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April

Wildlife Wednesdays
Wednesdays
Join naturalists from the Hawaii Wildlife Discovery Center every Wednesday and learn about humpback whales, monk seals and more Maui wildlife. 10 a.m. to noon. Whalers Village, (808) 661-4567

John Cruz "Island Style" Series
First and third Wednesdays 
Na Hoku Hanohano award-winning singer-songwriter John Cruz has built his career telling stories through songs about everyday people and experiences. His ongoing "Island Style" series celebrates the ties that bind. 7 p.m. ProArts Playhouse, proartsmaui.org

Kanikapila Thursdays
Second and fourth Thursdays
Maui artists perform live music, and families can participate in giant yard games. 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Queen Kaahumanu Center, (808) 877-3369

Hana Farmers Market
Fridays
Locally grown produce and products from East Maui. Free. 65-and-over shopping starts at 2:30, general admission from 3 to 5 p.m. Hana Town Center, (808) 378-0084

Kihei Fourth Friday
Fourth Fridays
A monthly community street party with food trucks, entertainment, crafters and kids' games. 6 to 9 p.m. Free. Azeka Shopping Center, kiheifridays.com

Upcountry Farmers Market
Saturdays
Locally grown produce, fish, prepared food and products. Free. 7 to 11 a.m. Kulamalu Town Center, (808) 572-8122

QKC Keiki Club
Third Saturdays
Monthly crafting and creativity activities for kids presented by Queen Kaahumanu Center and Handmade Gifts & Decor. 10 to 11 a.m. Queen Kaahumanu Center, (808) 877-3369

Maui Sunday Market
Sundays
An evening marketplace with local food and product vendors and live entertainment. Free. 4 to 8 p.m. Kahului Shopping Center, (888) 948-6382

 

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Hawaii Triennial 2025—ALOHA NO
February 15–May 04, 2025
On view across three islands; click link to view site details

Featuring 49 contributors, Hawaii Triennial is the state’s largest periodic exhibition of art from Hawaii and beyond, inviting visitors to connect with the land and with one another.

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Maui Improv Monthly Showcase
Last Sundays
Beginner and experienced performers improvise live theater on stage. 6:30 p.m. ProArts Playhouse, proartsmaui.org

Spectacular Polynesian Hula Show
Fourth Sundays
Polynesian dance and hula performed at QKC's center court. 1 to 2 p.m. Queen Kaahumanu Center, (808) 877-3369

Little Shop of Horrors
Through 4/6
A deviously delicious Broadway and Hollywood sci-fi smash musical, Little Shop of Horrors has devoured the hearts of theatergoers for over 30 years. ProArts Playhouse, proartsmaui.org

Hawaii Triennial 2025
Through 5/4
The state's largest, thematic exhibition of contemporary art from Hawaii, the Pacific and beyond, on view for 78 days across collaborating sites of exhibition on Oahu, Maui and Hawaii Island. Various Locations, hawaiicontemporary.org

Celebration of the Arts
4/18&19
An annual arts and cultural festival celebrating the spirit of aloha through the works of more than 125 artisans, educators, cultural practitioners, speakers and entertainers. Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua, kapaluacelebrationofthearts.com

East Maui Taro Festival
4/26
This annual festival honors kalo, also known as taro, through a variety of dishes, music, hula and cultural demonstrations. Hana Ballpark, tarofestival.org

Earth Night
4/26
Celebrate Earth Day at this family friendly event featuring live music, ocean-themed activities led by marine naturalists, diver presentations and more. 6 to 9 p.m. Maui Ocean Center, mauioceancenter.com

Maui Marathon
4/27
Full and half marathon courses along West Maui's beautiful beaches. Kaanapali Parkway, mauimarathonsignup.com

 

 

May

Lei Day
5/1
Explore the rich history and traditions surrounding the art of lei making with partner organizations and the opportunity to create your own lei while connecting with others. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Maui Ocean Center, mauioceancenter.com

Lei Day Heritage Festival
5/1
Hosted by the Maui Historical Society, this festival celebrates the art of lei making with cultural workshops, live Hawaiian music, local Maui entertainment and more. Bailey House, Wailuku, mauimuseum.org

Seabury Hall Craft Fair
5/10
Artisans and crafters, food, live entertainment, keiki activities, a silent auction, a rummage sale and a plant sale to benefit Seabury Hall's financial aid program. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Seabury Hall, seaburyhall.org

Maui Matsuri Children's Festival 
5/10
Free multicultural entertainment, hands-on activities and crafts for keiki, STEM demonstrations. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free. Queen Kaahumanu Center, mauimatsuri.com

Maui Classical Music Festival
5/16-25
Musicians from around the world perform in some of Maui's most beautiful and historic sites. Various locations, mauiclassicalmusicfestival.org

Sharks After Dark
5/24
The Reggae Night edition of Sharks After Dark, Maui Ocean Center's 21-and-older nights, features a live DJ, specialty food and beverages, diver presentations and more. 6 to 9:30 p.m. Maui Ocean Center, mauioceancenter.com

Maui Matsuri Festival
5/24
A Japanese festival offering free entertainment, crafters, food booths and trucks, various contests, craft activities, exhibits, free giveaways and ends with a community obon dance. 3 to 9 p.m. Free. University of Hawaii Maui College, mauimatsuri.com

Sheryl Renee Salutes ... Earth, Wind & Fire
5/28
Actress and singer Sheryl Renee performs hit songs by Earth, Wind & Fire alongside The Black Swan Singers. ProArts Playhouse, proartsmaui.org

Maui County Agricultural Festival & 4-H Livestock Fair
5/31
This annual celebration offers food booths, workshops and demonstrations, a keiki zone, farmers market and more. 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. War Memorial Complex, mauicountyfarmbureau.org