Cancellation of Habitat Maui Lūʻau Fundraiser on Sept 26 due to inclement weather and fire in Olowalu

Update: (3:30 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026) The Habitat for Maui, Disaster Recovery Fundraiser hosted by the Old Lahaina Lūʻau, originally scheduled for this Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026, has been cancelled due to inclement weather and the current brushfire in Olowalu.

“The safety and well-being of our guests, volunteers, staff, and entertainers are our highest priority. Given the severe wind conditions across Maui, we cannot safely proceed with our outdoor evening event. Please do not travel to Lahaina at this time while they are working to get the fire under control,” organizers said. “We are incredibly grateful for your support and commitment to helping us rebuild homes and hope in Lahaina.”:

For those who purchased tickets for the special event, organizers will be reaching directly early next week with detailed options regarding tickets purchased, converting tickets into a 100% tax-deductible donation, or processing a full refund.

The event’s online Auction Fundraiser is still active through Sept. 30 and can be accessed here

“We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and disappointment this cancellation causes. Thank you for your patience, understanding, and steadfast support of Habitat for Humanity Maui as we navigate these storm impacts together,” organizers said in an email message to supporters.