Wassup This Weekend: Friday–Sunday, July 24–26

By Debra Lordan

Wondering what to do this weekend? Maui Now has compiled a chronological listing of some of the island’s best events scheduled from Friday through Sunday, July 24 through 26.

Look for this information no later than every Thursday afternoon.

? Look for foodie event.

July 24–26

Sesame Street Live ‘Let’s Dance!’ at The MACC July 24–26
Kahului • The MACC • Castle Theater
Join Elmo, Abby Cadabby and everyone’s favorite Sesame Street friends when Sesame Street Live “Let’s Dance!” visits Maui Arts & Cultural Center’s Castle Theater.

Saturday, July 25

‘Rum Scrum Cocktail Contest’ to Benefit Maui Culinary Academy
Kā‘anapali • The Westin Kā‘anapali Ocean Resort Villas • Pūlehu, an Italian Grill • 5 p.m.
Tickets are on sale for Deep Island Hawaiian Rum’s “Rum Scrum Cocktail Contest,” hosted by The Westin Kā‘anapali Ocean Resort Villas. Held in the resort’s Pūlehu, an Italian Grill, the contest event starts at 5 p.m. for VIPs and 6 p.m. for the rest of ya and doubles as a benefit the Maui Culinary Academy.

? Napa Valley Vineyard Returns for Annual Wine Pairing Dinner
Mākena Resort • Molokini Bar & Grille • 6:30 p.m.  
Returning to the Mākena Resort for the third consecutive year, the Caymus Vineyards wine dinner will feature brands and bottles from the Wagner Family Wine portfolio.

Courtesy photo.

? Fustini’s to Celebrate One-Year Anniversary on July 25
Wailea • Fustini’s Oils & Vinegars at The Shops at Wailea • 3 to 6 p.m.
Fustini’s Oils & Vinegars at The Shops at Wailea will host a party on Saturday, July 25, from 3 to 6 p.m. to celebrate the one-year anniversary of its Maui store and tasting room.

Thursday, July 30

? Hyatt’s Maui Tastemakers Culinary Event to Feature Ocean Vodka
Lahaina • Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa • Japengo • 5:30 p.m.
The Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa continues their Maui Tastemakers Culinary Series with an Ocean Vodka pairing dinner. Held in the resort’s Japengo restaurant, this second event features Ocean Vodka in an exclusive pairing dinner with a local emphasis.

July 2105

Heart of the Hui Student & Faculty Exhibition
Makawao • Hui No‘eau • Through July 31
Hui No‘eau will present the center’s Heart of the Hui: A Student & Faculty Exhibition celebrating and honoring the importance of art education at the hui with a space that encourages learning, creativity and experimentation.

Through August

Tommy Bahama Offers Burgers & Brews Special
Wailea • Tommy Bahama • The Shops at Wailea • Through August
Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar is paring up gourmet burgers, seasonal produce and locally crafted beer now through mid-August.