Maui Arts & Entertainment
Friday’s Kīhei Town Party features Kalama Intermediate ʻukulele students, the Benny Uyetake Band and more
The next Kīhei 4th Friday takes place Feb. 28, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Azeka Shopping Center Mauka. Enjoy live music, food booths and trucks, art, crafts and local shopping.
East Maui Taro Festival returns for its 29th year with celebration of Hawaiian culture
The East Maui Taro Festival is set to make a celebrated return for its 29th year. The event will take place on Saturday, April 26, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Hāna Ballpark
Historical drama about the early reign of King Kamehameha III at ʻĪao Theater
Noalani Helela’s play Aloha Kaua will be showing at the historic ʻĪao Theater, March 8 and 9. Aloha Kaua is a historical drama about the period in King Kamehameha III’s rule known as “the time of Kaomi” (ka wa ia Kaomi).
Paint Maui Plein Air Invitational 2025 kicks off with events and art sales
Art lovers and collectors are encouraged to stop by the Paint Maui Plein Air Invitational 2025 happening in West Maui this week and continuing through the weekend.
Maui filmmaker Lucas Zarro, Alex Farnham and Arona Ale featured Akakū Upstairs this Thursday, Feb. 20
Akakūʻs salon features local Maui filmmaker Lucas Zarro and collaborators Alex Farnham and Arona Ale this Thursday, Feb. 20.
Paula Fuga, Jack Johnson collaborate with Lōkahi for the Hoʻolōkahi Lyrics Writing Challenge
The ʻukulele collective Lōkahi is hosting its Hoʻolōkahi Lyrics Writing Challenge, a statewide songwriting competition for students, now through March 15. This year’s challenge brings together the talents of two of Hawaiʻi’s most respected singers, who are collaborating to inspire students across the islands.
February’s Hawaiian Music Series spotlights Joshua Kahula
Lahaina Restoration Foundation’s Hawaiian Music Series of February will feature a performance by local musician Joshua Kahula, with an evening of soulful island music under the stars. The free, family-friendly concert will be held on Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on the Ocean Lawn at the Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa in Kāʻanapali.
The Peek-a-Bows explore a family farm in their latest fun-filled episode
Guided by their keiki friends and ʻOhana Alves of Alakani Farms, the Bows explore sustainable farming practices and Hawaiian values of mālama i ka ʻāina (caring for the land).
Nisei Veterans Memorial Center to screen ‘Of Civil Wrongs and Rights: The Fred Korematsu Story’
The Nisei Veterans Memorial Center will host a screening of “Of Civil Wrongs and Rights: The Fred Korematsu Story” on Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025.
Mokuʻula 360-degree film to show monthly in 2025; this month’s screening is Feb. 14
In response to public interest, the Lahaina Restoration Foundation will continue to screen E Hoʻi Ka Nani I Mokuʻula (Let the Glory Return to Mokuʻula) monthly at The Sphere at Maui Ocean Center in Wailuku throughout 2025. The next monthly screening of the film will take place on Feb. 14 at 6 p.m.
‘Curtain Up’ 2025 ProArts Fundraiser tickets now on sale
ProArts Playhouse will host a red carpet fundraiser in celebration of the performing arts on Saturday, March 1, 2025.
Maui OnStage’s ‘Flowers of Hawaiʻi’ premieres Friday
Maui OnStage opens Lee Cataluna’s “Flowers of Hawaiʻi” on Friday, Feb. 14 and runs for three weekends at the Historic ʻĪao Theater.
Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra opens applications for senior-year performance competition
Applications are being accepted for the Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra’s prestigious Nā Hōkū ‘Ōpio “Young Stars” competition, granting winning student musicians the opportunity to perform on the professional stage with the symphony this summer.
‘Anything But I’a Poke Recipe Contest’ to launch at Canoe Crop Corner, Feb. 7
The February Canoe Crop Corner, held during Wailuku’s First Friday, will kick off the Anything But I’a Poke Recipe Contest.
Chinese New Year at Lahaina Cannery, Feb. 7
The Lahaina Cannery Mall welcomes a return of the annual Chinese New Year Celebration on Friday, Feb. 7, 2025. This year’s celebration marks the Year of the Snake, packed with cultural experiences, food and entertainment.
Maui Public Art Corps presents ‘Hui Moʻolelo: Lahaina’ Film Festival, Feb. 22-23
Maui Public Art Corps in collaboration with the County of Maui, Hale Hōʻikeʻike at the Bailey House / Maui Historical Society and Lahaina Restoration Foundation will host its fourth Hui Mo‘olelo Film Festival from 3 to 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 22 and 23, 2025, FREE at ProArts Playhouse in Kīhei.
New Kūihelani sound wall mural highlights Maui moʻolelo
A new mural on the Kūihelani Highway sound wall in Puʻunēnē was created by two Maui artists in collaboration with the State of Hawaii Department of Transportation, Highways Maui District. Titled “Moʻolelo O Maui,” the 60’ wide x 9’ high artwork depicts the beloved story of Maui the demigod harnessing the sun.
Kalani Peʻa wins 4th Grammy in Regional Roots category
Maui resident Kalani Pe‘a won his fourth Grammy for his latest album “Kuini,” in the Best Regional Roots Music Album category. The win is his fourth to date after previous wins in 2017 for his debut album “E Walea,” 2019 for his sophomore album “No ʻAneʻi,” and 2022 for his junior album “Kau Ka Peʻa.”
The Shops at Wailea celebrate Lunar New Year with exciting lion dance and martial arts demonstration, Feb. 6
The Shops at Wailea invites guests to celebrate the Lunar New Year on Thursday, Feb. 6, with a performance by Oʻahu’s renowned Au’s Shaolin Arts Society.
Chinese New Year celebration at Lahaina Cannery Mall, Feb. 7
The Lahaina Restoration Foundation, in collaboration with the Wo Hing Society, invites the community to welcome the Lunar New Year of the Snake with a vibrant, family-friendly celebration. This free event will take place on Friday, Feb. 7, 2025, from 2 to 7 p.m. at the Lahaina Cannery Mall – in the outside grass area.
