Maui Arts & Entertainment
Pacific Whale Foundation to host new ocean summer camp for keiki grades 6-8 in July
Pacific Whale Foundation is offering two summer camp programs for kids, including “A Deeper Dive” for campers in grades 6-8 and the popular Ocean Camp for grades 2-5.
Zenshin Daiko’s 24th Annual Taiko Festival Concert, June 17
Zenshin Daiko holds its 24th Annual Taiko Festival Concert at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center’s Castle Theater on June 17 at 7 p.m.
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Pop-up performance by Anthony Pfluke with songs inspired by Wailuku and Kahoʻolawe
SMALL TOWN * BIG ART artist Anthony Pfluke will present a 30-minute public, outdoor pop-up performance featuring original songs inspired by the history, culture and sense of place of Kahoʻolawe and Wailuku, Maui. The event takes place on June 16, 2023, at Kīpuka Square beside the ʻĪao Theater in Wailuku.
Willie Nelson’s 90th birthday concert film at the MACC, June 10
Blackbird Presents and the Maui Arts & Cultural Center present a world premiere screening Saturday, June 10 outdoors under the stars in the A&B Amphitheater and Yokouchi Pavilion featuring an in-person introduction by Willie Nelson of the recent filmed concert event at the Hollywood Bowl honoring his 90th birthday.
7th Annual World Whale Film Festival kicks off June 8
Pacific Whale Foundation, a nonprofit organization with a mission to protect the ocean through science and advocacy and inspire environmental stewardship, invites cinema lovers to PWF’s 7th Annual World Whale Film Festival fundraiser. The festival kicks off June 8, 2023, in honor of World Ocean Day.
Top 20 things to do on Maui June 1-7: Paula Fuga at AgFest, ʻukelele masters show, Thunderstorm Artis
The 14th Maui AgFest & 4-H Livestock Fair tops the list of 20 things to do this upcoming week in Maui, June 1-7. Find our comprehensive listing HERE.
My Partner, Hawaiʻi’s first Boys’ Love Drama wins Audience Award at LA Asian Pacific Film Festival
My Partner, Hawaiʻi’s first Boys’ Love drama, won the Audience Award (Narrative) at the Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival.
Thunderstorm Artis to perform at The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua, June 2
The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua welcomes singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist Thunderstorm Artis to its Kapalua Concert Series lineup. Artis will perform at the resort’s newly reimagined Alaloa Lounge, June 2 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Rep. Tokuda congratulates Hawaiʻi-born American Idol winner, Iam Tongi
Representative Jill Tokuda (HI-02) addressed the US House of Representatives to congratulate Hawaiʻi-born performer, Iam Tongi, on winning American Idol’s Season 21.
Ritz-Carlton Maui to host Kapalua Signature Winemaker Dinner featuring celebrity chefs
In honor of the Kapalua Wine and Food Festival, the Ritz-Carlton Maui will host the Kapalua Signature Winemaker Dinner on June 9, an event featuring celebrity chefs and unique cuisine.
Maui AgFest and 4-H Livestock Fair to close War Memorial facilities, June 3
Certain War Memorial Complex facilities will close to the public on June 3 to accommodate the Maui AgFest & 4-H Livestock Fair happening on that day, the county Department of Parks and Recreation announced.
21st Annual Maui Matsuri Festival draws thousands of attendees
The Maui Matsuri Festival celebrated its 21st year at the University of Hawaiʻi Maui College campus on Saturday with saimin and natto eating contests, cosplay, taiko drum performances, food and craft vendors, cultural exhibitions and the iconic Community Obon Dance finale.
17th annual Waʻa Kiakahi festival in Kāʻanapali celebrates traditional Hawaiian sailing
The 17th annual Wa’a Kiakahi, an Ancient Hawaiian Canoe Festival, will be held on Ka’anapali Beach from June 2 to 4.
SMALL TOWN * BIG ART upcoming events
SMALL TOWN * BIG ART will host a series of events and art projects that showcase the rich culture and heritage of Maui in June.
Maui OnStage presents encore production of “Misery” June 2-11
Maui OnStage presents a special encore production of the acclaimed play, “Misery,” based on the iconic novel by Stephen King and written by William Goldman.
2023 Maui Film Festival STARDUST CINEMA
The 2023 Maui Film Festival presents STARDUST CINEMA, June 28 to July 2, 2023. Enjoy five engaging nights with 16 Maui Film Premieres, surprise titles, several short films, and nightly festivities which may include an eclectic mix of live music, Kahiko style hula, and tributes.
Kīheiʻs 4th Friday town party returns May 26
Kīheiʻs 4th Friday event returns May 26 with live music from Temp & Naor Project with Weatherly and Wainwright, and Babes n Bandidos with Lia Live.
Maui Entertainment, Arts, Community, May 25-31
For a list of upcoming events, concerts, shows and entertainment for May 18-24, find our comprehensive listing HERE.
Maui Huliau’s youth film festival returns to Imua Discovery Garden, May 28
Maui Huliau Foundation, an environmental education nonprofit serving Maui’s youth, will host their annual Huliau Youth Environmental Film Festival at the Imua Discovery Garden in Wailuku on Sunday, May 28 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. This outdoor showing will feature nine short environmental films created by Maui students from various schools over the past school year.
Nā Hōkū award winners Eric Gilliom, Vince Esquire perform in Wailea, May 26
Renowned musicians Eric Gilliom and Vince Esquire will perform live at The Shops at Wailea’s Ke Kani Hone O Wailea concert on May 26, benefiting Assistance Dogs of Hawaiʻi.
