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Maui County making plans to bring back the fair after years of cancellations
The Maui Fair is a beloved local tradition that drew about 90,000 people the last time it was held in 2019.
Pandemic, shipping costs sunk the century-old Maui Fair. Can a former mayor revive it?
Bringing back the annual fall tradition of thrilling rides and delicious food booths is a challenge made tougher by high costs and the county’s focus on rebuilding Lahaina after the 2023 wildfire.
Breaking: Maui Fair Alliance cancels 98th Maui Fair in 2024, announces intent to dissolve after years of service
The Maui Fair Alliance announced that it will not organize or hold a Maui Fair in 2024, and will be taking steps to dissolve after years of dedicated service to the Maui community. The Maui Fair was last held in October 2019 several months before Hawaiʻi’s first COVID-19 case was confirmed in the islands.
BREAKING: 98th Maui Fair postponed again, community must wait another year
Even with significant support from the County of Maui and Mayor Richard Bissen, as well as assistance from the State of Hawaii and unions, the Alliance said it will not be able to hold the Maui Fair in 2023.
More than 100 vendors and candidates host tables at Senior Fair, Oct. 29
About 100 vendors and candidates for office have signed up for the 49th Maui County Senior Fair on Saturday, Oct. 29, at the War Memorial Gym.
Breaking: Maui Fair canceled for third year in a row; 98th Maui Fair to resume in 2023
The 98th Maui Fair will resume in 2023, with organizers foregoing an event this year due to logistics.
BREAKING: 98th Maui Fair in 2021 Canceled Due to Ongoing COVID-19 Concerns
The 98th Maui Fair is canceled again this year due to ongoing public health concerns related to the continued presence of COVID-19 in the community.
Lahaina Gateway Welcomes Back The Maui Gift & Craft Fair
The Maui Gift & Craft Fair will return on Sunday, Oct. 25 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Lahaina Gateway shopping center. All vendors of the outdoor fair have passed a COVID-19 protocol training and will adhere to health safety and guidelines.
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Mayor Victorino Interview: Weekend Park Openings, Maui DMV Open Today, Early Retail Assessment
Today, Mayor Victorino spoke with Kawika-Veeka of HI92 FM Maui, and shared his thoughts on: the Maui Fair vs Made in Maui County Festival; CARES Act Allocation ($6M); Early Retail Assessment; DMV Open Today; and Weekend Park Openings.
Winner Announced for Maui Now’s Alaska Airlines Flyaway
Maui Now in partnership with Alaska Airlines announced the winner of this year’s Flyaway prize for two round-trip tickets to anywhere Alaska Airlines flies.
Maui Fair Attendance on Par With Last Year
Thousands of fair goers spent the weekend exploring the grounds of the 97th Maui Fair, which offered four days of family fun and entertainment at the War Memorial Complex in Wailuku.
From Front Street to the Fair, Organizers Spread Message of “Aloha ‘Āina”
Opponents of the Thirty Meter Telescope say the project would desecrate sacred land, while supporters say it would bring research and economic opportunities.
Watch: Meet Maui’s Newest Baby of the Year
Nahua Kahaiali’i of Lahaina was named the 2019 Maui Fair Baby of the Year earlier today.
Todayʻs Maui Fair Event Line Up
The Maui Fair will be opening its gates at 10 a.m. this morning. Here is a line up of todayʻs fair events and entertainment.
Maui Fair Opening Day Attendance Ahead of Last Year, More Family Fun This Weekend
Day two of the 97th Maui Fair gets underway tonight with gates opening at 5 p.m.
Photo Gallery: The 97th Annual Maui Fair Parade and Opening Fair Day
Maui Now has all the latest images for those of you who couldn’t make the parade or opening day of the Maui Fair today. Please enjoy!
Parade to Kick Off 97th Maui Fair
The 97th Maui Fair will open with a traditional parade today. The parade takes place at 4:30 p.m. starting at the University of Hawaiʻi Maui College along Kaʻahumanu Avenue and ending at the entrance to Maehara Baseball Stadium on Kanaloa Avenue. The Fairground will open 5 p.m.
Maui Bus to be Re-Routed During Maui Fair Parade
Due to the partial closure of Kaʻahumanu Avenue this afternoon (on Thursday, Oct. 3, 2019), to accommodate the Maui Fair Parade, Maui Bus service will be re-routed and specific bus stops will not be in service.
