#Ritz-Carlton Maui

From unplugged island sessions to the exclusive Maui Songwriters Festival Summer Series, the resort invites guests and the local community to experience an elevated seasonal celebration where world-class storytelling meets the natural aloha of Kapalua.

Members of the Maui Hotel & Lodging Association recently delivered meals and gifts to 500 Maui County seniors during the annual Winter Nā Kūpuna Appreciation Event, according to an announcement from the association Friday.

Koakāne Mattos of Makawao captured the top honor at the 23rd annual Richard Ho‘opi‘i Leo Kiʻekiʻe Falsetto Contest over the weekend with his heartfelt rendition of the Hawaiian classic “Kalamaula.”

The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua presents rising star Tiera Kennedy as part of the Maui Songwriters Festival Summer Series on Friday, Aug. 29, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the resort’s Alaloa Lounge. This special performance is complimentary and open to the public, offering an exciting start to Labor Day Weekend.

Wailea Beach Resort, Marriott Maui has appointed Amanda Lindquist as director of culinary experiences & liquid libations while Chef Charles Andres has returned as executive chef.

A summer installment of the Maui Songwriters Festival takes place at The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua on Friday, Aug. 1, 2025. The summer series festival runs from 6 to 9 p.m. and features country artists Abby Anderson and Hannah Ellis.

Banyan Tree, the signature restaurant at The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua, has received the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence in the publication’s 2025 Restaurant Awards, which recognize top wine programs around the world.

Langley was recently named ACM Awards 2025 New Female Artist of the Year.

The monthly events pair four-course dinners with curated wine selections and offer guests the opportunity to engage with visiting chefs and sommeliers.

More than 500 guests gathered at The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua last weekend for the 2025 ʻAipono Restaurant Awards, recognizing top chefs, restaurants and hospitality professionals across the island.

The Hawai‘i Lodging & Tourism Association on Wednesday celebrated the exceptional contributions of the state’s hospitality workforce in front of an audience of 750 people at the 32nd Annual Na Po‘e Pa‘ahana Awards at the Sheraton Waikīkī.

After more than 30 years as cultural advisor for The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua, Clifford Naeʻole  joins Ledcor Maui as cultural advisor.

The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua has announced a special performance by Maui’s own Anuhea on Friday, Aug. 2 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

On Wednesday, Maui United Way announced the seven local-Maui nonprofits who are recipients of their new ʻOhana Mental Health Grant — an effort to meet the ongoing mental health needs in the aftermath of the wildfires. 

The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua has announced the 32nd annual Celebration of the Arts – an opportunity for residents and visitors to embrace Hawaiian culture and traditions – taking place over Easter weekend, from March 29 through March 30.

Whale Trust announces a documentary screening of National Geographic’s Incredible Animal Journeys on Feb. 16 at 7 p.m. at The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua. The screening of the episode titled “Ocean Odysseys,” is part of the 18th annual Whale Tales event, taking place Feb. 16-18, 2024.

The 7th Annual Maui Songwriters Festival kicks off Jan. 6 with a concert at the Maui Arts &. Cultural Center featuring Old Dominion. The festival, which runs from Jan. 6-13, 2024, focuses on giving back to those impacted by the Maui Wildfires by raising money through ticket sales to a VIP Benefit on Jan. 7 and an Auction at a finale event on Jan. 13.

Holiday cheer is on its way to Kapalua. All are invited to experience the magic of the festive season as The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua hosts its Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony on Friday, Dec. 1 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.  

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.

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.