April Events
MAUI POLO SPRING SEASON BEGINS
(808) 877-7744
2nd Wailuku Town's First Friday Celebration
Market Street, Wailuku
(808) 871-5500
Enjoy Wailuku Town's monthly Street Fest, featuring live entertainment, foods, music and shopping in Wailuku's historic town. Free admission. This event is sponsored by the Hawaii Tourism Authority.
2nd – 4th Celebration Of The Arts
The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua
(800) 262-8440 or (808) 669-6200
www.celebrationofthearts.org or www.kapalua.com
18th annual festival celebrates the rich culture and history of the Hawaiians, with workshops, demonstrations and entertainment, and special guest appearances. This is a unique opportunity to experience the authenticity of “Hawaiian heart and soul” through demonstrations in hula and chant, hands-on workshops in Hawaiian art and genuine one-on-one interaction with local Village Gallery artists.
3rd Maui County Agricultural Festival
Maui Tropical Plantation, Luau Grounds
www.mauicountyfarmbureau.org
Third annual Maui County Agricultural Festival is a must-attend event for those seeking to learn about local agriculture, and its vital role in creating a sustainable future for Maui. Farmers Market, farm and barnyard games, educational and informational booths, a living farm, demonstrations and contests at Center Stage, highlight the day’s events. Admission is free. Festival hours are 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
8th Hawaiian Music Series
Baldwin Home Museum, Lahaina
(808) 661-3262
www.lahainarestoration.org
A free Hawaiian concert, 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., on the lawn of the historic Baldwin Home Museum facing Front Street. Local Seniors create colorful leis on-site. Free admission. This event is sponsored by the Hawaii Tourism Authority.
11th Maui Culture Diversity Celebration, Art & Culture Day
Maui Community College
(808) 667-2805
www.aecg.org
Coordinated by Arts Education for Children Group, this day long event features cultural and international art displays, music and dance, along with cultural food festival. Free admission. This event is sponsored by the Hawaii Tourism Authority.
10th-25th "Imaginary Neighborhoods"
Maui Arts & Cultural Center's Schaefer International Gallery
(808) 242-7469
www.mauiarts.org
An annual student exhibit, Maui students, grades K-8, create and display their artistic works of an imaginary neighborhood. Using basic materials and the spirit of collaboration, students create a colossal rambling neighborhood in two and three dimensional environments. Open Tuesday - Saturday, 11 am - 5pm, free admission.
17th E Kulia I Ka Nuu
Kamehameha Schools Maui High School Campus, Pukalani
www.ksmauiptso.org
Email: info@ksmauiptso.org
6th Annual Hoolaulea featuring maikai Hawaiian entertainment, food, games and crafts, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., open to the public, free admission and free parking. A must see event in Upcountry Maui.
17th David Malo Day
Lahainaluna High School, Lahaina
(808) 662-4000
41st annual Hawaiian luau and hula performances celebrate Hawaii's famous scholar
17th HAPA
Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theatre
(808) 242-SHOW
www.mauiarts.org
Barry Flanagan and Nathan Aweau are Hapa, one of Hawaii's premiere music groups. Like the Hawaiian Islands, Hapa's pan-Polynesian music is an amalgam of influences ranging from ancient genealogical chants to the strummed ballads of Portuguese fisherman and Spanish cowboys and the inspirational melodies of early missionaries. Contact Maui Arts & Cultural Center box office for tickets, or visit their website for more information.
17th County of Maui's 2010 Volunteer Recognition Awards Fair
Queen Kaahumanu Center, Center Stage
(808) 270-8257 or (808) 270-7150
www.mauicounty.gov/volunteercenter
The Volunteer Recognition Awards recognize individuals for their dedication, commitment and determination in promoting and supporting volunteerism throughout Maui County. At the Fair, local non-profit agencies show how you can help your island neighbors and have fun learning about community programs that work with youth, seniors, the environment, building of homes, and much more.
23rd-25th Henry Kaleialoha Allen Hawaiian Steel Guitar Festival
A Maui Invitational Music FestivalKaanapali Beach Hotel
(808) 667-2805 and (808) 661-0011
www.aecg.org and www.kbhmaui.com
The Hawaiian steel guitar festival is an event to preserve, educate and promote the steel guitar as a viable musical genre that is uniquely Hawaiian. The instrument was invented by a Hawaiian and has received world wide acceptance as an instrument and musical genre that is being played in many different musical styles. Henry Allen is one of Hawai'i's "Living Treasures of Hawaiian Music". Henry, and a stunning group of featured musicians, will perform in several free concerts. Workshops and presentations available each day. This 2nd annual Festival is sponsored by County of Maui, Hawaii Tourism Authority, Kaanapali Beach Hotel, and Arts Education for Children Group.
24th – 25th East-Maui Taro Festival
Hana Ball Park, Hana
www.tarofestival.org
18th annual celebration of the staple of the Hawaiian diet (kalo, or taro), visitors can enjoy exhibits, lectures, demonstrations, food booths and live entertainment. This event is sponsored by the Hawaii Tourism Authority.
24th – 25th Banyan Tree Birthday Party
(888) 310-1117 or (808) 667-9194
www.visitlahaina.com
Honoring the 137th birthday of Lahaina Town’s famous landmark, the Banyan Tree’s birthday party will include birthday cake, a clown and games, artists displaying nature artworks, and hands-on activities for children. Admission is free, 9am – 5pm.
All events listed are subject to change without notice.
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