Ebb and Flow Special Events
June
June is jumping in Maui Nui where summer festivities abound. You can enjoy art, musical entertainment, fine dining and first run films in various locations though out the islands. Start your month with the glorious glass artwork at the Hui Noeau upcountry, enjoy the free musical entertainment at any of the Maui Town Parties, and dine deliciously at Kapalua Wine and Food Festival and watch first run films under stars at the Maui Film Festival. The whole family is sure to find something enjoyable to do on Maui in June.
Ongoing
Contemporary Glass Art in Hawaii
Hui Noeau Visual Arts Center, Makawao
May 11-July 6
The Hui Noeau and the Maui Glass Artists Association present this juried show of the finest contemporary glass art in Hawaii. For more information go to www.HuiNoeau.com
Systemic Abstractions
Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Kahului
June 2-July 22
The Schaefer International Gallery hosts a free retrospective of 40 years of painting by North Fork, Idaho abstract artist S.A. Jones. Open daily from 11am-5pm. For more information, please call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org
June Events
First Friday in Wailuku events
Wailuku First Friday
Market Street, Wailuku
June 1
Historic Wailuku is the county seat and site of fun the first Friday of each month. Come for this special night, when Market Street is traffic free so everyone can enjoy the live entertainment by jazz musician, Jeff Kashiwa, delicious dishes, special offerings and Friday-only promotions from local merchants. For up-to-date details call: (808) 878-1888 or go to: www.facebook.com/WailukuFirstFriday
Huliau Youth Environmental Festival
Iao Theater, Wailuku
June 2
The Maui Huliau Foundation presents its second annual festival of student produced films in the evening at the historic Iao. For more information and tickets go to the website: www.mauihuliaufoundation.org
Recalling Hawaii
Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Kahului
June 2
This multimedia hula production created by Kumu Hula Roselle K. Bailey chronicles Hawai`i past and future. Enjoy an evening of chanting, music, and dance. For more information please go to: www.kaimi.org
World Oceans Day
Maui Ocean Center, Wailuku
June 8
The Maui Ocean Center and Hawaiian Aquarium honors our waters on World Oceans day by providing free Save Our Seas cards to all visitors. For more information and tickets go to the website: www.mauioceancenter.com.
Lahaina Town Party
Lahaina Town Party
Front Street, Lahaina
June 8
The shops of this historic whaling village have been transformed into more the 40 art galleries and unique restaurants. Many historical and cultural treasures still exist in Lahaina for you to discover. We invite you to celebrate on Front Street and in the charming side streets of Lahaina every second Friday. You can also enjoy special discounts from Lahaina’s merchants and restaurants. For compete list of the free live entertainment and special offers please go to www.mauifridays.com/lahaina
Kapalua Wine & Food Festival
Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua
June 8-10th
The theme for the 31st annual Kapalua Wine & Food festival is “ Lucky Live Hawaii”. The festival will embrace the fabulous culinary bounty of Maui. Events include the Grand Tasting, chef demonstrations and the Seafood Festival For more information call 808 665 7231 or go to: www.kapalua.com
Enjoy the Kapalua Wine and Food Festival
Upcountry Ag & Farm Fair
Oskie Rice Arena, Makawao
June 9-10
32nd Annual Upcountry Fair celebrates the upcountry ranching and farming lifestyle. The event will include the Ohana Ranch Rodeo; Maui 4-H Livestock animal show and auction; Agricultural Tent with farm-fresh produce and plants; “Made-in-Maui” Tent features all kinds of crafts and packaged foods. Visit Haleakala Ranch’s Entertainment Tent to hear some of Maui’s favorite performers. For details, go to www.upcountryfairmaui.com
South Maui Triathlon
South Maui Triathlon
Wailea Resort, Wailea
June 10
This Olympic distance triathlon features a 1.5K swim course, 40K bike course and 10K run course. The swim starts at the beach fronting the Grand Wailea. The bike transition area is at the Wailea Beach Marriott. Registration is available online. For more information, please go to www.southmauitriathlon.com
Maui Film Festival
Wailea & Kahului
June 13-17
Hawaiian culture meets the big screen at this annual film festival in Wailea. Film premieres are set up outdoors in Wailea and indoors at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center in Kahului. Festival highlights include the Taste of Chocolate and Taste of Wailea. For more information and tickets go to: www.mauifilmfestival.com
Makawao Town Party
Baldwin Avenue, Makawao
June 15
Celebrate the third Friday of the month with free entertainment; special offerings and Friday-only promotions from local merchants are highlights of this event. For up-to-date details, please visit www.mauifridays.com/makawao
Na Kamehameha Pa’u Parade & Ho’olaule’a
Na Kamehameha Parade & Hoolaulea
Front Street, Lahaina
June 16
The Hoolaulea opens at 9:00am at Kamehameha Iki Park and will continue though the day with crafts, entertainment and food. The colorful Pau Parade will begin at 9:45am. The Parade will start at Kenui Street continue down Front Street, past the Park and it will end at Shaw Street. Free admission. For more information, go to www.visitmaui.com
Jazz & Blues Festival
Iao Theater, Wailuku
June 22
Performances by Jazz and Blues musicians from Hawaii and the mainland will be featured at this festival for an entertaining evening at the historic Iao Theatre. For more information go to the Music Festival website: www.aecg.org
Paia Town Party
Hana Highway, Paia
June 22
The picturesque plantation-era storefronts of Paia are home to many ethnic eateries and dozens of colorful boutiques offering unique gifts, surf gear and a variety of locally produced art, jewelry and clothing. Celebrate on Maui’s north shore every fourth Friday as musicians, performers, dancers, artists, and chefs put forth their best efforts for you and your family to enjoy. For a complete list of free performances, activities and discount details, go to www.mauifridays.com/paia
North South East West Festival
Keawalai Congregational Church, Makena
June 23
Lee Pui Ming, a Canadian virtuoso, will give an exciting, evening solo piano recital. Free admission. For more information and tickets go to the website: www.ebbandflowarts.org
Ki Hoalu Guitar Festival
Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Kahului
June 24
Enjoy the 21st annual, free Hawaiian slack key festival featuring an all-star line up of Hawaii’s best slack key guitar musicians and recording artists. Hosted outside at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center amphitheater and pavilion. For more information, please go to www.mauiarts.org
Hawaiian Music Series
Baldwin Home Museum Lawn, Lahaina
June 28
Relax under the stars and enjoy the free concert with great live Hawaiian music the last Thursday of each month. This concert is part of The Lahaina Restoration Foundation’s ongoing Hawaiian Music Series program. For more information, go to www.lahainarestoration.org
Delicious Fresh Pineapple at the Lanai Pineapple Festival
Lanai’s Annual Pineapple Festival
Dole Park, Lanai City
June 30
The Pineapple Festival celebrates and commemorates Lanai’s pineapple plantation and ranch history. Everyone will enjoy local foods, crafts and kids’ game booths. A pineapple cutting demo and pineapple cooking contests are featured. For more information, go to www.visitlanai.net {
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