Top 10 Annual Events on Maui

Every January, the PGA kicks the year off with its first tournament at the Plantation Course in Kapalua®. The Sentry Tournament of Champions offers daily tickets to watch golfers compete. There are also upgraded packages for weekly tickets, hospitality packages and a "Champagne Package."

The event is always in need of volunteers. If you are a fan of golf and have some extra time on your hands, it is truly a lot of fun to help out and be a part of the action.

If you have served in the military and are a vet, active duty or retired, free tickets are available. Simply go on the PGA website and fill out the necessary forms.

The Maui Whale Festival is held annually in Kihei, and aims to promote awareness of our humpback whales and their environment. This fun-filled event is great for the whole family. Enjoy the "Parade of Whales," live music, the keiki carnival, local food and more.

The event is held every February/March

Experience the Hawaiian culture through music and dance, and through art, speaker panels, film, and so much more! Celebration of the Arts takes place in Kapalua each April, and is a "must do" while staying on Maui. This event was rated the "number one cultural event," by Modern Luxury Hawaii Magazine.

King Kamehameha Day honors one of Hawaii`s greatest and most beloved kings, King Kamehameha. King Kamehameha is celebrated in Hawaii for uniting the Hawaiian Islands.

Do not miss the King Kamehameha Day Parade, held in Lahaina on Front Street. This beautiful parade honors all the islands and features beautiful floats, hula dancers, live music and more.

We highly recommend attending the parade. It is a wonderful way to learn more about our state`s history and traditions.

As the longest running wine and food festival event in the US, The Kapalua® Wine and Food Festival showcases world-class treasures from the island of Maui, and some of the most exquisite wine found from all over the world. Do not miss out on this opportunity to enjoy fabulous food and wine, cooking demonstrations, seminars and incredible live music! The event takes place every June.

The Maui Film Festival is hailed as one of the top film festivals in the world. Held every year at The Maui Arts and Cultural Center, and outside in the Wailea Resort, the Maui Film Festival features five days and nights of movie premiers, award ceremonies, director panels, galas and some of the top names in cinema.

Those that attend look forward to the Festival’s screenings under the stars, where you can sit on the grass or on lawn chairs and watch movie premiers on a 50-foot screen.

The Maui Film Festival is an exciting event, held in a relaxed and casual environment that only Maui can provide.

The Makawao Rodeo and Parade is held every year in the early days of July. The event kicks off with an exciting parade that threads its way through historic Makawao Town. Parade watchers can see Maui`s Paniolos (cowboys) on horseback, as they make their way to the rodeo. The parade also features some of Maui`s beautiful hula dancers, the Mayor of Maui and more.

Once the parade is over, the rodeo begins! Over 350 cowboys and Poniolos from all over the world come out to take a shot in the arena. Watch as they rope and ride their way to the top!

During the evening, enjoy live country music and some wonderful food.

The Maui County Fair dates back to 1916, forty-three years before Hawaii was named the 50^th state in the US.

This 90+ year old fair is one of the largest events of the year, and loved by young and old. The three-day event kicks off early October with the Maui Fair Parade, and includes many attractions! Enjoy tons of family friendly rides, entertainment, incredible food, contests, livestock and poultry exhibit and SO much more.

If you are visiting the island during this time the Maui County Fair is an event you do not want to miss. Not only do you get to experience an exciting fair, but you also enjoy the rich culture of our island.

There is no other Halloween Party in the world like Halloween on Front Street. Also known as "The Mardi Gras of the Pacific," this fun filled evening is the place to be on Halloween!

Front Street closes down on Halloween, as visitors and locals come out to show off their costumes, to enter costume contests and the keiki parade, or, simply sit and watch the party goers. This Halloween event is not to be missed. It is family friendly in the earlier hours, but later on in the evening some of the more "risque" costumes come out.

We recommend taking a taxi or an Uber, as parking can be difficult.

There is no better way to kick off the holidays then by attending the annual Lighting of the Banyan Tree in Lahaina Town. Join the community as our island`s historic tree is illuminated by thousands of twinkling colorful lights. The event also features live music, entertainment, artists and more.