Multiple sources report that the 99th Maui County Fair opened this week at the War Memorial Stadium Complex in Wailuku, drawing thousands of attendees on opening night. The four-day event, running October 1–4, marks the fair’s second year back after a six-year hiatus, with Mayor Richard Bissen credited with spearheading its revival.
- The 99th Maui County Fair is taking place October 1–4 at the War Memorial Stadium Complex in Wailuku, with three entry points: Kanaloa Avenue, War Memorial Stadium, and Baldwin High School.
- Thousands attended opening night, which featured a parade with approximately 3,250 participants led by Grand Marshals Avery Chumbley, Sherri Grimes, Mike Silva, and Dr. David Anzai — former members of the Maui Fair Alliance that kept the tradition alive until 2019. (Maui Now)
- Mayor Richard Bissen revived the fair last year after a six-year absence; Maui County is noted as the only county in Hawaii hosting a fair this year. (Maui Now)
- Fair offerings include rides, carnival games, live music from local Hawaii entertainers, and island-style food such as sautéed mahi mahi, pork lechon plates, and kūlolo sundaes alongside traditional fair fare. (Mauimagazine)
- A new nightly Drone Light Show debuted this year and was visible to residents in surrounding Central Maui neighborhoods. (Maui Now)
- Prizes at carnival games include plush SPAM containers, and displayed quilts feature island-themed patterns such as mermaids and marine life. (Mauimagazine)
Sources
- Maui Now: Photos: 99th Maui County Fair draws thousands on opening night, more to come
- Mauimagazine: Welcome to the county fair – Maui style
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