Maui County Hosts Free Outdoor Movie Nights Across Islands in July
The Maui County Department of Parks and Recreation is offering free outdoor movie screenings at multiple locations on Maui, Molokaʻi, and Lānaʻi throughout July. The events are part of National Park and Recreation Month and are open to the public. Eight free outdoor movie screenings are scheduled across Maui, Molokaʻi, and Lānaʻi between July 1 […]
Wailea Shopping Center Hosts Father’s Day Events Including Car Show
The Shops at Wailea is hosting Father’s Day weekend activities including dining specials, a classic car show on June 21, and an Instagram giveaway through June 19. Classic car show featuring 25+ vintage vehicles takes place June 21 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. near Island Gourmet Markets. Contest voting available online with prizes up […]
Hawaii Named Top US Travel Destination for Baby Boomers in 2026 Survey
A YouGov survey found 52% of baby boomers rate Hawaii as their top US travel destination, with this demographic spending over $6,000 per trip and taking at least three vacations annually. Baby boomers average three trips per year and spend more than $6,000 per getaway according to PhocusWright research. 52% of boomers gave Hawaii the […]
Boomers Choose Hawaii as Top Travel Destination, Survey Shows
A YouGov survey found that 52% of baby boomers rated Hawaii as their top travel destination, with this demographic averaging three trips per year and spending over $6,000 per getaway. Baby boomers spend more than $6,000 per trip and take at least three vacations annually according to PhocusWright data. Hawaii ranked highest among boomers at […]
Local Film Festival Features Lahaina Fire Documentary and Cultural Stories
The Wailuku Film Festival runs June 17-20 with screenings including a documentary about the 2023 Lahaina wildfire and other Indigenous cultural stories. Films will be shown at the Iao Theater with topics ranging from local recovery to international Indigenous issues. The festival includes ‘Lāhainā Rising,’ a documentary about the August 2023 wildfire that displaced over […]
Maui Tour Company Adds New 40-Passenger Whale Watching Vessel
Makai Adventures has taken delivery of a new 41-foot rigid inflatable boat designed for whale watching tours, capable of carrying 40 passengers with enhanced stability and comfort features. The custom-built vessel can transport up to 40 passengers plus two crew members. Twin 450hp Yamaha outboards provide high speeds for faster transit to whale watching areas. […]
Three-Day Lahaina Homecoming Event Set for July to Support Fire Recovery
A three-day community gathering called Lahaina Homecoming will take place July 17-19 along Front Street in Lahaina to celebrate culture and support ongoing recovery efforts. Multiple sources report the event will feature cultural programming, storytelling, and opportunities for local vendors as the community continues rebuilding from the 2023 wildfire. Event will run July 17-19, 2026 […]
Maui County Opens $850K Makahiki Grant Program for Cultural Events
Maui County launched a new grant program offering $850,000 to fund Makahiki season events, festivals, and cultural activities. Applications are open through July 10 for organizations wanting to create programs that celebrate Hawaiian culture and engage both residents and visitors. The County’s Office of Economic Development is accepting grant applications through July 10, 2026 for […]
Iao Valley Heritage Park Reopens After March Storm Damage Repairs
Kepaniwai Heritage Gardens at Iao Valley has reopened following repairs from severe March storm damage, though two picnic pavilions remain closed. The county park reopened Saturday after being closed since March due to Kona low storm damage. Severe erosion and flooding undercut two picnic pavilions, which remain closed for ongoing repairs. All seven cultural heritage […]
Hotels Now Training Staff to Warn Visitors About Protected Marine Animals
Hawaii launches new program training hotel staff to educate guests about monk seals and sea turtles before beach visits, following incident where visitor threw rock at endangered seal in Lahaina. Hawaii Marine Animal Response created Marine Stewards Program for hotel staff, concierges, and tour operators to educate visitors about wildlife safety. Program launched after Washington […]