Maui Comic Con Returns Oct. 24–25 at UH Maui College, Free to Attend
Maui Comic Con returns for its annual two-day event at the University of Hawaii Maui College on October 24–25, expecting over 4,000 attendees. The event is free and features guest artists, a cosplay competition, and pop-culture activities. Maui Comic Con runs October 24–25 at UH Maui College and is free for all attendees. Over 4,000 […]
Annual Hawaiian Falsetto Contest Returns to Four Seasons Wailea Oct. 23
The fifth annual Carmen Hulu Lindsey Leo Haʻihaʻi Falsetto Contest, the first female falsetto competition in Hawaii, will be held October 23 at the Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea. The event is part of the Aloha Festivals and celebrates traditional Hawaiian music. The contest takes place October 23 in the ballroom of the Four […]
HTA Releases Maui Tourism Management Plan for 2026–2028
Hawaii Tourism Authority has published its Maui Destination Management Action Plan for 2026–2028, a community-informed framework aimed at reducing pressure on high-traffic sites, improving visitor experience, and balancing tourism with residents’ quality of life. Preliminary 2025 data shows visitor spending on Maui reached $5.97 billion, up 12.7% from 2024. Maui visitor spending hit a preliminary […]
Maui Steel Guitar Festival Coming to The Shops at Wailea
The Maui Steel Guitar Festival will take place at The Shops at Wailea, featuring several Hawaiian steel guitar performers. The event celebrates and promotes the Hawaiian steel guitar as a traditional art form. The Maui Steel Guitar Festival is scheduled for Saturday at The Shops at Wailea, a popular visitor destination. Performers include Geri Valdriz, […]
Free Hawaiian Cultural Festival Returns to Four Seasons Wailea Oct. 23–25
Multiple sources report that Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea will host its fifth annual Festivals of Aloha from October 23–25, 2026, offering free cultural programming open to both resort guests and the broader community. The three-day event features Hawaiian music, hula, and artisan markets, with this year’s lineup highlighting the Mākaha Sons’ 50th anniversary. […]
Maui Snorkel Operators Split on Non-Swimmer Safety Rules
Maui snorkeling tour companies give conflicting guidance on whether non-swimmers can participate, with some welcoming them aboard with flotation gear while others bar them entirely. Hawaii’s Department of Health recommends staying out of the ocean if you cannot swim, even with flotation devices. Pride of Maui and Alii Nui allow non-swimmers with flotation gear and […]
Free Monthly Community Event Returns to Lahaina on Oct. 17
Paʻūpili Lahaina 3rd Saturdays returns October 17 at Lahaina United Methodist Church, offering free cultural activities, live music, and local vendors from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event is organized under the Maui Economic Recovery Commission as part of ongoing Lahaina community healing efforts. The free, family-friendly event runs 10 a.m.–5 p.m. on Saturday, […]
Free Keiki Halloween Event Set for Oct. 24 at The Shops at Wailea
Multiple outlets report that The Shops at Wailea will host its annual Keiki Halloween celebration on Saturday, October 24, from 3 to 7 p.m. The free, family-friendly event features trick-or-treating, a magic show, balloon animals, and a costume contest with prizes including airline flight vouchers. The event is free and open to all ages with […]
Longer Stays, Managed Access Shaping Hawaii’s Tourism Strategy
Hawaii is shifting toward a ‘slow travel’ model that encourages visitors to stay longer in fewer locations, with Maui County specifically focused on capacity management and community recovery alongside post-fire rebuilding. State and county agencies are implementing reservation systems and guided access at key sites to reduce infrastructure strain. Maui County is pairing tourism management […]
Westin Maui Unveils Holiday Suite and Season-Long Festivities in Kāʻanapali
The Westin Maui Resort & Spa is launching a themed holiday suite package and a full calendar of Christmas events running from late November 2026 through early January 2027. The programming targets families seeking a festive Maui vacation during the peak holiday travel period. The Mele Kalikimaka Suite Package offers a decorated one-bedroom luxury suite […]