PGA Tour Drops Kapalua Tournament Due to Water Dispute, Ends Hawaii Swing
Multiple news sources report that the PGA Tour has eliminated its Hawaii swing, including the Sentry tournament at Kapalua, due to water disputes on Maui. The tournament sponsor is moving to Torrey Pines in California starting in 2027. The 2026 Sentry tournament at Kapalua was cancelled due to a water dispute on Maui that made […]
New Maui Film Festival Features Award-Winning Lahaina Fire Documentary
The inaugural Wailuku Film Festival runs June 17-21, featuring ‘Lahaina Rising,’ a 92-minute documentary about the 2023 Lahaina wildfire that won best feature film at the Hawaii International Film Festival. The five-day Wailuku Film Festival is hosted by the Maui County Film Office and features work from over 55 Hawaii filmmakers plus international creators. ‘Lahaina […]
Maui Ocean Center Hosts Educational Activities for World Ocean Day
Maui Ocean Center will host World Ocean Day celebrations on June 8 with educational activities, marine presentations, and conservation group participation. The event offers discounted admission for Hawaii residents. Event runs 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Monday, June 8 with marine naturalist presentations and educational activities. Features coral feeding stations, shark tooth dig, and […]
Hawaii Tourism Revenue Rises 5% Despite Fewer April Visitors
Hawaii tourism generated $1.77 billion in April, up nearly 5% from 2025, even though visitor numbers dropped slightly. Tourists spent more per day but stayed for shorter periods. Total visitor spending reached $1.77 billion in April, a 5% increase despite 0.5% fewer arrivals. Daily visitor spending jumped 14.1% to $278 per person, but average stays […]
Kapalua’s Sentry Tournament Canceled on 2026 PGA Tour Schedule
The Sentry golf tournament at Kapalua has been canceled from the 2026 PGA Tour schedule. The Sony Open in Hawaii remains scheduled for mid-January. The Sentry tournament at Kapalua scheduled for January 8-11 has been canceled. Sony Open in Hawaii is still scheduled for January 15-18 and won by Chris Gotterup. Kapalua will not host […]
Free Coconut Festival Coming to Maui Nui Botanical Gardens in June
A free community festival celebrating Hawaiian coconut culture will be held June 13th at Maui Nui Botanical Gardens, featuring workshops, food demonstrations, and educational booths. The ‘Aha Niu festival runs 9am-3pm on June 13th at Maui Nui Botanical Gardens with free parking at War Memorial Stadium. Attendees can participate in hands-on workshops including coconut weaving, […]
Maui Ocean Center Hosts Free Cultural Film Screening June 12
The Lahaina Restoration Foundation is offering a free immersive film experience about Mokuʻula’s cultural history at Maui Ocean Center on June 12, 2026. The event is open to residents and visitors with advance reservations required. Free 360-degree immersive film screening takes place June 12 at 6 p.m. at Maui Ocean Center’s Sphere theater. The film […]
Maui Visitor Spending Up Despite April Drop in Tourist Arrivals
Hawaii saw higher visitor spending in April 2026 even though fewer tourists arrived compared to previous periods. April 2026 visitor spending increased despite a decrease in overall visitor arrivals to Hawaii. The spending increase suggests tourists may be staying longer or spending more per visit. This trend could indicate higher-value visitors are choosing Hawaii destinations. […]
April Visitor Spending Rises 4.8% to $1.77B Despite Fewer Arrivals
Hawaii saw $1.77 billion in visitor spending in April 2026, up 4.8% from last year, even though total arrivals dropped slightly. Visitors spent an average of $278 per day, a 14.1% increase from the previous year. Total visitor arrivals fell 0.5% to 828,959, but higher daily spending of $278 per person drove revenue growth. US […]
Ritz-Carlton Kapalua Hosts Country-Pop Concert for July 4th Weekend
The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua will host a Fourth of July concert featuring country-pop artist Dasha and local musicians at the Aloha Garden Pavilion. The event is part of the Maui Songwriters Festival and includes performances by Maui artists TJ Fevella, Tiara Gomes, and Akoni Palomino. Country-pop sensation Dasha will headline a July 4th concert at […]