Pāʻia and Ho’okipa Beach Highlighted as Must-Visit Maui Destinations

Green Sea Turtle — Pāʻia and Ho'okipa Beach Highlighted as Must-Visit Maui Destinations | Maui Tom's News

A travel feature profiles Pāʻia and Ho’okipa Beach Park as top North Shore attractions, emphasizing wind sports, sea turtles, and the town’s role as the last supply stop before the Road to Hāna. Ho’okipa Beach Park draws windsurfers, kitesurfers, surfers, and green sea turtle watchers to Maui’s North Shore year-round. Pāʻia is widely regarded as […]

99th Maui County Fair Opens Oct. 1–4 in Wailuku with Free Sunday Admission

Iao Needle, Wailuku, Maui, Hawaii, October 4, 2006 — 99th Maui County Fair Opens Oct. 1–4 in Wailuku with Free Sunday Admission | Maui Tom's News

The Maui County Fair runs October 1–4 at the War Memorial Complex in Wailuku, offering four days of food, entertainment, and carnival rides. General admission is $10 for adults, with free entry for the first 2,000 guests on Sunday, Oct. 4. The 99th Maui County Fair takes place October 1–4 at the War Memorial Special […]

Maui County Fair Returns Oct. 1–4 with Drone Shows and Live Music

Layers — Maui County Fair Returns Oct. 1–4 with Drone Shows and Live Music | Maui Tom's News

The 99th Maui County Fair runs October 1–4 at the War Memorial Complex, featuring four nights of live Hawaiian entertainment and nightly drone light shows at 8:30 p.m. The fair is county-funded and marks its return after a six-year hiatus. The fair takes place October 1–4 at the War Memorial Complex in Kahului, drawing both […]

Pāʻia Highlighted as a Character-Rich Destination for Maui Visitors

OGG - kahului airport, maui — Pāʻia Highlighted as a Character-Rich Destination for Maui Visitors | Maui Tom's News

A travel feature spotlights Pāʻia as an underrated north shore stop, just 4 miles from Kahului Airport, with surf culture, independent shops, and proximity to Ho’okipa Beach. The article positions it as a worthwhile destination beyond a quick Road to Hāna pit stop. Pāʻia is 4 miles from Kahului Airport, making it an easy and […]

Maui Bus Routes Disrupted Oct. 1–4 for County Fair Events

Aston at the Whaler Kaanapali Maui — Maui Bus Routes Disrupted Oct. 1–4 for County Fair Events | Maui Tom's News

The Maui County Fair Parade will cause Maui Bus re-routes and stop eliminations on Ka’ahumanu Avenue on Oct. 1, with additional routing changes continuing through Oct. 4 during Fair hours. Several afternoon stops on Routes 1, 2, 5, and 6 will be eliminated Oct. 1 starting around 3:35–4:45 p.m. due to the parade. Wailuku Loop […]

Kāʻanapali Golf Courses Named Best on Maui in 2026 Viewers’ Choice Awards

Ka'anapali Golf Course sign Maui — Kāʻanapali Golf Courses Named Best on Maui in 2026 Viewers' Choice Awards | Maui Tom's News

Kāʻanapali Golf Courses won the inaugural KITV 4 Best of Maui Viewers’ Choice Award for Best Golf Course, as voted by local residents. The recognition also highlights West Maui’s continued rebound following the 2023 wildfires. Kāʻanapali Golf Courses took the top spot in the Best Golf Course category of KITV 4’s inaugural Best of Maui […]

Grocery Store Tourism Trend Could Draw More Visitors to Maui’s Local Shops

Olowalu beach looking south — Grocery Store Tourism Trend Could Draw More Visitors to Maui's Local Shops | Maui Tom's News

Grocery store tourism is a rising 2026 travel trend, with visitors seeking authentic local food experiences at markets and general stores. Maui destinations like Olowalu General Store and Foodland are highlighted as worthwhile stops for travelers. Condé Nast Traveler names grocery store tourism a top 2026 travel trend, with over 50 million related TikTok posts. […]

Keola Beamer Concert Saturday at MACC Honors Lahaina and Fire Survivors

Down the Hatch Lahaina Maui — Keola Beamer Concert Saturday at MACC Honors Lahaina and Fire Survivors | Maui Tom's News

Hawaiian music legend Keola Beamer releases his first new single in 16 years, ‘Lahaina Ola Hou,’ a tribute to his hometown ahead of a Saturday performance at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center. The song, inspired by his personal grief over the 2023 fire, will be performed alongside Henry Kapono and Jerry Santos at a […]

Maui County Fair Returns Oct. 1–4 in Wailuku with Rides, Food, and Events

A stunning path along the Maui coast in Wailea offers amazing views of the West Maui mountains, Molokini and the island of Kaho'olawe (on the horizon). Lots of places to sit, watch for breaching whale — Maui County Fair Returns Oct. 1–4 in Wailuku with Rides, Food, and Events | Maui Tom's News

The 99th Maui County Fair runs October 1–4 at the War Memorial Complex in Wailuku, offering four days of food, entertainment, and carnival rides. General admission is $10 for adults, with presale tickets available at several island locations. The fair runs Thursday, Oct. 1 through Sunday, Oct. 4 at the War Memorial Special Events Complex […]