Little League Returns to Lahaina for First Time Since 2008, Boosting West Maui Recovery
Lahaina will host a District III Little League Minors Division tournament June 26–30, 2026, the first such event in West Maui in 18 years. The County upgraded Lahaina Recreation Center Field No. 4 to make tournament play possible again. West Maui Little League hosts the Minors Division District III tournament at Lahaina Recreation Center Field […]
Maui Commission Delays Vote on Makena State Park Bathroom and Fee Plan
The Maui Planning Commission deferred a decision on proposed upgrades to Makena State Park, including permanent restrooms, showers, and toll booths charging out-of-state visitors. Testimony ran nearly nine hours and was sharply divided between supporters and opponents of the changes. Proposed improvements include two permanent bathrooms, outdoor showers, a water bottle refill station, and paved […]
Maui Planning Commission Defers Vote on Mākena State Park Bathroom Project
Multiple outlets reported that the Maui Planning Commission deferred a decision Tuesday on a state proposal to build permanent restrooms and other improvements at Mākena State Park, following a marathon hearing that stretched from 9 a.m. to after 6 p.m. The project, put forward by the Hawaiʻi Department of Land and Natural Resources, drew deeply […]
Trilogy Excursions Revives Lahaina Sunset Dinner Sail with Local Chef
Trilogy Excursions has relaunched its Captain’s Sunset Dinner Sail from Lahaina Harbor, led by Maui-raised Head Chef Brian Tadena. A special Fourth of July Light Show Dinner Sail is also scheduled. Trilogy Excursions has resumed its Captain’s Sunset Dinner Sail departing from Lahaina Harbor for the first time since the 2023 fire. The experience features […]
Free Kīhei 4th Friday Street Party Returns June 26 at Azeka Center
Kīhei’s monthly 4th Friday Town Party runs June 26 from 6–9 p.m. at Azeka Shopping Center Mauka, featuring live music, food, local vendors, classic cars, and free kids’ activities. The free event is held every fourth Friday and is organized by the Maui County Office of Economic Development. The event runs 6–9 p.m. on June […]
Little League Returns to Lahaina for First Time Since 2008
Multiple outlets report that Lahaina will host a District III Little League tournament for the first time in 18 years, marking a symbolic milestone in West Maui’s ongoing recovery. The Minors Division tournament runs June 26–30 at Lahaina Recreation Center Field No. 4, following renovations by the Maui County Department of Parks and Recreation. West […]
The Forgotten Kaanapali Airstrip That Once Landed Guests Steps from the Beach
Kaanapali Beach had its own working airstrip from 1962 until the 1980s, allowing visitors to fly directly into the resort area rather than driving from Kahului. The historical piece explores why Maui’s main airport ended up so far from its major resort corridors. Amfac opened the Kaanapali Airstrip in June 1962, just 30 feet from […]
Nā Kamehameha Pāʻū Parade Returns to Central Maui with Large Turnout
The annual Nā Kamehameha Commemorative Pāʻū Parade took place June 20, 2026, along Kaʻahumanu Avenue in Kahului, drawing large crowds and continuing with festivities at Queen Kaʻahumanu Center. The event celebrates Hawaiian culture and heritage in honor of King Kamehameha. The parade route ran along Kaʻahumanu Avenue from Mahalani Street to Kahului Beach Road on […]
Maui County Hosting Free Outdoor Movie Nights Across All Islands in July
Maui County’s Department of Parks and Recreation will host free outdoor movie screenings at multiple locations on Maui, Molokaʻi, and Lānaʻi throughout July. The family-friendly events are part of National Park and Recreation Month. Six free outdoor movie nights are scheduled across Maui in July, spanning Hāna, Lahaina, South Maui, Upcountry, and Central Maui. Screenings […]
Maui County Hosting Free Outdoor Movie Nights Across Islands in July
The Maui County Department of Parks and Recreation is offering free family movie screenings at locations across Maui, Molokaʻi, and Lānaʻi throughout July in honor of National Park and Recreation Month. Six free outdoor screenings are scheduled across Maui in July, with additional events on Molokaʻi and Lānaʻi. West Maui guests can attend two movie […]