Maui Songwriters Festival Returns to Kapalua Jan. 6–9, 2027
The 12th annual Maui Songwriters Festival will take place January 6–9, 2027, at The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua, headlined by Lauren Daigle, Brett Young, and The Band Perry. The four-day event features a mix of free showcases and ticketed concerts ranging from $150 to $250. The festival runs January 6–9, 2027, at The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua, […]
Kapalua Water & Wastewater Rates Rising After Hawaii PUC Approval
Hawaii Water Service has received state approval to raise water and wastewater rates for its Kapalua systems, effective October 2026. The increase will generate roughly $1.94 million in additional annual revenue to recover infrastructure investment costs. The Hawaii Public Utilities Commission approved new water and wastewater rates for Hawaii Water Service’s Kapalua systems, the first […]
Kapalua Water & Wastewater Rates Rising After HPUC Settlement Approval
Multiple sources report that the Hawaii Public Utilities Commission has approved a settlement allowing Hawaii Water Service to increase annual revenue by approximately $1.94 million for its Kapalua water and wastewater systems. The rate adjustment — the first since Hawaii Water acquired the Kapalua systems in 2021 — reflects capital improvements, higher operating costs, and […]
Kapalua Water & Wastewater Rates Rise Starting October 2026
Hawaii’s Public Utilities Commission approved a $1.94 million annual revenue increase for Hawaii Water Service’s Kapalua systems, with new rates taking effect this month. The increase reflects $5.86 million in completed infrastructure improvements and higher operating costs. Water and wastewater rates for the Kapalua service area are increasing for the first time since Hawaii Water […]
LPGA’s Lotte Championship Coming to Kapalua’s Plantation Course in March 2027
Multiple outlets reported that the LPGA Tour has announced the 2027 Lotte Championship will be held at Kapalua Resort’s Plantation Course on Maui, March 15–21, replacing the PGA Tour’s Sentry tournament that was canceled in 2026 and permanently dropped. The move brings major professional golf back to Maui as part of a new two-week Hawaii […]
Sacred Hearts School Marks Three Years of Recovery After Lahaina Fire
A commemorative Mass was held at Sacred Hearts Mission Church in Kapalua on August 7, marking three years since the 2023 Lahaina wildfires. The service honored the school’s resilience, including resuming classes in tents just 20 days after the disaster. Sacred Hearts School resumed classes in tents at Kapalua just 20 days after the August […]
Free Community Night at Kapalua Features Music, Hula & Local Vendors Aug. 28
Aloha Fridays at Kapalua returns August 28 from 6–9 p.m. at The Barn in Kapalua, offering free live music, hula performances, and local food and retail vendors. The next event is scheduled for October 23, 2026. The free, family-friendly event runs 6–9 p.m. on August 28 at The Barn in Kapalua, hosted by Maui Land […]
Maui Musician Marty Dread Performs at Kapalua, Drops Two Reggae Albums
Maui-based reggae artist Marty Dread is releasing two new vinyl albums featuring Jamaican music legends and is set to perform at The Ritz-Carlton, Maui Kapalua. The releases include collaborations with members of The Wailers and Bob Marley’s engineer. Marty Dread will perform at The Ritz-Carlton, Maui Kapalua on Friday, August 8. His album ‘In Your […]
Maui Jazz & Blues Festival Set for Kapalua, Aug. 31–Sept. 6, 2026
The Maui Jazz & Blues Festival returns to The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua for a week of live performances featuring Grammy-winning artists and local musicians. Most nightly events at Alaloa Lounge are complimentary, with the main event on Sept. 5. The festival runs Aug. 31–Sept. 6, 2026, at The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua on the island’s west […]
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 […]