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Special Events on Maui
Luxury food and wine, cultural festivals, and the seasonal moments that make Maui pulse.
Luxury
Food & Wine Events
Maui Food & Wine Festival
NovemberMulti-day celebration of Maui's culinary scene featuring top island chefs, visiting mainland talent, wine and spirits tastings, and farm-to-table dinners across luxury venues.
Whale Chef's Table Series
January - MarchExclusive whale-season dining experiences at oceanfront restaurants. Multi-course menus paired with premium wines while humpback whales breach offshore. Limited seating, high demand.
Four Seasons Wine & Dine
MonthlyRegular wine dinner series at the Four Seasons Wailea featuring curated pairings by the resort's sommelier team with visiting winemakers. Intimate, luxury setting.
Maui Brewers Festival
SpringCelebration of Maui's craft beer scene featuring Maui Brewing Co. and local island breweries. Live music, food pairings, and a relaxed beachside atmosphere.
Culture
Cultural Events & Festivals
Maui's cultural calendar runs deep. These events connect you to the spirit and history of the island.
Aloha Festivals
SeptemberHawaii's largest cultural celebration. On Maui, the Aloha Festivals include a Royal Court investiture ceremony, ho'olaule'a (street party), and Hawaiian music and hula performances across the island.
Ka'anapali Beach Marathon
DecemberAnnual marathon along the Ka'anapali coastline. One of Maui's premier sporting events drawing runners from around the world to race through West Maui's most scenic route.
Maui Film Festival
JuneMulti-day film festival at the Wailea Beach Resort. Feature films, documentaries, shorts, and celebrity tributes. Evening screenings under the stars at the outdoor Celestial Cinema.
Makahiki Season
November - FebruaryThe traditional Hawaiian season of peace, harvest, and celebration. Cultural events, traditional games, and ceremonies honoring the god Lono take place across Maui.
Seasonal Highlights
Every season on Maui brings something special.
Dec - Feb
Winter
Whale Season
Humpback whales migrate to Maui's warm waters. Peak viewing from shore and boat tours. The Maui Whale Festival runs throughout the season.
Mar - May
Spring
Flower Season
Maui's botanical gardens peak. The Maui Onion Festival and various art walks mark a milder, less crowded period ideal for real estate exploration.
Jun - Aug
Summer
Festival Season
The busiest visitor season. Film festivals, Fourth of July celebrations in Lahaina, and the peak of surf season on the north shore.
Sep - Nov
Fall
Culture Season
Aloha Festivals, Halloween in Lahaina, and the food and wine festival. Locals call this the best time to experience Maui's authentic culture.