EVENTS
Maui Mall 877-8952
TreeCircus
November 8, 1-2pm
Sponsored by the US Forest Service and Western Chapter International Society is Arboriculture. Join us for an educational and energetic assembly about protecting our environment and learning about the urban forest.
King Kekaulike High School Silent Auction
November 22, 9am-2pm
Support the KKHS girls soccer team, by joining us for this silent auction located by Supercuts. All proceeds will benefit the 2014-2015 girls soccer team.
Kings Cathedral of Maui Winter Performance
November 22, 12-1pm
Visit with Santa
Nov 28-Dec 21
Every Friday through Sunday after Thanksgiving. Stop in and get your picture taken with him, all keiki will receive a special gift from Santa.
Kalama School Choir
December 4, 6-7pm
Kalama Bell Band
December 5, 6-7pm
Maui High Chorus
December 6, 6-7pm
Iao School Band
December 9, 6pm
Maui High Winter Concert
December 10, 6pm
Doris Todd Memorial Christian School Band
December 11, 6pm
Maui Waena Band
December 12, 6pm
Kings Cathedral of Maui Winter Performance
December 13, 12-1pm
Tuba Christmas
December 13, 4-5pm
Maui Community Band
December 15, 6-7pm
King Kekaulike Symphonic Band & King Kekaulike Jazz Band
December 16, 6:30-7:30 pm
Baldwin High School Concert Band & Chorus
December 17, 6-7pm
Iao School Chorus
December 18, 6-7pm
Maui Academy of Performing Arts
December 19, 6:45-7:45pm
Free Zumba every Sunday at 9am
Free Hula every Sunday at 11am
Mayor’s Office of Economic Development/808-270-7710
www.madeinmauicountyfestival.com
Made in Maui County Festival
Maui Arts & Cultural Center
Saturday, November 8, 2014
8 am – 4:30 pm
All ages
Over 100 vendors offering a wide variety of made in Maui County products, including foods, produce, art, crafts, jewelry, fashion, gifts, collectibles ALL in one locaton; plus demonstrations, food trucks and more! Great for the entire family!
Maui Green & Beautiful (formerly Maui Outdoor Circle) 879-9169
[email protected]
TreeCircus Show
Maui Mall
November 8th, Saturday at 1pm
Engaging participants with an interactive show about learning about trees, why should we plant more of them and the benefits of the trees in their communities. For mor information about TreeCircus, please visit www.treecircus.org
Montessori Hale O Keiki 874-7441
2nd Anuual Bocce Ball Tournament
Saturday, November 8th
5-10 p.m.
Ages 21 yrs. old and older
2nd Annual Bocce Ball Tournament to raise money for financial aid.
Nighttime Bocce, Food, Drinks & Prizes. Contact Stacey at MHOK
874-7441 for more details.
MHOK Movie Night
Friday Dec 5th at 6 p.m.
Entire Family
Free Movie Night 6 p.m. at Hotel Wailea. Fundraiser for financial aid.
Hui Malama Learning Center 244-5911
Skyline Eco-Adventures Zip for the Trees
Crater Road on the way to Haleakala National Park
Sunday, November 9th
8:30 am – 4:00 pm
Tickets are $30/person and include zipping on 3 of the best lines. or $50 zip all day pass. Food will be available for purchase, prize-giveaways, music and much more! All proceeds from this event will benefit Hui Malama Learning Center, Maui Youth and Family Services and the Children’s Justice Center.
Hospice Maui
Dine Out for Hospice Maui
Island-Wide at 36 Participating Restaurants
Tuesday, November 11th, 2014
All Day
Open to the entire family
Join us for the 5th annual “Dine Out for Hospice Maui!” Dine at one of
the 36 participating restaurants island-wide. These generous local restaurants will nourish our community by donating a portion of the proceeds from your meal to Hospice Maui.
Holiday Open House – Expression, Remembrance, & Healing
Hospice Maui
Saturday, December 6th, 2014
10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Open to the entire family
This free program is open to the public and is designed to help families
and children through the holidays by offering an opportunity for
creative expression and healing through art.
Maui Family YMCA 242-9007
Date Night At The YMCA Childwatch
Nov. 14, Dec. 12, & Jan. 9
6:00pm – 9:00pm
2 years – 12 years (Must be potty trained completely out of diapers)
Drop your kids off at the YMCA while you go on a date. We will be providing dinner, dessert, a drink, arts & crafts, and games.
Queen Ka’ahumanu Center 877-4325
275 E. Ka’ahumanu Ave., Kahului
Santa Arrives
November 15
Visit QueenKaahumanuCenter.com for details.
Up All Night/Black Friday
November 27th & 28
Queen Ka‘ahumanu Center Black Friday fun kicks off at 8 p.m. on Thanksgiving night with hourly giveaways at center court until 6 a.m. Plus BlackFriday bargains throughout the mall.
Pet Photos with Santa
December 1st and 8th, 5-8pm
Families are invited to bring their pets along for Santa photos.
Gingerbread Decorating for Kids
December 6
Queen Ka‘ahumanu Center Free gingerbread decorating for kids 10 a.m. to noon.
Kama’aina Nights Holiday Concert
December 19
The December installment of the free monthly concert series features holiday-themed entertainment.
Holiday Entertainment
December 1-24
Enjoy free holiday entertainment and special events at center stage all month long.
Holokai Club
First Saturday of every month
10:00am – 12:00 noon
Grades K-5
Come to create, learn, play and connect through imaginative themed activities. Experience a new keiki adventure every month. Free for children Grades K-5.
St Joseph Christmas Craft Fair 572-6235
Saturday, November 15th
7am – 2pm
Local vendors and crafters will have amazing items available for the gift giving season. As an extra treat, Santa will be landing his sled for a visit at 11am for the children. Enjoy an array of ethnic foods, baked good items, live entertainment and so much more!
Maui Ocean Center 270-7000
Fins & Flippers Tour Upgrade
Tuesdays & Fridays in Nov. & Dec.
Tuesdays & Thursdays in Jan.
11:30am & 1:30pm
Join a knowledgeable Ocean Naturalist and discover fascinating facts about sharks and sea turtles. The tour also includes a behind-the-scenes visit to the Aquarium’s wet laboratory and chance to observe the feeding habits of sharks and sea turtles. $10 per person plus admission. Call (808) 270-7088 for reservations.
Story Time Saturdays
November., December., January
Saturdays at 11:30am
Children ages 3-12 are invited to a captivating story time followed by a fun ocean-themed craft! Story Time & Craft Hour is hosted by an Ocean Naturalist and takes place in Maui Ocean Center’s Hawaiians and the Sea Exhibit. Complimentary with Aquarium admission.
Talk Story & Hula Lessons with Kahu Dane Maxwell and ‘Ohana
Tuesdays, Nov., Dec., Jan. at 11:45am
Kahu Dane Maxwell and ‘Ohana (family) will conduct a talk story session and hula lesson at the Hawaiians and the Sea exhibit. This activity is complimentary with aquarium admission and appropriate for all ages. Schedule subject to change.
Turtle-rrific Thursday
Thursdays- Nov. 6 & 20, Dec. 4 & 18, Jan. 1 & 15 at 2pm
This interactive program is hosted by Maui Ocean Center’s curatorial team at the Turtle Lagoon. Guests will learn about the biology, behavior and diet of green sea turtles from the team that cares for the animals on a daily basis. This activity is included with Aquarium admission.
12 Days of FISH-mas
December 14-25 at 9am-5pm; Dive presentations at 11am, 3pm
Join us as we count down the 12 Days of FISH-mas! There will be holiday-themed food and drinks at Hale Mea Ono coffee cart and Seascape Ma‘alaea Restaurant, plus lots of Christmas cheer when Scuba Claus and his sidekick Elf make special visits to the Aquarium. Scuba Claus and Elf will wear special dive masks that allow them to speak with the audience, so have your wish list ready!
Sleep with the Sharks, Aquarium Sleepover
Friday, January 23
7pm until 9am the following day
For ages 6-13. Each child must be accompanied by an adult 21 years +
Experience the Aquarium after dark! During the sleepover, participants will get to explore Hawaii’s fascinating underwater world at night with hands-on discovery lessons and much more. $75/person. Aquarium members receive a 15% discount. Advanced reservations are required; call (808) 270-7075.
St. Anthony Junior Senior High School, 244-4190
Strength in Unity Gala
King Kamehameha Golf Club House
November 15, 2014
Saturday
5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Open to the General Public
Strength in Unity Gala is an annual fundraiser and opportunity for individuals, businesses, community and the SAS Ohana to raise money for tuition assistance.
St. Anthony Student Showcase
St. Anthony Junior Senior High School
Friday, January 16, 2015
4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Open to St Anthony School Ohana
Students in 7th- through 12th- grade at St. Anthony Junior-Senior High School will display a variety of learning pieces and exhibits that represent the fun and education taking place on Maui’s only Catholic high school campus.
Maui Arts & Cultural Center 242-SHOW
BANDALOOP
MACC- Castle Theater
Sunday, November 16th at 7:30 pm
all ages
BANDALOOP seamlessly weaves dynamic physicality, intricate choreography, and the art of climbing to turn the dance floor on its side. BANDALOOP performs in theaters and museums, on skyscrapers, bridges, billboards and historical sites, in atriums and convention halls, in nature on cliffs, and on screen. Prepare to be amazed!
Shanghai Circus
MACC – Castle Theater
January 19 – 20
Mon 4 pm & 7:30 pm, Tues 7 pm
all ages
These highly skilled, rigorously trained and multitalented acrobats will enthrall you as they bend and twist with graceful movement to form living sculptures. Matched with innovative choreography, radiant lighting, enchanting scenery and powerful music, this beautifully orchestrated presentation of traditional Chinese acrobatic acts will leave you spellbound!
Montessori School of Maui 573-0374
Dinner Project
November 21, 2014
2933 Baldwin Ave. Makawao
6pm-9pm
Ages 21 and over
Join us for a delectable culinary experience created by one of Maui’s top chefs complete with exquisite wine pairings. Our 2014-15 chef line-up is Roger Stettler, Cameron Lewark, Isaac Bancaco, & Sheldon Simeon. All proceeds support an enriching Montessori education for the school.
Holiday Fair
2933 Baldwin Ave. Makawao
December 5, 2014
8am-5pm
All welcome!
The Montessori School of Maui PTO is hosting their annual Holiday Fair on Friday, December 5th from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on the school campus. Come and celebrate the wonder and joy of the Holiday Season featuring made in Maui crafts, gifts and much more.
Kula Elementary School 876-7610
27th Annual Kula School Harvest Festival
Saturday, November 22nd
9am – 3pm
All Ages
Kula Elementary School
A wonderful family event with activities and attractions for all ages. Enjoy games, prizes, bouncing castles, lots of ono food, silent auction and entertainment throughout the day.
North Shore Church 446-6371
Community Exchange and Kids Fair
105 Pauwela Rd.
At the Haiku School cafeteria
Saturdays, Nov. 22 & Jan. 24th
(always the fourth Saturday of every other month)
9:00a.m- 1:00p.m
Kids- 0-14 and parents too
The community exchange is a moneyless consignment. Parents bring clothes their kids have grown out of and trade them for new sizes (infant- preteen sizes). The kids’ fair is all free- giant bouncehouse, games, bbq, and shave ice.
Maui Thing 249-0215
Second Saturday Art
10am-12pm
Free Art Activities for Keiki.
Hui No’eau Visual Arts Center 572-6560
Hui Holidays
November 24 – December 24
Open EVERY Day!
9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Twinkling with holiday charm, the Hui’s gallery will be filled to the brim with works in jewelry, ceramic, print, fiber, photography, glass, and painting. With holiday ornaments, Hui Print Calendars, and many more handmade items added to the mix, you’ll be sure to find a special gift for everyone on your list. Interested in submitting artwork for Hui Holidays 2014, email Keri Meyer at [email protected].
Maui OnStage 242-6969
Historic Iao Theater
68 N. Market Street, Wailuku
November 28 – December 14, 2014
ELF The Musical
ELF is the hilarious tale of Buddy, a young orphan who mistakenly crawls into Santa’s bag of gifts and is transported to the North Pole. With Santa’s permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father and discover his true identity. Buddy is determined to win over his new family and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas.
Paia School
Christmas Tree Fundraiser & Festival
Saturday, November 29th
9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Christmas trees are available for purchase for $55 or day-of-event for $65. These gorgeous 5-6 ft., Douglas, Noble, and Grande Fir trees are only available at these prices at Paia School. In addition to selling Christmas Trees, we are looking forward to making this a fun community event! We will have live entertainment, a silent auction, a bake sale, fun keiki activities, keiki zone with a snow machine, vendor booths and pictures with Santa!
Haleakala Waldorf School 878-2511
29th Anniversary Holiday Faire
Upcountry Kula, 4160 Lower Kula Road (across from the Kula Post Office)
Saturday, December 6th
9am – 4pm
Maui’s most festive holiday event with live entertainment all day, ‘ono food, traditional hand’s on crafts, puppet show for the children, silent auction and over 75 of Maui’s best artisans! 10am elf parade—all children dressed as elves receive a FREE gift! $3 adults, children under 12 FREE. Proceeds support the school’s programs and Tuition Assistance Program.
Maui Humane Society 877-3680 ext. 14
Holiday Pet Fair
Saturday, December 6
11am to 2pm
All Ages
Take a pet holiday photo with Santa Paws and purchase gifts, crafts and treats to give to your loved ones with all proceeds to benefit homeless pets. Food vendors, 50% off adoptions, discounted micro-chipping, nail trims, demos, giveaways and more!
Kula Fields Farm Shop & Kupu Cafe 280-2099
Visit with Santa
2505 Kula Hwy. just past Omaopio Rd.
Saturday, Dec. 6 from 1- 4pm
Santa will pay a special holiday visit to the gardens by cruising in on his hot-rod sleigh to delight kids and adults alike. Enjoy gourmet coffee, heavenly hot chocolate, decadent chocolates and scrumptious pastries at the Kupu Cafe. Check out the Kula Fields Farmshop for delicious gifts, living Christmas trees that can be planted and enjoyed for years to come, & unique holiday decor.
Luana Fukumoto 757-4739
Maui Mompreneur Winter Showcase
Maui Beach Hotel Elleair Ballroom
Saturday, December 6th (one day)
9 am – 1 pm
All ages
Indoor Craft Fair featuring local mom-owned small business vendors
Christmas Craft Fair
Grace Bible Church 635 Hina Ave Kahului
Saturday, December 13th (one day)
9 am – 1 pm
All ages
Handmade Crafts, Food Booths & More. For vendor space and information please call 808-757-4739 or 808-344-8427
Maui Friends of the Library
Used Book Sale
Whole Foods Market – Maui Mall entrance
Sunday, December 7th
9 am – 3 pm
all ages
Large variety of previously-loved books at BARGAIN prices! Every keiki at the sale gets a kids’ book for free! Benefit for Maui libraries.
Maui Pops Orchestra
“Holiday Pops”
Maui Arts & Cultural Center
Sunday, December 7th at 3:00 pm
All ages
Our annual holiday concert includes vocalist Doug LaBrecque, who has had leading rolls in numerous Broadway shows and appears with some of the world’s finest orchestras. The Maui Pops Chorus will add holiday spirit to this fun-filled family event.
“Broadway Pops”
Maui Arts & Cultural Center
Sunday, January 25, 2015 at 3:00 pm
All ages
Familiar songs by Rodgers & Hammerstein from South Pacific, The Sound of Music, and more! Vocalists Christiane Noll & William Michals perform extensively on Broadway and with orchestras worldwide. They will be joined by our own orchestra and chorus.
Maui Academy of Performing Arts (MAPA), 244-8760
MAPA’s Nutcracker Sweets
December 13
Saturday 2:00 & 7:00 pm
Maui Arts & Cultural Center
Castle Theater
This holiday season Maui audiences are in for a sweet treat when Maui Academy of Performing Arts (MAPA) presents Nutcracker Sweets, a delightful adaptation of the treasured holiday classic. This whimsical, family-friendly ballet set to the timeless Tchaikovsky score features 150 Maui dancers of all ages. $22 adults, $18 students (12 and under) plus applicable fees. (808) 242-SHOW (7469). www.mauiarts.org
Maui Preparatoty Academy 665-9966
Jingle Bell Rock ‘n’ Roll Ball
The Ritz Carlton
Saturday, December 13, 2014
Cocktails & Silent Auction – 5:30PM Dinner – 6:30PM
Adults 21 years and older
Join us for this memorable holiday event with cocktails, pupus, Auctions, and then dance the night away. Proceeds going to benefit Maui prep’s Financial Aid Fund that provides financial assistance to more than 40% of its students.
Maui Youth Philharmonic Orchestra 298-4483
Maui Youth Philharmonic Orchestra 9th Annual Winter Concert
H.P. Baldwin Auditorium
December 14, 2014 (Sunday)
3p.m.
ALL AGES
Children of all ages will enjoy the Maui Youth Philharmonic Orchestra’s Winter Concert on Sunday, December 14 at 3:00 p.m. at H.P. Baldwin Auditorium. The family-friendly concert features classical music and holiday favorites! Admission is FREE.
Hula Grill Kaanapali 667-6636
Santa Visits Ka’anapali Beach
Hula Grill Maui, Ka’anapali Beach
Friday, December 19 at 4:00 pm
Kids only. Free event
Watch as Santa and his reindeer paddle in by outrigger canoe to sit with the keiki of Maui and hear their Christmas wishes. Mrs. Clause will be on hand giving out goodies to good children and Santa’s elves will be helping in the Cookie Workshop.
Alexander Academy of Performing Arts 878-8970
Holiday of Dance Performance including Nutcracker dances
Old Kula Community Center
Saturday December 20th
11:00 AM, 12:30 PM, 2:00 PM
Tickets $10
Our Holiday of Dance performances showcases our dancers in festive jazz, contemporary, hip hop and classical dances including the Nutcracker.
Hope Chapel 879-3853
Christmas Eve Services
Hope Chapel Auditorium, 300 E. Welakahao Road, Kihei
Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2014
4 Services: 4pm, 6pm, 8pm, & 10pm
Open to all
Come be a part of our Christmas Eve Celebration at Hope Chapel. Join us as we celebrate the birth of Jesus, our Savior! 2pm and 4pm services will have children’s ministry for 6 months.-6th grade. 10pm is a candlelight service.
Pacific Whale Foundation 249-8811
World Whale Day
Saturday, February 14, 2015
9am – 7pm
A free, all-day celebration that honors the humpback whales that come to Maui each winter. The festivities begin with a Parade of Whales down South Kihei Road, and continue at oceanside Kalama Park. The celebration offers live musical entertainment, hula performances; whale-themed attractions; a Keiki Carnival with hands-on educational activities; and an array of foodbooths and food trucks. The festival will also feature environmental displays on marine mammals, ocean conservation, and Maui’s unique eco-system.
Island Art Party 419-6020
Family Art Party!
1279 S. Kihei Rd. #109 Kihei, HI 96753
Ongoing
Saturday and Sunday
10:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Age 8 and up
Feed your child’s love of art by creating a FUN painting at Island Art Party! We provide all materials and our instructors teach easy, step by step methods.Perfect for parent-child outings and birthday parties. No experience is necessary.
Surfing Goat Dairy 878-2870
Evening Chore Tour
3651 Omaopio Rd., Kula
Ongoing event
Monday-Saturday
3:15 – 4:15pm
All age levels are appropriate
Assist in our evening chores. Learn to hand milk a goat, then help with the evening feedings and learn more about our award winning cheeses and how they are made. $12 for kids $15 for adult
Grand Dairy Tour
3651 Omaopio Rd., Kula
Ongoing event
Every Saturday at 9am
All age levels are appropriate
A two-hour hands-on visit and tasting experience you will love. Bring your family and friends! Be a goat herder for the day, even try to milk a goat. Includes a tasting of the many different varieties of our cheeses. $25 Reservations required.
Riki’s Complimentary “Balloonology” Entertainment Riki Inzano, 879-8918
Pizza Madness in Kihei
Weekly/Ongoing Thursday Eves.
Sunset/6:30-ish to 8:00pm
All ages
Forget weiner dogs! Riki Inzano promotes her private party bookings creating “ Gourmet” balloon animals & jewelry! All ages entertainment. Special requests & challenges welcome!
ROOTS School
January 31st at the Makawao Union Church for our Children’s World Fair, brought to you by the students and families of Roots School. It will be a day to celebrate cultures from around the world.
The festivities will include face painting, crafts, games, silent auction, and food.
