Learn the names of the fish you've seen while snorkeling with the help of a knowledgeable Pacific Whale Foundation naturalist at Pacific Whale Foundation's free Coral Reef Information Station. A great place to visit if you're new to snorkeling in Hawaii. Learn how you can help protect the reef as you explore it! Sponsored by the Hawaii Tourism Authority. Available every Sunday through Thursday, 9 am until 12 pm. For information, call 249-8811.
Mon, Tue and Fri 10:00 am to 11:30 am, enjoy a volunteer lead tour of Maui Nui Botanical Gardens (150 Kanaloa Avenue, Kahului). Tours cover the natural history, conservation and ethnobotanical uses of native Hawaiian and Polynesian introduced plants as well as the Gardens' projects in these areas. Tours are free with a suggested donation of $5 per person, by appointment only. For more information or to make a reservation, please call 808-249-2798.
Learn about the extraordinary significance of kalo (taro) to native Hawaiians, its cultural uses, and unique varieties with Hawaiian Kalo (Taro) Farmer, Hōkūao Pellegrino. Try your hand at pounding poi and taste it fresh from the Gardens! Space is limited and reservations are required. A workshop fee to support the mission of Maui Nui Botanical Gardens will be included with your reservation. Please email info@mnbg.org to request a registration form.
7 pm, Castle Theater. You can Make a Difference, Transform a Life! by supporting this benefit concert with musical superstar Kris Kristofferson. He is helping Lokelani ‘Ohana illuminate the housing crisis for people with developmental disabilities. For tickets: www.mauiarts.org or call 242-SHOW (7469)
6:30 pm Obon service followed by Obon dance starting at 7:30 pm - 682 Luakini Street, Lahaina. A Japanese Buddhist custom honoring the departed spirits of ancestors. Families visit ancestors' graves, and the spirits of ancestors return to household altars.
In honor of National Trails Day, a three to four mile varied terrain hike along a valley floor and streams discovering and documenting Hawaiian village remains for neighborhood history project. One short steep climb. Bring footwear suitable for stream hiking. Meet 9 am at Haiku community Center. Hike ends at 1pm. Limit 18. Hike leader: Lucienne de Naie.
6 pm, McCoy Studio Theater. Part of the 2011 Maui Invitational Music Festival presented by Arts Education for Children Group, this Django Would Go! Concert honors the 100th birthday of the great gypsy guitarist Django Reinhardt. For tickets: www.mauiarts.org or call 242-SHOW (7469)
The Kapalua Wine & Food Festival hosted by Fred Dame, Master Sommelier and President of the Court of Master Sommeliers, attracts world-famous winemakers, chefs and visitors to the Kapalua Resort for a series of wine tastings, festive gatherings and gourmet meals. Celebrating its 30th year, this nationally acclaimed food and wine extravaganza includes The Grand Tasting, an alfresco sampling of reserve bottlings and the popular "Kapalua Seafood Festival" featuring cuisine prepared by Hawaii's top chefs. For more information call 808-665-9160 or 888-665-9160.
A colorful floral parade through LahainaTown at 10 am features Pa`u riders on horses decorated with exotic island flowers representing each major island. The community parade includes marching bands, floats and more, all honoring King Kamehameha the Great's families. An awards ceremony and arts festival take place at Banyan Tree Park with island food and crafts, pa`u dressing and riding demonstrations, plus Hawaiian entertainment. Free admission; 9am to 5pm.
7:00 pm Obon service followed by Obon dance starting at 8:00 pm - 9 Ani Street, Kahului. A Japanese Buddhist custom honoring the departed spirits of ancestors.
7 pm, Castle Theater. An athletic balletic of drums pounded in vibrant synchronicity with body movement. For tickets: www.mauiarts.org or call 242-SHOW (7469)
In celebration of Pentecost, The Holy Ghost Feast has been held at Holy Ghost Mission annually at Pentecost since 1891, before the church was even completed. The event celebrates the pouring out of the Holy Spirit on the apostles, preparing them for their mission to spread the Good News and build the church after the resurrection and ascension of Jesus.
4 pm, Amphitheater & Pavilion. As part of Hard Rock Café’s 40th Anniversary Celebration, BAMP Project presents the First Annual Republik Music Festival. Steel Pulse headlines the concert, which also features Matisyahu, Rebelution, The Dirty Heads and The Green. For tickets: www.mauiarts.org or call 242-SHOW (7469)
Daily screenings of acclaimed films take place at the MACC in two theaters and on the big screen in Wailea. During the festival, enjoy celebrity tributes, filmmaker panels and special events around Wailea. For a complete festival schedule, check MauiFilmFestival.com. Tickets: Castle Theater & McCoy Studio Theater film screenings are $10 in advance, $12 on show day.
7:00 pm Obon service followed by Obon dance starting at 8:00 pm - 67 Central Avenue, Wailuku. A Japanese Buddhist custom honoring the departed spirits of ancestors.
7 pm, Amphitheater & Pavilion. The Stylistics bring back sweet memories on a night to remember under the stars. For tickets: www.mauiarts.org or call 242-SHOW (7469)
7:30 pm, McCoy Studio Theater. Celebrate Father’s Day weekend with four famous Hawaiian musical families: Dennis & David Kamakahi; George & Keoki Kahumoku; Kevin & Ikaika Brown and Richard & Kai Ho‘opi‘i. For tickets: www.mauiarts.org or call 242-SHOW (7469)
6:30 pm Obon service followed by Obon dance starting at 8:00 pm - 1939 North Street, Wailuku. A Japanese Buddhist custom honoring the departed spirits of ancestors.
2 pm, Amphitheater & Pavilion. 20th Anniversary - Relax on the lawn to enjoy an all-star lineup of Hawaii’s best slack key guitar musicians. Popular musicians and recording artists who perform on stage include: Makana, Brother Noland, George Kahumoku, Dennis Kamakahi, Jeff Peterson, Bobby Moderow and Walter Keale. FREE.
This feline adventure is sure to get you tapping your feet to its hip, jazzy beat, which includes the Disney favorites "The Aristocats," "Scales and Arpeggios" and "Ev'rybody Wants to Be a Cat." For more information, visit www.mauaicademy.org For tickets, call the MAPA Box Office at 244-8760.
2 hours, start time varies month to month per time of sunset and low tide. Pacific Whale Foundation’s marine educators invite the public to meet some of the fascinating creatures that roam Hawaii’s tidepools at night. This discovery event is recommended for people ages 6 and over. Participants are asked to wear sturdy shoes and bring a flashlight. Please no slippers/flip flops. Refreshments will be provided. We will meet at the Public Beach Access on the south side of the Mana Kai resort in South Kihei (just past the Kihei boat ramp); there is a sign that reads "Public Beach Access." Adults $10, Children $5. Advance reservations required. Call (808) 249-8811, ext 1.
7:00 pm Obon service followed by Obon dance starting at 8:00 pm - 325 Laau Street, Kahului. A Japanese Buddhist custom honoring the departed spirits of ancestors.
2 hours, start time varies month to month per time of sunset and low tide. Pacific Whale Foundation’s marine educators invite the public to meet some of the fascinating creatures that roam Hawaii’s tidepools at night. This discovery event is recommended for people ages 6 and over. Participants are asked to wear sturdy shoes and bring a flashlight. Please no slippers/flip flops. Refreshments will be provided. We will meet at the Public Beach Access on the south side of the Mana Kai resort in South Kihei (just past the Kihei boat ramp); there is a sign that reads "Public Beach Access." Adults $10, Children $5. Advance reservations required. Call (808) 249-8811, ext 1.
7:00 pm Obon service followed by Obon dance starting at 8:00 pm - 325 Laau Street, Kahului. A Japanese Buddhist custom honoring the departed spirits of ancestors.
1-7 pm, Amphitheater and Pavilion. 20th Anniversary - Relax on the lawn to enjoy an all-star lineup of Hawaii’s best slack key guitar musicians. Popular musicians and recording artists who perform on stage include: Makana, Brother Noland, George Kahumoku, Dennis Kamakahi, Jeff Peterson, Bobby Moderow and Walter Keale. For tickets: www.mauiarts.org or call 242-SHOW (7469)
Thu & Fri: 9 am, free admission: Qualifying Rounds. Bull Bash at 7 pm on Friday,
$15 adults.
Sat & Sun: 1 pm: Rodeo: bull-riding, team-roping, calf-roping, bronc riding, mugging, barrel racing, break-away. Live band after Rodeo on Saturday.
Sat & Sun rodeo admission: $15 adults, $10 for seniors and students, $5 kids.