Last updated: November 11, 2024
Explore the top festive highlights in Kahului! Our guide features all the must-see holiday events. Whether you're rediscovering Kahului or seeing it anew, our guide unlocks the season's magic.
The Hui Holidays brings together local artisans and delicious holiday treats, creating a charming experience that captures the spirit of the season. Emphasizing community joy, the Maui Pops Orchestra—Holiday Pops showcases festive music in a heartwarming atmosphere. And definitely don't forget the Imua Keiki Holiday Festival, where you can enjoy family-friendly activities that celebrate the holidays. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Live entertainment and tree lighting ceremony.
The Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony at Grand Wailea features a live entertainment and opening remarks leading up to the official lighting of the tree, creating a memorable holiday experience.
Where: Wailea | More Info: Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony
Supporting Maui's talented community of artists with local holiday shopping.
Hui Holidays at Hui No'eau Visual Arts Center features an expanded gift shop with unique items from local artists and vendors, including Maui-made ceramics, textiles, jewelry, and holiday ornaments.
Where: Makawao | More Info: Hui Holidays
Kalani Pe'a's Hawaiian Christmas show with full orchestral backup and hula performance.
The Maui Pops Orchestra invites you to celebrate the holiday season with a festive concert featuring 3-time Grammy winner Kalani Pe'a. The event includes music from his album "Purple Hawaiian Christmas" and other holiday favorites, along with a special hula performance by members of award-winning Hālau o ka Hanu Lehua.
Where: Kahului | More Info: Maui Pops Orchestra—Holiday Pops
Interactive activities for children of all abilities.
The Imua Keiki Holiday Festival is a festive celebration featuring live music, guest vocalists, holiday caroling, and activities like Ben’s Big Blue Building Blocks and petting animals. Families can enjoy food trucks, a tree-lighting ceremony, and appearances by Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Where: Wailuku | More Info: Imua Keiki Holiday Festival
Santa's arrival by outrigger canoe on Christmas Eve.
Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus arrive aboard an outrigger canoe on Polo Beach, bringing festive joy to South Maui.
Where: Wailea | More Info: Santa’s Arrival at Fairmont Kea Lani
Festively decorated train with a special guest stop.
The Holiday Sugar Cane Train offers a delightful 4-mile round-trip journey from Pu'ukolii Station in Ka'anapali. Board a festively decorated train and enjoy a brief stop to meet a special guest whose best friend is Rudolph. Savor the holiday cheer while enjoying milk and cookies, and receive a free gift for keiki.
Where: Lahaina | More Info: Holiday Sugar Cane Train
