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Calendar Big Island Kauai Maui Oahu Maui - May, 2008 - June, 2008 - July, 2008 - August, 2008 - September, 2008 - October, 2008 - November, 2008 - December, 2008 - January, 2009 - February, 2009 - March, 2009 - April, 2009 Submit an Event
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Exploring: Calendar > Maui > June Early June KA LIMA O MAUI 100 HOLES OF GOLF An annual endurance test for golfers fields approximately 24 players from golf's lunatic fringe who tee up in an attempt to finish 100 holes by sundown. The event is a fund raiser for Ka Lima O Maui, a local non-profit that provides vocational rehabilitation programs of persons with disabilities and those who are economically disadvantaged. For more information call (808) 244-5502. Early June MORE THAN JUST DESSERTS An annual dessert fundraiser for the Maui Humane Society held at a local hotel. Silent Auction and Tasting begin in the early evening, followed by Live Auction. For more information call (808) 877-3680. Early June KAPALUA CLAMBAKE GOLF TOURNAMENT Kapalua's Plantation, Village and Bay Courses share the challenge for this annual pro-am event. Highlights include a clambake feast beachside at The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua and awards ceremony. Tournament is limited to 32 teams comprised of one professional and three amateurs. For more information call (808) 665-9198. Mid June UPCOUNTRY FAIR Country fair with livestock auction, farmers market, local-style entertainment, crafts and food booths. Held annually at Eddie Tam Community Center in Makawao. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information call (808) 242-2278. Mid June KING KAMEHAMEHA CELEBRATION FLORAL PARADE Honoring King Kamehameha the Great, the annual floral & pau rider parade begins at 10 am from the 900 block of Front St. to the Banyan Tree. An awards ceremony and cultural craft fair with Hawaiian music and hula follow at Banyan Tree Park. For more information call 808-667-9193. Mid June MAUI FILM FESTIVAL AT WAILEA Hawaiian culture and music are on the big screen in the annual Maui Film Festival at Wailea Resorts & Maui Arts & Cultural Center in Kahului. Fabulous film premieres, gala parties, celebrity appearances, Hawaiian music and dance. For more information call (808) 572-FILM. Mid June POHAI NA KEIKI NALU SURF EVENT An annual surf meet for keiki (children) 12 and under. Launiupoko Beach in Lahaina. For more information call (808) 877-2111. Mid June NEIL PRYDE SLALOM Windsurfing slalom race, the second event of the Maui Race Series. Held at Kanaha Beach Park in Kahului. For more information call (808) 877-2111. Mid June GEORGE KAHUMOKU JR SLACK KEY WORKSHOP George's annual Hawaiian Slack Key Masters ki hoalu workshop, held at the Mauian Hotel on beautiful Napili Bay is a great musical event. Learn from slack key greats. For more information call (831) 234-8790. Late June GREAT ANNUAL FISH COUNT FISH ID SEMINAR A free fish ID seminar teaches how to conduct REEF surveys during any snorkel or dive. Various Maui locations. For more information call Liz at (808) 669-9062 or email lfoote@maui.net. Late June KI HOALU - SLACK KEY GUITAR FESTIVAL Bring the whole family and enjoy an all-day, all-star lineup of Hawaii's finest slack key musicians. This annual festival is held at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center, A&B Amphitheater. Free admission! For more information call (808) 242-7469. Late June - Early July MAUI INVITATIONAL BAND FESTIVAL The annual Maui Invitational Band Festival features instrumental workshops, vocal clinics, and community concerts. All workshops and clinics are open to musicians and vocalists of all ages and are separated by skill level only. Produced by the Arts Education for Children Group (AECG), the lineup offers a diverse mix of musical genres such as classical, pop, blues, vocal and instrumental jazz. Profesisional musicians and others lend their talents to the festival as instructors and performers. Call for fees, locations, times, scholarships and more information. For more information call 808-667-2805. Late June KAPALUA WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL Every year world famous wine makers, chefs and visitors assemble at the Kapalua Resort for a series of cooking demonstrations, wine tastings and gourmet meals. Since 1984, Hawaii's premiere celebration of wine, food and the good life has brought culinary and wine stars from around the world for fun, seminars and a gala dinner. For more information call (800) 665-9160. Late June HANA SUMMER FESTIVAL An annual festival featuring headline Hawaiian entertainers as well as the promising youth performers of East Maui. Enjoy a beautiful Hana day with music, great local foods, handmade gift items, and contests. Sample prize-winning poke or maybe even enter the karaoke contest! For more information call (808) 248-7380. All month (ongoing) MAUI OCEAN CENTER The Maui Ocean Center is the only aquarium in the world dedicated to fostering understanding, wonder and respect for Hawaii’s marine life. The three-acre marine park, the largest tropical reef aquarium in the western hemisphere, provides information, tours by marine naturalists and exhibits on thousands of indigenous fish, sharks, turtles, stingrays and other fascinating marine animals. Sea Talks are FREE and open to the public. For more information call (808) 270-7000. All month (ongoing) MCGREGOR POINT LOOKOUT Free whale and ocean information is provided by the Pacific Whale Foundation. The (PWF) Ocean Outreach Van is at this scenic lookout daily 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.with interesting whale displays and free information about whales. PWF's Marine Research naturalists will be on hand to help you spot whales from one of the best shore-based whalewatching locations on Maui. Free. For more information call (808) 879-8860. Every Sunday (ongoing) MAUI POLO CLUB GAMES A great sport for players and spectators alike held in beautiful Upcountry Maui. Be part of the excitement! See the Maui Polo Club's site for event schedule (approx. 1 p.m.) and map/directions to the polo field. For more information call (808) 572-4915 or (808) 877-7744. Daily (ongoing) HALEAKALA NATIONAL PARK Ongoing Ranger/Naturalist programs include guided walks, hikes, as well as programs on geology and natural and cultural history. In the Summit area, special evening star watching programs are conducted periodically. Occasionally special all day and half day hikes, three day service trips, or full moon hikes are offered. Call: (808) 572-4400 for current schedules. For more information call (808) 572-4400. Every evening (ongoing) SUNSET CLIFF-DIVING The Sheraton Maui, Kaanapali (West Maui) rests atop the famed black rock, Puu Kekaa, site of many Hawaiian legends. A torch lighting and cliff diving ceremony is enacted each evening right before sunset. The public can watch a young man in ancient Hawaiian garb light torches as he runs to the rock's summit. Perched at the top, he dives off the cliff into the calm waters surrounding the landmark. For more information call (808) 661-0031 or (800) 245-9229. Nightly (ongoing) ASTRONOMY TOUR OF THE STARS A brilliant tour of the stars is given nightly on the roof for one hour. Astronomy-quality telescopes are set up for viewing pleasure by the star guide. Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa, Kaanapali (West Maui). For more information call (800) 245-9229. Every Tuesday and Thursday at 2:00 p.m. (ongoing) MAUI CROQUET CLUB Play International Rules croquet with the Maui Croquet Club, member of the United States Croquet Association. If you don't know how to play, they will teach you. If you don't have a mallet, they will loan you one. Waipuilani Park, Kihei, HI For more information call (808) 879-0087. Occasional Saturdays and Sundays (ongoing) HEUI CRAFT FAIR Hosted by Na Kupana o Maui at Lahaina Banyond Tree Park, 9:00 am til 5:00 pm. Some live music. Dates are assigned by the County of Maui. For more information call (808) 281-1567. 
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