Maui Academy of Performing Arts (MAPA), 244-8760
26th Annual Garden Party
Sunday, September 21
1:00 – 5:00 pm
Yokouchi Family Estate, Wailuku
Ages 21+
Celebrate MAPA’s 40th birthday as you enjoy top notch entertainment, a Chefs’ Festival with gourmet cuisine from Maui restaurants, fine wines and beer, live jazz, silent auction and “Fresh Art” – plein air artists creating one-of-a-kind art to be auctioned in the vigorous live auction at MAPA’s biggest fundraiser of the year benefiting its educational performing arts programs. $75 includes all food and beverages. For tickets, call 244-8760.
Maui Mall 877-8952
Maui Okinawan Festival
September 20, 10am-3pm
Presented by Maui Okinawan Kenjin Kai, come experience and celebrate traditional Okinawan food, culture demonstrations, martial arts demonstration, entertainment, crafts, and much more.
Free Zumba every Sunday at 9am
Free Hula every Sunday at 11am
Maui Ocean Center 270-7000
Fins & Flippers Tour Upgrade
Fridays only in August and September; Tuesdays and Fridays in October
11:30am and 1:30pm
Join a knowledgeable Ocean Naturalist and discover fascinating facts about sharks and sea turtles. The tour includes a behind-the-scenes visit to the Aquarium’s wet laboratory and chance to observe the feeding habits of sharks and sea turtles. Fees are applicable to parents and guardians accompanying children on the tour. Space is limited and advance reservations are recommended. $10 per person plus admission. Call (808) 270-7088 for reservations.
Sea Turtle Tour
Tuesdays – August-September 11:30am
Explore the graceful world of green sea turtles with an exciting behind-the-scenes tour, supervised feed at Turtle Lagoon, and more! Package includes a choice of lunch or snack option from the Reef Café. Space is limited and reservations are recommended at 808-270-7088.
Story Time Saturdays
Saturdays,August–October 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 every Saturday at 11:30am in Maui Ocean Center’s Hawaiians and the Sea Exhibit.
Talk Story & Hula Lessons with Kahu Dane Maxwell and ‘Ohana
Tuesdays, August–October at 11:45am
Visitors to Maui Ocean Center will have an opportunity to hear from Maui Ocean Center’s Hawaiian Cultural Advisor Kahu Dane Maxwell and take in a hula lesson. 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
September 18 at 2pm
Guests can learn about Hawaii’s beloved green sea turtles in an up close and personal setting during Turtle-rrific Thursday. Beginning 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.
Surfing Goat Dairy 878-2870
Evening Chore Tour
3651 Omaopio Rd., Kula
On going event
Monday-Saturday at 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
On going event
Saturday’s 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!
