Maui Events November 2025

November brings all kinds of exciting celebrations to The Valley Isle and beyond. From the annual Made in Maui County Festival to Thanksgiving, November is one of our favorite times of year on Maui. Keep an eye out for the arrival of our resident humpback whale population!

What’s happening on Maui for November 2025?

Live music is still happening around the island, with local musicians jamming almost every night at some of the island’s best restaurants. Check out Mana’o Radio’s Music2Nite site for a full lineup of Live Music on Maui.

Don’t miss this month’s biggest event: the Hawaiian Airlines Made in Maui County Festival! The two-day event runs November 7th and 8th and features hundreds of local vendors selling locally-made goods. It’s a great place to try some ono local food, get a jump on holiday shopping, and support Maui’s small business community.

Read our own recap on last year’s Made in Maui County Festival.

November 1 

Kapalua Restaurant Week: Kapalua Restaurant Week is BACK! Participating restaurants in Kapalua offer a variety of discounts and added value offers. Visit KapaluaRestaurantWeek.com for deals and more information. Restaurant week runs until Nov. 7. 

Top Shakaz: TOPSHAKAZ are back! Rooted in Hawaiian/reggae/rap influences, hailing from Waialua, O’ahu, they’re returning for one night only to da Playground Maui. 7:00 pm, 21+. 

Beach Clean Up – Kaanapali: All are invited to participate in a Beach Clean-up in Kaanapali. Volunteers may park at The Whaler on Kaanapali Beach, located at 2481 Kaanapali. Meet at the beachfront, pool hale, adjacent to the pool. This community service is organized quarterly by The Whaler on Kaanapali Beach and the Rotary Club of Lahaina. Cleaning supplies will be provided to all volunteers. For more information, please call 661-6003. Let’s keep our island clean!

November 6

Country Night: Boots on, sass up, and drinks in hand. Line dancing lessons with Jenean & Misty and DJ Mashup Mike heating up the dance floor with all the best country and line dancin’ hits. Grab your crew and let’s dance until the neon lights fade! 6:00 pm, 21+, da Playground. 

November 7

12th Annual Made in Maui County Festival – Exclusive Shopping Day: Maui County’s largest products show, the 12th Annual Hawaiian Airlines Made in Maui County Festival, returns. This popular event features over 130 vendors offering hundreds of made in Maui County products, including food, art, crafts, jewelry, fashion, furniture, gifts, collectibles, and more, ALL in one location! Get a head start on your shopping during the Exclusive Shopping Day!

Pride Party: Get ready to shine, dance, and celebrate love in every color at da Playground Maui. Electrifying beats by amazing DJs. Colorful cocktails and drink specials. Queens Athena Roxafella & Sheshe Showers of Mancandy Productions coming to slay! Everyone is welcome. Come as you are. 9:00 pm, 21+. 

Kapalua Concert Series ft. Jason Arcilla: The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua is delighted to welcome acclaimed singer-songwriter Jason Arcilla to the Kapalua Concert Series. Known most recently for his remarkable journey on NBC’s The Voice Season 24, Arcilla is a Maui-based musician, singer-songwriter, and producer. Infusing R&B with reggae and island surf rock influences, Arcilla has coined his unique sound as “reggae and blues.” Alaloa Lounge, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm. 

November 8 

12th Annual Made in Maui County Festival – Public Shopping Day: The big shopping day! Saturday’s festivities will include live entertainment, fashion shows, 12 food trucks, and prize drawings. The first 2,000 attendees will receive a free festival tote bag! Complimentary shuttles will be available on Saturday to/from Kahului and Wailuku to the Maui Arts & Cultural Center.

Arbor Day Expo at Maui Nui Botanical Gardens: This annual event features tree and plant care lectures, free hands-on Hawaiian cultural activities, conservation organizations, plants for sale, and a giveaway of up to 2,000 native Hawaiian or Polynesian introduced trees. Maui Nui Botanical Gardens, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm. 

Hawaii International Film Festival: The 45th Annual Hawai`i International Film Festival (HIFF) presented by Halekulani returns to the islands! The Fall Festival will feature an exciting slate of feature documentary and short film premieres from around the world, with a special focus on Asia, the Pacific, and Made-in-Hawai`i productions. A variety of films are showing at the Maui Arts and Cultural Center on Nov. 8 & 9. 

Felix & Fingers Dueling Pianos: Two Pianos. One stage. Endless energy. Get ready for a fun interactive night of music, comedy, and crowd-fueled fun as dueling pianists battle it out with your favorite hits – from rock and pop classics to modern chart toppers. You request it – they play it! Sing-alongside, clap-alongside, and dance-alongs encouraged! 7:00 pm, 21+, da Playground. 

November 13

Yellowman: Yellowman brings the real reggae energy straight from Jamaica to Maui, with special guests and Maui’s own 3 POUNDS OF KALO. Expect Pure riddims, conscious vibes, and nonstop dance floor fire. Don’t miss this chance to experience a living legend of reggae and dancehall music. 6:00 pm, 21+, da Playground. 

November 14 

Amy Hanaialii – Kinohi: This concert features stunning visuals and deeply personal moments as Hawaiian music legend Amy Hanaialii is joined by her beloved `ohana, including acclaimed fashion designer and Kumu Hula, Micah Kamohoaliʻi, and the celebrated Hālau Nā Kīpuʻupuʻu. Together, they beckon you to embark on a remarkable journey through their extraordinary lineage, weaving mele, moʻokūʻauhau, and memory into a compelling voyage of identity and ancestral remembrance, inviting all of us to look back so we can move forward. Maui Arts and Cultural Center, 7:30 pm. 

Agent Orange: Punk’s not dead—it’s alive and thrashing on Maui! Agent Orange brings their legendary surf-punk sound to da Playground Maui on Friday, November 14. Doors open 7PM, show kicks off 8:00 PM sharp. Joining them are Maui’s own high-energy punks, The Minorities, and 2 Stroke Lover. 21+.

November 15

2000s Rave Party: Get ready to rewind to the raddest decade of them all. On Friday, November 15, da Playground Maui is going full Y2K for a night of throwback chaos at our 2000s Rave Party. Show up in your best early 2000s rave fit—mesh, metallics, low-rise jeans, and all the wild fashion choices we secretly loved. 9:00 pm, 21+, da Playground. 

November 18 

Nobuntu: A dynamic a cappella group from Zimbabwe, Nobuntu has drawn international acclaim for its inventive performances that range from traditional Zimbabwean songs to Afro Jazz to Gospel. The ensemble’s concerts are performed in multiple native languages and dialects with pure voices, augmented by minimalistic percussion, traditional instruments such as the Mbira (thumb piano), and organic, authentic dance movements. They sing with an uncanny vocal blend, precision, and joy! Don’t miss them at the Maui Arts and Cultural Center. 

November 19 

Rescued Hearts: Experience Rescued Hearts —the powerful new documentary captivating audiences worldwide — hosted by Holding Horses Hawaii and followed by an intimate in-person conversation with filmmakers Dana Croschere and Krisanna Sexton. The film showing will be followed by a conversation with the filmmakers. Maui Arts and Cultural Center, 6:00 pm. 

November 22

HIRIE: HIRIE is bringing her Phases Tour to da Playground Maui for a soulful, high-energy experience packed with reggae fusion, empowerment, and island rhythm. From fan faves like “Sensi Boy” to fresh tracks diving into the phases of life, HIRIE’s music hits different—uplifting, raw, and real. 7:00 pm, 21+. 

November 24 

Maui Invitational: The 2025 Southwest Maui Invitational, the premier early season college basketball tournament, will feature yet another stellar field. The eight Maui-bound teams – Arizona State, Boise State, Chaminade, North Carolina State, Seton Hall, Texas, USC, and Washington State– will come to the Lahaina Civic Center in Maui to play in the Tournament, November 24-26, 2025. 

November 28 

Marten Horger: Global bass house powerhouse Marten Hørger is bringing his signature feel-good, festival-ready sound to Maui for a night that’s guaranteed to go off. Known for his smash single “YOU DON’T” with Neon Steve, collaborations with Habstrakt and Dr. Fresch, and remixes for icons like David Guetta and Tchami, Marten has carved out a spot as one of Beatport’s top Bass House artists and a regular on BBC Radio1, Beats One, and TripleJ. 9:00 pm, 21+, da Playground. 

Magic in Paradise: Prepare to be dazzled by world-class entertainer and expert in sleight-of-hand magic, Maui’s own David Kuraya. David is one of six elite magicians– and the only magician from Maui– who performed regularly at the renowned Warren & Annabelle’s Magic Nightclub in Lahaina before the fires. A deeply community-oriented performer, David, carries on the legacy of that beautiful show with the blessing of his longtime friend and mentor Warren. At each show, he donates parts of his proceeds to local charities. Pro Arts Playhouse, 7:30 pm. 

November 29

Joshua Radin: Joshua Radin emerged in 2004 as an empathetic, engaging, and often enthralling troubadour. Over the years, he’s tallied north of 1 billion streams, moved 1 million-plus albums worldwide, and scored a gold certification for the single I’d Rather Be With You. Don’t miss him at the Maui Arts and Cultural Center. 7:30 pm. 

Free Range Comedy: Every month! This wickedly funny improv troupe specializes in “Who’s Line Is It Anyway?” short-form improv. You’ll laugh your tailfeather off! Pro Arts Playhouse, 7:30 pm. 

Maui Songwriters Festival: Laci Kaye Booth: Recognized by CMT as one of their “Next Women of Country” and named a SiriusXM The Highway “Highway Find,” Laci has shared stages with Parker McCollum, Megan Moroney, and Ella Langley. Her debut album, The Loneliest Girl In The World, praised by Billboard and The Los Angeles Times for its vivid storytelling, showcases her honest and heartfelt songwriting. Don’t miss her poignant performances, including her acclaimed single “Luck Of The Draw,” at this unforgettable Kapalua event. Alaloa Lounge, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm. 

November 30

 The Clairvoyants: The Clairvoyants Show, which premiered in 2024, is the result of over 500 shows in Las Vegas and a sold-out tour of North America. The show’s creative team, which works closely with the exceptional artists, is impressive: From Lady Gaga’s costume designer, to the director of America’s Got Talent, to designers from Cirque de Soleil, you’ll find the most creative minds from Las Vegas united here! Maui Arts and Cultural Center, 7:30 pm.

Weekly Events

Mondays

Lei Po’o Making: The Shops of Wailea invites guests to learn how to weave ti leaf leis using ferns and flowers. Lei Po’o can be worn on the head and was typically used as a gift on special occasions by Ali’i (Hawaiian Royalty). This event is open to both keiki and adults and runs from 2:30 to 3:30 pm.

Tuesdays

Coconut Husking at the Shops: From 2:30 to 3:30 pm weekly, the Shops of Wailea will be hosting demonstrations of the traditional and modern methods in husking a coconut. Learn how the Hawaiians would use every part of the coconut from food to crafting eating utensils, jewelry as well as furniture.

Polynesian Show at the Shops: This weekly show will highlight Hawaiian hula as well as other dances of Polynesia. The performance will take place at the Shops of Wailea from 5:30 to 6:30 pm.

Wednesdays 

Lei Po’o Making: The Shops of Wailea invites guests to learn how to weave ti leaf leis using ferns and flowers. Lei Po’o can be worn on the head and was typically used as a gift on special occasions by Ali’i (Hawaiian Royalty). This event is open to both keiki and adults and runs from 2:30 to 3:30 pm.

Slack Key Guitar Show: The Masters of Hawaiian Music Slack Key Show is open for live shows once again. The Slack Key Show ohana will perform each week at 6:30 pm at the Napili Kai Beach Resort. Tickets are required for entry, this show is also streamed online.

Thursdays

Polynesian Show at the Shops: This weekly show will highlight Hawaiian hula as well as other dances of Polynesia. The performance will take place at the Shops of Wailea from 5:30 to 6:30 pm.

Coconut Husking at the Shops: From 2:30 to 3:30 pm, the Shops of Wailea will be hosting a demonstration of the traditional and modern methods in husking a coconut. Learn how the Hawaiians would use every part of the coconut from food to crafting eating utensils, jewelry as well as furniture.

Coconut Frond Weaving at the Shops: The Shops of Wailea invites guests to try their hand at the highly developed Hawaiian skill of weaving. Coconut frond weaving was used to make baskets, mats, and even toys. This event runs weekly from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm.

Fridays

Papa Hula at the Shops: Hosted at the Shops of Wailea, Papa Hula is a celebration of the Hawaiian way of life. Enjoy a complimentary dance lesson, complete with costumes and accessories, and the dance movements and their meanings. This interactive performance runs from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm.

Saturdays

Upcountry Farmers Market: Shop some of the best local souvenirs on the island, indulge in delicious food and support local farmers at one of Maui’s biggest weekly events. Don’t forget to set your morning alarm, as this market favors the early shopper. The Upcountry Farmers Market runs from 7:00 to 11:00 am every Saturday at the Kulamalu Town Center in Pukalani.

Sundays

Maui Gift and Craft Fair: Stop by the Lahaina Gateway Center and browse West Maui’s largest gift and craft fair. This weekly event hosts over 50 vendors, showcasing jewelry, photography, art, crafts, keiki activities, and more. Maui Gift and Craft Fair runs from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm every Sunday.

Maui Sunday Market: Featuring some of Maui’s most renowned food trucks, local vendors, and quality entertainment, the Maui Sunday Market is one of the island’s most popular weekly events. Centrally located at the Kahului Shopping Center, the Maui Sunday Market draws locals and visitors from all corners of the island. The event runs every Sunday from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Are you having an event or know of an event worth adding to this list?  Let us know!

For more information or to see the best weekly, monthly, and yearly celebrations, check out our calendar of Upcoming Maui Events.

Mahalo for reading our list of the top local Maui events of November 2023! We are thrilled to welcome the holiday season, and can’t wait for all of our visitors and residents to celebrate in style. Aloha!