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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 2023?
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 3rd and 4th 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 this year’s Made in Maui County Festival.
November 3
Hawaiian Airlines Made in Maui County Festival: The Made in Maui County festival is the biggest product show in Maui County, attracting hundreds of vendors and nearly 10,000 shoppers. Held annually at the Maui Arts and Cultural Center, the two-day features a lineup of Maui County-based vendors selling anything from jewelry and fashion to Maui gifts and food. The festival runs November 3rd and 4th from 8 am to 4 pm.
November 9
Montage Kapalua Sunset Luau Reopens: Montage Kapalua’s Sunset Luau returns on November 9th with top notch entertainment, tasty drinks, and mouthwatering, chef-crafted Hawaiian fare. What’s more, this luau welcomes just a handful of guests, for a truly intimate and exceptional cultural experience.
Hula o na Keiki Hula Competition: Held at the Kaanapali Beach Hotel, the Hula O Na Keiki is a three-day cultural event and keiki hula competition. Children ages 5-17 will perform and compete for coveted hula titles. The festival is also designed to allow participants and the community to learn about Hawaiian values through cultural demonstrations, presentations, and workshops.
November 20
Maui Jim Invitational: Come watch eight NCAA Division I basketball teams battle it out at this annual college basketball tournament. This is one of the biggest professional sporting events on Maui, and attracts over 4,000 visitors to Maui’s shores each year. Now in its 40th year, Gonzaga, Kansas, Marquette, UCLA, Purdue, Syracuse, Tennessee, and Chaminade will meet at the Lahaina Civic Center from November 20-22.
November 30
Trey Kennedy: Grow Up: Trey Kennedy never expected to enter the entertainment industry. But thanks to social media – namely, apps like TikTok and Vine – Kennedy built a career around comedy. Kennedy has amassed 12+ million followers on his social media channels and just wrapped up a sold-out comedy tour across the United States. At last, he’s bringing his fun and relatable comedy to the Maui Arts and Cultural Center.
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.
John Cruz at the ProArts Playhouse: Join Hawaiian acoustic legend John Cruz at the ProArts Playhouse in Kihei every Wednesday night. The multi Na Hoku Hanohano award winning artist performs in a premier listening room where the audience sees, hears, and feels every note.
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.
Sunday Night Trivia at Down the Hatch: Put your knowledge of science, art, music, and history to the test at Down the Hatch’s weekly trivia night, featuring lots of amazing prizes! Sign-ups start at 8:00 pm.
Family Class at Island Art Party: That’s right, Island Art Party is back in action! Maui’s most fun, family-friendly art class is once again accepting bookings. Sundays are reserved for Family Class, where ages 8 and up are welcome. From mermaid to sunset scenes and more, select the masterpiece you want to create and bring home your own artwork!
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!
