What’s Happening on Maui for September 2024?
Summer is coming to an end on Maui — but the fun isn’t! September usually marks the start of Maui’s slow season. Kids go back to school and the island becomes quieter. It’s one of the best times to visit Maui on a budget or to avoid the crowds. We’ve got a ton of fun events happening this September, from awesome reggae contests to comedy shows and art exhibitions.
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.
Maui Events September 2024
September 6
Wailuku First Friday: Wailuku First Friday is BACK! This monthly street party features live music, vendors, food, and community spirit. Don’t miss it on Market Street from 6 pm to 9 pm.
September 7
Obon Dance and Festival – Hana Buddhist Temple: Experience this island celebration of the Obon Festival, brought to Hawaii by Japanese immigrants that have evolved into a social and cultural event. The Obon honors ancestors that have passed on with dances and festivals across the island that are held throughout the summer. 5 pm, Hana Buddhist Temple.
September 12
David Nihill: Self Help Tour: Irish comedian David Nihill is bringing his new act “Self Help” to the Pro Arts Playhouse. Nihill is the winner of the prestigious San Francisco Comedy Competition, and his videos have gone viral many times with over 400 million total views. Pro Arts Playhouse, 7:30 pm.
September 13
Malama Wao Akua: Malama Wao Akua (Caring for the Realm of the Gods) is an annual juried art exhibition in collaboration with Hui Noeau Visual Arts Center and East Maui Watershed Partnership. The exhibition celebrates native species of Maui Nui. Malama Wao Akua runs from September 13 to November 8. Go check it out!
Old School Fridays: Rewind the clock for a nostalgic night at da Playground in Maalaea and dance the night away to the top hits of the 90s and early 2000s. Indulge in throwback drink specials – and throwback prices! $3 drink specials all night. 9:00 pm. 21+.
September 15
9th Annual Sophie Swim: Joining the Sophie DeLoria Foundation for a 2KM open water swim race. First place and runners up in each category will be eligible for a prize donated by local businesses. All proceeds go towards the Sophie DeLoria Foundations who provide funding for local keiki groups focused on swimming, arts, and dance in the local community.
Slightly Stoopid with Steel Pulse and Makua Rothman: Reggae legends come together for an epic night at the Maui Nights and Cultural Center. Enjoy a night under the stars jamming to famous songs like 2am by Slightly Stoopid and Roller Skates by Steel Pulse.
September 21
St. John’s Kula Festival: The 39th annual St. John’s Kula Festival is the biggest day of the year in the small town of Keokea. This popular Maui-style festival features live entertainment, food vendors, a silent auction, bake sale, Maui Quilt Guild display, keiki zone and much more. Entry is just $2 and free for kids under 10. St. John’s Episcopal Church, 9 am to 4 pm.
Richard Ho‘opi‘i Leo Ki‘eki‘e Falsetto Contest: This annual Hawaiian falsetto contest provides a championship opportunity for amateur falsetto singers and provides a platform for the preservation and perpetuation of Hawaii’s unique falsetto traditions – held annually at the Ritz Carlton Kapalua Resort as part of the Festivals of Aloha.
September 27
Chicago: Head to the Maui Arts and Cultural Center to experience the legendary rock and roll band, Chicago, with special guest Henry Kapono. With chart-topping hits and fusion of pop, rock, and jazz, their performance promises an unforgettable night of timeless classics. MACC, 5:30 pm.
80s Night at Da Playground: Old School Fridays returns to da Playground, but this time they’re throwing it back to the 80s. Relive the glory days of disco and 80s hits. And don’t forget about those $3 drink specials. 9:30 pm, 21+.
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.
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 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.
Time will tell what happens this month!
For more information or to see the best weekly, monthly, and yearly celebrations, check out our calendar of Upcoming Maui Events.
Hello what is happening in October on Maui? Any awesome festivals? It seems like every time we come we miss everything all the cultural festivsls…dang.
.. so frustrating, can you help out?
We’ll be updating this post very soon! Bookmark and revisit it in a week: https://www.mauiinformationguide.com/blog/maui-events-october/
Hello!
Looking for calendar of events for September, May I be added to your email list of you have one ?
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I see last year’s post 2018 was updated to give us his year’s events in September 2019. Good idea since many of the events are the same
For so many events listed, you do not say WHERE they are held! Please always indicate where, so folks don’t have to “wonder” and miss events. Mahalo!
Every event has a link to the official event page which will have more information. If we put much more info, it’ll be a massive post.