Every year on May 1st, Hawaiʻi celebrates Lei Day, a celebration of the islands’ rich cultural heritage that is marked by the giving and wearing of floral leis, which stand for aloha, friendship, and love. A lively celebration of Hawaiian ancestry on all islands, it is marked by hula, music, and lei-making celebrations. Happy Lei Day!
Here are some events happening this weekend on Maui:
The Maui Brewing Company in Kihei, Maui is hosting a POG Fest from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at 605 Lipoa Parkway, Kihei, HI 96753.
The fourth annual POG Fest hosted by Maui Brewing Company is back and better than before! This vibrant celebration honors all things POG, including guava, orange, and passionfruit, with inventive drink concoctions, tropical fare, and a joyous ambiance that captures the islands’ joyful essence. It’s the ideal way to spend your Saturday with friends, enjoying some amazing island atmosphere and drinks.
At Hyatt Regency in Lahaina, Maui, 🎶 ʻAha Mele at 200 Nohea Kai Drive, Lahaina, starting at 5:30 PM
Join the Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa for a special ʻAha Mele (music gathering) to commemorate 45 years of hospitality, community, and aloha. Take enjoy a small-scale acoustic performance by local artist Akoni and Maui’s favorite Anuhea, accompanied by the sound of the ocean and island beat. Ono grinds (wonderful cuisine), local craft booths, and refreshing drinks are also available for purchase at the event. We cordially invite all guests, residents, and Hyatt ʻohana members to join us in celebrating this incredible milestone.
Molokai Community Health Center, 30 Oki Place, Kaunakakai, HI 🕛 🌺 Arts, Crafts & Farmers Market 🎺 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Don’t miss Kaunakakai’s weekly Arts, Crafts, and Farmers Market over on Molokaʻi. More than 40 local vendors will be selling fresh produce, island delights, handcrafted crafts, and more at this community-focused event. Families and anybody wishing to support small shops and take in Molokaʻi’s genuine charm would love this midday excursion.
To encourage wellness and support local businesses, the 55th Annual Maui Marathon will return to West Maui on April 27. Additionally, the Westin Maui Resort & Spa will host a two-day Health & Fitness Expo on April 25–26. For information, visit mauimarathon.com or send an email to expo@mauimarathon.com. Booths cost $200, while NGOs and small businesses in Maui affected by the 2023 fires can get complimentary spots.
The Merrie Monarch Festival a vibrant celebration of Hawaiian culture, where the spirit of aloha, the rhythm of hula, and the strength of tradition come alive. There are many events happening now through April 26th. To find the schedule of events and their location, visit the Festival website here for further information.
On Tuesday, April 22, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Four Seasons Resort Maui in Wailea and Maui United Way will collaborate to provide a free Earth Day Expo. The public event will include lectures from more than a dozen local organizations that are committed to preserving Maui’s environment, keiki activities, seed distributions, a raffle, and games with an eco-themed theme. The resort’s continuous sustainability efforts, which encourage community service and encourage responsible travel, include this engaging celebration.
View the entire article via the Maui News here.
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