Happy Lei Day!

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!

Maui Marathon

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.

Merrie Monarch Festival Happening Now

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.

What To Do Today In Wailea

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.

Aurum Maui Coming Soon

Under the direction of Maui natives Chef Taylor Ponte and General Manager Natasha Ponte, Colorado’s Destination Hospitality Group’s first Hawaii project, Aurum Maui, is scheduled to debut at The Shops at Wailea in June. The restaurant, which is renowned for its “gold standard” in fine dining, will serve food based on sustainable goods, nearby farms, and Chef Ponte’s close connections to the neighborhood. This is the first time Aurum has expanded outside of Colorado’s ski communities, bringing its distinctive style and coziness to the islands. Aurum Maui strives to be a true representation of aloha with its emphasis on locally sourced goods, community involvement, and genuine hospitality.