Brackets Up For Maui Jim Maui Invitational!

Brackets were revealed yesterday for the November 19th through November 21st 35th annual Maui Jim Maui Invitational tournament. Games are played at the Lahaina Civic Center. Many coaches feel this tournament sets the tone for the season. All games are expected to be televised on various ESPN networks.

This years teams are considered possibly the hardest competition yet. They include Arizona, Auburn, Duke, Gonzaga, Illinois, Iowa State, San Diego State, and Xavier. Those teams that have participated in past Maui Jim Invitationals have gone on to win 67 of the 78 NCAA Division 1 Basketball Championships.

Tickets are expected to go on sale August 8th. For more information on the tournament including tickets and brackets, visit the Maui Invitational webpage here.

July 26th Hawaiian Music Series!

Kuaola is this month’s musical guest for Hawaiian Music Series. This Thursday, July 26th they will be performing from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm on the front lawn of the Baldwin Home Museum located at the corner of Dickenson and Front Streets.

The Kuaola trio have been playing together since 2016. Members are Kalani Librando-Souza, Nalu Robinson, and Shem (Kema) Kahawaii. They perform regularly at the Queen Ka’ahumanu center as well as at community events and festivals.

This event is sponsored by the Hawaii Tourism Authority and the County of Maui Office of Economic Development. Your attendance and support is greatly appreciated!

Friday’s Town Party

This Friday the 13th from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm Lahaina 2nd Friday will be taking place on Front Street. 5 blocks will be participating!

Campbell Park will have live music. Scheduled to perform from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm will be Maui Jim and from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm Micah Ganiron will take the stage. Surfside Pizza will be celebrating their Grand Opening with live music and of course pizza!

This is a free event with fun for the entire family! So many restaurants and stores are participating! View the entire list via the Maui Fridays website here.

Lahaina Loft 4th Of July Celebration

Lahaina Loft, 736 Front Street, is offering two ticket options for those looking to celebrate the 4th in Lahaina. Lahaina Loft will be hosting a party in celebration from 4:30 pm to 10:00 pm.

General Admission party tickets will run $25.00. This grants you access to the event which will be air-conditioned, live music and dancing, refreshments, and a photo booth. A VIP pass will cost $50.00 and gives you all of the above and lanai access during the fireworks show.

Ticket goers are welcome to leave and re-enter the event. Enjoy all the festivities that will be happening in Lahaina for the 4th! Children 2 and under are free with an adult. Happy 4th!

Wailea Retains Top Spot

Wailea is the top rated destination for visitors according to Expedia.com. This is the second year Wailea has held the top spot.

More than 4,600 destinations were reviewed. Kihei was ranked 23rd and Lahaina was ranked 24th. Reviewers voted on Expedia throughout 2017.

Congratulations on all the cities that were recognized!