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Made In Maui Applications

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All Local Creators and Makers Are Invited!

The much awaited 12th Annual 2025 Hawaiian Airlines Made in Maui County Festival, the pinnacle of island creativity, craftsmanship, and community, the Maui Chamber of Commerce is currently taking vendor applications.

This two-day event, which is scheduled for November 7–8 at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center, is your opportunity to interact with wholesale buyers and merchants, exhibit your locally produced goods to thousands of people, and significantly expand your clientele.

Don’t pass this up! The deadline for applications is June 2 at 4:30 p.m.

Be a part of the biggest product exhibition in Maui County by applying now!
For more information, go to MadeInMauiCountyFestival.com.

Community Action Plan

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As it starts work on a new three-year Community Action Plan, Maui Economic Opportunity (MEO) is looking for community feedback to help identify the most urgent needs in Maui County.

In order to begin the process of creating the 2027–2030 plan, MEO has made a survey available here. The participation deadline is June 25.

You can reach MEO at (808) 249-2990 for additional information.

Happy Lei Day!

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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!

Events This Weekend

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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.

Maui Marathon

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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.