Top 10 Things To Do on Maui This Week

Tues, May 12, 2026 – Tues, May 19, 2026

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Wednesday, May 13, 2026 – Kihei

Violinist, Willy Wainwright LIVE
Fabiani’s Pizzeria & Bakery

Fabiani’s Pizzeria & Bakery invites you to enjoy Italian favorites and more with live music from world-class violinist, Willy Wainwright, from 5-7pm on Wednesdays.

Willy is a violinist who began playing the violin as a child in Chicago, Illinois. He is an accomplished musician and charismatic performer who has mastered many styles throughout the years, including classical, country, bluegrass, jazz, and Irish. He has performed and toured with internationally known artists. Career highlights include performing at the White House, Grand Ol’ Opry, The Johnny Carson Show, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, and Farm Aid. Willy also plays in the group ‘Weatherly-Wainwright’ with his wife, Jennifer Weatherly, and the Maui-based Gypsy Jazz group, Gypsy Pacific. He has also released solo albums that feature many of his personal favorites.

Menus and more information can be found at Fabianis.com.

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 – Napili

Slack Key Show
Jeff Peterson, Shem Kahawaii, & Wainani Dances Hula
Napili Kai Beach Resort

Experience the unparalleled artistry of Hawaii’s premier slack key guitarist and multiple Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award winner, Jeff Peterson, on Wednesday, May 13th at Napili Kai Beach Resort! Jeff’s distinctive style seamlessly blends traditional slack key with elements of classical and jazz guitar, creating a unique and transcendent voice on the instrument. Rooted in his Maui paniolo heritage, Jeff’s playing is a testament to his deep knowledge of both standard and open tunings, allowing him to weave intricate melodies and harmonies that are both innovative and deeply rooted in Hawaiian tradition. He’ll take you on a musical journey, showcasing the nahenahe, or soothing sound, the expressive phrasing, and the captivating repertoire that make his slack-key guitar playing truly special.

The evening will be hosted by George Kahumokuʻs protege and rising star of slack key, Shem Kahawaiʻi. Adding to the magic, the lovely Wainani Kealoha will grace the stage with her beautiful hula dancing, visually interpreting the stories and music.

More information and tickets can be found here.

Thursday, May 14, 2026 – Wailea

Maui’s Magic Show
Mulligans On The Blue

Maui’s Magic show is this Thursday with Brenton Keith & His Bag O’ Tricks at Mulligans On The Blue. It’s the perfect family night out in South Maui! Ryliss Bod, had this to say on Google recently, “This is a hidden gem on a golf course! They offer local entertainment at a super low price. The food is good and the entertainment unbelievable.

Last night I went to the Magic Show and enjoyed myself so much I am returning next week. A year ago I went to listen to a female singer and was blown away. Mulligans only charges $10-30 but the shows would cost $75-$150 in the states. The venue is small and intimate making it all the better.”

Only $10 per person, with children 5 and under FREE! Dinner seating starts at 5pm, and the show begins at 6:30pm. Brenton is also known for his pre-show table-side magic.

More information and reservations can be found here.

Friday, May 15, 2026 – Makawao

Kaonoulu Ranch Night Market
Oskie Rice Event Center

The Kaonoulu Ranch Market is back with local finds and country vibes! Friday, May 15th, this complimentary community event brings the island’s leading crafters, jewelers, vendors, and foodies together for a grand night market at the Oskie Rice Event Center from 4-8pm.

More information can be found here.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 – Lahaina

Lahaina Restoration Foundation 2026 Benefit Lūʻau
Old Lahaina Lūʻau

You are invited to preserve Lahaina’s rich history, culture, and resilience by supporting the 2026 Lahaina Restoration Foundation Benefit Luau. Help ensure the Lahaina Restoration’s restoration and preservation work continues at this unforgettable evening.

Learn more here.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 – Kahului

2026 Maui Brewers Festival ~ 15th Anniversary
Maui Arts & Cultural Center

The MACC’s annual fundraising event—the Maui Brewers Festival—is one of Maui’s top festivals. The event features FREE tasty food from local restaurants and caterers, beer tastings from local and national craft breweries & distilleries, live music, and lots of fun! Musical acts this year are Tavana, DJ Hapa Boy, and Nuff Sedd!

More information and tickets can be found here.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 – Kihei

A Celebration of AAPI Heritage Month
Featuring DeShannon Higa: A Pono Project Event
ProArts Playhouse

Heritage in Motion is a 90-minute musical journey that explores identity as something living—shaped by roots, refined through experience, and expressed in sound. Featuring DeShannon Higa on trumpet, Jeff Hellmer on piano, Dave Graber on bass, and Howie Rentzer on drums. The show opens grounded in groove, drawing the audience in with familiar rhythmic language and warmth. From there, the music begins to stretch—blending jazz, soul, funk, and subtle cultural textures that reflect the layered experience of Asian American and Pacific Islander identity. Rather than presenting tradition as static, each piece reimagines it—transforming it through improvisation, arrangement, and collective voice.

More information and tickets can be found here.

Sunday, May 17, 2026 – Paia

Epoxy Resin Workshop
Yulia Maui Art

Go to a fun, creative BYOB art party at Yulia Maui Art! Spend your Sunday afternoon making a beautiful, functional piece of art while sipping your favorite drink and enjoying great company. Choose your epoxy resin project:
• Cheeseboard
• Lazy Susan
• Set of coasters
• Wall clock
No experience needed! You will be guided step by step, and all materials are included. Leave with a one-of-a-kind piece you’ll love or gift. More information and registration can be found at YuliaMauiArt.com.

Sunday, May 17, 2026 – Wailea

G.Love
Mulligans On The Blue

We are excited to bring G LOVE to the Mulligans Music Box for a very special show on Sunday, May 17th! G. Love lives at the intersections between blues and hip-hop, porch and pavement, tradition and instinct. Garrett Dutton, better known as G. Love, is an American musician best known as the front man for the band G. Love & Special Sauce. Dutton, born in Philadelphia, began playing guitar at age 8. He wrote his first song by the time he was in the 9th grade and began playing harmonica in a wire rack. Dutton credits Bob Dylan and John Hammond Jr., as well as then-contemporary “old school” hip-hop sounds of Run-DMC, the Beastie Boys, and Philadelphia’s own Schooly D as influences.

G. Love featured Jack Johnson on his 1999 LP Philadelphonic, playing an early version of Jack Johnson’s “Rodeo Clowns” when Jack was an unknown artist. Jack later featured the song on his 2003 LP On and On. Known nowadays for his excellent live shows, he is often seen touring with Jack Johnson, who signed G. Love to his record label, Brushfire Records. He has made appearances on the records of artists such as Slightly Stoopid and Donavon Frankenreiter.

More information and tickets can be found here.

Monday, May 18, 2026 – Makawao

Late-Night Karaoke
Casanova Makawao

Casanova Makawao invites you to late-night Karaoke and Pizza on Mondays from 9-11pm. Select from over 30,000 songs across all genres, PLUS from 9-10pm, share some pies with friends with 12″ pizza specials!

More information can be found here.

SPOTLIGHT

SUPPORT LAHAINA!

Mo’o and Koholā by Lori Abreu

Lori Abreu, born and raised on Maui, is passionate about serving the children and families of her island home. It was the outpouring of aloha and compassion she witnessed working alongside volunteers in our Maui community in the wake of the devastating wildfires that motivated her to realize her long-time dream of publishing her first children’s book, Mo`o and Koholā, which was introduced to our Maui community in January 2024. The proceeds from the sales of this story are donated to the ongoing rebuild of Lahaina. To date, Lori has made donations supporting the Lahaina community and its children through The Hawaii Community Foundation and Lahaina schools.

Her complete project is full of Lahaina and local flavor. Its pages highlight Lahaina Harbor, Front Street, Lahainaʻs Banyan Tree, and more. Mo`o and Koholā comes with three original songs and a website of resources for families and teachers. Lori is extremely thankful to her enthusiastic, talented team which helped bring her project to life. She feels blessed to have worked with Nicki Barsamian who beautifully illustrated her story and helped guide her through the self-publication process. The musicality of Kala`e Camarillo who performed her songs and made them so special was surely a treat for the music lover she is! Visit Loriʻs website at www.kumulori.com for more information on this project and a purchasing link.