Events in Maui today

On Maui, youth learn Ki Aikido in a setting that nurtures confidence, concentration, and enjoyment. Training blends mental discipline with physical technique so students develop on the mat and in everyday life. Instruction is organized by age, with one group for children 6 to 11 and another for teens 12 to 17. The dojo in Wailuku welcomes newcomers to watch keiki and teen practice to see what training looks like.

Need a break or a way to cool off? Kīhei Public Library hosts a family-friendly Saturday matinee with a movie on the big screen. The film title will be announced at the start of the month. Swing by, relax, and enjoy some new books along the way.

Enjoy an afternoon/evening of music with Steven Alan Burgess at Kula Lodge & Restaurant. Expect a great upcountry vibe along with music, amazing views, and great food throughout the 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM show window.

Join the Kapalua Wine & Chef Series for an evening with Chef Kristen Kish at PlumpJack Estate Winery. Guests will enjoy Kristen Kish’s signature soulful, innovative cooking style, and every guest will receive a signed copy of her memoir, Accidentally On Purpose. Guests must be 21 and older, and reservations are available via OpenTable or by phone.

BONNIE X CLYDE is bringing their dance-pop, house, and electronic sound to da Playground Maui. The show starts at 9:00 PM.

This Sunday jazz brunch features Phil and Angela Benoit performing a mix of original music, jazz standards, bossa nova, pop, and Hawaiian swing. Angela brings an easygoing vocal style complemented by Phil’s smooth, swinging guitar work. Their experience includes appearances in clubs, concert venues, and private house concerts across Hawaii and the West Coast.

Enjoy a live magic show featuring David Kuraya, a former headliner from Warren and Annabelle’s Magic Nightclub. It’s a one-hour performance packed with sleight-of-hand and expert magic, with no intermission. Portions of the proceeds are donated to local charities.

Catch Tim Ohara on guitar and vocals teamed up with Andrea Walls on violin, vocals, and marimba synth for a feel-good set of favorite tunes spanning multiple decades. Expect a mix of styles including blues, classical, easy listening, jazz, and more.

Enjoy an evening of music with Chris Magee on vocals and guitar, joined by Andrea Walls on violin and vocals. They will perform a mix of old-school classics and more, bringing together a lively blend of styles for the night.

Join Cheryl Hamilton for a creative class where you’ll make an assortment of cards and notecards using bright, playful papers. The class runs for a two-hour session, and there’s a $16 class fee. Please bring your own adhesive, though adhesive will also be available for purchase during the class.

Enjoy a live violin performance by Willy Wainwright at Fabiani’s. The show runs from early evening through 7:00 PM, so plan to arrive a little early and settle in for the music.

This weekly group run meets at Kalama Beach Park. Participants convene shortly before the start, and the run begins promptly. Additional details and a map are available online.

Ken Emerson showcases traditional Hawaiian slack key and lap steel guitar, switching seamlessly between the two by setting the instrument on his lap and playing with a light, fluid touch. Through stories and songs shaped over four decades, he blends Blues and Jazz influences with Hawaiian roots to trace connections across generations. The program is guest hosted by Hawaiian slack key master Kevin Brown, and Wainani Kealoha brings the music to life through hula. Presented as part of The Slack Key Show Masters of Hawaiian Music at an open air pavilion on Maui, this event highlights the artistry and heritage of Hawaiian guitar. Tickets may also be available at the door.

John Cruz returns to ProArts Maui with his Island Style Series, performing in an intimate listening room that puts the focus on clear sound and close connection. Known for songs that tell stories about everyday life and shared experiences, he is a multiple Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award winner with honors in 1997, 2008, and 2022. His music is streamed by more than a million listeners each year, and he contributed to the Grammy-winning album Slack Key Guitar, Vol. 2. He describes playing at ProArts Maui as a personal, living-room style experience that allows him to connect with each person in the crowd, and The New York Times has characterized his shows as a journey full of surprises. Kama'aina receive a $5 discount.

Enjoy a live performance by Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award winner John Cruz in ProArts Maui’s premier listening room. The show runs for about 90 minutes with no intermission, letting you get up close to his storytelling through song. Tickets are priced from $31.80 to $47.70, with seating options that vary by proximity and view.

Artisan Market Day at South Maui Gardens highlights local artists, makers, and small businesses. Browse handcrafted goods and meet the people who create them. Maui Mana Skincare will be on site with Maui-made skincare, offering free samples along with chances to talk story and ask questions. It is a convenient stop for discovering local products and the people behind them.

Since 2022, vocalist Sheryl Renee’s salute series has energized the 113-seat listening room at ProArts on Maui with world-class performances and lively audience interaction, welcoming guest artists from across Maui’s vibrant scene. Now in its 19th staged edition, DUETS spotlights beloved songs through collaborative pairings. Sheryl Renee, an award-winning performer recognized by BroadwayWorld Hawaii, returns with a new chapter that intertwines music and history, invites the crowd to participate, and keeps the focus on fun. This installment features first-time appearances by Teresa Skinner, Maury King, Sweet Mama Dee, Theresa Supera, Matt Fennelly, Malia Kulp, and Aida Rose. Each show runs about 90 minutes and unfolds in the style of a classic TV variety program. The series serves as a heartfelt tribute to the creators and timeless tunes that resonate with Baby Boomers, Gen Xers, and Millennials, and fourteen of the most recent eighteen ProArts presentations have sold out. Produced by Sheryl Renee Productions, ProArts Playhouse, and Jazz Maui, with support from Wave of Harmony Foundation, At Witts End-Boutique Gift Shop in the Kahana Gateway Shopping Center in Lahaina, Deb Horner Sax.com, and Making_A_Way_on_Maui -Frugal Living in Paradise.