If you’re visiting Maui this July and love great food and wine, you’re in luck! The 44th Annual Kapalua Wine & Food Festival is back from July 10–13, 2025, at the beautiful Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua. This long-running festival is one of Maui’s most anticipated culinary events—and it’s the perfect excuse for a scenic drive from Kihei!
The weekend includes wine tasting seminars, celebrity chef cooking demos (Maneet Chauhan and Rick Moonen!), and a Champagne & Caviar Brunch that sounds too good to miss. The Grand Tasting Gala on Saturday night brings together top-notch wines, local flavors, and live entertainment—all under the stars in Kapalua.
Staying in Kihei? Kihei Rent A Car makes it easy to get there and back—on your own schedule and in comfort. It’s about a one-hour drive along some of Maui’s most beautiful coastline, and a great way to explore the island beyond South Maui.
ALWAYS HAVE A DESIGNATED DRIVER!!!
So grab your car, pack your appetite, and get ready for a delicious Maui adventure!
