Get ready to explore Maui with us this fall as we celebrate the 2025 Festivals of Aloha—a cultural tapestry woven across Maui, Lāna‘i, Moloka‘i, Hāna, Wailea, and Makawao, all under the inspiring theme “Hahai nō ka Ua i ka Ululā‘au – Rains Always Follow the Forests.” Selected by Kumu Hula Cody Pueo Pata, the theme honors 2025 as the Year of Our Community Forests, encouraging us to nurture and uplift our ‘ohana like a forest nurtures rain.
Here’s a snapshot of upcoming highlights:
Wailuku First Friday – Sept 5, 6–9 p.m., Market St.: Kick off with Maui-made goods, live tunes by Ei Nei, a GoFarm Hawaiʻi pop-up, and more.
Aloha Friday & Kū Mai Ka Hula – Sept 12–13, Kahului: Enjoy cultural exhibits, hands-on fun, music, hula, and Maui’s only adult hula competition.
Richard Ho‘opi‘i Falsetto Contest – Sept 20, Ritz-Carlton Maui: A soulful falsetto showcase beginning at 6:30 p.m.
Lāna‘i Hoʻolauleʻa – Sept 27: Arts, crafts, local food, and live entertainment at this vibrant community celebration.
Moloka‘i Hoʻolauleʻa – Oct 10: An evening of music, shopping, and island flavors, featuring Hawaiian Style Band and Sons of Yeshua.
Hāna Community Week – Oct 18–25: A full slate including parades, fishing, beach games, sports, talent shows, luncheons, contests, and nightly celebrations.
Wailea at Four Seasons – Oct 24–26: Free, public events that include the first wahine (female) falsetto contest, award-winning hula performances, and “Sounds of the Sea” musical sunsets.
Oskie Rice Memorial Rodeo – Oct 26, Makawao: A festive tribute to paniolo heritage with rodeo shows, the thrilling Bull Bash, and a VIP Race Car Challenge.
Rent with us for a seamless journey—just pick up your car and head to these unforgettable events. Whether you’re drawn to music, dance, parades, or community traditions, fuel your adventure with the aloha spirit. Me ke aloha—your Kihei Rent A Car ʻohana, driving you into magic and memories!
