August

Emma Farden Sharpe Hula Festival honors “Aunty Emma” who desired to perpetuate hula and the Hawaiian culture. Workshops to learn hula and ukulele will be held along with ‘auana (modern) and kahiko (ancient) hula performances.

The Lāhainā Hongwanji Mission Obon Festival is a much anticipated event in West Maui, honoring deceased ancestors. It’s a Japanese custom that descendants celebrate in Hawaii with food, games and bon dancing