Looking for something to do this month? September 2026 brings a great mix of live music, Hawaiian cultural events, food experiences, and community festivals across Maui. Here are a few that caught our attention.
August 31–September 6: Maui Jazz & Blues Festival
The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua
A week of jazz and blues featuring acclaimed musicians, dinner shows, and nightly performances, culminating in the signature outdoor concert on September 5 and Sunday Jazz Brunch on September 6. Learn More
September 4: Sunset Tunes at Kalama
Kalama Park, Kihei
Enjoy a free evening of live music by Maui musician Ron Kualaʻau at the Kalama Park Bandstand. Bring a blanket or low-back chair, snacks, and settle in for sunset and live music from 6:30–8 p.m. Learn More
September 4: Wailuku First Friday, Festivals of Aloha Kickoff
Market Street, Wailuku
Wailuku First Friday kicks off Maui’s 2026 Festivals of Aloha celebrations with live entertainment, local food, vendors, and community festivities. Learn More
September 5: Lā ʻUlu Breadfruit Festival
Maui Nui Botanical Gardens, Kahului
Free, family-friendly celebration of ʻulu with Hawaiian music and hula, cultural activities, cooking demonstrations, local food, and ʻulu products and trees for sale. 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Learn More
September 11–12: Lights for Lahaina
Lahaina
Two free evenings centered on remembrance, resilience, and community, featuring entertainment, cultural activities, storytelling, and a community Light March through historic Lahaina. Learn More
September 12: Kū Mai Ka Hula
Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Kahului
Maui’s annual competitive hula event brings accomplished hālau together to celebrate Hawaiian music, culture, and hula. Learn More
September 12: Kapalua Wine & Chef Series featuring Sheldon Simeon
The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua
Maui chef Sheldon Simeon headlines a special one-night culinary experience inspired by Hawaiʻi’s multicultural food traditions and paired with Duckhorn wines. Learn More
September 12: Nashville Nights featuring Jerrod Niemann
Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa, Kāʻanapali
Country singer-songwriter Jerrod Niemann headlines an intimate, open-air performance overlooking Kāʻanapali Beach. 7–9:30 p.m. Learn More
September 18–19: 34th Annual Celebration of the Arts
The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua
One of Maui’s signature Hawaiian cultural events brings together cultural practitioners, artisans, educators, musicians, and entertainers for two days celebrating Hawaiian culture. Learn More
We hope this guide helps you make the most of September on Maui. If there’s an event you think we should include in next month’s roundup, we’d love to hear from you!
Mahalo!
