BIG SHOWS MAVIS STAPLES – Thu, Sep 25. For six decades, Mavis Staples has been the solid rock of American music with her rich raspy voice, from the Delta-inflected gospel sound she helped create in the 1950s (“Uncloudy Day”), to the engaged protest of the civil rights era (“Freedom Highway”) and then even on pop […]

BIG SHOWS THE GREEN – Thu, Sep 18 & & Fri, Sep 19. The Honolulu Roots Reggae group The Green is taking over the Maui Tropical Plantation stage this weekend! Gearing up to embark on a 17-city tour titled “The Collision” this Fall, the 2014 Na Hoku Hanohano Group of the Year award winners have […]

BIG SHOWS CELEBRATING MAUI & HULA THROUGH RARE MOVIES & IMAGES – Thu, Sep 11. Join the Hula Preservation Society for a celebration of hula, featuring rare or never-before seen footage from the Society Archives of Maui’s hula and musical greats and the legendary Kumu Hula ‘Iolani Luahine. Tickets are $10. 7:30pm. McCoy Studio, Maui […]

BIG SHOWS ON MAUI FREERADICALS PROJEKT – Thu, Sep 4. Making a stop off their “Sonic Particles for the Open Mind” tour, Freeradicals Projekt will appear at Diamonds Ice Bar and Grill this Thursday. Little Sister will be there, too. The only show on the South side, get ready to rock and roll! 9pm-1am. Diamonds […]

(MR.RANDALL ROSPOND OF THE HAIKU HILLBILLY’S) BIG SHOWS ON MAUI UNCLE WILLIE K’S FIRST COMEDY SHOW – Thu, Aug 28. Willie K presents “A Pair of Queens and A Pair of Jacks.” The ‘Morning Goddess” Alaka‘i Paleka (Queen of Hearts) will bless you with sheer delight while Francis Tau‘a (Jack of Diamonds) will dazzle your […]

Big Shows on Maui BOBBY LEE – Thu, Aug 21. He’s an actor and comedian best known as a cast member on MADtv (2001-2009) and for his roles in the films Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle, Pineapple Express and The Dictator. Lee also starred on the NBC show Animal Practice and can now […]

Big Shows CITIZEN COPE – Thu, Aug 14. Memphis-born recording artist and songwriter Clarence Greenwood–Citizen Cope–will serenade the audience at the MACC’s Yokouchi Pavilion this Thursday. Having collaborated in the past with Carlos Santana and Sheryl Crow, Citizen Cope has also founded his own record label, Rainwater Recordings. Enjoy an intimate acoustic performance that also […]

Big Shows CASANUEVO TANGO- Thu, Aug 7. Come Upcountry and enjoy traditional and alternative Tango music with DJ’s Sughi, Rose and Marco. 21+ and over. Music starts at 8pm. $7 donation. Casanova. (1188 Makawao Ave.); www.Casanovamaui.com LAHAINA SECOND FRIDAY – Fri, Aug 8. Head west for the Lahaina Town Party this Friday. It’s a great […]

Big Shows OLELO MANAWA- MAUI’S POETRY SLAM- Thu, Jul 31. This months theme is “Adversity.” Come Upcountry and join Maui’s poets, storytellers and spoken word artists. 21+ and over, show starts at 9:30pm. $10 cover. Casanova. (1188 Makawao Ave.); www.casanovamaui.com WAILUKU FIRST FRIDAY TOWN PARTY – Fri, Aug 1. Market Street will come alive for […]

BIG SHOWS KIHEI FOURTH FRIDAY TOWN PARTY – Fri, Jul 25. And now it’s time for Maui Friday Town Party to stop at the Azeka Shopping Center for Kihei Fourth Friday. The evening will feature a diverse list of food vendors, merchants and live entertainment while the keiki zone is complete with bubbles, balloons, games, […]

BIG SHOWS ON MAUI MAKAWAO THIRD FRIDAY – Fri, Jul 18. Known for its paniolo culture and small town charm, Makawao Third Friday returns for another evening of crafters, community and celebration. Locals and visitors alike are welcome to enjoy live entertainment, merchants and the unique flavors of this Upcountry town. Slow down and take […]

BIG SHOWS ON MAUI MAKAWAO RODEO AND PANIOLO PARADE – Thu-Sun, July 3-6. Saddle up for the 59th Annual Makawao Rodeo (July 3-6) and the 49th Annual Makawao Paniolo Parade (July 5). The Rodeo never ceases to entertain with four full days of qualifying rounds, bull-riding, team-roping, mugging, barrel racing and more. Friday’s Bull Bash […]