King Kamehameha Day Celebration

June 11 is a state holiday honoring King Kamehameha I, the warrior chief who unified the Hawaiian Islands. Maui’s celebration includes a lei-draping ceremony, cultural performances, and community festivities in the Kahului–Wailuku area. Government offices and many businesses close for the day.

When: Thursday, June 11, 2026

Where: Kahului / Wailuku area

Ki Hoʻalu Slack Key Guitar Festival

One of Maui’s longest-running music traditions, the Ki Hoʻalu (Slack Key) Guitar Festival is a free concert featuring Hawaii’s top slack-key guitar masters and ukulele artists. The laid-back afternoon event at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center draws both locals and visitors who want to hear this uniquely Hawaiian guitar style performed live.

When: June 2026 (exact dates TBA)

Where: Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Kahului

Maui Film Festival

The Maui Film Festival transforms Wailea into an open-air cinema with its signature Celestial Cinema screenings under the stars. The multi-day event includes feature film premieres, short film showcases, celebrity panels, and filmmaker conversations. Check the official site for 2026 scheduling updates.

When: Mid-to-late June 2026 (dates TBA)

Where: Wailea, South Maui

More Info: Maui Film Festival

Kapalua Food & Wine Festival

A multi-day celebration of Hawaii Regional Cuisine set against the backdrop of Kapalua Resort on West Maui. The festival pairs wine tastings and craft cocktails with chef-driven dinners, cooking demonstrations, and panel discussions featuring top culinary talent from across the islands and the mainland.

When: Late June 2026 (dates TBA)

Where: Kapalua Resort, West Maui

More Info: Kapalua Food & Wine Festival

Obon (Bon Dance) Season Begins

Late June marks the start of Obon season on Maui, a Japanese Buddhist memorial tradition that runs through August. Temples across the island host Bon Dances on weekend evenings with taiko drumming, community dancing, and homemade food booths. Lahaina Jodo Mission has historically been one of the first Maui temples to hold its Bon Dance each year. Schedules vary by temple—check local listings as dates are announced.

When: Late June through August 2026

Where: Various Maui Buddhist temples

June 2026 on Maui spans everything from a state holiday celebrating Hawaiian royalty to outdoor film screenings, food and wine pairings, slack-key guitar, and the start of Bon Dance season. Several events have yet to confirm exact 2026 dates, so check back or visit the linked sites for updates as June approaches.