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Celebrating the 4th of July on Maui
Where to celebrate the 4th of July on the island of
Maui in Hawaii.
West Maui 4th of July Celebrations
Lahaina 4th of July Concert in the Park
The Maui Community Band will perform a pre-fireworks
concert on the oceanfront lawn of the Lahaina Public Library
on Saturday, July 4, 2009 from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The concert'
will feature a medley of songs recorded in the past
by Israel Kamakawiwoole.
Lahaina 4th of July Fireworks
The Rotary Club of Lahaina Sunrise is sponsoring
a fireworks display that will begin firing at
8:00 p.m. from a barge moored in Lahaina Harbor.
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Westin Maui 4th of July "Flower Works" Orchid Drop
The Westin Maui Resort and Spa on Kaanapali
Beach in West Maui is hosting a 4th of July
celebration on Saturday, July 4, 2009 that
will feature an 11:00 a.m. orchid drop,
during which 50,000 fresh orchids will be
dropped from a helicopter and showered down
onto the swimming pool deck of the hotel.
The celebration will also feature lei making
sessions, and prizes for those who find
five roses that were dropped along with the
orchids
Whaler's Village 4th of July Celebration
Whaler's Village at Kaanapali usually hosts
a celebration on the 4th of July featuring
free activities for kids in the shopping
center's center courtyard. For more information
call 808-661=4567.
West Maui Hospital 4th of July Gala
On July 4, 2009 there will be a gala fundraiser
dinner at David Paul's Island Grill at 900 Front Street
in Lahaina, West Maui. Live entertainment will be
provided by the Sam Ahia Trio and there will be
a special patriotic menu by Chef David Paul.
There will also be a martini bar, satellite bars,
passed hors d'oeuvres, and food stations.
Upcountry Maui 4th of July Events
Polipoli 15K Trail Romp
This 4th of July running event organized by the
Maui running club known as the Valley Isle Road Runners
is especially difficult because it has
one really tough uphill section and because
high elevation of the course means there is
less oxygen for participants then at sea level.
The parking area is at about 6400 feet and the
highest point on the trail is about 7200 feet.
Makawao Paniolo Parade
Every year, on 4th of July Weekend there is
a Hawaiian cowboy theme parade in the streets
of Makawao in upcountry Maui. The parade
is the opening event of the annual 4th of
July Makawao Rodeo.
Makawao Rodeo
The Makawao Rodeo and Independence Day celebration
takes place in upcountry Maui every year over the
4th of July weekend. The event is held at the Oskie
Rice Arena on Olinda Road in Makawao and it includes
bareback bronco riding, barrel racing, calf roping,
live music, country and western dancing, and food booths.
There is also a Paniolo Parade before the rodeo
that runs up Baldwin Avenue and Makawao Avenue to
the Eddie Tam Memorial Complex. The Makawao Rodeo
has been held for more then 50 years.
Makawao Paint-Out Invitational
Every year the Viewpoints Gallery in Makawao,
upcountry Maui sponsors an invitational
competition for plein air artists that
culminates in a 4th of July Gala and
Award Ceremony event. The competition
takes place during the month before the 4th of
July event, at several different locations,
including the Tedeschi Winery at Ulupalakua Ranch,
Oo Farms, and the Grand Wailea Resort and Spa.
Maui 4th of July Cruises
Pacific Whale Foundation 4th of July Cruises
The Pacific Whale Foundation offers 4th of July cocktail cruises
on double-decker catamarans every year, with departures
out of both Lahaina Harbor and Maalaea Harbor.
The cruise price usually includes
a 3 hour cruise, heavy appetizers, three
cocktails for each adult, and a great view
of the Lahaina Harbor fireworks show.
Pride of Maui 4th of July Cruise
Every 4th of July the 65-foot "Pride of Maui" cruise ship offers
a special "Fireworks Over the Pacific" dinner cruise out
of Maalaea Harbor in South Central Maui. The cruise
check-in time is usually about 6:00 p.m. and it usually returns
to the harbor about 9:45 p.m., but call 808-242-0955
or 877-867-7433 to confirm.
Spirit of Lahaina 4th of July Cruise
Every 4th of July the 65-foot "Spirit of Lahaina" cruise ship offers
a special Independence Day cocktails and heavy appetizers
cruise out of Lahaina Harbor in West Maui. The cruise
check-in time is usually about 6:00 p.m. and it usually returns
to the harbor about 8:30 p.m. Call 808-662-4477 or 866-623-0458
for more information.
See also:
4th of July Events on Other Islands
More July Maui Events
Maui Events By Month
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