Calendar of Events
July 03 - July 05
Makawao Rodeo & Parade
Oskie Rice Arena
Qualifying runs the first two days, narrowing the field for the weekend’s rodeo competition. Watch a bull bash Friday night at 7 p.m. Then get up early Saturday morning for the parade at 9 a.m. Free shuttle from the arena. 572-9565.
July 04 - July 04
4th of July Fireworks
Kaboom! Fireworks light up the sky over the ocean for a good, old-fashioned Independence Day in historic Lahaina Town. Bands perform on the library lawn beginning at 5 p.m. Light show starts at 8. Call Lahaina Town Action Committee at 667-9175 for more information.
July 04 - July 04
Poli Poli Ten-Mile Trail Romp
Meet at Rice Park in Kula at 8:30 a.m. to carpool up to Poli Poli State Park for this free group run from Dirt Road to Skyline Trail to Mamane Trail and back. 878-2949
July 04 - July 04
Lana‘i Pineapple Festival
Celebrating its 17th year, this event lauds the island’s rich pineapple-plantation and ranch history with local foods, craft and game booths, and entertainment. 565-7580 Dole Park, Lanai.
July 11 - July 11
House of the Sun Solar Tour
The nonprofit Hawaii PV Coalition will hold Maui’s Fourth Annual “House of the Sun Solar Tour,” inviting Maui residents to tour homes and businesses that save money—and oil—by using solar energy. This event is FREE and open to the public.
During the tour residents will learn how their neighbors are trimming their electric bills, increasing their energy independence and taking steps to address global warming. Tour hours are from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., and 1 p.m. – 4 p.m., and will feature properties in North, West, South and Central Maui. Participants register to attend the tour at www.hawaiipvcoalition.org or by calling 808-579-8288.