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2025 Events and Festivities
As winter transitions toward spring, there will be lots to celebrate on the island of Maui. Live music, dance, fresh local food, and even a unique fundraiser, 5K - all are available for those visiting in March.
Here are our picks for the best events and festivals in Maui in March 2025.
Polynesian Show at the Shops at Wailea
This biweekly event offers an exciting glimpse into Polynesian culture. Admission is free, and the show takes place every Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM.
The Polynesian Show features mesmerizing hula performances and other traditional Polynesian dances, and all brought to life with vibrant live music.
The Shops at Wailea are more than just a shopping destination—they’re a hub for unique cultural experiences. From coconut husking demonstrations to ukulele lessons, there’s always something happening. Check their event calendar (linked below) for the latest details and updates!
March is one of the final months to catch peak whale watching on Maui. The warm, shallow waters between Maui and Lanaʻi continue to host hundreds of humpback whales. Shore-based viewing remains excellent from spots like McGregor Point, and boat tours offer unforgettable close encounters before the whales begin their migration back to Alaska.
When: Through March 2026
Where: Auʻau Channel, West Maui, South Maui
More Info: Pacific Whale Foundation
Maui Open Studios continues from February into early March, with additional weekends of self-guided artist studio tours. Visit artists in their creative spaces across the island and discover original works of art, from paintings and sculptures to handcrafted jewelry.
When: Through March 1, 2026
Where: Various Studios on Maui
More Info: Maui Open Studios
March 2026 on Maui offers the tail end of whale season, the continuation of the art scene with Open Studios, and beloved cultural celebrations like the East Maui Taro Festival. It’s a beautiful time to visit the Valley Isle as the island transitions into spring.
Music, exercise, education, culture, and more - all of it can be found this coming March on the island of Maui. We hope you found this introductory guide to be helpful. Mahalo, and best wishes for your upcoming visit!
Dry conditions on Oʻahu today, with breezy wind in exposed areas. Drier weather continues through Wednesday as moisture clears out.
A medium-sized northwest swell will bring elevated surf to north and west-facing shores tonight through Sunday morning—conditions may briefly reach advisory levels. East-facing shores stay rough through the weekend. Winds remain breezy through Sunday, easing slightly Monday and Tuesday before picking up again Wednesday. A Small Craft Advisory is active through Monday morning for most coastal waters due to wind and sea state. Scattered showers arrive Thursday into Friday.
South and west shore beaches work well through Sunday for calmer conditions. North shore is worth watching tonight and Sunday morning if you're drawn to bigger waves.
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Skies are drying out across Maui today through Wednesday as moisture clears. Winds will be noticeably breezy, especially in exposed and terrain-favored spots.
North and west-facing shores will see elevated surf tonight into Sunday morning as a medium-sized northwest swell moves in—conditions may briefly reach advisory levels. East-facing shores stay rough through the weekend. A Small Craft Advisory is in effect through Monday morning for coastal waters due to wind and sea conditions. Winds ease slightly late Monday and Tuesday, then strengthen again Wednesday. The next chance of scattered showers arrives Thursday through Friday.
If you're heading to the beach, south and west shores are your best bet through Sunday. North shore is worth watching tonight and Sunday morning if you're into bigger waves.
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Mostly clear and dry today on the Big Island, with noticeably breezy winds in exposed areas and terrain-favored spots. That breeze continues through Sunday.
North and west-facing shores will see elevated surf tonight into Sunday morning as a medium-sized northwest swell arrives—conditions may briefly reach advisory levels. East-facing shores stay rough through the weekend. South shores stay small. A Small Craft Advisory covers most coastal waters through Monday morning due to wind and sea conditions. Winds ease slightly late Monday and Tuesday, then pick up again Wednesday. Scattered showers arrive statewide Thursday to Friday.
Head to the south and west shores for beach and snorkeling through Sunday. If bigger waves interest you, the north shore has surf to watch tonight into Sunday morning.
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Drier air is moving in through Wednesday. Winds will be noticeably breezy, especially in exposed areas.
Tonight into Sunday morning, a medium-sized northwest swell will push elevated surf onto the north and west shores—conditions may briefly reach advisory levels. East-facing shores stay rough through the weekend. A Small Craft Advisory is in effect through Monday morning for coastal waters due to wind and sea state. Winds ease slightly late Monday and Tuesday, then pick up again Wednesday. Scattered showers arrive Thursday or Friday.
Hit the south and west shores for swimming and snorkeling through Sunday. If you want to watch big waves, the north shore is worth a look tonight into Sunday morning.
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