No publicly organized fireworks show in West Maui for 2024
Independence Day on Maui will be a different this year without our beloved Lahaina town hosting the island’s traditional fireworks show. The nice folks with the LahainaTown Action Committee (LAC) typically organize this annual fireworks event. They sought the community’s input in the hopes of hosting a fireworks show in nearby Ka’anapali for 2024, but on June 5, 2024, LAC issued the following statement:
“Following further community feedback and careful deliberation, the LahainaTown Action Committee (LAC) has decided against organizing a fireworks display for the 2024 July 4th celebration in West Maui. This decision reflects both limited financial support, as indicated by our recent survey, and the sensitive timing near the anniversary of last year’s wildfire.”
On a related note, on July 5th, LAC has organized a Kokua for Maui event at the Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This event is designed to support small businesses and artisans who were impacted by the August 2023 wildfires.
Wailea Fireworks for July 4th
Grand Wailea is planning a festive Fourth of July event for their guests that finishes off with a beachfront fireworks display. See this link for more information.
Tour boats for July 4th fireworks
A fun and unique way to see the Wailea fireworks show is on a special July 4th fireworks boat cruise. These fireworks boat tours sell out every year. If you are considering one, you should book quickly. Here’s a list of the July 4th boat tours for 2024:
– Pacific Whale Foundation offers a few fireworks cruises leaving from Ma’alaea harbor. Here are the options July 4th Cocktail Cruise.
– Ali’i Nui July 4th Fireworks Sunset Sail with food and drinks leaves from Ma’alaea Harbor. See this link for more information.
– Quicksilver Maui offers a 4th of July Fireworks Cruise with Cocktails leaving from Ma’alaea Harbor. See this link for more information.
– Trilogy offers July 4th sunset and dinner sails leaving from Ma’alaea Harbor. Scroll to the bottom of this link to see their July 4th sail options.
– Pride of Maui Fireworks over the Pacific fourth of July cruise. See this link for more information. Sold Out
4th of July Summer Celebration at Whalers Village
Whalers Village in Ka’anapali Beach is holding a free, family-friendly event to celebrate Independence Day on Thursday, July 4, 2024 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Most events will be based in the ‘Ohana Courtyard located on the lower level near the children’s play area. This new event plans the following fun:
- Entertainment: Jazz Maui, Uncle Sam stilt walker, photo booth, hula lessons
- Lawn Games: Giant Connect 4, giant Jenga, corn hole, washer toss
- Carnival Games: Beanbag knock down, tiki ring toss, aloha basketball free throw, Mad Hatter pong teacups, Queen of Hearts crochet (carnival game players have an opportunity to qualify for prizes)
- Keiki Activities: Face painting, flash tattoos, glitter tattoos, photo booth, popcorn machine
- Hula Grill: Fronting Hula Grill, where the freshest ingredients from local fisherman and farmers are served daily, keiki can experience a special treat with a lively jumping castle on the beachfront lawn.
- Leilani’s on the Beach: In addition its award-winning Hawai‘i regional cuisine served daily, Leilani’s on the Beach will be serving grilled hot dogs and ice cold lemonade for purchase. All proceeds will benefit the Legacy of Aloha Foundation, which provides relief to Maui employees of T S Restaurants affected by the West Maui fires. Guests are invited to bring their beach blankets and chairs to the beachfront lawn to enjoy the music of the Leilani’s 5 from noon to 2:00 p.m.
“5th of July” Makawao Stampede Rodeo 2024
The small upcountry town of Makawao hosts their annual rodeo at Oskie Rice Event Center starting on July 5th and running through the 7th.
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Notes:
- Events are subject to change without notice.
- More events may be added, so check back for any additions.
- As fireworks are best viewed at night, for reference, sunset on July 4th in Lahaina will be at 7:12 p.m.
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