Top 10 Free Things to Do on Maui

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Top 10 Free Things to Do on Maui

When you think of things to do on Maui, snorkeling at Molokini, watching fire dancers at a

luau, hopping aboard a sunset dinner cruise, taking surf lessons and shopping on Front

Street are just a few things that come to mind. You might notice, however, that none of

those things are free. nd although Maui certainly doesn!t top any charts as the most

budget"friendly tropical destination, that doesn!t mean it can!t be done. With year round

temperatures averaging between #$ and %$ degrees and an abundance of outdoor

activities, events and destinations to e&plore, at the very least remember that it!s always

free to go outside. 'ere are our picks for the (op )* Free (hings to +o on Maui.

10 Free Things to Do on Maui

Attend an Island Celebration

f there!s one thing slanders believe in, it!s celebrating- o matter what time of year you

visit Maui, chances are you!ll catch some kind of event, celebration, festival or party,

almost all of which are completely free to attend. 'ere!s a breakdown, month"by"month, of

what!s going on /and where0 in Maui. 1*)2 *3 *# **)# (op )* Free (hings to +o on Maui

4anuary5 6hinese ew Year 6elebration /7ahaina0


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February5 6hinese ew Year 6elebration /7ahaina0, World Whale +ay /8ihei0, Maui 9pen

Studios rt :vents /all areas0, Maui ;lein ir ;ainting nvitational /7ahaina, 8apalua0

March5 Whale < 9cean rts Festival /7ahaina0

pril5 =anyan (ree =irthday ;arty /7ahaina0, Maui 6ounty gricultural Festival /Wailuku0,

'aiku 'o!olaule!a < Flower Festival /'aiku0, Maui Steel >uitar Festival /8aanapali0

May5 :ast Maui (aro Festival /'ana0, Maui 9nion Festival /7ahaina0, Maui =rewers Festival/8ahului0, Maui 6lassical Music Festival /Makawao, 'ana, Makena0, Maui Matsuri /8ahului0,

Wa!a 8iakahi Sailing ?ace /8aanapali0

4une5 8ing 8amehameha +ay ;arade < 6elebration /7ahaina0, 8apalua Wine and Food

Festival /8apalua0, Maui Film Festival /Wailea0, Slack 8ey >uitar Festival /8ahului0,

@pcountry g < Farm Fair /Makawao0

4uly5 2th of 4uly Fireworks < Fair /7ahaina0

ugust5'eiva Maui (ahitian 6ompetition /Wailuku0, 8aanapali Fresh /8aanapali0

September5(aste of 7ahaina /7ahaina0, 8u Mai 8a 'ula 6ompetition /8ahului0

9ctober5Maui Fair /Wailuku0, 7ahaina ;lantation +ays /7ahaina0, loha Festivals /Wailuku,

8ahului, 8apalua, 7ahaina, 'ana0, 'alloween 6elebration /7ahaina0, Maui A@kulele Festival

/8ahului0, Fall 'arvest Festival /Makawao0

ovember5'ula 9 a 8eiki /6hildren!s Solo 'ula 6ompetition, 8aanapali0, 7ighting of the

=anyan (ree /7ahaina0

+ecember5Wailea Wine < Food Festival /Wailea0, First 7ight cademy Film Screenings

/8ahului0, a Mele 9 Maui Song and rt 6ompetition /8ahului0, ew Year!s :ve Fireworks

/Wailea0

Monthly5Friday (own ;arties /)st Friday B WailukuC 1nd Friday B 7ahainaC 3rd Friday B

MakawaoC 2th Friday B 8ihei0, 6irDue du Sunday /:very 1nd Sunday of the month B

7ahaina0, 'ula Show /(uesdays < (hursdays B 7ahaina 6annery Mall0, Starry ight 6inema

/9nce a month B Maui rts < 6ultural 6enter0


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See the Sights

9ne of the best things about flying thousands of miles to a gorgeous island is the chance

to e&plore it. >et outside and see the natural /and free0 sights Maui has to offer.

orth Maui5(ake a scenic drive past 8apalua for picturesDue, winding roads and stunning

views of the rugged orth shore of Maui. Stop at akalele =lowhole and take the hike

down for an awesome display of mother nature. Warning5 Stay on the dry ground and

don!t get too close to the blowhole-

:ast Maui5(here!s a lot to love about the ?oad to 'ana. f you enjoy frolicking in

waterfalls, hiking through secret bamboo forests, standing in lava tubes, watching waves

crash into scenic cliffs, and e&ploring black, red and gold sand beaches interspersed in

dense tropical rainforest along on a winding highway of fun, you!re in the right place.

=esides the cost of gas, snacks and a highly"advised bottle of bug spray, you can enjoy a

full day of e&ploration the best way possibleE for free.

@pcountry Maui5f you!re looking for a break from the heat, head upcountry to Makawao or

8ula and spend the day e&ploring art galleries and gardens. While e&periencing the

sunrise or sunset atop the )*,*** ft. 'aleakala volcano isn!t free, we think it!s well worth

the )* per car admission, which includes free entrance back into the park, including the

Seven Sacred ;ools in 'ana, for up to 3 days.

South Maui5+rive South past Makena to 7a ;erouse =ay, the site of the most recent lava

flow on Maui. You!ll enjoy sweeping views of rugged lava fields and may even see the

famous 'awaiian spinner dolphins resting in the bay. (ake a walk, go for a snorkel or

simply enjoy the view.


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Relax under the Banyan Tree

9n pril 12th, )%#3, Sheriff William 9wen Smith planted an ndian banyan tree to honor the

$*th anniversary of the first ;rotestant mission in 7ahaina. )2) years later, that same tree

now shades two thirds of an acre and reaches over si&ty feet tall. >rab a book and head

down to 7ahaina!s famous banyan tree for a rela&ing time in the shade. :ven thoughclimbing on the tree isn!t allowed, this is one of the best spots on Maui to people"watch to

your heart!s desire. You can catch rt in the ;ark, a local arts and crafts fair with live

music, every second and fourth weekend of the month.

Whale Wath

From +ecember to May, an estimated )1,*** humpback whales swim over 3,*** miles from

the gulf of laska to 'awaii to breed, calve and nurse their young in the shallow, warm

waters around 'awaii. 9ne of the best places in the world to see these majestic creatures

is the uau 6hannel, the shallow area between West Maui, 7ana!i and Molokai. While there

are many ways to see the whales on your trip to

Maui, including a boat, kayak, stand up paddle"board, outrigger canoe and even a

helicopter, they can certainly be seen from shore for an eDually magical, totally free

e&perience. For the best whale watching spots, head to 8aanapali =each in West Maui, the

cliffs surrounding the ?itG 6arlton in 8apalua, or any of the beaches in 8ihei, Wailea and

Makena if you!re staying on the South side. 9ne of


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the easiest ways to spot whales is the rising mist from their blowholes, and you!ll likely

see a full breach if you!re patient enough.

f you!re not opposed to spending a little money, we highly recommend taking awhale

watching boat trip-(his is an ine&pensive alternative to watching from shore and a greatway to see the whales up close and personal. Much like mai tais and irish coffee,

remember that driving and whale watching don!t mi& well. ;ull over and enjoy-

Wath the Sur!ers

'awaiian surfers are world renowned for their skills in big wave surfing. While Maui

doesn!t get as much attention as 9ahu, there are still some incredible breaks that bring in

surfers from around the globe. lthough you may not be ready to face the hardcore waves

/and wind0 yourself, it!s definitely worth making a trip to watch the pros tackle the action.

8eep an eye on local surf forecaststo find the best spots to watch while you!re here, and if

you do plan on trying to paddle out to catch some waves, make sure to follow proper surf

etiDuette. (he best places to watch are usually ;e!ahi /4aws0, 7ahaina 'arbor, 'o!okipa

=each ;ark, 9lowalu, and 'onolua =ay.

Cath So"e #i$e Musi

What!s a 'awaiian vacation without some island tunesH While you!re most likely to find

live music at restaurants and bars, there are plenty of free options for low"key, fun

evenings outdoors.

South Maui5:very Wednesday, the Shops at Wailea host a free live music event from I53*

to %pm. :njoy shopping, restaurant specials and gallery receptions with artists. :very 2th
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Friday in 8ihei, a free town party is hosted for a great night spent under the stars enjoying

live music, local crafts and an abundance of food trucks.

West Maui5:very last (hursday of the month, the 7ahaina ?estoration Foundation hosts a

free show on the =aldwin 'ome Museum 7awn from I5** B #53*pm to showcase the best

of 'awaii!s up"and"coming musicians and singers. Want to learn to play the Aukelele

yourselfH Free lessons are given every (uesday at the 7ahaina 6annery Mall. 6heck out

1nd Fridays in 7ahaina for free live music on 6ampbell ;ark lawn.

Ta%e a &i%e

With an abundance of truly spectacular trails, hiking is definitely an activity you should

consider on your trip to Maui. You!ll have a chance to e&plore the beauty of Maui first hand

and enjoy some of the best hidden spots on the island, including bamboo forests,

freshwater streams, lava rock, sea arches and waterfalls-

Some of our favorite hikes include5

;ipiwai (rail5f you plan on visiting the famous Seven Sacred ;ools on the back side of

'aleakala ational ;ark, don!t miss this stunning 2 mile hike /round trip0. t!s worth it-

+iscover giant banyan trees, a dense bamboo forest and end your hike at the stunning

Waimoku Falls, a 2** foot cascading waterfall. =ring your receipt from the summit of

'aleakala for free entrance for up to 3 days.

8ings 'ighway5=eginning at 7a ;erouse =ay in South Maui, this hike is actually an

ancient pathway that was developed by 8ing ;iilani in the )Ith century to circumnavigate

and connect both sides of the island. =ring sturdy hiking shoes and lots of water, as this

hike will take you directly over jagged lava rock. (he ocean views from here are amaGing-

ao Jalley5lthough entrance to this park is $ for non"residents, it!s a small price to payfor an e&perience you definitely don!t want to miss. 7ocated only a short drive from

Wailuku, ao Jalley offers stunning views of rolling clouds, towering green cliffs and ocean

views from the West Maui Mountains. Make sure to pack rain gear, bug spray and a

bathing suit for a nice dip in the freshwater stream.

(win Falls5 Maui favorite for locals and visitors alike, (win Fallsis a great place to enjoy

the beautiful scenery of 'o!olawa Jalley and Wailele Farm, located at mile marker 1 along

the ?oad to 'ana. 6hoose from two hikes, the shorter and easier (win Falls or the slightly

longer hike to 6aveman Falls.
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Wai!anapanapa State ;ark59ne of the most popular destinations in :ast Maui,

Wai!anapanapa is home to an array of gorgeous scenery, including a black sand beach,

ancient temples, lava tubes, freshwater caves, a blowhole, sea arches and 8ihaapi!ilani

(rail, a lengthy stepping stone trail that leads directly to 'ana (own. :ntrance is free and

stopping here is a must on the ?oad to 'ana.

'isit the Beahes

Maui has a total of %) accessible beaches, so if you can!t find at least one that suits your

fancy, chances are it doesn!t e&ist. From calm water and golden sand to one of the best

windsurfing beaches in the world, Maui has something for everyone.

Some of the most popular beaches on Maui include5

orth Maui58anaha =each ;ark, 8ite =each, =aldwin =each ;ark, 'o!okipa =each ;ark,

Waihe!e =each

:ast Maui5'onomanu =each, 'ana =each ;ark, 'amoa =each, 8aihalulu /aka ?ed Sand

=each0, 'onokalani =each /aka =lack Sand =each0, 8oki =each

South Maui5Makena =each /aka =ig =each0, 7ittle =each, 8ama!ole =each ;arks , , and

, 6harley Young =each, 6ove ;ark, 8alama =each ;ark, 8eawakapu =each, Maluaka

=each, ;olo =each, @lua =each, Mokapu =each, ;aako =each /aka Secret 6ove0, Wailea

=each

West Maui5+.(. Flemings =each ;ark, 8a!anapali =each, 8apalua =each, apili =ay,

7auniupoko =each, ;uamana =each, Wahikuli State ;ark


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Brush up on your &istory

+id you know 'awaii is the only state whose land area is increasing, grows coffee and

honors a monarchH 7earn about Maui!s rich culture, history and wildlife by taking a free

tour of 7ahaina (own, the historic Wailuku district, Wai!anapanapa State ;ark, 8ealia

6oastal =oardwalk, and Whalers Jillage.

Wath the Sunset

When you!re in 'awaii, sunset isn!t just a time of day, it!s an activity. ;ick a beach and

walk along the shore or pack a blanket and beverage for a truly rela&ing, spectacular Maui

pastime. f a 35**am wakeup call and sunrise viewing isn!t on your vacation agenda, drive

up to the summit of 'aleakala for an eDually beautiful sunset e&perience. lthough

entrance to the park is )*, how often do you get to watch the sky change colors from atop

a )*,*** ft. volcano in MauiH :&actly.

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