The next Kōkua for Maui Shop Local and Show Aloha event, takes place on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024, at the Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa.
The LahainaTown Action Committee, in partnership with the Mayor’s Office of Economic Development, hosts a special holiday edition of the Kōkua for Maui Shop Local and Show Aloha event, taking place on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024, at the Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa. This event invites the community and visitors to come together in support of Lahaina’s resilient local businesses in time for holiday shopping.
“This holiday season, Kōkua for Maui offers a unique opportunity to support the small businesses that make West Maui special,” said Sne Patel, President of the LahainaTown Action Committee. “We invite everyone to join us in Kāʻanapali to find meaningful, locally made gifts while giving back to our community.”
Tambara Garrick, LAC Board Treasurer and one of the event organizers, added: “By choosing local, you’re helping our community rebuild and keeping the spirit of Lahaina alive through every purchase.”
The event will run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., and admission is free. Valet parking is available for $20, and self-parking validation is $1 per every 3 hours at the Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa. Attendees are encouraged to bring their family and friends to enjoy a day filled with aloha, connection, and the joy of supporting local makers and entrepreneurs.
Live music throughout the event will be provided by Kaleo Phillips & Larry Golis.
Participating vendors include:
Aloha Co Maui
At Witt’s End
Beyoutiful Soul Shop
Birdsong and Bloom
CocoNene
Goin’ Left
Gone For The Day
Hangloose Hammocks Hawaii
Kai Pua Glass
Kai Pua Jewelry
Kama Lei Design
Khloella’s Garden
Ku’ia Estate Chocolate
Lahaina Honey Co.
Lahaina Yacht Club
Little Sea Gypsy
Manakai Swimwear
Marine Institute
Mastrich Metals
Maui Caricatures
Maui Fine Crafts
Maui Nui Seabird Recovery Project
Maui Pineapple Store
Maui Tea Shack
Maui Toy Works
MauiGrown 808
Moonbow Tropics
Mystic of the Rainbow (Tarot Card Reader)
Nani Shells
Paradise Lahaina
Sargent’s Jewelry
Spotlight Photo Booth
Starfish Aloha
Story of Hawaii Museum Exhibit and Gallery
Unconquered Hawaii
West Maui Sports and Fishing Supply
Organizers encourage the public to join in supporting local businesses and artisans, and show aloha for the Lahaina community.
For more information about the event, including a full list of participating vendors and additional event details, visit visitlahaina.com. A December Kōkua for Maui – Shop Local Show Aloha event is being scheduled for last minute holiday shoppers from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday and Monday, Dec. 22 and 23.