I love coming to Wailuku First Friday! So many things to buy. So many food to try. Today we got…read morehot dogs from Kaeo kine grindz, she's absolutely sweet. She has the best service ever! We also got popcorn tako from Pupus on Da Go! Those guys are awesome too. Always kind service we receive. Follow both of them on Instagram to see where they'll be next!

We're not usually on my way for the first Friday but we're usually are always there for the last…read moretwo Fridays. Which are Maui and if there's a fifth Friday Lanai. This time we happen to be there for a first Friday also and decided to try this wailuku event it is nice. Smaller than Kihei but still nice. If you don't have anything else to do I would definitely say give him a shot. They have the typical stuff, food, crafts, souvenir s

Aloha let's talk about Hawaii's legendary Entertainer. Uncle…read moreWillie K. In our opinion Uncle Willie K, Is the most talented Entertainer in Hawaii today. He can sing, he can play the ukulele, he can play guitar. He can sing Hawaiian, he can sing opera he can sing the blues, he can sing Rock. He plays with his guitarist Jerry, and he plays with his drummer Chris. This Trio can entertain anywhere in the world and make people go crazy and happy all at the same time. If you have a chance to catch one of Uncle Willie K's performances you won't be disappointed. Uncle Willie K is also a wonderful Storyteller and you will learn so much about Hawaiian history Hawaiian music and Hawaiiana itself. Every month Uncle Willie plays at the Blue Note in Waikiki. Hugs Wes n Wanda Anzai Happy Healthy Hawaii The Institute of Advanced Anti-Aging 808-354-8659

The plan was set. As part of my trip, I had tickets to a "luau" type dinner and show with about…read more500 other people. The show was Willie K. Being totally out of touch with the Hawaiian music scene I thought..."Ut oh. Another Don Ho impersonator." I figured I was was going to eat as fast as I could so that when the show started I could slip out before "Tiny Bubbles" started... The dinner was actually pretty good at the Marriott. As I was finishing my dessert, the lights dimmed for the show to start....and I glanced around picking out my escape route. What came on stage was a huge bulky Samoan with hair that spread out 3 feet in diameter.. As he said in his subsequent monolog, if you were on a bus and he boarded it, you would get off the bus and wait for the next one. As he talked to warm up the audience he was actually pretty funny. Then he started to play. WOW. He played the guitar with a bass player and drummer. That was it. Yet, his playing filled the song....strumming and playing solos that seemed to be simultaneous and continuous. He was doing riffs with full cords that most guitarists would have trouble with single notes. He played a range of pop, oldies, folk, country. His solos were a match to any professional musician on the circuit today. In the middle of his set, he then said he was an out of the box musician.....and certainly he looked the part. But then.....he started to sing opera with a modern arrangement. Yes....this was way out of the box......and his voice was impeccable. A purist would probably argue his voice wasnt the best that the Met had to offer, but I have sat through enough operas to know he would at least qualify to audition at the Met. His 1.5 hour set just whizzed by. His skills as a guitarist were some of the best I have ever seen, bar none (I was an usher at the Greek Theater for 3 years and saw the world's best musicians there) His voice had had incredible range in range and in timbre. He could have a very pure operatic voice or a raspy Joe Cockerish twang. At the end of his performance, the whole audience was captivated and yelling "HANA HO." No...that isn't a Hugh Grant saying but what I was told was that it was Hawaiian for "ENCORE." If you are planning a trip to Hawaii and have some flexibility of dates and where to stay....and if you like great entertainment, see if you can attend a Wille K concert. He is that good. Looking at his bio later, I found he has backed up, played with or opened some of the biggest names in the business. One of his songs was Grammy nominated which didn't surprise me in tne the least. Well....my night didn't go according to plan....and I was glad. I would have stayed until dawn if he chose to play that long. I was fortunate to see such a great entertainer. HANA HO.

A seven piece band on Maui-- I am impressed. Some of Maui's best teamed together at Mulligan's on…read morethe Blue. Superior violin, Tempa --soulful bluesy vocalist, rich harmonies, wailing sax, bass, drums, keyboard, and a sweet guitarist who is also a great lead vocalist. From the opening instrumental featuring the expressive violinist throughout 2 hour performance, Soul Kitchen mixed up the set with blues, soul, pop & zydeco, and kept the dancers and diners and fans Happy Happy Happy!

It's not possible to write a review good enough for this band! They played for our wedding last…read moreweek and blew everyone away. The sound was on point, the songs were a perfect mixture of blues, jazz, soul, and zydeco, and everyone young and old had a great time dancing the whole night. Soul Kitchen went above and beyond to make our wedding night so special, we felt like we had a one in a million performance!! If you want to skip the DJ for your event, and you want the best Maui has to offer you MUST book Soul Kitchen.

Aloha Akoni.... Where do I even begin?! There's no…read morecombination of words that could describe just how amazing Akoni is... He is an insanely talented musician which is what first captivates you, but it's his love for his Ohana & his heart for people that keeps you wanting more & more of him! My family & I watched Akoni perform every night he played at our resort & although I'd love to say that the way he made our family feel so loved & special was a one-of-a-kind experience, but I know he leaves everyone he meets better than he found them & we all end up feeling like family! Such a talented & special soul. Mahalo!

We first saw Akoni perform while having dinner at Merriman's in Kapalua. During that same trip, we…read moresaw him again while we were having dinner at Duke's. We absolutely loved him both times we saw him. Just after seeing him perform twice, we knew we had to hire him for our upcoming vow renewal. Fastforward a few months later to the renewal, and he exceeded our expectations. He is not only an amazing and versatile musician, but he's one of the most down-to-earth people you'll ever meet. He encompasses the true meaning of "Aloha". You will not be disappointed if you hire Akoni for your event.

I saw the show Crazy For You last night. Let me first say that the orchestra itself was the star in…read moremy opinion. What a great, diverse collection of musicians. I didn't hear a note out of place. Most of the female singers in the show were excellent. The males left something to be desired. There did seem to be some sound issues though, especially when the first male lead was talking and singing. It sounded like he was in a box. There were also times that some mics were on when they shouldn't have been, and some mics off when they should have been on. The guest featured dancer was an amazing tapper. He had at least six solos, was great fun to watch, and got the audience cheering and clapping. The main reasons for four stars instead of five were the sound issues. If you get an opportunity to see this great orchestra, don't pass it up!

First let me disclose, I am the Treasurer of this organization. That being said, there isn't a…read morebetter group of people who volunteer their time money and talent to bring music to Maui. The shows are on par if not better then anything you would see on the mainland. If you are local or here on vacation, you definitely need to see our concerts. Please visit MauiChamberOrcestra.org for more information.

Took my Little Sister (Big Brother, Big Sister) to see The Best Birthday Party Ever and really…read moreenjoyed the show with talented keiki on stage. Great acting, musical score, sets, and lighting and the seats were comfy too. Nice to find a show that my 11 year old could relate to, and well acted by all involved. Hurrah! First time at the Iao Theatre and won't be our last. Easy parking with first 2 hours free for Kamaaina at the parking building opposite. Go, enjoy a local show!

This is such a quaint theater. What a historical place!!!! It's awesome. I hope this survives…read moreanother 100 years. The parking is plentiful. Attended the world whale film festival. Such warm and welcoming vibes.

What a great venue this was! We were here for a concert. I'd purchased a parking pass prior and…read morebecause we got there early enough, we found the perfect spot for us. The check-in process was easy and well coordinated. There were different levels of general admission tickets: 18 and younger off to the left side, I think meet the band off to the other side, and preferred and general admission for 21 and over, which was our group. The sections were well posted and clearly cordoned off. In the open area, there was a vendor for beverages. There were also Porta potty style restrooms. I appreciated that a group of them were labeled for women and another for men. Washing stations outside for both. In our area, we were able to be right up against the barricade, so we had excellent viewing. The area in front of us was preferred. The area behind us sloped upward and at the top area there were bleachers set up for folks to have a seat. Otherwise, it was standing room only. That was perfect for us as it gave us space to dance in! The sound system was fantastic! Speakers were positioned well, loud enough for all to hear, and clarity was strong. It was not so loud that it was punishing to the ear drums, and we could enjoy singing and hearing those around us as well. Stage visibility was good: not quite centered, but nothing really obscuring our view. No shade cover here, but the breezes were refreshing and the temps were perfect once the sun set. Exiting was well guided and traffic flowed smoothly. So glad we were able to see a fave local band while we were here at MACC!

Set aside an evening for a concert or play at the MACA. This upscale venue features local acts as…read morewell as symphonies, broadway and Hawaiian performances. There is also a gallery on the grounds that is currently showcasing several Japanese paper craft artists. It is an amazing exhibit and well worth an hour or so of your day. Admission to the gallery is free. Free parking. Double highly recommend!

Came here for a private party. It's a great place to hold a small event for a special birthday,…read moregraduation or any celebration. They have a stage area for a DJ or Band. There is a bar area if guest want to order alcoholic beverages. The food was good and service friendly. I would recommend if you're looking for a place indoors to hold a party.

I almost donʻt want to share! I find it difficult to find really good food without spending a lot…read moreof money. Guava Tree Bar & Grill had amazing local-style food at reasonable prices and pleasant service. I can see this place becoming a solid, local establishment like Tiffanyʻs or Marcoʻs. Folks, this place should be party of the ʻServing Maui for 30 yearsʻ club! I was here for a private event. The place is cute. Small, charming and loads of potential. The staff was super friendly and welcoming. Alrhough their wine selection was limited and a bit uneven (Sutter Home but then a J. Lohr for chardonnay), their ginger ale selection was delicious! The food was incredible! Tender, fall apart pork slices, covered with savory, brown gravy; crisp, yet juicy, chicken katsu with a bite of ginger; toothsome chopped steak, tender mushrooms and flavorful pepper slices. Perfectly cooked rice. Yummmmmmm. The mac salad is better than many, but lacked a little tang. Overall, the food was so good that I looked up their hours. Iʻd definitely return.

Back again and we still really enjoy this place. It changed ownership a while back. The drinks are…read morea little different, but the vibe a d the food is still awesome. This is our first meal on the island when we ver we can. Come support a local restaurant and grab a fantastic sandwich. Don't forget the spicy pasta as your side it is delicious.

My son and I had the tropical mahi and My husband had the Loco Moco. His meal was rice, pulled…read morepork and 2 eggs. He loved it and had leftovers! Our fish was great, I loved the mango salsa on top. It wasn't crowded but had a comfortable feel. There was only one waiter and he seemed overwhelmed. It was good!

We planned to meet friends before the theater doors open. That makes it a lot easier to find a…read moreparking place downtown. The Wai Bar would be the best location, so I checked their website. Opens at 4pm. Perfect. We'll meet there at 4:15. We arrived and the lights were off and nobody inside. Nothing showing hours other than Emo Mondays 9pm to midnight. Fortunately, Esters Fair Project was open for business and we had a good time there. C'mon guys, update the hours on your website. We'll come to visit and give you more stars.

Great cool bar in the middle of Wailuku gets going later to disco music DJs great karaoke, unique…read moreclub in the middle of Wailuku parking Johnnys Waibar is cool ! unique gem in Wailuku