Lights for Lahaina 2026

In 2026, Lights for Lahaina returns as a free, community gathering that invites people to come together and celebrate the stories and people that shape Lahaina.

A free community event guided by the lived practice of aloha, the event is part of the community’s ongoing healing journey following the 2023 wildfire and will be held over two evenings filled with shared memories, connection, and light.

2026 Event Highlights

Day 1: Our Lahaina Story

Friday, September 11, 2026 | 4:30–9:00 pm
Maria Lanakila Catholic Church, Lahaina

An evening of shared roots, living stories and community connection - resource tables, cultural practitioners, local nonprofits and schools, creative activities, food trucks and vendors. Music features:

4:30 pm — Kahaialiʻi Brothers with Sacred Hearts, Kam III & Maui Prep keiki
5:00 pm — Kevin Brown, with keiki hula
5:45 pm — ʻOhana Bingo
6:00 pm — Eric Gilliom & Friends
6:45 pm — ʻOhana Bingo
7:00 pm — Wilson Kanakaʻole Trio
8:00 pm — Marty Dread & Hammah House Band

Shuttle Service on Friday, Sep 11:

Shuttles run 3:00–10:00 pm from the Lahaina Civic Center parking lot.

Day 2: Light March

Saturday, September 12, 2026 | 6:00–9:30 pm
Begins at Puʻunoa Beach, ends at Maria Lanakila Catholic Church

A shared, respectful walk through historic Lahaina Town as hundreds of lights honor Lahaina's past, future, resilience and hope.

5:00 pm — Gathering begins at Puʻunoa Beach
6:00 pm — Pule and welcome at Puʻunoa Beach
6:15 pm — The march begins, with storytelling and quiet reflection along the way
7:45 pm — Arrival at the Banyan Tree
8:00 pm — Kanikapila at Maria Lanakila with Lahaina Style Band and Kahaialiʻi Brothers, plus ono local food

Shuttle Service on Saturday, Sep 12:

Shuttles run 5:00–10:00 pm. Until 6:15 pm they run Civic Center → Maria Lanakila → Puʻunoa Beach for march participants. After 6:15 pm they run between the Civic Center and Maria Lanakila only.

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A look back at the moments that brought the community together—and a glimpse of what continues in 2026.

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