Friday

Kū Mai Ka Hula

Friday, September 11, 2026

Kū Mai Ka Hula is listed for Friday, September 11, 2026 at Kauahea, Inc. and the Maui Arts & Cultural Center in Kahului, Maui.

Kū Mai Ka Hula is Maui's adult hula competition, presented annually at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center in Kahului by Kauahea, Inc. Award-winning hālau from Hawaiʻi, Japan, and the continental U.S. compete in solo, group, and kūpuna categories, performing both kahiko (traditional) and ʻauana (modern) hula, with judging by renowned kumu hula.

Parking & access: Ticketed; recent editions ran about $38/adult and $21/child (12 & under) per day, online sales only, with a MACC member discount.

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When is Kū Mai Ka Hula?

Kū Mai Ka Hula is scheduled for Friday, September 11, 2026, but the source has not published a time yet.

Where is Kū Mai Ka Hula?

You'll find Kū Mai Ka Hula at Kauahea, Inc. and the Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Maui Arts and Cultural Center, One Cameron Way, Kahului, HI 96732 in Kahului, Maui.

What should I know about parking or access?

Ticketed; recent editions ran about $38/adult and $21/child (12 & under) per day, online sales only, with a MACC member discount.

Should I confirm Kū Mai Ka Hula before going?

Yes. Our listing is based on Kū Mai Ka Hula official site; Maui Arts & Cultural Center. Event dates and times can change, so confirm with the host before you go.

About hula festivals

Hula festivals bring together hālau (hula schools) for performance, competition, and celebration of Hawaiian culture.

Read the full hula festival guide

Sources: Kū Mai Ka Hula official site; MACC — Kū Mai Ka Hula. Dates and times can change — confirm with the organizer before you go.