This year marks the 28th anniversary of the gala benefit event for the Maui Arts & Cultural Center. The evening begins with a fresh flower lei greeting and Hawaiian music serenade. Mix, mingle, and taste delectable Pūpū created by chefs from stellar Maui restaurants and specialty food purveyors. Enjoy premium wines selected by vintners from boutique wineries around the world.
The evening will be emceed by community icons and friends of the MACC, Deidre Tegarden and Tony Takitani. Plus live performances by Benny Uyetake, Joel Katz, The Hula Honeys, Nā Hoa, accompanied by the stunning hula by the dancers of Hālau Nā Lei Kaumaka O Uka under the direction of kumu hula Nāpua Silva. Capping off the evening with dancing music will be the JD “On the Rocks” Band, and MORE!
It will be an evening celebrating vintage aloha fashions, wrapping up with dance music favorites under the glowing roof of the Yokouchi Pavilion.
Silent and live auctions offer the chance to bid on a multitude of items and experiences such as exciting Hawaiʻi staycations, restaurant fine dining experiences, original works of art, music instruments autographed by celebrities who have performed on MACC stages, and unique items that are only available at the MACC, and at Maui Calls!
The Evening’s Program
Guests must be at least 21 years of age
with a valid photo ID
5:00 p.m. Epicurean Reception
Yokouchi Pavilion
Fresh Lei Greeting
Passed Pūpū, Champagne, and Silent Auction
Entry Music by Benny Uyetake
Reception Music by Joel Katz
6:00 p.m. Aloha and Welcome!
Yokouchi Pavilion and A&B Amphitheater
Fresh Lei Greeting
Wine Tasting and Gourmet Pūpū Sampling
Silent Auction Bidding in person
Music by The Hula Honeys with Joel Katz
Maui Mood Swing Fashion Show
7:00 p.m. Special Performance by:
Nā Hoa
Joined by
Hālau Nā Lei Kaumaka O Uka
Under the direction of Kumu Hula Nāpua Silva
7:35 p.m. Live Auction and Pledge Your Support
Emcee: Tony Takitani and Diedra Tegarden
8:30 p.m. Dancing in Yokouchi Pavilion
Music by JD On The Rocks Band
9:30 p.m. Silent Auction Closes
10:00 p.m. Mahalo and Good Night
