Maui Halloween
Halloween in Hawaii has been largely celebrated since 1990, in the historic whaling town of Lahaina, Maui.
Anywhere between 20,000 to 30,000 residents and visitors come to Lahaina wearing their best costumes every year. Front Street, the famous Lahaina Street that runs along the ocean, is closed to vehicles from 3:30pm to 11:30pm. At 4:30 the evening begins with the annual children's costume parade. The Halloween Costume Contest sually begins at 7pm in Banyan Tree Park, which is located in the heart of Lahaina. BUT, this year the booths and costume events will not be held. All costume contests will be held inside of the various restaurants and bars in the area.
Their is no admission fee to the festivities in Lahaina, however cover charges may apply at some bars and Restaurant bars. The carnival of costumed Halloween revelers consumes the entire street and is wonderful to join or watch. Some of the best views are from the restaurants and bars on the second levels of the buildings on Front street. Halloween in Lahaina is something not to be missed. Make certain to have a ride or be staying walking distance from Front Street. Front Street becomes a huge party and induces the inevitable drunk drivers. If you're staying on the South side of Maui, you may want to get a room in Lahaina for the night. If you do, you'll avoid driving the winding Pali after dark. Make sure to book well in advance because many others share the same idea.
Just when I thought i'd seen it all, I looked up from the masses of incredible costumes to see Satan, Jesus, and the Pope sharing beers on the balcony of the bar above.
-Drew Manning, Ka'anapali