ʻAha Niu Festival 2026
Join us and our partners at the upcoming ‘Aha Niu: Maui Nui Coconut Celebration Festival. This FREE family-friendly, community gathering is dedicated to celebrating, revitalizing, and protecting niu (coconut) across Maui Nui. Registration to attend is required.
Key event details
Date: Saturday, June 13, 2026
Time: 9am – 3pm
Location: Maui Nui Botanical Gardens
Address: 150 Kanaloa Avenue, Kahului
Free parking is available across the street at the War Memorial Stadium
Enjoy a day full of:
- Niu sprout give-aways (while supplies last)
- Keiki friendly activities
- Hands-on niu workshops led by cultural practitioners
- Climbing and harvesting demonstrations
- Presentations and talk story with coconut industry experts
- Information on Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle (CRB) identification and mitigation
- Coconut-centered craft, food, and educational vendors
Volunteer with us
We are looking for volunteers to help us run the ʻAha Niu 2026 festival. Volunteers will play an important role in ensuring a smooth experience for all attendees. Volunteering is also a great way to connect more deeply with the niu community!
Mahalo nui loa to the ʻAha Niu 2026 event partners and sponsors:
Event partners and contributors, please see the contributor page for more information about your role.