2026 Festival Highlights
Thursday, Nov. 5
No Ka ‘Oi Bar Crawl
No admission fee required
A signature festival tradition, the No Ka ‘Oi Bar Crawl brings songwriters and fans together for intimate performances at some of Kihei’s most beloved gathering spots.
4:00 PM – Three’s Bar & Grill
A local favorite featuring fresh island cuisine, handcrafted cocktails, and spectacular Maui sunset views from its outdoor deck.
5:30 PM – Kahale’s
Known as “South Maui’s Local Bar,” Kahale’s has been serving up cold drinks, live music, and authentic aloha spirit for nearly three decades.
7:30 PM – Maui Brewing Company – Kihei
The Bar Crawl’s final stop features performances at Maui Brewing Company’s flagship location, home to a spacious open-air brewpub and lively beer garden atmosphere.
Friday, Nov. 6
Exit 209 Happy Hour with Storme Warren
Botero Lounge at Grand Wailea
Open entry – no cost to attend
4:00 PM
Enjoy a special live taping of Storme Warren’s acclaimed Exit 209 podcast in Grand Wailea’s iconic open-air lobby lounge. Guests will experience candid conversations, behind-the-scenes stories, and impromptu musical performances from festival artists against the backdrop of Maui’s stunning coastline.
Saturday, Nov. 7
Songwriters Under the Stars
Molokini Garden at Grand Wailea
Ticketed Main Event
7:00 PM
The festival’s signature concert experience returns to the beautiful Molokini Garden, where artists share the stories behind their songs and perform in an intimate collaborative format beneath the Maui night sky.
Songwriters Under the Stars Tickets
• General Admission: $35
• Premium Seating: $55
• VIP Tables: $1000 (seating for eight)
VIP guests receive front-of-stage viewing, a pre-show artist meet-and-greet, and access to a private hosted bar.
Premium guests will enjoy reserved seating with excellent views, plus access to a private hosted bar.
General admission guests have access to onsite bars and open seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Stay at the Host Resort
Festival attendees can take advantage of special discounted room rates at the host resort, Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort, offering luxury accommodation and convenient access to festival events throughout the weekend.
Giving Back to Maui
All festival proceeds benefit two organizations making a meaningful difference across Maui:
Lele Aloha Foundation, led by Lahaina-born waterman Archie Kalepa, continues to provide direct assistance to families impacted by the 2023 Lahaina wildfires through housing initiatives, essential supplies, and community support programs.
Maui Family YMCA Music Programs have delivered more than 600 free music lessons in piano and ukulele to local youth, supported in part by festival contributions that help fund instruments, instructors, and program operations.
"What makes No Ka ‘Oi special is the combination of world-class songwriting, genuine community connection, and a commitment to giving back," said festival co-founder Dan Goodfellow. "Every year we bring incredible artists to Maui, but the real success of the festival is measured by the impact it creates for local families and organizations. We're excited to welcome fans from Hawaii and the mainland for our biggest festival yet."
About No Ka 'Oi Songwriters Festival
The No Ka ‘Oi Songwriters Festival is presented by the Heart and Hook Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and made possible through the support of HD Radio, Warner Chappell Music, Grand Wailea Resort, The D&C Goodfellow Foundation, CountryLine TV, The BIG 615, and the Wailea Resort Association.
For tickets, accommodations, and the latest festival updates, visit NoKaOiSongwritersFestival.com.
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Evolution PR
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