We invite you to explore the rich heritage and inspiration behind Hale Kukuna—our immersive Hawaiian cultural center designed to offer an authentic and meaningful connection to Hawaiʻi’s living traditions.
Location: Hale Kukuna
Time: February 12th: 10:00AM - 10:30AM
Tour starts promptly at notated start time. We kindly request that guests who are not able to make it at the notated start time attend the next available session.
Complimentary for resort guests.
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Culinary
Live Bluefin Tuna Carving & Anniversary Celebration
Join us as we mark two years of connection at our lobby bar & lounge, PILINA.
Experience a live 300-lb sustainably sourced Bluefin tuna carving by Oʻahu fisherman Tyler Wilcox (Laʻakea Fish & Co.) in partnership with PILINA’s culinary team. Throughout the evening, guests will learn about the distinct cuts while sampling prized selections such as kama, akame, and toro, and may also order from a specialty menu of Bluefin dishes and signature rolls designed for sharing. The celebration will also feature complimentary tastings, furikake malasadas for dessert, and the debut of our PILINA Ponzu hot sauce created in collaboration with HI Spice.
Additional highlights include spirit tastings from Maui-based distilleries — Waikulu Distillery, Kupu Spirits, and Ocean Vodka Organic Distillery — accompanied by live music from the Micah Manzano Trio.
This one-night-only gathering is complimentary and open to both resort guests and the community of Maui.
In celebration of Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi (Hawaiian Language Month), immerse yourself in a special bingo game, HakalamaGO, offering an approachable first step in understanding how Hawaiian words are spoken and written, all through lighthearted play, friendly competition, and connection.
Join us Tuesdays in February at Pilina during Happy Hour from 4:30–5:30 PM for an easygoing way to learn, laugh, and unwind—whether you are playing for prizes or simply for fun. No reservations required.
Immerse yourself in the joy and intellectual play of nā mea pā‘ani, traditional games once enjoyed in historic Hawaiʻi. Led by our Kumu aʻo, this activity invites participants to engage in light-hearted, yet strategic, games that test wit, observation, and creativity—fostering connection and friendly rivalry. As part of the experience, you’ll also craft your own traditional game implement to take home, a handcrafted keepsake representing your personal connection to this cherished cultural practice.
As the sun rises each morning, the Hawaiian people call on the rising of the sun to awaken from the deep ocean, climbing to the highest heavens. Providing enlightenment and prosperity for all of Hawaiʻi and her people.
Held at Keoneopolo (Polo) Beach Monday through Friday at 6:55am.
Experience the enchanting beauty of our vibrant koi fish, celebrated for their striking colors and graceful movements. At Fairmont Kea Lani, the morning feeding of these beautiful fish has become a beloved family tradition.
Location: Koi Pond (Next to Entrance of Nick's Fishmarket)
Guests are invited to explore the joyful sounds of the ʻukulele, a beloved instrument with a special place in Hawaiian music and tradition. Through learning simple chords and songs, they can connect with the islands’ musical heritage while gaining a deeper appreciation for the culture and spirit of Hawaiʻi.
Akin to our ʻukulele lessons, the songs that our hula lessons are set to speak to sense of place and community while sharing tales of Hawaiʻi and its people.
Join us for an in-depth history of how the Hawaiian language, once an oral language, came to be a written language over time. Through these lessons, we hope to instill the importance of the Hawaiian language and the value that it brings to the culture of Hawaiian people.
Discover the art of lei making, guided by the traditions of our kupuna (ancestors). Each lei is crafted with care, connecting you to the beauty, culture, and spirit of the islands—an experience as unique and vibrant as the lei itself.
Meet us at Paeahu Terrace for a magical evening under the stars. Take in sweeping ocean views, gentle island breezes, and the serene beauty of Maui’s night sky as you relax, unwind, and connect in an unforgettable open-air setting.
In keeping with time-honored tradition, skilled torch lighters gracefully illuminate each torch across the resort grounds, casting a warm glow in anticipation of the evening. The ceremony concludes with a resonant oli (chant), a poetic tribute that celebrates the moment and invites the spirit of the night to unfold.
Join our acclaimed Artist in Residence, Dale Zarrella, for a guided walking tour of the resort grounds. As you explore, Dale shares the Maui myths and legends that inspire his stunning bronze and rare wood sculptures. End the experience with a taste of Dale’s handmade honu-shaped chocolates.
