Maui Brewers Festival 2025: Savor Local Brews and Bites While Supporting Maui’s Arts and Culture
Published April 05, 2025 · 5:56 AM HST by the Maui Happy Hours team
KAHULUI, HI – The Maui Brewers Festival returns for its 2025 edition on Saturday, May 17, at the Alexander & Baldwin Amphitheater within the Maui Arts & Cultural Center (MACC) in Kahului. This annual fundraiser, one of Maui’s top festivals, promises an afternoon of craft beer tastings, local food, and community spirit, all while supporting the MACC’s extensive arts and education programs.
Maui Brewers Festival 2025 Event Details
The event kicks off with a “Beer Lover” Happy Hour from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM, followed by General Admission entry at 3:30 PM, running until 7:00 PM. Ticket options include General Admission at $85, “Beer Lover” VIP at $150, Designated Driver General Admission at $65, and Designated Driver “Beer Lover” at $100. All attendees must be 21 or older and present a valid photo ID. The MACC will also collect donations for the Maui Food Bank, encouraging patrons to bring non-perishable items for wildfire-affected communities, with donation bins located near the main entry gates.
What to Expect at the 2025 Maui Brewers Festival
The festival will feature beer tastings from a diverse lineup of local and national craft breweries, including 21st Amendment Brewery, Aloha Beer Co., Boneyard Beer, Caraboa Brewing (new this year), Deschutes Brewery, Elysian Brewing, Golden Road Brewing (new), Honolulu Beerworks, Juneshine, Kauai Island Brewing Company, Koholā Brewery, Kona Brewing Hawai‘i, Lagunitas Brewing Company, Lanikai Brewing Company, Mahalo Aleworks, Maui Brewing Co., Maui Hard Seltzer, New Belgium & Bell’s Brewery, Ola Brew Co., Oskar Blues Brewery (new), Paradise Ciders, Revision Brewing Company (new), Sierra Nevada Brewing Co., and Wailuku Brew Works. Breweries marked with an asterisk are brewed in Hawai‘i, showcasing the islands’ vibrant craft beer scene.
For food, a variety of local vendors will offer selections at no additional charge, including Area 50 One, Cymz Sweet Kre8tionz, Da Fish Shack, Fiyah Foods, Frosted Mermaid, Kaeo Kine Grindz, Lima Cocina + Cantina, Makawao Public House, Maui Brewing Co., Maui Kettle Corn, Maui Mui Food Co., Mulligans on the Blue, Saltwater Catering, Shaka Pops, Star Anise Catering, Suns Out, Buns Out, Tail’s Up, Taste of Aloha 808, and The Pint & Cork. Note that brewery and food vendor lineups are subject to change.
Not a beer fan? The festival offers alternatives like Cold Brew Coffee, Kombucha from VITALITEA, and Maui Brewing Co. Root Beer, ensuring there’s something for everyone to enjoy alongside the delicious food.
Ticket Inclusions for the Maui Brewers Festival
“Beer Lover” VIP Tickets ($150): Include early entry at 2:00 PM for exclusive rare beer tastings, access to the new air-conditioned “Beer Lover” Lounge, Pavilion, and Restrooms, ten 4 oz. beer tastings, first dibs at food vendors, a commemorative tasting glass, a beer caddy lanyard, a reusable event spork, a discount on the event t-shirt, and live music. Availability is limited due to capacity constraints.
General Admission Tickets ($85): Include entry at 3:30 PM, eight 4 oz. beer tastings, a commemorative tasting glass, a reusable event spork, food vendor selections, and live music.
Designated Driver tickets are available for both “Beer Lover” ($100) and General Admission ($65), providing access to non-alcoholic beverages. Scrip for additional pours can be purchased on-site with cash or debit/credit card, but there will be no ATM available. Responsible drinking is encouraged.
Supporting the Community at the Maui Brewers Festival
Funds raised from the Maui Brewers Festival support the MACC’s arts, Hawaiian culture, community enrichment, and education programs, which host approximately 1,700 events annually and reach over 260,000 people. This event not only offers a fun day out but also contributes to vital community initiatives across Maui County.
For more details or to purchase tickets, visit the MACC website. Don’t miss this chance to sip, savor, and support a great cause at the 2025 Maui Brewers Festival!
