Hawaii always poses an image as a magical place, and if you’ve never visited the island, you know you are missing out on all the activities and spectacular scenery. Still, if you love watching movies like I do, you’ve probably been lucky enough to catch a glimpse of Maui from films like “Paradise City.” The view of the island, even from the screen, is breathtaking, so it’s easy to imagine yourself being there. Better yet, if you are a night owl, you must have pictured yourself in a Maui nightclub dancing the night away. Is this place worth a visit if you like to party and sleep late? Let’s see.
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More About Nightlife in Maui
Although Maui is not known for having a wild nightlife, you still can enjoy your stay on the island even when the sun goes down. It offers a little bit of something for everyone; whether you are into music, theater, snorkeling, or barhopping, the nightlife in Maui has got your back.
Music Lovers
If you want to listen to live music while sipping your preferred brand of whiskey, The Dirty Monkey should be your go-to spot. This bar breathes energy into Lahaina nightlife with its assortment of beers and cocktails and its reputation for serving finger-licking food. You get to listen to live acoustic music and might even be in luck to have the DJ play your favorite tunes every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday night.
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Foodies
No party is complete without food. After dancing in the nightclubs Maui has to offer, you are sure to be drained once the music stops, so be sure to plan your nightlife around food, too. Hula Grill will see to it that you don’t go to bed or drink beer on an empty stomach thanks to its diverse menu. It provides the ultimate experience because you can have cocktails at the Kaanapali beach, dipping your toes in the sand.
Once your food arrives, there is no need to give up the ambiance because you can enjoy your meal in the open air. One thing to take advantage of while at Hula Grill is the freshly cooked dishes. Be it roasted chicken, aged beef, or braised pork, if you are a meat eater, you are spoilt for choice. That is not to say vegans are left behind because the restaurant also has a wide range of salads, veggie soups, and other vegan meals.
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Theater
If you have some money to spare and want an intimate setting to catch a magician, go ahead and book your ticket to The Magical Mystery Show. It will cost you about $139 and allow you to get close-up entertainment since the venue only accommodates 60 guests.
The Magical Mystery Show isn’t just entertaining for kids but also for adults. Have you always been skeptical about magic? This show will change your mind. Each performance lasts about an hour or two, and the shows start from 4.30 p.m. to 10.30 p.m., allowing revelers to indulge in the nightlife in Maui.
If magic does not tickle your fancy, perhaps learning about the Hawaiian culture will. And I know just the place – The Feast of Makapu. The enthusiastic storytellers are worth their weight in gold. They will captivate you as they give you insight into the values they hold dear and the historical journey of their ancestors. Each performance has a time limit of three hours, but you will be so taken in by the stories that you will hardly notice the time fly by. While listening to the stories, you’ll have access to more than enough local delicacies to keep you full.
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Snorkeling
Water temperatures are ever conducive, staying at between 70 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the year. Consequently, swimming or snorkeling at night is a must on this magical island. At Turtle Town, you will get a personalized experience as the tours are limited to six people. You will have a firsthand account of marine life at night since, besides being fitted with snorkeling equipment, you also get high-end dive lights to ensure you catch every moment.
Most fish come out to hunt at night. Imagine getting close enough for a touch! If you are a lobster lover, you can time your visit to Maui to coincide with the lobster season. Once the season is over, octopuses will come out of their hiding places at night to hunt, and you could go and catch a few, too. You will feel proud of yourself as you cook your catch for supper.
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Conclusion
In Hawaii, Maui nightlife may not be as crazy as some other places you have visited. It does not even last throughout the night, but the few hours you spend under the starry sky are worth every minute. You will never run out of stuff to do at Maui, no matter your preferences for nightlife. Now that you know what to do, you might as well book your ticket and witness Maui at night.
