Maui Ocean Center
Dedicated to Hawaiian marine life, the Maui Ocean Center is the place to enjoy close encounters with sharks, rays and green sea turtles, while learning about Hawaii’s natural history and cultural heritage. The aquarium offers indoor and outdoor event areas for up to 850 people, with groups able to have exclusive use of the facility during evening hours. www.mauicoeancenter.com
Maui Arts & Cultural Center
Situated at the foot of Iao Valley and overlooking Kahului Harbor, the Maui Arts & Cultural Center is a multipurpose visual and performing arts complex with a wide range of function space for up to 2,000 people. Meeting spaces include a special events lawn, an outdoor amphitheater, several theaters and conference rooms. www.mauiarts.org
Maui Classic Charters
A group-friendly snorkel charter company, Maui Classic Charters is a popular option for excursions to Molokini Crater, where the surrounding coral gardens offer some of the best snorkeling in Hawaii. The company, which operates two catamarans that seat up to 65 passengers, also offers whale watching tours in season as well as lunch on board. www.mauicharters.com
Ulalena
Traditional theater is blended with acrobatics, modern dance and fantastic images drawn from Hawaiian legend and history in Ulalena. The permanent multimedia live show is presented at Lahaina’s Maui Theater, which was built specifically to house the show. Group ticketing is available. www.mauitheater.com
The Bailey House Museum
Maintained by the Maui Historical Society, the Bailey House Museum in Wailuku is located on the site of a royal compound held by the last ruling chief of the island. The graceful early 19th century home, which served as a missionary station and school, is surrounded by lush gardens available for special events. www.mauimuseum.org