2026
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Celebrating a Decade of Musical Excellence in Paradise
In 2025, we proudly marked the 10th anniversary of the Maui Songwriters Festival, a world-class event that brings together the finest singer-songwriters, producers, and composers from Nashville and beyond. These exceptional artists perform their #1 hits in intimate and large-scale acoustic shows, sharing the heartfelt stories behind their songs. Spanning genres from Country, Pop, Rock, Americana, Hip-Hop, Christian, and R&B, this festival showcases not only the industry’s top songwriters but also some of the biggest stars in Country Music.
All of this unfolds in one of the most breathtaking locations on earth—Maui.
For 2025, we proudly partnered with industry leaders Sony Music Publishing Nashville, The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua, Delta Air Lines, and Cantera Negra Tequila, ensuring an unforgettable experience for artists and fans alike.
As we look ahead, we are excited to share plans for the 2026 Maui Songwriters Festival, with new additions and surprises that will elevate the festival experience even further. Stay tuned for more details coming soon!
Our Esteemed Partners
Sony Music Publishing – The world’s #1 music publishing company, home to an unparalleled catalog of legendary and contemporary artists, including The Beatles, Queen, Ed Sheeran, Beyoncé, Luke Bryan, and many more.
The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua – Voted #1 Resort on Maui by Condé Nast Traveler in 2023, this luxurious resort offers an immersive Hawaiian escape with world-class amenities, beachfront dining, and cultural experiences.
Delta Air Lines – The Official Airline of the Maui Songwriters Festival, connecting travelers across six continents with award-winning service and an innovative premium travel experience in partnership with Wheels Up.
Join us as we continue to celebrate the art of songwriting in paradise. We can’t wait to welcome you to the 2026 Maui Songwriters Festival!
2025 TALENT
COMMUNITY GIVING
Giving Back to the Communities We Cherish
At the heart of the Maui Songwriters Festival is a deep commitment to making a difference in the communities we touch. The devastating Maui fires claimed lives, impacted countless families, and forever changed parts of the island. In response, we have continued our mission to give back, rallying artists, partners, and supporters to provide much-needed relief.
This year, we raised an additional $40,000, bringing our three-year total to $220,000 in support of Maui’s Boys & Girls Clubs and the community. One of our most heartfelt moments was hosting an assembly for the children at Sacred Hearts School of Lahaina, bringing music and joy to their lives—a gift that, in truth, they gave back to us tenfold.
The 2024 Maui Songwriters Festival directly benefited the ongoing recovery efforts in Maui, raising an incredible $130,000 through a special benefit headlined by Old Dominion’s Matthew Ramsey, Trevor Rosen, and Brad Tursi. Highlights of our fundraising efforts included:
~ A one-of-a-kind Thomas Arvid painted Martin guitar
~ Two ukuleles donated by Bounty Music Maui, signed by all festival performers, Old Dominion, and Steven Tyler
~ Two autographed paintings of Steven Tyler and Willie & Lukas Nelson, created and generously donated by visual artist Karen Jury
In 2023, we raised $40,000 through an auction featuring two signed ukuleles and original Karen Jury artwork, autographed by Willie & Lukas Nelson.
A Heartfelt Thank You
We are immensely grateful to everyone who attended, donated, and bid on auction items, making these contributions possible. Special thanks to:
~ Karen Jury for her breathtaking encaustic paintings
~ Thomas Arvid for his masterful Martin Guitar painting featuring Cantera Negra Tequila
~ Storme Warren for hosting and leading our auction
~ Cantera Negra Tequila, Wagner Family of Wines (Caymus, Emmolo, Sea Sun), Maui Brewing & The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua for sponsoring the 2024 VIP Benefit
~ Pacific Media Group for amplifying our mission through marketing and promotions
~ CMT for featuring our festival on national television before, during, and after the event
~ XPERI and Delta Air Lines, our incredible 10-year Maui Songwriters Festival partners
This work is only possible because of you. Together, we are making a lasting impact on the people of Maui. Thank you for being part of this journey.
2025 COLLABORATORS
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