LAHAINA WORKSHOP FIELD GUIDE
Hands-On Aloha: Native Hawaiian Crafts at The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua
A free, 30–60 minute weekly workshop in Lahaina where the resort’s cultural team provides materials and leads varied native Hawaiian craft lessons.
Hands-On Aloha: Native Hawaiian Crafts at The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua.
Set inside The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua in Lahaina, this lively Native Hawaiian Crafts workshop brings guests together for a short, hands-on lesson led by the resort’s cultural team; classes vary and attendees make unique keepsakes while supplies are provided.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Guided, hands-on instruction
The resort’s cultural team teaches native Hawaiian crafting techniques in a workshop format, leading attendees through the process so everyone leaves with a handmade souvenir.
An on-property, afternoon workshop
Sessions take place in the resort’s activity room and are scheduled as a short, focused afternoon offering for guests.
Supplies included, souvenirs guaranteed
All materials needed to learn and complete the projects are provided by the cultural team, so participants simply need to show up ready to work and keep what they make.
What the day feels like
What it feels like
The workshop is a concise, communal craft session: participants gather in the hotel activity room, the cultural team demonstrates traditional techniques, and everyone spends a focused 30–60 minutes making a keepsake; classes vary from week to week.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this workshop suits — and what’s not specified.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Workshops are offered as a short afternoon session; the onsite schedule notes a Wednesday class at 3 p.m.
No special gear is required — the cultural team provides all supplies needed for the class.
Sessions run approximately 30 to 60 minutes.
The workshop is listed as free to attend.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Native Hawaiian Crafts class?
Classes run approximately 30–60 minutes.
Where do participants meet for the workshop?
The meeting location is the Activity Room at The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua.
When is the workshop offered?
The workshop is offered on Wednesdays at 3 p.m.
Do I need to bring materials?
No — the cultural team provides all supplies needed to teach attendees about native Hawaiian crafting.
Is there a cost to attend?
The workshop is free.
Will the same craft be taught every session?
Classes vary, and the specific craft taught may change from session to session.