LAHAINA, Hawaii - TelAve -- Did you know that on Maui, the whole month of February is dedicated to celebrating whales?

The Maui Whale Festival is an annual celebration held in Maui, dedicated to honoring the majestic humpback whales that migrate to the island's warm waters each winter. Established in 1980 by the Pacific Whale Foundation, the festival aims to show the public why it's important to protect these gentle giants.

Historical Background

The festival originated as "Save the Whales Day," a grassroots initiative by Maui residents protesting the commercial whaling industry. This movement evolved into World Whale Day (https://agwaycapecod.com/the-history-of-world-w...), officially established on February 18th, coinciding with the peak of the humpback whale season in Hawaii. Over the years, the event expanded into the Maui Whale Festival, which includes several activities throughout February.

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Festival Activities

The Maui Whale Festival offers a variety of events designed to engage and educate people of all ages:

Run & Walk for Whales: A family-friendly event featuring multiple courses, ranging from a 1-mile walk to a 10-mile run, providing scenic views of Maui's coastline. Post-race festivities include music, awards, and discounted whale-watching tours.

Parade of Whales: A vibrant parade showcasing elaborate floats and costumes, celebrating the cultural and ecological significance of whales to the Hawaiian Islands.

World Whale Film Festival: An event featuring films focused on ocean and wildlife conservation, educating people on conservation efforts through visual storytelling.

Great Whale Count: A citizen science initiative where volunteers count whales from various shoreline points, contributing to long-term research on the humpback whale populations in Hawaii.

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Join the Maui Community

For information about the Maui Whale Festival or to discuss the current Maui real estate market, Call (808) 757-8053 or submit a contact form here: https://www.mauiluxuryrealtors.com/member/contact/

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