Seed to Cup Coffee Festival 2024 9am-4pm Aug 18 at Tropical Plantation
Event Details: Date: Sunday, August 18, 2024
Time: 9 am - 4 pm
Location: Maui Tropical Plantation
Admission: Free
Join us for a day of coffee culture and celebration at the Maui Tropical Plantation!
Maui Coffee Association Hosts 2024 Seed to Cup Coffee Festival
Maui, HI – August 18th 2024 – The Maui Coffee Association (MCA) is thrilled to announce the 2024 Seed to Cup Coffee Festival, taking place on Sunday, August 18th, from 9 am to 4 pm at the beautiful Maui Tropical Plantation. This event is free and open to the public, inviting coffee enthusiasts and curious visitors alike to celebrate and explore the vibrant coffee culture of Maui.
The MCA is a group of growers, service providers, merchants, and enthusiasts dedicated to promoting coffee grown in Maui County, Hawaii. Our mission is to improve awareness and communication between growers and other segments of the Maui coffee industry. Through community events, farm tours, cupping workshops, and other opportunities, we represent Maui Coffee and the associated industry to the public, the County, and our State Government.
The festival will feature a variety of activities and attractions, including:
- 9:30 am - 10:00 am: Namaka Pauole & Chayce Tancayo
- 10:05 am - 10:15 am: Hawaiian Blessing
- 10:15 am - 10:45 am: Jacaranda Trio
- 10:55 am - 11:10 am: Zenshin Daiko Drummers
- 11:15 am - 11:55 am: Maui Jazz & Blues Festival Band featuring Fast Freddy & the Blue Lava Blues Band
- 12:10 pm - 12:40 pm: Tarvin Makia & Al Villaren
- 12:55 pm - 2:00 pm: Kanekoa
- 2:15 pm - 2:45 pm: Lahela Lee Park
- 3:00 pm - 3:45 pm: Lahaina Grown
In addition to the scheduled performances, festival-goers can look forward to:
- Meet the Farmers & Roasters: Engage with local coffee farmers and roasters, learn about their craft, and gain insight into the journey from seed to cup.
- Coffee and Chocolate Pairing Hosted by Maui Kuia Estate Chocolate and MND Coffee Lab: Explore your own sensory and taste experiences, while learning different styles of cold brewed coffee.
- Mixology Mocktail Demonstrations using coffee by Tikehau Lounge: Enjoy innovative mocktails featuring coffee as a key ingredient.
- Taste the Roast: Highlighting the many talented coffee roasters on Maui, interactive, educational and fun. Coffee provided by O'o Farms, Kula, 1st place winner of the Maui Distric at the 2024 HCA Cupping.
- Barista Throw Down: Enjoy a competitive barista showdown where skilled baristas showcase their talents in crafting the finest coffee beverages.
- Coffee Inspired Food & Drinks: Savor a variety of food and drink options inspired by coffee, highlighting the versatility and rich flavors of Maui coffee.
- Made on Maui Coffee Inspired Gear & Art: Discover unique, locally made coffee-inspired gear and art, perfect for coffee lovers and collectors.
This annual festival is a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in Maui's coffee scene, connect with the local community, and enjoy a day filled with coffee, education, and entertainment.
The 2024 Seed to Cup Coffee Festival is proudly supported by the Maui County Farm Bureau, the County of Maui, Hawaii On TV and KAOI Radio. For more information, please visit mauicoffeeassociation.org.
Date: Sunday, August 18th, 2024
Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Cost: Free
Categories: Outdoor or Beach Event, Food & Beverage, Farmers Market, Concerts / Music
Maui Tropical Plantation located at 1670 Honoapiilani Hwy between mile markers 2 & 3, Wailuku, HI 96793 in Central Maui
Phone: 808-244-7643 Website: https://www.mauitropicalplantation.com
Contact: Joy Marra Phone: 808-344-3031
Email: Website: https://www.mauicoffeeassociation.org
