Kihei Farmers Markets: Where to Find Fresh Maui Produce
Kihei has several farmers markets within a short drive, and most run on weekday mornings. This page lays out which markets are within reach of The Hale Pau Hana, what days and mornings they generally keep, what to buy, and why you should arrive early. Days and hours shift seasonally, so confirm the current schedule before you go.
Kihei has farmers markets within a short drive, and most run on weekday mornings. The Kihei Farmers Market sits at the north end of town on South Kihei Road, open mornings several days a week, though the exact days and hours shift through the year. For a wider selection, the Upcountry Farmers Market in Kula runs Saturday mornings, about a 40-minute drive inland. From The Hale Pau Hana, the oceanfront condominium property at 2480 South Kihei Road, Kihei, HI 96753, the closest options are a few minutes north by car. Days and hours change seasonally, so confirm before you go and arrive early for the best produce.
Key takeaways
- Most Kihei area farmers markets run on weekday mornings, with the Kihei Farmers Market at the north end of South Kihei Road being the closest to The Hale Pau Hana.
- The Upcountry Farmers Market in Kula, about a 40-minute drive inland, runs Saturday mornings and carries the widest selection of cool-climate and tropical produce on the island.
- Expect Maui-grown papaya, pineapple, apple bananas, leafy greens, tropical flowers, and prepared food such as smoothies, banana bread, and breakfast plates.
- Arrive within the first hour for the best produce and flowers; popular items sell out and the best stalls draw early lines.
- Days and hours shift seasonally and by vendor, so confirm the current schedule before you go.
When and where are the Kihei farmers markets?
Most farmers markets near Kihei run in the morning, and the closest cluster along or just off South Kihei Road. The Kihei Farmers Market is the anchor: it sits at the north end of town and keeps weekday morning hours several days a week, with produce, fruit, flowers, and a few prepared-food stalls. For the largest and most varied market in range, plan a Saturday morning drive up the mountain to the Upcountry Farmers Market in Kula. Evenings have an option too, with a weekly food-and-craft market at Kihei Kalama Village. Because vendor counts, days, and hours change with the season, treat the schedule below as a starting point and confirm the current details before you head out.
| Market | Day (general) | Area | Known for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kihei Farmers Market | Weekday mornings | North Kihei, South Kihei Road | Maui produce, papaya, apple bananas, flowers |
| Maui Sunday Market | Sunday evening | Kihei Kalama Village, central Kihei | Food trucks, prepared food, local crafts |
| Wailea Farmers Market | Weekday morning (confirm it is currently running) | Wailea, south of Kihei | Produce and prepared food near the resorts |
| Upcountry Farmers Market | Saturday morning | Kula, Upcountry Maui | The island's widest produce selection, cool-climate crops |
| Maui Swap Meet | Saturday morning | Kahului, near the college | Produce plus crafts, flowers, and souvenirs |
The full strip of shops, stands, and food along the main road is covered in the South Kihei Road guide.
What can you buy at a Kihei farmers market?
Maui-grown fruit and vegetables are the headline. On a typical morning table you will find papaya, pineapple, apple bananas (short, sweet, and tangy, a Hawaii staple worth seeking out), avocados, mango in summer, leafy greens, tomatoes, and herbs. Tropical flowers are a constant: protea from Upcountry farms, plumeria, heliconia, and orchids, often sold by the stem or the bunch. Many markets add prepared food and grab-and-go items.
- Fruit and produce: papaya, pineapple, apple bananas, avocado, citrus, greens, tomatoes, and seasonal mango and lychee.
- Flowers: protea, plumeria, orchids, and heliconia, cut fresh that morning.
- Prepared food: smoothies, fresh coconuts, banana bread, kettle corn, and breakfast plates.
- Pantry items: local honey, jam, macadamia nuts, Maui coffee, and hot sauces.
- Crafts: jewelry, soaps, and art at the larger markets such as the Maui Swap Meet.
With a full kitchen in every unit at The Hale Pau Hana, a market run sets up easy breakfasts and lunches on the lanai. Pair the produce with a stop from the coffee shops in Kihei guide for a complete morning.
How far are the farmers markets from The Hale Pau Hana?
The closest markets are a few minutes north by car, and the Upcountry standout is a scenic drive inland. All distances and times below are measured from The Hale Pau Hana at 2480 South Kihei Road.
| Market | Distance from HPH | Time | Getting there |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maui Sunday Market (Kihei Kalama Village) | 0.9 miles north | 18-minute walk or 3 minutes by car | Walk or short drive up South Kihei Road |
| Kihei Farmers Market (north Kihei) | About 4 miles north | About 12 minutes by car | North on South Kihei Road (confirm the current address and hours) |
| Wailea Farmers Market | About 3 miles south | About 10 minutes by car | South toward Wailea (confirm it is currently operating) |
| Maui Swap Meet (Kahului) | About 12 miles north | About 25 minutes by car | North via the Piilani Highway toward Kahului |
| Upcountry Farmers Market (Kula) | About 18 miles inland | About 40 minutes by car | Up the Kula Highway into Upcountry Maui |
Can you walk to a farmers market from The Hale Pau Hana?
You can walk to the weekly evening market at Kihei Kalama Village, 0.9 miles north, an 18-minute stroll up South Kihei Road past Kalama Park. For the morning produce markets, plan to drive; the Kihei Farmers Market at the north end of town is about 4 miles away, and the better produce markets sit farther north and Upcountry. If you want a walkable morning instead, the property serves complimentary coffee on the oceanfront lawn, weekdays 9am to 11am, and the cafes within a few minutes are covered in the coffee shops guide.
Which farmers market near Kihei is worth the drive?
For most guests, the answer is the Upcountry Farmers Market in Kula on a Saturday morning. The cooler elevation Upcountry grows produce the lowlands cannot, so you get strawberries, leafy greens, root vegetables, and protea flowers alongside the tropical fruit, all in one of the largest gatherings of farmers on the island. The trade-off is the drive: about 40 minutes each way and an early start, since the best produce goes fast. The local Kihei markets give their genuine due here; they are quicker, closer, and perfect for a fast produce-and-flowers run without leaving town.
| Local Kihei markets | Upcountry Farmers Market (Kula) | |
|---|---|---|
| Drive from HPH | A few minutes to about 12 minutes | About 40 minutes each way |
| Selection | Solid lowland fruit, produce, and flowers | The widest range, including cool-climate crops |
| Best for | A quick morning stop close to the condo | A half-morning outing and a scenic drive |
| Crowd and timing | Lighter, easy parking | Busy early; arrive near opening |
If you are building a day around it, the Upcountry drive pairs naturally with a wider South Maui plan; see Kihei with kids for family-friendly stops along the way.
How early should you arrive at a Kihei farmers market?
Within the first hour of opening, ideally right at the start. The best produce, the ripest fruit, and the freshest cut flowers sell out fastest, and popular prepared-food stalls form lines quickly on busy mornings. Early arrival also means cooler temperatures and easier parking, which matters most at the larger Saturday markets such as Upcountry and the Maui Swap Meet. Bring cash, since not every vendor takes cards, along with a reusable bag or two; small bills move the line faster. Because exact opening times vary by market and season, confirm the current hours the day before.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a farmers market in Kihei every day?
Not every day, and the schedule shifts seasonally. The Kihei Farmers Market at the north end of town keeps weekday morning hours several days a week, and a weekly evening food-and-craft market runs at Kihei Kalama Village. The largest produce markets, Upcountry in Kula and the Maui Swap Meet in Kahului, are Saturday mornings. Because days and hours change by season and vendor, confirm the current schedule the day before you plan to go.
What is the closest farmers market to The Hale Pau Hana?
The closest option is the weekly evening market at Kihei Kalama Village, about 0.9 miles north, an 18-minute walk or a 3-minute drive up South Kihei Road. For a morning produce market, the Kihei Farmers Market at the north end of town is the nearest, roughly 4 miles north and about a 12-minute drive. Confirm the current days and hours before heading out, since both change with the season.
Can you buy apple bananas at the Kihei farmers markets?
Yes, apple bananas are a Maui staple and a common sight on market tables. They are shorter and firmer than the supermarket Cavendish, with a sweet, slightly tangy flavor, and they ripen quickly, so buy what you will eat over a few days. Many stands also sell them by the hand for a few dollars. With a full kitchen in every unit at The Hale Pau Hana, they make an easy lanai breakfast alongside Maui papaya and local coffee.
Do Kihei farmers markets take credit cards?
Some vendors do, and many take cash only, so bring small bills to be safe. Card readers have become more common at the larger markets, but coverage is uneven from stall to stall, and a few growers still prefer cash. Carrying cash also speeds the line on a busy morning. An ATM run before you go is a good idea if you are heading to a smaller market or the Upcountry Farmers Market in Kula, where many small farms sell direct.
Are the farmers markets good for prepared food and breakfast?
Yes, prepared food is part of the appeal. Expect smoothies, fresh coconuts, banana bread, kettle corn, and hot breakfast plates at the larger markets, with the evening market at Kihei Kalama Village leaning heavily toward food trucks and ready-to-eat dishes. For sit-down breakfast within walking distance of the condo instead, see the guide to restaurants within walking distance of The Hale Pau Hana. Pairing a market smoothie with produce for later is a classic Maui morning.
Is the Upcountry Farmers Market worth the drive from Kihei?
For most guests, yes, on a Saturday morning. The Kula market sits at cooler elevation and gathers many of the island's small farms, so the selection runs wider than the lowland markets, including strawberries, leafy greens, and protea flowers alongside tropical fruit. The drive is about 40 minutes each way and rewards an early start, since the best produce sells quickly. If you would rather stay close, the Kihei markets cover the basics well in a fraction of the time.
Can you walk to a farmers market from The Hale Pau Hana?
You can walk to the weekly evening market at Kihei Kalama Village, about 0.9 miles north, an 18-minute walk up South Kihei Road. The morning produce markets are farther out and best reached by car; the Kihei Farmers Market is roughly 4 miles north, and the standout produce markets are Upcountry and in Kahului. If you want a walkable morning closer to home, the property pours complimentary coffee on the oceanfront lawn, weekdays 9am to 11am.
Want a full kitchen steps from the Kihei farmers markets?
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