Continuously Updated · Last updated July 30, 2026
What's Open in Lahaina
Front Street reopens August 1, 2026. Here's exactly what's open in Lahaina and West Maui, what's still closed, who's coming back — and how to visit with respect.
The short answer
Yes — Lahaina is open to visitors, and its historic heart is reopening. Maui County has announced that Front Street reopens to traffic on August 1, 2026 (Pāpalaua Street to Shaw Street), with Kimo's, the ʻUlu o Lele Marketplace, and more than a dozen businesses returning. Dickenson and Prison streets are already open. Market Street, Papelekane Street, and Mokuhinia Place remain closed while harbor dredging continues. The rest of West Maui — Kāʻanapali, Napili, Kahana, Kapalua — has been fully open and welcoming visitors, and our dining guide re-verified 60+ open restaurants this week.
Reopening Aug 1, 2026
Front Street from Pāpalaua St to Shaw St — open to vehicles with no regularly restricted hours.
Already Open
Dickenson and Prison streets; all of Kāʻanapali, Napili, Kahana, and Kapalua resort areas, beaches, and activities.
Still Closed
Market St, Papelekane St, and Mokuhinia Pl (harbor dredging). Expect occasional temporary construction closures around town.
Who's Returning
Kimo's, the ʻUlu o Lele Marketplace, and more than a dozen other establishments along the reopened corridor — joining spots already serving nearby, like Mala Ocean Tavern, Honu Oceanside, and Coco Deck.
Opening weekend: know before you go
- What actually changes on August 1: vehicles return to Front Street between Pāpalaua and Shaw streets, with no regularly restricted hours. Until then, the Dickenson-to-Shaw stretch is limited to 6am–6pm access for harbor operations.
- What it will look like: a rebuilt street — repaired seawall and sidewalks, new railings and freshly planted trees on the ocean side, fencing along lots still being rebuilt. This is a working recovery zone, not a finished postcard, and that's part of its story.
- No street ceremony has been announced for the reopening itself, but Lahaina's faith communities hold an Honor & Remembrance service on August 1, and the second anniversary of the August 8 fire follows the next week. Expect an emotional weekend for the community — visit gently.
- Getting around: no special parking plan has been published; expect limited parking, possible temporary closures during ongoing construction, and slow traffic. Build in extra time, or base yourself in Kāʻanapali and come by rideshare or bike.
- Where to eat: our dining guide was re-verified this week — every listing links to the restaurant's live OpenTable, Yelp, or official page, with closed fire-recovery spots marked honestly.
Reopening timeline
August 1, 2026
UpcomingFront Street scheduled to reopen to vehicular traffic from Pāpalaua Street to Shaw Street, with no regularly restricted hours. Kimo's, the ʻUlu o Lele Marketplace, and more than a dozen businesses returning. The same day, Lahaina faith communities gather for an Honor & Remembrance service — a reminder that this weekend is a community milestone first.
July 30, 2026
We re-verified every listing in our dining guide against current OpenTable, Yelp, and restaurant sources: 60+ West Maui restaurants confirmed open — including Lahaina comebacks like Mala Ocean Tavern, Honu Oceanside, Coco Deck, Sale Pepe (now on Kupuohi St), and the returned Old Lahaina Luau — with honest status notes for beloved spots still rebuilding, like Fleetwood's on Front St.
July 18, 2026
Maui County officially announces the August 1 reopening of Front Street, following completion of debris removal, seawall and sidewalk repairs, new railings, tree plantings, and road paving.
July 1, 2026
Community blessing held for the completed Front Street Railings and Sidewalk Project; the Lahaina Homecoming event takes place the same weekend.
We update this timeline as Maui County and Maui Recovers publish new milestones.
Visiting respectfully
The reopening of Front Street is, in Mayor Richard Bissen's words, "another important step in Lahaina's healing journey." This is a community milestone first and a visitor experience second. Thoughtful tourism genuinely helps — visitor spending supports the local businesses rebuilding the town — but how you show up matters.
Support returning businesses — eat, shop, and book locally.
Stay out of fenced areas and off private property, everywhere in town.
Don't photograph residents' properties or active rebuild sites.
Expect construction and occasional temporary closures — flexibility is aloha.
Plan your West Maui visit
Frequently asked questions
Is Lahaina open to visitors in 2026?+
Yes. West Maui — including Kāʻanapali, Napili, Kahana, and Kapalua — is open and welcoming visitors, and Lahaina town itself is reopening in phases. Front Street reopens to traffic on August 1, 2026, with Kimo's, the ʻUlu o Lele Marketplace, and more than a dozen businesses returning. Some blocks near the harbor remain closed during ongoing work.
When does Front Street reopen?+
Maui County announced that Front Street reopens to vehicular traffic on August 1, 2026, from Pāpalaua Street to Shaw Street, with no regularly restricted hours. Dickenson and Prison streets have already reopened.
What parts of Lahaina are still closed?+
Market Street, Papelekane Street, and Mokuhinia Place remain closed due to ongoing harbor dredging work. Rebuilding continues throughout town, so expect occasional temporary construction closures, and always respect fencing and private property.
Is it respectful to visit Lahaina right now?+
Yes — thoughtful visitors are welcome, and tourism supports the local businesses rebuilding the town. Come with aloha: support returning businesses, stay out of fenced or private areas, don't photograph residents' properties or rebuild sites, and treat the town's story with care. As Mayor Richard Bissen said of the reopening, it is 'another important step in Lahaina's healing journey.'
What actually happens on August 1, 2026?+
Front Street reopens to vehicular traffic between Pāpalaua Street and Shaw Street with no regularly restricted hours, and returning businesses along the corridor — led by Kimo's and the ʻUlu o Lele Marketplace — welcome the public. No street ceremony has been announced; Lahaina's faith communities hold an Honor & Remembrance service the same day, and the second anniversary of the fire falls on August 8. Expect construction fencing, limited parking, and an emotional, meaningful weekend.
Which Lahaina restaurants are open right now?+
Already serving in and around Lahaina town: Mala Ocean Tavern on the north end of Front Street, Honu Oceanside (the reopened Honu at 1295 Front St), Coco Deck at 1312 Front St, Sale Pepe in its new Kupuohi Street home, Star Noodle, Aloha Mixed Plate, Leoda's in Olowalu, and the Lahaina Cannery Mall dining hub — with Kimo's returning as Front Street reopens. Our dining guide verifies every listing against live sources and marks the still-closed fire-recovery spots honestly.
Where should I stay for visiting Lahaina?+
The closest resort areas are Kāʻanapali (3 miles north, the main resort corridor), plus Napili, Kahana, and Kapalua a bit further up the coast. All are fully open, with hotels and condos at every price point.
What is there to do in West Maui right now?+
Everything that makes West Maui special is running: snorkeling at Kāʻanapali and Kapalua Bay, sunset sails and whale-season cruises from the coast, luaus, surf lessons, golf, and the beaches. Lahaina Harbor tour operations continue to expand as harbor work progresses.
Follow Lahaina's reopening
Get updates when new streets, businesses, and areas reopen — plus honest West Maui travel tips.
Sources
- County of Maui — Lahaina's Front Street scheduled to reopen on Aug. 1, 2026
- MauiRecovers.org — Front Street reopening announcement
- Maui Now — Front Street reopening coverage
See something out of date? We update this page as official information is published. For the full stream of updates, visit What's New in Lahaina.