EVENTS & RENTAL INFO FOR HAWAIʻI WILDLIFE DISCOVERY CENTER
Rent our Discovery Center in Whalers Village for corporate events, training, parties, family gatherings and more!
Rent select rooms or the entire venue!
Scroll to the bottom and fill in the form to receive info on rates and availability.
Hawaiʻi Wildlife Fund’s 30th Anniversary Events!
Sunday, October 4th, 2026 in Keauhou, Hawaiʻi Island
Fair Wind Cruises Sunset Boat Trip
4:30 – 6:30 on Oct. 4th. Check-in at 4:00 – Details will be emailed after signing up.
Ticketed admission ($100 children | $125 adults which includes a $50-75 tax-deductible donation to HWF)
The evening includes live music by the Keoni Thompson and Gunner Nagata Duo, delicious local vegetarian fare (jackfruit sliders, ulu mac salad, edamame, bruschetta), adult beverages (beer, wine, Mai Tais), and a lucky number drawing with prizes!
Join us on a private Fair Wind Sunset Cruise – Hawai‘i Island’s Favorite!
Space is limited on the vessel and prices may increase after 9/26 so please RESERVE YOUR SPOT TODAY!
Saturday, October 24th, 2026 in Paīa, Maui at Paia Bay Coffee & Bar
Free admission, includes a silent auction! Food and drinks for purchase.
Tuesday, November 10th, 2026 in Paīa, Maui at Flatbreads Pizza
Free admission, includes a silent auction! Food and drinks for purchase.
More events are scheduled later in the year at The Parlay & at our Hawaiʻi Wildlife Discovery Center on Maui too so stay tuned!
Keep posted on our upcoming 30th Anniversary Events!
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ART & COMMUNITY
The Hawaiʻi Wildlife Discovery Center’s overarching mission is to inspire visitors to learn more about the island’s native marine life through a dynamic blend of art and science, and provide a gathering place for the community. We have art materials at the ready for you to create with during your visit. We welcome and encourage Youth Groups on Maui to come and enjoy the center.
HOURS
Open to the public and youth groups:
Monday – Sunday 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
YOUTH GROUPS REGISTRATION:
To register your youth group for a visit, please contact us.
WILDLIFE WEDNESDAYS WITH HWDC!
Wednesdays from 10:00 – 12:00 inside the Discovery Center.
Our naturalists will be at the Hawai’i Wildlife Discovery Center every Wednesday morning to talk about koholā (humpback whales), honu (turtles), ‘īlio holo i ka uaua (monk seals), and more Hawaiian wildlife!
Join us for fun on Wildlife Wednesdays!
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ALOHA FRIDAYS WITH UNCLE RON!
Uncle Ron is outside in the Whalers Village `Ohana Courtyard.
Please go to the Courtyard for these fun classes on Fridays:
- Ukulele from 10:30 – 11:30
- Coconut frond weaving 12:00 – 1:00
During inclement weather Uncle Ron will be teaching inside at the Discovery Center.
RENT HWDC FOR YOUR EVENT!
The Hawaiʻi Wildlife Discovery Center is available for your event! Select rooms can be rented by the hour and the entire venue for evening events. Contact us using the form below for rates and details on deposit, catering, alcohol, etc…
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