January 15-18, 2025
ABOUT
2025 will be the 10 Year Anniversary of the first Maui Songwriters Festival, bringing some of the worlds' best Singer-Songwriters, Producers
and Composers from Nashville to perform their #1 songs while sharing the stories behind the songs in intimate to large scale acoustic shows.
The songs performed cover genres from Country, Pop, Rock, Americana, Hip Hop, Christian to R & B. These amazing Songwriters are also some of the biggest Artists in Country Music.
Enjoy these shows in one of the most beautiful places in the world.
In 2025 we will once again partner with the best in their industries Sony Music Publishing Nashville, The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua and Delta Airlines.
Sony Music Publishing the worlds #1 music Publishing Company.
Sony prides itself on the greatest collection of songs in the world. It is home to the world’s best songwriters, with classic catalogues including The Beatles, Queen, Motown, Carole King, Leiber & Stoller, Leonard Cohen, Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson and The Rolling Stones, as well as beloved contemporary songwriters such as Ed Sheeran, Beyoncé, Lady Gaga, Olivia Rodrigo, Calvin Harris, Daddy Yankee, Gabby Barrett, Jay-Z, Luke Bryan, Maluma, Marc Anthony, Miranda Lambert, Pharrell Williams, Rihanna, Sara Bareilles, Sean "Love" Combs, Natalie Grant, Travis Scott, Chris Young, Mitchell Tenpenny, Alan Jackson, Blake Shelton, Brett Eldridge, Darius Rucker, Clint Black, Cole Swindell and many more covering all genres.
The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua Voted in 2023 #1 Resort on Maui by Condé Nast Traveler
Immerse yourself in a true Hawaiian luxury resort experience at The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua. Cultural and environmental appreciation combined with world-class amenities and facilities delivers a true escape. From beachfront dining to Hawaiian spa treatments, luxury poolside cabanas, and cultural and recreational activities, this Kapalua, Maui resort is an unforgettable island oasis. Nestled on 54 acres, The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua showcases 466 guestrooms, including 107 residential suites, dark wood floors and Hawaiian-inspired artwork. The Spa beckons with treatment rooms framed by private garden showers, volcanic stone grottos, and a fitness center with ocean views. Jean-Michel Cousteau's Ambassadors of the Environment offers all levels of activities from land to sea. Also featured are six dining experiences, an indoor/outdoor meeting space, and a lush organic garden. It is enveloped by our picturesque Kapalua Resort’s two championship golf courses, dining, and a century-old pineapple plantation.
Delta Air Lines the 'Official Air Line of the Maui Songwriters Festival' - America's Most-Awarded Airline
There are 100,000 Delta people leading the way to deliver a world-class customer experience on over 4,000 daily flights to more than 290 destinations on six continents, connecting people to places and to each other.
We remain committed to ensuring that the future of travel is connected, personalized and enjoyable. Our people’s genuine and enduring motivation is to make every customer feel welcomed and cared for across every point of their journey with us.
Delta is America's most-awarded airline thanks to the dedication, passion and professionalism of its people. In addition to the awards from J.D. Power and Cirium, Delta has been recognized as the top U.S. airline by the Wall Street Journal; among Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies; the World’s Most Admired Airline and one of the Best 100 Companies to Work For according to Fortune; and as one of Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work. In addition, Delta has been named to the Civic 50 by Points of Light for the past seven years as one of the most community minded companies in the U.S.
Delta and Wheels Up-Elevating Premium Travel with an Innovative Partnership
Delta Air Lines and Wheels Up have transformed premium travel, creating the first global, seamless aviation experience that is built to provide a level of flexibility that meets the needs of the world’s most discerning individual and business travelers, no matter the journey. Together, their uniquely simple solutions maximize flexibility and choice across premium commercial and private air travel, while maintaining the highest standards of operation and safety for first-time and experienced private fliers alike.
Fliers with predictable annual spend enjoy Wheels Up Membership, where a small annual fee and upfront funded flight hours afford increased flexibility, select guaranteed availability, and capped hourly rate price protection. Or, there's Wheels Up Charter – ad-hoc trips with no upfront costs for everything from that perfect family vacation to a multi-stop, international business trip.
Through its comprehensive owned private fleet and safety vetted charter capabilities, Wheels Up has access to over 1,500 private aircraft around the world – providing fliers with the right aircraft for the right mission for anything, from anywhere, to any destination in the world.
2025 TALENT
SHOWS & EXPERIENCES
ADDITIONAL TALENT & SHOW UPDATES COMING SOON
Shows and VIP Experiences will be held in settings throughout the beautiful Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua Resort the Maui Songwriters Festival Presenting Partner Host Hotel.
'Maui Live' Songwriter Showcase
Wednesday January 15th
7:00pm - 10:00pm
Alaloa Lounge
A relaxed evening of island sounds with Maui's own Singer-Songwriters in the newly reimagined Alaloa Lounge looking out over the beautiful Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua Resort and Pacific Ocean.
Complimentary Show for Resort Guests, Locals & Visitors
*Beverages and Chef Bites available for purchase at the bar
Ali'i Nui Exclusive
Whale Watch & Snorkel Experience
January 16th 7:00am - 1:00pm
Slip 56 Ma'alaea Harrbor
SET SAIL WITH MAUI SONGWRITERS FESTIVAL ARTISTS, SONGWRITERS & CMT
Join talent that will be performing at this year's festival on a Molokini Snorkel-Whale Watch Sail. Observe the behind the scenes taping of CMT'S Hot20 Countdown that will be shown on National TV after the Festival.
*This is an exclusive charter with limited seating
Cantera Negra Tequila Tasting
Mix & Mingle with the Songwriters
Thursday January 16th
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ulana Lawn
A 'Nashville Live' Pre-Function mix & mingle with Nashville and Maui Singer-Songwriters, tequila and special performances by Singer-Songwriters.
Enjoy a magical Maui evening sampling premium Cantera Negra tequilas & specialty tequila cocktails paired with chef prepared cuisine highlighting the flavors of Silver, Anjeo, Extra Anjeo, Reposado and Cafe Tequilas.
'Nashville Live' Songwriter Showcase
Thursday January 16th
7:00pm - 9:30pm
Alaloa Lounge
A relaxed evening with Nasville Singer-Songwriters in the newly reimagined Alaloa Lounge looking out over the beautiful Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua Resort and Pacific Ocean.
Hosted by Award Winning
2024 ACM ‘National Daily On-Air Personality of the Year’ Katie Neal
Complimentary Show for Resort Guests, Locals & Visitors
*Beverages and Chef Bites available for purchase at the bar
VIP Experience
'How I Wrote That Song & Journey To #1'
Friday January 17th
7:00pm - 10:00pm
Burger Shack on the Beach & Beach House Lawn
Hosted by Award Winning
2024 ACM ‘National Daily On-Air Personality of the Year’ Katie Neal
Mix & Mingle with Singer-Songwriters while sampling some of the best wines produced in California
Wine will be meticulously paired with cuisine created by the culinary team from The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua.
Intimate performance and conversation with one of our Singer-Songwriters
VIP Seating at the 'How I Wrote That Song' - Chris DeStefano & Friends
A night under the stars with some of the biggest Songwriters in Country Music
Chris DeStefano is a Grammy Award Winning Singer-Songwriter, Producer and multi instrumentalist. Chris has 18 #1 songs and has written for Carrie Underwood, Dan + Shay, Jason Aldean, Luke Bryan, Miranda Lambert, Lee Brice and others. Chris is a co-writer on 'Drinkin' Buddies' Lee Brice's latest single with Nate Smith & Hailey Whitters.
'How I Wrote That Song' - Chris DeStefano & Friends
Friday January 17th
8:00pm - 10:00pm
Beach House Lawn
Hosted by Award Winning
2024 ACM ‘National Daily On-Air Personality of the Year’ Katie Neal
A night under the stars with some of the biggest Songwriters in Country Music
Chris DeStefano is a Grammy Award Winning Singer-Songwriter, Producer and multi instrumentalist. Chris has 18 #1 songs and has written for Carrie Underwood, Dan + Shay, Jason Aldean, Luke Bryan, Miranda Lambert, Lee Brice and others.
Chris is a co-writer on 'Drinkin' Buddies' Lee Brice's latest single with Nate Smith & Hailey Whitters.
*Beverages and Chef Bites available for purchase
'Lee Brice & Friends' Finale-Live Auction for Maui
Saturday January 18
Doors 5:30pm
Show & Auction 6:30pm - 10:00pm
Aloha Pavillion
Hosted by Award Winning
2024 ACM ‘National Daily On-Air Personality of the Year’ Katie Neal
A special Finale Evening with LEE BRICE & Friends
and
Live auction during the evening with 100% of the proceeds benefitting the
Boys & Girls Clubs of Maui and the Maui Community Fund to assist those impacted by the fires.
- VIP Table Seating with Champagne & Chef Bites
- GA Tickets theater seating
*Beverage and Chef Bites available for purchase
NEW THIS YEAR
Available exclusively with 'The Maui Songwriters Festival Ultimate Experience Package'
Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua
MAUI SONGWRITERS FESTIVAL
ULTIMATE EXPERIENCE
January 15th - 19th
Join the music industry's top singer-songwriters, producers, and composers from Nashville as they perform their #1 and
Award-Winning songs in beautiful Kapalua, Maui.
INCLUDES
Two All-Access Passes - Maui Songwriters Festival Shows
* Cantera Negra Tequila Tasting
* 'How I Wrote That Song VIP Experience'
Wine Tasting and Chef Bites
'How I Wrote That Song & Took It To #1'
'How I Wrote That Song' - Chris DeStefano & Friends
* Preferred Seating at the 'Lee Brice & Friends' Finale Show and Benefit Auction
A one-time 1,000 USD resort credit
One-day use of VIP Luxury Pool Cabana at The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua
Daily Club Lounge Access for Two
Commemorative Maui Songwriters Festival Yeti
Signed Maui Songwriters Festival Poster
Promotional Code : ZJ9
• Valid stay dates : January 15, 2025 - January 20, 2025
COMMUNITY GIVING
Making a difference in the communities we are involved with by giving back.
The devastating Maui fires have taken so many lives, impacted countless others, and destroyed significant parts of the island.
The 2024 Maui Songwriters Festival benefited the ongoing efforts to provide support to the people of Maui.
2024 we are proud to announce we were able to raise $130,000 to help those impacted by the Maui Fires from our benefit headlined by Old Dominion's Matthew Ramsey, Trevor Rosen & Brad Tursi. We auctioned a donated Thomas Arvid painted Martin guitar and during our Finale auctioned 2 Ukulele's donated by Bounty Music Maui signed by all performers as well as Old Dominion and Steven Tyler, 2 autographed paintings one of Steven Tyler, one of WIllie Nelson & Lukas Nelson created and donated by visual artist Karen Jury. We Thank everyone who attended and bid on our auction items at both events
2023 we raised $40,000 auctioning 2 ukulele's signed by all singer-songwriters as well as 2 art pieces created by Karen Jury signed by Willie & Lukas Nelson.
A special thank you to Karen Jury for her beautiful encaustic paintings, Thomas Arvid for his masterful painting of Cantera Negra Tequila on a Martin Guitar, Storme Warren for being our event presenter and auctioneer, Cantera Negra Tequila, Wagner Family of Wines: Caymus, Emmolo, Sea Sun, Maui Brewing & The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua for sponsoring the 2024 VIP Benefit, Pacific Media Group for the support marketing and promoting our events thru all their channels, CMT promoting our event on national TV before during and after and our 10 year Maui Songwriter Festival partners XPERI and Delta Air Lines. We could not do this without you!