Maku‘u Market
Rooted in community since 2001.
Maku‘u Market
Maku‘u Market
Visit the Mākeke
Experience the flavors of our island at Makuʻu Market. Fresh produce, local crafts, and aloha every weekend. It's one of the ways we put our mission into practice: building community through Native Hawaiian tradition.
Make a trip out, leave fulfilled!
Experience the flavors of our island at Makuʻu Market. Fresh produce, local crafts, and aloha every weekend. It's one of the ways we put our mission into practice: building community through Native Hawaiian tradition.
Location: 15-2131 Keaʻau–Pāhoa Rd., Pāhoa, HI 96778
Entrance fee: $2 per person — supports our Hālau initiatives
Market manager: Melekahana Kekahuna
Get involved at the market
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Become a vendor
Join a market that shares our commitment to community and culture.
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Kickstart fundraising
Running a fundraiser? Contact market manager Melekahana Kekahuna
Why we are Worth Checking Out
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Discover what makes Maku'u Farmers Market a beloved community destination:
Over 3,000 weekly visitors, creating a vibrant atmosphere
173+ vendors offering a diverse array of local products
Sprawling 5-acre open-air market, perfect for leisurely browsing
Proudly located on Hawaiian Homelands Farm Lots, supporting local agriculture
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We're thrilled to announce upcoming improvements to enhance your market experience:
Permanent vendor structures for improved stability and protection
Paved roads and paths for better accessibility in all types of weather
Upgraded bathrooms with increased capacity and improved amenities
Maku‘u Market's Impact
Maku'u Farmers Market is more than just a place to shop:
Our impact on the Community starts as a hub for community collaboration and economic development. Our upgrades will create new opportunities for Puna and Hilo residents while preserving the unique character of our beloved market.
Our Community Contribution
1.3 Milion+ visitors/customers served
31,856 Total Small business owners served & vendors hosted
Nearly $1,000,000 in EBT provided to the community
1573 + volunteer hours
338 organizational groups for Fundraising support (our free booth for keiki, fundraising, non profits) providing place and or donations.
Visit Us at the Market
Join us every Sunday to discover the best of local produce, crafts, and aloha spirit. Maku'u Farmers Market - where community thrives and local businesses flourish.
Running a fundraiser? Contact market manager Melekahana Kekahuna at (808) 430-7454 or melekahana@makuu.org.
Support us
Your gift will help us achieve our dream of creating a safe space for our community to learn, teach, interact, and serve one another through Native Hawaiian traditions.
Let’s Chat
Huuuiii, It is so nice to see your interest in joining our journey to a sustainable ʻAhupuaʻa in Makuʻu.
Please utilize this form to sign up or contact us for any project initiatives that may interest you. Our program coordinator will be in touch with you soon.
Mahalo nui!