Your Soundtrack
to a Warm
Island-Style Holiday
Whether you grew up listening to these classics or you are discovering them for the first time, Hawaiian Christmas songs capture a spirit that is playful, peaceful, and deeply welcoming. They drift through local shops, echo across family gatherings, and brighten long flights on the way to the islands. They are a soundtrack that instantly brings a little more aloha into the season.
Below is a curated playlist of timeless Hawaiian Christmas favorites. These songs range from true island standards to modern holiday staples and are perfect for trimming the tree, cooking a holiday meal, or bringing a touch of Maui into your home wherever you are in the world. Enjoy the music, soak in the warmth, and let the sounds of the islands carry you into the Christmas spirit.
Listen to Our Hawaiian Christmas Playlist
This playlist includes Hawai‘i classics, nostalgic local favorites, and peaceful carols that carry the sound of the islands.
The Best Hawaiian Christmas Songs of All Time
Below are the songs found on the playlist, along with a short note on why each track remains a holiday staple.
Why Hawaiian Christmas Music Feels So Special
Hawaiian Christmas music blends the best of both worlds. You hear the bright tones of ʻukulele and slack key guitar. You hear the ease and joy that are such essential parts of Hawaiian culture. Many songs include Hawaiian-language verses or phrases like Mele Kalikimaka, which give the music a feeling that is unmistakably local. These songs capture island holiday traditions, family gatherings, and the warm glow of a Maui sunset during the season.
Bring a Little Holiday Aloha into Your Maui Trip
If you are planning a winter getaway to Maui, these holiday songs pair beautifully with some of the island’s best seasonal experiences. Many visitors spend Christmas exploring Maui’s beaches, waterfalls, and ocean activities, and you can browse ideas in our Maui Activities Guide.
Enjoy a Maui Sunset Dinner Cruise
For an unforgettable holiday evening, the Maui Sunset Dinner Cruise is one of the island’s most festive ways to celebrate Christmas on the water. Soft lighting, island music, and warm ocean breezes make it a memorable night at sea.
Snorkel Molokini on a Holiday Morning
Clear water, calm conditions, and festive island spirit create a relaxed setting for a holiday adventure. If you want a classic warm-weather Christmas activity, the Molokini Snorkel Tour brings guests to one of Maui’s most iconic reefs. It is a peaceful way to start a December morning.
Experience Maui Whale Watching
December through April is peak whale season, and a Maui Whale Watching Tour is one of the island’s most inspiring winter experiences. Watching humpback whales breach against a backdrop of warm sunshine and blue water feels like a holiday gift all its own.
If you’re planning your trip, our Maui Activities Articles offers plenty of ideas and inspiration.
of the islands
carry you into
the season
Hawaiian Christmas music has a special way of slowing life down. The glow of the holidays blends with the warmth of the islands, and for a moment everything feels calm and familiar. Whether you are listening from Maui or thousands of miles away, these songs bring a little more aloha into your season.
For more ideas on what to do during the holidays, our Top Maui Activities Guide is a helpful place to start. We hope this playlist adds comfort, joy, and a touch of island spirit to your celebrations. From our Pride of Maui ‘ohana to yours, Mele Kalikimaka and happy holidays.
