2021 Hawai‘i College Guide: HONOLULU Magazine’s Tips to Navigating the Road to College
Ready, set, college!
Author: Ashley Mizuo
Your Essential Guide to the 2019 Lantern Floating Ceremony
When it comes to the largest Memorial Day observance in the United States, you’re going to want to be prepared.
Meet the 96-Year-Old Author Sharing the Untold Stories of Japanese Picture Brides
After 35-plus years as a dressmaker, author Barbara Kawakami went back to school, earned a college degree and published her first book—about plantation clothing—at age 53, followed by the award-winning “Picture Bride Stories” in 2016.
From Our Files: Moments from Hawai‘i’s Past–December Edition
A look back at Honolulu from December 1932 to 1997. Stories taken from the archives of Paradise of the Pacific and HONOLULU Magazine.
From Our Files: Moments from Hawai‘i’s Past–November Edition
A look back at Honolulu from November 1917 to 1987. Stories taken from the archives of Paradise of the Pacific and HONOLULU Magazine.
Hau‘oli Lā Hānau: Celebrating Local Company Anniversaries—September Edition
Every month, we celebrate the anniversaries of local companies and organizations. This month: A helping hand, a Waikīkī mainstay, a school of firsts and a historic church.
Field Notes: Play Ultimate Frisbee in the Sun and Sand at Sherwood Beach
Field Notes explores Honolulu’s vast and varied scenes and subcultures. This month: Ultimate Frisbee.
From Our Files: Moments from Hawai‘i’s Past–September Edition
A look back at Honolulu from September 1937 to 1997. Stories taken from the archives of Paradise of the Pacific and HONOLULU Magazine.
Downtown Honolulu Gets a New Bookstore at The Arts at Marks Garage
Books at Marks carries used books, comics, CDs, cassettes and vinyl records.
Fukushima Dance Club Pays Homage to Japanese Culture
The dance club splits up to attend and perform at about 10 bon dances a season.
The Reel Impact: Here’s How the Film Industry Really Affects Hawai‘i
The film industry brings much more than A-list celebrities and road closures.
The 8 Best Things To Do in September 2017
Browse free museums, watch a late-night brawl, cheer for your favorite NBA team and more.
From Our Files: Moments from Hawai‘i’s Past–August Edition
A look back at Honolulu from August 1937 to 1992. Stories taken from the archives of Paradise of the Pacific and HONOLULU Magazine.
Hau‘oli Lā Hānau: Celebrating Local Company Anniversaries—August Edition
Every month, we celebrate the anniversaries of local companies and organizations. This month: A revamped source of entertainment, legal aloha, slippers and malassadas.
First Look: Drips Burgers
If you’ve ever wondered if someone is only dating you for your looks, eat a messy Drips burger in front of them.
The 7 Best Things To Do in August 2017
We’ve got the perfect way to end your summer: musical nights, gardening, sake tasting and more.
In Case You Missed It: Here’s a Glimpse of the Last King Tide of the Summer
Didn’t make it to the beach last weekend? Don’t worry—we took photos.
Hau‘oli Lā Hānau: Celebrating Local Company Anniversaries—July Edition
Every month, we celebrate the anniversaries of local companies and organizations. This month: A Hawaiian church, a media mainstay and a North Shore purveyor of delicious treats.
Jurassic World is Back Filming on O‘ahu, Watch Out for Traffic (and Dinosaurs)
Keep your fingers crossed for a Chris Pratt sighting.
Q+A: Mark Villaver, Local B-Boy Turned Viral Video Star and World-Touring Dancer
Catch Honolulu native Villaver on “So You Think You Can Dance” on Monday, June 12, on Fox.
These Volunteers are Sewing 40-Foot Plumeria Lei for Kamehameha Day
Members of Hula Hālau Ka Liko O Ka Palai string plumeria flowers to honor King Kamehameha.
Is Your Pet Model Material? It Could Be Featured in a 2018 Calendar
For the 15th year, the Hawaiian Humane Society wants photos of Hawai‘i’s most photogenic pets for its annual calendar.
This Colorful Performance Turns Dancers into Human Paintbrushes and Canvases
Using bright paints and fluid movements, IONA Contemporary Dance Theatre blends art and dance in the old Sports Authority space.
Everything You Need to Know About Hawai‘i’s Record-Breaking King Tide
What is a king tide and when will it occur again?
21 Wins for HONOLULU Magazine at the Hawaiʻi Publishers Association Pa‘i Awards
HONOLULU Magazine snags awards in more than half of the categories at this year’s Hawaiʻi Publishers Association Awards.
8 Late-Night Things To Do and Places to Eat in Honolulu
Who said everything closes at 9 p.m. in Hawaiʻi? These spots are open until at least midnight.
5 Powerful Moments You Missed at the 2017 Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards
Hawaiʻi’s biggest night of music had some jaw-dropping moments.
What We Wore: 2017 Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards
See what guests wore to this year’s Hawaiian music awards on May 20 at The Hawai‘i Convention Center.
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From plantation towns to planned communities, Central O‘ahu has its share of secret spots, a bumper crop of bowling alleys and neighborhood eats.
We celebrated National Take a Hike Day (Nov. 17), with a round up of our top picks for the best hikes on the Island.
Not willing to change her identity to be part of the industry, Mahina Florence is at the height of her career because of her flawless Hawaiian complexion, strong athletic build, and friendly aloha spirit.
These restaurants and cafés hold themselves to a higher eco-standard that make deciding where to eat for ocean-minded people an easy decision.