Best of HONOLULU Family 2022
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From best Korean fried chicken to banh mi, the best way to get into pickleball to best beach blanket, we pulled together the top food, fitness, shopping, services and family-friendly picks.
Cheer on dragon boat teams, party on the North Shore, listen to legendary live music, and get ready for back-to-school this weekend on O‘ahu.
Brace yourself for sugar highs to the max and whimsical fun at this Oreo-themed treat shop where everything is over the top.
Step into an iconic comic strip wonderland, search for clues to crack the code and meet the Peanuts characters in-person at this immersive exhibit on O‘ahu.
Follow this O‘ahu family’s jam-packed four-day itinerary exploring food, farms and fun towns.
Picnic in the park with the symphony, pick sweet summer corn, attend a concert in the company of wild animals and more!
After a two-year hiatus, the 50th State Fair is back! Here’s all you need to know about the jam-packed entertainment and family-friendly attractions at this summer’s festival at Aloha Stadium.
Chee-hoo from the top of the Century Wheel, stargaze on a rooftop, eat poke, take your family to the movies and more!
Make slime, learn to code and print a 3D creation at this community science discovery space at the O‘ahu mall.
Follow a local mom’s guide for summer vacation fun on the Valley Isle.
Watch soaring daredevils, swim with mermaids, bust a move in a break dance contest and more!
Gift them with these sweet surprises during Teacher Appreciation Week, May 2–6.
Swing to high heights at this shady park to enjoy Diamond Head views and catch a glimpse of giraffes peeking over the fence at the zoo.
Keep keiki’s hands busy with soft and squishy surprises, cool crafts and superpowered STEM projects—all created by O‘ahu moms.
Keep keiki’s hands busy by kneading, rolling and customizing these traditional treats.
Donate cans for a cause, help clean up an O‘ahu neighborhood and party in a bookstore this weekend.
Ninja warriors-in-the-making learn to focus and channel their energy at an outdoor mobile gym on O‘ahu.
Feel like a zoo VIP with exclusive access, active animals and cooler temperatures at this after-hours program.
Learn the ins and outs of horsemanship and animal care at this new keiki-friendly outfit in Waialua.
Sing like a Hawaiian animal, get your hands dirty in a lush valley, watch Moana set sail, zip through the darkness 40 feet above ground, and celebrate Malsasada Day.
A chic Kaimukī barbershop, bar and restaurant caters to kids with haircuts and cheddar grilled cheese.
Explore a jungle, swim beneath a waterfall and get hands-on with some Hawaiian cultural activities.
Tour the Mighty Mo for free, laugh with the Musubi Man, ring in the Year of the Tiger and secure a free culinary kit.
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.