8 Amazing Things to Do With Kids
Make childhood even more magical for your keiki with these bucket list experiences on O‘ahu.
Author: Laura Dornbush
Your Ultimate Guide to the 2025 Punahou Carnival
Find out what to eat, buy, see and play at this year’s carnival on Friday, Feb. 7, and Saturday, Feb. 8.
Your Insider Guide to the Chinatown Festival & Parade
Watch lion dances, eat jai, play in the keiki bounce zone and more at this all-day block party celebrating Chinese New Year on Jan. 25.
Ring in the Year of the Snake With Lion Dances, Firecrackers, Parades and More
Celebrate Lunar New Year and welcome good fortune for 2025 with these festivities across O‘ahu.
Celebrate New Year’s Eve With Parties, Fireworks and More Events
Hau‘oli Makahiki Hou! Ring in 2025 with parties, ball drops, fireworks and all the festive flair.
Your Insider Guide to Honolulu City Lights
Get festive with a block party, electric light parade, holiday concert, larger-than-life decorations and keiki train rides.
Your Insider Guide to ‘Twas the Light Before Christmas
Step into a 32,000-square-foot winter wonderland at the Hawai‘i Convention Center this holiday season.
Your Insider Guide to Honolulu Pride Weekend 2024
We’ve got the must-know details about the parade, festival and all the vibrant events happening Oct. 17–20.
7 Things to Do for Fall Break
Keep your keiki busy with these engaging activities while school is out Oct. 7–11, 2024.
Best of HONOLULU Family 2024
From a bakery for keiki treats to party entertainment, cat café to luxe picnics, we pulled together the top places to play, shop, eat, learn and more for the whole ‘ohana.
Save the Date for Family Events This Fall
A dozen family-friendly happenings through October for you and the ‘ohana to look forward to.
4 Family-Friendly Staycations
Plan a visit to these kid-friendly resorts on O‘ahu with fall kama‘āina deals.
In Waimānalo, Sunflowers Are Grilled and Sprinkled With Cheese
We’re reposting this classic because grilled blooms are back at Waimānalo Country Farms until July 4.
We Tried It: Hawai‘i Polo Club in Waialua
Watch the competition, admire the horses, and take in oceanfront views—it’s polo season in Hawai‘i!
7 Things to Do for Father’s Day 2024
Take Dad to jam to ’70s music, admire cool cars, indulge in barbecue eats, go fishing and more ways to spend Father’s Day on Sunday, June 16.
Your Insider Guide to the Ko Olina Children’s Festival
Everything you need to know about this beachfront bash on Saturday, May 11.
9 Things to Do for Mother’s Day 2024
Make lei po‘o, shop local fashion and jewelry, laugh at a comedy show, take family photos, sip something bubbly and more.
7 Things to Do During Spring Break on O‘ahu
Keep your keiki busy with these camps and adventures across the island.
7 Kaua‘i Staycation Deals for Kama‘āina
Island hop to the Garden Isle and save on your hotel stay.
We Tried It: Ke‘alohi Surf’s LED Stand-Up Paddleboard Tour
Nightlife never looked so bright on O‘ahu’s North Shore.
Family Night Out: 8 Things to Do on O‘ahu
Check out these excuses to stay up past bedtime.
7 Hawai‘i Island Staycation Deals for Kama‘āina
Need an escape from the city hustle and bustle? Squeeze in a much-needed getaway to Hawai‘i Island for less with these hotel rates exclusively for locals.
Shop Holiday Craft Fairs on O‘ahu
Check off your gift list and support small businesses at these festive markets.
Ones to Watch: 14 Local Rising Stars
These actors, singers and performers are making names for themselves on the big stage—and making Hawai‘i proud.
Escape Right Here on O‘ahu
Solve riddles, search for clues and race the clock to break out of these family-friendly escape rooms across the island.
Mom Talk: Q&A With Wāhine Rise Founder Marisa Guerrero
This O‘ahu mom shares how a ladies night pau hana inspired a women-empowering empire.
Mom Talk: Q&A With Liliko‘i Project Hawai‘i Founder Christian Whitney
A Honolulu Executive helps elevate local moms into entrepreneurs.
Our Family-Friendly Guide to San Diego
A Honolulu mom shares a kid-friendly itinerary for your winter or spring break trip to San Diego.
Live Theater Shows for Families This Fall on O‘ahu
Get your tickets for these kid-friendly stage shows before they sell out.
Mom Talk: Q&A with News Anchor Yunji de Nies
The TV personality from Hawai‘i Island shares how she strives for balance on and off the screen.
Mom Talk: Q&A With Pamela Strode of Strode Montessori
The founder of the first Montessori daycare and preschool on O‘ahu shares tips for a smooth back-to-school transition.
We Tried It: Hi Honey Farm Tour
Dress up as a beekeeper, hunt for the queen bee, watch newborn bees hatch, and taste 10+ local honeys at a lush farm on the North Shore.
Best Spots for a Family Picnic in Honolulu
Dine alfresco with your ‘ohana all year long at these idyllic picnic spots on O‘ahu.
Hawai‘i State Public Library System’s Summer Reading Challenge
Here’s all you need to know about the annual reading program and kick-off event, plus some insider advice from a librarian.
Mom Talk: Q&A With April Hail of Keiki Kaukau
This Hawai‘i-based toy tycoon shares how she finds balance and keeps the stress of mom life in perspective.
We Tried It: Summer Sunflower Event at Waimānalo Country Farms
Soak in the beauty of Hawai‘i, take cheerful Insta-worthy family photos and sip fresh-squeezed lemonade at this family-run farm in Waimānalo.
We Tried It: Bowling at Lucky Strike
Bowl, play and snack at this luxe, high-tech bowling alley, arcade and dining hot spot at Ala Moana Center.
9 Unique Local Treats and Gifts to Thank Our Teachers
Support local and show appreciation for our school teachers with these sweet surprises during Teacher Appreciation Week, May 8–12.
We Tried It: HONOLULU Family Keiki Krafts Presented by City Mill
Get creative and hands-on at these free monthly keiki workshops that are fun for the whole family.
We Tried It: DIY Lei for Lei Day
What: DIY your own plumeria lei Who: Ideal for ages 4 and up. Our group included my 6-year-old son and our friends, sisters ages 4, 7 and 9. Where: Find plumeria blooms in your neighborhood or buy loose blooms from a…
Playgrounds With Swings on O‘ahu
We’ve got the scoop on the location of your keiki’s favorite playground attraction, albeit few and far between.
Outdoorsy Birthday Party Ideas on O‘ahu
We’ve rounded up four out-of-the-box, into-nature O‘ahu party venues for kids that will entertain your keiki while keeping it easy for parents.
We Tried It: Roller Skating at Kiha Public Skate
What: A roller skating class and open-skate session Who: A group of 6-year-old friends Where: A warehouse in Kapolei When: A Saturday afternoon from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. A fter…
Mom Talk: Q&A With Merchandise Maven Tiana Gamble
This girl mom and bikini boss dishes about how starting a side hustle turned into owning three thriving businesses.
We Tried It: The Magical Mystery Show! at Hilton Waikīkī Beach Hotel
Be dazzled and amazed by the world’s best magicians and learn a few tricks of your own at this Waikīkī parlor.
Girl Scout Cookie Season in Hawai‘i is Here!
Pre-order your favorite Thin Mints, Samoas, and Trefoils or find a cookie booth near you. Plus, you can try a brand-new cookie, too.
We Tried It: iTrampoline
Let your keiki bounce off the walls (literally) on 10,000 sq. ft. of trampolines at this larger-than-life jump and play space.
We Tried It: Ice Palace Hawai‘i
After 2.5 years, you can once again skate, glide and sip hot chocolate for a wintery outing right here on O‘ahu.
Best Local Hot Cocoa to Keep Keiki Cozy
A holiday must-have, hot chocolate takes on many fun forms at these spots across O‘ahu.
We Tried It: Backyard Adventures Exhibit at Bishop Museum
Dress up like a bug, try out animal night vision and play video games to investigate the science found all around your backyard.
