Sweet Treats: New Zealand-Style Real Fruit Soft Serve Arrives in Kailua
Perfect Day is making these lingering hot days more delicious.
Author: Admin Staff - Lou Badillo
All the Spooky, Scary, Tricksy Halloween Fun on O‘ahu
Spooky season is on. Here’s where you can chase ghosts, pick pumpkins, scream your head off or parade your fabulous costume.
Your Ultimate Guide to Concerts and Live Music in Honolulu
No tricks, only treats with these musicians across O‘ahu.
Why McDonald’s Hawai‘i Has the Only Fried Apple Pies in the Country
Reprising this classic because everywhere else in the U.S. (except one spot), they’re baked.
Chao Brings Modern Vietnamese Shine to an Unlikely Stretch of Nu‘uanu
Think buttery pasta, grilled octopus and roasted bone marrow with Vietnamese touches—and chicken pho for the soul.
Honolulu Pride: LGBTQIA+ Events in October 2025
It’s Pride month! Fly your flag at the Honolulu Pride Parade and Festival, join a community 5K and enjoy a family day at the Honolulu Museum of Art.
Yonpachi Is a New Star Among Honolulu’s Udon Shops
Find chewy, silky house-made noodles, lunch sets and izakaya dishes at the corner of McCully and Young.
Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: Oct. 2–8, 2025
Pau hana at architecture firms, feast on tofu, play 12+ sports, meet John John Florence and more.
Wailuku’s Wehiwa Aloy Is Ready for His Shot at Big-Time Baseball
Aloy was tapped as a first-round draft pick by the Baltimore Orioles in July.
The Path to Pro
Pursuing professional sports is an arduous, costly journey, requiring grit and an all-in commitment from young athletes and their families. So why does the dream burn so big in Hawai‘i?
Why Are We So Anxious?
Anxiety is on the rise, and women are more than twice as likely to develop an anxiety disorder over their lifetimes.
2026 Hawai‘i College Guide
Give your future college student the best leg up with our Hawai‘i College Guide that covers preparation guidance like finances and testing.
Pursuits: Matty Wong Is the Reel Deal
Matty Wong is the first person from Hawai‘i to qualify for the highest level of professional bass fishing tournaments.
Going Pro Isn’t for the Feeble
Hawai‘i has an abundance of elite athletes vying for sports glory despite the odds of success.
Meet Designer Miles Endo of Light Fixture Specialist Studio Endo
Studio Endo designer Miles Endo draws from the worlds of taiko and photography to create luxuriously modern light fixtures.
Our Favorite Local LGBTQIA+-Owned Stores and Eateries
Where to shop and dine local during Hawai‘i’s Pride Month.
2026 Hawai‘i College Guide: A Local Kid's Guide to Surviving College
Tips to stay on top of academics, money and more.
Holo Holo Music Festival Comes to O‘ahu for the First Time
On Oct. 18 and 19, the Holo Holo Music Festival gathers island and reggae musicians at Bishop Museum for an all-star concert.
2026 Hawai‘i College Guide: Preparing for College in High School
A student’s involvement sets the foundation for college acceptance—and beyond. Here’s how to build that foundation with strength and purpose.
A New Generation of Mixologists Is Raising the Bar for Craft Cocktails
Craft cocktails have gone mainstream in Honolulu. Meet some of the mixologists leading the charge.
Build Better With Surf Blocks Made From Recycled Surfboard Foam
A Maui architect has created an eco-friendly building material that uses surfboard Styrofoam waste in its composite concrete.
Things to Do on O‘ahu in October 2025
Dive into local architecture, celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival, go on a boozy brunch shopping spree, join the Honolulu Pride festivities and more.
New Hawaiian Heirloom Jewelry Collection Hiluhilu Brings Us Back to Our Roots
Hiluhilu is a collaboration between Kumu Hula Sonny Ching and local jewelry labels Paradisus and Jason Dow Jewelry.
4 Toys Adults and Kids Can’t Get Enough Of
Adults are purchasing blind boxes and other toys alongside kids.
Pitch in for 19th Century Baseball With the Aloha Vintage Base Ball Association
A Waikīkī artist is reviving 19th century baseball in Hawai‘i—and he’s looking for players to field more teams.
Hot Jobs of the Future: A State Forecast for 2032
Here are the industries where new jobs are expected to open in Hawai‘i.
2026 Hawai‘i College Guide: Landing a Job
Colleges are designing new AI tools, internship opportunities and courses to better equip students for post-graduation careers.
New in Town
Places and activities that have opened recently, featured in HONOLULU Magazine.
This Off-the-Grid Maui Escape Melds Striking Design With Self-Sufficiency
Hawai‘i Off Grid’s recent project in northeast Maui takes climate-forward design to new heights.
2026 Hawai‘i College Guide: Pursuing a “Dying” Field
If journalism is dying, I’ll just learn how to chase ghosts.
2026 Hawai‘i College Guide: Timeline to Success
Here’s how to manage the road to college admission over the four years of high school.
4 Dubai Chocolate Desserts You Can Still Find on O‘ahu
If you love Dubai chocolate treats, you’re still in luck.
Asian Flair Meets Tropical Touches in This Hawai‘i Kai Kitchen Renovation
Cue the gorgeous quartz waterfall countertop and bamboo flooring.
This Midcentury ‘Āina Haina Remodel Is Replete with Japanese and Scandi Touches
Blueprint808 makes a creative statement in an East Honolulu remodel with multipurpose and midcentury elements.
Custom Picture Windows and Glass Doors Give This Kāne‘ohe Abode a Light, Airy Feel
The Glass Guru of Honolulu used mirrors and glass to bring in the sunshine and maximize ocean views.
Aging in Place: 14 Modifications to Make Your Home Safer for Seniors
Helpful tips from the certified aging-in-place experts at Graham Builders.
‘Ōhi‘a-Etched Glass and Wavy Limestone Tile Turned This 1960s Home Into a Modern Retreat
Reimagined floor plans and elements of nature breathe new life into this Haʻikū Plantations abode.
Home Tour: Get a Peek Inside Director Bryan Spicer’s Kāne‘ohe Bay Oasis
From sweeping views of the Ko‘olau’s to a dreamy outdoor shower—we chat with builder Homeworks Construction about all the gorgeous details.
Helpful Tips for Building a Hawai‘i Home That Lasts
We tapped the experts at Homeworks Construction for the best ways to ensure a home’s longevity.
A Dated 1970s Kitchen Undergoes a Modern Hawaiian Transformation
A classic Ha‘ikū Plantation kitchen is transformed into a modern entertainment and dining space with cabinetry by Hawai‘i Kitchen & Bath.
These Coastal Furniture Pieces Make it Feel Like Summer All Year Long
Head to apt. by Homeworld for beachy bedroom sets, rustic-modern storage solutions and dining pieces replete with natural elements.
Engineered Quartz or Natural Stone: Picking the Right Material for Your Home
The experts at Selective Stone break down the differences and give us the scoop on the latest surface trends.
Light Woods and Gold-Veined Stone Lend a Beachy Vibe to This Revived Lanikai Kitchen
When renovating his own home general contractor Mark Librie turned to Pacific American Lumber for quality finishes.
A Waterfall, Fire Pit and Bears, Oh My! Charm Abounds at this East O‘ahu Pool
Renovated by Pacific Pool & Spa, this luxurious outdoor living area provides quiet repose for an East O‘ahu couple.
Take a Look Inside HPM Building Supply’s New O‘ahu Design Centers
The new 7,000-square-foot center offers three showrooms and access to designers, products specialists and building professionals.
Foodflash: Nami Kaze Is Closing Next Month. Jason Peel Tells Us Why
“There’s a lack of passion and loyalty and accountability” in the industry, Peel says. “I need to step back, downsize and rebuild.”
With New Hawaiian Style Seafood Co., Waikīkī Becomes a Lobster Roll Destination
Feast Mānoa’s Jon Matsubara opens a new lobster roll and seafood spot—a block from Waikīkī’s two lobster roll specialists.
Your Insider Guide to the Mid-Autumn Festival
Celebrate the harvest season at this year’s Mid-Autumn Festival in Chinatown on Saturday, Oct. 4.
All Our Favorite Pasta in Honolulu
Finally, all the spaghetti, pappardelle, gnocchi and other pasta dishes our foodie team craves.
