Learn How to Make Your Own Lei Po‘o for Lei Day
May Day is Lei Day in Hawai‘i. Find out how to make a lei po‘o, also known as a haku lei, with tips from the team at Paiko and flowers from Cindy’s Lei and Flower Shoppe.
Author: Marisa Hartzell
HONOLULU Staff Favorites: The 6 Best Grilled Cheese Sandwiches on O‘ahu
Celebrate National Grilled Cheese Day (April 12) with one of our favorite versions of the childhood classic.
Your Ultimate Guide to the 2019 Mōʻiliʻili Summer Fest
It’s time to celebrate the vibrant culture of one of Honolulu’s most historic and diverse neighborhoods at the Mōʻiliʻili Summer Fest. Here’s everything you need to know about the 8th annual event.
A Local’s Guide to Buying Reef-Safe Sunscreen in Hawai‘i
Five Hawai‘i brands have created reef-safe sunscreens that are safe for your ‘ohana and the ocean. Think of it as a win-win for you and the environment.
Oʻahu Hike We Like: Koko Crater Trail
Brace yourself for the railway stairs that will take you about a mile straight up to a breathtaking 360-degree view of the East Side with a heavy cardio workout.
Earth Day 2019: 7 Eco-Warriors Weigh in on How to Live a Sustainable Life
From educators to a fishery-to-table liaison, these local eco-warriors give us their suggestions to live more sustainably.
Earth Day: These 9 Eco-Friendly Products Will Help You Save The Planet
Kick the single-use plastics and pack your homemade lunch with these reusable wraps, utensils and lunch boxes.
9 Honolulu Concerts to Catch in April 2019
Hear the best in classic jazz from Jeff Goldblum, Hawai‘i’s reigning Island-music artists and more live in Honolulu this month.
7 Eco-Friendly Cups, Flasks and Bottles You Can Buy on O‘ahu
Wondering how to celebrate World Water Day the right way? Opt for a reusable, collapsible and stylish drink container for your next sip on the go.
10 Local Ocean-Friendly Restaurants on O‘ahu to Try Now
These restaurants and cafés hold themselves to a higher eco-standard that make deciding where to eat for ocean-minded people an easy decision.
7 Can’t-Miss Honolulu Concerts to See in March 2019
Whether you feel like listening to contemporary jazz, Latin music or electronic dance-floor beats, catch the best in each genre live in Honolulu this month.
5 O‘ahu Valentine’s Day Dates for Every Couple
Whether you’re looking to swoon your adventurous, artsy or luxury-loving partner, we have you covered with these Valentine’s Day itineraries.
5 O‘ahu Valentine’s Day Dates for Every Couple: The Ballers
Take your date to new heights.
5 O‘ahu Valentine’s Day Dates for Every Couple: The Art of Love
O Lover, Where Art Thou?
5 O‘ahu Valentine’s Day Dates for Every Couple: Frugal, Fun and Flirty
Be a budget baller on your next date.
5 O‘ahu Valentine’s Day Dates for Every Couple: The Adventurers
Eat, kayak, love.
5 O‘ahu Valentine’s Day Dates for Every Couple: Isn’t It Romantic
Even better than a horse-drawn carriage.
Your Ultimate Guide to Pow! Wow! Hawaiʻi 2019
With block parties, art exhibitions and a big finale bash at the ʻAlohilani Resort, it’s Kakaʻako’s most eventful annual makeover.
5 Free Events in Honolulu in February 2019
Watch as Kakaʻako gets its annual mural makeover, ring in Chinese New Year and enjoy the best ʻukelele virtuosos in the world this month.
7 Can’t-Miss Concerts in February 2019
From timeless reggae classics from UB40 to instrumental jazz-fusion from Yellowjackets, catch the best in every genre in Honolulu this month.
5 Honolulu Concerts You Can’t Miss in January 2019
Start your year with music from the past and present, from the best of the ’80s with Lionel Richie to club hits from Rae Sremmurd.
5 Free Events in Honolulu in January 2019
Start your year by giving back and remembering a simpler time, participating in a beach cleanup on the North Shore and attending a two-day Pacific Island Arts Festival.
13 Can’t-Miss New Year’s Celebrations to Kick off 2019 in Honolulu
Whether your ideal way of ringing in the new year is at a cocktail party, a family-friendly circus-themed event, or a three-course dinner, we have you covered.
7 Free Events in December 2018
Gift shopping got you on a tight budget? From a holiday block party to an open dance class, check out these free events to offset your busy month with a little holiday spirit.
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