Celebrating Wāhine Awards 2026
We highlight 37 women who have made impactful contributions to the community, asking them about the purpose they find in their work and to offer advice to others.
Author: Admin Staff - Tom McGinty
3 Alfresco Dining Spots in Kaka‘ako
At the end of a long day, sometimes all we want is casual alfresco dining with free parking. We rounded up three easy-breezy spots.
2026 HONOLULU Book Awards
This year’s five honorees bumped an already high bar set by our 2023 and 2024 winners.
2027 College Guide: Getting Ahead
In a challenging job market, it’s critical for students to seek internships and other work opportunities, along with on-campus experiences, throughout their college years.
What You’ll Find at The Silos at the Waialua Sugar Mill
The Silos at the Waialua Sugar Mill is a hub for community and creativity on the North Shore.
O‘ahu Grazers Provides Natural Vegetation Management With Sheep and Goats
O‘ahu Grazers brings sheep and goats to graze at solar farms, fire-prone areas and other sites that need vegetation management.
Welcome to B+HARI Brain Class
Attendance has grown steadily as kūpuna, business executives and others aim to improve their cognitive functioning and stave off dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease.
Coffee Meets Chocolate at Mānoa Chocolate’s Café
Mānoa Chocolate’s new venture puts chocolatey coffee drinks front and center.
What the Aloha Stadium Swap Meet Means to the Community
Behind the T-shirts and trinkets, the Aloha Stadium Swap Meet has maintained its community vibe for 47 years.
The Waikīkī Community Center Is for Kūpuna, Keiki and Everyone in Between
This resource in Waikīkī offers something for everyone, from senior fitness classes to craft workshops.
New Local App Helps Businesses Reduce Food Waste While You Save Big
Save a Bite partners with local bakeries, pizza shops and other eateries to sell mystery boxes of discounted excess food.
New in Town
Places and activities that have opened recently, featured in HONOLULU Magazine.
2027 College Guide: Curing Island Fever
Attending college in Southern California has brought new experiences, homesickness and perspective.
Lahaina Is Still Healing Three Years After the Wildfires
A Buddhist priest, a Hawaiian cultural practitioner and husband-and-wife restaurateurs reflect on what has happened since the Maui fires.
Pursuits: Lifeguard Joey Cadiz’s New Calling Brings Him Full Circle
His instincts kicked in when he raced to rescue North Shore families during the Kona low floods. Now, that’s opened a new chapter.
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.
Chinatown’s New Thai-Lao Eatery is an Actual Hidden Gem
Find Saap Rai behind the butcher shops deep inside O‘ahu Market.
Foodie Films at Hawai‘i International Film Festival Serve Up Different Degrees of Satisfaction
Driven by different quests, “Purehearted” and “The Dating Menu” are worlds apart.
Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: Oct. 8–14, 2026
Watch pickleball pros in action, take a LEGO workshop, see fireworks at the waterpark, walk for a cause and more.
Your Guide to Farmers Markets on O‘ahu
Explore O‘ahu farmers markets throughout the week for fresh produce, local eats, flowers and crafts.
Things to Do on O‘ahu in October 2026
Cheer on competitive pickleball players, celebrate Honolulu Pride, see a Hawaiian history-inspired musical and international films and more.
We Tried It: North Shore Huaka‘i Shuttle to Support Local Businesses
The roundtrip service to Waialua and Hale‘iwa brings people and dollars to spur economic recovery after the Kona low storms.
Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: Oct. 1–7, 2026
Celebrate Filipino American History Month, pau hana at architecture firms, play at a kid-centric festival, listen to poetry and more.
Paradise Ciders Returns to Townside With a New Taproom
Guava Lava, Mango Daze and other drinks from Hawai‘i’s only dedicated cidery are on tap in Mapunapuna and Mililani.
Something Special is Blooming this Holiday Season
(Partner Content) Tickets Now Available for Nā Lehua Marketplace & Festival at the Hawai‘i Convention Center
New York Times Lists Maze Honolulu Among Its 50 Favorite Restaurants in the Country
The Kaka‘ako prix-fixe destination is getting a lot more recognition lately.
Side Street Inn Just Opened in the Old Westman Café/Bills Waikīkī Spot
With the full Side Street Inn menu, a 10% kama‘āina discount and validated parking.
Pumpkin Patches and Fall Festivals on O‘ahu
Take a tractor ride, choose the perfect pumpkin, pick your own produce and celebrate the season at a bustling block party.
Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: Sept. 24–30, 2026
Discover Korean traditions, see a floral parade, bike around the island, hike in the moonlight and more.
6 Hojicha Treats to Try on O‘ahu
Get your fill of roasty, toasty hojicha with shave ice, cheesecake and lattes galore.
What to Watch at This Year’s Hawai‘i International Film Festival
The 46th annual HIFF runs Oct. 21–Nov. 5 on O‘ahu, then Nov. 6–15 on the Neighbor Islands. Pay special attention to these 18 highlights.
Your Insider Guide to the Hawai‘i Pacific Health ESPN Honolulu Open
Hawai‘i’s largest pickleball tournament returns to the Hawai‘i Convention Center from Oct. 8–11.
Taste of Ward — A Culinary Showcase
The third annual Taste of Ward begins today, September 16th through 30th. Enjoy exclusive menus and special offers while supporting more than 25 Ward Village eateries and shops for a celebration…
Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: Sept. 17–23, 2026
See Fijian styles on the runway, watch a show about endangered species, party on Kalākaua Avenue, take a free class at the YMCA and more.
Lemon Crunch Shave Ice? Blueberry Cream Cheese Crush? Farm-to-Spoon Shave Ice Comes to Diamond Head Market & Grill
Kelvin Ro’s cheffy shave ice creations are the latest new iteration at the 26-year-old eatery.
ICYMI: The 2026 Hale ‘Aina Gala Takes Guests on a Culinary Escape to Fantasy Island
HONOLULU Magazine’s annual Hale ‘Aina Celebration transformed The Kāhala Hotel & Resort into a tropical Fantasy Island filled with award-winning bites, creative cocktails and plenty of island-inspired adventure.
Your Insider Guide to the Mid-Autumn Festival and Parade
Celebrate the harvest season, eat mooncakes and gaze at the moon in Chinatown on Saturday, Sept. 19.
Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: Sept. 10–16, 2026
Celebrate Aloha Festivals in West O‘ahu, admire aluminum can masterpieces, taste taro varieties, rock out to a show with Alanis Morissette tunes and more.
Ein Prosit! Where to Celebrate Oktoberfest on O‘ahu
Check out 11 places around the island to celebrate with German beer, bratwurst and plenty of lederhosen.
Books to Celebrate Latine and Hispanic Heritage Month in Hawai‘i
From poetry to picture books, read through these titles to celebrate our local Latine and Hispanic cultures!
What’s Open or Closed in Honolulu for Labor Day
Your guide to which Honolulu City and County services will be available or suspended in observance of Labor Day on Monday, Sept. 9, 2026.
Your Insider Guide to Megabon
Experience Osaka vibes at this this massive Japanese festival on Saturday, Sept. 12.
What to Eat During September’s Okinawan Feastival in Honolulu
Okinawan Festival is this weekend. During Okinawan FEASTival, 20 restaurants are serving traditional and new creations Sept. 7–21.
Your Guide to the Perfect Labor Day Weekend in Honolulu: Sept. 3–9, 2026
Feast at the Hale ‘Aina Gala, cheer on the Rainbow Warriors, admire pastel paintings, celebrate Hawaiian History Month and more.
2026 Hale ‘Aina Award Winners: The Best Restaurants in Hawai‘i
Congratulations to this year’s Hale ‘Aina Award winners announced on June 9, 2026.
Dishes That Define O‘ahu
From chichi dango to lau lau stew to char siu croissants, our food reflects our stories.
2026 Hale ‘Aina Awards: Chao Restaurant Group Wins Restaurateur of the Year
Behind the unconventional rise of Chao Restaurant Group, helmed by Chancelor Kim and Dong Dang.
2026 Hale ‘Aina Awards: Best New Restaurant Chao Hawai‘i Is Playfully Viet-Inspired
Chao’s roots are traditional, though its approach is a different story. Get the scoop on some of the restaurant’s popular dishes.
