Here’s the Entertainment Lineup for the Best of Honolulu Festival 2018
From ‘ukulele to ballet, the entertainers at this year’s Best of Honolulu Festival have a few tricks up their sleeves, or at least one of them does.
Arts & Culture
Kailua’s Pali Lanes Bowling Alley Temporarily Spared from Demolition
Kailua landowner slows its roll on Pali Lanes demolition proposal.
From Our Files: Moments from Hawai‘i’s Past–June Edition
A look back at Honolulu from 1948 to 2003. Stories taken from the archives of the Paradise of the Pacific and HONOLULU Magazine.
Ride a Wave Through Time in Ward Village’s New Summer Surfing Exhibition
“Summer Slide” pays homage to Hawaiʻi’s favorite pastime through vintage surf photography, three surf documentaries from around the world and a collection of surfboards.
Hawai‘i’s Veteran Comics Weigh In on Social Media Comedy
In light of our recent interview with local social media pros creating funny kine videos online, HONOLULU caught up with Hawai‘i comedians Andy Bumatai, Frank De Lima and Jose Dynamite to chat about what it takes to make it in the industry.
See Grammy Award-Winning Artist Melissa Manchester Live at The Royal Hawaiian
(Sponsored) Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter Melissa Manchester makes her return to the historic Monarch Room at The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort, on Sunday, June 24.
8 Things You Should Know About the Best of Honolulu Festival presented by American Savings Bank
What to bring, when to arrive and what booth to visit first at our annual free event.
Get Lost in Honolulu Museum of Art’s New Exhibition
“Making Waves” highlights works by women from the museum’s collection, including Kaua‘i-based artist Carol Bennett.
7 Iconic Sugar Mill Smokestacks That Still Stand Tall in Hawai‘i
The landmark smokestacks serve as daily reminders of these communities’ rich plantation history.
How Hawai‘i Comedians Are Using Social Media to Cash in on Local Culture
Viral videos and digital memes are the latest social media trend, delivering humorous skits and sketches straight to smartphones and tablets. Some comedians hope local kine videos lead to careers with real incomes.
Afterthoughts: Death Becomes Me
My morbid fascination continues with an unsettling art exhibit.
6 Must-See Honolulu Concerts to Catch in June 2018
From EDM to jazz to British reggae fusion, there is quite a mix of artists to check out this month.
7 Absolutely Free Honolulu Events to Check Out in June 2018
Whether it’s celebrating King Kamehameha Day at the park, watching a movie under the stars or enjoying some mango-inspired cocktails, this summer ought to be off to a good start.
Swing Back to 1945 with this Local World War II Film
“Last Taxi Dance” reignites the sexual and racial tensions of the last days of World War II in Honolulu—while celebrating Hawai‘i’s filmmaking community.
From Our Files: Moments from Hawai‘i’s Past–May Edition
A look back at Honolulu from May 1933 to 2008. Stories taken from the archives of Paradise of the Pacific and HONOLULU Magazine.
Roll of Honor: The Next 37 Titles on Our List of 50 Essential Hawai‘i Books
The voting was close enough we’re recognizing books that just missed making the list, as well as plays and guidebooks that our judges suggested. More to read this summer—and all year.
The Fine Print: How We Chose the 50 Essential Hawai‘i Books
What defines greatness? What matters most to us today? What will people actually (really) read? Those were some of the questions we faced while winnowing HONOLULU’s first-ever list of books every Islander should know, if not own.
Having Our Say: Two Gen X Writers on Their Essential Hawai‘i Books
Acclaimed poet Christy Passion and Kristiana Kahakauwila, author of short stories and a forthcoming novel, celebrate their literary communities and personal favorites.
How 56 Artists Fit Into 56 Boxes at the Hawai‘i State Art Museum
Celebrated contemporary artists come together for a unique pop-up exhibition at HiSAM featuring one-of-a-kind artworks in tiny metal tins.
Young Skateboarders Roll Out Efforts to Upgrade O‘ahu’s Skate Parks
How two groups of young skateboarders took matters into their own hands.
Field Notes: This Local Steampunk Group is Bringing Victorian-Era Fiction to Life
Field Notes explores Honolulu’s vast and varied scenes and subcultures. This month: Steampunk Hawai‘i.
You Can Now Take Honolulu Museum of Art’s Custom Coffee Blend Home with You
The HoMA Signature Blend combines Maui coffee with artsy packaging.
Your Ultimate Guide to the Hawaiʻi Book & Music Festival 2018
How to book swap, hear authors, watch dances, see Jake Shimabukuro and schedule it all at the annual free event.
7 Absolutely Free Things to Do in May 2018
It wouldn’t be May without a Lei Day celebration full of flowers, hula and musical performances. Plus, get your agricultural knowledge on “Nalo Style” at the Third Annual Parade of Farms or take a break from the heat for a free movie screening at the East-West Center.
