Gorgeous Winning Lei from O‘ahu’s Lei Day Contest 2025
Hawai‘i lei makers wowed again with fantastic submissions to this year’s May Day lei contest.
Arts & Culture
In the Mood for Lei: Where to Take Lei-Making Classes on O‘ahu
Here’s where to celebrate Lei Day: we’ve rounded up the many places offering intro classes on the Islands’ signature floral craft.
Mu‘umu‘u Moments
The classic Hawai‘i garment feels decidedly fresh again, with local designers dreaming up exciting iterations for all occasions.
Pancit, Halo Halo, Malunggay Flan: All the Food Coming to Saturday’s Filipino Fiesta
With a message of solidarity after last weekend’s tragedy in Vancouver, the Fiesta will be a show of cultural pride.
Your Insider Guide to the Hawai‘i Triennial
Admire 100+ artworks themed around Aloha Nō at venues across the state from Feb. 15 to May 4, 2025.
Experience the Mod Gala, a Fashion-Forward Fundraiser at Capitol Modern
You’re invited to “Botanical Rhapsody: A Floral Odyssey,” a night of music, fashion and culinary delights in support of Friends of Capitol Modern.
Ceramicist Kana Ogawa Finds Joy Between Kintsugi’s Gilded Lines
“While I’m physically putting those puzzle pieces back together, it recreates a beautiful connection between the things we use and each other.”
5 Wayfinding Reads to Celebrate 50 Years of Hōkūle‘a
In honor of the voyaging canoe turning 50 this month, learn more about the traditions of wayfinding with these books.
HONOLULU Spotlights the First-Ever Celebrating Wāhine Awards
Now through March 31, 2025, nominate the women you feel are paving the way, inspiring others or just doing great things for our community.
Feed Your Artistic Appetite With Fishschool Classes
At Fishschool, the studio part of Fishcake, local teachers like 104-year-old Esther Nowell show you’re never too old for art.
Your Insider Guide to Hōkūle‘a’s 50th Birthday Celebration
Tour Hawai‘i’s iconic voyaging canoe, learn about wayfinding, party at a star-studded gala and more from March 8–14.
See the Scholastic Art Award Winners at Capitol Modern
The awards ceremony kicks off the start of the exhibition on March 1, with the art on view through April 1.
See Hawai‘i Triennial 2025’s Featured Artists at Capitol Modern
Hawai‘i Triennial starts on Saturday, Feb. 15, with Capitol Modern one of the venues hosting art exhibitions and free public events.
Honolulu Pride: LGBTQIA+ Events in February 2025
Celebrate Galentine’s Day with a mixer, enjoy a new hula show and see a play about the romance between Kamehameha III and his joint king.
A Conversation with Kamalani Hurley, Author of Kaho‘olawe: The True Story of an Island and Her People
Hurley’s upcoming book has been named a Junior Library Guild Gold Standard and earned a starred review from the School Library Journal.
Potter Skye Yonamine Finds Beauty in the Perfectly Imperfect
Meet Skye Yonamine of Earth & Skye Ceramics whose art balances striving for perfection while embracing disruption.
The Hawai‘i State Archives Is Home to the Largest Vintage ‘Ukulele Collection in the World
The collection includes more than 28,000 phonographic records and 650 instruments.
Breaking Tradition
Hawai‘i author Virginia Loo channels her great-grandmother as she reflects on her journey on becoming a single mother.
Dive Into Artist Mark Cunningham’s Cache of Found Ocean Objects
The champion bodysurfer and career lifeguard has been diving for decades on the North Shore and now turns his ocean finds into art.
Learn to Love Yourself in Artist Kris Goto’s Book Beeeeeee Yourself
The alphabet book for adults features 26 whimsical illustrations.
Things to Do on O‘ahu in February 2025
Catch a romantic Josh Tatofi concert, explore the Hawai‘i Triennial art exhibitions across the island, join the Great Aloha Run and more.
Gorgeous Mu‘umu‘u Worn at Mu‘u at the Museum 2023
Decked out in stunning new and vintage mu‘u and holokū from iconic Hawai‘i designers, guests celebrated Mu‘umu‘u Month at Queen Emma Summer Palace.
Stunning Mu‘umu‘u Worn at the 2024 Mu‘u at the Museum
Guests showed off vintage and Eastern-influenced mu‘umu‘u in honor of Queen Emma’s 188th birthday.
Punahou Carnival’s Art Gallery Is a Fundraising Powerhouse
This year, Hawai‘i’s largest pop-up art show will feature 250 artists and about 1,200 pieces. The artwork, like in past years, is expected to rack up enormous sales during the two-day celebration.
