Things to Do on Oahu in September 2024
Sample award-winning dishes at a circus-themed gala, watch new murals get painted and celebrate Indigenous cultures at a powwow.
Arts & Culture
Bretman Rock Launches a Podcast for the Baddies
DaBaddest Radio is your new hub for Bretman Rock content, airing every Thursday.
Home of the Tigers: McKinley High School’s Artist Legacy
A new exhibition at the Honolulu Museum of Art celebrates the many McKinley High School alumni who have made an impact on modern art.
Don’t Miss HoMA’s Fashioning Aloha Exhibition
Leaving Sept. 1, this exhibition is a fun and colorful exploration of alohawear’s origins, cultural crossovers and signature motifs.
The Maui Wildfires, A Year Later: Part 2
We follow up with Lahaina wildfire survivors—a Buddhist priest and a teacher of ‘ōlelo—to see how they’re faring one year later.
Honoring the Stories of Lahaina and Maui
As rebuilding after the wildfires continues, we encourage everyone to remember and celebrate the stories of Lahaina and Maui.
HONOLULU Magazine Wins 8 Awards for 2023
We’re honored to take home first, second and third place awards from the Society of Professional Journalists Hawai‘i Chapter for work we published last year.
Best of HONOLULU Family 2024
From a bakery for keiki treats to party entertainment, cat café to luxe picnics, we pulled together the top places to play, shop, eat, learn and more for the whole ‘ohana.
Save the Date for Family Events This Fall
A dozen family-friendly happenings through October for you and the ‘ohana to look forward to.
Cirque du Soleil: ‘Auana Debuts in December
The Hawai‘i-inspired Cirque du Soleil production will meld hula and acrobatics.
New in Town: Summer 2024
New places we’ve spotted across the island include O‘ahu’s first adults-only hotel, a free art gallery and a Japanese grocery.
Things to Do on O‘ahu in July and August 2024
Catch Carrie Underwood and Kapena live, celebrate all things ‘ukulele, get inked at a tattoo expo and enjoy local music in the open air.
Homecoming for Long-Lost Native Hawaiian Artifacts
Hawai‘i receives the largest repatriation of Native Hawaiian artifacts in history.
The Cricket Scrolls: Unearthed Gems in HoMA’s “Miyabi” Exhibition
Discovering the true history of the 240-year-old cricket scrolls, which are now on view to the public for the first time.
Pacific Pride: The 13th FestPAC Hits Our Shores
The 13th Festival of Pacific Arts & Culture comes to Hawai‘i for the first time with multiple venues on O‘ahu hosting exhibits and performances.
3 Can’t-Miss Children’s and Teen Reads for June
Just in time for summer, explore three new books for young readers, from littles to teens, by Pasifika authors.
The Historic Hawai‘i Foundation Celebrates 50 Years
A look at the local advocacy group’s historic preservation efforts then and now.
June Finds: What’s In This Summer
A new poolside hangout, Island-inspired cakes, seashell sculptures and Hawaiian swimwear to rock in the sun.
Better Together: A New Artist Space for Weird Friends
Formerly known as Lana Lane Studios, the artist collective Weird Friends has made a new home in Kaka‘ako.
Things to Do on O‘ahu in June and July 2024
Celebrate culture and music at summer festivals, experience Maoli’s music live and catch a free outdoor movie at Waimea Valley.
Capitol Modern Invites You to the 13th Festival of Pacific Arts & Culture
The museum is one of the main host sites of the largest celebration of Pacific Islanders from June 7–14.
Your Insider Guide to the 2024 Pan-Pacific Festival
The Pan-Pacific Festival returns after a five-year break with performances by international and local artists, a ho‘olaule‘a and a bon dance.
Celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with Shangri La
The center’s “8x8: Source” exhibition shares a unique view into the diverse voices and creativity of artists across Hawai'i.
These Foodie Craft Classes Nourish Mind and Soul
You can’t eat anything you make, but beginner-friendly classes at Fishcake’s Fishschool are a fun way to feed your inner foodie.
