We Tried It: Wave808 Karaoke
The new karaoke spot on Sheridan Street offers swanky rooms, high-tech karaoke equipment and a solid drink menu.
Family Activities
Beyond Ball Hawai‘i Is Changing The Way Keiki Play Sports
Husband-and-wife team Nohea Tano and Will Howard’s passion is to help keiki love, enjoy and stay in sports.
Cool Kids’ Camps for Fall 2023
This fall break, keiki can try something new that will inspire them for the rest of the school year and beyond.
Our Family Bucket List: Fall 2023
With school back in session and the holidays right around the corner, fall is a great time for families to carve out some bonding time.
How to Get Crafty With Your Kids
Whether you’re a teacher, passionate DIYer or busy mom, use these tips to get crafting with your keiki in a fun, easy and affordable way.
We Tried It: Hi Honey Farm Tour
Dress up as a beekeeper, hunt for the queen bee, watch newborn bees hatch, and taste 10+ local honeys at a lush farm on the North Shore.
Things To Do on O‘ahu Before the End of Summer
As Labor Day approaches, here are a few ideas to get—and keep—you in a summer state of mind.
Best Spots for a Family Picnic in Honolulu
Dine alfresco with your ‘ohana all year long at these idyllic picnic spots on O‘ahu.
We Tried It: Honolulu Zoo Society’s Wildest Show Summer Concert Series
Bask in fresh air, let the kids enjoy keiki activities, then listen to the sounds of local musicians after hours at the Honolulu Zoo.
8 Things To Do in Waikīkī
Whether you’re new in town, you’ve lived here your whole life or you’re just visiting, there’s something on this list for you.
A Local’s Guide to an O‘ahu Road Trip: Waimānalo to Kahana
Drive through 13 ahupua‘a as you shop for fresh finds, explore a hidden garden and eat your way up the coast of Windward O‘ahu.
Celebrate Your Inner Child With Mark Kanemura at I Am a Rainbow ‘Ohana Event
The free, family-friendly event at HiSAM will feature activities and performances themed around Kanemura’s new illustrated children’s book.
Hawai‘i Walls 2023: Learn the Story Behind Artist Jana Lam’s Tropical Dreamscape
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of her whimsical mural and the cool new accessory collection that inspired it.
Family-Friendly Beaches on Oʻahu
From Waikīkī to Ko Olina to Turtle Bay, O‘ahu boasts family-friendly beaches perfect for languid summer weekends.
Where to Take Your Kids for a Horseback or Pony Ride on O‘ahu
Giddy up! Your keiki will love walking, riding, grooming and feeding horses at these six locations.
Our Guide: Bon Dances for Beginners
Here’s what to do, eat and see at these traditional Japanese celebrations happening on O‘ahu this summer.
Hawai‘i State Public Library System’s Summer Reading Challenge
Here’s all you need to know about the annual reading program and kick-off event, plus some insider advice from a librarian.
We Tried It: Summer Sunflower Event at Waimānalo Country Farms
Soak in the beauty of Hawai‘i, take cheerful Insta-worthy family photos and sip fresh-squeezed lemonade at this family-run farm in Waimānalo.
We Tried It: Bowling at Lucky Strike
Bowl, play and snack at this luxe, high-tech bowling alley, arcade and dining hot spot at Ala Moana Center.
Explore These Free Museums on O‘ahu
O‘ahu has a museum for nearly everything—from art and Hawaiian history to police, fire and fighter jets. The best part? Many are free!
Join Artist-Led, Family-Friendly Workshops at HiSAM’s Super Saturday
It’s all about creating art inspired by art during a fun-packed day for keiki and ‘ohana at the Hawai‘i State Art Museum on Saturday, May 20, 2023.
We Tried It: Wai Kai Lagoon and Surf Park in ‘Ewa Beach
We hit O‘ahu's West Side for a day of play at the new ‘Ewa Beach activity center.
6 Places Where You Can Meet Baby Animals on O‘ahu
Here are the petting zoos, parks and family-run farms where you can have interactive animal experiences on O‘ahu.
We Tried It: Keiki at Play
We attended a playgroup in Honolulu where kids can explore, build confidence and social skills!
