The Ultimate Guide to Hiking on O‘ahu
We've rounded up the best hikes and trails in town, Central O‘ahu, East O‘ahu, West O‘ahu, Windward and North Shore.
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We've rounded up the best hikes and trails in town, Central O‘ahu, East O‘ahu, West O‘ahu, Windward and North Shore.
A giant spin wheel, rainbow road and swings make this park extra fun and vibrant.
Cheer on dragon boat teams, party on the North Shore, listen to legendary live music, and get ready for back-to-school this weekend on O‘ahu.
Songs, dancing, books and arts and crafts make this weekly excursion a favorite for this ‘ohana.
Spend those lazy summer days with these picks from Hawai‘i‘s state librarians.
From Ko ‘Olina to Turtle Bay, O‘ahu boasts family-friendly beaches perfect for languid summer weekends.
This year’s reading challenge runs now through July 30.
Breath in, breath out—this tranquil park surrounded by nature is the quiet break parents need during the middle of a busy week.
This oceanside playground on O‘ahu’s North Shore gives kids room to roam and parents space to breathe.
Swing to high heights at this shady park to enjoy Diamond Head views and catch a glimpse of giraffes peeking over the fence at the zoo.
Abundant shade, swings and a mini zip line make this O‘ahu park a regular visit for our family.
Learn about the endangered koholā—and maybe spot a few—during Spring Break.
Get arts-and-craftsy, watch Moana in Hawaiian, buy Girl Scout cookies and feed baby goats this weekend on Oʻahu.
Visit a pop-up market for earth-friendly and vintage items, make crafts and feed a lion for the Lunar New Year, visit Mr. Chickenpants and buy a sweet treat for a cause.
Tour the Mighty Mo for free, laugh with the Musubi Man, ring in the Year of the Tiger and secure a free culinary kit.
Upcycle holiday cards, wrapping and illustrations into a box to hold all your wishes for a new year.
Walk into a snow globe, roller skate and shop, create art at one museum’s final free day for 2021 and find out how much time you have left for some popular holiday events.
Colorful paper, a good pair of scissors (or cutting machine) and a little glue are all you need for handmade decorations that pop.
Celebrate Christmas in the country, create art after-hours, watch a royal tale, say ‘aloha’ to Shaka Santa, and register for a marine-themed camp.
Need more ideas for your mischievous elf? From disco parties and “elfies” to zip lining, we round up more than 20 of our favorite elf scenes.
Shop for more than 300 local vendors, clean up a town park, donate clothing and toys and sign up early for keiki holiday workshops.
Create binary code, ice cream and your own lip balm at a free virtual fair, get a free tree and reserve your space in holiday workshops before they fill up.
This shady, short-but-sweet Honolulu hike with a reward at the end is a hit with kids, as long as parents are OK with a little mud.
Paint an ocean predator, walk for animals in need, meet a cast of wicked characters, namaste on the water and hunt for creepy critters.
From plantation towns to planned communities, Central O‘ahu has its share of secret spots, a bumper crop of bowling alleys and neighborhood eats.
We celebrated National Take a Hike Day (Nov. 17), with a round up of our top picks for the best hikes on the Island.
Not willing to change her identity to be part of the industry, Mahina Florence is at the height of her career because of her flawless Hawaiian complexion, strong athletic build, and friendly aloha spirit.
These restaurants and cafés hold themselves to a higher eco-standard that make deciding where to eat for ocean-minded people an easy decision.