Things to Do on O‘ahu in April 2025
Celebrate Scottish culture, see a rousing musical about Tina Turner’s rise to fame, nom on fair food and Spam creations and more.
From the Magazine
Sport Native Hawai‘i Birds as Adorable Hair Clips
A team-up for endemic species awareness by local artist and conservation biologist Ariel Imoto and Danya Weber, founder of Laulima.
North Shore Residents Push Back Against a New Luxury Development by Areté Collective
Developer Areté Collective is building 20 resort condos amid community concerns about coastal erosion, habitat loss and cultural preservation.
Onepa‘a Hawai‘i Turns Industrial Trash into Beachwear Treasure
Using Econyl, a nylonlike fabric regenerated from discarded industrial plastic, Onepa‘a Hawai‘i makes sustainable swimwear and hats.
“A Little Gardening” Over the Years Grows Into a Lush Sanctuary
Sheldon Nagata transformed his weed-filled Punchbowl property into a green wonderland, finding his passion in the process.
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.”
Hawai‘i Prepares to Welcome America’s First Atlantis Resort at Ko Olina
Atlantis will build a lavish $2 billion resort next to Disney’s Aulani.
Kaukau and Kūkākūkā: A Talk with Hawai‘i State Senator Brenton Awa
Thankfully, Hawai‘i state Sen. Brenton Awa’s colorless lunch didn’t keep him from saying some colorful things.
The Best Playgrounds on O‘ahu
With basketball courts, ocean views and amazing play structures, these playgrounds are among our favorites from across the island.
Celebrate Hawai‘i’s Trees During the Year of Our Community Forests
Learn about trees, pick up free native plants and stickers, volunteer with conservation organizations and more ways to get involved.
HONOLULU Family’s 2025 Hawai‘i Summer Programs Guide
Brush up on art, enhance your academics, or learn how to play an instrument or a new sport this summer.
How Healthy Are We, Really?
With rising cancer and diabetes rates and the myriad diseases prevalent among Native Hawaiians and those in underserved communities, Hawai‘i isn’t the model of health it’s touted to be.
All in the Family: Dr. Christina Marzo Advocates for Her Patients
Dr. Christina Marzo, a family physician, wants to help her patients make the right decisions for themselves and their ‘ohana.
6 Questions You’re Too Shy to Ask When Dining Out
When to send food back? What’s a kitchen service fee? We ask restaurateurs for answers about awkward aspects of dining out.
No Pain, A Lot to Gain: Dr. Jerald Garcia Leads in Chronic Pain Management
Meet our cover doctor, Dr. Jerald Garcia, who offers comprehensive, one-stop chronic pain management at the Hawai‘i Institute for Pain.
John Signor Sets the Stage for Cirque du Soleil: ‘Auana With a Hawaiian Nose Flute
Musical director John Signor leads up to the show with a quiet yet powerful guitar and Hawaiian nose flute performance.
Meet the Designer of Active by Teal, the Trendsetting Jumpsuit Brand
Teal Kealohi Salvador’s activewear brand has garnered a cult following among Gen Z fitness fans for its ultra-chic jumpsuits.
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.
Things to Do on O‘ahu in March 2025
Celebrate the crossover of Japanese and Hawai‘i culture, cosplay at Kawaii Kon, get your brunch on at BrunchFest, jam with Kehlani and more.
Q&A With Representative Kim Coco Iwamoto
In her third try, in 2024, Kim Coco Iwamoto finally defeated longtime incumbent Scott Saiki to represent District 25 in the Hawai‘i House of Representatives, which includes Ala Moana, Kaka‘ako and Downtown. We check in as part of ongoing discussions with local leaders.
Say Goodbye to Plastic Water Bottles With the Mananalu Water and Boomerang Partnership
Hawai‘i-born actor Jason Momoa is committed to replacing them with recyclable aluminum bottles.
Charm Abounds at Kaimukī’s Newest Gift Shop, Small Kine Gift
The boutique stocks giftable artwork, books, homewares, souvenirs and snacks along with playful in-house merch.
