Stunning Lei from O‘ahu’s Lei Day Contest 2026
Hawai‘i lei makers once again graced the May Day lei contest with gorgeous submissions.
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Parade of Poke: All the New Poke Coming to Frolic’s May 16 Poke Fest
Here’s who‘s coming to the 2026 Poke Fest and the exclusive poke creations they’re serving.
Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: May 7–13, 2026
Shop thoughtful Mother’s Day gifts, admire amazing flower displays, join a wearable art parade, play at a kid-focused festival and more.
Who’s Celebrating Cinco de Mayo on This Taco Tuesday
The last time the stars aligned for this twofer was in 2020. Here’s where to celebrate doubly around O‘ahu.
Your Ultimate Guide to Concerts and Live Music in Honolulu
May the good times roll with these musicians across O‘ahu.
We Tried It and You Can Too
22 fun and exciting things to do that we personally recommend.
A.I. Will Transform Disaster Management
Hawai‘i is already testing A.I. tools and systems that could save lives during weather emergencies.
Korean Dishes You Probably Don’t Know (But Should)
How well do you know Korean food? These traditional dishes go well beyond the familiarity of mandoo and kim chee.
Hawai‘i Folks in the News
From athletes to actors, these people from Hawai‘i are making their marks.
Find Beautiful Blooms and Fellowship at Haus of Puas
The ‘Ewa Beach floral boutique offers 100% locally sourced flowers and products in addition to flexible wedding arrangements that meet queer couples’ needs.
A Fresh Take: LEGO Lei
Natasha McKenna strings lei with hundreds of tiny LEGOs that resemble native flowers.
A New Chinatown Archway Is Expected to Open This Summer
The Kekaulike archway’s design will honor prominent Chinese community members.
Da ‘Ōpala Man’s a Hit on Instagram
The anonymous O‘ahu refuse collection operator offers a behind-the-scenes look at his job.
Protecting Hawai‘i’s Coral Reefs with a First-of-Its-Kind Insurance Policy
The Nature Conservancy hopes a recently renewed insurance policy can protect the Islands’ reefs for years to come.
Learn How to Engrave Your Own Hawaiian Jewelry with Royal Hawaiian Heritage Jewelry
In this jewelry engraving experience, you’ll learn traditional techniques to hand-engrave an initial on a sterling silver pendant.
Pale Papahele Tufted Yarn Creations Offer a Soft, Joyful Touch
Textile artist Anale‘a Kahaiali‘i tufts rugs and wall hangings in vibrant hues and designs inspired by Hawaiian and island motifs.
Sketches of Kaimukī: An Illustrated Ode to Life in Old Kaimukī
Hitoshi Hida’s architectural illustrations pay tribute to iconic spots in his favorite neighborhood.
OurSpace Levels Up in Spacious New Digs in Kaka‘ako
The makerspace supports artists and entrepreneurs by providing production equipment, training and facilities.
Hawai‘i’s Top-Selling Cars
It’s probably no surprise that the Toyota Tacoma is Hawai‘i’s most popular car, but the RAV4 is gaining speed.
Pursuits: Ichthyologists Richard Pyle and Brian Greene Dive Deep
Richard Pyle and Brian Greene have devoted their careers to discovering and documenting marine life in the ocean’s depths.
Things to Do on O‘ahu in May 2026
Enjoy unlimited rosé and bites at a fashionable gala, try exclusive poke creations, frolic in a sunflower field and more.
All the Food You’ll Eat at This Saturday’s Filipino Fiesta
Flores de Mayo and Filipino Fiesta returns with a rice-inspired theme plus games, live performances and a balut-eating contest.
Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: April 30–May 6, 2026
Sip rosé at a fashion-forward soirée, attend a family-friendly foodie event, celebrate Lei Day, see an opera in ‘Ōlelo Hawai‘i and more.
