Honolulu Pride: LGBTQIA+ Events in September 2025
Celebrate māhū voices at Māhū Madness, catch the classic Bogart-Hepburn film The African Queen and learn about ancient Hawaiian fishing practices.
Music
Your Ultimate Guide to Concerts and Live Music in Honolulu
You’ll remember that night in September with these musicians across O‘ahu.
Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: Sept. 4–10, 2025
Feast at the Hale ‘Aina Gala, see ballet inspired by Impressionist art, learn about tribal heritage, celebrate Hawaiian History Month and more.
Your Guide to the Perfect Labor Day Weekend in Honolulu: Aug. 28–Sept. 3, 2025
Cheer on the Rainbow Wāhine volleyball team, play at the ‘Ewa Carnival, attend a swimwear fashion show, see a new deep sea exhibit and more.
Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: Aug. 21–27, 2025
Attend a Hawaiian festival, vote for the best bao buns, watch a piano contest, cheer on the Rainbow Warriors and more.
Save the Date: Can’t-Miss Family-Friendly Events on O‘ahu in 2025
Your cheat sheet to exciting family-friendly events from summer through the end of 2025.
Your Insider Guide to the 31st Made in Hawai‘i Festival
The 31st annual Made in Hawai‘i Festival returns on Aug. 15–17. Here’s what you should know before you go.
Honolulu Pride: LGBTQIA+ Events in August 2025
Volunteer at a cat shelter, catch a screening of the 1974 film Murder on the Orient Express and squad up for kickball.
Your Insider Guide to the 2025 Korean Festival
Eat creative kim chee dishes, bop to K-pop music, see taekwondo moves and enjoy authentic activities at this cultural showcase.
Kenny Endo in His Prime
After 50 years of taiko drumming, Hawai‘i’s master taiko ambassador remains as passionate as ever, and he’s celebrating his golden anniversary with concerts, workshops, demonstrations and more.
Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: July 17–23, 2025
Compete in or spectate Hawai‘i’s largest outdoor volleyball event, watch top-notch hula, attend a garden fair, listen to ‘ukulele tunes and more.
Best of HONOLULU 2025: Entertainment & Leisure on O‘ahu
The best new attraction, free hobbies, adult art classes and more of the best ways to have fun on O‘ahu.
Kenny Endo Marks His 50th Anniversary as a Master Taiko Drummer
His anniversary celebration will span Aug. 9–15 with concerts, workshops, presentations and a film screening.
Pursuits: Thunderstorm Artis on Discovering His Voice
Thunderstorm Artis, a singer-songwriter from Hale‘iwa, won raves for his soulful American Idol performances.
Sig Zane Designs and Chinatown Social Club Team Up on Kanikapila
The collab project Kanikapila showcases performances by well-known and up-and-coming local musical artists on social media and YouTube.
Your Insider Guide to Midsummer Night’s Gleam
Experience a magical evening of lights, live music, food, cultural performances and activities on Saturday, July 19.
Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: July 10–16, 2025
Find a page-turner, see a surf flick, meet farm animals, be among the first to hear Henry Kapono’s new EP and more.
Local Musical Peace on Your Wings Travels to Hiroshima for the 80th Anniversary of the Atomic Bombings
The ‘Ohana Arts production tells the story of Sadako Sasaki, known for folding 1,000 paper cranes to wish for her recovery from radiation-based leukemia.
Honolulu Pride: LGBTQIA+ Events in July 2025
Meet Jewels Sparkles of RuPaul’s Drag Race for brunch, catch a burlesque variety show and pitch a business idea.
Your Guide to the Perfect 4th of July Weekend in Honolulu: July 3–9, 2025
Connect science with Hawaiian culture, feed butterflies, eat andagi at a bon dance, hear classical music in the park and more.
In Hawaiian Hands: The Story of Reggae in Hawai‘i – Part II: Jawaii Examines Jawaiian Music
The documentary series explores not only how reggae arrived here, but also how it shaped and evolved our local music culture.
Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: June 26–July 2, 2025
Race in Waimea Bay, see a sushi knife demo, celebrate World Ocean Month, attend an outdoor concert and more.
