Epic Swim Maui: Swimming 160 Miles of Open Water for Ocean Health Awareness
Epic Swim Maui’s founder says there is now a proof of concept to turn the open water swim around the island into an ongoing event.
Outdoor News & Events
Your Insider Guide to Kimchi Day Festival
The celebration of Korean culture returns to Makiki with music and dance performances, a talent competition and jars upon jars of kim chee.
Your Insider Guide to Honolulu Pride Weekend 2024
We’ve got the must-know details about the parade, festival and all the vibrant events happening Oct. 17–20.
Things to Do on O‘ahu in October and November 2024
Spend an evening with John Legend, help clean up Kaimukī, sample premium sake and shop minerals and gemstones this fall.
7 Things to Do for Fall Break
Keep your keiki busy with these engaging activities while school is out Oct. 7–11, 2024.
Things to Do on Oahu in September 2024
Sample award-winning dishes at a circus-themed gala, watch new murals get painted and celebrate Indigenous cultures at a powwow.
Save the Date for Family Events This Fall
A dozen family-friendly happenings through October for you and the ‘ohana to look forward to.
We Tried It: Hawai‘i Polo Club in Waialua
Watch the competition, admire the horses, and take in oceanfront views—it’s polo season in Hawai‘i!
Things to Do on O‘ahu in June and July 2024
Celebrate culture and music at summer festivals, experience Maoli’s music live and catch a free outdoor movie at Waimea Valley.
Your Insider Guide to Honolulu Night Market: June 2024
Honolulu Night Market returns to Our Kaka‘ako on Saturday, June 8. Here’s everything you need to know about this popular block party.
Your Insider Guide to the Ko Olina Children’s Festival
Everything you need to know about this beachfront bash on Saturday, May 11.
Beautiful Winning Lei From the Lei Day Celebration Contest 2024
Hawai‘i’s talented lei makers showed out this May Day with dazzling submissions to the annual lei contest.
Explore the World’s Largest Native Hawaiian Plant Collection Online
Celebrate Earth Month and learn about native Hawaiian plants in Bishop Museum’s impressive Plants of Hawai‘i collection.
One Paddle, Two Paddle, All Locally Designed Pickleball Paddles
Score major style points with local pickleball gear.
Recreation Roundup for Sunny Summer Fun
Not sure what to do with your kids this summer? Look no further than our list of the best campsites and hikes on O‘ahu for the whole family.
Your Guide to Farmers Markets on O‘ahu
Explore O‘ahu farmers markets throughout the week for fresh produce, snacks, flowers and crafts.
Our Favorite Things to Do During Winter on O‘ahu
Go ice skating, marvel at a magic show, see the whales and run a marathon.
Mari’s Gardens Opens in Kailua
The green local business branches out with houseplants, flowers and fresh food.
Things to Do on O‘ahu in November 2023
Treat yourself to live music, theater and the largest food festival in Hawai‘i before the holi-daze happens.
Things to Do on O‘ahu in September 2023
Treat yourself to an evening of dishes from Hale ‘Aina award-winning restaurants, go to a block party in Waikīkī and sign up for Hawai‘i’s largest cycling event.
We Tried It: Surf Therapy
Blue Mind Surf Therapy offers workshops that combine the therapeutic power of surfing with mindfulness and self-awareness.
How to Watch Maui Ola: A Benefit Concert for Maui This Weekend
The fundraising concert will be livestreamed on HONOLULU’s website this Sunday, Aug. 20.
Why Hawai‘i’s Wildfires Are Growing Bigger and More Intense
The unfolding disaster on Maui is a sign of things to come as invasive grasses spread across the landscape and extreme rain-drought cycles intensify their fuel loads.
Unthirsty Plant Sale Returns: Save Water With Drought-Tolerant Plants
After a three-year break, the Unthirsty Plant Sale will be back on Saturday, Aug. 5, at the Hālawa Xeriscape Garden.
