Your Insider Guide to Honolulu City Lights
Free, festive fun pops up in two locations this holiday season starting on Saturday, Nov. 29.
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What’s Open or Closed in Honolulu for Christmas
Your guide to which Honolulu City and County services and retail stores will be available on Christmas Eve and Christmas 2025.
Celebrate New Year’s Eve With Parties, Fireworks and More Events
Hau‘oli Makahiki Hou! Ring in 2026 with fireworks, ball drops, parties and dazzling events across O‘ahu.
The Ultimate Guide to Holiday Happenings on O‘ahu
Here’s the rundown of all the holiday events across the island where you can get festive through the end of the year.
Your Insider Guide to ’Twas the Light Before Christmas on Ice
Skate on an 8,000-square-foot ice rink and explore an immersive winter wonderland at the Hawai‘i Convention Center.
Honolulu Pride: LGBTQIA+ Events in December 2025
Catch Kalani Pe‘a’s Hawaiian Christmas Show, enjoy a screening of Miracle on 34th Street and slay (or sleigh) at a holiday-themed drag show.
When and Where to See Big Wave Surf Events This Winter
Check out the winter swells and epic surf meets happening through February (if the conditions are right).
Things to Do on O‘ahu in December 2025 and January 2026
Revel in a Christmas snow and light show, join the Honolulu Marathon, greet the new year sunrise, cheer on the world’s best golfers and more.
Where to Get Black Friday and Small Business Saturday Deals on O‘ahu
Here are details on deals, extended shopping hours and special perks at malls and local boutiques on Friday, Nov. 28, and Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025.
Your Insider Guide to Keep It Kaimukī Saturday
Shop the neighborhood’s small businesses via trolley and score exclusive holiday deals on Saturday, Nov. 29.
We Tried It: In The Southern Sun Immersive Art Exhibit by Pow! Wow!
Explore a vibrant collection of murals, installations and multi-sensory artworks curated by Kamea Hadar in the heart of Waikīkī.
Your Insider Guide to Kimchi Day Festival
The hit festival returns to Makiki with delicious kim chee, K-Pop song and dance competitions and a won bok-tossing contest.
How Cool! Explore HoMA’s New Breeze Block Exhibition Let Trade Winds Flow
Midcentury architecture fans—you won't want to miss Let Trade Winds Flow.
Can’t-Miss Local Holiday Markets and Craft Fairs on O‘ahu
Mark your calendar for these pop-up markets and fairs and get ready to shop small!
Honolulu Pride: LGBTQIA+ Events in November 2025
Enjoy the gut-busting company of comedians Trixie and Katya, catch the sunset at Hula’s and take a booze cruise.
This Holiday Season, Give the Gift of Experience
In lieu of ordinary holiday presents, send family and friends to workshops, tours and events.
Things to Do on O‘ahu in November 2025
Snag dining deals during HONOLULU Restaurant Week, celebrate Makahiki, welcome the holiday season at Honolulu City Lights’ opening night and more.
’Twas the Light Before Christmas Returns on Ice This Holiday Season
The holiday immersive event will transform Hawai‘i Convention Center with lights, music, a Christmas market and an ice skating rink.
Everything to Do on Halloween Night on O‘ahu
No plans for tonight? Here’s everything from trick-or-treating for kids to costume parties, haunted houses and more for adults.
All the Spooky, Scary, Tricksy Halloween Fun on O‘ahu
Spooky season is on. Here’s where you can chase ghosts, pick pumpkins, scream your head off or parade your fabulous costume.
IONA Contemporary Dance Theatre Celebrates 35th Anniversary With “A Night at the Museum”
Immerse yourself in the elaborate performances and costumes of IONA Contemporary Dance Theatre as it takes over Capitol Modern for First Friday, Nov. 7.
A Foodie’s Guide to Halloween Happenings
Where to find Halloween bars, bar crawls, costume contests and food, sake and beer tastings through Oct. 31.
Japan, South Korea, Philippines, Scotland: 4 Foodie Films to Watch at HIFF
From fishing to oatmeal to kaiseki, these films remind us of the deeper power of food.
What to Watch at This Year’s Hawai‘i International Film Festival
The 45th annual HIFF runs Oct. 16–26 in Honolulu with a new format.
