How to Celebrate Lunar or Chinese New Year in Hawai‘i
Revisiting a classic guide: If you want to usher in good luck in 2025, here are timeless tips from a local Chinese American family.
Things To Do
If You Like to Drink Beer After a Run, Check Out These Free Run Clubs
Many will let you join just by showing up. And there’s always a post-run pau hana at a local brewery or restaurant.
Slither into the Year of the Snake at the Chinatown Festival & Parade
Chinatown 808 is set to ring in the Year of the Snake with its signature Chinatown Festival & Parade, presented by American Savings Bank, on Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025.
Honolulu Pride: LGBTQIA+ Events in January 2025
Catch Bianca Del Rio’s new comedy tour, attend the 2025 Hawai‘i State Harm Reduction Conference and pitch a business idea.
Where to See Neighborhood Christmas Lights on O‘ahu
Take a photo trip down Christmas Lane in Mililani and Waipahu.
HONOLULU Magazine’s Top 10 Stories of 2024
The stories that drew the most readers this year covered everything from events and holiday celebrations to brunch and Best of HONOLULU.
We Tried It: Bumper Tubing at Hawai‘i Water Sports Center
We sped through the water holding on to a bumper tube for dear life.
Cirque du Soleil: ‘Auana Is a Thrilling, World-Class Spectacle
The new show at the Outrigger Waikīkī Beachcomber Hotel melds Native Hawaiian culture with Cirque’s renowned artistry.
Honolulu Pride: LGBTQIA+ Events in December 2024
Check out a collection of Hawai‘i Quilts from the National AIDS Memorial and keep holiday cheer alive by volunteering at the Kaimukī Christmas Parade and the Honolulu Zoo.
Things to Do on O‘ahu in December 2024 and January 2025
See Hawai‘i’s first Cirque du Soleil residency show, laugh along with Frank DeLima and cheer on football and golf games this winter.
15 Fun Group Activities to Do with Visiting Friends and Family This Holiday Season
Create new memories with your out-of-town guests, whether they’re from Hawai‘i or elsewhere.
Holiday Crafts and Recipes to Try with Your Family This Year
Activities to keep keiki busy all season long.
Unwrap Local Gift Ideas at This Year’s Keep It Kaimukī Saturday
(Partner Content) This holiday season support local, and have a jolly good time at this free family- and pet-friendly event Saturday, Nov. 30.
We Tried It: Assisted Stretch at StretchLab
Franchised outlets are opening across the island, including the newest in Kaka‘ako. Here’s what goes down during an “assisted stretch.”
Honolulu Pride: LGBTQIA+ Events in November 2024
Catch an LGBTQIA+ variety show at Hawai‘i Theatre, volunteer at the Honolulu Zoo and meet some new faces at a board game pau hana.
Things to Do on O‘ahu in November and December 2024
Laugh it up with comedian Jo Koy, explore special menu deals during HONOLULU Restaurant Week, enjoy a holiday immersive and more.
Passion for Fashion at Capitol Modern
Slow fashion by local brands Heavenly and Crystal Rose Label rules the runway on First Friday, Nov. 1.
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.
A Culinary Celebration at Ward Village
Dine your way through the neighborhood at the inaugural event, Taste of Ward.
Honolulu Pride: LGBTQIA+ Events in October 2024
Celebrate the annual Honolulu Pride Parade and Festival, make memories at Rainbow Prom and scream/rave at They SLASH Them.
’Twas the Light Before Christmas, Hawai‘i’s New Immersive Holiday Experience, Opening at the Hawai‘i Convention Center on Nov. 22
(Partner Content) Sign up for first access to tickets when they go on sale.
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.
