Thousands descended on Kapiolani Park Saturday for the Okinawan Festival, which over two days is expected to draw about 50,000 people. In its 31st year, the Okinawan Festival is a big Labor Day weekend destination for food, entertainment, culture and activities.
The festival continues Sunday from 9 a.m.; Craft Gallery and Children’s Games close at 4:30 p.m.; most food booths & tents close at 5 p.m. For more information, here’s our full festival preview.
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Keep an eye out for sushi hand rolls and cocktails, pour-over coffee and French toast and pancakes.
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Follow the scent of grilled meats to the old Meadow Gold parking lot.
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Keep an eye out for sushi hand rolls and cocktails, pour-over coffee and French toast and pancakes.
Honolulu’s first modern tea restaurant has delicious milk tea, laksa and sweet toasts six days a week except Thursdays (for now).
Follow the scent of grilled meats to the old Meadow Gold parking lot.
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