Best of HONOLULU Family 2026
It’s time to celebrate the family-friendly winners of our annual readers’ choice awards, with a few editors’ picks to round them out. Discover the best brownies ever, local stores for keiki books, play spaces, golf activities, party rentals and more!
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All Our Favorite Soups in Honolulu
There's nothing better on a chilly day than tucking into one of these comforting bowls.
Your Ultimate Guide to Runs, Walks, Swims and Cycling Events on O‘ahu
Get outside, get moving and get in shape with our handy guide to awesome outdoor fitness events on O‘ahu.
Where to Take Fun Classes on O‘ahu
New year, new hobbies, crafts and skills for you to acquire at studios and community centers around town.
Where to See Cherry Blossoms on O‘ahu
Hawai‘i’s cherry blossom season has arrived! Here’s where you can view the lovely flowers in bloom.
41 Amazing Things to Do
Add these to your 2026 bucket list.
New & Coming Restaurants on O‘ahu
Notable openings include a new steakhouse, tempura bowls and matcha; plus the latest on Alan Wong’s and a coming beer bar.
A Conversation with Lauren Trangmar, Author of An Illustrated Map Book of Hawai‘i
We spoke to the artist about the process of illustrating this compendium of Hawai‘i maps, flora and fauna.
Frolic’s Top 10 Most Popular Posts of 2025
Readers loved new grocery stores, foodie news and a good burger—and came out with a surprise No. 1.
What’s Open and Closed in Honolulu for New Year’s Day
Your guide to which city services will be available or suspended on Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026.
Who Has the Best Cake Noodles? 200 People Weighed in, So We Tried Their Top Picks
It’s a question for the ages—and for Melissa Chang and Gregg Hoshida, reason enough to taste-test. Here are their findings.
Your Insider Guide to Honolulu City Lights
Free, festive fun pops up in two locations this holiday season starting on Saturday, Nov. 29.
