Things to Do on O‘ahu in Summer 2026 (Part 1)
Celebrate diverse cultures at fun festivals, join a running or swimming race, see Earth, Wind & Fire in concert and more.
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We Tried It and You Can Too
22 fun and exciting things to do that we personally recommend.
A.I. Will Transform Disaster Management
Hawai‘i is already testing A.I. tools and systems that could save lives during weather emergencies.
Korean Dishes You Probably Don’t Know (But Should)
How well do you know Korean food? These traditional dishes go well beyond the familiarity of mandoo and kim chee.
Hawai‘i Folks in the News
From athletes to actors, these people from Hawai‘i are making their marks.
A Fresh Take: LEGO Lei
Natasha McKenna strings lei with hundreds of tiny LEGOs that resemble native flowers.
A New Chinatown Archway Is Expected to Open This Summer
The Kekaulike archway’s design will honor prominent Chinese community members.
Da ‘Ōpala Man’s a Hit on Instagram
The anonymous O‘ahu refuse collection operator offers a behind-the-scenes look at his job.
Protecting Hawai‘i’s Coral Reefs with a First-of-Its-Kind Insurance Policy
The Nature Conservancy hopes a recently renewed insurance policy can protect the Islands’ reefs for years to come.
Learn How to Engrave Your Own Hawaiian Jewelry with Royal Hawaiian Heritage Jewelry
In this jewelry engraving experience, you’ll learn traditional techniques to hand-engrave an initial on a sterling silver pendant.
Pale Papahele Tufted Yarn Creations Offer a Soft, Joyful Touch
Textile artist Anale‘a Kahaiali‘i tufts rugs and wall hangings in vibrant hues and designs inspired by Hawaiian and island motifs.
Sketches of Kaimukī: An Illustrated Ode to Life in Old Kaimukī
Hitoshi Hida’s architectural illustrations pay tribute to iconic spots in his favorite neighborhood.
