New in Town
Places and activities that have opened recently, featured in HONOLULU Magazine.
HONOLULU Magazine - October 2025
5 Stunning Kitchen and Bath Makeovers by NKBA Hawai‘i Designers
(Sponsored) Before & After: These show-stopping kitchen and bathroom renovations blend modern features with Hawai‘i touches.
Wailuku’s Wehiwa Aloy Is Ready for His Shot at Big-Time Baseball
Aloy was tapped as a first-round draft pick by the Baltimore Orioles in July.
The Path to Pro
Pursuing professional sports is an arduous, costly journey, requiring grit and an all-in commitment from young athletes and their families. So why does the dream burn so big in Hawai‘i?
Why Are We So Anxious?
Anxiety is on the rise, and women are more than twice as likely to develop an anxiety disorder over their lifetimes.
2026 Hawai‘i College Guide
Give your future college student the best leg up with our Hawai‘i College Guide that covers preparation guidance like finances and testing.
Pursuits: Matty Wong Is the Reel Deal
Matty Wong is the first person from Hawai‘i to qualify for the highest level of professional bass fishing tournaments.
Meet Designer Miles Endo of Light Fixture Specialist Studio Endo
Studio Endo designer Miles Endo draws from the worlds of taiko and photography to create luxuriously modern light fixtures.
Going Pro Isn’t for the Feeble
Hawai‘i has an abundance of elite athletes vying for sports glory despite the odds of success.
2026 Hawai‘i College Guide: A Local Kid's Guide to Surviving College
Tips to stay on top of academics, money and more.
Our Favorite Local LGBTQIA+-Owned Stores and Eateries
Where to shop and dine local during Hawai‘i’s Pride Month.
Holo Holo Music Festival Comes to O‘ahu for the First Time
On Oct. 18 and 19, the Holo Holo Music Festival gathers island and reggae musicians at Bishop Museum for an all-star concert.
2026 Hawai‘i College Guide: Preparing for College in High School
A student’s involvement sets the foundation for college acceptance—and beyond. Here’s how to build that foundation with strength and purpose.
A New Generation of Mixologists Is Raising the Bar for Craft Cocktails
Craft cocktails have gone mainstream in Honolulu. Meet some of the mixologists leading the charge.
Build Better With Surf Blocks Made From Recycled Surfboard Foam
A Maui architect has created an eco-friendly building material that uses surfboard Styrofoam waste in its composite concrete.
Things to Do on O‘ahu in October 2025
Dive into local architecture, celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival, go on a boozy brunch shopping spree, join the Honolulu Pride festivities and more.
New Hawaiian Heirloom Jewelry Collection Hiluhilu Brings Us Back to Our Roots
Hiluhilu is a collaboration between Kumu Hula Sonny Ching and local jewelry labels Paradisus and Jason Dow Jewelry.
4 Toys Adults and Kids Can’t Get Enough Of
Adults are purchasing blind boxes and other toys alongside kids. Here’s a closer look at some of the most popular ones.
Pitch in for 19th Century Baseball With the Aloha Vintage Base Ball Association
A Waikīkī artist is reviving 19th century baseball in Hawai‘i—and he’s looking for players to field more teams.
Hot Jobs of the Future: A State Forecast for 2032
Here are the industries where new jobs are expected to open in Hawai‘i.
2026 Hawai‘i College Guide: Landing a Job
Colleges are designing new AI tools, internship opportunities and courses to better equip students for post-graduation careers.
This Off-the-Grid Maui Escape Melds Striking Design With Self-Sufficiency
Hawai‘i Off Grid’s recent project in northeast Maui takes climate-forward design to new heights.
2026 Hawai‘i College Guide: Pursuing a “Dying” Field
If journalism is dying, I’ll just learn how to chase ghosts.
