We hit some of the highlights of May’s First Friday, including the “ALOHA My Name Is” exhibition of contemporary urban art at the ARTS at Marks Garage, the animal-themed fashion show at the Hawaii Institute of Hair Design, the happenings…
Beauty After Dark Launch ◄ Back Next ► Picture 1 of 8 At T Galleria's new fashion, beauty and shopping event, you'll have a chance to meet the authors of the "Honolulu Street Style" book: Maile Moran, Attilia Pohlmann…
Kawaii Kon ◄ Back Next ► Picture 1 of 9 It’s that time every year, when anime fans congregate at the Hawaii Convention Center for the 10th annual Kawaii-Kon, a three-day convention celebrating everything anime/cosplay/manga/video gaming and more. Since…
With Mardi Gras happening the same week, March’s First Friday was slow and rainy. There were still plenty of activities to be had though; take a look at our pictures of some of the happening spots, including an installation by…
We hit some of the most happening spots during February’s First Friday in Chinatown, including NextDoor, hosting geishas and Master Calligrapher Uehira Bakei from Osaka, who later demonstrated his craft with a giant calligraphy scroll on Hotel Street; The ARTS…
The first First Friday of 2014 was mellow, but there was still lots to see and do in the Chinatown Arts district. We hit some of the happening spots, including The ARTS at Marks Garage, Madre Chocolate, the small boutiques on…
First Thursday Poetry Slam ◄ Back Next ► Picture 1 of 5 The first First Thursday poetry slam of the year kicks things off with a high-energy night featuring wordsmith G. Yamazawa, a Kundiman Fellow, National Poetry Slam Finalist, two-time…
Despite upcoming finals for University of Hawaii students and the winter holidays, a crowd came out for 2013’s last First Friday to peruse the art galleries and party later on in the night. We stopped by some of the happening…
Although November’s First Friday was slower than usual, falling as it did right after all the Halloween festivities, there was still a lot to see and do around Chinatown. Take a look at some of our shots from NextDoor, Loading…
AFL All-Star Game & Festival ◄ Back Next ► Picture 1 of 7 For the first time in 20 years, Hawaii hosts the American Football League in an All-Star game and celebration that lasts the whole day. Here's the schedule:…
We hit the happening spots for October’s First Friday, including The ARTS at Marks Garage, Loading Zone, Downbeat Lounge, NextDoor and the lively streets of Chinatown. Take a look at who was out! First Friday: October 2013 ◄ Back Next…
A Fantasy Affair at Formaggio ◄ Back Next ► Picture 1 of 8 Bring your business cards (and your masks) for a mysterious masked ball to kick off October. The themed mixer, hosted by the HDW Group and 808 Social…
We hit some of the most happening spots on First Friday, including The Venue for a fundraiser for K-9 Kokua, a nonprofit that rescues and finds homes for dogs in need; The ARTS at Marks Garage for an art exhibition…
We hit the happening spots on First Friday, including The ARTS at Marks Garage for a colorful exhibition sponsored by the Surfrider Foundation, with surf rock band Mano Kane and surf art; Downbeat Lounge, where DJ Ross Jackson was playing…
We hit some of the happening spots during First Friday’s Art Walk in July, from AJ Feducia’s “Stay Poor” art exhibit at the Human Imagination studio to Loading Zone’s Essence of Hawaii show to The ARTS at Marks’ Garage, where…
We hit the art galleries, clubs and streets of Chinatown to bring you pictures of the colorful scene during June’s First Friday Art Walk. We dropped in on Mojo Barbershop, RaKuen Lounge, where people were enjoying sushi, The Fix for…
We hit the happening spots on First Friday, including The ARTS at Marks Garage, The Human Imagination for Riana Stellburg’s “Underground Celebrity” photo exhibition documenting Hawaii’s hip-hop scene, the Strawberry Fields vintage pop-up shop at the Chinatown Artists Lofts, Loading…
First Friday ◄ Back Next ► Picture 1 of 9 First Friday is here again, and there are all sorts of interesting things going on during this month's Art Walk, and afterward at the clubs. Here are a few highlights…
We hit the happening spots for April’s First Friday, including Ong King’s seventh anniversary celebration, Downbeat Lounge, The Loading Zone, the Chinatown/Mendonca Courtyard and the busy streets of Chinatown.Photos by Tracy Chan and Eric Baranda. First Friday April 2013 ◄…
Art & Flea: '90s Grunge ◄ Back Next ► Picture 1 of 11 Art & Flea is back, with a '90s grunge theme party at Fresh Cafe. Here, you'll find everything from a photo booth to tons of creative local…
First Friday celebrated Chinese New Year with lion dancers, fireworks, artists and salsa dancers. The clubs and streets of Chinatown were packed, as the First Friday and Chinese New Year celebrations raged into the night. We got our art fix…
Kaleido-Smoke ◄ Back Next ► Picture 1 of 10 Two promoters team up at thirtyninehotel; inside, there's Kaleidoscope, with local indie acts Sean Cleland and Beauty & the Beard, while outside on the lanai, there's a smoke-friendly (cigars, pipes, hookahs,…
Although the weather was rainy most of the night, a small crowd still braved the elements to come out to Chinatown on the first First Friday of the year. We hit some of the most happening spots, including The ARTS…
First Thursdays Poetry Slam ◄ Back Next ► Picture 1 of 6 The first First Thursday of the New Year gets the poetry slamming with National Poetry Slam Finalist Kane “Novakane” Smego. In addition to being a slam champ, Kane…
The home base for the 2022 Hale ‘Aina Restaurateurs of the Year is a hidden paradise that serves up the best Lao and Thai food in Honolulu.
Kats Sushi is the only place you can find made-to-order AYCE sushi that’s not on a buffet table.
Meat-, dairy- and egg-free menu items at Planted by La Tour Café include burgers, banh mi sandwiches and yes—macarons.
How well do you know Big Island beers? Here‘s a round-the-island guide to Hawai‘i Island's top breweries.
This Friday, you won’t need the luck of the Irish to find classic dishes and green desserts.
Where to find live music, after parties, at-sea dancing, beer gardens and golf balls.
