Events for Kids in March 2023 on O‘ahu
Meet and take photos with Storybook Princesses, check out North Shore Stables Outpost at Pearlridge Center, enjoy Keiki Fun Day at Wet ’n’ Wild Hawai‘i and more!
Honolulu Festival
Staff Picks: Things To Do in Honolulu Through March
Learn about various cultures, cheer on the Rainbow Warriors and enjoy onstage performances by some of Hawai‘i’s top artists.
Your Weekend: The Best Family Events-March 5, 2020
Photo: Courtesy of Royal Hawaiian CenterLā Keiki Day at Royal Hawaiian Center happens this weekend. Shrek The Musical Enjoy a family-fun night of live theater with this Tony award-winning fairy tale adventure based on the DreamWorks Animation film and book…
Honolulu Festival 2020 Canceled Due to Concerns Over Coronavirus
Photo: Courtesy of Honolulu Festival Update as of March 3, 2020: Organizers have canceled the entire festival to prevent the potential spread of the coronavirus in Hawai‘i. This story was originally published on Feb. 28, 2020. First the opening reception.…
Our Guide: Mark Your Calendar for O‘ahu's Ethnic Festivals
Photo: By Greg Yamamoto There's no easier way to learn about Hawai‘i's various cultures than by going to an ethnic festival. You'll usually find live music and entertainment, new dishes at the various food booths, and cultural arts and crafts. Most…
Your Weekend: The Best Family Events-March 6, 2019
Photo: Courtesy of Kapolei CommonsUsually, construction vehicles are off-limits to kids. Not this Saturday at Kapolei Commons' "Touch A Truck" event. Mr. Kneel Celebrates Dr. Seuss! What does a Dr. Seuss children’s book sound like when read by a hip-hop artist?…
Did this: Honolulu Festival Friendship Gala
The Honolulu Festival (@honfestival) kicked off its 19th year with its annual Friendship Gala, an event showcasing entertainment from Hawaii and Japan, and food from a dozen renowned Oahu restaurants. This weekend, there will be cultural activities and entertainment at…
Party pics: Honolulu Festival
Nonstop photographer Eric Baranda dropped in to the Hawaii Convention Center on Saturday afternoon to catch scenes from the Honolulu Festival’s displays there, including the Anime Corner, hosted by Kawaii Kon, the Ennichi (or Saint’s Day) Corner and more. Honolulu…
Hawaii: In Real Life ~ Honolulu Festival 2012 Gala Preview
The 18th annual Honolulu Festival returns to Waikiki this weekend, March 2 to 4. The weekend is filled with free Japanese cultural activities, from music and dance to food sampling to hands-on craft demonstrations, culminating with a huge parade down…
What makes a chef?
This past weekend, a culinary student volunteering at the Honolulu Festival Friendship Gala asked me what it takes to become a chef. Although there are a lot of qualities involved, the main requirement is that a chef must be both…
Hawaii: In Real Life ~ Honolulu Festival Preview
The Honolulu Festival, now in its 17th year, returns to Waikiki from March 11-13. The weekend is filled with free Japanese cultural activities, from music and dance to food sampling to hands-on craft demonstrations, culminating with a huge parade down…