2023 Family Easter Events in Hawaiˊi
We’re tracking Easter Bunny appearances and other family-friendly springtime activities on O‘ahu.
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Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: Feb. 9–15, 2023
Watch a musical about life in postwar Hiroshima, spend Valentine’s evening under the stars and listen to some jazz.
Aloha Friday FYI: Events for Kids in February 2023
Save the date for Wet ‘n‘ Wild’s Dive ‘n‘ Movie, Matsumoto Shave Ice’s 72nd anniversary and the 36th Annual Hawaiʻi Pacific Health Keiki Great Aloha Run.
First Look: Pop-Up Mākeke’s New In-Person Holiday Store
Shop food, fashion, home décor, books, keiki finds and more from 150-plus Hawai‘i brands.
Make Gorgeous Holiday Gifts at These Local Classes and Workshops
Create custom plant pots, block print your own tea towels, whip up wonderful wreaths (both botanical and charcuterie) and more.
Where to Get Black Friday Deals in Honolulu
Here are details on sales, extended shopping hours and special perks at malls and local boutiques on Friday, Nov. 26.
Save The Date: ‘Ohana Yoga with Three Little Ducks
Dr. Suma Metla offers free yoga classes at the end of every month at Ka Makana Ali‘i
Aunty’s Hotpot House Brings a Familiar Name and Face to Kapolei
The new spot is the latest from the Aunty behind Sweet Home Cafe and Aunty’s Ramen.
The Winner of the Fan Favorite Vote at Frolic’s 2022 Poke Fest Is ...
Sixteen shops entered their exclusive new Poke Fest creations, and we put it to an online vote. Who is the new King of Poke Fest?
Parade of Poke: All the Exclusive New Poke Coming to Next Week’s Poke Fest
Frolic Hawai‘i’s 5th Annual Poke Fest is Saturday, May 28—and a record 17 poke vendors are debuting all-new poke.
Where to Find Santa in Honolulu in 2021
Where can your kids find Santa Claus this weekend? Here is our list for this holiday season.
Your Weekend: The Best Family Fun in Hawai‘i for August 26–September 1, 2021
Shop at an al fresco fair, get lost in a world of wizards, savor a summer picnic, get crafty with felt and use a popular toy to create custom candy bars.
We Tried It: Razor Sports Drifting
Slip, slide and spin with the whole family at this insanely fun indoor track.
Your Weekend: The Best Family Fun-March 11, 2021
Photo: Boeing, Courtesy of the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum Above and Beyond at Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum This is the final weekend to visit this Boeing exhibit which takes kids through the world of flying at various levels. "Above and…
Foodland Farms’ New Fried Chicken Tenders Are Finger-Licking Good
Make no bones about it—these tenders pack well for beach days, lunch on the go and all-around snacking.
Our 5 Favorite Things at Foodland Farms Ka Makana Ali‘i
(Sponsored) From family meals and exclusive poke flavors to an in-store restaurant, here are some highlights from the Kapolei store.
We Tried It: Kids City Hawaiʻi in Kapolei
An indoor play space opened Dec. 21 in the Ka Makana Aliʻi shopping center in Kapolei. It’s called Kids City, and it's the brainchild of Minko Goeun Cabuyao, a mother who got inspired by posh playgrounds she saw in Asia. Located in the Macy’s wing of the mall, Kids City…
Your Weekend: The Best Family Events-Dec. 19, 2019
Christmas With the Animals Saturday morning update: Christmas with the Animals has been postponed until next week. The zoo will be closed until Sunday. If you think it's funny to watch little kids unwrap Christmas presents, wait ’til you see Honolulu Zoo’s…
Your Weekend: The Best Family Events-Oct. 24, 2019
Photo: Courtesy of Hawaiʻi Pacific HealthKids Fest Waimea Valley Make a Difference Day A local spin on "Make a Difference Day"—a national program encouraging people to volunteer in their communities—takes place Saturday morning at Waimea Falls. Keiki and their families can pull…
Your Weekend: The Best Family Events-Oct. 17, 2019
Photo: Courtesy of Sea Life ParkWhat's behind these spooky doors? Find out this weekend at Sea Life Park. Ka Makana Aliʻi Birthday Celebration The biggest mall in West Oʻahu turns 3 years old this weekend. The birthday bash kicks off Friday…
Korean fried chicken soars at Kickin Chick'n
New KFC and street food concept replaces beleaguered Bonchon in Kapolei
Your Weekend: The Best Family Events-June 12, 2019
Photo: Lance Tominaga ESPN Honolulu Sports Festival Got sports fans and athletes in your family? Stop by the ESPN Honolulu Sports Festival Saturday for kid-friendly activities ranging from Nerf battles and rock climbing to light-saber duels and VEX Robotics competitions. Even…
We Tried It: Keiki Yoga on the Lawn
Photo: By Laura Dornbush Where: Center Court Lawn, Ka Makana Ali‘i Who: A mom and her 2-year-old son. When: Thursday at 10 a.m. I dread getting in the car with my son, Duke. Each time there is a power struggle,…
Your Weekend: The Best Family Events-Jan. 23, 2019
Photo: Battleship Missouri Memorial Living History Day at the Battleship Missouri Memorial Celebrate a double anniversary for the world's last battleship by spending a day on the Mighty Mo. Living History Day will commemorate the Battleship Missouri's 75th birthday—it was…
