Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: March 12–18, 2026
Watch an epic fireworks show, celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, see larger-than-life Lego sculptures, step right up at the circus and more.
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11 Sakura Treats to Try During Cherry Blossom Season in Honolulu
Sakura soda floats, sakura sherbet, sakura cookies, cakes and more: where to get your cherry blossom fix this spring.
Downtown’s St. Patrick’s Day Block Party Is Back—in a New Spot
Come Tuesday, March 17, there’ll be plenty of corned beef and cabbage, Guinness and live Irish bands on Fort Street Mall.
5 Reasons to Visit Capitol Modern in March
Inspiring new spring exhibitions include the Scholastic Student Art Awards, a manu-o-kū theme, portraits and curated selections from Art in Public Places.
How and Why Little Plum and Lady Elaine Lowered Many of Their Prices
“We don’t want to be too cool for school,” Dusty Grable says. “We want to be busy, and if that means lowering prices, we’ll do it.”
Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: March 5–11, 2026
Explore cutting-edge technologies, see the debut of an art collective, chuckle at an improv festival, learn to paddle and more.
Nisshodo and Fujiya: The Stories Behind Honolulu’s Last Remaining Legacy Mochi Shops
Two modest shops anchor Honolulu’s mochi scene, one over 100 years old. This Girls’ Day, we’re retelling their stories.
Behind the Book with Kelsie Dayna, Illustrator of From Aloha to Zippy’s
Get a sneak peek at the alphabet book newly updated with illustrations of local life by Kelsie Dayna.
Enter To Win: a 4-Night Stay at The Kahala Hotel & Resort, Dinner at Alan Wong’s and More
Share an original memory from Alan Wong’s King Street Restaurant for a chance to win.
Nominations Now Open: Celebrating Wāhine Awards presented by Central Pacific Bank
Now through March 31, 2025, nominate the women you feel are paving the way, inspiring others or just doing great things for our community.
Vote for Your Favorite Restaurant in the 2026 Hale ‘Aina Awards
Now through March 31, support your favorite restaurants by nominating them for Hawai‘i’s most prestigious dining awards.
How to Create a Home You Love
Explore four home interiors that celebrate the unique stories of those who call them home.
HONOLULU Home Readers’ Choice Awards
We asked readers to name their favorite local contractors and home services. Here are the winners and finalists in 48 categories.
Meet the Willy Wonka of Chill, Neale Asato
Neale Asato made his name on humble, nostalgic sherbet. Now, he’s a James Beard Award semifinalist.
What Bakers Crave
Eight of the city’s top bakers tell us which other bakers’ flaky, buttery, creamy treats they seek out.
