Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: March 19–25, 2026
Shop HONOLULU’s curated marketplace, celebrate Persian New Year, honor Prince Kūhiō’s birthday and more.
Photo: Courtesy of Ward Village
The HONOLULU Edit
Saturday, March 21, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
If you missed February’s launch event, here’s your chance to check out HONOLULU Magazine’s new marketplace. Meet 40 of Hawaiʻi’s most stylish, creative and locally loved brands, try samples and find your favorites in a lively, design-forward setting. Elevate your experience with a VIP shopping pass to receive early entry at 9 a.m., exclusive discounts, a few perks and a complimentary Mochi Momma Chocolate Strawberry Mochi.
Free general admission, $25 VIP shopping pass, Ward Centre (former Roger Dunn space), 1200 Ala Moana Blvd., Kaka‘ako, honolulumagazine.com, @honolulumag
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Photo: Alec Singer
HoMA Nights Honors Nowruz
Friday, March 20, 5 to 9 p.m.
Experience the traditions of Persian New Year, which marks the start of the spring equinox, at this special edition of Honolulu Museum of Art’s pau hana series. Taste Persian cuisine from Bar Koko, try pomegranate-themed dessert and tea from Istanbul Hawai‘i, listen to neo-soul music from Bassel & The Supernaturals and join hands-on activities with artist Aida Salehi.
Family-friendly, $25 general admission, $10 children, 900 S. Beretania St., Makiki, honolulumuseum.org, @honolulumuseum
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Studio Ghibli Film Series
Wednesday, March 18, 7 p.m., Howl’s Moving Castle
Thursday, March 19, 7 p.m., My Neighbor Totoro
Friday, March 20, 7 p.m., Kiki’s Delivery Service
Fans of the Japanese animation studio should clear their plans for the week. A trio of classic flicks featuring the beloved artwork and characters will be screened in the majestic setting of the historic Hawai‘i Theatre. Heads-up: The films will be presented in Japanese with English subtitles.
Family-friendly, $25.50 per screening, Hawai‘i Theatre, 1130 Bethel St., Downtown, hawaiitheatre.com, @ghibliusa
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Photos: Courtesy of Wai‘anae Coast Community Foundation
Prince Jonah Kūhiō Kalaniana‘ole Festival
Saturday, March 21, 3 to 9 p.m.
Celebrate Hawai‘i’s People’s Prince with a birthday bash at the westside beach park named in his honor. Enjoy cultural activities, entertainment by Sons of Yeshua, hula performances, keiki bounce houses, craft vendors, food booths and a fireworks show.
Family-friendly, free, Kalaniana‘ole Beach Park, 89-598 Farrington Highway, Nānākuli, @wccfcommunityfoundation
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Photo: Courtesy of Sea Life Park Hawai‘i
Beach Cleanup & Keiki Sunday at Sea Life Park Hawai‘i
Sunday, March 22, 8 to 10 a.m. beach cleanup, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. park festivities
Start your day with a community beach cleanup at Baby Makapu‘u Beach with 808 Cleanups. Then enter Sea Life Park for special activities, including face painting, a photo booth, interactive games and a live DJ, in addition to the regular marine animal exhibits. Take advantage of the BOGO offer: receive one complimentary keiki admission (ages 4–12) for each paid general admission ticket.
Family-friendly, free to attend the beach cleanup, $53.99 adult general admission online advance purchase, $44.99 child general admission online advance purchase, free for keiki 3 and under, 41-202 Kalanianaʻole Highway, Waimānalo, sealifeparkhawaii.com, @sealifepark
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Laura Dornbush is a regular contributor to HONOLULU Magazine. @ldornbush
