O‘ahu Bon Dance Schedule 2024
Save the dates for these Obon festivals and bon dances happening across O‘ahu this summer.
Maria Kanai
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Ready to Roll with the Rise of AI at Private Schools
How artificial intelligence is reshaping education at some of Hawai‘i’s private schools.
Your Insider Guide to Honolulu Night Market: June 2024
Honolulu Night Market returns to Our Kaka‘ako on Saturday, June 8. Here’s everything you need to know about this popular block party.
Your Insider Guide to the 2024 Pan-Pacific Festival
The Pan-Pacific Festival returns after a five-year break with performances by international and local artists, a ho‘olaule‘a and a bon dance.
Our Guide: 50th State Fair 2024
Come out for delicious carnival food, a petting zoo, thrilling rides and Columbian trapeze artists at the 50th State Fair.
Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: May 16–22, 2024
Eat specialty poke, attend a comedy show showcasing AAPI talent, fundraise for Lahaina ‘ohana and learn bicycling basics on the road.
Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: May 9–16, 2024
Celebrate Mom with gifts, crafts and a comedy brunch, shop ‘til you drop at Kāhala Mall and have tons of family fun at Ko Olina.
Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: May 2–8, 2024
Attend a hula festival, check out fiber artwork, celebrate Cinco de Mayo and raise funds to fight breast cancer.
Where to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo This Year
From bar crawls to Hispanic festivals, there are plenty of ways to celebrate Cinco de Mayo this year.
Your Ultimate Guide to the 2024 ‘Iolani Fair
The ‘Iolani Fair is back on April 19 and 20, and there’s something for everyone—carnival games, rides, a silent auction and really, really good food.
Your Guide to Farmers Markets on O‘ahu
Explore O‘ahu farmers markets throughout the week for fresh produce, snacks, flowers and crafts.
2024 Easter Events on O‘ahu
We’re tracking Easter Bunny appearances, egg hunts and more family-friendly springtime activities on O‘ahu.
Celebrate the Irish in You at These St. Patrick’s Day Events
Check out the annual St. Patrick’s Day parade, hunt for treasures at the Hawai‘i Children’s Discovery Center and attend an Irish-themed ball.
Our Favorite Things to Do During Spring on O‘ahu
Experience cultural festivals, check out parades and celebrate hula throughout Hawai‘i’s blooming spring season.
We Tried It: Women’s Self-Defense Class at DVG Jiu Jitsu
Learn how to throw a punch, block unsolicited hugs and hold your ground at this free community women’s self-defense class.
We Tried It: Hawai‘i Selfie Exhibit
Take pictures with giant manapua, play inside a larger-than-life bento box and defy gravity in a topsy-turvy room at this artsy exhibit.
How to Celebrate Mahina ‘Ōlelo Hawai‘i
Hawaiian Language Month brings workshops, language classes, hula and much more to do during February.
Celebrate the Year of the Dragon With Lion Dances and More Festivities
This February, neighborhoods all throughout the island of O‘ahu are ringing in the Lunar New Year in style.
Your Ultimate Guide to the 2024 Punahou Carnival
Mark your calendars for Friday, Feb. 2, and Saturday, Feb. 3. Here’s everything you need to know about where to park, what to eat and where to shop.
Celebrate New Year’s Eve With Parties, Fireworks and More Events
Hau‘oli Makahiki Hou! Ring in 2024 with Champagne, fireworks and food.
Our Favorite Things to Do During Winter on O‘ahu
Go ice skating, marvel at a magic show, see the whales and run a marathon.
Your Insider Guide to Honolulu Night Market: November 2023
The next Honolulu Night Market takes place at Our Kaka‘ako on Saturday, Nov. 18. Here’s everything you need to know about this popular block party.
We Tried It: “Playing With Light” at Bishop Museum
Dodge lasers, walk through a tunnel illuminated by 20,000 LED lights and play with shadows on the wall.
Your Insider Guide to the 2023 Hawai‘i Book and Music Festival
Attend a writer’s workshop, listen to panels and support the local writing community at this three-day festival, returning in person for the first time since 2020.
We Tried It: Cat Café MOFF
A new café opened this September at International Market Place for feline enthusiasts, and it’s purrrfect for keiki.
Escape Your “Night Terrors” at Skeleton Key Hawai‘i
This year’s walk-through production has new scares, a new theme and a new location.
Your Guide to the Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour Screening
Calling all Swifties—you can buy tickets now for an all-access pass to an ultimate concert film experience.
2024 Hawai‘i College Guide: Setting Up Your Child For Financial Success
(Sponsored) HawaiiUSA Federal Credit Union offers expert tips as you prepare to send your child to college.
We Tried It: Wave808 Karaoke
The new karaoke spot on Sheridan Street offers swanky rooms, high-tech karaoke equipment and a solid drink menu.
Beyond Ball Hawai‘i Is Changing The Way Keiki Play Sports
Husband-and-wife team Nohea Tano and Will Howard’s passion is to help keiki love, enjoy and stay in sports.
Kāko‘o Maui: Things to Do on Maui
Planning to visit Maui? Check out these cool events on our neighbor island to support the local economy and its entertainment scene.
Your Insider Guide to Festa Italiana
Calling all Italy fans—here’s your chance to eat pasta, drink European wine and admire fancy Lamborghinis at this year’s Festa Italiana.
O‘ahu Pop-Up Market Guide: Where and When to Find Them
Ready, set, shop—support local by shopping at these O‘ahu pop-up markets held every month.
5 Tips for Traveling on Long Flights With Kids
Here’s how a family of four survived an 8-hour flight from Hawai‘i to Japan on Hawaiian Airlines.
Shaping Leaders of Tomorrow
Learn how four private schools are equipping their students for a future that looks more unpredictable than ever.
Kid-Friendly Reef-Safe Sunscreens Made in Hawaiʻi
Protect your family’s skin from the sun with some of our favorite Hawai‘i-based reef-safe sunscreens that are safe enough for the little ones.
5 Ways to Celebrate King Kamehameha Day This Year
Kamehameha Day is on Sunday, June 11, 2023, with festivities happening across O‘ahu. Here’s how you can participate.
Your Insider Guide to Honolulu Night Market: Mahina Māhealani
The first Honolulu Night Market of 2023 is on Saturday, June 3. Here’s everything you need to know about Our Kaka‘ako’s block party.
How You Can Honor Loved Ones This Memorial Day
Participate in a lantern floating ceremony, sew a lei, attend the Mayor’s Memorial Day Ceremony or watch a parade in Waikīkī.
We Tried It: Keiki at Play
We attended a playgroup in Honolulu where kids can explore, build confidence and social skills!
