Your Guide to the Perfect Memorial Day Weekend in Honolulu: May 21–27, 2026
Seek self-care at a wellness event, float a lantern on Memorial Day, watch animated masterpieces, see a satirical play and more.
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The Winner of the Fan Favorite Vote at Frolic’s 2026 Poke Fest Is …
Can you say kaffir? Plus a surprise new runner-up: Check out the results of the fan favorite vote for the King of Frolic’s Poke Fest.
Olohana Brewpub’s Closing Announcement Is a Love Letter and Plea for Chinatown
The pub closes out less than a year on King Street this Saturday with a shoutout for its neighbors.
Hawai‘i Folks in the News
From athletes to actors, these people from Hawai‘i are making their marks.
Learn How to Engrave Your Own Hawaiian Jewelry with Royal Hawaiian Heritage Jewelry
In this jewelry engraving experience, you’ll learn traditional techniques to hand-engrave an initial on a sterling silver pendant.
OurSpace Levels Up in Spacious New Digs in Kaka‘ako
The makerspace supports artists and entrepreneurs by providing production equipment, training and facilities.
New in Town
Places and activities that have opened recently, featured in HONOLULU Magazine.
Things to Do on O‘ahu in May 2026
Enjoy unlimited rosé and bites at a fashionable gala, try exclusive poke creations, frolic in a sunflower field and more.
Celebrate AANHPI Month with These Can’t-Miss New (and Forthcoming!) Titles
Our favorite new works by Native Hawaiian, Pasifika and Asian American authors for readers of all ages.
Stunning Lei from O‘ahu’s Lei Day Contest 2026
Hawai‘i lei makers once again graced the May Day lei contest with gorgeous submissions.
Korean Dishes You Probably Don’t Know (But Should)
How well do you know Korean food? These traditional dishes go well beyond the familiarity of mandoo and kim chee.
A Fresh Take: LEGO Lei
Natasha McKenna strings lei with hundreds of tiny LEGOs that resemble native flowers.
