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Frolic Hawaii’s free Poke Fest returns to Ka Makana Ali’i this Saturday with dozens of local vendors serving everything from traditional ahi to creative fusion bowls. The West Oahu festival runs 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. with live music and family activities.
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The Honolulu Museum of Art opens free to the community today, while next week’s “Quiet Luxury” exhibition reveals how Edo-period Japanese turned fashion into subtle rebellion. HoMA balances accessibility with world-class programming in downtown Honolulu.
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Culinary legend Alan Wong is opening a new restaurant at the Kahala Hotel & Resort in early 2025, replacing the former Hoku’s fine dining room. The move marks Wong’s return to restaurant ownership and could signal renewed investment in Honolulu’s luxury dining scene.
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Honolulu’s official city bird, the white tern, gets its annual festival May 2 at Iolani Palace. The free event celebrates one of the world’s only seabirds successfully nesting in an urban environment. Activities include bird walks, educational displays, and a keiki costume contest.
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Sonic Drive-In opens its first Hawaii location Saturday in Kapolei, bringing roller-skating carhops and classic drive-in service to West Oahu. The locally owned franchise at 5001 Kapolei Parkway features five carhop stalls and could signal broader island expansion.
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Jack Johnson headlines the Blaisdell Concert Hall Thursday in a standout week for Honolulu live entertainment. Kathy Griffin performs Saturday at Hawaii Theatre Centre, rounding out diverse options for local music and comedy fans.
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Renowned curator Tom Klobe selected works by established Hawaii artists for a standout exhibition at Downtown Art Center during Chinatown’s monthly First Friday gallery walk. The event continues to drive cultural and economic revitalization in Honolulu’s evolving arts district.
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Liliha Bakery is opening its sixth location at Waikiki Beach Walk, bringing the beloved local institution’s famous coco puffs to the heart of the tourist strip. The move marks the 74-year-old family bakery’s first expansion into Waikīkī’s heavily trafficked retail corridor.
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Five years after closing his King Street restaurant, James Beard winner Alan Wong has reopened at The Kāhala Hotel, bringing back signature dishes like ginger-crusted onaga while adapting to a resort setting. The return marks a pivotal moment for Honolulu’s fine-dining scene.
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Liliha Bakery will open its sixth Oahu location in Waikīkī Beach Walk, bringing iconic coco puffs and local flavors to tourists. The expansion marks the 72-year-old institution’s first move into the heart of the tourist corridor.
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