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Ward Centre hosts Honolulu Magazine’s pop-up market this weekend with 40+ local vendors offering food, crafts, and services. The free event runs Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in Kakaako.
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Molly Tea, China’s first freshly made floral tea brand, opens its inaugural Hawaii location at Ala Moana Center on April 17. The premium tea shop brings Instagram-worthy floral-infused beverages to Honolulu’s booming specialty tea scene.
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Shige’s Saimin House in Kalihi-Palama celebrates 75 years of serving the same hand-pulled noodles and secret broth recipe. The family-run stand remains unchanged since 1949, preserving authentic local food traditions.
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UH researchers won a national award for designs showing how Waikiki could adapt to flooding with floating buildings and elevated walkways. The innovative “amphibious architecture” offers hope for the tourist district’s climate resilience.
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Chick-fil-A’s largest Hawaii location opened Tuesday at 1837 Kapiolani Boulevard, drawing massive crowds and highlighting Honolulu’s ongoing fast-food expansion. The 4,200-square-foot restaurant serves both tourists and locals in the strategic corridor between Waikiki and residential neighborhoods.
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Pepper Lunch plans two new Oahu locations in Waikiki and Kapahulu for 2026, following the success of their first Hawaii restaurant at Ala Moana. The Japanese DIY teppan concept has drawn crowds with its interactive iron plate cooking experience.
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The Waikiki Shell announces its biggest summer concert lineup in a decade, featuring mainland stars like Death Cab for Cutie and SZA alongside local favorites. The iconic venue recently completed major acoustic upgrades to enhance the concert experience beneath Diamond Head.
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The Pan-Pacific Festival celebrated its 45th anniversary with the largest parade in its history, featuring 3,000 performers from across the Pacific Rim along Kalakaua Avenue. The three-day cultural celebration drew record crowds to Waikiki for traditional performances, crafts, and food.
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Honolulu Public Libraries are launching free coding bootcamps for teens at seven locations, teaching programming skills to help bridge Hawaii’s digital divide. The six-week courses prioritize underserved students and include real-world projects with local tech company support.
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The Oahu Jazz Festival returns to Waikiki Shell April 12-14 with headliners Herbie Hancock, Kamasi Washington, and Jake Shimabukuro. The three-day event blends world-class jazz with local talent against Diamond Head’s iconic backdrop.
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