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Local events, festivals, and happenings in Honolulu
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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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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The Ko Olina Children’s Festival celebrates its 10th anniversary this May with a paniolo theme, honoring Hawaii’s cowboy heritage. The West Oahu family tradition has grown from a small community gathering into the region’s premier children’s event, featuring hands-on activities and cultural education.
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The HEART District’s annual street festival returns Saturday, May 9, closing Nuuanu Avenue for live music, local vendors, and a celebration of downtown Honolulu’s emerging creative corridor. The free event runs 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. between Hotel and Beretania streets.
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Chinatown’s streets go car-free this weekend for the annual HEART of Honolulu Art Street Festival, featuring 50+ local artists, live music stages, and diverse food vendors. The free event transforms the historic neighborhood into Honolulu’s largest outdoor art gallery from 6-10 p.m. Saturday.
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The HEART of Honolulu Street Festival returns to Nuuanu Avenue this Saturday, transforming the corridor between Chinatown and Downtown into a celebration of local culture. The free event features vendors, live performances, and community activities from 11 a.m. through the afternoon.
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The HEART of Honolulu Street Festival returns to Nuuanu Avenue this Saturday, offering free family-friendly entertainment, local vendors, and live music. This grassroots community celebration showcases downtown Honolulu’s authentic neighborhood character.
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The Garden Club of Honolulu transforms HoMA into a floral wonderland May 8-10 with “Imagine That!” — a sustainability-focused flower show featuring native plants and conservation education. The three-day event combines botanical artistry with environmental awareness in downtown Honolulu.
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Lei Day weekend transforms Honolulu with celebrations from Bishop Museum’s traditional festivities to Kamehameha Schools’ song contest and a groundbreaking world premiere opera. Cultural events across the city showcase Hawaiian traditions while embracing innovative artistic expression.
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The HEART of Honolulu Street Festival returns May 9 on Nuuanu Avenue after weather postponed the April event. The Downtown Art Center celebration features 60+ vendors, live music, and food trucks in downtown’s arts district.
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