Honolulu's Source for Local News, Business & Events
Honolulu's Source for Local News, Business & Events
The Honolulu Festival celebrates 30 years of Pacific Rim cultural exchange this March 7-9, featuring 3,000 performers from 25 countries. The milestone anniversary showcases how the festival has grown to mirror Honolulu’s evolution as a multicultural crossroads.
Read More
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.
Read More
Waikiki Beach’s new $700,000 sandbag groin marks the latest effort to combat erosion threatening Hawaii’s tourism hub. With a major Royal Hawaiian project starting next spring and a comprehensive master plan in development, Honolulu is ramping up its expensive fight to save the iconic shoreline.
Read More
Kaiwi, a 15-year-old Hawaiian monk seal, delivered her fourth pup at Kaimana Beach since 2021, prompting familiar questions about balancing beach access with protecting critically endangered wildlife. State officials are monitoring the mother and newborn while reminding the public to maintain safe distances.
Read More
Thousands of lanterns will illuminate Ala Moana Beach Park waters this Memorial Day as Honolulu’s beloved tribute to fallen service members returns. The free ceremony draws 40,000+ participants and begins at 6:30 p.m., with early arrival strongly recommended.
Read More
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.
Read More
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.
Read More
Brazilian açaí chain Oakberry opens its first Hawaii location Saturday at Park Shore Waikiki, bringing authentic superfood bowls and smoothies to the competitive beachfront dining scene. The fast-casual concept targets both health-conscious tourists and local residents.
Read More
Outrigger Waikiki Beach Resort launches a historic $100M renovation, the largest in the company’s 75-year history. The comprehensive overhaul will transform all 524 rooms by 2027, positioning the iconic beachfront property to compete in Waikiki’s evolving luxury hotel market.
Read More
Legendary chef Alan Wong returns to Honolulu’s restaurant scene as consulting chef at The Kāhala Hotel & Resort. The new venture promises to revive signature dishes from his iconic King Street flagship, which closed in 2020 after 27 years.
Read More