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Master lei maker ‘Uncle Moki’ Labra won the Mayor’s grand prize at Kapiolani Park’s 98th Lei Day celebration, while Puamana Louise Garcia was crowned the new Lei Day Queen. Both champions plan to use their recognition to preserve and teach Hawaiian cultural traditions year-round.
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Former Honolulu mayor Mufi Hannemann announced his retirement as HLTA president during Saturday’s Charity Walk in Waikīkī. His departure comes as Hawaii’s tourism industry faces modest growth projections for 2026 and ongoing community discussions about sustainable tourism practices.
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Alan Wong returns to fine dining at The Kāhala resort while Liliha Bakery expands to Waikīkī Beach Walk, marking strategic comebacks for two iconic local brands adapting to Honolulu’s evolving dining scene.
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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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Outrigger Hospitality Group launches $100M renovation of its Waikīkī Beach Resort, repositioning the 524-room property as a “barefoot luxury” destination celebrating surf culture. The transformation could reshape Waikīkī’s competitive hotel landscape.
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The Hawaii Senate killed legislation that would have restored dedicated tourism authority funding, leaving destination marketing underfunded as visitor growth remains modest and international demand softens.
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The Hawaii Community Development Authority will consider authorizing sand stabilization structures for eroding Kawehewehe Beach at its May 6 meeting. The engineering approach represents a shift from previous sand nourishment projects that showed temporary results.
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Puamana Louise Garcia follows her mother’s footsteps as Lei Queen at the 98th May Day celebration at Kapiolani Park. The family legacy highlights Honolulu’s thriving lei-making community as the festival approaches its 100th anniversary.
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Kapiolani Park hosts Lei Day 2026 on May 1 with competitive lei-making, Queen coronation, hula performances, and live music. The beloved tradition celebrates Hawaiian culture with activities from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Liliha Bakery is opening its sixth location at Waikiki Beach Walk, bringing famous coco puffs and local comfort food to tourist central. The expansion puts this 75-year-old Honolulu institution at the intersection of authentic local culture and visitor expectations.
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