Arts + Culture
Celebrations for Hōkūleʻa’s 50th Birthday Kick Off this Weekend
A special series of events this March honor Hawaiʻi’s iconic voyaging canoe and the profound impact it’s made across the Pacific and beyond.
The Meaning of The Names of 19 Hawaiʻi Places
There’s a story behind every place name in the Islands.
How to Celebrate Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi in 2025
Learn more about the Hawaiian language with these resources.
Don’t Miss These 18 Spring Festivals Showcasing Hawaiʻi’s Diverse Cultures and Foods
From beer festivals to art exhibits to an event devoted to Spam, there’s lots to do in Hawaiʻi this spring.
What You Need To Know To Enjoy Dim Sum in Hawaiʻi
Celebrate Lunar New Year with tips from a local foodie expert.
Celebrate Muʻumuʻu Month All January in Hawaiʻi
Don your favorite muʻumuʻu to show appreciation for this beloved attire in the Islands.
The Story Behind Gao, a Chinese New Year Tradition
This sticky, chewy rice cake is one of Hawaiʻi’s most popular Lunar New Year foods.
Get a Glimpse Into this Under-the-Radar Lūʻau on Oʻahu
The Nutridge Estate offers an intimate experience for guests in the hills high above Honolulu.
Talk Story with “Moana 2” Star Auliʻi Cravalho
The wait is over: “Moana 2” is finally here. Auliʻi Cravalho, voice of Moana, shares details about her character’s latest adventure.
Meet the Real-Life Hawaiʻi Lifeguard Starring in “Rescue: HI-Surf”
The new action series depicts the lives of the brave rescuers patrolling Oʻahu’s North Shore. And for one of its stars, Kekoa Kekumano, art imitates life.
Cooking Turkeys in an ʻImu, a Hawaiʻi Thanksgiving Tradition
For decades, groups like KEY Project on Oʻahu have been cooking turkeys in a traditional underground oven.
Hawaiʻi’s First Resident Cirque du Soleil Production Debuts this December
Tickets are now on sale for the Waikīkī show.
The Story Behind POG in Hawaiʻi
Enjoy this local flavor made in Hawai‘i and beyond from equal parts passion fruit, orange and guava juice.
Get to Know Professional Surfer Carissa Moore
Oʻahu native Carissa Moore is the first-ever winner of the Olympic Gold Medal in women's surfing in 2020. She's also clenched an impressive 5 world titles.
The Legend of Night Marchers in Hawaiʻi
This spine-tingling tale is rooted in Native Hawaiian history.
This Wahiawā Shop Uses Invasive Albizia Wood for Everything, Even Surfboards
Bizia Surf has turned an invasive species into an impactful message.
Perpetuating the Hawaiian Art of Lau Hala Weaving
How the weavers of Hui ‘Ala Hīnano and Hui Waianuhea o ka Pua Hala are elevating and perpetuating the art of ulana lau hala.
Q&A with Master Lei Maker Meleana Estes
Oʻahu-based lei maker and book author Meleana Estes talks about her book, which is all about Hawai‘i’s flowers.
The Popular Canoe Show at Polynesian Cultural Center is Back
“Huki: A Canoe Celebration” on Oʻahu returns after pausing during the COVID-19 pandemic four years ago.
Shop Hawaiʻi-Made Gifts at House of Mana Up in Kakaʻako
The new Ward Village location offers a curated selection of local art, fashion, home decor and beauty and food products.
A Year in the Ashes: A Reflection on the Maui Wildfires
One resident’s journey through loss and resilience after the Lahaina fire—in her own words.
Your Guide to the Lighthouses in Hawaiʻi
The Islands are home to 15 lighthouses associated with the U.S. Coast Guard.
