Our event calendar features fun, free, and cheap things to do across the Hawaiian Islands. We focus on events for locals, but visitors will find lots of useful information. For the weekend of Malaki (March) 28-30, 2025, you'll find events of all … [Read more...]

Free things to do in March
Listed below are the free things to do in March. For all events on our calendar, free and paid, visit our March events … [Read More...]

Best things to buy in March
Every month of the year, certain items are discounted due to overstock, holiday sales, or transitions from one season to … [Read More...]

Affordable March events and entertainment
Our March events calendar offers a wide variety of affordable entertainment across the Hawaiian Islands. We’ll continue … [Read More...]

Free things to do in April
Listed below are the free things to do in April. For all events on our calendar, free and paid, visit our April events … [Read More...]

Best things to buy in April
Every month of the year, certain items are discounted due to overstock, holiday sales, or transitions from one season to … [Read More...]

Affordable April events and entertainment
Our April events calendar offers a wide variety of affordable entertainment across the Hawaiian Islands. We’ll continue … [Read More...]
Hawaiian arts & culture

Prince Kūhiō Day March 26 celebrates Ke Aliʻi Makaʻāinana (Prince of the People)
Prince Kūhiō Day was established by Hawaiian territorial Legislature resolution in 1949 to honor the birthday of Prince … [Read More...]

Treasured heiau you can visit on every Hawaiian island
Listed below are heiau throughout the Hawaiian Islands that are open to the public. If you don’t know what heiau are, or … [Read More...]

Overview of Hawaiian music styles and instruments
Traditional Hawaiian music is characterized by percussion instruments, chanting, simplicity, and storytelling. As … [Read More...]
Currently featured
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Tools to recognize, avoid, and report SSA scams
National “Slam the Scam” Day is designated by Social Security’s Office of the Inspector General to raise awareness of government imposter scams, which continue to spread across the United States. Victims shouldn’t be embarrassed if they shared … [Read More...]

Where to buy Girl Scout Cookies in Hawaiʻi
Most people have a special place in their heart for Girl Scout Cookies. Of course, the cookies delicious, but the Girl Scout Cookie Program also helps girls follow their passions and fulfill goals. The Girl Scout Cookie Program is the largest … [Read More...]

Prince Kūhiō Day March 26 celebrates Ke Aliʻi Makaʻāinana (Prince of the People)
Prince Kūhiō Day was established by Hawaiian territorial Legislature resolution in 1949 to honor the birthday of Prince Jonah Kūhiō Kalanianaʻole, born on March 26, 1871. Prince Kūhiō is often referred to as Ke Ali’i Makaainana ("Prince of the … [Read More...]

Oʻahu: Waikīkī SPAM JAM street food festival
Other places in the world celebrate iconic local food, such as garlic, onions, pickles, oysters, mussels, lutefisk, and more. The annual Waikīkī SPAM JAM street festival is Hawaiʻi's answer to an iconic food festival. Introduced in 1937 by Hormel … [Read More...]

Hawaiʻi Triennial contemporary visual art exhibition
Hawai‘i Triennial is the state’s largest exhibition of contemporary visual art from Hawai‘i, the Pacific, Asia, and around the world. The exhibition is held every three years in multiple venues (such as museums, galleries, and gardens) across the … [Read More...]

Walk with a Doc free community walking programs across the Hawaiʻi Pae ʻĀina
Walk with a Doc is a nonprofit that was started in 2005 by cardiologist Dr. David Sabgir in Columbus, Ohio. Since then, the program has spread around the world. Walk with a Doc is free walking program led by local doctors, healthcare providers, … [Read More...]

Free entrance days in Hawaii National Parks
Several days each year, all National Park Service (NPS) sites that charge an entrance fee offer free admission to everyone. The other 400 National Parks across the country are free all the time. The fee-free days provide a great opportunity to visit … [Read More...]

Oʻahu: street food festivals on Kalākaua Avenue
The bustling neighborhood of Waikīkī is home to frequent parades and street festivals throughout the year, including the ʻOhana Block Party Festivals. For these street festivals, Kalākaua Avenue is lined with local food vendors selling everything … [Read More...]

Hawaii state holidays 2025: What’s closed and open
Hawaiʻi State Government offices and facilities observe the following state holidays, while federal offices and facilities are open. If the holiday falls on Saturday, the holiday is observed on Friday. And, if the holiday falls on Sunday, it is … [Read More...]

List of Holidays (by month) for 2025
Besides federal government and Hawaii State employee holidays there are many other holidays, observances, and special events that occur throughout the year. Popular holidays are often recognized by communities with celebrations such as festivals, … [Read More...]

Free food at restaurants on your birthday
Here’s a list of estaurants and other eateries across the Hawaiian Islands that offer some sort of free food, beverage, or dessert on your birthday. Birthday deals are followed by a list of food deals for those celebrating a wedding … [Read More...]

Oʻahu: How to get free admission & discount tickets to Bishop Museum
Bernice Pauahi Bishop Museum, often referred to as "the Bishop" is the largest museum in the state of Hawaii. Her primary purpose is to represent and serve the interests of Native Hawaiians. The permanent exhibits take you on a journey through … [Read More...]

Ultimate Guide: budget-friendly transportation in Hawaii
Lucky you live in Hawai’i! For a budget-friendly island lifestyle, keeping transportation costs down is essential. We got you covered with this comprehensive list of transportation options, whether you're commuting to work, running errands, or … [Read More...]
Exciting updates on our calendar…
These are the latest additions to our event calendar. To see all events, go to our event calendar.
Oʻahu: special prix fixe for Grand Lānai Restaurant Week in Waikīkī
From April 4 -13, 2025, restaurants on the Grand Lānai at International Market Place offer unique (this week only) prix-fixe menus at … [Read More...]
Kauaʻi: annual ʻUkulele Festival in Līhuʻe
Kauaʻi ʻUkulele Festival was born out of a love for music, to create an environment for cultural engagement and bring people together. The … [Read More...]
Kauaʻi: Orchid Show & Sale in Hanapēpē
Kauai’s Garden Island Orchid Society is a non-profit organization made up of members having a wide range of involvement with and knowledge … [Read More...]
Oʻahu: Family-Friendly HEART of Honolulu Art Street Festival
HEART of Honolulu Art Street Festival features artists and arts organizations along Nuuanu Avenue in the HEART of the Chinatown Arts … [Read More...]
Oʻahu: annual Onizuka Day of Exploration – Hawaii’s Largest STEM Event for Families in Kapolei
The Annual Onizuka Day of Exploration (ODE) is a STEM event like no other. You'll find over 100 hands-on activities, workshops, and classes … [Read More...]
Oʻahu: Free East-West Cultural Festival in Mānoa
East-West Fest is an annual celebration of the diverse communities that make up the East-West Center ‘ohana and the Honolulu community. The … [Read More...]
Oʻahu: Annual Island Springtacular in Kāneʻohe
Celebrate spring break supporting local vendors! Local businesses selling your favorite local snacks, handcrafted items, stationery sets, … [Read More...]
Lanaʻi: Micronesian Native storytelling workshop at the library
Join artists Lissette Yamase, Carol Ann Carl, and Kalany Omengkar for a Native storytelling workshop where art ignites ancestral … [Read More...]
Kauaʻi: Kapaʻa Public Library 70th Anniversary Celebration
Celebrate 70 years since Kapaʻa Public Library opened in March 1955. Enjoy cake, refreshments, family-friendly activities, and celebration! … [Read More...]