Electric Bills To Rise Under HECO Power Plant Plan
Oʻahu residents will see a modest increase in their monthly electric bills after regulators approved Hawaiian Electric’s plan to upgrade the Waiau Power Plant with renewable-capable turbines. The project aims to strengthen grid reliability and boost clean energy, with strict deadlines and penalties tied to renewable fuel targets. read more
North Shore Residents Face Devastation After Severe Flooding
Communities across Waialua and Haleʻiwa are grappling with widespread damage after fast-rising floodwaters inundated homes, displaced residents and left thick mud coating entire neighborhoods. Cleanup efforts are underway as officials assess the full extent of destruction from back-to-back storms. read more
Fundraising Campaign Surpasses Goal For Flood Relief Efforts
A new community-driven campaign has already raised over $100,000 to support Oʻahu residents impacted by recent flooding, with funds going toward immediate recovery needs. Organizers say the effort reflects a strong sense of kuleana as families begin rebuilding after significant storm damage. read more
Emergency Grants Available For Farmers Impacted By Storms
State officials have launched a relief program offering $1,500 grants to farmers and ranchers affected by recent Kona low storms. The initiative aims to provide immediate financial support as agricultural producers begin recovering from widespread damage. read more
Food And Supply Distribution Efforts Expand After Flooding
Relief organizations are providing food, water and cleaning supplies to hundreds of families impacted by recent flooding across Oʻahu. Distribution hubs and resource hotlines are now available to help residents access essential support as recovery efforts continue. read more
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SUNRISE 6:31 AM |
SUNSET 6:43 PM |
TEMP 80° | 69° |
UV INDEX 6.0 High |
WEATHER Party Cloudy |
WINDS NE 19 MPH |
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MOON Waxing Crescent |
Handcrafters & Artisans Alliance Craft Fair
Mar. 28 – Mar. 29
9AM
Kapiʻolani Park
This open-air market highlights locally handmade goods from artists who actually made what they are selling, which feels refreshingly honest. From crafts to fine art, everything here supports small businesses and keeps creativity circulating through the community. You came to browse, you left with three things and a new favorite artist.
shop handmade
FoodieCon 2026
Sat Mar. 28 – Sun Mar. 29
10AM
Neal Blaisdell Center
Hawaiʻi’s largest foodie convention packs over 200 booths and 100 food vendors into one very ambitious weekend. Sample plates run at $7, which makes trying everything feel like a challenge instead of a bad decision. Ten thousand attendees and one shared mission to eat well.
eat everything
Pacific Basin Music Festival
Mar. 22 – Mar. 26
various times
Hawaiʻi Theatre Center and select venues
This international festival brings student bands and choirs from across the Pacific together for performances, workshops, and cultural exchange. Ensembles from countries like Japan, Australia, and Germany share the stage while working with top educators and composers. It is five days of music that travels far without leaving Honolulu.
global harmony
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Wednesday 25th
Through The Smoke: Whiskies of Ireland | 5:30PM | Waikīkī
A guided tasting in the Green Lady Garden pairs Irish whiskies with curated cigars and bites, turning a relaxed evening into a deep dive on aroma, flavor, and old world distilling traditions. sip the smoke
Talk Story: Jonathan Reed | 6PM | North Shore
Mental health advocate Jonathan Reed shares his personal journey and prevention work in honor of his son Tautua, offering tools for recognizing warning signs and supporting others through difficult moments. hear the story
Thursday 26th
Traditional Poi Making Workshop | 3PM | Kāneʻohe
One of Hawaiʻi’s longest running poi workshops teaches participants to pound kalo by hand using papa and pōhaku kuʻi ʻai, a practice once banned in 1911 and revived by cultural advocates a century later. pound the poi
OceanTalk: Deep Sea Exploration | 4PM | Waikīkī
Marine biologist Aaron Judah dives into the hidden world of deep sea ecosystems, sharing research on rare species, ocean health, and the real risks of deep sea mining in a one hour talk at the Waikīkī Aquarium. dive deeper
Bicycling Basics Workshop | 4PM | Washington Middle School
Hawaiʻi Bicycling League instructors break down everything from helmet checks to road rights before leading a short neighborhood ride that turns hesitant riders into confident commuters. ride with confidence
Friday 27th
Nurturing Grief Through Art – Watercolor | 4:30PM | Honolulu
Dr. Gaby Toloza, a clinical psychologist with 20+ years in trauma-informed care, teams up with Mrs. Jenny to turn watercolor into a surprisingly powerful emotional outlet. paint it out
The Sushi Class: Dinner and Sake Tasting | 5:30PM | Kakaako
Chef Yuji Haraguchi of OKONOMI and Osakana NYC fame walks you through sushi craft while casually pairing your handiwork with sake like a true pro. roll with it
Candlelight Concert: The Music of Joe Hisaishi | 7PM | The Cathedral of St Andrew
A live string quartet from Range Ensemble brings Studio Ghibli scores to life inside a candlelit cathedral, which is about as cinematic as Honolulu gets. light the night
Modulation | 7PM | Harbor's Vintage
Rear View Mirrors, New World Wonder, Open Signs, and dovergreyjaye stack the lineup while quietly donating part of ticket sales to the Immigrant Defense Project. tune in
The Music of ABBA | 8PM | Hawaii Theater
With over 400 million records sold, ABBA’s catalog gets the full live-band, sequin-heavy tribute treatment straight from seasoned Swedish performers. take a chance
A Short Intermission
Saturday 28th
Hawai‘i Kidney Walk | 8AM | Kapiolani Park
Backed by the National Kidney Foundation of Hawai‘i, this massive community walk rallies support for the 37 million U.S. adults affected by kidney disease while funding real patient care and education. steppp
Uluniu Workday | 8AM | UH West Oahu
Join Puʻuhonua Society’s monthly volunteer crew restoring niu and ʻulu agroforestry, then stick around for a potluck lunch that tastes better after four hours of good work. dig in
Uluniu Workday | 8AM | Kapolei
Spend your morning planting and mālama ʻāina alongside fellow volunteers in a hands-on effort to grow Hawaiʻi’s future food systems. get planting
Seed Saving & Gardening Workshop | 9:30AM | Honolulu
CTAHR Master Gardeners teach the oddly satisfying “seed snail” method before a mini seed swap where your labeled stash might score you something rare. swap seeds
Spring Celebration | 10AM | Mililani
From keiki crafts to a full-on petting zoo and Easter Bunny photo ops, this Mililani bash packs more family activities than your camera roll can handle. hop through
Tribal Seeds ft. Mike Love & Likkle Jordee | 6PM | Aloha Tower Marketplace
Tribal Seeds headlines a 21+ reggae night with Hawaiʻi’s own Mike Love and Likkle Jordee, plus VIP lanes if you hate waiting more than you love basslines. catch the set
Sunday 29th
Coffee & Books | 10:30AM | TRY Coffee
Bring your current read and sip something strong while swapping pages and opinions with fellow book lovers in a low-key, caffeine-fueled hang. sip & flip
Untamed & Unashamed Werkshop | 3PM | YWCA Laniakea
This intimate self-development session dives into shedding shame, reclaiming your voice, and building real tools for confidence, led through guided exercises and reflection. own ur power
Bunny Hop Golden Retriever Meet-Up | 4PM | Kailua
Golden retrievers take over Kailua with Easter photo ops, treats, and enough wagging tails to qualify as cardio. paw-ty time
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