Dogs can play all day at Kama’aina K9 Adventures
Treat your furry loved ones to a fun, frolicking time at Kama‘aina K9 Adventures, Hawaii’s first theme park designed especially for dogs. Read more
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Photo ops on display at Hilton Hawaiian’s ‘Epic Aloha’
A giant illuminated light peg mural and an oversized kaleidoscope are among backdrops for epic photo ops at Epic Aloha, a 6,000-square-foot experience with 12 themed rooms. Read more
Bounce into 2019 at 808 Basketball Club clinics
If you’re thinking of ways to encourage a healthier, more active lifestyle for your keiki in the new year, consider 808 Basketball Club’s basketball clinics. Read more
‘Ohana Festival celebrates Japanese culture, tradition
Celebrate 2019 and the Year of the Boar with traditional mochi pounding, kimono dressing, martial arts demonstrations and more at the New Year’s ‘Ohana Festival. Read more
Ward Village illuminates Kakaako with interactive glowing garden
Bring the whole family to experience “Light Garden, a 1,000 Year Bloom,” a radiant, immersive art installation open nightly through January at the new Victoria Ward Park at Ward Village. Read more
Your guide to New Year’s Eve 2018 in Honolulu
Celebrate with the family, see fireworks, dance all night, and start the year off right with blessings and a parade on New Year’s Day. Read more
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Kapolei Commons artwork lights path for keiki
For artwork you can encourage your kids to run, jump or even dance on, visit “Aqueous,” a large-scale interactive art installation open through Monday at Kapolei Commons. Read more
Classic children’s tale retold with Hawaiian twist
What better way to start 2019 than by sharing a story with your keiki that teaches qualities such as perseverance and kindness? Read more
‘Drop’ by Town Center of Mililani to ring in 2019
As the Times Square Ball Drop in New York welcomes 2019, the Town Center of Mililani Pineapple Drop will also light up the night with a 12-foot-tall pineapple made up of more than 2,500 light bulbs. Read more
Enchanting Christmas books depict holidays in Hawaii
Keiki dancing hula as auntie strums her ukulele on the beach, “broke da mouth” haupia cake and a trip downtown to see Christmas sights are among the island-style holiday images found in two new children’s books. Read more
Celebrate Christmas with the Honolulu Zoo animals on Saturday
The Honolulu Zoo’s animals will be celebrating Christmas on Saturday and you are invited to join in on the festivities. Read more
Be entertained, finish holiday shopping at Sunset Mele and Night Market
Watch a screening of “Elf” and take in a performance by Ben & Maila — great ways to celebrate the holiday season! — and squeeze in some shopping, too, at Sunset Mele and Night Market at the Hawai‘i Convention Center. Read more
Ballet Hawaii’s ‘Nutcracker’ set in Kingdom of Hawaii
Ballet Hawaii’s popular annual production, accompanied by the Hawaii Symphony Orchestra, runs Friday through Sunday at Blaisdell Concert Hall. Read more
Hawaii Kai boaters parade holiday spirit
For an evening that’s sure to be both merry and bright, check out the 22nd annual Festival of Lights Christmas Boat Parade Saturday at Hawaii Kai Towne Center. Read more
Gingerbread, gifts and more at Mele Kalikimaka Marketplace
For holiday gifts galore and fun family activities — including a Gingerbread Workshop — check out the Mele Kalikimaka Marketplace, this weekend at Blaisdell Exhibition Hall. Read more
Kroc Center adds touch of Christmas to Kapolei
Christmas cookie decorating, pony rides and a live Nativity re-enactment of the first Christmas are among the festive activities at A Touch of Christmas at the Kroc Center in Kapolei. Read more
Popular kids’ book characters brought to stage
Fans of Mo Willems’ beloved, best-selling Elephant & Piggie books can see these charming characters come to life in Honolulu Theatre for Youth’s “Elephant & Piggie’s ‘WE ARE IN A PLAY!’” at Tenney Theatre. Read more
She Speaks: Chaperoning includes unexpected advantages
On a recent field trip to Hawaii Children’s Discovery Center, I had three kindergartners pulling me in three different directions at one of the interactive exhibits. Read more
‘Pictures with Santa Paws’ benefits Hawaiian Humane Society
If your keiki include the furry kind, they can also have their photos taken with Santa at Pictures with Santa Paws this weekend at the new Lau Hala Shops in Kailua. Read more
Book online to see Santa and skip the wait
Planning a holiday portrait session at the mall for your keiki? Skip long lines and long waits by booking online appointments for photos with Santa. Read more
Windward Community College hosts holiday-themed planetarium shows
Celebrate the spirit of the season at Windward Community College’s Hokulani Imaginarium with its two shows, “Star of Bethlehem: The Magi’s Story” and “Season of Light.” Read more
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