Waikiki magazine

Waikiki’s only outdoor lu‘au boasts live music, authentic Hawaiian dining and stunning performances. Family-friendly, fun and entertaining, the Waikiki Starlight Luau at Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort offers an unforgettable evening under the stars with ‘ono food, cultural activities,… More >

You know the islands where Charles Darwin studied finches and eventually went on to develop his theory of evolution? Well, Hawai‘i is the Galapagos Islands on steroids. The Hawaiian Islands are the most isolated group of islands in the world…. More >

For O‘ahu’s beloved ManoaDNA, a love for music is in the genes. For many musicians, performing is in their blood. For one O‘ahu-based band, it’s in their DNA. An acronym for Dad, Nick and Alex, adult contemporary pop group ManoaDNA… More >

[EVENT DETAILS SUBJECT TO CHANGE] HAWAI‘I FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL Through September 7 Co-founded by two of Hawai‘i’s James Beard Award-winning chefs, Roy Yamaguchi and Alan Wong, this festival serves up 10 days of culinary excitement including many events in… More >

This annual event—the longest running celebration in the islands—honors Hawaiian culture and community with pageantry and aloha. As the season of summer ends and autumn comes to the Hawaiian Islands, few physical changes are noticeable. However, in ancient Hawai‘i, the… More >

Rock-A-Hula! rolls out an electrifying tribute to music legends with a local twist. What do you get when you take the King of Rock, the King of Pop and the Mother Monster, mix in a cast of powerful Polynesian performers… More >

Fourever Fab was born to perform. Andrew Hill (Paul McCartney), originally from Australia, has been in the business for 25 years and has traveled all over America, Canada and Asia performing as The Beatles. Alastar McNeil (George Harrison), born and… More >

As summer fades, recharge for the autumnal equinox with Waikiki’s leading remedies. Hawai‘i’s natural beauty and bounty of exotic flora and fauna make the islands a sanctuary of healing and tranquility. So take time to break from bustling Kalakaua to… More >

Get the inside track on what to see and do straight from the experts—the concierges working in Waikiki. Wendy Wong Concierge Halekulani Years working in Waikiki: 32 years in Waikiki, 28 years at Halekulani Three words that describe Waikiki: Energetic,… More >

Explore Hawai‘i’s rich musical legacy with the Royal Hawaiian Band—the only band in the United States with a royal legacy. If you thought the Rolling Stones have been around a long time— think again. The Royal Hawaiian Band, a 40-member… More >