11+ mon, 3+ week ago (100+ words) On today's episode of HI Now Daily, Italian food, films and music are all part of an event this weekend " we'll rundown exactly when, where and how to get tickets. Plus, you could get paid ... Visit House of Mana Up at Royal Hawaiian Center for all your holiday shopping needs Hawai'i's music industry: Tradition, evolution, and global influence (Part 3) Reasons to support Central Union Church Preschool's 20th Anniversary DAZZLE Gala American Red Cross honors their first group of 2025 Mission Heroes Find Feast 808 at Central Union Church Preschool's 20th Anniversary DAZZLE Gala...

9+ mon, 1+ week ago (296+ words) HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A popular landmark in downtown Honolulu has a vibrant new look, thanks to a city initiative. The city unveiled two art installations along Fort Street Mall Wednesday as part of Wahi Pana: Storied Places. One is a colorful tile mural by Carl F.K. Pao, titled Ke K'n'wai M'malahoe, a tribute to King Kamehameha's Law of the Splintered Paddle. "Even though this is a piece that was inspired from the time of Kamehameha and a time of intense warfare, it was transformational and something that has carried through time to us today and hopefully beyond," Pao said. "It's also something that people will be more engaged with, because of today's society where we're looking down at our phones, not at our surroundings, and you're gonna be confronted with this bright piece that's popping out with contrast to this brick tile…...

9+ mon, 2+ day ago (663+ words) HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The 29th annual Honolulu Festival takes place March 8-9 with a cultural celebration of music, dance and arts featuring 91 groups from Japan, the Pacific Rim and Hawaii. Cultural performances will take place at the Hawaii Convention Center, Ala Moana Center and Waikiki Beach Walk, and festivities include the Waikiki Grand Parade and Nagaoka Fireworks Show. This year's theme is "Bringing cultures together for a peaceful tomorrow." Honolulu Festival Foundation president Ted Kubo said, "Sharing culture, promoting education and environmental conservation are the core values of our Foundation and the inspiration that helps drive our corps of volunteers, our corporate donors and our government partners to make the Honolulu Festival a memorable experience for everyone to enjoy." For the first time, the Honolulu Festival Foundation is requiring a nominal admission fee for adults to enter the Kamehameha Exhibit Hall on the…...

8+ mon, 2+ week ago (74+ words) Waikiki Spam Jam came in sixth while the Hawaii Kuauli Pacific and Asia Cultural Festival on the Big Island ranked seventh. USA Today's 10 best cultural festivals include 2 in Hawaii Hawaii News Now 3.13 Late Evening Weather Jen Robbins Army webpage on famed Nisei World War II unit removed Rainbow Wahine basketball opens Big West Tournament run against UC San Diego Authorities report spike in sex assault cases involving online predators targeting kids...

3+ mon, 3+ week ago (144+ words) HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The City and County of Honolulu's Department of Parks and Recreation has announced new fall activities island wide. Many of the activities are free and open to all ages. A handful of the programs include aerobics, arts and crafts, pickleball, and paddleboarding. Most of the activities will begin after Labor Day Weekend (first week of September), however, those interested can register as early as August 15. Registrations are made online for the following locations. Those who don't have internet access can register for classes in-person at the park location from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. District 1 Parks (Ka Iwi to Waik'k') District 2 Parks (Makiki to "Aiea) District 3 Parks (Waipah" to M'kaha) District 4 Parks (Mokul'ia to Makapu"u) District 5 Parks (Pearl City to Whitmore) Online registrations can be made here....

3+ mon, 2+ week ago (71+ words) One Love Reggae Festival is coming to Hawaii, we have the lineup. Wanna say hello to the stars of Chief of War that are on Kauai this weekend? Entertainment: One Love reggae festival, Chief of War stars are on Kauai Hawaii News Now Sunrise First Alert Weather with Billy V 7-day forecast Kukakuka with Naka: How federal funding changes are impacting Hawaii Developer of Haleiwa Backyards project defends the plan...

2+ mon, 2+ week ago (200+ words) HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Aloha Festivals closed a week of Hawaiian cultural festivities on Saturday with entertainment and an appearance by its 2025 Royal Court. The event took place on Ko Olina's Ulua Lagoon Lawn from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. This was the first time that Ko Olina hosted Aloha Festivals as it is usually held in Waikiki. The court was formally welcomed at the start of the event, serving as a reminder of Hawaii royal legacy and history. The festival brought tradition to West Oahu through live Hawaiian music, lei making demonstrations and sunset hula. Families and visitors enjoyed food and live performances by H'lau Hula "O Hokulani, the keiki of Ka Waihona o Ka Na"auao and the Ahe M'lie trio. The festival practices the tradition of Makahiki, an ancient Hawaiian harvest festival. Centuries later, the spirit of aloha continues through generations. Resort properties…...

1+ mon, 4+ week ago (232+ words) HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Mysteries of Hawaii has been voted the Best Ghost Tour in the Nation by USA Today's 10 Best Readers' Choice Awards, for the third consecutive year. The annual awards begin with nominations curated by a panel of subject-matter experts and USA Today 10 Best editors, who carefully select the best attractions across the country. From there, the public casts votes, determining which tours stand above the rest. As the only Native Hawaiian-owned and operated ghost tour in Hawaii, Mysteries of Hawaii stands apart for its authentic blend of supernatural storytelling, Native Hawaiian culture, and local history. Founded by Master Storyteller Lopaka Kapanui, the company has been a cornerstone of Honolulu's haunted heritage for nearly three decades. Lopaka says it best: "We're about more than ghost stories. We're about making connections with people and sharing the vibrant history of Hawaii with…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago (245+ words) HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The annual Hawaii Children and Youth Day celebration is happening on Sunday at the state capitol. On Sunrise, to tell us more was someone who's brought joy to so many children and families over the years, McDonald's Chief Happiness Officer, Ronald McDonald. Children and Youth Day is a decades-long tradition made possible by countless hours of volunteer efforts. The best part is it's completely free and open to the entire community. This is going to be an incredible celebration with more than 100 participants coming together, live entertainment that'll have everyone on their feet, delicious food from local vendors, and of course, special keiki goodie bags. Ronald McDonald said the best part of the event is, "Hawaii's youth, recognizing all their wonderful accomplishments and showing them just how much we believe in them." On Sunday, you'll want to look…...

4+ mon, 2+ week ago (176+ words) HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The 59th annual Hawaii State Farm Fair is back after a two-year hiatus, and it's happening for the first time at its new permanent location in Whitmore Village. The weekend event runs Saturday, July 12, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sunday, July 13, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission remains $5 for the general public and is free for keiki and students with a valid student ID. The fair will showcase Hawaii agriculture with live farm animals, food vendors, entertainment, rides for small children, and educational exhibits. The "Buy Local, It Matters" pavilion and Kamehameha Schools' Country Market will highlight local products, produce, and plants. Food offerings include favorites like poi mochi, gourmet summer rolls, chili, and Thai food. StevO the clown returns, and for the first time Hui P" will perform on the Farm Fair stage. Executive director Brian Miyamoto says the event is a celebration of…...