Arts + Culture
The Endearing Art of Lei Making in Hawaiʻi
For many, making lei preserves family traditions and ancestral knowledge, connecting generations across the Islands.
Meet Chef Rhoda Magbitang, Hawaiʻi’s Most Recent ‘Top Chef’ Alum
The executive chef of CanoeHouse at Mauna Lani, Auberge Collection, is a strong Season 23 competitor whose personality shines on screen.
How to Celebrate Lei Day in Hawaiʻi
In case you haven’t heard, May Day is Lei Day in Hawaiʻi. And there are plenty of colorful ways to celebrate on May 1.
These Nightly Concerts in Kā‘anapali Foster Community
Guests and locals are invited to connect and experience an enchanting evening of live music underneath the branches of a century-old banyan tree.
This Maui Author Celebrates the Islands’ Bounty in Her Newest Cookbook
Inspired by Hawaiʻi’s culinary traditions, Alana Kysar’s second cookbook approaches local flavors with a colorful, plant-forward lens.
Find Beauty and Bliss at This Traditional Lomilomi Spa on Maui
Ho‘omana Spa is more than a place to get a massage—it’s a starting point on a journey of ancestral healing, Hawaiian hospitality and profound transformation.
‘Ono Omiyage: Hawai‘i’s Sweet Gift-Giving Tradition
These mementos aren’t just souvenirs; they’re tasty tokens of aloha and gratitude.
Traditional Treasures: A Brief History of Hawaiian Heirloom Jewelry
These engraved pieces have become timeless expressions of love, memories and identity in the Islands.
How to Watch the 63rd Annual Merrie Monarch Festival
Tune into Hawaiʻi’s premier hula competition.
What’s in a Hawaiian Plate, Anyway?
Across the Islands, there are restaurants, food trucks and lū‘au that serve these uniquely-Hawai‘i dishes. Here’s what to know about each dish on a classic Hawaiian plate.
Made by Hand, Inspired by the Islands: Hawaiʻi’s Spirit Takes Shape at Maui’s Best Art Gallery
Art comes alive at Maui Hands, which was voted the best art gallery on Maui in HAWAIʻI Magazine’s 2026 Reader Choice Awards.
How We Celebrate Girls’ Day in Hawaiʻi
For more than 1,000 years, Girls’ Day has been celebrated in Japan. In Hawaiʻi, many local families honor the holiday on March 3 by making mochi—so we’re sharing an easy recipe to help you celebrate, too.
7 Must-Read Books About Inspirational Women in Hawaiʻi
Celebrate International Women’s Month with these biographies and memoirs about remarkable wāhine—from courageous queens to brave athletes—who have helped shape the Islands’ history and culture.
How to Celebrate Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi
From its near extinction to revival, ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi continues to be preserved and celebrated. These resources can help you learn the language during Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi and beyond.
Celebrate Muʻumuʻu Month All January in Hawaiʻi
Don your favorite muʻumuʻu to show appreciation for this beloved attire in the Islands.