A band group holds a concert to support flood recovery efforts.
Earth, Wind & Fire has announced that they will hold a one-day-only concert to support flood recovery efforts in Hawaii
As a group, they have won nine Grammy Awards and recorded worldwide album sales of over 100 million copies
Scheduled to be held on Saturday, June 13, at the Blaisdell Arena on Oahu, tickets are currently on sale for Hawaii residents.
Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano
The latest lava fountaining episode of an erupting Hawaii volcano reached 1,000 feet (300 meters) high Tuesday, prompting temporary closures at a national park and part of an important highway because of falling glassy volcanic fragments, including ash.
WAIKIKI SPAM JAM STREET FESTIVAL
April 25, 2026 Saturday
1:30 PM Road Closes 12:00 AM Road Reopens
The event is expected to have 25,000+ participants. Lane closures begin at 12:30 pm for setup. The event will close Kalakaua Avenue, all traffic lanes/sidewalk areas, from Seaside Ave. to Liliuokalani Ave. from 1:30pm
Gasoline Prices Hit a New All-Time High
According to the AAA (American Automobile Association), the average price of gasoline per gallon in Hawaii is $5.65
Earlier this month, HECO (Hawaiian Electric) announced that, driven by surging crude oil prices, electricity rates for average households could rise by 20% to 30% over the coming months.
HAPALUA HONOLULU HALF MARATHON
April 12, 2026 Sunday
3:00 AM Lanes Close 11:00 AM Lanes Reopen
The event is expected to have 10,000+ runners. It will start on Kalakaua Ave., near Dukes Statue, head Ewa on Kalakaua Ave., to Kapiolani Blvd., to Atkinson Dr., to Ala Moana Blvd. mauka side, turn around at Fort St. Mall, to Ala Moana Blvd., makai side., to Kalakaua Ave., to Monsarrat Ave., to Paki Ave., to Diamond Head Road, to Paikau St., to Kahala Ave., to Diamond Head Rd., to Kalakaua Ave., to end at Honolulu Marathon finish line.
HEART OF HONOLULU STREET FESTIVAL
April 11, 2026 Saturday
9:00 AM Road Closes 6:00 PM Road Reopens
The event is expected to have 2,000+ participants. The event will close Nuuanu Ave., all lanes, from Chaplain Ln. to N. King St., Pauahi St. from Smith-Beretania Lot driveway to Mark's Garage driveway.
SALUTE TO YOUTH PARADE
April 8, 2026 Wednesday
6:00 PM Road Closes 8:00 PM Road Reopens
The event will have 500 marchers, 15 vehicles, 5 floats, 10 bands. It will start at Ft. DeRussy, to Kalakaua Ave., kkhd on Kalakaua Ave., to Monsarrat Ave to end at Queen Kapiolani Park.
With 3-hour wait times, 10 ways Hawaiʻi air travelers can prep, deal
1. Get to the airport early 2. Check in before leaving home 3. Pack smart for security 4. Expect a visible security presence. 5.Track TSA wait times 6. Bring snacks and water 7. Download essentials offline 8. Choose the right line 9. Build in buffer time 10. Control what you can
City of Honolulu doubles dog-friendly parks
The new parks will allow dogs on leashes, bringing the total number of dog-friendly parks on Oahu to 72
Launched a pilot program to test new park signs and dog waste bags.
NATIONAL VIETNAM VETERAN'S DAY PARADE
March 28, 2026 Saturday
5:30 PM Road Closes 8:00 PM Road Reopens
The event is expected to have 3,000 marchers, 30 vehicles, 12 bands. It will start at Saratoga Rd./Kalakaua Ave., to Kalakaua Ave., to Monsarrat Ave., to end at Queen Kapiolani Park