Photo: Courtesy of Ward Village
The HONOLULU edition
Saturday March 21, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m
*Editor’s Note: This event has been canceled due to safety concerns due to weather and flooding.
If you missed the February launch event, here’s your chance to check out the new HONOLULU Magazine Market. Meet 40 of Hawaiʻi’s most stylish, creative and locally loved brands, try on samples and find your favorites in a lively and innovative environment. Elevate your experience with a VIP Shopping Pass to receive early entry at 9am, exclusive discounts, some perks and a free Mochi Momma Chocolate Strawberry Mochi.
Free General Admission, $25 VIP Shopping Pass, Ward Center (former Roger Dunn space), 1200 Ala Moana Blvd., Kaka’ako, honolulumagazine.com, @honolulumag
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Photo: Alec Singer
HoMA Nights x Shangri La Honors Nowruz
Friday March 20, from 5 to 9 p.m
Experience the traditions of the Persian New Year, which marks the beginning of the spring equinox, in this special edition of the Honolulu Museum of Art’s pau hana series. Sample Persian cuisine at Bar Koko, try pomegranate-themed desserts and Istanbul Hawai’i tea, listen to neo-soul music by Bassel & The Supernaturals, and join hands-on activities with artist Aida Salehi.
Family-friendly, $25 general admission, $10 children, 900 S. Beretania St., Makiki, honolulumuseum.org, @honolulumuseum
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Series of films by Studio Ghibli
Wednesday March 18, 7 p.m Udol’s moving castle
Thursday March 19, at 7 p.m., My neighbor Totoro
Friday March 20 at 7 p.m. Kiki’s Delivery Service
Fans of the Japanese animation studio should clarify their plans for the week. A trio of classic films featuring the beloved artwork and characters will be screened on the majestic stage of the historic Hawai’i Theatre. Please note: Films will be presented in Japanese with English subtitles.
Family Friendly, $25.50 per screening, Hawai’i Theatre, 1130 Bethel St., Downtown, hawaiitheatre.com, @ghibliusa
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Photos: Courtesy of Wai’anae Coast Community Foundation
Prince Jonah Kūhiō Kalaniana’ole Festival
Saturday March 21, from 3 to 9 p.m
Celebrate the prince of Hawaii’s people with a birthday party at the West Beach park that bears his name. Enjoy cultural activities, entertainment by the Sons of Yeshua, hula performances, keiki bounce houses, craft vendors, food booths and a fireworks display.
Family Friendly, Free, Kalaniana’ole Beach Park, 89-598 Farrington Highway, Nanakuli, @wccfcommunityfoundation
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Photo: Courtesy of Sea Life Park Hawai’i
Beach Cleanup and Keiki Sunday at Sea Life Park Hawai’i
Sunday March 22, from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. beach cleaning, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. park festivities
Start your day with a community beach cleanup at Baby Makapu’u Beach with 808 Cleanups. Then enter the Sea Life Park for special activities including face painting, a photo booth, interactive games and a live DJ, in addition to the usual marine animal exhibits. Take advantage of the BOGO deal: Get one free keiki ticket (ages 4-12) for every paid general admission ticket.
Family-friendly, free to attend beach cleanup, $53.99 general admission for adults, purchase online in advance, $44.99 general admission for children, purchase in advance online, free for keiki under 3, 41-202 Kalanianaʻole Highway, Waimānalo, sealifeparkhawaii.com, @sealifepark
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Laura Dornbush is a regular contributor to HONOLULU Magazine. @ldornbush
