Things to Do on O‘ahu in May 2024
Explore Bishop Museum after dark, sip and shop small at Kāhala Mall and catch comedian Sheng Wang live at Hawai‘i Theatre.
Photo: Courtesy of Bamp Project
CONCERT
An Evening With James Taylor
Saturday, May 4, 8 p.m.
One of the bestselling musicians of all time thanks to hits like “Fire and Rain” and “You’ve Got a Friend,” James Taylor has been performing since the 1960s. Expect to hear songs from his latest Grammy Award-winning album, American Standard.
$69.50 and up, Blaisdell Arena, 777 Ward Ave., bampproject.com, @bampproject
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Photo: Thomas Obungen
EVENT
Bishop Museum After Hours
Friday, May 10, 5 to 9 p.m.
Bishop Museum’s monthly event, After Hours, unfolds every second Friday from 5 to 9 p.m. with Hawaiian Hall tours, keiki activities, planetarium shows (for an additional fee), live music and food and drink for sale by local vendors. Attendees are invited to explore the museum’s various cultural exhibitions or just spend the evening gazing at stars from the Great Lawn.
$10 presale, $15 at the door, Bishop Museum members get in free, 1525 Bernice St., bishopmuseum.org, @bishopmuseum
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FOOD & DRINK
Sip+Shop
Saturday, May 11, 5 to 7 p.m.
Whether you’re shopping for or with Mom ahead of Mother’s Day, visit more than 10 mall merchants offering small wine pours and light bites, plus exclusive discounts and a special tote available exclusively to ticket holders.
$40 pre-sale, $45 at the door, Kāhala Mall, 4211 Wai‘alae Ave., hnltix.com, @honolulumag, @frolichawaii
FUNDRAISER
Inspo! 2024
Saturday, May 11, 5 to 9 p.m.
Lanakila Pacific, a nonprofit organization empowering those with disabilities, celebrates 85 years of service with an art-themed fundraiser. Check out work from local artists, crafters and entrepreneurs, plus food and entertainment.
$10 to $50, Bishop Museum’s Great Lawn, 1525 Bernice St., lanakilapacific.org, @lanakilapacific
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COMEDY
Sheng Wang
Friday, May 24, and Saturday, May 25, 7 p.m.
Move fast if you want to snag a seat to see comedian Sheng Wang—Friday’s show sold out, prompting a second one the following night. Otherwise, you can always catch his stand-up special, Sweet and Juicy, on Netflix.
$39.50 and up, Hawai‘i Theatre, 1130 Bethel St., hawaiitheatre.com, @shengwangtime
