Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: Oct. 3–9, 2024
Attend a palace party, admire local art, cruise on Lake Wilson, play at a kid-focused festival and more.
Photo: Courtesy of Daughters of Hawai‘i
Day at Hānaiakamalama, the Queen Emma Summer Palace Festival
Saturday, Oct. 5, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Tour the palace museum, enjoy performances by musician Alx Kawakami, the Royal Hawaiian Band and several hula hālau, shop local vendors at the Mākeke, hunt for second-hand finds in Tūtū’s Attic and pick up a jar of the Daughters of Hawai‘i’s famous jams and jellies. Proceeds support the historic preservation, maintenance and operations of the Palace and grounds.
Family-friendly, $10 general admission, $5 youth admission (5–12 years old), $1 child admission (4 years old and under), Queen Emma Summer Palace, 2913 Pali Hwy., Nu‘uanu, daughtersofhawaii.org, @daughtersofhawaii
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Photo: Courtesy of Hawai‘i Craftsmen
Hawai‘i Craftsmen Statewide Exhibition
Friday, Oct. 4, through Saturday, Oct. 26
Get inspired by this annual showcase of traditional and contemporary art highlighting more than 100 talented artists from across the islands. This year’s juried selection includes various media, such as ceramics, fiber, wood, metal and glass.
Free, gallery open Tuesday to Saturday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Downtown Art Center, 1041 Nu‘uanu Ave., hawaiicraftsmen.org, @hawaiicraftsmen
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Photo: Courtesy of Wahiawā Fresh!
Day at Lake Wilson
Saturday, Oct. 5, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Back after years on hiatus, this event celebrates one of the largest freshwater reservoirs in Hawai‘i. Take a free boat ride, picnic along the shoreline, learn about protecting our natural resources and enjoy make-and-take crafts and games.
Family-friendly, free, Wahiawā Freshwater Park, 380 Walker Ave., dayatthelake.org, @wahiawafresh
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Hot October Spooktacular
Saturday, Oct. 5, 4 to 9 p.m.
With something for everyone, this event is a mash-up of Halloween party, night market and car and bike show. Go trick-or-treating, enter the costume contest, shop local craft and food vendors, check out vintage cars and watch the lowrider hopping competition.
Family-friendly, $10 adult admission, $5 youth admission (12-17 years old), free for 11 years old and under, $9 parking (cash only), Aloha Stadium, upper Halawa parking lot, 99-500 Salt Lake Blvd., alohastadium.hawaii.gov, @histreetgrindzandcraftsfest
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Photo: Courtesy of Hawai‘i Children and Youth Day
Hawai‘i Children & Youth Day
Sunday, Oct. 6, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
It’s a day full of things that keiki love most: bounce houses, an obstacle course, games, character meet-and-greets, interactive stage entertainment, fun festival food and more. Collect stamps at the activity booths and you’ll be rewarded with a goodie bag to take home. Heads-up—Punchbowl Street between King Street and Beretania Street will be closed for the event.
Family-friendly, free, Frank F. Fasi Civic Grounds, 650 S. King St., hawaiicyd.org, @hawaiichildrenandyouthday
