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Weekend Game
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Honolulu 96814
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Weekend of January 23-25, 2026
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WEEKEND SNAPSHOT
Sunny with light trade winds; High 80°F, Low 68°F.
Victoria Ward Park Makai is now fully open, offering new pedestrian connectivity between Ward Village and the shoreline.
⚡ If You Only Do One Thing
Friends of the Library of Hawaiʻi Music & Book Sale
Jan 23-25, 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM (Sunday until 2:00 PM)
"This is the 15th annual fundraiser held at the Ward Centre Mall. It’s the highest-density collection of affordable vinyl, CDs, and rare books in the state, making it a perfect low-cost treasure hunt for professionals and families alike."
PRO TIP: Arrive on Sunday for the clearance discounts, but bring your own sturdy tote bags as the library-provided boxes run out fast.
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📍 Top Spots
Honolulu Bistro Grilled Sandwich Truck
Daily, 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM • Kakaʻako (Rotating locations near Ward Village)
A newly launched food truck concept specializing in gourmet Hawaiian-style grilled cheese and local melts.
Best For: A quick, trendy lunch for active professionals. • Cost: $12 - $18
HoMA Nights at Honolulu Museum of Art
Friday, Jan 23, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM • 900 S Beretania St
An after-hours museum experience featuring live jazz, food by ArtHaus, and open galleries.
Best For: Young professionals looking for a sophisticated start to the weekend. • Cost: $20 (Free for members)
Dial M for Murder
Jan 23-25, Evening and Matinee shows • Mānoa Valley Theatre
A fresh, suspenseful adaptation of the classic thriller about blackmail and a perfect crime gone wrong.
Best For: Date night or fans of classic mystery. • Cost: $25 - $45
Choose Your Mode
Mode: Family Adventure
Sounds of the Ocean
$20 Adults / $15 Kids
Sunday, Jan 25, 5:30 PM & 7:00 PM • J. Watumull Planetarium (Bishop Museum)
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Tip: The planetarium is kept cool; bring a light sweater for the kids.
Mode: Active & Cultural
The Last Five Years
$35 - $60
Fri/Sat at 7:30 PM, Sun at 4:00 PM • Diamond Head Theatre
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Tip: Check for 'rush' tickets 1 hour before the show if you are feeling spontaneous.
Weekend at a Glance
Friday Night
Jazz & Art at HoMA Nights
Vibe
Saturday Morning
Kakaʻako Farmers Market
Outdoor
Sunday Evening
Sounds of the Ocean Planetarium Show
Family
⚠️ Logistics Watch Outs
Parklinq QR Payments
Bishop Museum and various Kakaʻako lots.
Download the app or prepare to pay via mobile browser; most lots in the 96814 area have removed physical cash kiosks.
Ward Centre Traffic
Saturday mid-morning near the Music & Book sale.
Park in the Ward Village parking garage across the street and use the elevated pedestrian walkway to avoid the street-level congestion.
🍿 Movies
Top Box Office
The Housemaid (R): Sydney Sweeney stars in this psychological thriller based on the viral bestseller.
Zootopia 2 (PG): Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde return in this animated sequel that’s dominating family screenings.
Greenland 2: Migration (PG-13): Gerard Butler returns in this high-stakes disaster sequel as the Garrity family searches for safety.
New This Weekend
Mercy (PG-13): Chris Pratt and Rebecca Ferguson star in this near-future sci-fi thriller about a detective on trial.
Return to Silent Hill (R): A man returns to a mysterious town to find his lost love in this long-awaited horror franchise reboot.
H Is For Hawk (PG-13): Claire Foy stars in this biographical drama about a woman who trains a hawk to cope with grief.
📅 Plan Ahead
| Date |
Event |
Action |
| February 6-7, 2026 |
Punahou Carnival |
High; requires wristband prep and early arrival for scrips. |
| February 14, 2026 |
Chinatown Lunar New Year Festival & Parade |
Medium; book a restaurant in Chinatown now for the Year of the Horse kickoff. |