Honolulu · Weekend of 2026-01-23

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Honolulu 96814

Weekend of January 23-25, 2026

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.

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.

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