HONOLULU (HI Now) - Not sure what’s on your weekend agenda? Here are a few things to do this weekend, from local events and live entertainment to laid-back outings and family-friendly activities.
Hawaii Pop Con
Saturday, January 10 - Sunday, January 11, 2026 | FREE-$25
Hawaiʻi Pop Con, held at the Neal S. Blaisdell Center, is the state’s largest pop culture celebration, featuring comics, collectibles, cosplay, artists, and special guests. The family-friendly event highlights local creators, national talent, exclusive merch, panels, and experiences for fans of all ages.
For more information, visit www.hawaiipopcon.com and follow Hawaii Pop Con on Instagram @hawaiipopcon!

E Ola Mau Hōkūleʻa – Half a Century of Voyaging
Saturday, January 10 - Sunday, January 11, 2026 | FREE
Don’t miss the final weekend to see “E Ola Mau Hōkūleʻa – Half a Century of Voyaging” at the Inspiration Hawaiʻi Museum! The museum is open from 11 AM to 4 PM on the 10th and 11th, with the exhibition running through January 18th.
For more information, visit inspirationhawaiimuseum.org.
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33rd Annual New Year’s ʻOhana Festival
Sunday, January 11, 2026, from 10 AM to 3 PM | FREE
The 33rd Annual New Year’s ʻOhana Festival features a mix of new and returning Japanese and local food vendors, cultural demonstrations such as mochi pounding, tea ceremony, sumo, and calligraphy, and live entertainment including taiko, hula, and music. Visitors can also explore a craft fair with dozens of local vendors and enjoy many more fun activities for the whole ʻohana.
For more information, visit bit.ly/nyof2026!
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