It’s one of the most magical times of the year in Midtown Ala Moana. The holiday season means twinkle lights glittering on every block and the sound of Christmas music drifting through the air. Whether you’re lacing up your skates for a quick twirl around the skating rink at Hawaii Convention Center or ending the year with a bang with one of the island’s largest fireworks displays… you can enjoy all that is merry and bright right here in Midtown. Here are a few of our favorite Midtown holiday activities.
It’s one of the most magical times of the year in Midtown Ala Moana. The holiday season means twinkle lights glittering on every block and the sound of Christmas music drifting through the air. Whether you’re lacing up your skates for a quick twirl around the skating rink at Hawaii Convention Center or ending the year with a bang with one of the island’s largest fireworks displays… you can enjoy all that is merry and bright right here in Midtown. Here are a few of our favorite Midtown holiday activities.
There’s a reason they’re called man’s best friend. Your pet is like a family member, and you know they deserve some pawsome pampering. And Midtown Ala Moana is just the spot to find everything you need to make sure your furry friend is doggone happy.
One of Honolulu’s most popular beaches, Ala Moana Beach Park, is making waves and receiving some TLC. This fall the main road, Ala Moana Park Drive, will be repaved. The $1 million project covers not only repaving but also the installation of new speed bumps and some tree-trimming. The Ala Moana Beach Park improvements also includes the bustling park McCoy Pavilion, which will receive a new air conditioning system plus new showers have been installed and concession stands recently renovated. Read the full announcement at Hawaii News Now.
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I scream, you scream, we all scream for National Ice Cream Cone Day! There’s no waffling about it, on September 22 you’ll find us at any one (or all!) of our favorite Midtown Ala Moana spots, cooling off with an ice-cold treat.
If you need an excuse to chill out, check out some of our favorite ice cream shops in the Midtown neighborhood.
Let’s face it—all work and no play isn’t the ideal way to survive your 9-to-5. Here are a few of our favorite spots in Midtown Ala Moana to help you celebrate the end of the work day, the right way.
Forgetting your favorite wine or beer during your weekly grocery run is no longer a problem! Midtown Ala Moana residents now have convenient access to Sam’s Club same-day alcohol delivery. Hawaii is one of just 11 states Sam’s Club offers this new service, sending your favorite drink straight to your doorstep. Read the full announcement in Pacific Business News here.
The change in seasons may not be obvious in Hawaii but when the smell of fried andagi and the sound of taiko drums fill the Midtown Ala Moana air, we know its obon season.
Whether you’re a foodie or a shopper, some new shops are coming to Ala Moana Center this summer. Opening in the Makai Market food court is Ramen BARIO and Steak Teppei. While Chubbies, a clothing store, will open in the Mauka Wing along with Buffalo Wild Wings–which will open just in time for football season. Score!
Read more in this Hawaii News Now story here.
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Midtown Ala Moana will be a bright spot this 4th of July with fireworks and fun for the entire family. Here are some of our favorite 4th of July activities to do in Midtown Ala Moana: