 Aloha ,
The First First Friday Honolulu Art Gallery Walk is tomorrow - October 3rd, 2025 (see details below). Come on down to Chinatown/Downtown from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm (with after hour activities until 2:00 am) and visit the galleries and merchants and enjoy their impressive array of exhibits and events.
Also check out the news section below for interesting news going on in the Downtown / Chinatown and art community.
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Profiles Of The Month
View profiles of the month and previous profiles of the month on FirstFridayHawaii.Com.
- Next Door
- Hawaii Craftsmen
- Art by Winette
- Capitol Modern - The Hawai‘i State Art Museum
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FEATURED EVENTS AND HIGHLIGHTS
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Black Cat Tattoo Studio (10/3/2025 - See notes for times)
Honolulu's only Tattoo Parlor-Art Gallery,featuring a wide variety of creative ,original art on a monthly basis Celebrating First Friday's with live tattooing, live music,amazing artist ... and cocktails! More...
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Hank's Cafe Honolulu - Big Trouble in Little Chinatown (10/3/2025 - See notes for times)
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- The restaurant is open from 5pm-Midnight. The take-away window from 10pm-2:30am. Everything at the window $5. More...
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- Offering affordable off-the-shelf contemporary clothing designs and create- your-own designs. Extended shop hours until 8PM. More...
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- One of the new, exciting dining options in the area. Dining room and bar open until 10PM. More...
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Dragon Upstairs- Big Trouble in Little Chinatown (10/3/2025 - See notes / visit website)
First Friday party! More...
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Bar 35 - First Friday! (10/3/2025 - 4pm-2am)
Exclusive, stylish and sexy, BAR 35 is host to the most discriminating drinker. Over 100 beers from around the world. More...
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Scarlet Honolulu - First Fridays 21+ (10/3/2025 - 8:00PM - 2:00AM)
SCARLET BAR AND DANCE CLUB - A Night club with an energetic and alluring atmosphere that will get anyones toes tapping. Let us introduce you to the wizards behind the the curtain of our 'pink' emerald city. More...
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- If you want an authentic Chinatown experience, come to Smith's Union, the oldest bar in Honolulu. Our beer is always cold and cheap. More...
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First Friday at Proof Social Club - Live Music, Art and More... (10/3/2025 - See notes for times)
Proof Social Club presents First Friday Artwalk Alley with works by local vendors. Live music by Infra Combo, Mono Trio and Men In Grey Suits More...
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- Offers extended shop hours until 9PM with new clothing items from the Fighting Eel and Ava Sky collection. More...
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Capitol Modern - Hawaii State Art Museum First Friday - OCTOBER 2025 (10/3/2025 - 5:00pm - 9:00pm)
Celebration Honolulu Pride! Drag show, drag art gallery tour, live music, pop-up artists, food vendors, and urban market with Art + Flea. Museum galleries open. More...
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Arts at Marks Garage First Friday - ARTS of Pride (10/3/2025 - See notes for times)
The ARTS at Marks Garage is a community arts center with a 1,000 sq. ft. gallery, a 1,000 sq. ft. theater, and a 1,000 sq. ft. office space founded in 2001. Marks is home to 13 performing and visual arts businesses including Youth Speaks Hawaii and Hawaii Shakespeare Festival. 45,000 visitors attend 13 exhibits and 150 performances each year. More...
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Nextdoor First Friday (10/3/2025 - see notes)
Deep in the heart of Honolulu's Chinatown is Nextdoor, Hawaii's underground art and music haven. From jazz and hip hop to electronic dance music, heavy metal, and everything in between, musical legends have called this concert hall home.'' More...
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Downtown Art Center Presents - Hawaiʻi Craftsmen Annual Statewide Exhibition 2025 (10/3/2025 - 5:30 to 8 p.m)
The Hawaii Craftsmen Annual Statewide Exhibition, showcases the finest traditional and contemporary craft from across the Islands, in ceramics, fiber, wood, metal, glass, and more. Juried by Sarah Darro, Curator and Exhibitions Director of the Houston Center for Contemporary Craft, the exhibition will feature exceptional works selected during her visits to each island, highlighting the creativity and skill of Hawaiʻi’s diverse craft community. More...
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Himalayan Kitchen Restaurant - Downtown - Chinatown - GET COUPON (10/3/2025 - 4pm-2am)
Authentic Nepalese & Indian Cuisine. we serve innovative cuisine from different regions of Nepal & India, with genuine, friendly hospitality served great vigor and enthusiasm. More...
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Hawaii Theatre Center - THE MOTH 2025 (10/3/2025 - 8:00 PM)
Legendary America’s Got Talent Winner Terry Fator and his cast of America’s favorite puppets are coming to venues across the country in 2024 with a new version of his Las Vegas show, “Terry Fator: On the Road Again”. More...
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NOVEMBER 2025 HONOLULU ART WALK - CALENDAR (VIEW LAST MONTH NEWSLETTER)
FIRST FRIDAY DETAILS Monthly updates are finalized/published 1 day before each First Friday (8pm-11pm).
FOLLOW US TO GET NOTIFIED - Announcements goes out day before First Friday. - Email / Facebook / Twitter / Text
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FF EVENT - Downtown Art Center Presents - Hawaiʻi Craftsmen Annual Statewide Exhibition 2025 (10/3/2025 - 5:30 to 8 p.m)
The Hawaii Craftsmen Annual Statewide Exhibition, showcases the finest traditional and contemporary craft from across the Islands, in ceramics, fiber, wood, metal, glass, and more. Juried by Sarah Darro, Curator and Exhibitions Director of the Houston Center for Contemporary Craft, the exhibition will feature exceptional works selected during her visits to each island, highlighting the creativity and skill of Hawaiʻi’s diverse craft community. More...
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Himalayan Kitchen Restaurant Coupon, Discount, Specials - Buy 2 Meals 50% Off Third
Buy 2 Meals 50% Off Third OR Free appetizer of Garlic Naan bread with order of regularly priced entree. Serving innovative cuisine from different regions of Nepal & India, with genuine, friendly hospitality served great vigor and enthusiasm. More...
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Windward Artists Guild - 65th Annual Member Show at Ho omaluhia Botanical Garden Gallery - Exhibit Runs Until October 30, 2025
We are pleased to invite you to view the latest from WAG, an online show featuring approximately 30 artists. More...
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Downtown-Chinatown Neighborhood Board No. 13 Agenda - OCTOBER 2, 2025, at 6:00 P.M.
Come learn about what's going on in the community! More...
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Capitol Modern - First Friday at he Hawai‘i State Art Museum & October 2025 Coming Events
Celebration Honolulu Pride! Drag show, drag art gallery tour, live music, pop-up artists, food vendors, and urban market with Art + Flea.
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Bruno - Premiere Supplier of Hawaii Mobility Products / Solutions
Bruno proudly delivers high-quality stair lifts, scooter lifts, platform lifts and home elevators. Veteran founded. Family owned. More...
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NOVEMBER 2025 HONOLULU ART WALK - CALENDAR
Newsletter goes out via Email the day before each First Friday. Join the Email List. Special offers, art news, Downtown/Chinatown news and more. More...
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Downtown Art Center -Exhibitions and Events at DAC this October!
The Downtown Art Center mission is to be a vibrant community center for arts and cultural organizations that provide educations, experiences, and activities for all ages. Its vision and values support this mission. More...
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9th Pamana Art Exhibit at Honolulu Hale, from October 13 to November 4, 2025
The 9th Pamana Art Exhibit will be held at Honolulu Hale in October 2025. The Pamana Art Exhibit is part of a month long of activities celebrating Filipino American heritage month in the State of Hawaii. It will be a non-themed juried show; guest juror will be announced at a later date. As with past exhibits, there will be cash awards for winners. Attached is the prospectus. We hope you will consider participating this year and please share it with others who might want to. Let me know if you have any questions. More...
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Honolulu Zoo Welcomes Bono As Companion For Female Gibbon
The Honolulu Zoo is excited to announce that Bono, a 42-year-old male white-handed gibbon, has moved into an island habitat where he can be observed by zoo visitors. Bono recently arrived from the Santa Barbara Zoo as part of an effort to provide companionship for Japan, a 48-year-old female white-handed gibbon, who has called the Honolulu Zoo home since 1982. More...
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Hawaii State Foundation On Culture and The Arts OCTOBER 2025 Newsletter
The Hawai'i State Art Museum is dedicated to presenting the largest and finest collection of works by Hawai'i artists that celebrate the diverse artistic and cultural legacy of Hawai'i. More...
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FF EVENT - Capitol Modern - Hawaii State Art Museum First Friday - OCTOBER 2025 (10/3/2025 - 5:00pm - 9:00pm)
Celebration Honolulu Pride! Drag show, drag art gallery tour, live music, pop-up artists, food vendors, and urban market with Art + Flea. Museum galleries open. More...
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All Aboard: Skyline's Segment 2 Grand Opening Brings New Stations, Better Bus Connections, And Free Rides - The City and County of Honolulu's Department of Transportation Services (DTS) is reminding the public about the upcoming grand opening of Skyline Segment 2 and a fare-free weekend to celebrate this major milestone. More...
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FF EVENT - Arts at Marks Garage First Friday - ARTS of Pride (10/3/2025 - See notes for times)
The ARTS at Marks Garage is a community arts center with a 1,000 sq. ft. gallery, a 1,000 sq. ft. theater, and a 1,000 sq. ft. office space founded in 2001. Marks is home to 13 performing and visual arts businesses including Youth Speaks Hawaii and Hawaii Shakespeare Festival. 45,000 visitors attend 13 exhibits and 150 performances each year. More...
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FF EVENT - Hawaii Theatre Center - THE MOTH 2025 (10/3/2025 - 8:00 PM)
Legendary America’s Got Talent Winner Terry Fator and his cast of America’s favorite puppets are coming to venues across the country in 2024 with a new version of his Las Vegas show, “Terry Fator: On the Road Again”. More...
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FF EVENT - Himalayan Kitchen Restaurant - Downtown - Chinatown - GET COUPON (10/3/2025 - 4pm-2am)
Buy 2 Meals 50% Off Third OR Free appetizer of Garlic Naan bread with order of regularly priced entree. Serving innovative cuisine from different regions of Nepal & India, with genuine, friendly hospitality served great vigor and enthusiasm. More...
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FF EVENT - First Friday at Proof Social Club - Live Music, Art and More... (10/3/2025 - See notes for times)
Proof Social Club presents First Friday Artwalk Alley with works by local vendors. Live music by Infra Combo, Mono Trio and Men In Grey Suits More...
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FF EVENT - Nextdoor First Friday (10/3/2025 - see notes)
Deep in the heart of Honolulu's Chinatown is Nextdoor, Hawaii's underground art and music haven. From jazz and hip hop to electronic dance music, heavy metal, and everything in between, musical legends have called this concert hall home.'' More...
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FF NEWS - Hawaii Theatre Center - COMING EVENTS
Proclaimed as the "Pride of the Pacific," the beautiful Hawaii Theatre, built by the Consolidated Amusement Company, opened its doors September 6, 1922 in downtown Honolulu. More...
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FF NEWS - Hawaii State Foundation On Culture And The Arts - Upcoming Exhibits At The State Art Museum
The Hawaiʻi State Foundation on Culture and the Arts (SFCA) announces a calendar of upcoming exhibits at Capitol Modern: the Hawaiʻi State Art Museum. More...
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FF NEWS - Access Lifts of Hawaii, Inc. - Elevators, Lifts, Chair Lifts, Stair Lifts, Dumbwaiters, Pool Lifts and Ramps - Oahu, Downtown-Chinatown, Honolulu, Hawaii
Hawaii's Premiere Licensed Contractor for Elevators, Lifts and Chairlifts - Serving Oahu, Honolulu, Hawaii and outer islands Maui, Big Island and Kauai for over 35+ years (Lic. #CT-16871). More...
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FF NEWS - Downtown Art Center -NEW Art Classes & Workshops at Downtown Art Center this Fall!
The Downtown Art Center mission is to be a vibrant community center for arts and cultural organizations that provide educations, experiences, and activities for all ages. Its vision and values support this mission. More...
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FF NEWS - Hawaiian Electric - E-Waste Recycling Event, Oct. 11, 2025
Hawaiian Electric will hold a free e-waste collection and recycling drive-thru for the public on Saturday, Oct. 11, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., at 820 Ward Avenue, across Blaisdell Center. More...
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FF NEWS - Hawaii State Foundation On Culture and The Arts - Student Art Competition now open, top awards will be exhibited at State Art Museum
The Hawaiʻi State Foundation on Culture and the Arts (SFCA) announces that the 63rd Annual Hawaiʻi Regional Scholastic Student Art Awards competition is now open. All Hawaiʻi students grades 8-12 (ages 13 and up) are eligible. More...
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FF NEWS - OCTOBER 2025 FIRE SAFETY TIP - Cook With Caution To Prevent Home Fires
Most kitchen fires are caused by unattended cooking. To help prevent home fires that start in the kitchen, here are a few tips you might find helpful. More...
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FF NEWS - Hawaii State Foundation On Culture and The Arts - Calls for Artists
A list of federal, state, and other arts and culture calls for artists and other opportunities More...
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FF NEWS - About Mark N. Brown - Hawaii Plein Air Artist
Mark is one of the few Plein Air Artists in Hawaii. Plein Air artists paint their paintings entirely outside at the site of the painting subject. He teaches this method at the University of Hawaii and his work can be seen all throughout the Hawaiian islands. More...
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FF NEWS - New Exhibit At Gallery On The Pali - Batik Art And Panorama Photography Show 10/3/2025 - 10/31/2025
Gallery On The Pali presents an exhibition of art and photography by Honolulu artist Marshall Heaney. The show's title is "From Fantasy to Reality". The fantasy is batik paintings by the artist and the reality is his O'ahu scenic panorama photography. More...
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FF NEWS - The Magical Mystery Show at Hilton Waikiki Beach Hotel - $20 Off Coupons, Discounts, Promo Codes, Free Offers, Sales - Oahu, Waikiki Honolulu, Hawaii
Best Magic Show in Oahu, Waikiki, Honolulu, Hawaii - Travel back in time to a "London Salon" for a truly magical show brought to you by our world-class magicians. Like the parlour magicians of the old era, they will mystify you with illusions at The Magical Mystery Show! Join us at the Hilton Waikiki Beach Hotel to see the miracles of magic for yourself. GET $20 OFF OR FREE MAGIC KIT ($25 VALUE) More...
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FF NEWS - Association Of Hawaii Artists (AHA) - Call to Artists: 2025 Juried Exhibition running throughout November at Ho‘omaluhia Botanical Garden Gallery
The Association of Hawaii Artists (AHA) is a vibrant non-profit organization. AHA is not only the longest established, but, also the most diverse art organization in Hawaii. More...
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Map of First Friday Art Walk Event Calendar OCTOBER 3, 2025
last update: 10/2/2025 Interactive map of event calendar. More...
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FF NEWS - University of Hawai'i at Mānoa - 2025 -2026 Kennedy Theatre Production Season
UHM Department of Theatre & Dance and Kennedy Theatre present the 2024-2025 Production Season. Kennedy Theatre’s 61st production season brings new and original works to the forefront while celebrating groundbreaking works of the past. More...
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FF NEWS - OCTOBER 2025 ESTATE & TRUST TIP - What is a trust
A trust is a document that allows a third party (called the trustee) to hold assets in a "box" called the trust on behalf of any beneficiaries. More...
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FF NEWS - Waikiki Beach Activities at Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort Surf Lessons, SUP Yoga, Boat Cruises - Great Prices and Offers
BOOK NOW! Book your activity, surf lessons, sup yoga, boat cruise at great prices in Waikiki, Honolulu, Hawaii. More...
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FF NEWS - Kaimuki Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting Master Page 2025 Announced
Special appearance by Santa Claus. There will be marching bands, scout troops, schools, businesses, walkers, trollies -- and, of course, Santa! Put it on your calendar now! More...
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FF NEWS - Custom Hawaiian Gold Bracelet - Heirloom Jewelry
Hawaii Gold Jewelry.Com is a full service online jewelry website offering Hawaiian Heirloom jewelry. Our jewelry is of the highest quality and craftsmanship and we practice integrity in all that we do. More...
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FF NEWS - Hawaiian Electric - Energy Conservation, Savings and Efficiency Tips
REDUCE YOUR ELECTRIC BILL! - Looking for ways to reduce the amount of energy you use and save money? Practical tips to conserve energy, manage your bills and protect the planet! More...
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FF NEWS - NORDSTROM is Hiring
We're currently hiring for several roles that may be of interest to your patrons, and we'd love to share these opportunities with your community. More...
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FF NEWS - Ala Moana Dental Care Is Open For Emergency Dental Care Services, Teeth Cleaning, And Other Dental Services
Now open 7 Days a Week, 6am - 8pm for your emergency dental care, teeth cleanings and general dental services. Please know that we have further heightened our already extremely rigid sterilization procedures to keep our patients safe. Our number one priority preventing the spread of COVID-19 in our community. More...
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FF NEWS - Best Surf Lessons In Waikiki at Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
Learn to surf where Hawaiian royalty and legendary watermen like Duke Kahanamoku surfed. Our professional instructors will get you up and riding on your very first lesson! Our instructors are state licensed and certified in first aid and CPR. More...
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FF NEWS - R & C Roofing Contractors Roof Discount Coupon Deal Sales Offers - Oahu - Honolulu, Hawaii - (Lic. #C 33642)
NEED A NEW ROOF? We have great roof purchase online special offers.
CURRENT OFFER(S) Click Here to get details. More...
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FF NEWS - Best Waikiki Sail, Boat & Snorkeling Tours at Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
You will love this catamaran cruises in Waikiki. From breakfast sails to moonlight evening sails. Snorkeling, swimming and so much more. Make your online reservation today! More...
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FF NEWS - American Red Cross Hawaii Volunteer Opportunities
With your help, the promise of neighbor helping neighbor in times of trouble becomes a reality and our communities become safer places to live. Show your aloha and become a volunteer for the American Red Cross in Hawaii. More...
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FF NEWS - MBC Website Clients Featured October 2025 Newsletters
VIEW MacBusiness Consulting/Ernest Abrams website clients featured newsletters for October 2025
Access Lifts of Hawaii Oahu Honolulu, Hawaii Newsletter October 2025
Access Lifts of Hawaii is a licensed contractor for lifts, dedicated to helping you find accessibility solutions that make you happy. Our team tackles the most challenging situations and develops innovative lift solutions. | 
Waikiki Beach Activities Newsletter October 2025
Latest Waikiki Beach news, events, offers, tips from Waikiki Beach Activities the ambassadors of ALOHA. | 
Pack and Ship - Honolulu, Hawaii Newsletter October 2025
Packing, shipping and freight news, events, offers, tips from Pack and Ship Hawaii - Oahu - Honolulu, Hawaii. | 
RC Roofing Contractor Company Oahu Honolulu, Hawaii Newsletter October 2025
Latest roofing news, events, offers, tips and more from Oahu - Honolulu, Hawaii roofing contractor Company RC Roofing Hawaii. | 
Hawaii Estate & Trust Fiduciary Services Newsletter October 2025
Here is the latest Hawaii estate and trust fiduciary service news and information we think will interest you. | 
Honolulu Dentist Newsletter October 2025
New dental video tips, published articles, Honolulu dentist staff profiles, special offers and more... More... | 
HERO Home Fire Safety Protection Honolulu, Hawaii Newsletter October 2025
Get the latest news, tips, videos on fire protection and safety solutions in Honolulu, Hawaii on the island of Oahu. | 
Hawaii Artist Mark N Brown Newsletter October 2025
This issue features art tip, special events, murals, special offers, new art, photos and much more... | 
The Mail Box Postal Service of Honolulu Hawaii Newsletter October 2025
Mailing tips and resources, mailbox news, feature services, new offers and more... More... | 
The Perfect Tee Newsletter October 2025
Get the latest golf news and tips from The Perfect Tee. The best plastic golf tee accessory. | 
Hawaiian Gold Jewelry Newsletter October 2025
Get the latest Hawaiian gold jewelry news from Hawaii Gold Jewerly .Com. The best Hawaiian gold jewelry made in Hawaii | 
Koko Head Plaza Oahu, Honolulu, Hawaii Kai Hawaii Newsletter October 2025
Koko Head Plaza located in the neighborhood of Hawaii Kai on the island of Oahu, Honolulu is home to 25+ tenants running a variety of businesses offering specialize products and services.
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First Friday News
Keep up with the latest news from the First Friday community - special events, calendars, Downtown/Chinatown news, art news and much more! More...
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First Friday Featured Pages
Artist, galleries, maps, parking, shopping, restaurants and much more. More...
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Transportation - Car - Bus - Taxi Cab to First Friday
Great resources to get to First Friday Hawaii Art Walk via bus, car, taxi More...
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EXCLUSIVE COUPONS AND DISCOUNTS
Get these great coupons and discounts from our Featured Sponsors. View their profile and fill out the form to receive the offer! Call ernest at 739-9797 to get featured on this page. More...
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PROFILES OF THE MONTH
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 Next Door (808) 852-2243
Deep in the heart of Honolulu's Chinatown is Nextdoor, Hawaii's underground art and music haven. Next Door Chinatown's Concert Hall & Cinema Lounge. Music Next Door is a multi-media space offering film, music and art. |   Hawaii Craftsmen (808)521-3282
A tradition of excellence. Hawai'i Craftsmen support high standards of quality among member craftsmen who work in clay, fiber, glass metal, mixed media and wood. Increasing awareness of fine crafts since 1966. |   Art by Winette 808-824-1155
Winette has been oil painting since elementary with a lifelong love of painting, drawing, photography and interior decorating but her true passion has always been in oil painting. Her works are rich in color, concentrating most on dreamy landscapes, swimming koi's and the beautiful cherry blossom tree. |  Capitol Modern - The Hawai‘i State Art Museum (808) 586-0307
The free, contemporary public art gallery of Hawai‘i has evolved and rebranded, debuting a new name, creative gathering spaces and calendar of events. Formerly called the Hawai‘i State Art Museum (HISAM), the name Capitol Modern is meant to better reflect its location in Honolulu’s historic Capitol District and the vibrant modern art experience people have come to love.
Capitol Modern is eager for the public to experience this next chapter in their evolution as the people’s museum, and the opportunity to reach diverse audiences in all Hawai‘i communities. |
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CALENDAR/EVENTS
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Full List Current Events and Exhibits Calendar
Check out our full list of upcoming exhibits, shows and events for the next First Friday. More...
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