Music & Nightlife

Experience the lively music and nightlife scene in Honolulu, where the spirit of aloha comes alive after the sun sets. From intimate bars featuring local musicians to energetic clubs with top DJs, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Explore a diverse range of musical styles, from traditional Hawaiian tunes to contemporary pop, jazz, and reggae. Whether you’re seeking a laid-back evening with live acoustic performances or a night of dancing at a vibrant hotspot, our guide will help you navigate the best venues and events in the city. Get ready to immerse yourself in the rhythm and energy of Honolulu’s nightlife, where unforgettable memories and new experiences await!

 Honolulu Vibes

Elevate Your Honolulu Nights: Attend a Hawaii Symphony Concert

Elevate Your Honolulu Nights: Attend a Hawaii Symphony Concert

Whether you’re a resident or visitor to Honolulu, the Hawaii Symphony Orchestra (HSO) can make for a dynamic and culturally rich night out on the island. One of the things we love about the performing arts scene in Honolulu is how all audiences are welcomed. Bring the kids or bring a date, dress to the […]

 Vanessa Hathaway

Meet Hailey Fines, the Mind Behind Ragamuffs

Meet Hailey Fines, the Mind Behind Ragamuffs

Ragamuffs, a local indie music brand headed by Hailey Fines, taps into those feelings of nostalgia, growing up, and releasing trapped energy through its dreamy falsetto vocals and soft guitar riffs.  Ragamuffs was founded in 2017 in Honolulu, Hawai’i after developing the idea with a friend. Once her past-bandmate decided to pursue a different career […]

 Vanessa Hathaway

Get to know The Wide Eyed Kids, O’ahu’s own Pop-Indie band

Get to know The Wide Eyed Kids, O’ahu’s own Pop-Indie band

Although O’ahu’s indie music selection is limited, there is still a scene filled with variety when it comes to original artists. The Wide Eyed Kids are an indie band based in both O’ahu and San Diego. The band currently has three members – Erik Ekman on vocals and guitar, Chandler Norton on guitar, production, and […]

 Vanessa Hathaway

A Quick Guide to Honolulu’s Music Scene

A Quick Guide to Honolulu’s Music Scene

AVANA With life’s constant turbulence, everyone needs an outlet to enjoy some simplicity once in a while. Listening to live music is one of the best ways to meditate the mind while also supporting budding local artists. Hawai’i is home to a myriad of organic talent and has an abundance of places that offer the […]

 Vanessa Hathaway

Get Ready to Dance with Jamarek!

Get Ready to Dance with Jamarek!

Jamarek Will Share Their Mix of African & Caribbean Infused Music at Cafe Kopi this 4/20 in Kailua Although Hawai’i is an ethnocentric state, it has evolved to include a plethora of cultural diffusion. Food, art, and language are all expressions from people with unique stories, but one of the more underrated aspects of O’ahu […]

 Erica McMillan

Discover Exotica Music With Intoxika!

Discover Exotica Music With Intoxika!

Intoxika Brings Exotica Alive at La Mariana By Jamie Winpenny The La Mariana Sailing Club hosts the Latin jazz and exotica trio Intoxika every Monday. It’s an outstanding ensemble, featuring three accomplished Honolulu musicians who each have illustrious careers of their own outside of the trio. But first, a little about the legendary La Mariana […]

 Erica McMillan

High Vibes on the Rise in Honolulu Music Scene

High Vibes on the Rise in Honolulu Music Scene

There’s a music scene on the rise in Honolulu, as the well-established, popular music & video streaming channel, Universe Network TV and local independant recording label Xaltrecords partner to feature local and visiting artists to Hawaii.  Their most recent production in collaboration with Spawntaneous Productions was a huge success, showcasing reggae in Hawaii and an […]

 Honolulu Vibes

Jamarek African Dance Band

Jamarek African Dance Band

Jamarek African Dance Band: Celebrating the Music and Culture of Africa Looking for great music in Hawaii? Get ready for dancing in the aisles, you won’t be able to sit still through the contagious music of Jamarek. Hawaii’s premiere world music dance band will take the stage to share their African & Latin inspired music […]