This event is special because it truly belongs to the community,” said Nick Ware, general manager of Duke’s Maui. “The West Maui community has a heart and a strength that is unlike anywhere else in ...

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Dozens gathered in Waikiki to celebrate a legendary waterman’s 135th birthday. The festivities were a part of the Duke Kahanamoku OceanFest and celebrated the man known as ...

When my parents decided to take a family trip to Hawaii for their 50th anniversary, they asked each of us what the most important thing we wanted to do was. Mine was easy. I wanted my picture taken ...

The Duke Kahanamoku OceanFest returns to Waikīkī this August 18–24, celebrating the life and legacy of Duke Kahanamoku, the Olympic gold medalist and “Father of Modern Surfing.” Among the highlights ...

SUP surfers and longboarders are in the water at Pipeline as the Da Hui Backdoor Shootout in Memory of Duke Kahanamoku got started today on the North Shore. It’s one of the best contests on the island ...

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The Pacifico Longboard Classic kicked off Monday morning at Waikiki Beach, one of many water sports competitions at the annual Duke Kahanamoku Ocean Festival. Longboard ...

Duke Kahanamoku spent decades sharing Hawaii's gift of surfing with the world, so he would be proud to know that the opening day of the 10th annual Duke's OceanFest in Waikiki today - his birthday - ...

IIIF provides researchers rich metadata and media viewing options for comparison of works across cultural heritage collections. Visit the IIIF page to learn more. This redwood surfboard was shaped by ...

“You know," the late-great godfather of surfing Duke Kahanamoku said in 1965, "there are so many waves coming in all the time, you don't have to worry about that. Take your time—wave come. Let the ...

Local artist Kamea Hadar designed a new Duke Kahanamoku specialty license plate, with proceeds supporting drowning prevention and swimming programs across Hawai‘i. Watch for more details. Plus, Hawaii ...