OAHU
Hawaii Children’s Discovery Center
111 Ohe St.
Honolulu, HI 96813
Tuesday, March 17
9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Keiki can enjoy learning about the five senses, engaging in pretend play, and more at the Children’s Discovery Center.
Cost: Free for the first 200 HMSA members. First come, first serve.
Contact: Call 808-524-5437 to check availability.
Check out their website, Instagram, and Facebook page.
Hawaiian Railway Society
91-1001 Renton Road
Ewa Beach, HI 96706
Saturday, March 21
Noon or 3 p.m.
All aboard for fun! Journey across the Leeward Coast on the only operating historic train in Hawaii.
Cost: Free for the first 100 HMSA members. Reservations required.
Contact: Call 808-681-5461 starting March 6 and leave a message with the following information:
- Your name and contact number.
- Time choice: Noon or 3 p.m.
- Number of riders.
- Mention that you’re an HMSA member.
Hawaiian Railway will call you back to confirm. Reservations will close once all seats are filled.
Check out their website, Instagram, and Facebook page.
MAUI
Maui Ocean Center
192 Maalaea Rd.
Wailuku, HI 96793
Friday, March 20
9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Explore the stunning beauty of the ocean and learn about marine life at the Maui Ocean Center, The Aquarium of Hawaii.
Cost: Free for the first 100 HMSA members. First come, first serve, no reservations necessary. Guests must enter by 4 p.m.
Contact: For general information, call 808-270-7000.
Check out their website, Instagram, and Facebook page.
Alii Kula Lavender
1100 Waipoli Rd.
Kula, HI 96790
March 14-16
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Far from the hustle and bustle of the city, Alii Kula Lavender is set on 10 acres of gardens filled with plants and flowers. Families will enjoy exploring the property and taking in the panoramic views overlooking the central valley of Maui.
Cost: Free for the first 100 HMSA members each day on Saturday, March 14, Sunday, March 15, and Monday, March 16. First come, first serve.
Contact: For general information, call 808-878-3004.
Check out their website, Instagram, and Facebook page.
KAUAI
Anaina Hou Mini Golf
5-2723 Kuhio Highway
Kilauea, HI 96754
Sunday, March 15
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Mini golf is fun for all ages! What makes Anaina Hou special is that it’s located in a botanical garden. Mini-golfers will stroll through topical flora and fauna, learn about their history in Hawaii, all the while trying to get a hole in one.
Cost: Free for the first 100 HMSA members with proof of ID, while space is available.
Contact: Walk ins welcome, but guests are recommended to make reservations via their website. While you’ll have to pay to reserve a tee time, you’ll be reimbursed when you check in and show your state ID and HMSA membership card.
Check out their Instagram and Facebook page.
Smith’s Kauai Fern Grotto
3-5971 Kuhio Highway
Kapaa, HI 96746
March 16-20
8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. (last entry 3 p.m.)
Go on a short nature walk, and then explore a geological wonder of Kauai. The Fern Grotto features ferns growing upside down! Visit their website to learn more.
Cost: Free for the first 150 HMSA members. No reservations required; please bring your HMSA membership card.
Contact: Call 808-821-6895 for general information.
BIG ISLAND
Hawaii Keiki Museum
69-250 Waikoloa Beach Dr.
Waikoloa Village
96738
Hawaii Keiki Museum Mini Golf
Kings’ Shops in Waikoloa
69-250 Waikoloa Beach Dr.
Next to the lake by Roy’s Waikoloa Bar & Grill
Waikoloa Village
96738
The Hawaii Keiki Museum connects children to Hawaii Island through hands-on exploration of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) through play experiences. With more than a dozen exciting, hands-on exhibits, it’s science-fueled fun for the whole family! Or, try your hand at mini golf!
March 16-20
9 a.m.-6 p.m. (Museum)
Noon-6 p.m. (Mini golf)
Cost: Free. First come, first serve for the first 10 HMSA members per day.
Contact: Call 808-315-8862 for general information.
Check out their website, Instagram, and Facebook page.
Imiloa Astronomy Center
600 Imiloa Pl.
Hilo
96720
Wednesday, March 18
9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Imiloa Astronomy Center at the University of Hawaii at Hilo offers exciting and engaging programs such as day camps and hands-on activities for kids from preschool through high school. Explore the connection between traditional Hawaiian culture, star-guided navigation, and what’s going on at Mauna Kea today.
Cost: Free. First come, first serve for the first 50 HMSA members. If all spaces fill up, a back up day, Thursday, March 19, may be available.
Contact: Call 808-932-8901 to check availability or check out their website,
Moonshot Kona
77-6425 Kuakini Hwy B-101
Kailua-Kona
96740
March 16-21
9-11 a.m.
Moonshot Kona offers children classes to enrich and unlock their creative and physical potential with the support of their families in a safe environment.
Note: All adults must wear socks in the play space. Socks are available for purchase.
Cost: Free for the first 50 HMSA members.
Contact: Visit their website to register. If you have any questions, call 808-393-6278.
