Waikiki Starlight Luau on The Great Lawn-Hilton Hawaiian Village
Overview
25 hours
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Waikiki Starlight Luau has moved to the Great Lawn at Hilton Hawaiian Village. Voted Best Luau in Hawaii - 10 Best Luau by the readers of USA Today. Waikiki's only five-day outdoor luau under the stars celebrating the colorful heritage of the Pacific Islands. Enjoy live music, an island-inspired luau feast, and an exciting production of "Voyages Across of South Seas," featuring the fiery drama of four fire knife dancers as well as traditional Samoan, Tahitian, and Hawaiian dance. Spectacular entertainment and dining under the stars.
Activities include Live Music by Hawaii’s best musicians showcasing native Hawaiian music and Polynesian chants. The beautiful dancers will mesmerize you with dances from Hawaii, Polynesia and the Pacific. Enjoy the skilled performance of talented Fire Knife Dancers. Your evening will end with easy access to view the spectacular Friday fireworks show on Duke Kahanamoku Beach.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Waikiki Starlight Luau
Celebrate the colorful heritage of the Pacific Islands with live music, dancing, and an island-inspired luau feast. Voyages Across the South Seas features the fiery drama of our fire knife dancers as well as traditional Samoan, Tahitian, and Hawaiian dance.
Friday Night Fireworks at Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
Your evening will end with easy access to view the spectacular Friday fireworks show on Duke Kahanamoku Beach.
What‘s Included
1 or 2 Alcoholic & Non-alcoholic Beverages depending on Seating Selection (must be 21 Years of Age or Older for Alcoholic Beverages)
Welcome Mai Tai (must be 21 Years of Age or Older)
Fun activities for Children and Adults
Group Hula Lesson
Luau Feast - Not included in Show Only Tickets
Admission to Waikiki Starlight Luau
Hotel pick-up and drop off
Parking Fees
Meeting points
Waikiki Starlight Luau
2005 Kalia Road, Hilton Hawaiian Village Honolulu United States
End points
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Options
Show Only
Show Only Luau: Waikiki Starlight Luau: Show-Only Experience
Thanksgiving - Diamond Premier
Luau Feast
Firework Luau - Golden Circle
Fridays: Includes Luau Feast, lei greeting, a welcome drink and 3 Alcoholic/Non-Alcoholic Beverages (must be 21 years of age or older)
Diamond Premier Seating
Diamond Premier Seating : Enjoy the following exclusive benefits:
Lei Greeting
Premier seating, closest to the stage
Tropical Punch and two beverages
Duration: 3 hours
Luau Feast : Island-inspired luau feast
Firework Luau- Diamond 05/31
Inclusions: Includes seating in the first two rows guaranteed, a lei greeting, a welcome drink and 3 Alcoholic/Non-Alcoholic Beverages.
Christmas Eve Luau
Christmas Eve Luau : Join us on the Great Lawn, doors open at 5:30 pm, open seating. Includes Lei Greeting, two beverages and fruit punch.
Golden Circle Seating
Golden Circle Seating : Enjoy the following Benefits:
Lei Greeting
Non-alcoholic Punch and two beverages
Hawaiian and other Island delicacies
Duration: 3 hours
Luau Feast : Island-inspired luau feast
Christmas Day Luau
Christmas Day Luau : Join us on the Great Lawn, doors open at 5:30 pm, open seating. Includes Lei Greeting, two beverages and fruit punch.
Thanksgiving - Golden Circle
Luau Feast
New Years Eve Luau
New Years Eve Luau : Join us on the Great Lawn, doors open at 5:30 pm, open seating. Includes Lei Greeting, two beverages and fruit punch.
Thanksgiving Luau
Thanksgiving Luau : Join us on the Great Lawn, doors open at 5:30 pm, open seating. Includes Lei Greeting, two beverages and fruit punch.
Energetic and Beautiful Dances: Our beautiful dancers will mesmerize you with dances from Hawaii, Polynesia and the Pacific
Firework Luau-Diamond Premier
Inclusions : Includes seating in the first two rows guaranteed, a lei greeting, a welcome drink and 3 Alcoholic/Non-Alcoholic Beverages.
Reviews
386 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Unable to fully see the dancers!
jackie t,Mar 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We chose not to do the dinner, but just the luau. The time on our ticket read the event started at 6:15 PM when we arrived, we were asked to wait 30 minutes outside with a street view. it wouldn’t be helpful therefore that the correct time for non-diners to arrive. It seemed to me that if the platform for the dancers was raised up by about 3 to 4 feet we would’ve been able to fully see the performers.
you do not get a lei like it says
Sarah M,Mar 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00it says you’re greeted with a flower lei, which is false. I was going to purchase Lays on this trip, but I didn’t due to the fact that we were going to get them at the luau. I would like a $60 refund which would’ve been $30 per lei. absolute false advertisement.
The actual show was nice....
Megan H,Mar 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00The actual show was nice. However, this show is out in the open on a lawn that is just roped off. Lots of people from the hotel stood around the ropes and watched the entire show for free. A lot of them had a better view than me. I thought it would take place on the 6th floor of the conference center that would be private. Also, we did not receive the group hula session as advertised. This was not worth the price and I kind of feel like we got scammed.
Viator deceptive practice book events that dont exist
Alison P,Mar 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00I purchased $370.for 2 luau tickets for Sat at Hilton HV. When i got there i was told be the hotel marketing team that there was no show scheduled for Sat at all. I she still refused my refund. So im out $370 on my birthday she didnt give 2 heck. Im so angry and upset my birthday was ruined by Viator deceptive practice of selling tots to no shows. Mary the disconnect me.
Great show—okay food
Eric H,Mar 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00Great show! Excellent musicians, singers and dancers, but the food was quite bland and fairly generic compared to other local options. Either way, it was a great experience.
Best luau ever.
davidhW1210WQ,Mar 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great host. Great dancers. Live music was excellent. Great food.
Bait and switch
Alicia O,Feb 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00We booked this luau for Friday night which is supposed to take place on the front lawn in front of the lagoon with a Lei greeting, parade of the pig etc… none of that happened. When we arrived at 5 where it was supposed to take place it looked beautifully setup. We tried to get in and were informed we couldn’t get in until 5:30. At 5:30 when we tried to enter we were informed that the luau had been moved to the rooftop because they were hosting a private event on the lawn. I had done research and knew that they offered a rooftop luau. I booked Friday because I did not want to see a luau on top of a roof. We also paid extra for the diamond experience because we wanted the Lei greeting and that was the only level that said they offered it. The performers were great but the overall experience was not what we purchased. We are extremely disappointed and nobody at the luau could offer any help. Just smiles and oh wells. One person did say that this happens all the time and she was very sorry. I feel if you purchase an event for over $1000 for your family you should get what they state in writing is included.
Scammed, I want a refund
Greg C,Feb 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00Paid 550 for two tickets in the front row of the lawn. When we arrived. They said we were to go on top of the parking garage. So we left. Hoping for my refund
No Beach Luau
Michele B,Feb 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00The luau was moved from the beach to a rooftop. There was no beach luau with pig ceremony. It was terrible! DO NOT GO!
Great cultural experience
johnsonanne,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great cultural experience and presentation. Buffet dinner was delicious. Family -style sesting made the evenimg fun. Recommend the premiere package. Go early to secure stage side seating
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