Waikiki Starlight Luau on The Great Lawn-Hilton Hawaiian Village

Overview

25 hours

Mobile ticket

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 included:

Live Music – Hawaii’s best musicians will showcase native Hawaiian music and Polynesian chants. Our beautiful dancers will mesmerize you with dances from Hawaii, Polynesia and the Pacific

Waikiki’s Most Dramatic Fire Knife Dance – Enjoy the skilled performance of our talented Fire Knife Dancers

Friday Night Luau:

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‘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)

Group Hula Lesson

Fun activities for Children and Adults

Luau Feast - Not included in Show Only Tickets

Parade of the Kalua Pig - Prior to feasting, the kalua pig is paraded around the luau.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting points

Waikiki Starlight Luau

2005 Kalia Road, Hilton Hawaiian Village Honolulu United States

End points

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

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.

Admission Included

Options

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 - 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)

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

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 - Golden Circle

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.

Show Only

Show Only Luau: Waikiki Starlight Luau: Show-Only Experience

Thanksgiving - Diamond Premier

Luau Feast

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.

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.

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

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

3.69

335 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

145

Premium seating not worth the money…
Mina Y,
Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00
This is one of the more disappointing experiences we had on our vacation. We paid for the best seating so we could see the show but, even placed at the front tables, the show is so far back and there are still your table mates heads in the way (everyone is seated at long group tables) that you can’t visualize the dance routines in their entirety. While the dancers certainly put energy into their performances, everything seemed to be “sanitized” for general consumption, kind of like expecting a reality show in Walt Disney World. The most fierce male dancing routines were made to be more “joking” as a dancer ran back and forth comparing audience responses to his calls and encouragement to cheer, and the moves were not representative of the true nature of the dance, having seen these types in many places. In addition, the food quality was mediocre, the pans would run out on the buffet line and not be replaced, and they started picking up the food after everyone had only had one chance to make it through the line. Your drinks were available from a table set up across the lawn and that was also folded up immediately as the show started, without warning, so we were left with useless drink coupons. There was a huge set of tables strung in the back that contained carvings done by family members of the emcee, all of which were very overpriced compared to similar work you find elsewhere on the island. In summary? We paid more than half a thousand dollars to eat poor food, see half a dance area, not get the drinks we paid for, and get solicited to buy souvenirs and photos while they were folding up the buffet and bar behind us. There are at least 6-8 luaus running on this island at any time, most cheaper and almost all much better and more authentic. Save your money for the real thing.
Less than impressed.
Cybil N,
Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00
The food quality was “hotel food”. The entertainment was “low talent”. There was only one performance (the fire spinners) that was impressive. It is worth about half the price that was charged.
Meh luau
M8985XQpaulf,
Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00
Luau was ok. It was overpriced. Took too long to get through the line to be seated, and the place was half empty. Food was average, but they took the food away too soon. For the amount of money paid, the food should've been open for seconds.
Good show, good food. No solutions for those with mobility issues or older population.
Teresa J,
Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00
This show and menu are very good but help is needed for those with mobility issues. Standing in line is not good when everyone has a designated spot/section anyway. In addition on Friday, you had to go to the sand in decent clothes to see the fireworks. No where to sit but on the ground/sand in a dress. On the flip side, the performers were great and the show was well put together. Food was really good. Just please work on some solutions for those with mobility issues.
We had an awesome time at...
Amber B,
Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had an awesome time at the luau the dancers did an awesome job. I liked learning the history of Hawaii. The fireworks show was just as great. This was our first time to visit Hawaii and plan to come back.
The staff, dancers, and...
JILLIAN R,
Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00
The staff, dancers, and musicians were absolutely incredible. It was well worth it. However, the free alcohol drinks were terrible and the food was not much better.
Upscale show and food was...
Elena R,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Upscale show and food was excellent! Not your average luaa and highly recommend! Pricey compared to others but well worth it!
Very enjoyable evening
825ronj,
Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Overall we really enjoyed the experience. The food, music and entertainment were very good. Lining up before the show was a little confusing, and we paid for Diamond seating and had really good seats but that also felt a little confusing and rushed when we first came in. I also was a little disappointed that we didn’t get a lei greeting. We brought our 10 year old grandson, and the highlight of his evening was the fire dancers which were incredible. The hula dancing was very beautiful and graceful. Overall I would recommend and go back again.
Too expensive just for...
Dale F,
Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00
Too expensive just for the show. The app confused me about the food or show only. When we tried to add food we were unable to even though there was so much left over.
Well done luau
P7919AClaurieb,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The Luau was exceptional. We were staying at Hilton Hawaiian Village so it was convenient, the food was delicious and plentiful and the dancers and musicians were exceptional. I highly recommend this experience.