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 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 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.
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 points
Waikiki Starlight Luau
2005 Kalia Road, Hilton Hawaiian Village Honolulu United States
End points
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Options
Thanksgiving - Diamond Premier
Luau Feast
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
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.
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
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.
Show Only
Show Only Luau: Waikiki Starlight Luau: Show-Only Experience
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.
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 Premier
Inclusions : Includes seating in the first two rows guaranteed, a lei greeting, a welcome drink and 3 Alcoholic/Non-Alcoholic Beverages.
Reviews
361 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Luau
368aliciao,,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Staff was very friendly. Food was good! And show gave a little bit of everything. The free activities at the beginning were a nice addition.
Leah
lauriefT3766GM,,Jan 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00Staff very helpful and friendly however it was so commercialized .Felt more Vegas show... Also Luah was ok... slightly disappointed..
Absolutely Breathtaking Fire Dancers — A Must-See Luau
J1096PIanneb,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Outstanding luau with world-class performers. The dancers were incredible and the fire dancers were absolutely mesmerizing — thrilling, powerful, and unforgettable One of the highlights of our entire trip. Highly recommend!
Don’t waste your money on this luau
davekF758OR,,Jan 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00I have been to many luaus and this by far was the worst. We were supposed to be on the beach and they moved us to the top of the building. The food was average at best. The entertainment was good. Will not be coming back to this one anytime soon.
A Wonderful Evening.
Mary M,,Jan 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a wonderful experience. We enjoyed the arrival, the meal, the program and meeting the dancers at the end of the evening. The fireworks were astounding. I don’t know if they were a regular part of the show or just a coincidence, but they were grand. All in all it was a great evening.
Disappointment
Egidia R,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00We were a family of a dozen people ranging in ages from 3 to 73 years of age. We were all looking forward to the luau - but it fell short of our expectations. The food was good. It was organized well. The show was good. The only thing that we were wondering about was why it started and ended so early. It started at 530pm - I get that we could see the sunset - but it ended at 8pm - and this was a New Year's Eve Luau! No fireworks, nothing at midnight, things started being cleared away by the staff right at 8pm. I guess I read it all wrong - but this was just an ordinary luau that had absolutely nothing to do with New Year's Eve. I spent a lot of money to make this special evening and all we really got was a regular luau that would probably have cost half the price if it was the week or day before.
Watch from the lagoon
Z3623IDrobw,,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00Paid full price. That’s a lot of money. Could have comfortably watched from the lagoon and missed nothing performance-wise. Food was plentiful, but not worth the full price. Drink tickets? Really? For that price? I didn’t have to pay full price, but I didn’t want to sit through another 90 min presentation either.
Lovely night!
Ana M,,Jan 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00You must do the whole experience ! I wish I could have paid for front seating! Many people walking around and blocking my view ! The dancers were superb!
Good exeperience
S3839XBjohng,,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00The show is great except the fire knife, pathetic 3 minutes,, other luau's have 6 to 8 minute fire knife, the food was ok and the drinks are water downed very weak
Fun music & dancing
LindaLeigh L,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Fun music/dancing and friendly workers. Food was delicious. Hilton Hawaiian Village is my favorite hotel complex.
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