Oahu Luaus & Dinner Shows


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A fire-knife dancer eats fire at Aloha-kai Luau, one of the Oahu luaus.

Oahu Luaus & Dinner Shows: How to Choose the Best Luau

Oahu luaus are a perfect way to spend an evening on the island. Above all, there’s great food and live entertainment, and you’ll learn more about Hawaiian culture as the night unfolds. However, there are quite a few luaus to choose from, and they can vary greatly.

Although all luaus provide an exciting evening of food and entertainment, luaus on Oahu vary in size, style, location, and price. While there’s a perfect luau for everyone, there’s not just one ideal luau that’s right for everyone. Therefore, a little bit of research will help you find the luau that is right for you and your ohana. 
 

Things to consider before booking a luau:

  • Size: Some luaus are small and intimate gatherings with less than a hundred guests. Meanwhile, other luaus can seat over 1,000 people a night. 
  • Location: Although you’ll find most luaus in the Waikiki area, you can find them on every coast and points in between. Conveniently, most luaus offer transportation from Waikiki. However, this can also add hours of sitting on a bus to your day. Especially on the way there in rush hour traffic. 
  • Setting: Luaus can be found in every setting from outdoor oceanfront spaces to shopping malls. You will be shocked at the variety of venues available. Similarly, the type of venue influences the luau’s overall atmosphere. 
  • Imu or no imu: While some luaus hold elaborate earth-oven demonstrations others don’t have them at all. So be sure to verify first if this is important to you.
  • Price & ‘What’s Included’: Generally, it’s difficult to compare luaus by price.  This is because each luau has its unique set of pros and cons, and you aren’t just buying tickets. In reality, you’ll be buying a package with a variety of inclusions, such as leis, drink tickets, photo packages, etc. 
  • Quirks: They all certainly have them, regardless of size or venue. Although most luaus may offer one feature, this doesn’t necessarily mean that they all do. For example, one luau on Oahu doesn’t serve alcohol, while another doesn’t have live music. Thus, it’s always best to read the descriptions well to avoid disappointment later on.  
A huge fountain of fireworks on the beach, as seen from a dinner and sunset cruise, Waikiki Hawaii.

Fireworks Dinner and Sunset Cruise (Waikiki)

Tour Length

2 Hours

Price

$192.50

Enjoy a Hawaiian sunset, a gourmet meal and the famous Friday Night Fireworks, from aboard a 65-foot luxury sailing catamaran.
Conveniently departs from Waikiki Beach
Enjoy a romantic sunset over Waikiki Bay
Watch the Friday Fireworks from the water
Relax and enjoy smooth sailing & great views!
Oahu Oceanfront sunset

Aloha Kai Luau at Sea Life Park

Tour Length

3.25

Price

$119.00

Experience Aloha Kai Luau, featuring an oceanfront venue, AYCE buffet, cultural activities, and an award-winning show. Transportation available.
Located in a beautiful, oceanfront setting
Imu Ceremony, hula lesson, and other activities
Live music & luau show with fire-knife dancing
Option to add Sea Life Park tickets

Toa Luau at Waimea Valley (North Shore)

Tour Length

3.5 Hours

Price

$115.00

Small-sized luau in Waimea Valley. Luau includes access to Waimea Falls, cultural activities, dinner, and a Polynesian show with fire-knife dancing.
See Waimea Valley & swim under a waterfall!
Friendly, intimate, and authentic atmosphere
Cultural activities, feast, & a luau show
Afternoon or Evening luaus
Cast of Rock A Hula gathers on stage in Waikiki

Rock-A-Hula (Upscale Luau Show)

Tour Length

3.25 Hours

Price

$139.00

Enjoy an upscale luau buffet followed by Waikiki's largest stage production – the iconic Rock-a-Hula show. All within walking distance of your hotel!
Waikiki’s iconic tribute artist show!
Featuring Hawaii's finest local performers
Upscale outdoor luau buffet with hula dancers
Within walking distance of most Waikiki hotels

Nutridge Luau (Waikiki area)

Tour Length

4 Hours

Price

$180.00

The Nutridge Estate hosts small, intimate, family-style luaus that are laid-back yet culturally focused. Transportation available.
Set on a picturesque ridge overlooking the city
Enriching & engaging cultural activities
Polynesian dancing & a fire-knife performance
Farm-to-Table luau feast
Hula performers at Tour Hawaii's Ka Moana Luau onstage

Ka Moana Luau at the Aloha Tower

Tour Length

2.25 Hours

Price

$129.00

Enjoy a night of live music and fun-for-all-ages cultural activities, plus a farm-to-table buffet, and a thrilling Polynesian show with fire-knife dancing!
Waterfront location in downtown Honolulu
Farm-to-table luau buffet dinner
Live Hawaiian music, cultural activities, & more!
Award-winning Polynesian show
A family paddles on the Island Villages tour at PCC

Gateway Buffet Luau Package at PCC

Tour Length

8.5 Hours

Price

$149.00

Explore the Polynesian Cultural Center then enjoy a buffet dinner and an award-winning show. 3-day pass included. Transportation available.
Cultural activities, games, crafts, & more!
Gateway Buffet dinner with live Hawaiian music
Enjoy a performance of 'Ha: Breath of Life'
Take a canoe tour across the lagoon
Polynesian Dancing at Diamond Head Luau Waikiki

Diamond Head Luau at the Waikiki Aquarium

Tour Length

3 Hours

Price

$175.00

Small waterfront luau with a unique dining format held at the Waikiki Aquarium. Get ready to try some new foods, mingle, and have a great time!
Premium buffet catered by a favorite local restaurant
Small luau with a fun & festive atmosphere
Oceanfront setting right in Waikiki
Live music, cultural activities, & a thrilling show!
A fire knife is lit by Chief Sielu at Oahu's best luau

Chief’s Luau at Wet’n’Wild (Kapolei)

Tour Length

3 Hours

Price

$177.00

Experience Hawaii’s top-rated luau featuring the legendary Chief Sielu and an extraordinary fire-knife performance. Transportation available.
Trip Advisor’s top-rated Hawaiian Luau
Cultural activities and an imu demonstration
AYCE Hawaiian luau buffet
Luau show with a spectacular fire-knife finale
Tour Hawaii's sunset snorkel cruise boat on the ocean against bright yellow sunset

Sunset Snorkel Cruise (West Oahu)

Tour Length

3.5 Hours

Price

$149.00

Cruise Oahu's west coast and experience world-class snorkeling. Then enjoy a buffet dinner, drinks, and a dazzling sunset. Transportation available.
Fully narrated scenic tour of Oahu's west coast
One-hour long snorkel stop
Hawaiian buffet dinner & cocktails
Transportation to/from Waikiki available
Sun setting behind the Star of Honolulu in Oahu Hawaii

Luxury Sunset Dinner & Jazz Cruise (Honolulu)

Tour Length

3 Hours

Price

$229.00

Dine in style as you cruise along Oahu's southern coast. Enjoy a five-course meal and live music before ending the evening with a fireworks display!
Private dining from the top deck
Sweeping panoramic views of Waikiki
Five-course dinner featuring Maine lobster
Pier-side hula & live jazz music
Star of Honolulu and Diamond Head at Sunset in Waikiki

Sunset Dinner Cruise & Luau Show (Honolulu)

Tour Length

3 Hours

Price

$189.00

Enjoy breathtaking views of Waikiki, Diamond Head, and the Honolulu skyline. A five-course meal, drinks, music, and a luau style show is included.
Two-hour scenic cruise on the Star of Honolulu
Stunning views of the Oahu shoreline
Decadent five-course dinner & drinks
Pier-side hula, live music, and luau show