Waikiki Starlight Luau

Hilton Hawaiian Village

The Waikiki Starlight Luau takes place on the Hilton Hawaiian Village's great lawn beneath the starlit Waikiki sky. With a beautiful setting overlooking the lagoon and beach, guests enjoy a welcome fruit punch, interactive activities, and an authentic Hawaiian feast followed by a Polynesian show with dramatic fire-knife dancing. Friday night guests also enjoy easy access to the nearby Waikiki fireworks show.

🌺 Waikiki Starlight Luau - Hilton Hawaiian Village

The Waikiki Starlight Luau takes place at the Hilton Hawaiian Village's great lawn beneath the starlit Waikiki skies and overlooking the lagoon. Your Hawaiian luau experience starts upon arrival. You’ll be warmly greeted with a welcome fruit punch. You can then do as much or as little as you want. Join the group hula lesson or simply unwind with a refreshing cocktail and listen to island music.

Then indulge in a delicious luau dinner featuring authentic Hawaiian cuisine. The big luau feast is followed by an exciting Polynesian show, with music and dances from Hawaii and greater Polynesia. This is a top Waikiki luau – one that you’ll always remember.

Friday Night Luau: On Friday nights, enjoy a special edition of the Waikiki Starlight Luau. At the end of the luau, you will have quick access to amazing vantage points to view the spectacular Friday fireworks show on Duke Kahanamoku Beach.

🔥 Luau Highlights

  • Live music: Hawaii's best musicians will showcase native Hawaiian music and chants
  • Resort-quality dining: Enjoy a delicious traditional Hawaiian luau feast with locally sourced island ingredients
  • Waikiki's most dramatic fire-knife dance: Watch the performance of our four talented fire-knife dancers
  • Polynesian show: Energetic and beautiful dances from Hawaii and greater Polynesia

🍽️ Waikiki Starlight Luau Menu

🥗 Cold Selection

  • Island Salad Greens (gf/ef/df/nf/v)
  • Caesar Salad (nf)
  • Tomato Cucumber Salad (gf/ef/df/nf/v)
  • Hawaiian Macaroni Salad (nf)
  • Pineapple Coleslaw (gf/ef/df/nf/v)
  • Poi (gf/ef/df/nf/v)
  • Imu Baked Sweet Potato (gf/ef/df/nf/v)
  • Lomi Salmon (gf/ef/df/nf)
  • Seafood Noodle Salad (df/ef/nf)

🔥 Hot Selection

  • Huli Huli Chicken (gf/df/ef/nf)
  • BBQ Beef Brisket (gf/df/ef/nf)
  • Kalua Pig (gf/df/ef/nf)
  • Island Catch (gf/ef/nf)
  • Steamed White Rice (gf/ef/df/nf/v)
  • Hawaiian Fried Rice (gf/ef)
  • Stir-Fried Vegetables with Tofu (gf/ef/df/nf/v)

🧒 Kids Buffet

  • Island Greens (gf/df/ef/nf/v)
  • Fruit Salad (gf/df/ef/nf/v)
  • Tater Tots (gf/df/ef/nf/v)
  • Corn Cobbettes (gf/df/ef/nf)
  • Teriyaki Chicken (gf/df/ef/nf)
  • BBQ Meatballs (df/ef/nf)

🍰 Desserts

  • Coconut Haupia (gf/ef/df/nf/v)
  • Pineapple Upside Down Cake (nf)
  • Malasadas (ef/nf)

Menu Abbreviations: GF: Gluten Free | EF: Egg Free | DF: Dairy Free | NF: Nut Free | V: Vegan

Please note: Menu is subject to change without notice.

🎟️ Seating Options

Golden Circle Seating: Includes a non-alcoholic Tropical Sunset Fruit Punch plus one beverage, and Hawaiian and other Island delicacies!

Diamond Premier Seating: Includes exclusive benefits including premier seating closest to the stage, non-alcoholic Tropical Sunset Fruit Punch plus two beverages, Hawaiian and other Island delicacies, and you'll be the first to enjoy the feast!

Special instructions

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Where & When
June 1 - October 31:
Check in at 5:30 pm

November 1 - May 31:
Check in at 5:00 pm

Location: Hilton Hawaiian Village Great Lawn, located next to the Duke Kahanamoku Lagoon.
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Complimentary validated self-parking (up to 4 hours) is available at the Hilton Hawaiian Village in the Mid-Pacific Conference Center.
Restrictions
Please contact us if anyone in your party has special needs.
Special Notes
Infant pricing (children 3 and under) do not get a plate and must sit in an adult's lap. High chairs may be available, but are subject to availability. In order to reserve a seat and a plate, child pricing must be booked.
For sprinkling and passing showers, the luau show will continue. The luau reserves the right to cancel or modify the show at any time for weather or safety-related issues.
Operation Days
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Sunday
Duration
3 hours

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  • Diamond Premier Seating

  • Golden Circle Seating

  • New Year's Eve

  • Friday Night Luau