OAHU · HAWAII
Oahu’s best days out.
The 15 most popular luau shows & dinners on Oahu. What each one is really like on the day, what it costs and who runs it.
Paradise Cove Luau in Ko Olina, Oahu: sunset beach show with Mai Tai, Hawaiian food buffet, and Polynesian music, plus optional Waikiki pickup.
Most Popular“The show was amazing! We purchased the deluxe tickets, you don't go through the buffet line, food is served to you. I think it would be better going through line. They give you a lot of food, nobody ate it all a waste of food. I did not enjoy the food, but still worth it…”
Toa Luau at Waimea Valley on Oahu: lei greeting, Waimea Falls swim, kava feast, Polynesian show, fire knife finale.
“It is so fun and worth the drive and cost. High energy and many cultures represented. Don't miss it!”
Chief’s Luau at Wet ’n’ Wild Oahu pairs Chief Sielu’s fire-knife show with lei ceremony, weaving, and a Hawaiian buffet.
“Very Fun & Interactive experience where you learn Polynesian culture as well as get a taste of the food.”
Mauka Warriors Luau at the Battle of Kipapa: island feast, hula and fire-knife shows, plus hands-on Polynesian workshops in Oahu.
“The dancers were excellent & we truly enjoyed a glimpse into the Polynesian culture. It was a wonderful evening with good food, educational information and entertainment.”
Waikiki luau buffet plus Rock-a-Hula show at Royal Hawaiian Center, with pineapple, Mai Tai, big flavor, and optional VIP upgrades.
“This was a wonderful experience, I would recommend this to anybody looking to see what a luau is like and try the traditional foods”
Oceanfront Ka Moana Lūʻau at Aloha Tower in Honolulu: hands-on Hawaiian activities, island buffet dinner, and a high-energy fire-knife show.
“It was a lovely experience. The food was great and I loved the other activities offered; I would just recommend the company extends the times for those, they were over shortly after we arrived.”
Ka Moana Luau at Aloha Tower in Oahu: oceanfront dinner show with farm-to-table buffet, hands-on Polynesian activities, and Sword of Fire.
Germaine’s Luau in Kapolei pairs a lei greeting, buffet dinner, included drinks, and a Polynesian show with west Oahu sunset views.
“The food was good and it is all you can eat. Staff and the dancers were helpful and nice. The location is on the beach and an awesome sunset.”
Paina Waikiki Luau at the Waikiki Beach Marriott: lei making, temporary tattoos, mai tais, hula, and a fire knife dance.
“It’s a great luau without the great views. The food is great. The traditional pork but also prime rib. Entertainment is very good.”
Aloha Kai Luau at Sea Life Park brings a lei greeting, hands-on cultural activities, buffet dinner, and a Polynesian show in Oahu.
“The chat online with Evaligene was the best, so helpful. The luau and everyone working there were the best we’ve ever gone to.”
Chief’s Luau in Honolulu pairs a custom Wet ’n’ Wild Hawaii venue, Chief Sielu-led storytelling, and a big all-you-can-eat feast.
“Great experience! Highly recommend! My friends and I had a wonderful time. The team anticipated all our needs.”
Queens Waikiki Luau in Waikiki’s International Market Place: dinner buffet, Polynesian dance show with fireknife, and a handmade shell lei.
“Food was fantastic, music was good, mc was funny, culture was culture, and the over all lual was fun. Recommended to first timers to the island”
Waikiki Starlight Luau at Hilton’s Great Lawn blends Polynesian dance, fire-knife drama, and a hearty Hawaiian buffet for one set price.
“You 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!”
Queens Waikiki Luau in Oahu pairs hands-on culture, a classic Hawaiian buffet, and a lively Polynesian show including the fire knife dance.
Pa'ina Luau Waikiki at Waikiki Beach Marriott: lei and mai tai, hula for Queen Liliʻuokalani, prime rib buffet, fire-knife finale.
Waikiki to the North Shore, and the whole loop in between.
