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Waikiki Starlight Luau

Hilton Hawaiian Village

The Waikiki Starlight Luau at the Hilton Hawaiian Village offers an unforgettable evening under the stars. Begin with a lei greeting, Mai Tai punch, and live Hawaiian music before joining fun cultural activities. Enjoy a gourmet luau buffet featuring island favorites made with fresh local ingredients, then sit back for a dazzling Polynesian show filled with music, chants, and energetic dances from across the Pacific.

scheduleDuration: 3 hours

Open Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Sunday.

  • from$185.00

🌟 Waikiki Starlight Luau

The Waikiki Starlight Luau is held at the Hilton Hawaiian Village's rooftop garden, offering a festive evening under the stars. Guests are welcomed with a lei, a Mai Tai punch, and live Hawaiian music before enjoying interactive activities like games, crafts, and Polynesian tattoos. The evening continues with a lavish luau buffet featuring authentic island dishes made from locally sourced ingredients. The night concludes with a spectacular Polynesian show showcasing vibrant dances and chants from across the Pacific, highlighted by Waikiki's most thrilling fire-knife performance.

Friday Night Luau on the Great Lawn: On Friday nights, the Waikiki Starlight Luau is performed on the beautiful Great Lawn overlooking the lagoon and beach. At the end of the evening, guests have quick access to watch the spectacular Friday fireworks show.

✨ Luau Highlights

  • Lei greeting and refreshing welcome drink
  • Fun pre-show activities, including island games, Polynesian tattoos, and local crafts
  • Live Hawaiian music and traditional chants performed by top island musicians
  • Resort-style buffet dinner featuring authentic dishes made with fresh local ingredients
  • Thrilling fire-knife performance by four acrobatic dancers
  • Spectacular Polynesian revue with captivating dances from Hawaii and the greater Pacific

🍽️ Waikiki Starlight Luau Menu

🥗 Cold Salads

  • Island Salad Greens (V, GF)
  • Caesar Salad (Vg)
  • Tomato and Cucumber Salad (Vg)
  • Hawaiian Potato Salad (Vg)
  • Local Style Noodle Salad (Vg)
  • Futomaki Sushi
  • Poi (V, GF)
  • Imu Baked Sweet Potato (V, GF)
  • Lomi Lomi Salmon (GF)
  • Seafood Pasta Salad

🔥 Hot Dishes

  • Kalua Pork (Hawaiian Pulled Pork) (GF)
  • Huli Huli Chicken (Teriyaki Grilled Chicken)
  • Island Fish
  • Stir-Fried Vegetables with Tofu (V, GF)
  • Hawaiian Fried Rice
  • Smoked Brisket

👧 Kids Buffet

  • Pineapple BBQ Meatballs
  • Huli Huli Teriyaki Chicken Bites
  • Tater Tots (Vg)
  • Corn Cobbetts (Vg)
  • Assorted Fresh Diced Fruits (V)

🍰 Desserts

  • Coconut Haupia (V, GF)
  • Pineapple Upside Down Cake (Vg)
  • Mini Malasada Bites (Vg)

Menu Abbreviations:
GF: Gluten Free
Vg: Vegetarian
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

  • Where and When:

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

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

    Location: Hilton Hawaiian Village rooftop garden, located in the Mid-Pacific Conference Center on the 6th floor of the parking structure.
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    Friday Night Luau: Check in on the Great Lawn, located next to the Duke Kahanamoku Lagoon.

  • Restrictions:

    Please contact us if anyone in your party has special needs.

  • Special Notes:

    Complimentary validated self-parking is available at Hilton Hawaiian Village.
    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.
    In case of inclement weather, the luau may be moved indoors.

  • Operation Days:

    Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Sunday

  • Duration:

    3 hours

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