Waikiki Starlight Luau
Enjoy a Hawaiian luau in the heart of Waikiki. What makes the Waikiki Starlight Luau special is that it takes place at an oceanfront lawn overlooking the beautiful Duke Kahanamoku lagoon. Dine under the magical Hawaiian sky and enjoy live musical entertainment. Experience the unique heritage of Hawaii and other Polynesian islands through live music and dances.
Enjoy a welcome fruit punch, learn to dance the hula, or simply unwind with a refreshing cocktail. It will then soon be time for the big luau feast, which is followed by a spectacular Polynesian show, Voyage Across the South Seas, that culminates with the awe-inspiring Samoan fire-knife dance.
Friday Night Luau: On Friday nights, enjoy a special edition of the Waikiki Starlight Luau. After the luau, can easily head to the beachfront to catch Hilton's spectacular fireworks show.
🌺 Luau Highlights
- Beautiful luau setting in the heart of Waikiki and overlooking the lagoon and beach
- Resort-quality dining with a traditional Hawaiian luau buffet dinner and locally sourced ingredients
- Spectacular Polynesian show with music and dances from Hawaii and greater Polynesia
🎟️ 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!
🍽️ 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between Diamond Premier and Golden Circle seating?
Diamond Premier guests receive seating closest to the stage and are invited to the buffet first. Golden Circle seating is located behind the premier section and includes the complete dinner and show experience, but without the same priority seating and buffet access.
What happens if it rains during the Waikiki Starlight Luau?
The luau is normally presented outdoors on the Great Lawn overlooking Duke Kahanamoku Lagoon. If rainy weather makes the outdoor setting unsuitable, the event may be moved indoors without advance notice so the dinner and entertainment can continue.
Does the Friday luau include the Waikiki fireworks show?
The Friday luau concludes in time for guests to reach nearby viewing areas for the Hilton Hawaiian Village fireworks over Duke Kahanamoku Beach. The fireworks are separate from the luau production and remain subject to the resort's schedule, weather and operating conditions.
Special Instructions
Where & When
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
Special Notes
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.