YOU WILL BE INSPIRED BY
SPECTACULAR HAWAIIAN MUSIC
AND DANCE PERFORMANCES
Cultural Experience
Luaus are a great way for visitors to experience and learn about Hawaiian culture and arts! Hear and see stories unfold through traditional and modern hula dances. Hula dancers show the audiences Hawaiian myths and stories with the graceful movements of their hands.
Incredible Performances
See impressive performances by fire and hula dancers! When you attend a luau (typically offered through resorts), you can enjoy a feast while watching the show. Free shows in the shops at Mauna Lani and Waikoloa also offer great dance performances but without the food and drink.
Feast at a Luau
You will eat well when you attend a luau! Enjoy traditional foods and tropical drinks. Most luaus feature kalua pig for the main course – a pig that has been cooked in an imu (traditional underground oven) – but also offer a variety of seafood, chicken, and vegetable dishes as well.
LUAUS AND FREE POLYNESIAN SHOWS ON THE BIG ISLAND
Luaus in Kohala:
These Luaus take place weekly at hotels in the Kohala Coast resorts. In addition to impressive dance performances, all of these luaus include impressive feasts from the Hawaiian Islands and Polynesia.
The Mauna Kea Luau – Mauna Kea Beach Hotel
Enjoy amazing hula and fire dances are set to a backdrop of waves crashing on the beach! The menu features many options for appetizers, mains, sides, and desserts including seafood and chicken in addition to the traditional kalua pig. Be sure to arrive early for the imu ceremony – when the kalua pig is removed from its underground oven. This luau takes place weekly, with additional dates during busy season – check with Mauna Kea Beach Hotel for current dates and show times.
Legends of Hawaii – Hilton Waikoloa Village
Enjoy live music, storytelling, and hula dancing at a delicious Hawaiian feast! This luau features a number of traditional delicacies including kalua pig, fresh fish, and tropical salads and desserts. The Hilton’s luau is a family-friendly event with interactive activities, a kids buffet menu, and opportunities for kids to get front row seats to the show. Before the feast begins, you will have the opportunity to visit the local artisan market and participate in traditional activities like coconut husking. This luau takes place several times a week – check with the Hilton for current dates and show times.
Sunset Luau – Waikoloa Beach Marriot
Enjoy hula, Samoan fire knife dance, and live music by the beautiful backdrop of Anaeho’omalu Bay. The Marriot’s luau features an open bar and a buffet with a mix of traditional Polynesian and Western dishes. This luau occurs a couple of times a week – make sure to call the Marriot to check for current dates and times.
Free Hawaiian Cultural Shows in Kohala:
If you don’t care about missing the feast and are looking to save some money, you can see great hula performances at these regular free shows:
Free Keiki Hula Halau shows – Kings’ Shops, Waikoloa Beach
See free performances featuring Keiki Hula Halau (Childrens hula dance groups) from the Big Island. These shows take place weekly on the Center Stage in the Kings’ Shops. Check the Kings’ Shops’ event calendar for datemmmms and times of Hula Halau and other free performances.
Free Hula Halau Shows – Queens’ Marketplace, Waikoloa Beach
Watch free hula and Polynesian dance performances at the Queen’s Market Place. Both keiki (child) and adult dance troupes perform a few times a week in the Coronation Pavilion. Check their events calendar for current dates and times.
We recommend contacting organisations directly to get the most up to date information about their operations.