About Hawaii Loa Luau
Hawaii Loa Luau at the Fairmont Orchid is a top Big Island luau that combines a beautiful resort setting, island-inspired buffet dinner, hosted bar, and a vibrant Polynesian show on the Kohala Coast. Guests can meet the performers, learn about Hawaiian cultural practices, and enjoy live music, hula, drumming, and fire knife dancing under the stars. With its elegant atmosphere and scenic location near historic Kalahuipua‘a, it is a memorable choice for couples, families, and groups.
Under a canopy of stars on the beautiful grounds of the Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii Loa Luau invites guests into an evening of music, dance and island storytelling. The production follows the journey of Hawai’iloa, the legendary Polynesian navigator, as an internationally renowned cast brings his story and the traditions of Hawaii to life.
The luau is held in a scenic orchard beside Kalahuipua’a, a historic gathering place where Hawaiian royalty once came together to feast. Before the main performance begins, guests can meet members of the cast and learn about traditional games and cultural practices.
As the evening unfolds, the sound of the toere drum fills the air and the stage comes alive with hula, live music and a dramatic fire-knife dance. A generous buffet prepared by the Fairmont Orchid’s award-winning culinary team adds another memorable part of the experience, along with a hosted bar serving tropical drinks and standard cocktails.
Hawaii Loa Luau Highlights
- Evening luau on the grounds of the Fairmont Orchid
- Scenic orchard setting beside historic Kalahuipua’a
- Opportunity to meet performers before the show
- Traditional games and cultural presentations
- Live music, hula and toere drumming
- Fire-knife dance performance
- Island-inspired buffet dinner
- Hosted bar with tropical drinks and standard cocktails
Hawaii Loa Luau Buffet Menu
Poke Station
- Poi
- Ahi limu koho
- Spicy shellfish
- Surimi crab and broccoli
- Garlic sesame edamame soybeans
- Lomi lomi salmon
- Cucumber namasu
- Molokai sweet potato salad
- Heirloom lettuce salad
Hot Food Station
- Teriyaki barbecue chicken
- Miso-glazed chef’s catch
- Stir-fried vegetables
- Kiawe wood-smoked kalua pork
- Furikake rice
- Taro rolls
From the Grill
- Kalbi-style Hawaiian low line beef with ginger soy glaze
- Sugarcane-skewered shrimp yakitori
Keiki Menu
- Mini hot dogs
- Macaroni and cheese
- Taro rolls
Dessert Station
- Hawaiian dark chocolate lava cake with Tahitian vanilla and raspberry sauce
- Pineapple upside-down cake
- Coconut cream haupia
- Molokai banana bread
- Big Island fruit salad with lychee
Where & When
Check in at 5:30 pm.
Location: Fairmont Orchid, 1 N Kaniku Dr, Waimea, HI 96743 View Map
The Hawaii Loa Luau reservations desk is located at the Plantation Estate at the Fairmont Orchid. Vouchers must be turned in for luau tickets at the reservations desk.
Both valet parking and self-parking are available at the Fairmont Orchid. Self-parking is complimentary after validation. Valet parking is $15.
Restrictions
There are no specific restrictions for this activity.
Please contact us if anyone in your party has special needs.
Special Notes
Children age 5 and under are provided their own seat and plate.
Operation Days
Saturday
Also open on Wednesdays during the summer months
Duration
3 hours
