About Waikiki Starlight Luau
Waikiki Starlight Luau at Hilton Hawaiian Village is a popular Waikiki luau featuring a lei greeting, live music, cultural activities, a generous island-style buffet, and an exciting Polynesian show with dramatic fire knife dancing. Held under the stars at the resort’s rooftop garden, it offers a lively and memorable Hawaiian evening in the heart of Waikiki. On Friday nights, guests also enjoy quick access to the Hilton fireworks show after the luau.
As evening settles over Waikiki, the Great Lawn at Hilton Hawaiian Village becomes a tropical gathering place filled with island music, welcoming hospitality and views across the lagoon. Waikiki Starlight Luau invites guests to relax beneath the open sky, sip a refreshing welcome fruit punch and enjoy a memorable celebration in the heart of the resort.
The evening can be as lively or leisurely as you choose. Join the group hula lesson and learn a few graceful movements, or settle in with a cocktail while talented musicians fill the lawn with Hawaiian melodies and chants. A resort-quality luau feast follows, prepared with locally sourced island ingredients and a generous selection of Hawaiian favorites.
After dinner, the energy rises as performers share music and dances from Hawaii and greater Polynesia. Colorful costumes, powerful rhythms and graceful hula lead to one of Waikiki’s most dramatic fire-knife performances, featuring four talented dancers beneath the starlit sky.
Friday Night Waikiki Starlight Luau
Friday evenings add another sparkling finale to the experience. After the luau, guests have quick access to excellent vantage points for watching the Friday fireworks over Duke Kahanamoku Beach.
Waikiki Starlight Luau Highlights
- Live music: Hawaii’s best musicians will showcase native Hawaiian music and chants
- Resort-quality dining: Enjoy a delicious traditional Hawaiian luau feast with locally sourced island ingredients
- Waikiki’s most dramatic fire-knife dance: Watch the performance of four talented fire-knife dancers
- Polynesian show: Energetic and beautiful dances from Hawaii and greater Polynesia
- Friday night access to convenient fireworks viewing locations
Waikiki Starlight Luau Packages
| Waikiki Starlight Luau Inclusions | Golden Circle Seating | Diamond Premier Seating |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | Golden Circle Seating | Premier Seating Closest to the Stage |
| Tropical Sunset Fruit Punch | ✓ | ✓ |
| Additional Beverages | 1 | 2 |
| Luau Dinner | ✓ | ✓ |
| Polynesian Show | ✓ | ✓ |
| First to Enjoy the Feast | – | ✓ |
Waikiki Starlight Luau Menu
Menu abbreviations: GF means gluten free, EF means egg free, DF means dairy free, NF means nut free and V means vegan.
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)
Please note: Menu is subject to change without notice.
Where & When
June 1 - October 31:
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
Please contact us if anyone in your party has special needs.
Special Notes
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.
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.
Operation Days
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Sunday
Duration
3 hours
