I went there with my entire family. I used Go City and it was well worth it. Much better than I expected it to be. With Go City, you are usually assigned a Splash section seat. I had received an email offer in the morning to move to the center seats for $20 per person. I did not take that offer. If I can go back, I definitely would. It's definitely worth the extra $20. But even from the side seats, the show was quite memorable. read more

Ka Moana Luau - Performing Arts Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

the experience was AMAZING 100% recommendation. loved the show it's great!!!! wonderful for your kids

Is this touristy? Yes!! Are we tourists?? Also, yes!! We had a great time at this luau. We got the higher of the mid package, Splash premium. The classic package includes a shell lei and one cocktail and seating along the edge. Our package gets a fresh flower lei, 2 cocktails and better seating. There is a celebrity package with has a separate check-in line, 2 cocktails and servers bring you your food, while everyone else goes through the buffet line. We were lucky and were seated in the celebrity package seating. We had a great view of the dancers. After you've checked in, they place a lei around your neck--fresh flower lei or shell lei, depending on your package. Then they take a picture of your party with people in traditional Hawaiian costume. You can purchase the picture later if you would like. You are given your drink tickets to use at the bar. There are activities this do before the show starts--lei making, passion friend crown making, and dancing lesson. There was a Polynesian band playing in stage the entire time. The tickets get you either a basic cocktail --i got two mai tais decorated with flowers--or you can upgrade for premium cocktails. We went through the buffet, which was really good. There was salad and kalua pork, Huli Huli chicken, mahi mahi, poy, rice, chow mein noodles, great pineapple, veggies, rolls, and dessert if chocolate cake and coconut gelatin. While we were eating, a man climbed up the coconut tree, which was fun to watch. As we finished dinner, the traditional dancers performed with traditional drummers. It was all great, especially the fire dancers. It's really was a fun night. Who cares if it is touristy? read more

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My wife and I were excited to attend and experience a Luau. Everyone was saying "you have to go to one on your first trip!" Or "the food is so good!" Or even "the performances alone are worth it"... So we let my brother find and book one for the three of us since he had already visited Hawaii multiple times and took my mom to one a few years back. What a let down, you guys. First of all, expensive for what it really was. Location wasn't all that. We didn't get the traditional pig roasting experience either. When we got there it was disorganized. We noticed there was a very long line and then a shorter one which we soon found out was for the ones who paid even more! As we entered the venue it just looked cheap - the way the tables were set up, the stage - I don't know, I guess I was expecting something more. Moving on to the food now; It was also not the best. Buffet style with flys flying around landing on it. It just didn't look appetizing. And like others have said on here, it was cold and mushy/soggy. The performances later were fine but I sadly agree with a yelper who had said it felt like a cheesy "high school play." The sound would go in and out too at times, whenever they'd start talking to the audience. We did get photos taken but damn, even that they charged us as well. Like we already spent a lot on tickets alone just to attend... Overall, this was definitely NOT the highlight of our Hawaiian trip, but it's okay because everything else we did was amazing. read more

What an amazing time at Ka Moana Luau at Sea Life Park! From the moment we arrived to the very end, everything was so well organized and friendly. The check-in and entrance were smooth, and the staff guided us easily through the park. Before dinner, there was so much to do--trying out poi balls, learning how to make ti leaf hats (which we got to keep!), playing local games, and even getting these fun temporary tribal stamps. There were activities for kids, great photo spots, and plenty of smiles everywhere you looked. Then, as the sun set, things got truly magical. The live music, storytelling, and dancing really captured the spirit of Hawaii. The fire dance was incredible, and the cool ocean breeze made it even better. If you're planning a trip to Oahu, or even if you're a local looking for a special evening out, Ka Moana Luau is a must-do! It's a fantastic way to experience Hawaiian culture, enjoy great food, and make memories you'll never forget. I'd give it more than 5 stars if I could--don't miss out on this one! read more

We got the celebrity package which states "front row". But really it was not. lol. I had to turn my chair to see the stage. We are maybe the second row of tables. It is originally $200 a person, but we got a discount for half off if we listened to some travel sales pitch thing. I just don't think it is worth $200 a person before taxes and fees. We get a welcome Mai Tai and two drink tickets. Also it is nice that we did not need to get up to get our food. They served us. I liked the little activities before it started. We got there early so we had plenty of time to make a head band, practice the fire stick, etc. The overall show was great. The MC / host was wonderful. He was very engaging and entertaining. The dances were really well thought out. The fire show is my favorite! I always wonder how they don't burn themselves or catch something on fire. The food was okayyy. Wished it was better, but i think Luau's are usually for the entertainment and not the food. read more

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We really enjoyed the luau! We did celebrity check-in and purchased tickets through Groupon for a party of nine. The food was generous and tasty and the drinks were great as well. Kids enjoyed the pineapple drinks. The show was amazing, everyone had a great time. Our group included kids ranging from 8 to 20 years old and all of them enjoyed it. The staff was friendly and very helpful. We also loved the extra touches, getting tattoos, making bracelets and receiving real flower leis. Overall, a wonderful experience and highly recommended! read more

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The luau was fun enough, but the review is mainly for the food. It was not great. Full disclosure, I didn't eat the pork, but I booked this luau with the knowledge that there would be other options for me. The fish was almost inedible. For the price, I wanted to be able to actually eat dinner. Additionally, we were seated right next to a speaker, which was pretty uncomfortable. read more

Pre activities were fun to do from the luau, depending on which package you get you can get drink coupons. My friend group and I did the lowest package and received drink coupon, shell necklace upon entering and found our seated. The dinner is buffet style and had good options from rice to chicken, pork and fish, noodles, taro dinner rolls and dessert as well. The show was fun to watch and see the different styles of dancing. read more

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We had the best time! the food was great, we learned how to build leis and twirl the stick. the luau dancers were so friendly, their was a lot of history and we even watched a man climb a coconut tree. the best part had to be the fire dancers at the end. they were fantastic. we were seated toward the front which was nice with 10 other people at our table and and the whole show was so captivating. read more

Ka Moana Luau - Food on the menu ! - Performing Arts Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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One of those things you do once for the experience. The Luau itself was a good show. The performers were great, the dances engaging, and the MC made sure you learned something before every dance. The food was decent but nothing write home about, the activities pre-show were fun! Lei making, fire dance (with practice sticks) trick lessons, headband weaving with coconut leaves, and picture areas. The location at the Aloha Tower made it for a very picturesque evening for sure. Onto the negatives: the event is really expensive for what it is. One could easily drop $400+ for 2 people, plus any drinks outside of your drink tickets (included on the Celebrity upgrade). You have to pay $30 for one picture or $50 for 2, of the pictures they take of you at the beginning... which seems outrageous considering how much one spends to attend. We did not have to pay to attend as we got it for free for attending the "sales pitch" from Hilton Club... but I want to be honest about the value you get for your money regardless. If you're staying at a resort that can get you a good deal for it, it's totally worth it, but paying full price may be a different story. read more

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Many of the resort hotels have groups of hula dancers on hand that provide luau experiences complete with the traditional dinner for a fee. I was looking for a bit more and spoke with my hotel's concierge service provider. After watching a brief video and a thorough explanation of what was included I booked. A big, beautiful bus complete with good air and a bathroom picked up patrons from a few hotels. Upon arrival while waiting in line to go inside the luau area, we were teased with some of the hula dancing. I think that was a pretty cool way to check the crowd's energy. As we entered we were presented with leis; flowers for the ladies and shells for the men which both are symbols of love, respect and hospitality. Then gently nudged over to the photo wall. I ordered VIP which included a free gift, an extra drink ticket, table service and a seat at table #1, right in front of the stage. My eyes are over forty so I appreciate being able to see EVERYTHING up close. The traditional live music was enjoyable, the hula dancing was engaging but the history was amazing. In between the dances the host would share Polynesian stories about the kingdom of Hawaii. There was also a coconut demonstration where I learned things about its many parts that I never knew. Complete with a tree climbing. Luau means to celebrate with food and there was so much on our plates. Huli huli chicken, kalua pork, cubed fish and the purple taro dinner rolls were truly a treat. I noticed many of the marinades were brown sugar, soy sauce and pineapple based and I enjoyed those flavors. After experiencing this beautiful outdoor luau, I highly recommend that you venture away from your hotel and try something with a lot more variety. read more

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After check in, we were greeted with lei's. Once we got seated, there were several activities like making flower bracelets and learning an instrument. Plus some alcohol and beverages were included depending on the package that you've purchased. The show was great! The performers were interactive with the guests and put on a good show. However, I gotta knock down points for the buffet that they offered. Food was not good at all. Everything tasted like it's seasoned with salt only. Pork and fish were dry and overcooked. Some of the rice was hard. And the little dessert ran out pretty quickly. It wasn't enough for everyone for sure. A good luau includes good food and a good show, and the food was just disappointing. I would go somewhere else. read more

Ka Moana Luau - Performing Arts Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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You know I would give this place three stars, but I can't do it. I attended in June on my actual birthday. The food wasn't that great; it's a buffet, but getting it again is not feasible with the amount of people and the fact they close the food area down pretty early. Also, you're so close to the tables and the other people there's no space. But my biggest irk, is the ridiculous amount of time that I spent in line to use my drink tickets. Just know that if you pay for the non-basic ticket, (I don't remember the difference in the names) but only one of them comes with separate drink line. It was two slow bartenders for everyone that had the basic ticket and the next level up. They can't control the weather and it's rain or shine, but we were literally standing in light rain trying to get drinks for easy 35/40 minutes, if not more. Leaving little time to get my food. I had to rush to the food area before the show started. I made conversation with one of the guys serving the line so he was friendly. The other, not so much. And there are two serving lines. The low cost (meaning from business perspective) offerings like salad and desserts were do it yourself, but they served the meat and veggies. It wasn't very good either. Really disappointed in my meal. The show was ok, I've never been to a Luau but my thoughts of what I know, this was mid experience. A family on one of my tours had gone as well and they had the same impression as we were discussing it. I will say I enjoyed getting lei'd when I first got there! But honey I called an uber early and got out of there so quick when I felt the show was nearly ending. read more

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We were fortunate enough to win an upgraded seat and we were front and center for the show. We were welcomed with a complimentary beverage and leis. The ocean in the background gave us a beautiful sunset. The food was delicious and plentiful, and although we're big eaters we couldn't finish what we were brought. The show was so much fun. Ten dollars to park was well worth it and the traffic wasn't too bad leaving. Highly recommend. read more

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I intentionally scheduled this with our hotel after contemplation and inevitably received tickets for watching their presentation for time shares to save the money. I would not personally spend the $350+ for two people. The cultural activities to start were enjoyable. Being able to learn to weave/braid coconut leaves, twirl the fire/knife baton, and make a Lei bracelet. I also appreciated the educational opportunities between dances. I wanted to love this event and I was left with a sinking feeling. To be clear, the dancers themselves were phenomenal. The energy, charisma, and engagement were top tier. I struggled with the legitimacy of the dancing. With every dance, I questioned whether the performers (or at least a performer from the group) actually represented the cultural group (Native Hawaiian, Samoan, Tahitian, etc.) as well as where the dances were learned (were they from people of those cultures and paid fairly understanding the intent to be used in a for-profit luau). It felt inappropriate to paint faces during the Haka to represent the culturally sacred tattoos for Māori people. It may have been due to the season, but the holiday dances gave me the ick. Rather than celebrating cultural practices, they felt tainted by songs like Jingle Bells. I understand my scrutiny may be heightened due to my own lived experiences, but that also means I am more aware of the potential for harm this can cause. read more

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Booked this through our hotel. Overall it was ok. I don't think I would do it again if I knew what to expect. The performers were great, very entertaining and interactive. They all did a fantastic job and were nothing but smiles. The food was alright. Some items were good and others were not. Most people at our table did not finish it. The bread was hard, the rice tasted off, and the fish was overcooked. Our ticket included a complimentary drink and 2 additional drink vouchers. The options were a mai tai, soda, or water. If you wanted to get a mai tai in a pineapple that was extra. Which is a little ridiculous considering we purchased the highest tier ticket. They take your photo when you walk in and offer it towards the end at $30 for one or $50 for both. There are also cultural stations where you can make a bracelet lieu or woven head crown. Overall, it was ok if it's your first time but not something I would want to do again. read more

The show takes you through Polynesian history a bit and highlights the different dances and cultures in the pacific islands. read more

Ka Moana Luau - Fire dancing - Performing Arts Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

The show gets all three stars as the food was really mediocre. The location and the ambiance was okay, but nothing that says Hawaii. The service was fair, but many of the staff looked like they really wanted to be somewhere else. Kind of disappointing. read more

Excellent good. Great entertainment and the dancers were amazing The service was excellent and very welcoming and comfortable. read more

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Please choose another Luau. Me and my boyfriend went here on our last day in Hawaii and I got food poisoning/stomach bug several hours after. The food looks like it's not handled properly and temperature abuse. You are able to have access to the food all night, but it is not being heated or covered from flies at all. GO HERE AT YOUR OWN RISK, I've had the stomach flu for 4+ days and out of work, it's been so miserable. And no one wants to return my call to give me back a refund. The luau itself is fine, very short compared to other luaus being from 5-730 pm, so keep that in mind compared to other longer ones for the same price. read more

My parents 50th wedding anniversary diner is spent in the wonderful Ka Moana Luau. Years past we also had a great time at the Diamond Head Luau, but with the The Aquarium at Waikiki under renovations, we were suggested Ka Moana Luau. Situated by the piers, Ka Moana still offer gorgeous views of the water, albeit not as breath taking as Diamond Head and others. The entrance to Ka Moana is situated by the historic Aloha tower which was quite nice. Irregardless, Ka Moana get all 5-stars. I dunno, this luau just felt 'homely' than the others that we have been. Ka Moana's number of performers are significantly less then the other luaus that we have been. But I guess the fewer performers felt much more personal and you can understand each of their individual characters. Lest I forget about the food. Well, it was excellent. The welcoming drink, Mai Thai, is visually and tastefully delicious. We had the top tier package and thus our food was served on our table with an option to ask for more upon request. I particularly loved the fish so much so that I asked for seconds. Chicken was delicious and the Kalua pork was savory. read more

Ka Moana Luau - Mama & Papa's 50th wedding luau - Performing Arts Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

We paid extra for Premium Splash seats but felt like the side tables would've been more suitable for us since we had a toddler and stroller with us. It started raining right as the show began so a lot of us were standing off to the side under a roof. The rain poured into my drink and food. The event felt really rushed as I didn't have time to do the activities and enjoy the food. I did love the bread and dessert, but the buffet felt too much like a cafeteria. It wasn't displayed in a beautiful way at all. The overall vibe wasn't special because we were next to a dock. I had looked at reviews, and they claimed it was "beach front" with a nice view which was false. Felt like we were next to a factory. They had amazing dancers though! But the sound was super loud. I did love the activities but again, felt rushed. We didn't have time to take many pictures so we rushed at the end to take some. They also didn't show us our group pictures so we didn't have the opportunity to buy it:/ The tables and chairs were placed too close to each other; felt packed. We couldn't even walk to our seats because other people felt like it was a good idea to block the entire walkway. Overall, I wouldn't recommend this luau. I would definitely try a different one next time; felt like money wasted. read more

Great show and food was good! We thoroughly enjoyed the service that comes with the celebrity package! read more

Probably a Good Show -- If You Can See It The buffet was better than expected, but eating it out of a flimsy styrofoam clamshell felt cheap for the price. The real issue is the view. Even with the Splash Premium upgrade, the stage was almost impossible to see. You spend the first hour staring straight into the setting sun. Once the show starts, the flat seating means rows of heads block most of the action. The lighting doesn't help either -- the stage is unevenly lit and a single roaming spotlight tries (and fails) to compensate. There's talent onstage, but the sightlines make it hard to enjoy the show you paid for. read more

Ka Moana Luau - Here's the part of the show I could actually see... - Performing Arts Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

MAGNIFICENT. FIRST TIME! Beyond what I expected. At first, I was always skeptical about luaus because they always say the entertainment is great but the food sucks. So after being in HI so many times, finally decided to go. It was beyond great. It's overwhelming at first due to so many things are happening at once. There are several booths that'll teach you how to make headdresses, give you lei bracelets and so on. The drink vouchers you have to fall in line, as well as the buffet. So it's a lot of stuff. Then the show. So it's a long night, but memorable because of the energy of the night. The hosts were so nice from the check in Desks to the hosts of the show. The food is above average which is great! Standard Hawaiian food like mahi mahi, pulled pork and stuff. Definitely filling! Tasty. The show is amazing. The musicians and dancers were all great and the tree climber/entertainer is so funny. Kudos in making a truly memorable Christmas luau for us! read more

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We visited Oahu and attended this luau on March 29, 2026.We did enjoy the evening, however, I do feel the need to share some other not-so-great items related to our visit. First off, they pushed so much to upgrade our experience, via all, text, email, it was too much. It was obvious when we arrived how as customers, we felt like second rate for not upgrading. They give you cheaper leis, separate long line for drinks, etc. Food was mediocre at best, but not horrible, since it was cold and not a good presentation. I felt awkward being placed on the side and being treated as second class. The show itself was good and entertaining, which made our experience a good one, aside from feeling left out or second class. read more

Super fun!! We had big smiles throughout the entire show! The performers and musicians are very talented! The show's storytelling of sharing the hulas from different parts of Hawai'i was great and educational. I can feel the infectious happy energy they spread. They really want us to have a good time and that we did! This was our first luau and first visit to Oahu, and was very glad it kicked off the rest of our vacation on the island. We splurged on the celebrity seating to get the best direct view. But was pleasantly surprised we got placed up front row seats literally! Thank you to the staff randomly arranging something this special for us lol. Food was pretty good too, it is a mix of many Hawaiian foods, so nothing I can really highlight. Overall, the super talented performers really made the show special and fun. I highly recommend! read more

A truly transcendent Christmas Eve in Hawaii was elevated to pure magic at this extraordinary luau, where the vibrant energy was absolutely electrifying, the delectable food was sublime, and the memories forged will forever be cherished, making us eagerly anticipate a return to the islands for Christmas. read more

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Cool luau experience near Waikiki. We bought a go city pass and this was included. They had activities like lei making, basket weaving, etc. before sitting down for dinner. The food and drinks were also good, and the show was fantastic! We loved the dancing and interaction with the crowd. Everyone was very nice. read more

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The luau was fantastic as well as ka Moana luau vender the young lady was a delight and very informative about everything I asked about . Thank you from California read more

This was our first time experiencing a luau. We booked this experience through GoCity pass. We opted for valet parking at the Aloha Tower which was quick and easy. We were given sea shell necklaces after checking in, and had our group photo taken at the front which we later purchased. Our seating was already assigned and we found our table which was not too far from the stage. The show had already started it seems even though we arrived early. Before the food was ready, we checked out the booths where we got to make a flower bracelet. We had to wait for staff to come by to our table once it was our turn to line up for the buffet. The food wasn't anything special but it filled us up. The highlight was the ube cake for me. We were also given two drink tickets each. The bar menu had more options which costed more like the pineapple drinks so there were really only some drinks eligible for drink ticket only. Without drink tickets, there was water and juice available. As for the show there were a few entertaining parts like the coconut tree climbing and fire but I found myself spacing out for the most part. It's a decent family friendly experience in my opinion but not something I would personally go to again. read more

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For the price to eat and see a luau, it may not seem too bad. Just don't get suckered into paying for the celebrity as sitting up close doesn't really have much benefits. It's not a Broadway show where you'd sit orchestra or mezzanine. Just get the regular ticket if you decide to come here for the luau. The food is okay and pretty limited for a buffet, but it's bearable. The bar makes good Mai Tai however. I got two free drink vouchers with my tickets so I happily used it on that. The luau show was alright for the most part. Some of the skits they did did seem like they Americanized it and did not feel traditional at all. I'm also amazing how they managed to do the fire knife dance on such a small stage. Also seems dangerous if they did drop one of their flaming knives as it would set the stage on fire. Luckily that didn't happen. I think the best place to get food and see the best luau is at the Polynesian Center. read more

We arrived around 445 pm and parked our car at valet with $10 cash payment. We purchased the celebrity package. So we checked in and we got our little souvenirs gifts which is a pin and a wooden necklace. Very cute and then our waistband then we received our flower lei and walked over to get our pic taken with the dancers. Then we got leaded to our table, since we got eh celebrity package we sat front and center. Then our package came with mai tai and two drinks coupons. So we got our Mai tai and went over to do some of the cultural activities which are coconut headband weaving, flower bracket making, music lesson and backdrop for pics. It was very educational and fun to do. Then our server brought us our food on a wooden plate which has pulled pork (a little salty to me), chicken ( amazing favor and well cooked), tuna, veggies ( too salty for me), noodles, rice, salad ( love it and the dressing is so good), a sliced of pineapple and the ube cheesecake ( my personal favorite). The food is so good overall and I was so full but I can get more if I wanted to. Then they have the dancing, the singing, audience participation, fire making, coconut tree climbing etc. on and off it was an amazing performance and dinner show. read more

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Highly recommend! Was fantastic. Bar and food included. Activities before the show. Family friendly. Was long show too! Can't wait to show my family the videos I captured. read more

Ka Moana Luau - Performing Arts Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Amazing show - amazing food - amazing people - such a memorable and wonderful Luau Love how interactive it is! read more

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We enjoyed it. It was raining. Show was good. Got kinda cold. Food was clean since they serve it for you

Everything I expected and more at my first Luau. Performances were my favorite such dedication and talent it was very well performed and everyone part of it such amazing vibes. Staff & service great as well. read more

Ka Moana Luau - Performing Arts Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

The food was delicious. The first thing they do is ask if you have allergies, and I was grateful for that. The people and cultural events brought an ambiance of magic. read more

Ka Moana Luau - Aloha tower - Performing Arts Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

It may not have been the most traditional, but the performances were lively, fun, and had a good dose of humor mixed in. The food was buffet into takeout containers but was pretty good. Our kids loved the experience and the activities. read more

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