A Legacy of Aloha Since 1965
Since 1965, the Mauna Kea Lūʻau has been the island’s most celebrated evening of Hawaiian culture, cuisine, and storytelling. Set beside the ocean at the legendary Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, this iconic gathering honors the timeless traditions of the islands through music, hula, and aloha. Guests are welcomed with a complimentary Mai Tai or Keiki drink before enjoying a lavish buffet that blends Hawaiian classics and modern island flavors—from kalua pig and grilled catch to poi, poke, and tropical desserts. The night unfolds under the stars with the Lim Family of Kohala, whose music, hula, and fire-knife performance have become a Big Island tradition. Whether you choose General Admission or Premium Seating with preferred entry and front-row views, the Mauna Kea Lūʻau invites you to experience Hawaiʻi’s most elegant and enduring celebration.
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$234 USD
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Waimea, Hawaiʻi Island
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2.5 Hours
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Hawaii, Hawaii
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Waimea
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- Oceanfront Elegance
- Authentic Island Feast
- Live Hawaiian Music
- Royal Court Procession
- Fire-Knife Finale
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- Admission to 2.5-hour luʻau including buffet dinner, live Hawaiian show, and complimentary Mai Tai or Keiki drink. Premium seating includes preferred entry and front-row tables.
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- Elegant resort or aloha attire recommended. Bring a light wrap for cool ocean breezes. Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, 62-100 Kaunaʻoa Drive, Kohala Coast, HI 96743. Complimentary self-parking available on-site.
Mauna Kea Lūʻau Features
Hawaiian Lūʻau Experience
Celebrate island culture and cuisine in a timeless oceanfront setting at the historic Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, where music, hula, and aloha have flourished for more than five decades.
Oceanfront Elegance
Dine beside the waves at one of Hawaiʻi Island’s most scenic and historic resorts, overlooking Kaunaʻoa Bay.
Authentic Island Feast
Indulge in kalua pig, grilled catch, lomi lomi salmon, poke, poi, and Chef-inspired desserts.
Mauna Kea Lūʻau Details
Highlights
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Live Hawaiian Music
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Polynesian Dance & Hula
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Imu Ceremony
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Fire-Knife Finale
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Royal Court Procession
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Premium Seating Upgrade
Description
The Mauna Kea Lūʻau is a cornerstone of Hawaiian hospitality—a refined evening where elegance meets tradition on the Kohala Coast. Since 1965, this celebrated luʻau has welcomed guests to the oceanfront lawns of the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel for an unforgettable journey through island history, music, and dance. Guests are treated to a world-class buffet featuring kalua pig, fresh island fish, ahi poke, lomi lomi salmon, poi, and an array of inspired desserts. The performance, led by the legendary Lim Family of Kohala, weaves stories of Hawaiʻi through hula, chant, and song, culminating in a breathtaking fire-knife dance finale. With both General and Premium Seating options available, guests can choose their preferred level of comfort and view, but every seat shares the same spirit of aloha that has made the Mauna Kea Lūʻau a timeless Hawaiian treasure.
Itinerary
4:45 PM – Welcome & Photography
5:10 PM – Doors Open / Complimentary Drinks
5:30 PM – Imu Ceremony & Opening Chant
5:45 PM – Buffet Dinner
6:15 PM – Royal Court Presentation
7:00 PM – Polynesian Show with Lim Family
7:45 PM – Fire-Knife Dance & Farewell
Price & Availability
General Seating: Adults $233.60 | Children (5–12) $157.49 | Keiki 4 & under FreePremium Seating: Adults $255.75 | Children (5–12) $179.64 | Keiki 4 & under FreeIncludes complimentary entry drink and buffet dinner.
Food & Drink
Island-inspired buffet featuring kalua pig, grilled catch, poke, poi, and Chef’s dessert creations. Complimentary Mai Tai or Keiki drink upon entry; bar available for additional beverages.
Restrictions
All ages welcome. Keiki 4 & under are free. Accessible seating available. Premium seating recommended for best view.
Transportation
Transportation not included. Located along the scenic Kohala Coast, approximately 40 minutes north of Kailua-Kona.
Frequently Asked Questions
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