Waikīkī’s Most Intimate Lūʻau Experience
Celebrate island culture and aloha spirit at the Queens Waikīkī Lūʻau, the highest-rated lūʻau in Honolulu. Located in the open-air Queens Courtyard at the International Market Place, this intimate 2.5-hour evening showcases the best of Polynesia through music, hula, and fireknife dancing. Enjoy hands-on cultural activities, a delicious farm-to-table Hawaiian feast, and a vibrant performance beneath the tropical night sky. Choose from Front, Middle, or Back seating for the perfect experience — every guest receives a shell lei, a refreshing Mai Tai, and memories to last a lifetime.
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$99 USD
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All ages welcome
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2.5 hours
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Oahu, Hawaii
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Honolulu
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- Shell Lei Greeting
- Mai Tai or Soft Drink
- Farm-to-Table Buffet
- Fireknife Finale
- Live Polynesian Music
- Family-Friendly Atmosphere
- Intimate Outdoor Venue
- International Market Place Location
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- Admission, cultural activities, dinner buffet, shell lei, drink ticket(s) based on seating, and full Polynesian show with fireknife finale.
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- Aloha or resort-casual attire recommended. Bring light layers for the evening breeze. Cameras welcome (no flash during performance).
Queens Waikīkī Lūʻau – General Dinner & Show Features
Authentic Polynesian Performance
Watch the stories of Hawaiʻi, Tahiti, and Samoa come alive through traditional dance, drumming, and the thrilling fireknife finale.
Farm-to-Table Hawaiian Feast
Feast on local favorites like kalua pig, teriyaki chicken, stir-fried noodles, and tropical desserts made with island ingredients.
Cultural Activities & Entertainment
Before dinner, take part in hula lessons, lei-making, and other fun activities that introduce you to island traditions.
Queens Waikīkī Lūʻau – General Dinner & Show Details
- Highlights
- Description
- Itinerary
- Price & Availability
- Food & Drink
- Instructions
- Restrictions
- Transportation
Highlights
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Shell Lei Greeting
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Mai Tai or Soft Drink
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Farm-to-Table Buffet
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Fireknife Finale
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Live Polynesian Music
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Family-Friendly Atmosphere
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Intimate Outdoor Venue
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International Market Place Location
Description
Queens Waikīkī Lūʻau is Waikīkī’s hidden gem — an intimate, family-friendly show that celebrates the beauty and rhythm of Polynesia in the heart of the city. Held in the Queens Courtyard at the International Market Place, this experience begins with cultural activities like lei-making, hula lessons, and Polynesian tattoo demonstrations. Guests are then treated to a farm-to-table Hawaiian buffet featuring kalua pig, teriyaki chicken, stir-fried noodles, and fresh island fruit. As the evening continues, world-class performers share the legends of the islands through hula and chant, culminating in an electrifying fireknife dance that lights up the Honolulu sky. Choose from three seating levels — Front (3 drinks), Middle (2 drinks), or Back (1 drink) — and let the warmth of aloha fill your night in Waikīkī.
Itinerary
4:30 PM – Check-in begins at International Market Place5:00 PM – Cultural activities and hula lessons6:00 PM – Hawaiian buffet dinner6:45 PM – Polynesian show with live music and fireknife performance7:30 PM – Meet & greet with cast and photo opportunities
Price & Availability
Adults $99–$159 | Children (3–12) $79–$139 | Infants (0–2) $20 lap seat. Duration 2.5 hours. Cancellations accepted 72 hours prior for full refund.
Food & Drink
Buffet includes teriyaki chicken, kalua pig, Japanese veggie curry, stir-fried noodles, steamed rice, garden salad, macaroni salad, Hawaiian sweet bread, fresh fruit, and mac nut brownies.
Instructions
Located at the International Market Place, 2330 Kalākaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815. Parking available in the Marketplace garage with 1-hour validation; $2/hour thereafter.
Restrictions
All ages welcome. Infants under 3 require lap seating. Wheelchair accessible. Show runs rain or shine with covered courtyard seating.
Transportation
Transportation not included. Centrally located in Waikīkī and walkable from major hotels and resorts.



















