About Pa'ina Waikiki
Spend an evening in the heart of Waikiki at Pa'ina Waikiki, held at the Waikiki Beach Marriott. The experience begins with a lei greeting and welcome Mai Tai before moving into an evening of Hawaiian music, hula and storytelling inspired by the area's royal history.
The show includes traditional hula, live music, keiki performers and a fire knife finale, with opportunities to join in through craft activities and the Ori Ori Tatou E audience dance. Dinner features a Hawaiian luau buffet with prime rib, island-style dishes and desserts before the evening wraps up with photos and a chance to meet the cast.
Luau Highlights
- Hawaiian lei greeting
- Welcome Mai Tai cocktail
- Lei making demonstrations & temporary Polynesian tattoos
- Hawaiian luau & prime rib buffet
- Luau music and dance performance
- Ori Ori Tatou E audience participation
- Fire knife dancing finale
- Meet the cast and photo opportunities
Hawaiian Luau Dinner
Appetizers
- Fresh Island Greens, Shaved Kabocha, Fennel, Tomatoes, Ume-Lilikoi Vinaigrette (GF/Vegan/Dairy Free/Nut Free)
- Kamuela Tomatoes, Japanese Cucumber and Maui Onion (GF/Vegan/Dairy Free/Nut Free; Contains Sesame Oil)
- Watercress and Tofu Maui Onion Salad (GF/Vegan/Dairy Free/Nut Free; Contains Sesame Oil)
- Sliced Fresh Island Maui Gold Pineapple (GF/Vegan/Dairy Free/Nut Free)
- Furikake Potato & Macaroni Salad (GF; Contains Sesame Oil)
- Lomi Lomi Salmon Salad (GF; Contains Sesame Oil)
- Hanalei Poi (GF/Vegan/Dairy Free/Nut Free)
Buffet Line
- Huli Huli Chicken, Pickled Red Onion, Smoked Jus (GF/Dairy Free/Nut Free; Contains Sesame Oil)
- Above Ground Smoked Kalua Pork (GF/Dairy Free/Nut Free; Contains Pork)
- Seared Island Catch with Ume & Yuzu Beurre Blanc Sauce (GF/Nut Free)
- Molokai Style Sweet Potatoes (GF/Vegan/Dairy Free)
- Island Fried Rice (GF)
- Taro and Sweet Rolls with Butter (Contains Gluten/Eggs/Dairy)
Carving Station
- 12 Hour Roasted Prime Rib (GF/Dairy Free/Nut Free)
- Smoked Au Jus (GF/Dairy Free/Nut Free)
- Horseradish Cream (GF/Nut Free)
Desserts
- Coconut Crème (Nut Free; Contains Gluten/Eggs/Dairy)
- Haupia (GF/Vegan)
- Pineapple Upside Down Cake with Koloa Rum (Nut Free; Contains Gluten/Eggs/Dairy)
- Hawaiian Paradise Kona Blend Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee, Taylor Assorted Teas
Luau Packages
- General Seating: Includes full buffet dinner
- VIP Seating: Includes full buffet dinner, 2 additional cocktails and seating closest to the stage
- Show Only Seating: No meal included
Special Instructions
Meeting details, important notes and helpful information for your experience.
Where & When
Luau check-in times:
5:15 pm check-in for VIP Seating
5:30 pm check-in for General Seating
5:45 pm check-in for Show Only Seating
Check in on the 3rd floor at the Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort View Map
Luau ends at approximately 8:00 pm.
Parking: 6-hour self-parking included with validation; $25 for Valet.
Restrictions
Cancellation Policy: Guests will receive a full refund with 72 hours notice of cancellation. Groups of 21 and more require 7 days notice of cancellation.
Seating is first-come, first-served within the assigned section. Tickets guarantee section, not specific seats.
We do our best to seat parties together, especially groups of 4 or more, but there is no guarantee as seating is community-style. Please arrive on time or up to 20 minutes early to increase the chance of sitting together.
Infants (ages 0-3) are considered lap children and cannot occupy a chair. A stroller cannot take the place of a chair. Strollers will only be allowed if space permits.
Special Notes
ADA: Please notate next to guest's name while booking if you are seeking a special accommodation.
Operation Days
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday
Duration
2.5 hours
Vendor
This activity is operated by Paina Waikiki.
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