Hawaii Loa Luau
Experience Hawaii Loa Luau on the Big Island with oceanfront resort scenery, island-style dinner, Hawaiian music, hula, Polynesian dances and fire performance.
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Hawaii Loa Luau
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The Hawaii Loa Luau unfolds on the ocean-front grounds of the Fairmont Orchid along the Big Island's Kohala Coast. Palm fronds sway above lawns that once sheltered Hawaiian chiefs, and the sun slips toward the Pacific as you walk past ancient fishponds to the welcome line. A shell lei and chilled cocktail set the mood, and friendly hosts point you toward hands-on stations where you can pound poi, weave coconut fronds and strum a quick 'ukulele chord before the main event begins.
As dusk deepens, the conch sounds and you gather around the imu to watch cooks lift a whole kalua pig from its earthen oven. Aromatic smoke drifts across the lawn while they carve the roast and carry it straight to the buffet, where slow-roasted pork joins prime rib, miso-glazed fish, ginger-soy chicken, island greens, ulu mash, sweet-potato haupia and trays of tropical fruit. Unlimited soft drinks and an open bar pouring mai tais, local beer and house wine keep your glass full, and servers circulate with kid-friendly options so younger diners never wait in line.
With plates cleared, musicians strike the first slack-key chords and dancers invite you on a choreographed voyage across Polynesia. Graceful hula honors Big Island royalty, Tahitian drums quicken the tempo, and a Maori poi twirl sets the stage for the high-energy Samoan fire-knife finale that arcs sparks into the night sky. Each segment is woven together with narration that links the islands' shared ocean heritage, turning the stage into a live storybook rather than a simple revue.
Seating packages let you choose your vantage point—standard tables circle the lawn, while preferred seats sit closer to the runway so you feel the beat of the pahu drums in your chest. Whatever level you select, every chair faces the stage and the sunset, and professional photographers roam throughout the evening so the whole family can stay in the moment.
Doors typically open at 5:30 pm, and free self-parking is just a short stroll from the gate. Wear sandals for grassy paths and bring a light layer for the cool coastal breeze once the torches replace the sun. When you're ready to add this feast to your itinerary, browse our collection of Big Island luaus or combine the experience with daytime Big Island activities to fill your island getaway with culture, flavor and unforgettable views.
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