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Waikiki Starlight Luau

Activities and experiences at the Hilton Hawaiian Village

Waikiki's Only Beachfront 4-night LuauWaikiki Starlight Luau

Great Lawn

Voyage Across the South Seas at the Waikiki Starlight Luau, set on the Great Lawn overlooking the Duke Kahanamoku Lagoon. This vibrant outdoor celebration of the music and dance of Polynesia will take you through the islands’ amazing dances, music, costumes and features an exciting fire knife finale. Dinner show tickets include an island-inspired (all-you-can-eat) buffet under the stars featuring local dishes.

On Fridays, enjoy quick access to amazing vantage points to view the spectacular Friday fireworks show on Duke Kahanamoku Beach.

The show may move inside without notice due to rainy weather.

Waikiki Starlight Luau fire knife dancer holding large flame with fireworks from the resort's Friday Night Fireworks in the background

Friday Night Fireworks Luau

Enjoy an evening under the stars at Waikiki’s only beachfront luau.
Your show ends with quick access to vantage points to view the spectacular Friday Fireworks show on Waikiki Beach.

Savor a welcome drink, explore island arts and crafts, and feel the rhythm of Hawai‘i through live music.

Enjoy one of the best luau feasts (all-you-can-eat buffet) on the island with flavors from our islands and the world.

Voyage Across the South Seas Luau Show

The Waikiki Starlight Luau at the Hilton Hawaiian Village
  • For seating closest to the stage and priority buffet access, choose a Diamond Premier Seat.
  • Specific seats are not assigned until arrival.

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Waikiki Starlight Luau

Celebrate the colorful heritage of the Pacific Islands with an outdoor feast featuring live music, traditional dance, and tastes of the tropics.

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Mandara Spa

The largest spa in Waikiki, Mandara Spa infuses Hawaiian ingredients into treatments designed to melt away tension and rejuvenate your body.

the Mandara Spa at Hilton Hawaiian Village
Dining at the Village

With 16 different eateries and bars right here, serving a variety of international cuisines, you can explore all your culinary desires without even leaving the resort. Reserve your beachfront table now at the Bali Oceanfront reservation link below.

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Tours & Excursions

Discover the beautiful island of Oahu with a “Circle Island Tour.” View hidden rainforests and ancient volcanoes on a helicopter tour and experience a part of American history at Pearl Harbor. Sail on a catamaran or a ride on a submarine just steps from the resort at our Port Hilton pier.

Oahu mountains in the background with road going through a tropical drive