Luaus in Oahu | Timings

Mauka Warriors Luau

Timings: 5pm to 9pm
Duration: 4 hours
Days: Every Tuesday to Friday, and Sundays
Closed on: Saturdays & Mondays

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Rock-A-Hula Show

Timings: 5:30pm to 9pm (Rock-A-Hula Show performance timings are from 7:15pm to 9pm)
Duration: 3.5 hours for the luau feast & show, 90 minutes for the show
Days: Every Monday to Thursday, and Saturdays
Closed on: Fridays & Sundays

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Germaine’s Luau

Timings: 5pm to 8:30pm
Duration: 3.5 hours
Days: Every Thursday to Sunday, and Tuesdays
Closed on: Mondays & Wednesdays

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Ka Moana Luau

Timings: 5pm to 8pm
Duration: 3 hours
Days: Every Sunday to Friday
Closed on: Saturdays

What to expect at Ka Moana Luau

Paradise Cove Luau

Timings: 5pm to 9pm
Duration: 4 hours
Days: Daily

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Best time to visit

Weekday vs weekend

Weekends attract more crowds to Hawaii, especially Oahu, and the luaus tend to fill up in advance. For a more relaxed, intimate experience, you can consider visiting during the week.
If you’re looking for a more vibrant and festive atmosphere, then opt for the weekend shows.

Peak season vs low season

Peak season: Summer months (June to early September) are the most crowded in Hawaii. Other peak seasons include December, especially around Christmas time, and Easter & Thanksgiving weekends. Spring break (mid-March to mid-April) also attracts more visitors.
Shoulder season: April & May are relatively quieter months, with fewer crowds and relatively pleasant weather. You can also consider visiting any time from mid-September through mid-December. If you want to enjoy a more intimate luau experience, then these months are ideal.
Low season: If you are a budget traveler and are looking for a more local luau experience, you can visit from January to early March. Crowds are at their lowest, and the temperatures tend to drop, creating a nice, comfortable, and cosy environment.

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Your Hawaii luau itinerary & schedule

Mauka Warriors Luau

4:45pm: Check-in
5pm: Pre-show cultural activities
6:30pm: Luau feast
7:30pm: Live show
8:45pm: Luau ends

Rock-A-Hula Show

5:30pm: Luau welcome greeting at outdoor Hawaiian pavilion
5:40pm to 7:30pm: Luau feast with live Hawaiian music and hula
7:40pm to 8:50pm: Rock-A-Hula live show
8:50pm to 9:00pm: Meet & greet with the Rock-A-Hula cast

Lu’au Kalamaku

5pm to 6:30pm: Craft fair at the plantation
5:20pm to 6:10pm: Train ride on the Kauai Plantation Railway.
5pm to 7:30pm: Open bar
6:15pm to 6:30pm: Imu ceremony
6:30pm to 7:30pm: Luau feast with live music and traditional Hula
7:30pm to 8:15pm: Main show – Kalamaku
8:15pm to 8:30pm: Photo session with the cast

Germaine’s Luau

5:30pm: Check-in & pre-luau cultural activities
6:00pm: Luau feast with the Imu ceremony, followed by dinner service and the live show
8:30pm: Approximate luau end time

Ka Moana Luau

4:45pm: Check-in
5pm: Pre-show cultural activities
5:30pm: Luau feast (buffet-style dinner)
6:30pm: Live show
7:45pm: Approximate luau end time

Paradise Cove Luau

3:15pm: Hotel pick-up from Waikiki (if transport option is selected)
4:45pm: Gates open & check-in
5pm: Hawaiian games & pre-luau cultural activities
5:40pm: Imu ceremony & family prayer
6:10pm: Luau feast (buffet-style dinner) with live dinner show
7:20pm: Paradise Cove Extravaganza (live show)
8:45pm: Approximate luau end time

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Germaine's Luau

Flexible cancellation

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3 hrs 30 mins

Transfers available

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Mauka Warriors Luau

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4 hrs

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Ka Moana Luau

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2 hrs 45 mins

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Old Lahaina Luau

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3 hrs

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Smiths Family Garden Luau

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2 hrs - 5 hrs

Guided tour

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Chief's Luau

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3 hrs 15 mins

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Rock-A-Hula Show

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1 hr 45 mins - 4 hrs 10 mins

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Na Lei Aloha Luau

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1 hr - 3 hrs

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Kaula Luau

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3 hrs

Meals included

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Luau Kalamaku

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3 hrs 30 mins

Meals included

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Frequently asked questions about Hawaii luau timings

Yes, all luaus in Hawaii take place in the evening. The feast is typically a dinnertime activity, and the live performance takes place right after the buffet.

Peak season vs low season

Peak season: Summer months (June to early September) are the most crowded in Hawaii. Other peak seasons include December, especially around Christmas time, and Easter & Thanksgiving weekends. Spring break (mid-March to mid-April) also attracts more visitors.
Shoulder season: April & May are relatively quieter months, with fewer crowds and relatively pleasant weather. You can also consider visiting any time from mid-September through mid-December. If you want to enjoy a more intimate luau experience, then these months are ideal.
Low season: If you are a budget traveler and are looking for a more local luau experience, you can visit from January to early March. Crowds are at their lowest, and the temperatures tend to drop, creating a nice, comfortable, and cosy environment.

Lu’au Kalamaku

5pm to 6:30pm: Craft fair at the plantation
5:20pm to 6:10pm: Train ride on the Kauai Plantation Railway.
5pm to 7:30pm: Open bar
6:15pm to 6:30pm: Imu ceremony
6:30pm to 7:30pm: Luau feast with live music and traditional Hula
7:30pm to 8:15pm: Main show – Kalamaku
8:15pm to 8:30pm: Photo session with the cast

Paradise Cove Luau

3:15pm: Hotel pick-up from Waikiki (if transport option is selected)
4:45pm: Gates open & check-in
5pm: Hawaiian games & pre-luau cultural activities
5:40pm: Imu ceremony & family prayer
6:10pm: Luau feast (buffet-style dinner) with live dinner show
7:20pm: Paradise Cove Extravaganza (live show)
8:45pm: Approximate luau end time

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Germaine's Luau

Flexible cancellation

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3 hrs 30 mins

Transfers available

Meals included

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Mauka Warriors Luau

Flexible cancellation

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4 hrs

Meals included

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Ka Moana Luau

Flexible cancellation

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2 hrs 45 mins

Meals included

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Old Lahaina Luau

Flexible cancellation

Book now, pay later

3 hrs

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Check availability

Smiths Family Garden Luau

Flexible cancellation

Book now, pay later

2 hrs - 5 hrs

Guided tour

Transfers available

Meals included

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Chief's Luau

Flexible cancellation

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3 hrs 15 mins

Transfers available

Meals included

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Rock-A-Hula Show

Flexible cancellation

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1 hr 45 mins - 4 hrs 10 mins

Meals included

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Na Lei Aloha Luau

Flexible cancellation

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1 hr - 3 hrs

Meals included

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Kaula Luau

Flexible cancellation

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3 hrs

Meals included

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Luau Kalamaku

Flexible cancellation

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3 hrs 30 mins

Meals included

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Hawaii luaus timings & schedules

Luaus in Oahu | Timings

Mauka Warriors Luau

Rock-A-Hula Show

Germaine’s Luau

Ka Moana Luau

Paradise Cove Luau

Luaus in Kauai | Timings

Lu’au Kalamaku

Best time to visit

Weekday vs weekend

Peak season vs low season

Your Hawaii luau itinerary & schedule

Mauka Warriors Luau

Rock-A-Hula Show

Lu’au Kalamaku

Germaine’s Luau

Ka Moana Luau

Paradise Cove Luau

Book Hawaii luau tickets

Frequently asked questions about Hawaii luau timings

Do all luaus take place in the evenings?

How much time should I expect to spend at the luau?

Do all luaus take place on the same days?

How long does the live show at the luau last?

Do timings for the luau change depending on the season?

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Mauka Warriors Luau

Rock-A-Hula Show

Germaine’s Luau

Ka Moana Luau

Paradise Cove Luau

Lu’au Kalamaku

Weekday vs weekend

Peak season vs low season

Plan your visit

Directions

What to wear

Mauka Warriors Luau

Rock-A-Hula Show

Lu’au Kalamaku

Germaine’s Luau

Ka Moana Luau

Paradise Cove Luau

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