Royal Hawaiian Luau
This is Waikiki’s only oceanfront luau. It takes place right on world-famous Waikiki Beach, under the stars at the extravagant Royal Hawaiian Hotel, also known as the “Pink Palace of the Pacific.” You’ll enjoy great views of Diamond Head as a backdrop and the hotel’s royal atmosphere. Held every Monday night at the Ocean Lawn, the ‘Aha ‘Aina is composed of three spectacular acts. The evening starts with a welcoming cocktail or luau punch and fresh flower lei greeting and captures the spirit of traditional Hawaii with time-honored activities such as kapa-making (cloth made of pounded bark), poi-pounding, and na lawai’a (tending of fishing tools). The night continues with the sound of a pu (conch) calling guests to feast, where a storyteller shares the significance of lei giving, the ocean, and taro while guests dine on exquisite pupu (hors de ouvres). After dinner, the Helumoa story unfolds—a dramatic performance, including hula and song, commemorates ancient islanders’ rich history and culture through a timeline of the historic Royal Hawaiian to the contemporary style of Hawaiian music and dance. .