Diamond Head Luau
Taking place right on Waikiki Beach at the Waikiki Aquarium, the Diamond Head Luau offers a beautiful setting and is within easy walking distance of many hotels in the area. Experience a traditional Hawaiian luau - a memorable evening of immersing yourself in the local island culture. Watch or participate in island arts & crafts or a hula lesson and enjoy delicious foods.
What makes this Oahu luau special is that you have a choice between a traditional luau buffet dinner (Monday, Wednesday & Sunday nights) or try signature dishes from some of Oahu's top restaurants on Foodie Fridays. Dinner is followed by an exciting Polynesian show featuring traditional songs and dances of Hawaii and other Polynesian island nations.
Buffet Nights (Monday, Wednesday & Sunday):
On Buffet Nights, enjoy a high-end buffet dinner created and served by famous Chart House Waikiki, with classic luau dishes including Kalua Pork, fresh Ahi Poke, traditional Poi and more!
Buffet Nights Menu:
Appetizers
- Spicy Ahi & Crab Poke topped with Avocado and Tobiko
- Ahi Limu Poke
- Mixed Greens Salad
- Arugula Salad with Pecans and Shaved Parmesan Cheese
Entrées
- Kalua Pork
- Teriyaki Chicken
- Hawaiian-Style Guava Chicken
- Braised Short Ribs
- Macadamia Nut Crusted Mahi Mahi
- Vegan Curry with Broccoli, Potatoes & Carrots
Sides
- Hapa Rice
- Mixed Veggies
- Sweet Potatoes
- Taro Rolls with Homemade Lilikoi Butter
- Traditional Poi
- Lomi Lomi Salmon
- Lobster Linguine with Parmesan Lobster Cream Sauce
- Crab Macaroni Salad
- Fresh Pineapple
Dessert
- Ube Cheesecake topped with Coconut Flakes
- Chocolate Cake topped with Coconut Flakes
Buffet Nights Packages:
Foodie Fridays:
Looking for a more unique experience? On Fridays, enjoy a unique
dining experience unlike any other luau in Hawaii! Partnered with some
of the island's top restaurants like Nico's at Pier 38, Chart House
Waikiki, Ono Bites and more, you will have the chance to try signature
dishes from each vendor for a true taste of the Islands.
Foodie Fridays Menu:
Nico's Pier 38: Poke Nachos - Fresh Ahi Poke (Raw, Cubed Fish) served on a bed of Crispy Wonton Chips
Nico's Pier 38: Garlic Shrimp tossed in a Parmesan Garlic Sauce
Big Island Abalone: Abalone Salad topped with Tofu, Tobiko & Sea Grapes (dairy free)
Lifestyle Hawaii: Venison Yakisoba Noodles served with locally sourced Veggies
Chart House Waikiki: Macadamia Nut Crusted Mahi Mahi served with Mango Salsa & a side of Rice (gluten free)
Ono Bites: Kalua Pig Sliders served on a Taro Roll with a side of Lomi Lomi and fresh cut Pineapple
Da Spot Health Foods: Coconut Lemon Herb Chicken with Stir-Fried Aloun Farms Veggies & a side of Lemongrass Coconut Rice (gluten free, dairy free)
Cane Lei: Hawaiian Style Caneles: An island version of this favorite dessert in Lilikoi, Coconut & Chocolate varieties (gluten free)
Foodie Fridays Packages:
Diamond Head Luau Seating Chart:
Diamond Head Luau
Waikiki Luau
Hawaiian Show
- Where and When:
- Check-in begins at 4:45 pm and doors open at 5:30 pm.
Location: Waikiki Aquarium, 2777 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815 View Map
Luau ends at 8:00 pm.
Diamond Head Luau is located within walking distance of Waikiki area hotels. If you arrive by car, there is limited free & metered parking along the street near the Aquarium. Metered parking is free on Sundays, Holidays & nightly after 6:00 pm.
- Requirements:
- Restrictions:
- Children 3 years of age and under are considered lap children and do not get their own seat. If you require a seat for your child age 0-3 years, the regular child rate applies.
- Special Notes:
- Every luau ticket includes free admission to the Waikiki Aquarium. Guests will receive physical tickets at luau check-in, which are valid for 14 days after their luau date. Redeemable during the Aquarium's regular business hours (Daily 9:00 am - 4:30 pm).
Roundtrip transportation from major Waikiki hotels is available by special request (minimum 15 guests) at $15.70 per person. Please call to make your reservation if you would like to book roundtrip transportation for your party of 15+ guests.
- Operation Days:
- Monday, Wednesday, Friday & Sunday
- Duration:
- 2.5 hours
- Vendor:
- King's Luau
- Capacity: