Diamond Head Luau in Waikiki Review

What is a luau?

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Where is the Diamond Head Luau on Oahu?

What to Expect at the Diamond Head Luau

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At check-in, they gave us wristbands with our table number on them and an envelope with food and drink tickets to be used throughout the night.

There were a few amazing pre-show activities. The first one we did was stringing a fresh flower lei bracelet.

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It’s all done like a food festival. Each booth required a different colored ticket and there were 8 stations to choose from. Each station offered one signature dish that was plated and ready to go.

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The hula portion kicked off with fire, which is always fun! The dancers had lit torches and coconuts.

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i really loved the costumes and the playful energy between the dancers!

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There was also a big Tahitian portion of the show, which is always a big hit with the audience!

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Of course, the audience went wild when the famous Samoan fire knife dancing started.

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Diamond Head Luau in Waikiki Review

What is a luau?

A luau is an evening event that features Hawaiian food, music, and hula dancing. It usually lasts a few hours and can include some hands-on activities, demonstrations, and audience participation.

Where is the Diamond Head Luau on Oahu?

The Diamond Head Luau is located at the Waikiki Aquarium on the Diamond Head side of Waikiki. The address is 2777 Kalākaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815.

What to Expect at the Diamond Head Luau

At check-in, they gave us wristbands with our table number on them and an envelope with food and drink tickets to be used throughout the night.

At check-in, they gave us wristbands with our table number on them and an envelope with food and drink tickets to be used throughout the night.

As soon as we checked in, we were ushered over to get a fresh orchid lei and take photos with a few of the performers. These photos were on sale during the luau.

There were a few amazing pre-show activities. The first one we did was stringing a fresh flower lei bracelet.

PRE-SHOW ACTIVITIES

It’s all done like a food festival. Each booth required a different colored ticket and there were 8 stations to choose from. Each station offered one signature dish that was plated and ready to go.

FOOD AND DRINKS

The hula portion kicked off with fire, which is always fun! The dancers had lit torches and coconuts.

HULA DANCING

i really loved the costumes and the playful energy between the dancers!

There was also a big Tahitian portion of the show, which is always a big hit with the audience!

Of course, the audience went wild when the famous Samoan fire knife dancing started.

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