Oahu luaus in 2026
A luau is an evening of Hawaiian food, music and dance. On Oahu the shows sit in three different places: the leeward side near Ko Olina, the Kapolei area, and the Polynesian Cultural Center in Lāʻie on the North Shore. Where you stay decides which one is practical, because the drive from Waikiki is the main difference between them.
Paradise Cove Luau at Ko Olina closed on 31 December 2025, even though its website still shows prices. Do not book it. The prices below come from the operators' own sites in October 2026, and they can change, so confirm the final price at checkout.
Luaus compared
Operator prices as listed in October 2026. Adult price first. Taxes and fees may be added at checkout.
| Luau | Adult | Youth / child | Days and times | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaula Lūʻau | $169 standard $249 VIP $119 cocktail and dinner | Youth 12 to 20: $139 / $219 / $95 Child 4 to 11: $99 / $139 / $85 (standard / VIP / cocktail and dinner) | Check-in 6:00 pm (June to August) or 5:30 pm (September to May); show ends 8:30 pm or 8:00 pm | Kapolei, Ko Olina (Ocean's Edge) |
| Germaine's Luau | From $128 (Makai), $167 (Original), $242 (Plumeria) | – | Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday; check-in from 5:30 pm; about 3 hours | Kapolei, Olai Street |
| Aliʻi Lūʻau, Polynesian Cultural Center | $197.95 | Child 4 to 11: $157.96 | Luau 4:30 to 6:05 pm, whole program 12:15 to 8:35 pm; closed Sundays and Wednesdays | Lāʻie, North Shore |
| Paradise Cove Luau | – | – | Closed since 31 December 2025 | Ko Olina |
Our picks: luaus on Oahu
Dinner and show at Aloha Tower, or a warriors luau outside Honolulu.
Hand-picked tours, booked through GetYourGuide. Prices are indicative starting prices in US dollars (as of October 2026). Tap a tour for live availability and the current price in your currency.
Warriors luau with dinner and show
Professional digital photos with the performers and unlimited soft drinks with a kava bar. Alcohol is not included, and transport from Waikiki costs extra.
Check availability →Ka Moana luau dinner and show at Aloha Tower
A lei greeting, cultural activities, a buffet and drink vouchers. Transport only with the matching option; valet parking is extra.
Check availability →Luau shows and dinners on Oahu
Luau tickets and evening shows, some with transport from Waikiki, with live prices and availability.
Kaula Lūʻau at Ko Olina
Kaula Lūʻau opened on 27 February 2026. It is run by the Hawaiian Council in partnership with Ko Olina and stands on a different site from the old Paradise Cove, at Waipahe Place in Kapolei, at the Ocean's Edge lagoon 4.
Three tickets are on sale in 2026: Standard at $169 for adults, VIP at $249, and a cocktail and dinner option at $119. Ages are priced in tiers: adults are 21 and over, youth 12 to 20, children 4 to 11, and babies up to 3 are free. The show starts at 7:30 pm from June to August and at 7:00 pm from September to May.
The operator lists the distance to the airport as about 17 miles. Plan a car, a shuttle or a tour with transport from Waikiki, and check what is included when you book.
Germaine's Luau in Kapolei
Germaine's lists three ticket levels as "from" prices on its own site in October 2026: $128 for Makai, $167 for Original and $242 for Plumeria. The breakdown by age group is not shown on the operator's page, so confirm it before you book. The show runs on Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, with check-in from 5:30 pm, and lasts about 3 hours.
Germaine's lists its transport options on its own site. With the Plumeria level, round-trip transport from Waikiki is included, and you reserve your seat 24 hours ahead. With Original and Makai the transport costs $35 per person. If you drive, parking is free at Plumeria and $5 per vehicle at the others.
Prices on third-party sales sites can differ from the operator's, because they may add tax or fees. Compare like for like.
Aliʻi Lūʻau at the Polynesian Cultural Center
The Aliʻi Lūʻau is a package, not a stand-alone dinner. At $197.95 for adults and $157.96 for children 4 to 11 in 2026, it combines entry to the Island Villages, the luau and the evening show "HĀ: Breath of Life" with Gold seats. The luau runs from 4:30 to 6:05 pm, with last seating at 5:40 pm.
The Polynesian Cultural Center is closed on Sundays and Wednesdays, with exceptions in 2026. Wednesday is open from 1 July to 5 August and on 25 November, 23 December and 30 December 2026. It is also closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year. See the Polynesian Cultural Center guide for more.
How to choose a luau
The shows differ more by place and transport than by anything else.
You want transport solved
Germaine's includes Waikiki transport at the Plumeria level and sells it for $35 per person at the others.
You want a full day
The Aliʻi Lūʻau package at the Polynesian Cultural Center fills the afternoon and evening on the North Shore. Check the closing days first.
You are staying in Ko Olina
Kaula Lūʻau is the local one. Look at the three ticket levels and the show start for your month.
You are traveling with children
Kaula and the Polynesian Cultural Center price children 4 to 11 separately. Ask Germaine's for its age tiers before booking.
If you are still deciding where to base yourself, see where to stay on Oahu. For the full list of day trips, see tours compared. The Polynesian Cultural Center sits on the North Shore.
Why Paradise Cove is not listed
Paradise Cove Luau at Ko Olina closed on 31 December 2025. The operator's website still lists its old packages and a transport price, but it also says the final sunset has passed. Older guides, comparison sites and some booking pages may still show it as available.
If you see Paradise Cove offered anywhere, treat the listing as out of date. Kaula Lūʻau now serves the same area at a different site.
Luau on Oahu: frequently asked questions
Is Paradise Cove Luau still open?
No. It closed on 31 December 2025. Its website still shows old prices, but the operator says the final sunset has passed.
How much does a luau cost in 2026?
According to the operators, from $128 at Germaine's (Makai level) and $169 for the standard Kaula ticket to $197.95 for the Aliʻi Lūʻau package at the Polynesian Cultural Center, for adults. Taxes and fees may be added.
Which luau includes transport from Waikiki?
Germaine's includes it at the Plumeria level and charges $35 per person at the Original and Makai levels. Tour listings show what they include, so read the details before you book.
Can children go to a luau?
Yes. Kaula prices children 4 to 11 at $99 for the standard ticket, babies up to 3 are free, and the Polynesian Cultural Center prices children 4 to 11 at $157.96 for the Aliʻi Lūʻau package.
When is the Polynesian Cultural Center closed?
On Sundays and Wednesdays, with some Wednesday openings in 2026, and on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
How long does a luau last?
Germaine's runs about 3 hours. At Kaula, check-in is 5:30 or 6:00 pm and the show ends at 8:00 or 8:30 pm, depending on the month.