Luau Kalamaku
Luau Kalamaku
Duration: 3.5 hours
3.5 hours
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start of your experience
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start of your experience
Authentic Hawaiian with regional influences & modern adaptations
Authentic Hawaiian with regional influences & modern adaptations
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Experience a Hawaiian evening with a buffet luau feast, open bar, cultural show, and artisan craft fair all in one immersive package.
Savor imu-roasted dishes at the buffet and sip unlimited drinks while soaking in the festive atmosphere and traditional island music.
Watch graceful hula dancers, fire poi twirlers, and a fire knife show in an award-winning performance of Polynesian storytelling.
The live show recounts the tale of the migration of the people of Kauai from Tahiti to Hawaii, and is told through dance, fire, and music using a state-of-the-art media system, performed theatrically, that ends with Kalamaku carrying a torch of the future.
Browse handmade crafts by local artisans at the pre-show fair—perfect for unique souvenirs and a glimpse into island craftsmanship.
Get up close to the stage or enjoy elevated seating with an upgrade on your ticket.
Buffet-style luau feast ([Menu](https://cdn-imgix.headout.com/media/pdfs/37d069dde8ee81bdd08cf30dd853ba55-Luau_Kalamaku_Menu.pdf))
Award-winning Kalamaku show (preferred seating options available on selection)
Flower lei
Open bar
Hula dance performance
Fire poi balls, traditional fire knife dancing
Craft fair featuring local artisans
Live music
Access to the shops, restaurants, and attractions at Kilohana Plantation (admission & additional charges not included)
Gratuities
Open-air dining area set for a Hawaiian buffet luau feast with tropical garden views.
Additional information
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Your ticket does not include the journey on the Kauai Plantation Railway from the craft fair.
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The experience starts at 5pm with the craft fair and ends by 8:30pm, with ceremonies & performances starting from 6:15pm.
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Know your leis:
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What is a lei? A garland or wreath worn around your neck, as a symbol of love, honor, respect, celebration, and friendship in Hawaiian culture.
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Flower lei: Made with seasonal flowers & leaves, these leis symbolize the Aloha spirit and are presented as a welcome gesture and are a sign of celebration, affection, and friendship.
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Imu & Imu ceremony: Imus are large underground ovens used in cooking, typically in luaus or other festive celebrations. The imu is prepared by digging a pit, heating rocks inside it, layering it with vegetation and the food, and finally covering it for an extended period of time till the food is steamed & roasted. The Imu ceremony is the process of uncovering the lid, taking the prepared food out, and preparing it for the luau, to showcase the art of this ancient cooking method in practice.
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Hula: An ancient Hawaiian dance form and form of storytelling, often with instruments. The chants narrate the story of Hawaiian history, nature, traditions, & mythology. Modern interpretations include singing and ukulele.
Luau Kalamaku buffet with imu roasted dishes and colorful salads.
Fire dancers performing at Luau Kalamaku cultural show in Hawaii.
Open-air dining area set for a Hawaiian buffet luau feast with tropical garden views.
Luau Kalamaku buffet with imu roasted dishes and colorful salads.
Fire dancers performing at Luau Kalamaku cultural show in Hawaii.
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