Authentic Hawaiian Luau | Kona Village Resort

Immerse yourself in an authentic cultural journey surrounded by ancient Hawaiian fishponds at the Kona Village Luau. Our luau has been listed as one of the top 10 culinary experiences on the Big Island by 10Best.com!

Each Wednesday and Friday evening, Kona Village Resort celebrates the culture and heritage of our island home. The Big Island of Hawaii's longest-running luau begins with the unveiling of traditionally prepared foods in an imu (Hawaiian earthen oven) and on Friday’s, also the umu (Polynesian earthen oven). A sumptuous buffet showcases heritage foods such as kalua pig, lomi lomi salmon and poi alongside modern favorites including fresh island fish, tasty chicken and tropical fruits. Enjoy a complimentary libation along with your meal. Each ‘Aha‘aina honors old traditions while adopting decidedly upbeat formats.

Pricing Our Hawiian luau is included for guests of the resort, but is also open to the public and welcomes visitors from other hotels and resorts in Kona. For non-resort guests the pricing is as follows: Adults and Children 13 years & older: $98 Children Ages 6-12: $67 Children ages 3-5 years: $40

All rates include show, demonstrations, food, one complimentary beverage and a 15% gratuity is included on the food and beverage portion. Tax not included. Special Group and Kama‘aina prices available on request.

Hula Mana Luau Experience Hawaii’s sacred traditions and history, passed down through the generations, as revealed in hula and chant. Storytelling is expressed in every movement and drumbeat. Hawaii’s unique hula differs from the dances of Polynesia. Hula Kahiko is the ancient form of the art. Hula ‘Auana, or contemporary hula, is set to music with guitar and ukulele, instruments introduced after the arrival of Westerners. Hula Mana reminisces about “Boat Days” of Honolulu, the influence of all of Polynesia in Hawaii and the island’s Paniolo (cowboys).

Savai‘i, Origins of Polynesia Luau On Fridays, Savai‘i guests are treated to a vibrant South Pacific luau experience. Beginning with the unveiling of the Polynesian earthen oven, called an umu, alongside the Hawaiian earthen oven, or imu, the evening crescendos to include the Maori songs of New Zealand and their unique poi ball dance, the Samoan fire knife dance, and the hip-shaking Tahitian tamure.

Regardless of the evening, each aha`aina sparkles with energy and the vivacious talent of the performers in an unparalleled open-air setting.

The Luau and Paniolo schedule is subject to modification or cancellation due to weather or seasonal adjustments. Please check with reservations for specifics related to your planned dates of visit.

Download our printable Luau brochure (PDF).

Nightly Dinner Entertainment at Kona Village Resort

Monday

Hale Samoa Dining Hours: 6:00pm to 9:00pm
Bora Bora Terrace Featuring Grammy-Award Winning Artist - Solo Slac k Key Guitarist John Keawe Hours: 6:00 pm to 9:30 pm

Tuesday