What to Expect

The evening takes place at Maui Nui Golf Club, where guests check in and are welcomed into an open-air setting overlooking the rolling greens, with the West Maui Mountains visible in the distance. As the sun begins to lower, the atmosphere feels unhurried and casual, with seating arranged in a way that keeps every guest within clear view of the stage.

Upon arrival, you’ll be greeted and shown to your table, where drink service begins right away. Tropical cocktails, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic options are available throughout the evening. Shortly after being seated, guests are invited to the buffet, which moves efficiently and typically begins soon after check-in. The spread features local favorites like kalua pork, teriyaki chicken, and sesame ginger mahi mahi, along with traditional sides such as lomi lomi salmon, poi, mac salad, and Molokai sweet potatoes.

As dinner winds down, live Hawaiian music sets the tone for the evening’s performances. The show unfolds as a cultural journey through Polynesia, with dancers and musicians bringing to life stories from Hawaii, Tahiti, New Zealand, and beyond. Because of the smaller venue size, guests are close enough to see facial expressions, detailed costumes, and the nuances of each performance, something often lost in larger luaus.

The emcee guides the evening with context and storytelling, adding meaning to each segment while keeping the tone light and engaging. As the sky darkens, the energy builds toward the final act, a Samoan fire knife performance that brings the night to a dramatic close.

Throughout the evening, there are optional opportunities to purchase professional photos or additional leis, but the overall pace remains relaxed. The experience concludes shortly after the fire show, leaving guests with a full evening of food, entertainment, and a more personal take on a classic Hawaiian tradition.

Included

• All-you-can-eat Hawaiian buffet dinner
• Open bar (tropical cocktails, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages)
• Live Hawaiian music and drumming
• Polynesian cultural show (Hawaii, Tahiti, New Zealand, Fiji)
• Samoan fire knife finale
• Standard or VIP seating options

Luau Dinner Menu

• Hawaiian Kalua Pork
• Teriyaki Chicken
• Sesame Ginger Mahi Mahi
• Lomi Lomi Salmon
• Poi, Molokai Sweet Potato, White Rice, Macaroni Salad
• Green Salad with Pineapple Vinaigrette
• Mixed Vegetables
• Hummus with Fresh Vegetable Crudités
• Hawaiian Sweet Rolls with Honey Butter
• Fresh Pineapple Cubes
• White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies
• Assorted Cakes, Pies, and/or Cheesecake
• Tropical Cocktails, Well Drinks, Beer, Red & White House Wine
• Sodas, Juice, Coffee & Iced Tea

Requirements / Notes

• Casual resort wear recommended
• Outdoor venue at a golf course (not beachfront)
• Bring cash for optional purchases (photos, upgraded leis, gratuities)
• VIP upgrade includes priority seating and kukui nut lei
• Gluten-free requests can be accommodated with advance notice