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Ka Moana: Oahu’s East‑Side Luau Where Hands‑On Traditions Meet a Fire‑Knife Finale
An immersive evening in Honolulu that pairs participatory Hawaiian cultural activities and an award‑winning Polynesian production with included admission to Sea Life Park.
Ka Moana: Oahu’s East‑Side Luau Where Hands‑On Traditions Meet a Fire‑Knife Finale.
Ka Moana Luau is Oahu’s only east‑side luau, presenting an award‑winning show that immerses guests in Hawaiian and broader Polynesian traditions. The experience pairs hands‑on cultural stations — lei making, hula and ukulele lessons, temporary tattoos and coconut‑headband weaving — with dinner and a dramatic fire sword performance, and includes admission to Sea Life Park redeemable within seven days.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Hands‑On Hawaiian Traditions
Before the show, attend a suite of interactive cultural stations: lei making, hula lessons, ukulele instruction, temporary tattoos and coconut‑headband weaving—activities designed to teach and involve guests directly in island craft and performance practices.
An Award‑Winning Polynesian Production
Following dinner the luau presents an award‑winning production that traces Hawaiian and Polynesian traditions through music and dance, culminating in a striking Polynesian sword‑of‑fire finale that often draws guests into the performance.
Sea Life Park Admission Included
All luau tickets include complimentary admission to Sea Life Park; that admission can be redeemed within seven days of the luau for an additional island experience.
What the day feels like
What the Evening Feels Like
The evening unfolds like a short cultural circuit: arrive and flow through activity stations that teach simple skills and crafts, settle in for dinner, then watch an energetic, award‑winning production of Hawaiian and Polynesian performance culminating in a fire sword spectacle. The format balances participatory moments with a theatrical showcase, all on Oahu’s east side.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who gets the most from Ka Moana Luau
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The luau runs approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes.
Tickets include admission to Sea Life Park; that admission can be redeemed within seven days of the luau.
The experience is operated by Oahu Things to Do in Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii.
Expect a sequence of cultural activity stations, dinner and an award‑winning Polynesian show that finishes with a fire‑sword performance.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does the Ka Moana Luau last?
The luau lasts approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes.
What cultural activities are included?
Activities include lei making, temporary tattoos, hula lessons, coconut‑headband weaving and ukulele lessons.
Is Sea Life Park admission included with the luau ticket?
Yes. All luau tickets include admission to Sea Life Park; admission may be redeemed within seven days of the luau.
Will there be a performance?
Yes. After dinner guests enjoy an award‑winning Polynesian production that concludes with a Polynesian sword‑of‑fire performance.
Where on Oahu is this luau held?
Ka Moana Luau is presented on Oahu’s east side in Honolulu.
Who operates Ka Moana Luau?
The operator listed for the luau is Oahu Things to Do.