Auli'i Luau - Sheraton Kauai Resort
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Held at the Sheraton Kauai Resort on Poipu Beach, Auli'i Luau invites you to connect with the island's rich history and culture. Experience a musical, cultural and culinary journey through Hawaii and Polynesia. Enjoy stirring performances telling the story of the fire goddess Pele and her lover Lohiau, as well as a tribute to the paniolo, the Hawaiian cowboys and much more.
Complimenting the musical journey are Auli'i Luau's culinary treats of island cuisine, including a variety of pupus (appetizers), salads, entrées and desserts. This is a truly memorable Kauai luau that's just too good to be missed!
Auli'i Luau Highlights:
- Scenic oceanfront luau grounds (weather permitting) – back-up location is the Kauai Ballroom
- Enjoy a traditional Hawaiian luau that is locally owned and operated
- Experience a special evening celebrating island culture
- Sample the succulent delicacies of paradise – delicious luau buffet dinner
- Enjoy songs and dances of Hawaii and Polynesia performed by the award-winning dancers of Urahutia Productions
Aloha Standard Seating:
- Open and shared seating on banquet tables
- Shell lei greeting
- Welcome cocktail & open bar
- Appetizers, dinner buffet and Polynesian entertainment
Ali'i Premier Seating:
- Reserved tables within first 3 rows fronting the stage (if you are traveling with another party booked separately please let us know at the time of booking)
- Shared seating on round tables that sit 8-10 guests
- Exclusive premier check-in line (far right side)
- Specialty lei (seasonal-flower, shell, kukui nut)
- Welcome cocktail & open bar
- Appetizers (table side, family style), first to dinner buffet, Polynesian entertainment
Luau Menu:
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Pupus (Appetizers):
- Hawaiian Chili Pepper Pipi Kaula
- Sliced Pineapple
- Hawaiian Potato Chips
- Sesame Garlic Edamame
- Roasted Purple Potatoes
Ali'i Seating Premier Pupus (Appetizers):
- Taro Chips
- Banana Bread
- Sliced Pineapple
- Hawaiian Chili Pepper Beef Pipi Kaula Salad
Kauai's Garden:
- Kilauea Island Greens - Greens, Cucumber, Cherry Tomatoes, Red Onions with Papaya Seed, Balsamic & Ranch Dressing
- Vegetable Crudite - Carrots, Broccoli, Cauliflower, Mini Peppers and Maui Onion Dip
- Cucumber Salad - Chopped Dill, Red Onions, Yogurt Lime Dressing
- Local Style Potato Macaroni Salad - Russet Potatoes, Elbow Macaroni, Carrots, Scallions, Chopped Egg, Mayo
- Ahi Ogo Poke - Sweet Onions, Green Onions, Ogo, Hawaiian Salt
- Ginger Tofu Poke - Sweet Onions, Cucumber, Green Onions, Sesame Shoyu Dressing
- Lomi Lomi Salad - Salted Salmon, Onions, Tomatoes, Green Onions
- Hanalei Poi
Traditional Entrées:
- Kalua Pork with Cabbage
- Huli Huli Moa (Rotisserie Chicken) - Local Style Marinated & Grilled Bone-less Chicken
- Kauai's Fresh I'a (Fish) with Sundried Tomato Caper Butter
- Grilled Marinated I'o (Beef) - Ginger Shoyu Grilled Sirloin
- Island Vegetable Chow Mein Noodles - Napa Cabbage, Bell Peppers, Carrots, Onions, Broccoli
- Steamed Sticky Rice
- Taro Rolls
Island Sweets:
- Mango Cake - Moist Yellow Cake with Fresh Island Mangoes
- Pineapple Upside Down Cake - Moist Butter Cake Topped with Caramelized Pineapples
- Haupia - Traditional Hawaiian Dessert Made with Coconut
- Chocolate Cake
- Sliced Pineapples
Beverages:
- Mai Tai
- Blue Hawaii
- Beer
- Wine
- Soft Drinks
- Fruit Punch
- Coffee
- Tea

Auli'i Luau

Poipu Beach Luau
- Where and When:
- Check in at 5:30 pm.
The luau is held at the Sheraton Kauai Resort's beach lawn.
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Self-parking is available at the coastal lot on Kapili Road (look for the EVENT PARKING sign) at no additional cost.
- Operation Days:
- Mondays & Thursdays
- Duration:
- Approximately 2.5 hours
- Vendor:
- Restrictions:
- There are no specific restrictions for this activity.
Please contact us if anyone in your party has special needs.
- Special Notes:
- Infant seating (child 3 and under) do not get their own seat and must sit in an adult's lap. A plate is available at the request of the parents. In order to get their own seat, you must book child (4-12) pricing.
If inclement weather is forecasted, the luau will still take place, but the location will change to either the Garden Pavilion or the Poipu Ballroom.
The luau is held on a flat grassy turf with concrete sidewalks around the perimeter.