Luau Maka'iwa - Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
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Held at the Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort in Kapa'a, Luau Maka'iwa is a fascinating musical, cultural and culinary journey of Hawaii and greater Polynesia.
Enjoy a cocktail upon arrival and witness the impressive torch lighting ceremony that signals the beginning of the evening's festivities. Listen to stories of ancient Hawaiian legends told through song and dance about the Polynesian islands' connection with the ocean. Performed under the direction of one of Hawaii's best hula masters – Leilani Rivera Low – Luau Maka'iwa presents mesmerizing hula kahiko dances.
Another highlight of the evening is the lavish all-you-care-to-eat luau buffet dinner featuring a wide variety of delicacies, as well as Mai Tai and other tropical cocktails, wine and beer (open bar available until show starts).
Luau Maka'iwa Highlights:
- Scenic oceanfront luau grounds on Kauai's east shore
- Cocktail reception
- Island arts & crafts and cultural presentations
- Option to buy an authentic, hand-crafted souvenir
- Torch lighting ceremony
- Tasty luau buffet dinner with a wide variety of island-style delicacies
- Exciting Polynesian revue with award-winning hula, as well as Tahitian, Maori, Tongan and Samoan dances
Standard Seating Inclusions:
- Buffet dinner & luau show
- Seating behind the VIP section
- Seating is pre-assigned
VIP Seating Inclusions:
- Buffet dinner & luau show
- Seating closer to the stage at round tables (tables seat 8 guests)
- Ladies receive a flower for their hair and gentlemen receive a ti leaf lei
- Seating is pre-assigned
Luau Menu:
Hot Items:
- Green Coconut Curry Mahi Mahi (Fresh Island Fish) *gf, df, pf, sff
- Kalua Pork *gf, df, pf, sff
- Huli Huli Chicken *df, pf, sff
- Kauai Vegetable Chow Mein *df, pf, sff
- Stir Fried Vegetable *df, pf, sff
- Kaffir Lime Scented Calrose Rice *gf, df, pf, sff
- Island Sweet Potato Hash *gf, df, pf, sff
Cold Items:
- Lomi Lomi Salmon *gf, df, pf, sff
- Potato Mac Salad *pf, sff
- Salad Bar
- Poi *gf, df, pf, sff
- Rolls *pf, sff
Dessert:
- Papaya Mango Rice Pudding *pf, sff
- Pineapple Upside Down Cake *pf, sff
- Coconut Haupia *pf, sff
- Coffee & Tea Station
Open Bar: open from 5:30pm to 7:00pm (approximately)
- Beer
- Wine
- Mai Tais
- Soft Drinks
*Gluten Free =gf, Dairy Free=df, Peanut Free=pf, Shellfish Free=sff
Welcome to Luau Makaiwa
Aerial of Luau Grounds
Oceanfront Luau
Luau Buffet
Hula Dancer
Award-Winning Hula
- Where and When:
- Check-in at 5:15 pm at the Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort (formerly Courtyard Kauai at Coconut Beach), 650 Aleka Loop, Kapaa, HI 96746. The luau grounds are located at the north side of the resort. View Map
Directions:
From Princeville, head south on Highway 56. In Kapaa, go past McDonalds and turn left on Aleka Loop (Longs Drugs). Make the first left into Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort and follow signs to Luau parking.
From Poipu, head north on Highway 50 past Lihue to Highway 56 north. Cross over the Wailua River and go past Coconut Marketplace. Turn right on Aleka Loop at Longs Drugs. Make a left turn into Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort and follow signs to Luau parking.
Luau ends around 8:30 pm.
- Operation Days:
- Thursday and Sunday
- Duration:
- 3 hours
- Vendor:
- Restrictions:
- There are no specific restrictions for this activity.
Please contact us if anyone in your party has special needs.
- Special Notes: