For luau on Oahu for families, Celebrity Seating has a minimum age of 4 years, and Classic Seating a minimum age of 4 years.
Mauka Warriors Luau has 4.9 stars from 5,533 Google reviews. The Koa Classic Package: Show Only from Mauka Warriors Luau starts at $83.74 per person.
Who does it suit, and who should skip it?
Ka Moana Luau's Celebrity Seating, Classic Seating, Splash Premium and Splash Seating packages each set a minimum age of 4 years.
Mauka Warriors' Ali'i and Koa packages run 4 hours each. That length suits families who want a longer evening. A young child who tires early may do better with a shorter show. The Ka Moana Splash packages run 135 minutes.
The Kaula Kai sail runs 3 hours and includes a premium open bar. If you do not need the open bar, look at the show-only seating options.
How to choose
Your hotel area narrows the choice. Waikiki visitors have the Queens Waikiki Luau at the International Market Place, and Paina Waikiki's luau at the Waikiki Beach Marriott on Kalakaua Avenue. Ka Moana Luau meets at the Aloha Tower Marketplace.
Next, compare your children's ages with the minimums above. Then decide how much dinner matters. If the evening should feel more special, compare the premium seating options.
Prices and what is included
Paina Waikiki's show-only seating starts at $135 per person. A higher price buys better placement or extras. The Mōʻī Royal front section includes a priority entrance lane and complimentary parking on-site. Paina Waikiki's VIP seating includes a seat closest to the stage. The Kaula Kai sail starts at $299.95 per person and includes a sunset sail on a 65-foot catamaran.
What should you expect: how long it lasts and where it starts?
Mauka Warriors' Ali'i package has check-in at 4:45 PM, and the grounds open at 5 PM. Plan to arrive by check-in time. The Queens Waikiki Luau has check-in at 4:30 PM and an opening ceremony at 5 PM.
Paina Waikiki's general seating departs at 5:30 PM and runs 2.5 hours.
What are the tours to book?
- Queens Waikiki Luau, back section: from $109 per person, with a farm-to-table dinner feast.
- Queens Waikiki Luau, middle section: from $129 per person.
- Mauka Warriors Luau, Koa Classic Package, rear seating section: from $132.61 per person, 4 hours, with an all-you-can-eat feast.
- Mauka Warriors Luau, Ali'i Premium Package, middle seating section: from $161.23 per person, 4 hours.
- Ka Moana Luau, Classic Seating: from $159 per person, 135 minutes, with a buffet dinner.
- Ka Moana Luau, Splash Seating: from $179 per person, with a buffet dinner.
- Paina Waikiki, General Seating: from $180 per person, 2.5 hours.
- Hawaii Nautical, Kaula Kai: Ko Olina Sunset Sail and Kaula Luau Experience: from $299.95 per person, 3 hours.
How do booking, cancellation, weather and parking work?
Ka Moana's Celebrity and Classic seating offer a full refund for cancellations at least 48 hours before the luau. Queens Waikiki Luau allows cancellation up to 72 hours before its 5 PM start for a full refund. Mauka Warriors' middle seating section requires cancellation at least 24 hours ahead.
Parking is complimentary on-site with the Ali'i middle section and the Mōʻī front section.
The Kaula Kai sail is run by Hawaii Nautical - Oahu.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a luau on Oahu for families cost?
Packages start at $83.74 per person for Mauka Warriors' Koa Classic show-only seating, and the Kaula Kai sail starts at $299.95 per person.
How long does a luau on Oahu for families take?
Ka Moana's Classic seating runs 135 minutes.
What is included with a luau on Oahu for families?
Ka Moana's Classic seating includes a shell lei greeting, one drink ticket and a buffet dinner. The Queens Waikiki Luau back section includes a farm-to-table dinner feast and a 45-minute show.
Ratings last checked October 2026.
