What time should I arrive?

Check-in opens well before the show—plan to arrive at your scheduled seating time to enjoy cultural activities and the full buffet.

Is transportation available from Waikīkī?

Yes—roundtrip transportation from Waikīkī-area hotels is available as an optional add-on for $30 per person; select it when booking.

Do I need ID to check in?

Yes—bring a valid photo ID that matches the primary contact name on the reservation; a booking confirmation or QR code speeds check-in.

Are there accessibility services?

Yes—Kaula offers accessible seating, ADA-compliant shuttles with 72 hours’ notice, and ASL interpretation with one week advance notice; contact reservations to arrange.

Can I take photos during the performance?

Photography is encouraged during pre-show activities and many performance moments, but follow any onstage or performer-specific guidance from staff.

Are there dietary accommodations?

The luau features traditional Hawaiian and Polynesian dishes; contact reservations ahead of time for vegetarian, vegan, or allergy accommodations.

Kaula Luau at Ocean's Edge: Ko Olina Fire-Knife Luau & Polynesian Feast

On Oʻahu’s leeward coast, Kaula Luau: Ocean's Edge at Ko Olina stages a nightly celebration that folds music, dance, and food into one of the island’s most accessible cultural evenings. Set at Ocean’s Edge in Ko Olina, Kapolei, Hawaii, the experience centers on a beachfront amphitheater and lūʻau lawn where sunset often competes with the show. The evening begins with hands-on cultural activities—lei-making, imu demonstrations, and hula workshops—spread between the amphitheater and lawn. Guests move from buffet stations to VIP food stations to a central seating area; the schedule blends social mingling and focused performance, so arrive early to catch the demonstrations and the full spread of traditional Hawaiian and Polynesian cuisine. Between Tahitian drum beats and Samoan acrobatics, you’ll see classical hula, storytelling through movement, and a crowd-stopping fire-knife dance that combines skill, choreography, and island ritual. What makes Kaula Lūʻau distinct in this coastal setting is the way the show stages Polynesian dance against sweeping Pacific views. The location—Ocean’s Edge—places you near coastal lava rock outcrops and palm-lined beachfront that frame the golden light as the main show builds. Performers wear customary kapa and woven garments; musicians play ipu, pahu drums and ukulele, giving the evening an authentic sonic backbone rather than a tourist veneer. Interactive competitions invite visitors onstage for simple cultural games, turning spectators into participants and giving families a memorable shared moment. Practical details: the event runs roughly three hours with seasonally adjusted start times; check-in begins well before the main show. Transportation from Waikīkī-area hotels is offered as an optional add-on. The production team provides accessible seating, ASL services with advance notice, and ADA-compliant shuttles when requested—helpful for travelers planning around mobility needs. Cultural context matters here: a lūʻau is not a theme park performance but a communal meal and ceremony with roots in Hawaiian social life; Kaula respects that lineage by foregrounding story, dance, and food. For photographers, the pre-show light over the water creates dramatic silhouettes; for families, the hands-on activities and clear staging keep everything friendly and safe. If you want a single evening that introduces Polynesian island arts, food and music with a real sense of place—Ocean’s Edge at Ko Olina delivers a warm, well-produced night that leaves you humming the drums on the drive back to Kapolei. Booking is straightforward; present a booking confirmation or QR code at check-in and bring a valid photo ID if your reservation name differs. Transportation from Waikīkī is available for $30 per person—select it when reserving. Dress in lightweight evening layers and reef-safe sunscreen; flip-flops are fine; wear shoes for rocky shorelines. Expect an easy, family-friendly pace, and tip performers and servers as appreciation for a night built around hospitality and cultural exchange.

About Hawaii Special Projects

Hawaii Special Projects is a Honolulu-based tour operator offering a curated selection of guided experiences across Oahu. The company organizes food tours, private sightseeing trips in multiple vehicle sizes, surf lessons, snorkeling excursions, and wellness-focused adventures. Signature offerings include the "Taste of Waikiki" Foodie Walking Tour led by Chef Dee, a Small Group Private Tour in a convertible Ford Bronco for 1–4 people, Medium and Big Group Private Tours with comfortable vehicles and customizable itineraries, and a Late-Start, Half-Day North Shore Highlights Tour that includes turtle snorkeling and limits seats to 14. Other experiences feature Uncle Charlie's Waikiki Surf Lessons taught from the Duke Kahanamoku statue, and the Miracle Morning Adventure, a 6-hour health and wellness day with dolphin watching, fresh juice, jungle drives, ancient ruins, tidepool hikes, fruit picking, cliff views, and breakfast.

Hawaii Special Projects emphasizes small-group personalization and local knowledge, pairing passionate guides with routes that highlight Waikiki, the North Shore, and scenic coastal and mountain contrasts. Private tours are offered in vehicle sizes ranging from a convertible Ford Bronco to a 24-passenger bus for larger groups. Customizable itineraries allow for tailored dining options and exclusive access to lesser-known spots. Tours vary in length from half-day experiences to six-hour outings.

Based in Honolulu, Hawaii Special Projects provides third-party guided experiences focused on cultural context, outdoor activity, and flexible group sizes, relying on local guides and curated routes to deliver memorable days on Oahu. Tours include food, snorkeling, surf lessons, wellness adventures, and private customized sightseeing and culture.