How long is the event?

The program runs approximately three hours, including dinner, presentations, and telescope viewing.

Valet parking is complimentary for up to four hours and included with the ticket price.

The listing does not specify a minimum age—confirm with the booking provider if bringing minors.

Are dietary restrictions accommodated?

Yes—note any dietary needs when booking so the kitchen can plan appropriate substitutions.

What happens if weather interferes?

In case of poor visibility or inclement weather, telescope viewing may be limited; the cultural and dining program will proceed indoors as needed.

Is the event wheelchair accessible?

Accessibility details were not provided in the item summary—contact the booking provider directly for specific accommodations.

Mauka to Moana: Moonlit Dinner, Stories & Stargazing at the Moana Surfrider | History Tour | Food Tour

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Join Mauka to Moana for an oceanfront night of Hawaiian storytelling, telescope-guided moon viewing, and a multicourse family-style dinner on the Moana Surfrider’s Diamond Lawn. This one-night event blends food, history, and astronomy for a memorable Waikiki evening.

3 hours

easy

From $206.70

On a clear March night in Waikiki, Mauka to Moana brings storytellers, stargazers, and a multicourse family dinner to the Moana Surfrider’s Diamond Lawn. Located on the Waikiki shoreline in Honolulu, this one-night event threads Hawaiian lunar tradition with immigrant foodways and hands-on astronomy for a rare oceanfront evening.

Guests arrive to a lawn framed by mature ironwood and the glitter of the Pacific; the program opens with cultural narration by Kainoa Daines, who traces lunar planting calendars and the navigational role of the moon. Local musicians provide a live Hawaiian solo set while Stargazers of Hawaii and telescope guide Nick Bradley set up eyepieces for close views of a Super Full Moon phase—an especially bright moon seen from this stretch of reef and sand. The scene pairs sea-breezes with the smell of kiawe smoke from the kitchen and the communal rhythm of shared plates.

The menu, curated by Executive Sous Chef Felipe Mares, reads like a map of islands and migration: Chinese whole steamed fish and choi sum; Filipino sisig and sinigang rice; Hawaiian kiawe-roasted venison, brown-butter lau lau, and roasted ulu; A5 wagyu and Big Island lobster sukiyaki; and a Portuguese malasada station. Each family-style course is paired with island-forward beverages—Kai vodka spritz, Surfrider ale, Kapahi bourbon—so flavors and stories arrive together at the table.

What makes this event exceptional in Honolulu’s outdoors scene is the rare combination of cultural depth, direct astronomy, and an authentic oceanfront setting. Rather than a typical hotel dinner, Mauka to Moana stages place-based learning: attendees hear migration histories from immigrant communities, learn Hawaiian lunar nomenclature, and look through telescopes at a moon phase noted for its size and brightness. The Diamond Lawn becomes a living classroom where food, folklore, and the night sky meet.

Practical notes: tickets include valet parking and gratuity; the event runs about three hours, and it is suitable for curious adults. It’s a photographer’s dream during moonrise and a social dinner for guests who appreciate slower, communal meals. This is also a meaningful way to support local artisans and interpreters—cultural practitioners are central to the program rather than decorative extras.

Whether you are a visitor staying in Waikiki or a local seeking a distinct seasonal experience, Mauka to Moana offers a concentrated, walkable encounter with Honolulu’s ocean, sky, and layered culinary heritage. Pack a light jacket, arrive with time to watch the surf, and be ready to trade screens for stories under one of the brightest moons you’ll see in Hawaii. Reserve early—tickets are strictly limited—and note dietary needs when booking; the event’s combination of food, oral history, and hands-on astronomy offers travelers a vivid, contextual evening that deepens connection to Honolulu’s ocean and sky and island life.

About Beachhouse at Moana Surfrider

Beachhouse at Moana Surfrider is a dining destination located in Honolulu, Hawaii, offering chef-driven menus and curated wine experiences.

Situated within the Moana Surfrider property, the restaurant provides guests with a coastal dining atmosphere and elevated cuisine. The kitchen team presents seasonal plates and special event menus; one featured offering is the Plump Jack Wine Pairing Dinner, a meticulously arranged five-course menu by Executive Sous Chef Felipe Mares paired with wines selected by Master Sommelier Patrick Okubo from the PlumpJack Collection.

This collaboration showcases precise culinary technique paired to specific wines, designed to highlight varietals and tasting notes. Reservations are recommended for plated tasting menus and wine-paired events. The staff includes experienced culinary and beverage professionals who organize limited-seat dinners and curated wine selections.

Beachhouse at Moana Surfrider works with established wine collections and hospitality standards to deliver a consistent dining format for guests seeking an elevated evening. The venue operates within Honolulu’s hospitality framework and serves both local diners and visitors to the island. For travelers researching wine dinners, chef collaborations, and curated tasting menus in Honolulu, Beachhouse at Moana Surfrider appears as a local option with named culinary leadership and sommelier direction.

Event details, availability, and booking policies are managed by the restaurant; prospective guests should consult the restaurant’s reservation resources for up-to-date information prior to attending the Plump Jack Wine Pairing Dinner. Menu components, specific wine labels, and seating capacity vary by event; guests should verify current menu and wine list with the restaurant directly online.

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