- Adult Maui luau tickets typically run $150–$250 before tax.
- Huakaʻi Lūʻau: GA $180 + tax, VIP $210 + tax; children 6–12 $72 / $84; infants 0–5 free.
- Open bar and parking are included here — worth roughly $80–$130 per couple against a cash-bar, paid-parking venue.
- Hawaii GET applies on top of listed prices; the total appears at checkout.
- A family of four (2 adults + 2 children 6–12) is $504 + tax on General Admission.
- Cheapest is rarely cheapest — compare after adding drinks and parking.
Quick Answer
Maui luau tickets generally cost $150 to $250 per adult before tax. At Huakaʻi Lūʻau, General Admission is $180 plus tax and VIP is $210 plus tax for adults 13 and over; children 6–12 are $72 and $84 plus tax, and infants 0–5 are free. The open bar and parking are included, which is typically worth $80–$130 per couple compared with a venue that charges for both.
The full price list
| Ticket | Adult (13+) | Child (6–12) | Infant (0–5) |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Admission | $180 + tax | $72 + tax | Free |
| VIP | $210 + tax | $84 + tax | Free |
Hawaii's General Excise Tax is applied on top of these figures and the total is shown at checkout.
What is included — and what usually is not, elsewhere
| Cost | At Huakaʻi Lūʻau | Common elsewhere |
|---|---|---|
| Show and seating | Included | Included |
| Full buffet dinner | Included | Included |
| Island dessert | Included | Included |
| Alcoholic drinks | Open bar included | Often a cash bar |
| Parking | Free | Frequently $20–$35 at resort venues |
| Tax | Added at checkout | Added at checkout |
Do the arithmetic before you compare. Two adults at a cash bar can spend $60–$100 across an evening, and resort parking adds $20–$35. A $145 ticket at a venue charging for both lands very close to $180 all-in — for one fewer thing to think about.
What a family actually pays
Worked examples on General Admission, before tax:
| Group | Maths | Total (before tax) |
|---|---|---|
| Couple | 2 × $180 | $360 |
| Family of 4 (2 adults, 2 children 6–12) | 2 × $180 + 2 × $72 | $504 |
| Family of 4 with an infant | 2 × $180 + 2 × $72 + $0 | $504 |
| Group of 6 adults | 6 × $180 | $1080 |
Is the VIP upgrade worth $30?
VIP buys best available seating, first entry and first access to the buffet. It does not buy a different show, a different menu or a different bar. It is worth it if sightlines matter to you or you are a group of five or more who want to sit together; otherwise arrive at doors and take General Admission.
How to pay less without downgrading the night
- Bring the right age brackets. Infants 0–5 are free and children 6–12 are 40% of adult — many families over-count.
- Count the bar honestly. If your group drinks at all, an included open bar usually wins outright.
- Skip the upgrade and arrive early. Seating is first-come within each tier, so punctuality substitutes for $30 a head.
- Book early rather than late. Weekly shows sell out in peak season, and scrambling rarely produces a discount.
Related reading
The full ticket guide covers tiers and booking windows, the choosing checklist covers everything that is not price, and the menu page lists exactly what the buffet includes.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a luau in Maui in 2026?
Adult tickets generally run $150 to $250 before tax. At Huakaʻi Lūʻau in Kāʻanapali, General Admission is $180 plus tax and VIP is $210 plus tax for adults 13 and over. Children 6 to 12 are $72 and $84 plus tax respectively, and infants 0 to 5 are free. The open bar and parking are included in both tiers.
Why are some Maui luaus so much cheaper than others?
Usually because less is included. The two biggest variables are whether the ticket covers an open bar and whether parking is free. Two adults at a cash bar can spend $60 to $100 across an evening and resort parking commonly adds $20 to $35, so a ticket that looks $35 cheaper can end up costing more. Live music versus a recorded backing track is the other common difference.
Do children pay full price at a Maui luau?
Not at Huakaʻi Lūʻau. Children aged 6 to 12 pay $72 plus tax on General Admission or $84 plus tax on VIP — 40 percent of the adult rate — and infants aged 0 to 5 are admitted free and do not need a ticket.
Is tax included in Maui luau ticket prices?
No. Prices are listed before tax, and Hawaii's General Excise Tax is applied on top. The full total including tax is shown at checkout before you confirm the booking.
What is the difference between General Admission and VIP at Huakaʻi Lūʻau?
VIP costs $30 more per adult and gets you the best available seating, first entry to the luau, and first access to the buffet. Both tiers include the ocean-view show with a live band, the full buffet, island dessert, open bar, free parking and ADA-accessible seating. Seating within each tier is first-come, first-served.
What day of the week is Huakaʻi Lūʻau?
Huakaʻi Lūʻau performs weekly on Tuesdays at the Luau Lawn at Hilton Grand Vacations Kāʻanapali Beach Club. Because it is a weekly rather than nightly show, a one-week stay on Maui usually overlaps with only one or two performance dates, so it is worth checking the calendar against your travel dates as early as possible.
See Live Availability and Pricing
Huakaʻi Lūʻau · The Luau Lawn at Hilton Grand Vacations Kāʻanapali Beach Club
104 Kāʻanapali Shores Place · Lāhainā, HI 96761
Performing weekly on Tuesdays
Pricing, showtimes and menu items are current as of August 2026 and are subject to change; taxes are additional at checkout and menu offerings may vary with seasonal availability and operational requirements. Price ranges quoted for other Maui luaus are general market guidance rather than quotes — confirm current pricing directly with each operator. Seating within each ticket tier is first-come, first-served.