What Is A Luau? At its core, a lūʻau is a celebration- born from a traditional Hawaiian meal held to mark a significant life event or achievement. However, unlike luaus today, these gatherings were once segregated by class and gender. That changed in 1819 when King...
Polynesian Fire Dancing HISTORY • STYLES • ORIGINS All About Polynesian Fire Dancing Polynesian fire dancing is one of the most thrilling parts of a luau: The lights go down. The drums begin to intensify. Suddenly, the stage erupts in fire as performers dance wildly...
THE ART OF LEI MAKING MATERIALS • STYLES • ETIQUETTE Step foot in Hawaii and chances are you’ll be taken by the sight of or receipt of a lei. Whether comprised of flowers, feathers, shells, or leaves, the glorious garlands are often synonymous with the islands. But...
Hawaiian Luau Food FROM SWEET BREAD TO KALUA PIG The heart-pounding music, the mesmerizing dances, and the fragrant leis—luaus offer heaps of enchantment. But amidst all the beauty the best ones offer—from Hawaiian chanting to Samoan fire dancing—one can forget the...
Host a Luau Party DECORATIONS • FOOD • DRINKS Aloha, partiers! Looking to host your next tropical Hawaiian luau theme party? Whether you’re currently sipping cocktails in island paradise or battling blizzards on the other side of the globe, we think hosting a...
LUAU HISTORY ORIGINS • TRADITIONS• CELEBRATION While modern Hawaiian luaus are held daily throughout the islands as a way to bring both visitors and residents together in a celebratory feast under the stars, featuring common entertainment like live music, hula...
