Super solid luau at the Ritz Carlton!…read more Staying near Kapalua on our latest visit - I decided to surprise wifey with one of the newer luaus on the island, the Tales of the Kapa Moe! Had to make my reservations a few weeks in advance since the luau is only on Tuesdays and Fridays! Some limited, ah?! Taking place at the Ritz newly renovated Aloha Garden Pavilion, such a sight when you walk in! Welcomed by staff and given a fresh flower lei and a stiff cocktail (or TWO) right away! Now that's what I call the Aloha Spirit...quite literally LOL! -Blue Hawaiian -Kapalua Mai Tai (fave of the night, strong & vibrant!) Before going to your assigned seating in the covered pavilion, you can partake in the Hawaiian cultural activities in the lanai, and get your pictures taken underneath the beautiful garden backdrop! Then when you're ready you get escorted to your table for the luau pre-show! I gotta say - the highlight of the night is the luau dinner, pretty swanky! Before they call you up to the buffet line by table, they bring out the whole roasted pig for showing off as it heads to the display line for service! I noticed though that the pig is not made in an underground imu as is the traditional Hawaiian method - it is cooked in a Caja China, which can also produce succulent meat! The buffet is stacked well, and you can go back as your heart desires! So much to eat: Salads -Hawaiian Chopped Salad -Caesar Salad -Kula Beets with Arugula (for you vegans) -Soba Noodle Salad Entrees -Whole Roasted Pig -Macadamia Nut Crusted Fresh Fish Catch -Westside Huli Huli Chicken -North Shore Oahu Garlic Shrimp Sides -Wok Fired Island Vegetables -Local Molokai Sweet Potatoes -Ginger & Soy Steamed Bok Choy -Garlic Mushroom Fried Rice There's even a Build your own Poke Station with ahi and kimchi tako poke and tons of condiments! AND even a Keiki Menu that includes Fried Chicken Tenders and Mac & Cheese! I know this isn't what folks in ancient Hawaiian times ate, but cheee hooo the food overall is ONO! The Kula Beets with Arugula and Soba Noodle salads were faves! Some crazy flavor combos going there and good starters! Cannot go wrong with a poke bowl with your own fixings as an appetizer as well! The Whole Roasted Pig was nice & moist (especially the belly sections), delicious when served with the mu shu buns, poi, pickled vegetables, and hoisin chili sauce. Like basically an Asian taco! The Macadamia Nut Crusted Fresh Fish was delectable too, delicate fish with their mild Thai coconut curry sauce was very good! The North Shore Oahu Garlic Shrimp was liked as well, so much garlic and lemon butter! And what goes well with protein? Why, a heaping serving of Garlic Mushroom Fried Rice of course! More of a modern meal take on the Hawaiian luau, but I ain't mad! I made sure to eat enough for my ancestors HA! After the buffet dinner, relax, digest and get ready for the show. The Tales of the Kapa Moe! Great local host, makes you get interactive too, work off some of that luau food! The show is a lively depiction of a day in the life of the Hawaiian ancestors, showcasing the different tasks of everyone in the village. Many tales to enlighten your senses: *Koʻi Honua - A story of the creation of the islands *Pele - Goddess of the volcano and its molten lava *Kanehekili - God of thunder bringing forth rain to start growth *Laka - Goddess of the forest and all earthly vegetation *Ka I ka hoe - Audience participation chant lesson *Huakaʻi Hele - Migration of our ancestors from the south pacific *Ka wailele o Honokohau - Acrobat in the form of a waterfall *Ae Kakou - Men dance expressing their love for fish and poi *Lānaʻi - The beauty of Lānaʻi displayed as our women dance in a cloud *Moea awakens - Fire finale representing that the fire of our people its heritage will continue to live and burn strong And while you're enjoying the history, don't forget to grab some desserts: -Mochi Tart (must try!) -Mango Pudding -Mango Cheesecake -Kapalua Bar -Macadamia Chocolate Crunch Cake What an experience of a luau, very nuanced! Especially the fire show at the end, super LIT is an understatement! My only note is that this luau is a bit pricey for the 3 hour dinner & show - about $260 per person for Ohana Seating, and about $316 per person for the Ali'i Premium Seating (right near the front row). But if you're a kama'aina don't despair - let them know and you can get 20% off with valid Hawaii ID! Awesome time for wifey & I at the Tales of the Kapa Moe Luau Show! This was us early celebrating our 15th anniversary! Can't go wrong with this luau at the Ritz! AWWWRIGHT!!

Food and service were great, however, the entertainment for the money was not, and in our opinion…read moreit was overpriced. We are a family of 6 (2 adults and 4 middle/high school aged kids) and the total for our family was $1500. (VIP seating would have been more!) For that money the food AND the show should be amazing and we walked away feeling it was not worth the money. At least hold it outside in a more authentic setting and not in an open air pavilion where it's hard to see the stage and what is happening. The professional photographer with complementary family photos was a nice touch.

Everything about this place was amazing! I especially loved how connected the mistress of…read moreceremonies was to her culture. Her passion for teaching about it was apparent. The food was just enough(maybe a little too much) I loved that a little of everything was served. We paid for the premium and it was definitely worth it for us. And the ambiance was beyond my wildest dreams. So so so beautiful. Recommend it 100%

Food was good, show was fine , seats were good enough. It was billed as an upscale experience…read more Really think it was no different than any other luau. Probably all the same.

Been to a few luau's and this one seemed was the most elevated and authentic experience. You're…read moregreeted with a fresh lei and personally escorted to the bar for the first of as many mai tai's as you'd like. The performances were culturally focused and I left learning a few things about the history of luaus and the influence of Polynesian heritage in Hawaii's formation. Performers were all talented and entertaining, but you won't get a fire-knife guy or an emcee who's cracking jokes. If you're looking for a minstrel show for tourists, this ain't it. The 4 course-menu was tastefully prepared and presented. Our server explained each of the dishes and I got the sense that everything was locally sourced within a few mile radius. The service was outstanding. Before dinner, you'll get the typical roast pig unearthing. And there were a few other stations that were interesting - Hawaiian bowling, hula demonstration, live band, etc. And of course, you're right on the waterfront so you can watch the sun set and have a beautiful view while you sip the aforementioned unlimited mai tai's. This luau has been going strong for 40 years, and I am so glad they survived the Lahaina fires. I felt good about supporting a Lahaina community that takes pride in their heritage and history.

Came here 2 nights before a wedding and it was a vibe! Loved the continuous entertainment,…read morewonderful views and service, and the open bar didn't hurt either! Food-wise, it's communal family-style. We enjoyed the meat, protein, and some vegetables. Everything was good. It felt pretty local which was cool (in that a lot of the performers and servers were truly a part of the community and interested in sharing Hawaiian history through hulu and performance.) Would be back!

Amazing performance done by The Lava Dolls and The Pod Kona presenting a magical and seductive…read moretheme of Alice in Wonderland. Very magical and talented group of humans. Cozy historical venue with plenty of seating for the event. Restrooms and beverages available.

Current Theater ticket information lacking. Lots of other informatio, but none on but what's on at…read morethe theatre-theater. How can one get box office phone numbers, current presentations, etc?? Oh hum, I guess I'll have to drive up to finding meaningful info. Ah, maybe I'll just skip The play and stay home and watch tv. Wow that's a good idea.

Leadership is poor, and dishonest. Community involvement is…read moreclose to non-existent. GLBT+ community has been shut out, and removed from the table of planning. The Board of Directors has lost and forgotten who Richard Smart was.... So sad....

Great venue! We live in Hilo, but on the way home we agreed that it's worth the trip to see a great…read moreshow at a rally nice venue. I don't think there's a bad seat in the house. We went to see the amazing Jimmie Vaughan and by the time we bought tickets there weren't many left, so we ended up all the way to one side. Despite that, the view of the stage was clear and the acoustics were excellent.

To A Here is my go to place to dance when I am home for the summer or holidays. There is always…read moresomething new going on, from cardio days to show practice days. I love coming here, everyone is super friendly and you truly get your workout on and learn some true Tahitian moves. The hours are variable too; You will be sure to find a day or two that you can attend to class or practice. I also recommend them for your shows. They do send girls to competition and are well known around the islands.

OPEN REGISTRATION To'a Here Tahitian Revue…read more 1266 kamehameha ave (Hilo iron works building ) Tamari'i (girls ages 4-7 ) Monday 4:30-5:30pm Thursday 4-5pm Tamahine ( girls ages 8-14) Tuesday 5-6pm Thursday 5-6pm Vahine (teen / woman ages 15 and up ) Monday 6-7:15pm Thursday 6-7:15pm $20 a month + $5 registration fee (one time charge ) Tahitian cardio Wednesday 5:30-6:30pm $5 drop in NON halau Affiliated

Very pricey but a trip isn't complete unless you've consider a luau. I booked it since the luau…read morewas held on the premises of our resort where we stayed. The big draw was the fire show which originated in Samoa. The first three rows are premium seating. We sat in row 2 by the stage. The venue is very small so all seats would have sufficed. There was a woman blocking my view of the stage. So much for premier seating. Although premier seating included a fresh orchid lei and a box of shortbread cookies from Big Island Candies of Hilo. And first in line to the buffet dinner. There's an open bar. I had a red wine which I didn't care for as the wine sat out in the Hawaiian heat. There's spirits, mixed drinks, sodas, and mocktails available. The luau - the Kalua pig is cooked in an imu onsite. You can watch the pig being unearthed at the luau. If you've never seen it done, it's a very authentic experience. There was a live band followed by the hula show. The show represented the Polynesian islands. It concluded with the fire show which was the highlight. Next time we'll sit in the general seating area since it's a small venue located at the Marriott.

I'm torn between a 3 and a 4 but ultimately settled on a 3 as they apparently stopped doing the…read moretraditionally imu cooking last month. My kids were stoked on getting up Wednesday morning to see them prep for that (as it still states they do on their website!) but an employee let us know that management just stopped that. *I* can slow cook pork y'all, I thought I was paying $200 for tradition and cultural experience? The food was mostly average, the bartenders were on cruise control but pours were strong and good, and the performers were a 10/10. Definitely a positive experience and the kids will never forget it, but I won't go again when we come back.

My daughter started her ballet class this past summer. They were very professional in teaching and…read moredealing with toddlers. Ms. Katie handled them so well. I really love her teaching strategies. Thumbs up to MAPA! I enrolled my daughter again this coming fall. I highly recommend them.

From the owner: Enriching individuals, building community and connecting our world through the performing arts…read more Providing professional level theatre and dance performances, and top quality performing arts education to the Maui community.

08.29.2026 @5pm Booked for family of 4. Must not miss a…read moreLuau's while in Hawaii. And we choose this specific day to celebrate my daughter birthday. The arrangement is very organize and great service but I was quite disappointed when the host announced an shout-out name for Birthday celebration during an recess time and so I missed the recording surprise shout-out for my daughter. I mention to my server LANE about this even though she was just a server for this event. But she understand and went far and beyond to help me see if they can make it right to fix the poorly arrangement of the shout-out during a intermission. And, YES LANE was able to have the Event Coordinator to arrange back the shoutout for my daughter, and even brought up a pudding cake with a candle lighten to my daughter. This is my Big Shoutout for LANE, the Event Coordinator and Teams willingly to make this night right. Thank you and greatly appreciate. Ms. LANE earned the extra star to have this review to a 5 Star.

The food was delicious and employees were nice. Nice views of the water and sunset. The show was…read moregreat and the fire dancers at the end topped off the night.