Pricing Guide · Updated November 2026

How Much Does a Maui Luau Cost in 2026?

Last updated: November 2026

Reviewed by Maui Luau Company Editorial Team. Hawaii travel and luau industry reviewers.

Maui luau tickets in 2026 cost between $145 and $360 per adult. Entry-level oceanfront resort shows start around $145. Mid-range Wailea and Kaanapali venues run $175 to $240. Premium seating at the Grand Wailea and top-tier Wailea luaus reaches $285 to $360. Children ages 3 to 12 are typically half the adult rate at every venue.

Maui luau prices compared, every major venue

Prices are 2026 published adult starting rates. Premium and VIP tiers listed separately. Click a venue for full details.

Luau	Region	From	Premium	Length	Book direct
Old Lahaina Luau	Lahaina	$145	$170	3 hours	Official site ↗
Maui Nui Luau at Black Rock	Kaanapali	$165	$220	2 hours	Official site ↗
Sheraton Kaanapali Sunset Luau	Kaanapali	$165	$220	2 hours	See venue
Drums of the Pacific Luau	Kaanapali	$175	$235	2 hours	Official site ↗
Wailele Polynesian Luau	Kaanapali	$175	$225	2 hours 15 minutes	Official site ↗
Honuaula Luau at Marriott Wailea	Wailea	$180	$240	2 hours	Official site ↗
Royal Lahaina Resort (venue)	Kaanapali	$209	$230	5 hours (doors to finale)	General Admission, from $209
Feast at Mokapu (Andaz Maui)	Wailea	$210	$260	2 hours	Official site ↗
Grand Luau at Honuaula (Hilton Grand Wailea affiliate)	Wailea	$210	$285	2 hours 30 minutes	See venue
The Lū'au at Grand Wailea	Wailea	$300	$360	2 hours 45 minutes	Standard Seating, from $300 Alii Premium VIP Seating, from $360

What do bookable Maui luau tickets cost right now?

These are the live adult starting prices on the tickets you can book through this site, sorted low to high.

Ticket	Area	Length	Adult from
Sugar Beach Events, Sugar Beach Sunset Luau	Kihei	2.5 hours	$100
Huaka'i Luau, Huaka'i Luau Maui General Admission	Lahaina	2.5 hours	$203
Myths of Maui Luau at the Royal Lahaina Resort, GENERAL ADMISSION	Lahaina	2.5 hours	$209
Huaka'i Luau, Huaka'i Luau Maui VIP Seating	Lahaina	2.5 hours	$237
The Lū'au at Grand Wailea, Standard Seating	Wailea	2 hours 45 minutes	$300
The Lū'au at Grand Wailea, Aliʻi Premium VIP Seating	Wailea	2 hours 45 minutes	$360

What does a Maui luau cost for a family of four?

Using the bookable range above, two adults and two children ages 3 to 12 at half the adult rate works out to roughly $300 at the lowest listed tier and about $1080 at the highest. Child pricing varies by venue, so confirm the child rate on the ticket page before you check out.

What is included in a Maui luau ticket?

Nearly every Maui luau ticket bundles dinner, standard drinks, live performance, and the imu ceremony. Premium and VIP tiers add welcome cocktails, priority front-row seating, premium spirits, and often a souvenir photo or lei. Taxes are usually included in the published rate; the 24 percent resort service charge that some Wailea properties add is broken out at checkout.

Which Maui luau is the cheapest?

The lowest published adult rate on Maui in 2026 is at the Old Lahaina Luau at $145. On the resort side, the Maui Nui Luau and Sheraton Kaanapali Sunset Luau both start at $165.

Which Maui luau is the most expensive?

The Alii Premium tier at The Lū'au at Grand Wailea is the most expensive published tier at $360 per adult. The Hilton Maui luau is the highest entry-level rate at $210 with premium up to $285.

Are there hidden costs at a Maui luau?

Very few. Watch for a 24 percent Wailea resort service charge at Grand Wailea, valet parking at some Kaanapali properties (typically $10 to $15), and optional premium drinks at open-bar shows. Gratuity is discretionary at almost every venue. See our etiquette and tipping guide for the full breakdown.

How can you save money on a Maui luau?

Travel in September or October for the widest availability at every price tier.
Book the earliest show slot at resort luaus, which is often slightly discounted.
Choose the Standard tier over Premium at Grand Wailea and Hilton, a $60 to $75 per-person saving with the same food and show.
Read the Myths of Maui luau discounts and promo codes guide before searching for coupons.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average cost of a Maui luau in 2026?

The average adult ticket for a Maui luau is between $180 and $220 in 2026. Entry-level shows start around $145 and premium seating at top venues reaches $360.

Why are Maui luaus more expensive than Oahu luaus?

Maui luaus are smaller, more culturally focused, and use farm-to-table Maui-sourced ingredients. Old Lahaina Luau and the Lū'au at Grand Wailea are among the most in-demand luaus in Hawaii, which supports higher pricing.

Are Maui luau prices all-inclusive?

Nearly always. Adult tickets include dinner, standard drinks, taxes, and the show. A few premium tiers add welcome cocktails, premium spirits, and priority seating. Gratuity is optional at almost every venue.