Location: Lihue
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The 5 Best Concerts & Shows in Lihue, Hawaii (HI)
Lihue, Kauai's capital city, is also served by the island's only airport, making it the most popular port of entry to Kauai and a hub of industry on this small island. However, Lihue retains its island charm and emerald beauty despite its urbanization. Spend the day sunbathing and dipping into the temperate waters at Kalapaki Beach before enjoying a luau at Kilohana Plantation. Step out of town to witness breathtaking Wailua Falls cascading over tiered stone to a drop of 80 feet.
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1. Kauai Community Players
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
Community theater presenting high quality productions. Season of four plays from January through May. Check website for info and tickets.
2. Smith Family Garden Luau
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,741 reviews
Reviewed By askinstr - Virginia Beach, United States
Truly a wonderful experience that combines beautiful gardens (including many peacocks and "Hawaiian chickens", an interesting imu ceremony, delicious food accompanied by lovely music, followed by a fascinating sound/light/music show. Great experience for couples and families. Open at 5 PM, visitors can take a tram or walk through the gardens prior to the informative and delightful imu ceremony. The food/drinks were great and unlimited. Smith Family musicians provided music during the dinner. The hourlong show started at 8 PM and combined a fascinating combination of delightful experiences. Throughout, one feels welcomed and valued for attending. One of the highlights of our 2+ week trip to the Hawaiian Islands.
3. Luau Kalamaku
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,129 reviews
Polynesian Adventure is the paramount tour and transportation services provider in Hawaii. Our ‘ohana spreads aloha by connecting their guests to Hawaii’s people, culture and ‘aina (land) through the best charter and tour experiences. Polynesian Adventure’s experienced charter department caters to groups of all sizes and specializes in custom experiences. Charter services include airport transfers, baggage services, greeting services and regularly scheduled sightseeing tours. In addition, Polynesian Adventure operates popular shore excursions for nearly all major cruise lines calling on all Hawaiian Islands. Luau Kalamaku, a truly authentic Hawaiian experience on Kauai, operates under Polynesian Adventure’s management. The theatrical luau held on Tuesday and Friday evenings at historic Kilohana Plantation features a captivating performance, fire poi ball and traditional fire knife dancing, a delicious buffet of local favorites and so much more!
Reviewed By Companion649478
I have been to a few luau's. This one at Koloa Plantation was tops. It had a classy, stylish feel. The view to the stage was great anywhere in the room - unlike many luaus. The food was excellent. I would have liked more veggies, as my vegetarian niece was a bit pressed to have a tasty meal, but the meats were excellent. Since the show is the other half of why one attends - I must say it was wonderful. Presented a bit more like a play or stage production, the story line was interesting, the costumes and lighting wonderful and the fire dancing (fire poi) was over the top. The fire portion which was about 10 minutes, really made the show stand out. The hula was more limited and less authentic overall, but it was a great show!
4. Hawaii Alive Luau Show & Dinner
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 215 reviews
The Hawaii Alive Luau Show is an outstanding show that brings you a unique and authentic Polynesian cultural experience through live traditional chants, music, drumming and dancing from the islands of Hawaii, Tahiti and Samoa. The show is located within the Marriott's enchanting tropical gardens and includes live music, an interactive host, traditional and modern hula, ancient chants, a chance to learn the hula yourself, Tahitian dancing, and the thrilling Samoan fire knife. We also offer optional private dining prior to the show, which you can enjoy an All You Can Eat Hawaiian Buffet(includes one alcohol beverage), with just your family or guests in the open air at the Kaua'i Marriott's Kukui's poolside/oceanfront restaurant.
Reviewed By P5732XTsarahs
This was our first luau and I knew it wasn't the traditional sit on the beach and watch a show affair. This was spectacular! The Marriott courtyard was a beautiful venue. The quality of the performances was outstanding. I was amazed at the talent and storytelling that accompanied every segment. You could tell the dancers were performing because they are proud of their heritage and wanted to share it with the audience. I would absolutely recommend!
