FAQ

Our hula show tickets start at $100 per person (plus tax). Kids ages 3 and under get FREE admission.

Beginning at 5:00 PM, enjoy 30-45 minutes of traditional Hawaiian music during our pre-show. The pre-show includes traditional Hawaiian music performed by live musicians and accompanied by a solo dancer. After a short intermission, come journey with us through the Pacific starting in the beautiful islands of Hawai’i.

Enjoy classic Hawaiian favorites through mele, oli, and traditional hula as we honor and learn about Hawai'i's cultural stories. We’ll then take you to Aotearoa (New Zealand), where you’ll learn about the haka and storytelling through song and dance from our Māori brothers and sisters. On to Tahiti, experience the dynamic energy and learn how movement and rhythm convey ancestral stories. The final stop on this journey brings us to Samoa, where the dazzling fire knife dance honors courage, tradition, and the role of fire in Samoan ceremonies. We’ll then end the evening with 10-15 minutes of live traditional Hawaiian music.

Our hula show is more than entertainment—it’s an immersive, cultural journey designed to educate and inspire. Through authentic storytelling and powerful performances, we share the history, meaning, and traditions behind each dance and chant, offering a deeper understanding and education of hula and the interconnected cultures of Polynesia. Our hula show is a celebration of Hawai'i's rich cultural heritage, and we hope it will leave you with a new wealth of knowledge and feeling inspired, uplifted, and full of aloha.

No food is included at our evening Hula Show. Exclusive menu options can be added to evening show tickets for an addition fee. Check out Kitoko's dinner menu for more details here.

South Maui Gardens also has 10+ diverse food trucks to choose from at Kihei Food Oasis. If you decide to purchase food from our onsite food trucks, you're more than welcome to bring into the Hula Show. Check out our onsite food options here. Outside food is not permitted—mahalo for understanding!

Our Hula Show is designed to go beyond entertainment by weaving cultural education into every part of the evening. Guests learn the history, meaning, and traditions behind each chant, song, and dance.

• In Hawaiʻi, we share the significance of mele (song), oli (chant), and hula as a way to preserve stories and honor the ʻāina (land).
• In Aotearoa (New Zealand), guests learn how the haka and Māori storytelling express ancestry, identity, and unity.
• In Tahiti, we explore how rhythm, movement, and drumbeats preserve genealogies and cultural memory.
• In Samoa, the fire knife dance is explained as a tradition of courage and ceremony.

Through narration, audience participation, and authentic performances, guests leave with a deeper understanding of the interconnected cultures of Polynesia and the role dance and storytelling play in keeping traditions alive.

Each person is also welcomed with a kukui nut lei, a Hawaiian symbol of enlightenment and knowledge, reinforcing that the evening is not just entertainment—it’s a chance to learn, grow, and carry forward the light of aloha.

We unfortunately do not have a child rate, but children that are ages 3 and under receive free admission!

Your Cultural Workshop Experience Includes:

• One full hour of hands-on cultural activities from 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
• The chance to participate in 2–3 cultural workshops during this experience.
• An intimate, small-group experience, making it perfect for families, couples, or solo travelers.
• All age groups can participate (Children ages 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult).
• The opportunity to wear what you create during the Hula Show, celebrating your connection to Hawai‘i in the most memorable way.

You can choose from activities such as:

• Hula Lessons
• Ti Leaf Lei Making with Flowers
• Coconut Weaving
• Lei Po‘o (Floral Head Lei) Making
• Kukui Nut & Shell Bracelet Crafting

Yes, these workshops are only available as a $30 add-on for ticketed guests of the South Maui Gardens Hula Show. Every person who wishes to participate must purchase an add-on ticket.

Add-ons are only available at the door if space allows, but availability is very limited so there is no guarantee. We strongly recommend reserving online in advance to guarantee your spot.

Workshops run from 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM, during the pre-show. They take place in the center of South Maui Gardens, right next to the Prince Building (the same location as the Hula Show).

Yes! Workshops are open to all ages, but children ages 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

• Pre-Purchase Online: $30
• At the Door: $40
• Total Value: $75

Your Photo Experience Includes:

• A meet-and-greet with the vibrant tropical birds of the Lahaina Bird Stand
• A group photo taken on your personal smartphone or camera—no waiting for downloads or prints!
• A lush, tropical garden backdrop in the heart of South Maui Gardens
• A shared, group photo experience that’s fun for couples, families, and friends alike. Several photos taken from the same device to make sure they get the perfect shot, and everyone in your group has to be in the same photo. Maximum 6 people allowed per group photo, meaning you would only need to purchase 1 add-on for a group photo of 6 people or less.

This add-on is available exclusively at the South Maui Gardens Hula Show—making it an affordable and meaningful way to remember your experience!

Location: The photo station takes place in the center of the gardens, adjacent to the Prince Building, where the Hula Show takes place.

Time: 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM on Hula Show evenings (before the Hula Show begins)

Eligibility: Available only to ticketed guests of the South Maui Gardens Hula Show (ticketed guests must purchase add-on ticket).

Ready to book? Click here to head to our Shows page to reserve your South Maui Gardens' Hula Show tickets. After you've selected correct date and the number of tickets desired, the "Lahaina Bird Photo Experience Add-on" should appear above the ticket options. Add this and then proceed to check-out as normal.

No, you need to reserve Hula Show tickets AND the Lahaina Birds Photo Experience Add-on to get access to this exclusive deal.

For over two decades, the Lahaina Bird Stand was a beloved attraction on Front Street in Lahaina, bringing joy to visitors from around the world. Many returning guests still have photos taken by David and Barrie with their brilliant birds.

After the tragic Lahaina fire in August 2023, we’re grateful that David, Barrie, and the birds made it to safety—and even more grateful to now host them at South Maui Gardens. This exclusive photo add-on is not only a fun experience, but a way to preserve the spirit of old Lahaina and carry its aloha into the future.

Learn more about this exclusive experience.

Yes, the venue is outdoors and has open seating. To ensure the best seating experience, we recommend bringing your foldable beach chair and mats. As a reminder, our picnic tables behind the lawn are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

We kindly recommend that you check in between 4:45 pm and 5:00 pm near the white office building situated in the center of our gardens. A friendly reminder that our pre-show begins promptly at 5:00 pm. Kindly note that access to the hula show, which is located in the middle of our gardens, requires walking on rough, gravel rock paths.

• Low beach chairs or mats to sit on (optional)
• Comfortable shoes for walking on rough gravel paths
• Comfortable attire for an outdoor event
• Hat and sunglasses (recommended for early arrivals)
• Camera (optional)

We offer a large gravel parking lot located mauka (mountain side) of our main entrance off of Auhana Road. Please be aware that parking space is limited. Additionally, you can find parking along Auhana Rd or at Kalama Park across S. Kihei Rd. Please read all signs carefully before parking.

Absolutely! All ages are welcome to join this family friendly show. Ages 3 and under receive free admission!

Unfortunately, we no longer accept cash payments for the Hula Show. We recommend pre-purchasing tickets online through our website here to ensure that you secure your desired show date. Mahalo for your understanding!

Unfortunately, we no longer accept bookings over the phone. We recommend pre-purchasing tickets online through our website here to ensure that you secure your desired show date. Mahalo for your understanding!

We deeply appreciate our military personnel and veterans. As an exclusive promotion, we are extending a 10% off military discount. Military members can receive tickets at $90.00 plus tax. To apply this discount, select “General Admission” ticket type and click the “Checkout” button at the bottom. Then enter the code MILITARY10 under “Promotional Code” and click the "Apply" button during your online purchase. Please ensure to present a valid military ID at the ticketing office for verification. Those who apply the code without a valid ID will be required to pay the full entry amount for the show.

We hold immense gratitude for our senior community aged 55 and above. When purchasing a ticket (aged 55+) select the correct ticket type during checkout. Don’t forget to bring a valid ID showing your age to the ticketing office for verification. Guests who use the code without a valid ID will be asked to pay the full entry amount for the show.

As an exclusive promotion, we are extending a 10% off for groups of 10 or more. To apply this discount, select “General Admission” ticket type and click the “Checkout” button at the bottom. Then enter the code SMG10 under “Promotional Code” and click the "Apply" button during your online purchase. The discount will only be applied to orders with 10 or more tickets.

You can cancel or reschedule your ticket(s) up to 72 hours before the show's start for a full refund. Refunds can take up to 7 business days to be issued. No refunds, cancelations or transfers will be given within 72 hours unless the host cancels the show.

In case of inclement weather, we will notify you by email if there are any changes before 1pm. If you do not hear from us, the show will go on rain or shine!

For ticket exchanges for a new date and time, please contact us 24 hours prior to your show time at smg@squadup.com or 800-210-0689.

Yes, we have an actual restroom right next to Blue Door Bakery and Kitoko food truck on the south side of the gardens (near Auhana Rd). We also do have portable restrooms on the north side of the gardens near Kihei Food Oasis food trucks (near Alahele Pl).

All guests must adhere to health and safety protocols as mandated by the Hawai'i state and Maui county guidelines.

Photography, video, and audio recording may occur at the event. By entering the event, you consent to being photographed or recorded.