Transport your guests to the tropical paradise of Hawaii with authentic island entertainment from 25 performers across the globe. These talented Hawaiian musicians, hula dancers and cultural performers bring the spirit of aloha to weddings, parties and corporate events with traditional music, dance and storytelling that captures the essence of Polynesian culture.
With 62 reviews averaging 5 out of 5 stars, these Hawaiian entertainers offer everything from intimate ukulele serenades to full island bands complete with steel guitars, traditional drums and authentic costumes. Pricing starts from $85 with an average booking cost of $350. Use the filters below to find the right Hawaiian entertainment for your special occasion.
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World MusicHawaiian entertainment draws on the music and dance of the Hawaiian islands, a Polynesian tradition with its own instruments, language and choreography. The core sound combines ukulele, slack-key acoustic guitar and lap steel (or "Hawaiian") guitar, often with upright bass and vocals in Hawaiian and English. Hula completes the picture, with auana (modern hula) generally booked for events and kahiko (traditional ceremonial hula) reserved for cultural settings.
Bookings typically fall into three formats: a solo or duo ukulele act for background music and acoustic sets, a small band with steel guitar and bass for fuller sound, or a band paired with one or more hula dancers for a complete show. Some acts also offer a brief lei greeting on arrival or short audience hula lessons. For broader Polynesian programming with Tahitian or Samoan elements, ask whether the act specialises in Hawaiian repertoire specifically or covers wider Pacific styles.
Luaus, tropical-themed corporate events, summer parties and beach or poolside weddings are the most common bookings. Hotel and resort entertainment, cruise and travel-industry events, and milestone birthdays with a Hawaii theme also book regularly. Acts adapt easily to background sets during a meal or ceremony, then build into more energetic hula performances later. For events with a wider tropical brief, consider pairing with steel bands for a Caribbean section, ukulele players for additional acoustic sets, or wider Caribbean music acts for a multi-region tropical programme. Outdoor entertainment options also work well alongside Hawaiian acts at festival-style and garden events.
Solo ukulele performers and acoustic duos sit at the lower end of the range, starting around $85. A small band with steel guitar and vocalist sits mid-range, and full productions with band plus hula dancers reach $1,000+. The average booking is $350. Travel is a significant factor for this category given the geographic concentration of authentic Hawaiian acts; performers based outside Hawaii or major tourist hubs may cost less but vary in cultural expertise.
The average price for Hawaiian Entertainment is $350 (USD). Above you will also find a budget price and high end price. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.
Based on 124 enquiries for Hawaiian Entertainment at events in every location, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 8 October 2026.
Palika's Hawaiian Band
"Palika Hawaiian Band is amazing. They sure know how to engage the guest and WOW us with their fluidity in song and dance. They would be my first go to when hiring for a Luau. I used them for a corporate event and would use them for a personal event with confidence. Mahalo Pat!
• Reviewer: Stacy Kaplan
• Event Date: June 7th, 2023"
Manny LaGod
"Born and raised in Hawaii, and former vocalist and bass player with Don Ho & The Alii’s Show in Hawaii. Appeared in downtown main showroom Las Vegas Holiday Casino! Main showroom at Kono Hawaii in Santa Ana California! Personal manager to Barry Kim (Hilton Hawaiian Village) and entertainment director Surf Hotels (Maui Surf & Naniloa Surf) in Hawaii! Influenced at an early age with Jazz! Song writer and arranger.
Single and now living in the Southbay of Los Angeles California performing mostly at private parties and luau’s.
AWARD WINNER! “Male Singer/Songwriter of the Year by the “16th Annual International Los Angeles Music Awards!”
Genre” World Music Song: Sunday Mornings Selected artist for The 20th Annual Fitger Brewhouse Triathlon Compilation CD! August 2006. Song: Sunday Mornings
Original Member of the Don Ho and Swinging Alii’s show at “Duke Kahanamoku’s. Winner of the Male Singer / Song writer of the Year at the 16th Annual Los Angeles Music Awards and Current recipient of a “Life Time Achievement Award” with the Alii’s presented by the Hawaiian Academy of Recording Artist (“HARA”)."
Island Stylin' with Bruddah Vince
"Great singer
We hired Bruddah Vince for our baby shower this past weekend and he did an amazing job. He has a long list of songs in his repertoire and we were able to select all of our favorite ones. Excellent communicator and super friendly, we would hire him again in a heartbeat! Thanks Bruddah Vince."
Palika's Haw`n Band
"Organisation: Corporate Luau
Rating: 10/10
Review:
Palika Hawaiian Band is amazing. They sure know how to engage the guest and WOW us with their fluidity in song and dance. They would be my first go to when hiring for a Luau. I used them for a corporate event and would use them for a personal event with confidence. Mahalo Pat!
• Reviewer: Stacy Kaplan
• Event Date: June 7th, 2024"
Nesian Melody Band
"Nesian Melody bought the fire to my wedding. Their performance left a lasting impression to myself, husband and guests! In awe of their talent and skill. I highly recommend using their services again, without a doubt 🙌🏽"
Island Jams Productions
"Mahalo to Island Jams and Mark! Mark sooooo exceeded our expectations. What a talented entertainer! He overwhelmed us with his musicianship and warm personality. We felt like we met a new old friend! This is the second entertainer we have used from Island Jams and both earned 5 stars. Mahalo! Mahalo! Mahalo!"