Holiday Happenings
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A New Holiday Tradition

Season's Greetings from the Garden Isle

The most Festive time of year is on the Hawaiian horizon, and we're celebrating around our Poipu Beach resort. Join us for live acoustic music on the lawn, delicious dining experiences and local activities this Festive season. 

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Christmas Dining

December 24 & 25 | 5 - 8:30 PM

Say Mele Kalikimaka over a very, merry festive meal at Red Salt. Enjoy a special prix fixe menu prepared by Executive Chef and Kauai native, Noelani Planas. 

Reservations available online on OpenTable. No substitutions available for prix fixe menu. $110 per person, excluding tax and gratuity. Additional $65 per person for wine pairings. Regular Red Salt dinner menu also available. 

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New Year's Eve Dining

December 31 | 5 - 8:30 PM

Special prix fixe menu prepared by Executive Chef and Kauai native, Noelani Planas.

Reservations available online on OpenTable. No substitutions available for prix fixe menu. $120 per person, excluding tax and gratuity. Additional $75 per person for wine pairings. Regular Red Salt dinner menu also available.

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NYE Fireworks

December 31, 2023

Ring in the New Year island style with an evening of family friendly entertainment followed by oceanside fireworks!

Free and open to the public. 

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New Year's Day Buffet

January 1 | 7 AM - 12 PM

Start the New Year on a delicious note with a bountiful breakfast buffet at Red Salt. From 7 a.m. - 12 p.m., enjoy breakfast favorites like lobster benedicts, waffles and more, plus local classic like mini loco mocos. 

$60 per adult, $45 for keiki (ages 5-12). Pricing excludes tax and gratuity. Reservations available online on OpenTable. Alcoholic beverages are an additional cost. Menu modifications or substitutions not applicable.

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Dinner Pa'ina

Select Days in December

Chef Noelani Planas invites you to an unforgettable dinner pa'ina (party) on the Red Salt lanai. This intimate dining experience features five courses highlighting authentic Hawaiian flavors and traditional dishes. 

Upcoming Dates:
December 15 (5 - 8:30 PM)
December 29 (5 - 8:30 PM)

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Live Music + Hula Performances

Select Days in December

Celebrate the holidays island style. Enjoy live acoustic music on the lawn paired with hula performances from local talent.

Upcoming Dates:
December 3, 26 & 29 (5 - 6 PM)
December 15 (5 - 6:30 PM)

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Lei Making

Select Days in December

Learn how to make your own Hawaiian lei arrangement with our interactive class led by a local instructor. Classes are free to attend for Ko'a Kea guests. Guests must register in advance by visiting the Front Desk.

Upcoming Dates:
December 4 (9 - 10 AM)
December 11 (9 - 10 AM)
December 18 (9 - 10 AM)

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Holiday Traditions

Make our traditions, your reality. Trade your snowmen for sandcastles this Festive season, and learn about our favorite Hawaiian holiday traditions on the Garden Isle.

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A Festive Stay

Plan your Festive holiday stay at our Poipu Beach resort in advance, and save on our best available rates. 

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