Each summer, the Catamaran Resort hosts “Sunset Luaus on the Bay”, a well‑loved San Diego luau experience on Mission Bay. It runs Thursdays from mid‑June through late August, with doors opening at 6 p.m. and a show featuring hula and fire dancers kicking off around 7:50 p.m. Guests are greeted with a lei and Mai Tai, then enjoy an all‑you‑can‑eat buffet of Polynesian dishes, kid‑friendly activities, and live performances by the Pride of Polynesia troupe.
Sunset Luau San Diego: What to Expect
This San Diego luau is the perfect opportunity to enjoy a beautiful sunset on Mission Bay, with live entertainment and an authentic Polynesian buffet. It’s ideal for date night, a group outing, or a family evening. You will enjoy a fun evening as the entertainment, fire dancer, and tasty island dishes are highly engaging and enjoyable.
What’s Included
This San Diego luau offers a beautiful sunset over Mission Bay, lively entertainment, and an authentic Polynesian buffet. It’s ideal for a perfect date night, group outing, or family evening. It is a fun evening, with the entertainment, fire dancer, and tasty island dishes all highly engaging and enjoyable.
Ticket Details and Prices
They currently offer two types of tickets:
General Admission – $128.41 (Adults), $74.54 (Kids 12 & Under): includes the all-you-can-eat buffet, entertainment, and kids’ activities.
Kahuna VIP Seating – $149.96 (kids for $96.09): includes reserved seating close to the stage, a meet and greet with the Pride of Polynesia performer, plus a Mai Tai and lei.
San Diego Luau Schedule
5:30 p.m. Kahuna VIP Early Access to San Diego luau
6:00 p.m. Door Opens
6:45 p.m. Welcome Presentation
6:50 p.m. Open Buffet
7:15 p.m. Pre-Show Entertainment
7:50 p.m. Live Performance by Pride of Polynesia
8:50 p.m. Concludes
Tips for Attending
- Arrive early to enjoy the lobby’s tropical décor and Mission Bay views.
- Register ahead to lock in your preferred ticket tier.
- Hotel guests should check for possible room discounts or perks.
- Pick Kahuna VIP seats for this San Diego luau for a more intimate view and souvenir extras.
Sunset Luau Menu
Ala Wai Poke (Watermelon Salad, Tamari, Lemon, Sesame Oil, Scallions, Toasted Sesame Seeds)
Lomi-Lomi Salmon Salad (Salted Salmon, Diced Tomatoes, Sweet Onion)
Tropical Mixed Greens (Mango-Sesame Vinaigrette)
Macaroni Salad (Carrot, Onion, Celery, Ham, Mayonnaise, Mustard, Salt, Pepper)
Namasu (Pickled Cucumber, Carrot, and Daikon Radish Salad)
Hawaiian Sweet Rolls, Honey Wheat Hawaiian Rolls
Roasted Kalua Pig (Slow-Cooked Pork Shoulder Cooked in Banana Leaves)
Macadamia Nut-Crusted Mahi (Lilikoi Butter Sauce, Mango Salsa)
Huli-Huli Chicken (Chicken Thighs Marinated in Tamari, Ginger, Garlic, Sesame Oil, Brown Sugar)
Mushroom Pancit (Rice Noodles, Shiitake Mushrooms, Garlic, Ginger, Onion, Carrot, Red Bell Pepper, Celery, Red Cabbage, Sugar Snap Peas, Tamari)
Ube Coconut Cake
White Chocolate Ube Glaze
Passionfruit Cheesecake
Ono Butter Mochi
Matcha Coconut Panna Cotta
Macadamia Butter Cookies
The kids’ menu for the San Diego luau includes fruit salad, coconut-crusted chicken tenders, cheese and Hawaiian pizza, and seasoned potato wedges.
