Album Description: Hukilau Marketplace, at the Polynesian Cultural Center in Laie, is a vintage throwback to 1950’s Hawaii offering nostalgic food, local goods and everyone-is-family hospitality. Whether you stop in weekly or on your Oahu vacation, the Hukilau Marketplace takes you by the elbow, puts you at ease, and invites you to experience the aloha of our quaint, century-old community.

Historically, Laie was a puʻuhonua, a sanctuary for fugitives. While a fugitive was in the pu’uhonua, it was unlawful for that fugitive’s pursuers to harm him or her. Though small, the little town of Laie has had a significant impact on Hawaiian culture, despite many of its residents’ tracing their lineages from various Pacific Island countries such as Tonga, Samoa, Fiji, and New Zealand.

42 acres of Polynesian adventure.

The Hukilau Marketplace is the newest addition to Oahu’s #1 paid attraction, the Polynesian Cultural Center, where you can discover firsthand the native lifestyles and habitats of six Pacific isle cultures.

Called the world’s premier Polynesian encounter, the PCC features:

– Six authentic Pacific isle villages
– Oahu’s largest evening show spectacle – HA: Breath of Life
– The Ali-i Luau, named “most authentic” on the island
– Hundreds of warm, welcoming islanders
– Interactive “Go Native” adventures, activities and games
– New, giant-screen, immersive cinema experience – Hawaiian Journey
– 42 acres of lush gardens and water features

The Hukilau Marketplace is situated at the entrance to the world famous Polynesian Cultural Center. It is packed full of shops, a variety of food trucks and Pounders, one of the highest rated restaurants in the area. New activities and events are scheduled this year for you and your family to enjoy!

Join us for the ALL NEW Christmas Event at The Hukilau Marketplace! Come experience the biggest Christmas celebration across the North Shore! Filled with brilliant lights, ono food, heartwarming live nativity presentations, live Christmas music and entertainment, Christmas train rides, Santa selfies, plus Tons and Tons of SNOW! This event is sure to become a treasured part of your family’s holiday tradition. All events are FREE and open to the public!