While other destinations across the map are potentially contending with ice, snow, and plummeting temperatures on New Year’s Eve, those travelers who take time to make their way to Kauai to turn the page on the calendar year can make the most of a very different seasonal outlook. New Year’s in Kauai is typically an exercise in warm weather and endless fun in a place that’s known and loved for its amazing scenery and rich culture. Average daily highs across Kauai this time of year linger in the mid-70s during the daytime and drop only into the 50s in the evenings. That means there’s no reason not to add plenty of outdoor fun and adventure to your lineup when you plan a trip to Kauai for New Year’s. When you can’t wait to get those plans in place, make sure the following activities and events are on your itinerary!

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Enjoy Poipu Fireworks Alongside Family and Friends

For many people, New Year’s Eve is marked by time set aside to enjoy an impressive fireworks display or two. When you find yourself visiting Kauai this time of year, you can add fireworks to your activity list as well because they’re typically set off over at Poipu Beach. While the illuminating light display doesn’t happen until after sundown, the area is often packed with other activities to enjoy ahead of time. In years past, these have included an outdoor family-friendly movie, and plenty of food trucks on-site to curb any New Year’s Eve cravings that might come calling. It’s a fun experience from start to finish that you won’t want to miss. Just be sure to arrive with plenty of time to settle into your favorite viewing spot.

Attend the Annual Festival of Lights Celebration

When you want to expand on your glittering fun even further, plan on attending the annual Festival of Lights celebration in Kaui over New Year’s. While many locals and visitors associate this event with Christmas, it’s on through New Year’s Day making it a wonderful addition to your New Year’s Eve lineup. Head over to Lihue between 6:00 pm and 11:00 pm to enjoy the mesmerizing displays that saturate the Historic County Building Park with holiday lights this time of year. There’s no cost to visit and it makes for a great backdrop for photos when you want to capture the moment on camera before a brand-new year rolls in once again.

Experience the Kauai Plantation Luau

If you’re looking for a way to infuse your New Year’s getaway to Kauai with local culture and rich traditions, you’ll want to be sure to book your tickets in advance to the Kauai Plantation Luau while you’re here. This event showcases some of the top Hula performers across the state and includes lei greetings for guests followed by time to admire Hawaiian craft exhibits and live cultural performances and demonstrations.

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The Imu Ceremony is up next which pays tribute to the unearthing of the underground oven used for the evening. Guests are then treated to a traditional Hawaiian dinner and cocktails before enjoying the Hula performances that are always top-notch and paired with fascinating historical references. When you attend this Luau on New Year’s Eve, you’ll enjoy seeing fire sticks built into the performances too. The cost to attend is $171 for adults and $98 for those 13 to 17. If you’re enjoying the luau with kids between the ages of 3 and 12, they can attend for $59 each. Be sure to book your place well in advance of Kauai New Year’s to ensure availability for yourself and your entire traveling crew.

Take a Na Pali Dinner Sunset Cruise

While many local restaurants remain open on New Year’s Eve across Kauai to treat patrons to palate-pleasing moments, a good way to infuse flavor and scenery into your stay is to book a sunset dinner cruise featuring the best of the Na Pali coastline. Many New Year’s Eve coastline cruises last about 4 hours and include an onboard dinner enjoyed on a luxury catamaran. It’s an amazing way to savor the moment and the end of the year before starting fresh at midnight.

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