South Pacific Luau & Hangar Dance 2026

Take a step back in time at our South Pacific-themed Hangar Dance! Join the fun as the Museum’s Hangars, ramp and aircraft collection are used to transport you to an island base in the 1940s. Grace Street Seven, our Big Band for the evening, will be playing in the shade of historic aircraft. The dance floor? Our hangar floor!! Complete with tiki bars and NEW Exotic Tropical Cocktails!

Dinner ticket holders will be welcomed to the Luau with a Lei Greeting and entertained with Hula and Tahitian dances. Sit with your friends at our communal style tables or reserve your own table for the VIP experience. The band leader is ready to swing and sway the night away with your favorite 40’s tunes, along with others that will keep your toes tapping!

Our island air strip will of course feature the Museum’s incredible collection of WWII-era aircraft, some of which will be prepared for photo opportunities with guests, and others which will participate in the evening’s entertainment, weather permitting!

Please Note:

• Tickets prices will increase prior to the event.
• Tickets and tables are only sold online.
• For more information on the event, please call 757.721.7767.

What you need to know: For Dinner & Dance Ticket Holders

• Seating is communal style at rectangular tables. No reserved seating with general Dinner & Dance admission.
• Just like in the islands - this is a rain or shine event.
• What should I wear? Hawaiian shirts, shorts, warm weather reenactor impressions or anything that will keep you covered and comfortable on a warm island night!
• Cold beer, wine, tropical drinks and soda will be available for purchase.
• Cold water will be provided for free!
• VIP Reserved Tables for eight are available for purchase.
• Returning for 2026: Limited Reserved VIP Seating for two.

What you need to know about VIP Options:

VIP Reserved Tables

• The purchase of each table includes 8 Dinner & Dance admissions.
• VIP tables will be provided first access to the Dinner Buffet and are immediately adjacent to the dance floor.
• Each Reserved table will also come with 8 drink tickets, and special surprises at the table.

Reserved VIP Seating for Two

• You will enjoy sitting at a round, Reserved VIP Table with six others.
• Each person will receive a drink ticket and special surprises at the table.

Stay tuned for menu announcements and updates!

Station One:

Coming soon.

Station Two:

Coming soon.

Station Three:

Coming soon.

DESSERT

Coming soon.

Assorted Sodas, Lemonade and Citrus Water ...and ICE!

CASH BAR: Tropical Cocktails, beer and wine.

Rules & FAQs

The South Pacific Luau & Hangar Dance features a combination of live music, dance performances and aircraft demonstrations. Please be aware of the following special rules for this event:

• Dress code is casual, and guests are welcome to come in period attire, or other clothes appropriate to the South Pacific theme.
• There is no smoking permitted in the hangars or event area.
• Please do not touch or climb on vehicles, displays or aircraft.
• No drones, quad-copters or similar machines may be operated on the airport property.
• No Segways, hoverboards or similar motorized vehicles are permitted on the field (this does not include mobility assistive devices).
• No pets (only service animals will be permitted on the property during an event).
• No outside alcohol or drinks are permitted at the event. (Beer, Wine and Soda are available for purchase on site - water will be provided for free.)
• No tents, umbrellas or sun coverings.
• No weapons may be brought in by the general public, period attire or otherwise.

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Info: Hawaiian Luau Buffet: To be announced, including a vegan option.

Info: Grace Street Seven is a Swingin’ vintage Jazz band from Richmond, VA. Specializing in hot Jazz-age tunes from the 1920s, 30s & 40s.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Military Aviation Museum, 1341 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach, United States

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