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Alumni Lu‘auList of 19 frequently asked questions.
  • I’m registered for Alumni Lu‘au. What happens next?
    Keep an eye on your email for event updates, parking info, and check-in details as we get closer to the lu‘au. You can also sign up to receive text updates by enabling text messaging in your Ka ‘Ohana Punahou profile.


    This year, we will distribute wristbands on the day of Lu‘au. Please pick them up during Class photos at the wristband tent located between Old School and Mamiya halls. After 6 p.m., remaining wristbands will be transferred to the Information booth on Lower Field. The wristband reserves your seat under the tent; the tab on the wristband is your dinner ticket… so don’t pull it off!
  • What time should I arrive? When and where is my Class Photo?
    Please refer to the Class Photo schedule here.
  • What time does the seating open?
    Seating opens at 4 p.m. The lu‘au program begins at approximately 5:15 p.m. when the 50th Class of 1976 makes their grand entrance into the tent.
  • Where can I park?
    Please enter Punahou through the Upper Manoa Gate.

    • Special assistance and/or handicap placard: Follow signs to Sullivan Parking Lot.
    • Event parking pass: Display it on your dashboard and follow the instructions on the pass so Security or valets can direct you to the appropriate parking lot. 
    • All others: If you do not have a parking pass, you may park in any open stall along Piper’s Pali. See security or valet attendants for questions about parking. There is also overflow parking at the Lutheran Church on Punahou Street. Cars must exit the lot by 10:30 p.m.
  • If I use a rideshare service, where can I be dropped off?
    Use “Wilder Ave. and Artesian Way” in your rideshare app as your destination or pickup address. This will instruct your rideshare driver to enter campus from Wilder Avenue at Piper’s Pali. Dropoff/pickup will be near the guard shack in Bishop lot (look for signs). No stopping or dropoffs will be allowed at the Main Gate.
  • What is included with my Lu‘au registration?
    Your registration includes a traditional Hawaiian plate with kalua pig, squid lu‘au, poke, lomilomi salmon, sweet potato, poi, haupia and pineapple. The traditional slow-cooked kalua pig is prepared by the famous Imu Gang Emeritus of alumni volunteers in the School’s imu on Atherton Track. Side dishes are prepared in-house by Dole Hall cafeteria staff. A vegetarian substitute will be available upon request. Pupu, beer, wine, soft drinks and water will be available for purchase.
  • Does the bar accept credit cards?
    Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages can be purchased directly from the bar with Apple Pay, Google Pay and credit cards. Cash will not be accepted at the bar. Drink scrip will no longer be needed to purchase beverages.
  • Is the Alumni Lu‘au BYOB?
    No, please leave your coolers and containers at home. Our bar offers a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages for purchase. Attendees with outside refreshments will be asked to put them away.
  • What attire is appropriate for the Lu‘au?
    Aloha attire, preferably in buff ’n blue, is always appropriate. The Lu‘au is held outdoors on Chamberlain (Lower) Field. We suggest wearing flat or thick-heeled shoes. Weather in Manoa is always changing, so prepare for warm temperatures or possible rain.
  • I didn’t register for lu‘au . Can I still attend?
    Yes, we encourage you to come! Join classmates for your Class photo before the lu‘au begins, then mingle with reunioning alumni and enjoy the entertainment. Pupu and beverages will be available for purchase. No outside food is allowed. Seats in the tent are reserved for those who purchased a seat, and wristbands are required.
  • Where do I get my name badge?
    Your Reunion Committee will have your name badge. If you did not receive your name badge at an earlier Alumni Week event, please look for your activity chairperson at the Class table.
  • I’d like to buy some Punahou merchandise. Will the Buff ’n Blue Store be open?
    Yes! A pop-up store will be set up on the Dillingham Hall mauka lanai.
  • Are children allowed at Alumni Lu‘au?
    Alumni Lu‘au is an adults-only event. Seats are limited to ticketed guests only, however, just like the airlines, lap children are allowed if they do not occupy an additional seat.
  • How can I view which Alumni Week events I registered for?
    Your personalized agenda will be emailed to you in late May. Refunds for cancellations will not be given after April 15, 2026.
  • Is there a way to see which of my classmates are attending Alumni Week?
    Yes. Attendees who have opted in will have their name displayed on the event registration page once registration opens.
  • Can I bring a guest if I didn’t register them?
    Unfortunately, we are not allowing walk-in guests at Alumni Lu‘au or events with limited capacity.
  • Is there assigned seating at Alumni Lu‘au?
    Attendees are seated at Reunion Class tables. If you are bringing a guest, you will both be placed on your Reunion Class table. Guests are not allowed to sit at other Class tables.
  • Are pets allowed at Alumni Lu‘au?
    No. We love our pets too, but they are not allowed on Punahou’s campus. Service animals are welcome.
  • What makes this year’s Alumni Lu‘au special?
    In honor of the 100th anniversary, Punahou is elevating the experience with special entertainment, improved viewing through upgraded video screens and towers, expanded seating to welcome more guests than ever before, and nostalgic moments that celebrate Alumni Lu‘au traditions from across the years.