Sophisticated Symposiums

Educational and entertaining, symposiums are a fun way to fill your days at Tiki Oasis. You do not need to be a Tiki Oasis ticket holder or hotel guest to purchase tickets to the symposiums. Arrive early as admission is first come first serve basis. All events are festival seating. Deluxe Pass holders will receive VIP entrance to all the symposia.

**Please note Symposia tickets do not include admission to Friday & Saturday's evening events.**

Beautiful Girls That Live Like Fish! - $5.00

The Story of Aquarama, World Famous Mermaid Attraction

Sponsored by Vintage Roadside

Learn about one of the most amazing 1960s roadside attractions in mermaid history. Inspired by Florida’s Weeki Wachee, the nearly forgotten Aquarama featured Aquamaids and Aqualads performing choreographed and costumed underwater acts including monster fights, gypsy dances, and a beautiful curvaceous bull sparring with a Spanish matador– an irresistible attraction for Lake of the Ozarks vacationers. Experience Aquarama and 1960s mermaid attractions through vintage photos and film and material gathered from interviews with Aquarama’s head Aquamaid and the son of Aquarama’s founders. Very special guest Marina the Fire Eating Mermaid will end the session with a Q & A and mermaid show-and-tell. Hosted by Vintage Roadside.

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, Friday August 20th
Location: Grand Hanalei Ballroom, Crowne Plaza
PRICE: $5.00 - Limited Tickets Available at the Door

Tiki Go Go - Tropical Luau Buffet Table - $5.00

Sponsored by TIKI GO GO

Tiki Go Go pulls it all together, the drinks, the food, the music, and the carefully crafted chaos of the tropical décor. They have the secret recipe to create an irresistible melange of tropical ambiance, relaxed sophistication, and over-the-top fun. Whether you plan to throw a blowout tiki party for a crowd or just a fun tropical inspired gathering with a few friends - You'll learn dozens of tips and ideas for inexpensive, easy tiki decorating and entertaining. Find out "How To" decorating projects that will give the most impact at your next party.

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM, Friday August 20th
Location: Grand Hanalei Ballroom, Crowne Plaza
PRICE: $5.00 - Limited Tickets Available at the Door

Martin Cate - Rum & Chocolate - SOLD OUT!

A Match made in Heaven

Co-Sponsored by Rhum Clement

Experience a marriage made in the tropics. Sugar Cane and Cacao Beans thrive in the same growing regions of the world- taste beautiful premium chocolates paired with a wide variety of superb rums. Learn how to match different styles of rums with chocolate for a decadent taste sensation. Hosted by Martin Cate.

3:30 PM – 5:00 PM, Friday August 20th
Location: Grand Hanalei Ballroom, Crowne Plaza
SOLD OUT - Limited tickets available at the door

Charles Phoenix Retro Slide Show - $18.00

A rip-roarin, live comedy performance celebrating vintage slides, road trips & TIKI!!!!! Pop culture humorist, Charles Phoenix is known for his hilarious Retro Slide Show performances, Slide of the Week emails, fun-filled School Bus Field Trip Tours, Test Kitchen creations and colorful coffee table books – all celebrating classic and kitschy American life and style. Fans from coast to coast enjoy his infectious enthusiasm, gracious sense of humor and keen eye for oddball detail.

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Saturday August 21st
Location: Grand Hanalei Ballroom, Crowne Plaza
PRICE: $18.00 - Limited Tickets Available at the Door

Aloha Cuisine by Tiki Go Go Chef Service ** - $25.00

Sponsored by TIKI GO GO

Learn secret recipes from Chef Kelley Hawks! With a focus on cooking & creating special party foods. Learn to make Tiki Go Go Hors d'oeuvres & Appetizers.such as Tropical Fruit Jasmine Risotto Spring rolls served with a vanilla mango dipping sauce and our Green Papaya Salad. There will be lots of great tasting samples for everyone to enjoy along the way, as they highlight what they call Aloha Cuisine – food made from the heart and served with unique style. Tiki Go Go cuisine utilizes fresh ingredients with tropical inspiration, along with traditional flavors used in unexpected ways.

12:00 PM – 1:30 PM, Saturday August 21st
Location: Grand Hanalei Ballroom, Crowne Plaza
PRICE: $25.00 - Limited Tickets Available at the Door

** Not included with Deluxe VIP Pass

Cocktail Garnish Class with Suzanne Long** - Sold Out!

A great tasting cocktail isn't finished until it is presented beautifully, and the correct garnish not only makes a drink look appetizing, but also adds to its aroma and taste. Join Master Mixologist Suzanne Long of Forbidden Island as she shares professional bartender tricks on how to cut, peel and design cocktail garnishes that will make your cocktail look fantastic. A professional tool kit is included in the symposium price. Be the envy of your friends in room parties all weekend long with that fabulously garnished cocktail!

12:00 PM – 1:30 PM, Saturday August 21st
Location: Grand Pacific, Crowne Plaza
SOLD OUT - No tickets available at the door

** Not included with Deluxe VIP Pass

Pin-Up Hair and Make-Up Tricks and Tips - $15.00

Co-Sponsored by Fluff & My Baby Jo

International burlesque sensation and published pin-up model, Lady Borgia will be sharing her sassy tips for teasing those tresses and magnificent make-up direction to transform you into the ultimate dreamy dame.

2:30 PM – 4:00 PM, Saturday August 21st
Location: Grand Pacific, Crowne Plaza
PRICE: $15.00 - Limited Tickets Available at the Door

Martin Cate - Cocktail Symposium - Sold Out!

The Persuasive Power of Punch

Co-Sponsored by Rhum J.M & TRADER TIKI'S EXOTIC SYRUPS

Join Smuggler’s Cove owner Martin Cate on an epic journey of high seas adventure through the history of punch. Travel through the centuries as punch sails from India to Britain to Colonial America and beyond. Discover the varied traditions of cultures around the world all united by the communal experience of shared spirits, and how the godfathers of the tiki bar movement joined these customs to bring us the Scorpion Bowl, Volcano Bowl, and more. Learn great tips for making the perfect punch to entertain guests at your next Luau- and join together as we create a hands-on communal punch like no other. Don’t miss this once in a lifetime experience!

3:30 PM – 5:00 PM, Saturday August 21st
Location: Grand Hanalei Ballroom, Crowne Plaza
SOLD OUT - Limited tickets available at the door

San Diego's Dr. Sketchy's Anti-Art School - $10.00

Dr. Sketchy's Anti-Art School is art class...without the class. Founded in New York City by artist/burlesque performer Molly Crabapple, Dr. Sketchy's now has branches in over 110 cities around the globe, from Los Angeles to Tokyo to Soa Paolo. Artists draw sassy burlesque girls, models, circus performers, roller derby chicks, and rippling hunks of man. Interspersed are silly drawing contests (Best left handed drawing? Best incorporation of a sea creature?) and fabulous prizes! Come draw gorgeous models in delicious Tiki getups. Bring your art supplies! (Extras available at the door)

3:00 PM – 6:00 PM, Saturday August 21st
Location: Peacock II, Crowne Plaza
PRICE: $10.00 - Limited Tickets Available at the Door

Special Events

Tikimentary - $10.00

In Search of the Lost Paradise

A road-movie in search of the ultimate Tiki experience. Take a trip through San Diego's Tiki Oasis, The Hukilau, in Fort Lauderdale and the Luau By The Lake, in fabulous Lake George. Visit some of the best Tiki home bars of the US, and discover the secrets of their owners. Discover the secret connection between Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room and burlesque queen Mimi Le Meaux. An intimate portrait of this new exotic urban tribe: the so- called "tikiphiles". They drink tropical drinks, dress in vintage clothes, listen to Exotica music, but most of all are a big and colorful family. Brazilian Director Duda Leite available for Q & A after the film.

2:00 PM – 3:30 PM, Friday August 20th
Location: Grand Pacific, Crowne Plaza
PRICE: $10.00 - Limited Tickets Available at the Door

Ticket Information

If you have questions about where to pickup your tickets or what you need to pick your tickets, Well you've found the right place!

Event Ticket Information

Friday and Saturday night are sold out, but Sunday is free all day. So come check out all the wonderful vendors at the World Famous Tiki Oasis Marketplace.

To pick up your Event Tickets, Please bring a copy of your receipt to Registration and Ticket Will Call.

Registration and Ticket Will Call location and times

Thursday, August 19th at the Bali Hai
Lanai 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Friday, August 20th at the Crowne Plaza
Grand Hanalei and Kona Coast Ballrooms Foyer 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Saturday, August 21st at the Crown Plaza
Grand Hanalei and Kona Coast Ballrooms Foyer 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM

If you are coming for a specific performance, We suggest showing up at least 30 minutes early to allow us some time to process your tickets. We wouldn't want you to miss out on any of the fun! Please consult our schedule for event times and performance listings.

Once you are registered you will be given a wristband that allows you access to the event. You will be required to wear this wristband at all times during the event. Cut off wristbands will not be accepted and NO you will not be issued a second wristband – so don’t take your wristband off at any time!

Children 17 and under are free to attend with paid attendance of a supervising adult. Keep in mind that Tiki Oasis events do feature performances of an adult nature so please consult our schedule to make an informed decision about what is appropriate for the children in your group.

Alcoholic beverages are available for purchase at all of our events for those 21 and over in age. Minors are not allowed at anytime to be in possession of an alcoholic beverage.

Please note:

Friday and Saturday Event Tickets do not include admission to symposium presentations.

Booking a room in one of the arranged hotels does not include admission to the event. You must purchase tickets separately. For further information regarding hotel reservations click HERE!

Symposium Ticket Information

To pick up up your Symposium Tickets, Please bring a copy of your receipt to the door at Symposium location. These locations vary, so please consult our schedule page.

If you have purchase a Deluxe Pass for Tiki Oasis, All you have to do is show your wristband to gain admittance to symposium of your choice. Please note this does not include The Cocktail Garnish and The Tiki Go Go Chef Service classes

We suggest you arrive at least 10 minutes early to all symposiums to allow for ticket processing at the door of the event.

The Drink Symposiums are restricted to those 21 years in age and over due to their alcoholic nature. Proof of age will be required at the door.