Hoop-Dee-Do or Aloha dinner show?

[my4kids]

We are going to Disney for the first time and I bought the dining package.
I am going trade in 2 table service meals for a dinner show. I have 4 kids -
9,5 ,1 yr old boys and a 7 yr old daughter. What would be better for them?
Hoop-dee-doo or Aloha? Thanks!

 

[dzneelvr]

Hoop De Doo hands down We did both when our kids were same ages as yours and they hated the Aloha meal. It was a battle to keep them interested for over 2 hours when most of the food just didn't appeal to them. Only thing they did like was the "people on fire". Hoop De Doo is more casual, more lively, and the food is kids'-type. I'd recommend Ohana's over Aloha for your family if you do want to do a Polynesian meal event.

 

[my4kids]

Thanks!- Anyone else have any thoughts? - Anyone like something better than the Hoop-Dee-Do? (We're on our way Mickey!)

 

[*NikkiBell*]

We have gone to both and adore them each in their own unique ways! I really feel that the Hoop-Dee-Do is a good choice for a more casual, fun, type of dinner. It has a great comedy act and excellent BBQ food. The Spirit of Aloha is more serene, romantic, and "adult" in my opinon although they do accomodate the little ones very well.

If this were my very first trip with my kids, I'd go to the Hoop-Dee-Do, hands down!

 

[Boo'sMom]

HDD By far...

 

[The Blue Fairy]

We've done Hoop-dee-do several times and have absolutely loved it! I felt it had all the elements covered fun and food kids love.

This year we are trying out the Luau for a change in pace.

 

[WDW LOVR]

YaHoo, Hoop Dee Doo.

Going for our 8th time in June. Nuff said.

 

[UrsulasShadow]

I've done both. I loved watching my dd8 do the hula at the Luau, but I think we had more fun at the HDDR both times we went. We're doing the Luau again this year, but only to even things out, and besides, I miss the nearly nekkid fire twirler guy!

 

[Laurajean1014]

HoopDeeDoo