Posted By Kenshin Amegi
Standard, VIP, or After Dark: Which Magical Mystery Show! Ticket Is Right for You?
Planning to see The Magical Mystery Show! while visiting Waikiki? You may notice that there is
more than one way to experience it.
The regular Magical Mystery Show!, VIP Experience, and After Dark with Shoot Ogawa each
offer something different. The right choice depends on who you are traveling with, how close
you want to be to the magician, and what kind of evening you have in mind.
Here is a simple breakdown of each option.
The Magical Mystery Show! Classic Experience
The regular Magical Mystery Show! is the main experience at Hotel Magic. It takes place at the
Hilton Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa in an intimate Victorian-style theater with fewer than 60
guests.
The show combines magic, comedy, storytelling, and audience participation. It runs for approximately 90 to 100 minutes without an intermission. Guests also get to experience the
Museum of Curiosities and Oddities as part of the evening. (Hotel Magic)
General Admission tickets for guests ages 13 and older currently start at $89, while children’s
tickets start at $59. Other discounted ticket options are available for Hilton guests, Hawaii
residents, and military members. (Hotel Magic)
Who should choose General Admission?
This option works well for:
● Families with children
● First-time visitors
● Couples looking for a fun date night
● Friends traveling together
● Anyone who wants the classic Magical Mystery Show! experience
You are still sitting in an intentionally intimate theater, so choosing General Admission does not mean watching the show from far away.
VIP Experience: Guaranteed Front-Row Seating
The VIP Experience is designed for guests who want something extra from their night.
The biggest difference is guaranteed front-row center seating. There are only eight VIP seats
available per show, putting you just feet away from the magician. (Hotel Magic VIP)
The current VIP package also includes:
● Priority entry
● Two complimentary rum punch cocktails
● Free valet parking
● Meet-and-greet photo opportunity
● All-ages admission
VIP tickets currently start at $129 per person. (Hotel Magic VIP)
Who should choose VIP?
VIP can be a good fit if you are:
● Celebrating an anniversary
● Planning a honeymoon date
● Celebrating a birthday
● Looking for front-row seats
● Traveling to Hawaii for a special occasion
● A magic fan who wants to be close to the performance
The important thing to remember is that VIP is the premium version of the regular Magical
Mystery Show! and not a completely different show.
After Dark: Close-Up Magic With Shoot Ogawa
After Dark is different from both General Admission and VIP.
After Dark: An Evening with Shoot Ogawa is an adults-only close-up magic experience
limited to fewer than 21 guests. There is no traditional stage. Instead, guests sit around the
performance area, with front-row guests seated directly at the performance table. (Hotel Magic)
The current experience runs from 9:30 PM to 11:30 PM.
Tickets currently start at:
● Second Row: $150
● Front Row: $200
Because the audience is so small, the experience feels much more personal than a traditional
theater performance.
Is After Dark suitable for children?
No. After Dark is an 18+ adults-only experience.
If you are traveling with children, the regular Magical Mystery Show! or VIP Experience would
be the options to consider instead. (Hotel Magic)
Standard vs. VIP vs. After Dark
| General Admission | VIP | After Dark | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $89 for ages 13+ | $129 | $150 |
| Age | All ages | All ages | 18+ |
| Audience | Fewer than 60 | 8 VIP seats | Fewer than 21 |
| Seating | General admission | Front-row center | Front row or second row |
| Experience | Magic, comedy & storytelling | Regular show + VIP benefits | Intimate close-up magic |
| Performer | Varies by date | Varies by date | Shoot Ogawa |
| Best for | Families & first-time visitors | Special occasions | Adults & magic enthusiasts |
Prices and availability can change, so check the booking page for your preferred date.
Which Ticket Should You Choose?
The easiest way to decide is to think about the experience you want.
• Choose General Admission if you want the classic Magical Mystery Show! and are
traveling with family, friends, or a partner.
• Choose VIP if you want guaranteed front-row center seating and extras such as priority
entry, drinks, valet parking, and a meet-and-greet photo opportunity.
• Choose After Dark if you are 18+, love close-up magic, and want to watch Shoot
Ogawa perform for a very small audience late at night.
For a special occasion, VIP gives you a more premium version of the regular show. For an
adults-only evening focused heavily on close-up magic, After Dark offers a completely different
format.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much are Magical Mystery Show tickets?
General Admission for guests ages 13+ currently starts at $89. Children’s tickets start at $59, while VIP starts at $129. After Dark starts at $150 for second-row seating. (Hotel Magic)
Does VIP include front-row seating?
Yes. VIP includes guaranteed front-row center seating. Only eight VIP seats are available per show.
Is After Dark Family-Friendly?
No. After Dark is an adults-only experience for guests 18 and over.
Who performs After Dark?
After Dark features Shoot Ogawa in an intimate close-up magic setting.
Should I book VIP or After Dark?
Choose VIP if you want premium seating at the regular Magical Mystery Show! Choose After Dark if you want an adults-only, small-group, close-up magic experience with Shoot Ogawa.