Matlacha Hookers’ Island Luau Sunday
Fundraiser benefits Beacon of Hope Senior Programs
The Matlacha Hookers will once again bring island spirit to Pine Island with the 14th Annual Island Luau, scheduled for Sunday, Feb. 22, from 1-5 p.m., at the St. James City Civic Center.
The popular 21-and-over fundraiser benefits Beacon of Hope Senior Programs and is one of the island’s most anticipated annual events.
The Island Luau combines tropical entertainment with a strong local mission. Attendees will enjoy island music and dancing, an island buffet by Ginger Bistro, tropical beverages, boutique shopping, raffles, silent auctions and a lively costume contest featuring categories such as Best Female, Best Male, Best Couple, and Most Creative.
Tickets are $45 online through Saturday, Feb. 21, with day-of tickets priced at $55, if available. If sold out, it will be announced the Day Prior. Most years it does sells out.
Live DJ entertainment will keep the energy high throughout the afternoon, while guests enjoy a relaxed island atmosphere.
Attendance is capped at 350 guests, and organizers expect another sell-out event.
Proceeds from the Island Luau directly support Beacon of Hope’s senior programs, which provide essential services to Pine Island residents. With tourism-based funding continuing to fluctuate, organizers say the annual fundraiser plays a critical role in sustaining these programs during the 2026 season.
Founded in 1998, the Matlacha Hookers are a nonprofit women’s charitable organization based in Matlacha and dedicated to strengthening local communities through fundraising and volunteer efforts.