Your guide to 22 Big Island events today (Mon, May 18)

Ever wanted to learn a sweet ʻukulele riff, then drift into golden hour with hula? Today’s got that flow. Start soft and sunny with Ukulele Lessons & Participatory Jam in Puna—Allowah Lani keeps it friendly, with lessons first and a free jam after. You’ll hear those warm chords floating through the palms by 2:00 PM.

If you crave culture and goosebumps, the free Weekly Hula at Coronation Pavilion brings kahiko to ʻauana in one sitting—skirt swish, ipu heartbeat, and that feeling when the stories land. Want something more inward? Slip into Blindfolded Contact Improv at Sundari (Rainbow Shala) from 5–7 PM—trust, breath, and live drumming by John de Kadt guide you through.

Pau hana vibes? Sway into Much Love Monday w/ Green Flash at The Booch Bar—a little ʻawa, a lot of groove, and a welcoming crowd to ease you into the week. Or catch a spark at Learn Fire Spinning: Rope Dart w/ Benji Fox at 6–7 PM—beginner-friendly, and you’ll feel that satisfying arc in your hands right away.

Today’s vibes in a nutshell? For ʻohana: Keiki Ballet w/ Rachel | Ages 5+ at SPACE is a sweet $12 drop-in—socks or ballet shoes and big smiles. Hungry for community? Bring a dish and your favorite chorus to the free Potluck & Song Circle at Seaview Commune at 5:55 PM—keiki, aunties, uncles, everyone welcome.

Movement lovers, you’re set: Hula ʻOla – Weekly Hula at Hawaiian Sanctuary with Kumu Tia runs 4–5:30 PM at Hawaiian Sanctuary. Then slide into the shared-play zone with the near-Kapoho Contact Improv Jam (Snackluck After) from 5–7 PM—live music, carpool encouraged, and yes, snacks after. Aerialists, go fly: Intermediate Silks with Ellen at SPACE levels you up on sling and silks.

Pro tip: Bring a light jacket—evening sprinkles can roll mauka to makai. Puna venues skew barefoot and friendly; leave time for parking and a quick talk-story. Musicians, keep an extra set of strings in your bag for that bonus jam.

Craving more options across the island? Browse more live music →, stretch into dance nights →, or plan your next circus class →. When you’re ready to map your perfect Monday, explore more events →.