Events Today: 12 Big Island Happenings to Make Your Monday

That plumeria-at-sunset kind of Monday

Trade winds are soft, the sky’s going gold, and the pahu beats are calling. If you’ve never felt hula kahiko echo through the palms, tonight’s your night with Weekly Hula at the Coronation Pavilion in Waikōloa.

The vibe is pure aloha: keiki laughing, aunties swaying, and slack-key floating on the breeze. Bring your ʻohana, settle in, and let the stories of this ʻāina move you.

3 can’t-miss moods tonight

Culture that gives you chicken skin: Weekly Hula is a free show where kahiko and ʻauana meet live music. It’s the heartbeat of the island, shared.

Fly a little higher: at SPACE, Intermediate Silks with Ellen turns your Monday into a mini-circus. Silks, sling, and that delicious “I did it!” feeling.

After-dark creativity: downtown Hilo lights up for Open Mic Night. Songs, surprise stand-up, and community talent till closing—easy, free, and full of heart.

What are you in the mood for?

ʻOhana fun: let the little stars shine at Keiki Ballet w/ Rachel | Ages 5+ at SPACE (socks and leggings do the trick; ballet shoes if you got ’em).

Pau hana + play: Kona’s flipping patties at Burgers & brainpower with Burgers & Trivia. Friendly vibes, local grinds, and laughs for days.

Move your hips: new to salsa? Summer Salsa Beginner Special is your warm, no-judgment doorway onto the dance floor.

Little local notes

• ●Waikōloa evenings can get breezy—pack a light layer and a beach towel for pavilion seating.
• ●Hilo parking’s easier if you roll in a bit early for open mic and grab a lilikoʻi drink nearby.
• ●Circus crew: hydrate and chalk up; partial shade at SPACE feels nice but you’ll still break a sweat.

Thinking ahead to sunrise? Tomorrow’s salt-air reset is calling with Yoga on the Beach with Calley O'Neill, plus mellow flows and trainings across Puna and Waikōloa.

If you want even more tunes and talent, dig into island-wide live music events and try something wild in the circus arts lane.

Ready to build your perfect Monday? Come cruise the full lineup and explore more events →