Here are 20 Big Island experiences you’ll love today (Tue, Jan 6)

Tuesday feels good, yeah?

The trades are soft, the ocean’s glassy, and you can almost smell plumeria in the late-afternoon air. Perfect night to let the music and mana do their thing.

Ever wanted to learn a sweet ʻukulele riff from a pro? Ukulele Lessons with Kris Fuchigami is free tonight in Waikoloa, and the instruments and sheet music are waiting for you. Then slide into evening with the bowls, chimes, and flute at Reiki & Sound Bath with Simona Alladio & Gabriel Beeson at Blue Dragon Hot Yoga. If your pau hana means kanikapila and good grinds, Kanakapila Live at The Booch Bar brings that backyard-jam vibe from 6–9pm.

Don’t-miss feels tonight

Kris is a 3x Nā Hōkū Hanohano award winner, so those Ukulele Lessons with Kris Fuchigami tips hit different. It’s welcoming for first-timers and fun for seasoned strummers.

Craving deep rest? The Reiki & Sound Bath with Simona Alladio & Gabriel Beeson (4:30–6:00pm) wraps you in crystal bowls and gentle flute. You’ll float out into a pink-and-gold sunset.

For that true-town soundtrack, Kanakapila Live at The Booch Bar comes with Hawaiian specials and plenty aloha. Think friends laughing, glasses clinking, and classic mele drifting through the palms.

So many vibes, one island

Feeling strong? Lace up at Brazilian Jiu Jitsu: Adults or bring the keiki for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu: Kids at Kalani. Solid coaching, clean technique, good sweat.

Crave circus skies? Puna’s got you. Test your lines at Aerial Open Gym | Ages 18+ or climb into fabric at Silks with Lilia | Mixed Level at SPACE. All the inspo, no ego.

Seeking shared sisterhood? Women’s Circle at Hawaiian Sanctuary invites you to bring something that inspires you—and a dish to share—under the pāua shell lights and starry Puna skies.

Free and fun? The open-air Juggling Jam at SPACE welcomes all ages, all skill levels. Or keep it mellow with classic mele at Kanakapila Hawaiian Music at Hilo Town Tavern.

Hungry? Taco Tuesday is calling at Taco Tuesday at Hawaii Calls Restaurant in Waikoloa, 5–9pm. Perfect pre- or post-music fuel.

Curious minds, this one’s for you: dive into food systems and tech with the free online trainings—Puʻuhonua Wellness-Phase 2: Sustainable/Advanced AgTech Training and Puʻuhonua Wellness-Phase 2: Sustainable Ag / Advanced AgTech. Your future garden will thank you.

Heart-led movement? Let aroma, gong, and goddess dance guide you at Holy Fire: Women’s Sacred Restoration & Healing at Inner Alignment Studio. Or drop into rhythm and voice at Vocal Body Jamm with Murray Kyle at Lānai Yoga, 4:00–6:30pm.

What’s your Tuesday mood?

• ●Chill: sound bath, sister circle, kanikapila, sunset tacos.
• ●Move: BJJ at Kalani, aerial arts at SPACE, free-flow dance.
• ●ʻOhana: keiki BJJ, juggling jam, free ʻukulele.
• ●Night owl: live jams in Hilo and Waimea-side hangs. Peek more live music events if you’re chasing the next set.

Hope I bump into you out there—maybe strumming a new chord or swaying under the stars. If you want the full list, come explore more events →