Saturday & Sunday, August 31 & September 1: 
Parker Ranch Round Up Club Rodeo.  See all the traditional and Hawaii-only rodeo events for adults and keiki (kids). A terrific spectator event, at the Parker Ranch Rodeo Grounds in Waimea, Mamalahoa Hwy north of Waimea-Kohala Airport, just before entering Waimea. The event includes horse racing as well as rodeo events and is always fun. Starts noon both days. Tickets in advance at Parker Ranch Store or at the gate. For ticket s and information call (808) 885-7311 or visit www.parkerranch.com.

Saturday, August 31:
`Aha Hula 2013 -5th Annual Lu`au & Hula Kahiko Concert. A concert performance of ancient Hawaiian chants and classical dances. 12 noon to 2 p.m. lu`au & pre-concert festivities, Keiki Pa`ani Zone. General Admission is $40, 13 yrs and up; or $35, 12yrs and under. A free admission option available for children (12 and under) and tickets purchased at the gate does NOT include Lu`au. Only pre-sale tickets purchased in advance includes Lu`au.

Saturday, August 31: 
Jake Shimabukuro.  In his young career, ukulele wizard Jake Shimabukuro has already redefined a heretofore under-the-radar instrument, been declared a musical “hero” by Rolling Stone, won accolades from Eddie Vedder, Perez Hilton and Dr. Sanjay Gupta, wowed audiences on, earned comparisons to Jimi Hendrix and Miles Davis, and even played in front of the Queen of England.  The Palace Theater, 38 Haili St., Hilo.  7 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 934-7010 or visit www.hilopalace.com.

Friday & Saturday, August 30 & 31: 
Veterans Center Bon Dance.  The Obon tradition was brought to Hawaii by Japanese immigrants and evolved into a social and cultural event, as well as a religious custom designed to honor ancestors through an evening of dance, music and merry-making.  Kauai Veterans Center, Kapule Hwy., Lihue.  6 p.m. For information call (808) 246-1135 or visit www.kauaiveteranscenter.com.

Friday & Saturday, August 30 & 31: 
Ka`anapali Fresh.  Sample chefs’ menus, learn about Grown on Maui products with Maui’s farmers, savor the beauty of Ka`anapali, play on the beach, and simply enjoy the rich history of the land. Enjoy this unique culmination of culinary creativity, memorable experience, and array of choices in land and ocean adventure.  Ka`anapali Beach Resort, 2525 Ka`anapali Pkwy., Lahaina.  For information call (808) 661-3271 or visit www.kaanapalifresh.com.

Thursday, August 29: 
Hawaiian Music Series.  Relax under the stars and enjoy a free concert. Chairs are limited and blankets, mats, and low beach chairs are welcome. The Baldwin Home Museum is located in the heart of Lahaina, on the corner of Front and Dickenson Street in Lahaina. 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.  For information call (808) 661-9309 or visit www.lahainarestoration.org.

Saturday, August 24: 
Roller Derby: Paradise Roller Girls vs. Pacific Roller Derby.  A hard-hitting evening of women’s flat-track roller derby. Paradise Roller Girls’ Honey Badgers host the Pacific Roller Derby Hulagans at the Afook Chinen Civic Auditorium, 799 Pi`ilani St., Hilo. Doors open at 6 p.m., Bout starts at 7 p.m. Tickets are $5, children under 5 are free.  For tickets and information visit www.paradiserollergirls.com.

Saturday, August 24: 
Hula Arts at Kilauea.  Hula Kahiko Informance with kumu Leilehua Yuen and Manu Josiah, and is a 50-minute narrated demonstration of preparation, protocol and offering of traditional hula and chant. This outdoor presentation takes place rain or shine at the hula platform located near VAC Gallery in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. The audience is encouraged to bring sitting mat and sun/rain gear. On the same day, there is a hands-on cultural demonstration from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at VAC Gallery porch. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.

Friday & Saturday, August 23 & 24: 
Celebrate Historic Lahaina. Celebrate the rich history and Native Hawaiian culture of Lahaina, the most significant town throughout Hawai`i’s history. Enjoy new exhibits in Old Lahaina Courthouse, surfing and fishing contests in Lahaina Harbor, a keiki fishing game, sailboat rides, kalo planting, Native Hawaiian cultural demos and ancient games, Hawaiian music, an arts & crafts fair, and guided walking tours. Lahaina Harbor, 648 Wharf Street, Lahaina.  Friday, 6-9 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.  For information call (808) 661-3262 or visit www.lahainarestoration.org.

Friday, August 23: 
Hula Arts at Kilauea – Sunset Hula.  Featuring Halau Kahula `O Nawahine Noho Pu`ukapu under the direction of kumu hula Ana Nawahine Kaho`opi`i. This inspired outdoor presentation takes place rain or shine at the hula platform located near VAC Gallery in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.  The audience is encouraged to bring sitting mat and sun/rain gear.  6:00 p.m.  All events are free (donations welcome); park entrance fees apply. For more information call (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanohula.com.