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.