It’s a Horse, it’s a Clown. No it’s a Rodeo! The annual Panaewa Stampede Rodeo will be held at the Panaewa Equestrian Center, just outside of Hilo, by the Zoo. The rodeo is sponsored by Hawaii Horse Owners, Inc. and is always held over President’s Day Weekend so you can plan in advance for next year and the years to come! This large and diverse rodeo includes Team Roping, Barrel Racing, Bronc Riding and Bull Riding. In addition there are…

Guided nature walks through the rain forest at Niaulani are offered on Mondays at 9:30am. The one hour, free guided walks introduce individuals, families and groups to the most diverse, intact, and accessible, old-growth koa/’ohi’a rain forest remaining in the state. No reservations are required for groups of 5 or less. Free, but donations are greatly appreciated. For further information e-mail: programs@volcanoartcenter.org

Annual event featuring performances from around the world. See the Shows, See the World! Tickets: $5 for students and children 17 years and under, $10 for senior citizens, and $15 for general admission. Tickets may be purchased at the UH Hilo Performing Arts Center Box Office from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, Tuesday through Friday. Advance ticket purchase is recommended as tickets typically sell out prior to the shows. (Sorry, no phone or online orders.) For ticket information, contact the…

Hula tells Hawaii’s story with the graceful hands of talented dancers, some trained from childhood in this intricate ancient art of dance and chant. At the Kings’ Shops Center Stage, we invite island keiki (children) hula halau (groups), to take the stage and share their skills, from the kahiko (ancient) to the auana (modern) style. First and Third Fridays, Na Kamali'i O Kona, 6:00-7:00pm Fourth Fridays - Halau Waiau, 6:00-7:00pm

To be held at Hale Halawai Park and Pavilion, 75-5760 Ali'i Drive from 10am-5pm. The free, zero-waste event offers non-stop activities for attendees of all ages. Family fun includes an avocado recipe demonstration, food sampling, an avocado grafting demo, avocado tree sale, arts & crafts and healing arts. Enjoy healthful, organic, vegan foods and beverage booths serving refreshing smoothies, juices and kava drinks.

Celebrate Kona's spectacular sunsets with live Hawaiian music and beautiful hula performed by the dancers of Halau Ka'eaikahelelani, under the direction of kumu hula Yuki Ka'ea Lyons and Lily Kahelelani Lyons Dudoit. Everyone's invited to bring lawn chairs or beach mats and enjoy the evening as the sun begins its journey over the horizon. As Hawaiian Sunset Saturday comes to a close, attendees can extend the evening at one of many nearby restaurants. Parking is available; coolers are not permitted.