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Events & Entertainment Events January Sled Dog Races Each weekend races are conducted by the Alaskan Sled Dog & Racing Association. January through February. Tozier Memorial Track. (907) 562-2235 Anchorage Folk Festival Locals and celebrity artists entertain. University of Alaska Anchorage. (907) 566-2334 Great Alaska Beer & Barley Wine Festival (907) 562-9911 Annual Symphony of Seafood Showcases new products made from wild Alaska salmon and white fish. (907) 276-7315 February Anchorage Fur Rendezvous One of the largest winter carnivals in North America - a 10-day celebration that includes the World Championship Dog Sled Race, fireworks, outdoor games and more. (907) 274-1177 March Tour of Anchorage Cross-Country Ski Race A premier marathon that is part of the American Ski Marathon Series. (907) 561-0949 Iditarod Sled Dog Race More than 1,000 dogs line up to start the world's best known dog race. Mushers trek by dog sled following old gold rush trails in what is called the "The Last Great Race on Earth" from Anchorage to Nome. The 1,049 miles to Nome begins in downtown Anchorage on 4th Avenue. (907) 376-5155 April Native Youth Olympics More than 100 young people from across the state come together in Anchorage to demonstrate their favorite Native Games, keeping alivethe many traditional contests of their forefathers. (907) 265-5981 B]Alyeska Resort Spring Carnival 2002 marks the 25th year for this Carnival which welcomes spring with great skiing, events such as the Slush Cup, prizes & activities, a beach party, food, drinks and fun. Girdwood. (907) 754-2209. April Native Youth Olympics More than 100 young people from across the state come together in Anchorage to demonstrate their favorite Native Games, keeping alivethe many traditional contests of their forefathers. (907) 265-5981 B]Alyeska Resort Spring Carnival 2002 marks the 25th year for this Carnival which welcomes spring with great skiing, events such as the Slush Cup, prizes & activities, a beach party, food, drinks and fun. Girdwood. (907) 754-2209. May Open Air Markets Held Tuesdays in Eagle River, Wednesdays at Northway Mall, and Saturdays in downtown Anchorage. Displayed are a huge variety of goods including Alaska grown produce, fresh seafood from Alaska’s waters, spectacular and unique works of art, Alaska made crafts and gifts. Wednesday & Saturday Market: (907) 272-5634. Tuesday Market: (907)694-4702.May-September. Music in the Park Summer Concert Series held Wednesdays and Fridays from 12-1 p.m., 4th Ave & E Street Park (907)279-5650 Irish Music and Cultural Festival A Celtic celebration of food, music and dance. (907) 566-2028 June Semi-pro Baseball Anchorage's two semi-pro teams play under the midnight sun at Mulcahy Stadium, June through August. Anchorage Bucs (907) 561-2827; Anchorage Glacier Pilots (907) 274-3627. Three Barons Renaissance Fair Village peasants, merchants and nobles wear the dress of the period, speak "olde" English and entertain as they did for royalty. (907) 868-8012 Blues on the Green An all day outdoor blues celebration with live entertainment from national and local blues bands. Delicious foods, unique merchandise, and cultural/community booths (907) 272-1341/1800-478-7328. Ship Creek King Salmon Derby Downtown annual event. Ship Creek. (907) 276-647 Juneteenth The third Saturday of every June is now recognized as a state holiday. "JUNETEENTH DAY" is the celebration of freedom and diversity. Everyone is welcome to participate & enjoy food, fun, and entertainment. (907) 278-1778 Mayor's Midnight Sun Marathon Celebrate the summer solstice with a marathon that attracts runners from around the world. (907) 343-4474 AWAIC Summer Solstice Festival Outdoors festival packed with food, Alaska-made items and free entertainment to benefit the Abused Women's Aid in Crisis shelter. Town Square. (907) 279-9581 July Mount Marathon Race This annual race starts in downtown Seward, runs up a mountain and returns to downtown. July 4th annually. (907) 224-8051 Bear Paw Festival Annual celebration featuring the Teddy Bear Picnic & Family Fun Day, Classic Car Show, Miss Bear Paw Pageant, 5K fun run, Slippery Salmon Olympics, Quilt Show & Auction. (907) 694-4702 Girdwood Forest Faire Arts and crafts, music and food all weave through a forest. There are games and fun for all ages, as well as the Midnight Sun Paragliding Fly-In and 5K Fun Run. Girdwood. (907) 783-2931 August Talkeetna Bluegrass Festival A four day camp-out music festival, under the never-dark summer skies of Alaska. Bands play 20 out of 24 hours! Talkeetna. (907) 696-1668 Alaska State Fair The state's largest fair with craft booths, live entertainment and farm exhibits, including 90 pound cabbages and other giant vegetables. Palmer Fairgrounds (907) 754-4827 September Alyeska Blueberry & Mountain Arts Festival Weekend of great food and wine, creative arts and crafts, and rousing folk music. (907) 754-1111 Alaska Airlines annual "Autumn Classics" Bringing together an international cast of musicians to perform a great variety of music. (907) 747-6774 October Quyana Alaska Native dance celebration held in conjunction with the annual Alaska Federation of Natives convention. (907) 274-3611 Johnson/Nissan Hockey Classic See four top-ranked college teams compete in this fast-paced hockey tournament. (907) 786-1230 November The Dickens Holiday Food and Gift Festival Old fashioned holiday bazaar. (907) 277-7469 Annual Crafts Emporium at the Egan Center Holiday crafts fair with fun and holiday opportunities for the whole family. (907) 263-2800 CARRS/Safeway Great Alaska Shootout Top-ranked men's basketball teams compete in this nationally-recognized college tournament. (907) 786-1230 Ballet West's "The Nutcracker Ballet" The magic of the Nutcracker returns annually. Music by the Anchorage Symphony Orchestra. (800) 478-7328 Late November Annual Crafts Weekend At the Museum A big winter crafts event-just in time for Holiday Shopping! There are many artists, authors, and craftspeople who will display and sell their work. Includes holiday music and the opening of the Annual Dolls & Toys Exhibition. (907) 343-4326 December Swedish Christmas Celebration Enjoy traditional Swedish decorations and customs at the Oscar Anderson House Museum. (907) 274-2336 Anchorage International Film Festival The highly successful annual Anchorage International Film Festival is held during winter solstice, the darkest and coldest part of the year. Local movie buffs have a chance to catch some of the hottest offerings in independent films and to meet film makers and shakers from around the globe. The main venue, Bear Tooth Theater Pub, is popular with locals and visitors alike. Enchanted World Robotic performers in authentic costumes depict customs from around the world. (907) 276-2087 New Years Eve “Just Desserts” Cross-country run on lighted trails. Entry fee: Your favorite dessert! (907) 343-4474 Annual Gala & Dinner Party[/N] Alyeska Resort with Torchlight Parade & Fireworks Display. (907) 754-1111 Annual New Years Eve Ball with the Anchorage Opera at the Hotel Captain Cook (907) 279-2557 Arts and Entertainment Alaska Center for the Performing Arts One of only 22 multi-theatre performing arts centers in the country. 170,000-square-foot facility Three theaters seating 2,000, 700 and 340 people. Lobby carpeting & seat upholstery designed by Alaskan artists 23 Native masks on display Hosts everything from Broadway shows and performing artists of world renown to local professional productions Tours available in summer; call 263-2900. 4th Avenue Theatre 630 W. 4th Ave. This Art Deco-style landmark first opened in 1947, survived the 1964 earthquake, and was completely refurbished in 1992. Contains shops and the original floor-to-ceiling bronze murals. 4th Avenue Theatre 630 W. 4th Ave. This Art Deco-style landmark first opened in 1947, survived the 1964 earthquake, and was completely refurbished in 1992. Contains shops and the original floor-to-ceiling bronze murals. George M. Sullivan Arena Recorded event & ticket information, (907) 566-1596 8,000-seat facility Olympic-sized ice rink with insulated floor covering Hosts large-scale sporting events, concerts and trade shows. Home rink of the University of Alaska Anchorage Seawolf and semi-pro Anchorage Aces hockey teams. William A. Egan Center For more information, call 263-2800. Alaska's largest meeting and convention center. Named for the state of Alaska's first governor Completed in 1984. UAA's Wendy Williamson Auditorium 3211 Providence Dr. (907) 274-5522. Nearby Alaska Pacific University hosts productions, as well, in its Grant Hall. University of Alaska Anchorage plays host to many musicians, theatrical productions, and events in its Wendy Williamson Auditorium, built in 1975. Anchorage Concert Association 430 W. 7th Ave, Suite 200; Anchorage, AK 99501 272-1471 The Anchorage Concert Association (ACA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing the world's best performing artists to Alaska . |
