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5-8Great Alaska Sportsman Show

Sullivan and Ben Boeke arenas . . . . . . . . . . . .562-9911

Thu . 4 - 9 p .m .; Fri . noon - 8 p .m .; Sat . 10 a .m . - 8

p .m .; Sun . 10 a .m . - 5 p .m . More than 400 vendors

share everything there is to do outdoors this summer

in Alaska – from fishing and hunting to camping,

boating, flightseeing, hiking and more.Thu-Sun

6Com Truise

Williwaw . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .868-2000

9 p .m . Showdown presents electronic musician Com

Truise. Open to ticket holders age 21 and older.

Fri

6First Friday

Local Art Galleries

5 - 10 p .m . Explore Anchorage art galleries the first

Friday of each month. A map for participating

galleries is included in the Thursday edition of the

Anchorage PRESS publication one day prior.Fri

6The Mother Hips

Sitzmark Bar & Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .754-1111

10 p .m . Original California soul since 1991 is what

Mother Hips is all about. Hear them live at the Sitz!

Fri

7-8Leonard Bernstein’s Candide

Alaska Center for the Performing Arts . . . . . . 263-ARTS

Sat . 8 p .m .; Sun . 4 p .m . Celebrating the 100th birthday

of legendary composer and conductor Leonard

Bernstein, the Anchorage Symphony partners with

Anchorage Opera to bring you “Candide.”Sat-Sun

8Nike Site Summit Presentation

Eagle River Nature Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .694-2108

2 p .m . Anchorage School District teacher Ivan Hodes

presents the human and natural history of Site

Summit along with information about how to access

this hidden treasure at Arctic Valley.Sun

10Arctic Entries


7:30 p .m . In the spirit of “This American Life,” “The

Moth,” and other storytelling events, Arctic Entries

brings Alaskans to the stage to share their personal

stories: funny, sad and sweet.Tue

12Historic Preservation Jam Session

Anchorage Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .929-9200

6 - 8 p .m . Learn about the necessary ingredients to

create places and spaces worthy of future historic

preservation efforts.Thu

13Huntertones


7:30 p .m . Hear unique arrangements of popular and

classic songs pushed through brass instruments.

Fri

13-14Jerry Joseph & the Jack Mormons


10 p .m . For more than 30 years, Jerry Joseph has

been strapping on a guitar and chasing down truth.

Witness his love of music in Girdwood!Fri-Sat

13-15Alyeska Spring Carnival and Slush Cup

Alyeska Resort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .754-2592

Various . Spring Carnival takes advantage of the

long days with extended hours of lift operations,

great spring-skiing conditions, and Alyeska’s largest

and most popular winter event, Slush Cup, where

competitors dressed in zany costumes attempt to

skim across a 90-foot long pool of freezing water.

Fri-Sun

14Bison Run Wild 5K

Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center . . . . . . . . .783-2025

11 a .m . Join the herd! The Alaska Wildlife

Conservation Center and Skinny Raven are

partnering to bring you the 3rd annual Bison

Run Wild 5K!

Sat

APRIL Calendar of Events

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ONGOING EVENTS

Anchorage Museum Exhibits & Shows

Tue - Sat . 10 a .m . - 6 p .m ., Sun . noon - 6 p .m ., closed Mon . . . . . . . . .929-9200

• Cruisin’ the Fossil Coastline

Look at the world in a whole new way with this exhibition on

Alaska fossils.

• John Mireles: Neighbors (Ends 4/8)

This exhibition showcases the diversity of Anchorage through portraits of

residents from neighborhoods across the city.

• Maktak and Gasoline: The People of Point Hope (Begins 4/27)

Featuring the photography of Ellis Doeven, this exhibition and publication

focuses on the community of Point Hope, a small Inupiaq village in

northwest Alaska.

Brewery Tour (Mondays)

Midnight Sun Brewing Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . .344-6653

6 p .m . Join a free tour at Midnight Sun Brewing Co. Meet your guide in the

loft on the second floor just before 6 p.m.

Geeks Who Drink Pub Quiz (Mondays)

49th State Brewing Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .277-7727

7 p .m . Geek out with quizzes that cover everything from celebrities in trouble

to wordplay to bad television. Each quiz has two audio rounds.

Skinny Raven Pub Run (Tuesdays)

Skinny Raven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .274-7222

6 p .m . Lace ‘em up every Tuesday for a free run in Anchorage. Each run is

5K, starts at Skinny Raven downtown and ends at a local pub.

Alaska Movies (Tuesday-Friday)

Alaska Public Lands Information Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .644-3661

10 a .m . - 5 p .m . Wide ranging, informative and even surprising, the topics

vary and span Alaska from end to end.

Museum Behind-the-Scenes (Wednesdays; Ends 4/25)

Anchorage Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .929-9200

2 - 4 p .m . Museum staff share how they preserve and care for the museum’s

collection. Featured activities are conservation, archive processing, photo

preservation, object storage and object/art accessioning.

Spenard Food Truck Carnival (Thursdays)

Koot’s parking lot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .644-3661

11 a .m . - 2 p .m . A weekly gathering of Anchorage food trucks in the Koot’s

parking lot. Sample various cuisines while you sit outdoors and enjoy the

provided entertainment.

Distillery Tours (Thursdays)

Anchorage Distillery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .561-2100

6 p .m . Follow Anchorage Distillery’s spirits from Alaska-grown grain to the

bottle during a free tour. Open to patrons age 21 and older.

4th Avenue Indoor Market (Friday-Saturday)

4th Avenue Market Place . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .982-1803

10 a .m . - 6 p .m . Shop this marketplace located in the heart of Anchorage

offering a wide variety of crafts, artwork and homemade goods.

Scared Scriptless Improv (Saturdays)

49th State Brewing Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263-ARTS

8 p .m . Enjoy a close-contact brand of improv, as fast and furious as a

video game, with words and movements thrown out in a continuous mix of

voices, accents and energetic motions.

Weekly Community Jazz Jam Session (Saturdays)

The Gumbo House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .332-3234

3 - 5 p .m . Bring your instruments, a music stand, and Real Book and jam

out with the jazz community.

Events listed are within Alaska area code (907)

1Easter Extravaganza

Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center . . . . . . . . .782-2025

8:30 a .m . - 5 p .m . Join AWCC and the Easter bunny

for a sunrise service at the Point followed by a

delicious brunch.Sun

3Menopause the Musical


7:30 p .m . Four women find they have plenty to share

in a musical parody set to classics from the ‘60s, ‘70s

and ‘80s.Tue

4Gold Medal Celebration

Town Square Park

5:30 - 7:30 p .m . Celebrate the return of Alaska’s

Olympians and see the gold medals won by Kikkan

Randall and Andrew Kurka. Featuring DJ Spencer

Lee, kids activities, food, beer garden, fireworks

and more!

Wed

4Nerd Nite 40

49th State Brewing Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .277-7727

7 p .m . Enjoy a free lecture series that takes place

the first Wednesday of every month. April’s event

includes three talks: gut bacteria, historical fiction

and comic books.

Wed

14Greek Gala

Hotel Captain Cook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .344-0190

6 p .m . - Midnight . OPA! Join the Greek community for

an elegant evening of dinner and dancing.

Sat

18Alaska Fighting Championship

Alaska Airlines Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .786-1562

7 p .m . Alaska Fighting Championship 139

brings mixed martial arts bouts to the Alaska

Airlines Center.Wed

19-21Photonz


10 p .m . Celebrating 20 Years of music! One of Alaska’s

most popular jam bands, The Photonz, are back in

Girdwood. Jam out with them at the Sitz!Thu-Sat

21Alaska Heart Run


9:30 a .m . Join the American Heart Association/

American Stroke Association as we celebrate the 40th

annual Alaska Heart Run.Sat

21International Astronomy Day


1 - 4 p .m . Gather for International Astronomy Day to

celebrate astronomy and the universe through hands-

on experiences, auditorium movies and lectures.Sat

21Peter and the Wolf


2 p .m . Emmy nominated Pushcart Players reinvent

this enchanting tale about the adventure of growing

up where danger becomes reality.Sat

24Spring Out of the Den Duathalon

Kincaid Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .343-6397

6 p .m . This “all pavement” duathlon (run/bike/run)

will kick-off at Kincaid Park.Tue

24-29Cabaret the Musical


7:30 p .m . The Tony Award-winning musical about a

freewheeling, seedy nightclub in Weimar-era Berlin

performs in Anchorage.Tue-Sun

26-28NYO Games Alaska


10 a .m . - 5:30 p .m . More than 500 athletes from

across Alaska will compete in the 48th annual

NYO Games Alaska.Thu-Sat

27Spirit of Youth Awards

Anchorage Marriott Downtown . . . . . . . . . . . . .272-2875

6 - 9 p .m . The Spirit of Youth Awards highlight

dedicated young people and unsung heroes from

around Alaska.Fri

27-29North by North Festival


Various . The second annual North by North Festival

provides a forum to strengthen Alaskans’ awareness

of the Arctic and to facilitate international dialogue.

Fri-Sun

28Brian Posehn

Hard Rock Cafe Anchorage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .274-1625

7 p .m . and 9 p .m . Comedian Brian Posehn comes

to Anchorage and plays two shows during his

appearance at Arctic Comic Con.Sat

28-29Arctic Comic Con

Dena’ina Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .263-2850

Noon - 6 p .m . A big new comics and pop culture

convention comes to Anchorage. Get your fix of TV,

comics, movies and more over the course of the

two-day convention.

Sat-Sun

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Accent Alaska/Ken Graham: 19dAlaska Stock: 2, 7b, 12b, 12c, 13c, 15d, 21a, 26a, 28g, 38a, 59aAlaska Zoo/John Gomes: 7aAlpine Air: 11dAlyeska Resort: 33c, 63bAlyeska Resort/Hage Photo: 9d, 19a, 22a/23a, 25aAnchorage Concert Association: 32a/33a, 32c, 78aAnchorage Museum: 17a, 25d, 29e, 88aAndy Sorenson: 28hAshley Heimbigner: 36aBrian Adams/Alaska Native Heritage Center: 29g, 36bCalvin Hall: 22bCarmen Williams Photography/ Mat-Su CVB: 26b

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ALASKA TOUR & TRAVEL

alaskatravel.comsee listing page 61

KENAI FJORDS TOURS R ;kenaifjords.com/visitanchoragesee listing page 45

MAJOR MARINE TOURS/R ;

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majormarine.comsee listing page 46

NORTHERN LATITUDE ADVENTURES R

northernlatitudeadventures.comSmall boat tours with guaranteed whale sightings.PO Box 3305, Seward, AK 99664(907) 422-0432 (907) 362-2035

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UNCRUISE ADVENTURES R

uncruise.comWhales, glaciers, wilderness. Hike, kayak, paddleboard, skiff, even “Polar Bear Plunge.” Unexpected Alaska on a small ship adventure. 7 to 21 nights. April to September. Inclusive fares from $2,995.3826 18th Ave. W, Seattle, WA 98119(888) 862-8881 (206) 284-0300

Gold Panning & Mining

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INDIAN VALLEY MINE & GIFTS, LLC/ R NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE

indianvalleymine.comMuseum, gold panning, panoramic view, picnic area.27301 Seward Hwy., Indian, AK 99540(907) 444-6898

GIRDWOOD/ALYESKA AREA

CROW CREEK HISTORIC R ;

GOLD MINE

crowcreekmine.comGold pan at producing mine; historic scenic area.Mile 3.1 Crow Creek Rd., Girdwood, AK 99587 • (907) 229-3105

SEWARD AREA

ADVENTURE SIXTY NORTH

adventure60.comsee listing page 50

TALKEETNA

ALASKA EDGE TOURS

alaskaedge.comsee listing page 43

FAIRBANKS

GOLD DREDGE 8 R ;eldoradogoldmine.comRide the train. Pan for gold. Strike it rich!1803 N Old Steese Hwy., Fairbanks, AK 99712(866) 479-6673 (907) 479-6673

STATEWIDE

EUREKA JOE’S PAYDIRT

eurekajoes.comPan for gold at home, Gold Mine dirt delivered to your door. Eureka Joe’s is dedicated to making your dreams of hitting paydirt a reality. From flakes to nuggets we offer the richest paydirt in Alaska.PO Box 221393, Anchorage, AK 99522 • (907) 717-4744

Golf

ANCHORAGE

ANCHORAGE GOLF COURSE/

O’MALLEY’S ON THE GREEN

anchoragegolfcourse.comAnchorage award winning premier golf destination. Golf under the midnight sun at our municipal 18-hole, par 72 course with 6,600 yards of manicured greens, scenic fairways and panoramic mountain view.3651 O’Malley Rd., Anchorage, AK 99507 • (907) 522-3363

Health & Fitness

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HIKING YOGA R

hikingyogaak.comYoga, hiking mixed on beautiful downtown trails.PO Box 241581, Anchorage, AK 99524 • (907) 250-3642

Hiking & Ice Climbing

ANCHORAGE

ALASKA OUTDOOR GEAR RENTAL ;alaskaoutdoorgearrental.comsee listing page 94

ALYESKA HIKING ADVENTURES R

alyeskahikingadventures.comHiking, sightseeing, aerial tram, lunch and more.(907) 250-1476

ASCENDING PATH – R

ALASKAN GUIDE SERVICE

ascendingpath.comFamily friendly day eco-adventures since 1995. Spencer Glacier via train and sea kayak, alpine hikes as featured in the NY Times, day hikes, rock and ice climb. No experience needed. See website.1000 Arlberg Rd., Girdwood, AK 99587 • (907) 783-0505

CHUGACH GUIDES ALASKA R

anchoragehikes.comJoin an experienced guide on our short, half-day, or all-day hikes in the beautiful mountains surrounding Anchorage. Pick up from your hotel, water, snacks, interpretation, and bear safety provided.(907) 744-7078

FLATTOP MOUNTAIN SHUTTLE/ R DOWNTOWN BICYCLE RENTAL

hike-anchorage-alaska.comRoundtrip shuttle between downtown and Flattop Mt.333 W Fourth Ave., #206, Anchorage, AK 99501 • (907) 279-3334

MAJOR MARINE TOURS/R ;

KENAI FJORDS

majormarine.comFull and half-day glacier and wildlife cruises. Explore towering glaciers and abundant wildlife of Kenai Fjords National Park. On-board National Park Ranger narration. Salmon and prime rib buffet.1412 Fourth Ave., Seward, AK 99664(800) 764-7300 (907) 274-7300

MAJOR MARINE TOURS/R PRINCE WILLIAM SOUND

majormarine.comCruise the calm waters of Prince William Sound. See towering glaciers, stunning scenery and wildlife. On-board National Forest Ranger narration. Salmon and prime rib buffet.Whittier Boat Harbor, Whittier, AK 99693(800) 764-7300 (907) 274-7300

NORTHERN LATITUDE ADVENTURES R

northernlatitudeadventures.comsee listing page 47

PHILLIPS CRUISES AND TOURS/R ;

26 GLACIER CRUISE

26glaciers.comGlaciers and wildlife cruises, Prince William Sound. Voted Best in Alaska by locals. Experience the calm waters and wild sights. Narration by Forest Service ranger. Hot meal. No seasickness guarantee!519 W Fourth Ave., Anchorage, AK 99501(800) 544-0529 (907) 276-8023

PORTAGE GLACIER CRUISES R ;graylinealaska.comsee listing page 53

SALMON BERRY TOURS

salmonberrytours.comsee listing page 41

GIRDWOOD/ALYESKA AREA


26 GLACIER CRUISE

26glaciers.comsee listing this page

PRINCE WILLIAM SOUND AREA

ALASKA TOUR & TRAVEL

alaskatravel.comsee listing page 61

GLACIER JETSKI ADVENTURES R ;glacierjetskiadventures.comAlaska’s most exciting glacier viewing adventure!Lot 13 Harbor View, Whittier, AK 99693(907) 830-4001 (907) 947-0550

LAZY OTTER CHARTERS, INC. ;lazyotter.comCustomized glacier and wildlife cruises with exclusive departures and beach landings. Water taxi and kayak rentals. Visit our whimsical and charming café on the Whittier Harbor. Family owned operated.Lot 2, Whittier Small Boat Harbor, Whittier, AK 99693(800) 587-6887 (907) 694-6887

MAJOR MARINE TOURS/ R

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majormarine.comsee listing this page


26 GLACIER CRUISE

26glaciers.comsee listing this page

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stanstephenscruises.comsee listing page 54

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RESTAURANT OR ENTERTAINMENTADVERTORIALGive visitors a taste of what makes your dining experience best. Share upcoming events and attraction information. Two-page advertorial spreads make a strong impression with visitors deciding where to eat and what to see. New advertisers receive a complimentary photo shoot, and returning advertorials receive a special discount. Distribution begins May 2019.

New advertorial (with photo shoot) $1,775Re-run 2018 advertorial (without changes) $1,525

OFFICIAL ANCHORAGE RESTAURANT & ENTERTAINMENT GUIDE

DISPLAY ADVERTISINGNot a dining or entertainment venue? Not to worry. You can still be included in the guide when you submit your camera-ready display ad.

Back cover (includes 2-page advertorial) $3,750Inside front cover or inside back cover $1,950Full-page in directory $825Half-page in directory $600

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Tequila 61°

Tequila 61° serves up a modern take on time-tested dishes from south of the border, served north of expectations. Alaska seafood or prime cuts of meat are all uniquely spiced to evoke the true taste of Mexico, served in a charmingly rustic and handcrafted atmosphere.

This is Mexican food the way it should be: subtly sweet and spicy mole; salty cotija cheese; pepper-fueled heat. Try the grilled Alaska king crab – you’ve never had king crab quite like this! Or savor the Fajita Molcajete, a twist on an age-old cooking method and served in a volcanic stone bowl. There’s plenty of fresh guacamole to share, and artful desserts to top it all off.

A full-service bar features craft cocktails and margaritas flavored with hibiscus, basil, ginger and fresh-squeezed lime juice. Or select from featured wines, local craft beers, small batch spirits, and fine sipping tequilas and mezcal.

Local Favorites: Jicama Shrimp Tacos; Fajita Molcajete; El Diablo cocktail

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NeighborhoodDowntown

OwnerJJT, LLC

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EARLY BIRD SPECIALSubmit your advertorial contract and a 50 percent deposit before October 24, 2018, and pay remaining balance by February 6, 2019, to receive:• A free featured listing on Anchorage.net• Free placement in the Visitor Information

Centers’ Menu Dossiers• A combined $600 value

2019

DUE DATESOctober 24, 2018

EARLY BIRD CONTRACT AND DEPOSIT

February 6, 2019 CONTRACT AND PAYMENT

CAMERA-READY ADSVERIFYING YOUR FREE LISTING

ONGOING OPPORTUNITIESREACH VISITORSHIGH RESOLUTION LED VIDEO SCREENLocated in the downtown Visitor Information Center, featured advertisers receive a 20-second video clip on LED screens. Clips run on a 2-3 minute loop showing 20-30 times per hour with a minimum of 100,000 impressions per year. Premium brochure placement included. Added value: clips also play at Visit Anchorage’s south terminal VIC and Dena’ina Center kiosk. Video production costs are additional.

$750 annually

MENU DOSSIERFeature your restaurant menu in the five Visitor Information Centers: downtown, the Log Cabin, south and north terminal and the Dena’ina Center. Ongoing opportunity – act now!

$150 annually

CALENDAR OF EVENTSBe recognized as the “Presented by” sponsor on the printed monthly calendar. The calendar is distributed at Visit Anchorage’s visitor information centers, local concierge desks and participating member businesses. Sponsorship includes a 1/8 page ad on the front of the calendar.

May – Sept. (average distribution 2,500) $250 per month

Oct. – April (average distribution 800) $100 per month

DIGITAL DISPLAY ADMonitor displays rotating digital ads on display wall in the downtown Visitor Information Center. Includes brochure placement near monitor for added exposure. Located near a courtesy phone for easy bookings and reservations. Ad will also display digitally in the log cabin front window for passers-by to view after hours.

$400 annually

REACH MEMBERSWILD REVIEW NEWSLETTERPurchase space for a printed insert in the bi-monthly newsletter and let Visit Anchorage do the mailing work for you. Reach 1,500 members, media representatives and local leaders conveniently.

$125 per insert*

VISIT ANCHORAGE EVENTSSponsorship opportunities of events are available throughout the year. Consider hosting a monthly business exchange or sponsoring a luncheon or seminar. A range of opportunities are available for the annual banquet and holiday open house.

Providing door prizes for monthly membership luncheons and business exchanges is an effective way to promote your organization to local businesses.

18-6/9 TrevorCyrano’s Theatre Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263-ARTS

Thurs . - Sat . 7 p .m .; Sun . 3 p .m . Inspired by true events,

witness a subversive comedy about fame, success, and

the lies we tell ourselves.

1Spenard Jazz Fest Opening Party

Church of Love6 p .m . Enjoy Afro-Carribean trio Duende Libre,

the 2018 artist in residence, at the Jazz Fest

opening celebration.

Fri

1First Friday Art WalkLocal Art Galleries

5 - 10 p .m . Explore Anchorage art galleries the first

Friday of each month. A map for participating galleries

is included in the Thursday edition of the Anchorage

PRESS publication one day prior.

Fri

1Twilight 12K & Skinny Mini 6K

Skinny Raven Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .274-7222

7 p .m . Hit the streets of Anchorage in an incredible

evening road race. Alaska’s most unique road course

and beer and pizza at the party continue to make this

the race of the summer.

Fri

2Ellis PaulAlaska Botanical Garden . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263-ARTS

7:30 p .m . Hear Ellis Paul’s gorgeous musical

stylings live in Anchorage amid the flowers of the

Alaska Botanical Garden.

Sat

2Kids Fishing DayMoose Flats (Portage Valley) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .288-7716

10 a .m . - 2 p .m . Fishing, activities and games. Bring

your fishing gear and land a big one!Sat

2National Trails Volunteer Day


9 a .m . - Noon Join Eagle River Nature Center on

National Trails Day to improve a section of the lower

Albert Loop. Volunteers must be age 13 and up.Sat

2River Crossing Techniques


1 - 4 p .m . Join river experts Tony Perelli and Becky

King for an introduction to river fording techniques.Sat

2Spenard Jazz Fest49th State Brewing Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .277-7727

Noon - Midnight An all-day music marathon. See

headliners Wonders of Wonder – Stevie Wonder tribute,

Duerte Libre, The Dirty Hands Blues Band and various

other artists from across Alaska.

Sat

2Fiddlehead FestivalAlyeska Resort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .754-1111

10 a .m . - 10 p .m . Celebrate the fiddlehead fern season.

Bring the whole family to the Hotel Alyeska pond

courtyard for some great music in the mountains, arts

and crafts, food vendors, kids’ activities and more.

Sat

7Live Music with Rick Brooks

PubHouse at Inlet Tower Hotel . . . . . . . . . . . . .222-8787

6 - 9 p .m . Get ready for a good time at the PubHouse

with live local music.Thu

8-9 Midnight Sun 7s Rugby Tournament

Alaska Mountain Rugby Grounds . . . . . . . . . . .390-0014

9 a .m . - 7 p .m . With more than 19 hours of daylight,

why not play until the sun sets? Come watch the fastest

growing and newest Olympic sport in a paradise like

setting overlooking all of Anchorage.

Fri-Sat

ONGOING EVENTS

Anchorage Museum Exhibits & Shows

Daily 10 a .m . - 6 p .m . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .929-9200

• Inheritance: Makers. Memory. Myth.

Artist Amy Meissner’s textile art combines traditional handwork and

contemporary imagery to explore memory, fragility and the literal,

physical and emotional work of women.

• Maktak and Gasoline: The People of Point Hope

Featuring the photography of Ellis Doeven, this exhibition and publication

focuses on the community of Point Hope, a small Inupiaq village in

northwest Alaska.

• Unsettled Features 200 artworks by 80 artists living and/or working in a

super-region known as the Greater West, a geographic area that stretches

from Alaska to Patagonia, and from Australia to the American West.

AurorA - Alaska’s Great Northern Lights (Daily)

Alaska Center for the Performing Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263-ARTS

9 a .m . – 9 p .m ., at the top of every hour . Share in the grandeur of Alaska’s

northern lights. Featuring the visuals of renowned aurora photographer

Dave Parkhurst, the show brings the entrancing phenomenon of the northern

lights into the Alaska summer.

Walking Tour: Connecting with Your Public Lands (Daily)

Alaska Public Lands Information Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .644-3661

11 a .m . and 3:15 p .m . Discover and connect with a National Park Service

ranger as you walk through downtown Anchorage on a public lands

walking tour.

Potter Marsh Bird Walks (Mondays)

Potter Marsh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .267-1241

7 - 9 p .m . The Alaska Department of Fish & Game and Audubon Alaska will

lead Bird Walks at Potter Marsh weekly through summer.

Music for Little Ones (Mondays; Starts 6/4)

Peratrovich Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .279-5650

Noon - 1 p .m . Bring the kids downtown and sing and dance along at these

fun, free concerts.

Brewery Tour (Mondays)

Midnight Sun Brewing Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .344-6653

6 p .m . Join a free tour at Midnight Sun Brewing Co. Meet your guide in the

loft on the second floor just before 6 p.m.

Zumba in the Park (Tuesdays)

Town Square Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .279-5650

Noon - 1 p .m . Join in for a free Zumba class and get fit during the work day.

Skinny Raven Pub Run (Tuesdays)

Skinny Raven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .274-7222

6 p .m . Lace ‘em up every Tuesday for a free run in Anchorage. Each run is

5K, starts at Skinny Raven downtown and ends at a local pub.

Live After Five (Wednesdays)

Town Square Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .279-5650

5 p .m . Enjoy a free concert in Town Square Park, beer garden for adults and

tunes for all!

Music in the Park (Thursdays)

Peratrovich Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .279-5650

Noon - 1 p .m . Enjoy lunch al fresco with live music downtown.

Spenard Food Truck Carnival (Thursdays)

Koot’s parking lot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .644-3661

11 a .m . - 2 p .m . A weekly gathering of Anchorage food trucks in the Koot’s

parking lot. Sample various cuisines while you sit outdoors and enjoy the

provided entertainment.

Distillery Tours (Thursdays)

Anchorage Distillery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .561-2100

6 p .m . Follow Anchorage Distillery’s spirits from Alaska-grown grain to the

bottle during a free tour. Open to patrons age 21 and older.

4th Avenue Indoor Market (Friday - Saturday)

4th Avenue Market Place . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .982-1803

10 a .m . - 6 p .m . Shop this marketplace located in the heart of Anchorage.

Offering a wide variety of crafts, artwork and homemade goods.

Scared Scriptless Improv (Saturdays)

49th State Brewing Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263-ARTS

8 p .m . Enjoy a close-contact brand of improv, as fast and furious as a

video game, with words and movements thrown out in a continuous mix of

voices, accents and energetic motions.

Anchorage Market & Festival (Saturday - Sunday)

3rd & E St . Parking Lot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .272-5634

Saturday 10 a .m . - 6 p .m .; Sunday 10 a .m . - 5 p .m . Whether shopping for

fresh produce, exotic goods from around the world or Alaska souvenirs,

you’ll find it at the Anchorage Market and Festival. Located in the heart of

downtown, it consists of more than 300 vendors.

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9Alaska Run for Women

Sullivan Arena8:30 a .m . Alaska women pound the pavement in great

force to raise funds for breast cancer research and

awareness. Not just a race, this event unites serious

runners and casual walkers in a spirit which inspires

and motivates women.

Sat

9Gourmet Cooking for Camping Trips


10 a .m . - 3 p .m . Join Chef Tyler to learn how to prepare

amazing meals over a camp fire, including Cornish

game hen and fresh-baked bread. This course involves

hiking to Rapids Camp, which is 3 miles round trip.

Sat

9NASMoose’s Tooth Pub & Pizzeria . . . . . . . . . . . . . .258-2537

7 p .m . Get ready for hip hop in Anchorage. Celebrate

Moose’s Tooth’s anniversary with live music from NAS.Sat

9-16 Alaska PrideFest WeekVarious locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .929-4528

Various . Enjoy this week-long celebration of the state’s

LGBT community, which features more than 20 events.

9-16 Slam’n Salm’n Festival

Ship Creek . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .277-4302

Daily . “Fish on!” Anglers hope to hook the big one

during the annual Slam’n Salm’n Festival. The event is

a benefit for the Downtown Hope Center.

15The White BuffaloAnchorage Brewing Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263-ARTS

6 p .m . The Super Saturated Sugar Strings jam out with

the White Buffalo. Enjoy live music and good beer

under the midnight Sun.

Fri

16Equality Parade and PrideFestival

Delaney Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .529-6704

11 a .m . - 5 p .m . Anchorage PrideFest begins with the

Pride Parade through downtown Anchorage.Sat

21Cut/Copy49th State Brewing Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .277-7727

7 p .m . Check out live music with award-winning artist

Cut/Copy on their Alaska Solstice Tour. Featuring Small

Black and Blackwater Railroad Company and DJ

Livingston plays an opening block party set.

Thu

23Anchorage Mayor’s Marathon &

Half MarathonBartlett High School/Delaney Park Strip . . . . .786-1325

Starting times vary . Nearly 4,000 runners and walkers

will travel to run the scenic trails of Anchorage at the

annual summertime Anchorage Mayor’s Marathon

and Half Marathon.

Sat

23Downtown Summer Solstice Festival and

Hero GamesFourth Avenue and Town Square . . . . . . . . . . .279-5650

Noon - 6 p .m .; Hero Games Noon - 3 p .m . Grab your

shades and head downtown for live music, kids games,

outdoor activities, demonstrations and more!

Sat

28Live Music with Jon Dykstra

PubHouse at Inlet Tower Hotel . . . . . . . . . . . . .222-8787

6 - 9 p .m . Head to the PubHouse at Inlet Tower and

catch a live music set with Jon Dykstra.Thu

29Hawthorne HeightsWilliwaw . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .868-2000

8 p .m . Williwaw presents emo punk pop band

Hawthorne Heights live in concert. One night only with

local opening acts.

Fri

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MAMMALOGISTS CHOOSE ANCHORAGE

Anchorage will host the joint meeting of the American Society of Mammalogists

and the International Mammalogical Congress. The conference comes to

Anchorage in July 2021, bringing with it an anticipated 1,500 participants. The

two groups meet jointly once every four years. The six-day event brings together

science professionals focused on the study of mammals, with connections to

areas such as public policy, resources management, conservation, and education.“The meeting planner and three board members attended our September 2017

FAM,” Visit Anchorage Convention Sales Manager Shelli Stanton pointed out.

“That really helped them understand what Anchorage could offer.”FRONTLINE TRAINING TRADESHOWReady for the summer season? Ready to answer all those visitor questions like, “Where should I eat, what can I do, where can I find it?” Attend the Frontline Trade Show on Thursday, May 10, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Dena’ina Center. It’s a great way to get your frontline staff ready to provide great service to your guests all summer long. The trade show includes prizes, free food and parking in addition to short training seminars. RSVP today at Anchorage.net/RSVP

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