Archive for the ‘ANCHORAGE’ Category

Christmas Arts & Crafts Emporium in Anchorage, Alaska

Saturday, June 21st, 2008

Christmas Arts & Crafts Emporium in Anchorage, Alaska

Date: Nov 22, 2008 - Nov 23, 2008
Time: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sunday
Location: Dena’ina Civic & Convention Center
More Info: www.anchoragemarkets.com

One of the largest craft event in Alaska with artisans from all parts of the state. Holiday crafts galore! Food and fun for the whole family. Free admission.

Contact Information: (907) 272-5634

Anchorage Symphony Orchestra’s Halloween Family Concert in Anchorage, Alaska

Saturday, June 21st, 2008

Anchorage Symphony Orchestra’s Halloween Family Concert in Anchorage, Alaska

Date: Oct 31, 2008
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: Alaska Center for the Performing Arts
More Info: www.anchoragesymphony.org

An Anchorage Halloween tradition complete with fantastic tunes, outrageous costumes, silly antics and hilarious pranks. After the show, kids can trick-or-treat on all four floors of the Harrison Lobby. It’s pure musical fun for the entire family.

Contact Information: (907) 274-8668

AWAIC Summer Solstice Festival in Anchorage, Alaska

Saturday, June 21st, 2008

AWAIC Summer Solstice Festival in Anchorage, Alaska

Date: Jun 20, 2008 - Jun 21, 2008
Time: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Location: Anchorage Town Square
More Info: www.awaic.org

Celebrate the long days of summer in downtown Anchorage with this annual outdoor festival packed with food, live music, Alaska-made items and free family entertainment. Presented by AWAIC (Abused Women’s Aid in Crisis, Inc.)

Contact Information: (907) 743-5705

Crafts Weekend and ReadAlaska Book Fair in Anchorage, Alaska

Saturday, June 21st, 2008

Crafts Weekend and ReadAlaska Book Fair in Anchorage, Alaska

Date: Nov 28, 2008 - Nov 30, 2008
Time: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 12 - 5 p.m. Sunday
Location: Anchorage Museum
More Info: www.anchoragemuseum.org

View and purchase some of Alaska’s most distinctive and unique gifts at this annual event, which includes the ReadAlaska Book Fair. The “Wonderland of Toys” exhibition of Dolls and Toys from the Museum’s Collection transforms the atrium, where more than 100 dolls dressed in costumes from around the world adorn a giant evergreen tree.

Contact Information: (907) 343-4326

Alaska Federation of Natives Arts & Crafts Fair in Anchorage, Alaska

Saturday, June 21st, 2008

Alaska Federation of Natives Arts & Crafts Fair in Anchorage, Alaska

Date: Oct 23, 2008 - Oct 25, 2008
Time: TBA
Location: Dena’ina Civic & Convention Center
More Info: www.nativefederation.org

The Alaska Native Arts & Crafts Fair is renown as one of the best places to find Alaska Native and American Indian artwork from cultures that are vital and rich with history, skill, tradition, adaptation and creativity. This traditional Fair is a way of promoting the artists and celebrating the uniqueness of art and heritage.

Anchorage International Film Festival in Anchorage, Alaska

Saturday, June 21st, 2008

Anchorage International Film Festival in Anchorage, Alaska

Date: Dec 5, 2008 - Dec 14, 2008
Time: Various
Location: varies
More Info: www.anchoragefilmfestival.com

The provocative showcase of some of the best independent film and video from around the world in a 10-day, multi-location event. Screening at the Bear Tooth, Regal Cinemas, Bernie’s and other Anchorage locations.

Contact Information: (907) 338-3690

Holiday Food & Gift Festival in Anchorage, Alaska

Saturday, June 21st, 2008

Holiday Food & Gift Festival in Anchorage, Alaska

Date: Nov 7, 2008 - Nov 9, 2008
Time: 12 - 6 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sunday
Location: Dena’ina Civic & Convention Center
More Info: www.anchoragemarkets.com

An old-fashioned holiday bazaar with hand-crafted ornaments, baskets, quilts, candles, antiques and collectibles. Enjoy carolers, choirs, brass ensembles, live nativity performances, Santa and fun activities for the kids. Free admission and parking.

Contact Information: (907) 272-5634

Alaska Festival in Anchorage, Alaska

Saturday, June 21st, 2008

Alaska Festival in Anchorage, Alaska

Date: Oct 10, 2008 - Oct 26, 2008
Time: various events at various times
Location: Various locations and times
More Info: www.anchorage.net/AlaskaFest

Two jam-packed weeks of festivities and retail events in Anchorage to celebrate the turn of the season. Food, entertainment, shopping and theatre - it’s all happening in Anchorage this fall.

Anchorage July 4th Celebration and Downtown Parade in Anchorage, Alaska

Saturday, June 21st, 2008

Anchorage July 4th Celebration and Downtown Parade in Anchorage, Alaska

Date: Jul 4, 2008
Time: 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Location: Delaney Park Strip

Celebrate America’s birthday on July 4th in true Alaska style. Daylong activities feature a combination of patriotic celebrations, cultural showcases, a parade, picnic and family activities.

Contact Information: (907) 279-7500

Anchorage Pride Festival 2008 in Anchorage, Alaska

Saturday, June 21st, 2008

Anchorage Pride Festival 2008 in Anchorage, Alaska

Date: Jun 20, 2008 - Jun 29, 2008
Time: varies
Location: Various
More Info: www.anchoragepride.com

Come celebrate Big Wild Gay Life at Alaska’s largest annual GAY PRIDE celebration of year. PrideFest explodes June 20-29 at venues across Anchorage. The highlight is the Celebrating Diversity Parade at 11am on June 28 along Delaney Park Strip (9th Ave to K St), followed by Pride on the Park Strip festival noon-6pm. This all-ages event features live entertainment, vendors, official PrideFest commemorative items, great food, and lots of fabulous Queens, of course!

Contact Information: info@anchoragepride.com