BUDGET EVENT DISCOVERY & COMMUNITY CALENDAR
Never miss out on local culture. Browse 100% free community events, no-cover live music, family activities, and budget outings across Anchorage.
📅 TUE, OCT 27 · 📍 Loussac Public Library (U-Med) · ⏰ 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Environmental documentary screening and community panel on climate justice. Held at Loussac Public Library (3600 Denali St, Anchorage, AK 99503) in U-Med on TUE, October 27, 2026 from 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Admission: Free.
📅 TUE, OCT 27 · 📍 Bernie's Bungalow Lounge (Anchorage) · ⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Downtown community conversation on city budgeting priorities with dinner provided. Held at Bernie's Bungalow Lounge (Anchorage, AK) in Anchorage on TUE, October 27, 2026 from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Admission: Free with RSVP.
📅 TUE, OCT 27 · 📍 Loussac Library (Midtown) · ⏰ 16:00
For Halloween week, join us for this scary environmental documentary unmasking the military industrial complex as one of the world's greatest environmental threats. Featuring Alaskans Pamela Miller and Vi Waghiyi, the film exploses the Pentagon's devastating environmental footprint, from carbon emissions and contaminated water to the destruction of communities and ecosystems around the world. Free pizza in the lobby at 4pm. Movie starts at 6pm. Q&A at 8pm. Halloween costumes encouraged (no covered faces, please).
📅 WED, OCT 28 · 📍 Loussac Library (U-Med) · ⏰ 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Caldecott Medal-winning Tlingit illustrator Michaela Goade presents her latest children's book. Held at Loussac Library (3600 Denali St, Anchorage, AK 99503) in U-Med on WED, October 28, 2026 from 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Admission: Free.
📅 WED, OCT 28 · 📍 Girdwood Brewing Company (Girdwood) · ⏰ 6:30 PM
Live acoustic set in Girdwood. Held at Girdwood Brewing Company (2700 Alyeska Hwy, Girdwood, AK 99587) in Girdwood on WED, October 28, 2026 from 6:30 PM. Admission: No Cover.
📅 WED, OCT 28 · 📍 Crimson (239 W. 4th Ave) · ⏰ 18:30
Join us every Wednesday evening for live music at Crimson. Enjoy a rotating lineup of local musicians paired with dinner, drinks, and a relaxed midweek atmosphere in downtown Anchorage. Wednesdays | 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM No cover. Reservations encouraged.
📅 THU, OCT 29 · 📍 The Workshop (Anchorage) · ⏰ 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Warm, well-lit indoor trick-or-treating for toddlers and young kids. Held at The Workshop (Anchorage, AK) in Anchorage on THU, October 29, 2026 from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Admission: Free.
📅 THU, OCT 29 · 📍 Dive Alaska (Midtown) · ⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Meet fellow cold-water divers, discuss winter dive trips, and gear up. Held at Dive Alaska (Anchorage, AK) in Midtown on THU, October 29, 2026 from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Admission: Free.
📅 THU, OCT 29 · 📍 The Peanut Farm (Midtown) · ⏰ 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Acoustic songs along Campbell Creek. Held at The Peanut Farm (5227 Old Seward Hwy, Anchorage, AK 99518) in Midtown on THU, October 29, 2026 from 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM. Admission: No Cover.
📅 THU, OCT 29 · 📍 The Whale's Tail (Hotel Captain Cook) (939 W 5th Avenue) · ⏰ 19:00
October is here: the monsters are mashing and the lanterns are jacking-o’. That means it’s time once again for Funny Jokes to Tell in the Dark! At this annual series of Halloween themed comedy shows, our tricks are your treats. Don’t miss this year’s stomach-churningly hilarious edition: Ghoul Dinner! Alaska's best stand-up comedians will go “trick or treating” for an array of Halloween candy and everyday non-candy. The more they collect, the more time on the mic they earn. The twist: whatever items they get will become a hideous concoction they must eat while telling their jokes! Twix with mayonnaise? Butterfinger shrimp? We serve it all at Ghoul Dinner. Thursday, October 29th The Whale’s Tail Bar inside the Hotel Captain Cook Show @ 7:00pm Entry is 21+
📅 THU, OCT 29 · 📍 Anchorage Museum (625 C St, Anchorage, AK 99501) · ⏰ 18:30
Rosie Rush is a singer-songwriter born and based in Anchorage, Alaska. Through warm vocals, melodic storytelling, and a gentle yet evocative sound, she turns simple experiences into powerful reflections on vulnerability. This performance highlights the songs from her newly released EP, Evelyn. Doors open at 6:15. Please use the 7th Ave. event entrance. Free.
📅 FRI, OCT 30 · 📍 Loussac Library (U-Med) · ⏰ 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Indoor mini golf course through the library stacks decorated with spooky themes. Held at Loussac Library (3600 Denali St, Anchorage, AK 99503) in U-Med on FRI, October 30, 2026 from 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Admission: Free.
📅 FRI, OCT 30 · 📍 Anchorage Museum (Downtown) · ⏰ 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Family trick-or-treating throughout the galleries, hands-on science activities, and costume parade. Held at Anchorage Museum (625 C St, Anchorage, AK 99501) in Downtown on FRI, October 30, 2026 from 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Admission: Regular Adm.
📅 FRI, OCT 30 · 📍 Colony Way (Palmer) (Palmer) · ⏰ 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Downtown Palmer businesses welcome trick-or-treaters for family fun and treats. Held at Colony Way (Palmer) (Anchorage, AK) in Palmer on FRI, October 30, 2026 from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Admission: Free.
📅 FRI, OCT 30 · 📍 UAA Fine Arts Building (U-Med) · ⏰ 5:00 PM
Contemporary art gallery opening reception featuring works by Sasha Bitzer. Held at UAA Fine Arts Building (Anchorage, AK) in U-Med on FRI, October 30, 2026 from 5:00 PM. Admission: Free.
📅 FRI, OCT 30 · 📍 Organic Oasis (Anchorage) · ⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Acoustic open mic and healthy local dining. Held at Organic Oasis (Anchorage, AK) in Anchorage on FRI, October 30, 2026 from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Admission: Free.
📅 FRI, OCT 30 · 📍 Turnagain Brewing (Turnagain) · ⏰ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Acoustic tunes and fresh beer. Held at Turnagain Brewing (7924 King St, Anchorage, AK 99518) in Turnagain on FRI, October 30, 2026 from 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Admission: No Cover.
📅 FRI, OCT 30 · 📍 Raven Hall inside the Alaska State Fairgrounds (Eagle River / Mat-Su) · ⏰ 16:00
Haunted Health Fest – FREE Family-Friendly Community Event! Dates: October 30–31, 2026 Times: Friday, 4–9 PM | Saturday, 12–9 PM Location: Raven Hall, Alaska State Fairgrounds, Palmer, AK Join Nurses for Nurses for Haunted Health Fest, a FREE, family-friendly Halloween health and wellness festival! Enjoy warm indoor trick-or-treating, explore local vendors and community resources, connect with health and wellness professionals, and participate in interactive activities, educational presentations, and Halloween-themed hands-on workshops. There's something for all ages!
📅 FRI, OCT 30 · 📍 907 Alehouse (Midtown) · ⏰ 7:00 PM – 10:30 PM
80s synth-pop and retro hits live on stage. Held at 907 Alehouse (8001 Dimond Center Dr, Anchorage, AK 99515) in Midtown on FRI, October 30, 2026 from 7:00 PM – 10:30 PM. Admission: No Cover.
📅 FRI, OCT 30 · 📍 Bear Tooth Theatrepub (Spenard) · ⏰ 20:00
Showdown presents Season of the Witch, a Bear Tooth x Showdown dance party with DJ Gre + Lloyd Van Ham. Enjoy aura photography from The Portal, tarot readings from Tales of the Tarot, Little Sister Apothecary, specialty cocktails, and more. Halloween costumes are highly encouraged. Doors open at 8 p.m. The party ends at 1 a.m. Saturday, October 31. Ages 21+ with valid ID. Tickets are $22 in advance or $25 on the day of the event; VIP booths and Skip The Line tickets are also available. $2 from every ticket sold benefits STAR.
📅 FRI, OCT 30 · 📍 Alaska Airlines Center (U-Med) · ⏰ 7:00 PM
In-state collegiate rivalry match: Anchorage Seawolves host Fairbanks Nanooks. Held at Alaska Airlines Center (3550 Providence Dr, Anchorage, AK 99508) in U-Med on FRI, October 30, 2026 from 7:00 PM. Admission: $10–$15.
📅 FRI, OCT 30 · 📍 Baxter Senior Living (4280 Baxter Road, Anchorage, AK) · ⏰ 17:00
Kids of all ages, come over Friday the 30th between 5 and 6 pm to get candy from the elders who will be dressed up and ready to spread joy in our front lobby and theater. Please come between these times as residents will be going to dinner afterwards and the candy may run out!
📅 FRI, OCT 30 · 📍 BLM Campbell Creek Science Center (5600 Science Center Drive, Anchorage, AK 99503) · ⏰ 10:00
Calling all Junior Rangers! It's time to celebrate National Fossil Day. Hop on! We're traveling back in time. We'll dig for fossils and explore dinosaurs just like a paleontologist! Junior Ranger programs are for children ages 5–9. Every child must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the program.
📅 FRI, OCT 30 · 📍 Broken Blender (Spenard) · ⏰ 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Spooky burlesque revue. Held at Broken Blender (535 W 3rd Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501) in Spenard on FRI, October 30, 2026 from 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Admission: $25.
📅 FRI, OCT 30 · 📍 Odd Man Rush (Eagle River) (Eagle River) · ⏰ 8:00 PM
Live rock in Eagle River. Held at Odd Man Rush (Eagle River) (10930 Mausel St, Eagle River, AK 99577) in Eagle River on FRI, October 30, 2026 from 8:00 PM. Admission: No Cover.
📅 FRI, OCT 30 · 📍 The Aurora Room (Anchorage) · ⏰ 9:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Halloween eve throwback party. Held at The Aurora Room (700 W 6th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501) in Anchorage on FRI, October 30, 2026 from 9:00 PM – 1:00 AM. Admission: $10.
📅 FRI, OCT 30 · 📍 Sitzmark Bar & Grill (Girdwood) (Girdwood) · ⏰ 9:00 PM – 11:59 PM
Legendary Celtic rock titans rock Girdwood's favorite mountain venue for Halloween weekend. Held at Sitzmark Bar & Grill (Girdwood) (Anchorage, AK) in Girdwood on FRI, October 30, 2026 from 9:00 PM – 11:59 PM. Admission: $25.
📅 SAT, OCT 31 · 📍 Alaska Zoo (Anchorage) · ⏰ 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Walk the spooky decorated trails of the Alaska Zoo, collect treats, and see nocturnal wildlife in costume. Held at Alaska Zoo (4731 O'Malley Rd, Anchorage, AK 99507) in Anchorage on SAT, October 31, 2026 from 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM. Admission: $15.
📅 SAT, OCT 31 · 📍 The Nave Spenard (Spenard) · ⏰ 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Special Halloween-themed interactive improv showdown with costume contests. Held at The Nave Spenard (3502 Spenard Rd, Anchorage, AK 99503) in Spenard on SAT, October 31, 2026 from 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM. Admission: $15.
📅 SAT, OCT 31 · 📍 4th Avenue between C and F Street (Downtown) · ⏰ 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Celebrate Halloween with Anchorage Downtown Partnership’s Trick or Treat Street! This free event is open to everyone and features business-to-business trick-or-treating, a spooky log cabin, a haunted trolley, a zombus and horse-drawn wagon rides. Enjoy vintage car trunk-or-treating, a photo booth, a bounce house, food trucks and music by DJ Spencer Lee. Catch Studio Pulse’s hip-hop performance at 1:30 p.m., then show off your costume in contests beginning at 2 p.m.—including one for your pooch! Attendees can also enter to win four glacier cruise tickets courtesy of Phillips Cruises and Tours. Bring your friends, family and Halloween spirit for an afternoon of spooky fun!
📅 SAT, OCT 31 · 📍 907 Alehouse (Midtown) · ⏰ 7:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Alaska's premier ABBA tribute band headlines a massive Halloween costume dance party. Held at 907 Alehouse (8001 Dimond Center Dr, Anchorage, AK 99515) in Midtown on SAT, October 31, 2026 from 7:00 PM – 10:30 PM. Admission: $10.
📅 SAT, OCT 31 · 📍 Odd Man Rush (Eagle River) (Eagle River) · ⏰ 7:00 PM
Eagle River's biggest Halloween brewery party with live music and prizes. Held at Odd Man Rush (Eagle River) (10930 Mausel St, Eagle River, AK 99577) in Eagle River on SAT, October 31, 2026 from 7:00 PM. Admission: No Cover.
📅 SAT, OCT 31 · 📍 THE NAVE (Spenard) · ⏰ 18:00
A HALLOWEEN SHOW!!! You won't want to miss this one. Dress up and have fun! We are doing another combo night of improv featuring ComedySportz with improv for EVERYONE at 6:00, followed by the adult humor of Scared Scriptless at 8:00. Snacks will be available for purchase. If you need ComedySportz tickets ONLY, please visit comedysportzanchorage.com When: Saturday, October 31st ComedySportz: Doors open at 5:30. Show starts at 6. Scared Scriptless: Doors open at 7:30. Show starts at 8. Where: The Nave - 3502 Spenard Rd. Scared Scriptless only - $18 online presale/$20 at the door. COMBO TICKET - $28 online presale/$30 at the door. Online presale ends early on the day of the show. There are no tickets to present. We will check presales in at the door using an attendee list. Adult themes are likely. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
📅 SAT, OCT 31 · 📍 The Nave (Spenard) · ⏰ 18:00
A HALLOWEEN IMPROV SHOW!!! You won't want to miss this one. Dress up and have fun! We are doing another combo night of improv featuring ComedySportz with improv for EVERYONE at 6:00, followed by the adult humor of Scared Scriptless at 8:00. Snacks will be available for purchase. If you need ComedySportz tickets ONLY, please visit comedysportzanchorage.com When: Saturday, October 31st ComedySportz: Doors open at 5:30. Show starts at 6. Scared Scriptless: Doors open at 7:30. Show starts at 8. Where: The Nave - 3502 Spenard Rd. Scared Scriptless only - $18 online presale/$20 at the door. COMBO TICKET - $28 online presale/$30 at the door. Buy Scared Scriptless and COMBO at Buy ComedySportz ONLY at Online presale ends early on the day of the show. There are no tickets to present. We will check presales in at the door using an attendee list. ComedySportz is open to all-ages. Adult themes are likely at Scared
📅 SAT, OCT 31 · 📍 Fish Creek (3907 East Turnagain Boulevard, Anchorage, AK 99517) · ⏰ 16:00
Every Halloween, a stretch of Fish Creek Trail fills up with costumes, Jack-o-lanterns, music, and kids trick-or-treating! It’s free, it’s run entirely by neighbors, and it is one of the best nights in Spenard! Join us for trick or treating between: • Kiwanis Fish Creek Park, 3907 E Turnagain Blvd, Anchorage, AK 99517 • Woodland Park, 3508 Iowa St, Anchorage, AK 99517 • Barbara Street Park, 3109 Barbara St, Anchorage, AK 99517 To help make this night unforgettable, volunteer and learn more at: trickortreatfishcreek2026.netlify.app Parking is extremely limited, so biking and walking is strongly encouraged!
📅 SAT, OCT 31 · 📍 Broken Blender (Downtown) · ⏰ 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Halloween Night grand finale! Sweet Cheeks Cabaret presents 'A Night to Dismember', an 80s prom slasher horror burlesque extravaganza in The Cheeky Room at The Broken Blender. Saturday, October 31 at 7:30 PM. 21+ only.
📅 SAT, OCT 31 · 📍 The Moose Lodge (Anchorage) · ⏰ 8:00 PM – 11:59 PM
Retro Halloween costume ball and classic hits. Held at The Moose Lodge (Anchorage, AK) in Anchorage on SAT, October 31, 2026 from 8:00 PM – 11:59 PM. Admission: $10.
📅 SAT, OCT 31 · 📍 The Paradise Club (Anchorage) · ⏰ 9:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Epic 5-band Halloween rock showcase, massive costume contest, and late-night party. Held at The Paradise Club (4430 Tudor Rd, Anchorage, AK 99507) in Anchorage on SAT, October 31, 2026 from 9:00 PM – 2:00 AM. Admission: $15.
📅 SAT, OCT 31 · 📍 Club Nyt Lyt (Anchorage) · ⏰ 9:00 PM – 5:00 AM
All-night Halloween electronic dance music rave featuring multiple DJs and laser production. Held at Club Nyt Lyt (Anchorage, AK) in Anchorage on SAT, October 31, 2026 from 9:00 PM – 5:00 AM. Admission: $20.
📅 TUE, NOV 03 · 📍 Campbell Creek Science Center (5600 Science Center Drive, Anchorage, AK 99507) · ⏰ 10:00
Calling all Junior Rangers! How do you smell, see, touch, taste, and hear the world? How do animals do it? Let’s explore our senses in nature. Junior Ranger programs are for children ages 5–9. Every child must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the program.
📅 WED, NOV 04 · 📍 Center for Safe Alaskans (4241 B Street, Suite 301, Anchorage, AK 99508) · ⏰ 15:30
Where does your teen need the most practice behind the wheel? We can help you find out. We’ll be offering free 20-minute computer-based driving assessments. Young drivers sit down at the Ready Assess station, complete a short computer-based assessment, and walk away with a personalized report showing where they need more practice. We use Ready Assess, a proven assessment that’s supported over 100,000 drivers to offer them: - A safety score showing how their assessment compares to other teens their age - Quick feedback on how they handled different driving situations - Personal tips to become a better driver - Educational videos - Better equip your teen as a driver by safely exposing them to common road hazards — from the safety of a computer-based driving tool. Location: Center for Safe Alaskans, 4241 B St, #301 Anchorage, AK 99503 Who should attend: This program is designed for teens at any stage of driving experience.
📅 WED, NOV 04 · 📍 The Nave (Spenard) · ⏰ 18:00
Calling all artists, musicians, veterans, and active-duty servicemembers! This is a monthly open mic to connect, share our art, or listen in a safe & supportive environment. No experience required. All art forms are welcome! Free admission + refreshments. Presented by Anchorage Concert Association in partnership with The Nave. This program is made possible in part, with funding by Rasmuson Foundation through the Arts in Education Fund, administered by the Alaska State Council on the Arts.
📅 THU, NOV 05 · 📍 Alaska Airlines Center (U-Med) · ⏰ 19:00
UAA Volleyball vs Saint Martin's
📅 FRI, NOV 06 · 📍 The Broken Blender (Downtown) · ⏰ 20:00
Burlesque Amateur Night is back! Burlesque Amateur Night is a fun and playful evening for everyone who has ever wanted to try burlesque and cabaret. All are welcome! Whether you’re a seasoned enthusiast or a curious newcomer, this night promises to delight your senses and leave you cheering for more! Grab your friends, sip on signature cocktails, and enjoy a fabulous night out as we celebrate the stars of tomorrow. Two nights with a different cast of performers each night!
📅 FRI, NOV 06 · 📍 Campbell Creek Science Center (5600 Science Center Dr, Anchorage, AK, 99507) · ⏰ 18:00
Traditionally, November is a time to share our stories. It helps connect us to each other and to the land. For the first hour, we’ll do generative writing exercises to draw out the story we want to tell. Our stories will be inspired by the nature around us. Then, we’ll spend some time honing our story into a structure that is compelling to the listeners. In the second hour, we will practice communal storytelling around the campfire. Our emphasis is on practice rather than presenting a polished story. For this workshop, we will start indoors and then transition outdoors, so please be dressed for the weather. It is not required, but you are welcome to bring a notebook, writing utensil, and camping chair. This event is free and open to the public. Co- hosted with the National Park Service.
📅 FRI, NOV 06 · 📍 Loussac Library (Midtown) · ⏰ 18:00
The Anchorage Friends of the Library Book Sales are among the most popular community events in Anchorage, drawing hundreds of book lovers from across the region. All books are donated by community members and library patrons. Proceeds go directly to funding library programs, materials, and events throughout the year. Admission is always free. Books are priced to sell — most paperbacks start at $0.50 and hardcovers at $1.00. Members Only Preview: Friday, November 6 — 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Buy a membership at the door! Public Sale: Saturday, November 7 — 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Half-Price Sale: Sunday, November 8 — 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
📅 SAT, NOV 07 · 📍 The Broken Blender (Downtown) · ⏰ 20:00
Burlesque Amateur Night is back! Burlesque Amateur Night is a fun and playful evening for everyone who has ever wanted to try burlesque and cabaret. All humans are welcome! Whether you’re a seasoned enthusiast or a curious newcomer, this night promises to delight your senses and leave you cheering for more! Grab your friends, sip on signature cocktails, and enjoy a fabulous night out as we celebrate the stars of tomorrow.
📅 SAT, NOV 07 · 📍 Alaska Airlines Center (U-Med) · ⏰ 19:00
UAA Volleyball vs Western Oregon
📅 SAT, NOV 07 · 📍 Anchorage Senior Activity Center (1300 E 19th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501) · ⏰ 12:00
The Alaska Humanities Forum (AKHF) is leading a public day of storytelling in November 2026 that will serve as a key moment for identifying, collecting, and sharing stories that shape Anchorage’s sense of place, history, and community. Guided by our mission to connect Alaskans through stories, ideas, and experiences that inspire understanding and strengthen communities, this event will bring together residents from across the Anchorage/Tikahtnu Upper Cook Inlet area to reflect on who we’ve been, who we are now, and who we want to become. This public event is for anyone who cares about the history and future of the Anchorage/Tikahtnu Upper Cook Inlet area—Tribal members, business owners, historians, Elders, faith leaders, artists, storytellers, teachers, youth, and anyone else who wants to connect with their neighbors and build stronger communities. Find out more about the event and purchase tickets here: https://www.akhf.org/events/save-the-date-day-of-storytelling
📅 SAT, NOV 07 · 📍 Loussac Library (Midtown) · ⏰ 10:00
The Anchorage Friends of the Library Book Sales are among the most popular community events in Anchorage, drawing hundreds of book lovers from across the region. All books are donated by community members and library patrons. Proceeds go directly to funding library programs, materials, and events throughout the year. Admission is always free. Books are priced to sell — most paperbacks start at $0.50 and hardcovers at $1.00. Members Only Preview: Friday, November 6 — 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Buy a membership at the door! Public Sale: Saturday, November 7 — 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Half-Price Sale: Sunday, November 8 — 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
📅 SUN, NOV 08 · 📍 Anchorage Lutheran Church (1420 N St) · ⏰ 16:30
Anchorage Lutheran Church Concert Series presents The Jacques Maree & Ed Ulman Quintet November 8, 2026 4:30 - 6:30 PM 1420 N Street, Anchorage AK Free Admission (Donations Encouraged) This collaboration features neo-fusion instrumental jazz rooted in rhythm and exploration. Jacques Maree-Saxophone & FX Ed Ulman-Trombone & FX Nick Petumenos-Keyboard & Synths Quentin Schenk-Bass Guitar Ethan Zawodny-Drums
📅 SUN, NOV 08 · 📍 Loussac Library (Downtown) · ⏰ 13:00
The Anchorage Friends of the Library Book Sales are among the most popular community events in Anchorage, drawing hundreds of book lovers from across the region. All books are donated by community members and library patrons. Proceeds go directly to funding library programs, materials, and events throughout the year. Admission is always free. Books are priced to sell — most paperbacks start at $0.50 and hardcovers at $1.00. Members Only Preview: Friday, November 6 — 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Buy a membership at the door! Public Sale: Saturday, November 7 — 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Half-Price Sale: Sunday, November 8 — 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
📅 THU, NOV 12 · 📍 Campbell Creek Science Center (5600 Science Center Drive) · ⏰ 10:00
Sleepy? YAWN. All the plants and animals are going to sleep! Let’s see how nature tucks in for winter. We’ll sing songs and go on a nature walk. TOTs, or Time Outside Together, is a hands-on nature program for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. This event is $5 per family; register at Recreation.gov.
📅 FRI, NOV 13 · 📍 Akela Space (Downtown) · ⏰ 7:00 PM
Join us for a screening of 'This is Congo' - a documentary following four individuals over five years living through the conflict in Congo: a whistleblower, a military commander, a mineral dealer, and a tailor. Alongside these stories, the film gives an overview of the complicated history of the Congo. For more info, check us out on insta @anchorage4palestine!
📅 FRI, NOV 13 · 📍 The Broken Blender (Downtown) · ⏰ 20:00
When the calendar hits Friday the 13th, the shadows stretch a little longer and the tease gets a little darker. Step into The Cursed Revue: A Friday the 13th Ritual. Leave your good fortune at the door and immerse yourself in a night of gothic glamour, dark wave beats, and uninhibited performance art. Our cast of midnight sirens will peel away layers of velvet, lace, and leather in a celebration of the occult, taboo, and terrifyingly beautiful. Starring: Velvet Allure Chris Wilde Femme Fatality Catpurnicus Pandora LaPush Hosted by Trixie Heart Dare to embrace the curse. Come dressed in your finest dark attire and surrender to the night.
📅 FRI, NOV 13 · 📍 Anchorage Museum (625 C Street) · ⏰ 10:00
A two-day summit with artist talks, panel discussions, workshops, live performances, gallery tours and a community fair exploring how creativity, community knowledge and collaboration can help people prepare for and respond to environmental and social challenges.
📅 SAT, NOV 14 · 📍 Kincaid Park Chalet (Spenard) · ⏰ 10:00
Join us for the 2026 Parks+Trails Recreation Fair on Saturday, November 14, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Kincaid Park Chalet. Hosted by the Anchorage Park Foundation in partnership with Anchorage Parks & Recreation and the Alaska Department of Health, and supported by community sponsors including TOTE Maritime Alaska, this free community event brings together local nonprofits, small businesses, clubs, and creatives to showcase the many ways residents can engage with Anchorage’s parks and trails throughout the year, especially during the winter season.
📅 SAT, NOV 14 · 📍 The Broken Blender (Downtown) · ⏰ 20:00
Step into a world of dazzle, decadence, and uninhibited entertainment at the Cheeky Room with Sweet Cheeks Cabaret - bringing together the city’s finest cabaret & burlesque for an unforgettable night out. Starring: Velvet Allure DeeDee S.Emme Chris Wilde Ripe Ripley Lady Duchess Hosted by Trixie Heart! Saturday, November 14th @ 8:00pm at The Cheeky Room beneath The Broken Blender Tickets at centertix.com or link in bio Feel the vibe and dress the part—audience costumes are highly encouraged, so come decked out in your best look!
📅 SAT, NOV 14 · 📍 The Nave (Spenard) · ⏰ 19:00
Explore Spenard’s unique history through short documentaries created by Adam Mackie’s West High School students, celebrating the people, stories, and culture that shaped our community. Hear from surprise “Spenardian” special guests, enjoy popcorn & refreshments, and more. It’s free! Presented by See Stories on Spenard 2nd Saturday in partnership with The Nave.
📅 SAT, NOV 14 · 📍 The Nave (Spenard) · ⏰ 18:30
The best-kept secret in town: a behind-the-scenes look at Anchorage Opera’s Macbeth, with a delicious buffet and a bar, of course! Take One invites audiences inside the creative process as singers and artistic staff explore Verdi’s thrilling score, Shakespeare’s iconic characters, and the making of the production. Discover interesting facts about Macbeth, its plot, history, and get a sneak peak of excerpts from the full production with audience Q&A. Enjoy a reception afterwards, with a complete catered buffet of food and drink. Presented by Anchorage Opera Company.
📅 SUN, NOV 15 · 📍 The Nave (Spenard) · ⏰ 11:00
3rd Annual SJF Fundaiser Help us make our 20th Annual Spenard Jazz Fest the best yet, and help us fulfill our mission to pay musicians to play music! Come celebrate a day of music, workshops & community. Join us for voice and rhythm workshops in the morning, and enjoy "Still Sound" by Jessica Lucas live in concert that evening. All proceeds support the 2027 artists’ fund. For event schedule & tickets, visit spenardjazzfest.org. Presented by Spenard Jazz Fest. Whether you're more interested in the workshops or the performances, we have tickets for you! Check out the link for more info. ••• EVENT SCHEDULE: WORKSHOPS 11 am: Vocal Workshop w/ Alyssa Fischer 12 pm: Rhythm Workshop w/ Cam LUNCH PERFORMANCES 1:30 pm: Alaska Jazz Workshop 2:45 pm: Two Rivers COFFEE 4 pm: Keeley Boyle 4:45 pm Nelson Kempf 5:30 pm: Armin Abdihodic EVENING SNACKS 6 pm: Still Sound by Jessica Lucas 8 pm: Afterparty with Dream Cat Food by Bear Tooth and others... Drinks by Denali Brewing Co and others... Silent Auction in the Lobby all day Thank you for supporting local music !
📅 MON, NOV 16 · 📍 Bear Tooth Theatrepub (Spenard) · ⏰ 20:00
Following the tragic death of her teenage son, Manuela travels from Madrid to Barcelona in an attempt to contact the long-estranged father the boy never knew. She reunites with an old friend, an outspoken transgender sex worker, and befriends a troubled actress and a pregnant, HIV-positive nun. Radio Latina is a project of Out North. Out North advances contemporary art in Anchorage, supports under-represented voices, and promotes cultural dialogue. This film represents the many intersections within our organization, including language, culture, and LGBTQ+ stories. Part of the proceeds will benefit Out North, a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization.
📅 WED, NOV 18 · 📍 Campbell Creek Science Center (5600 Science Center Drive, Anchorage, AK 99507) · ⏰ 19:00
From mountain ptarmigan hunts to pursuing waterfowl along Southcentral Alaska’s tidal flats, we’ll share stories about hunting with our bird dogs and the public lands that make those experiences possible. Our dogs have been our companions, teachers, and often the reason we find ourselves in places we never would have reached on our own. We’ll talk about the joys - and heartbreaks - of sharing a hunting life with dogs, and the ways those experiences deepen our connection to the land, wildlife, and one another. Drawing from stories in their book, The Land We Share, Christine Cunningham and Steve Meyer reflect on hunting as one of many ways people come to know and care for wild places, and on the responsibility that comes with being part of these special places. This event is free and open to the public.
📅 SAT, NOV 21 · 📍 Anchorage Waldorf School (U-Med) · ⏰ 10:00
A HANDMADE HOLIDAY MARKETPLACE CELEBRATING COMMUNITY, CRAFTSMANSHIP and WONDER. Come join us for the 9th annual Winter Faire at Anchorage Waldorf School featuring carefully created local vendors, live music, a cafe, and children's activities (including a free ornament making craft).
📅 SAT, NOV 21 · 📍 The Broken Blender (Downtown) · ⏰ 20:00
Step into a world of dazzle, decadence, and uninhibited entertainment at the Cheeky Room with Sweet Cheeks Cabaret - bringing together the city’s finest cabaret & burlesque for an unforgettable night out. Starring: Femme Fatality Catpurnicus Ripe Ripley Lady Duchess Pandora LaPush Hosted by Velvet Allure! Saturday, November 21st @ 8:00pm at The Cheeky Room beneath The Broken Blender Tickets at centertix.com Feel the vibe and dress the part—audience costumes are highly encouraged, so come decked out in your best look!
📅 SUN, NOV 22 · 📍 The Nave (Spenard) · ⏰ 12:00
This is an artist-led, annual gathering of independent zine-makers, publishers, printmakers, and advocates in Anchorage, Alaska. The ANC Zine Fair strives to celebrate and strengthen self-published culture in an inclusive, community-focused exhibition and marketplace. Free to attend, all ages welcome. Sponsored by The Nave.
📅 SAT, NOV 28 · 📍 The Broken Blender (Downtown) · ⏰ 20:00
Indulge your appetite at Decadence: A Culinary Burlesque Revue. It's a serves up a multi-course feast for the senses! We transform culinary treats into a mouthwatering burlesque show to satisfy your hunger for glamour, humor, and temptation. Whipped cream, greasy comforts, exotic fruits, bubbly champagne and more! Starring: Femme Fatality Chris Wilde Pandora LaPush and welcoming back for one show only, Violet Lee Vamp! Hosted by Muskrat Molly! Saturday, November 28th at 8pm | Doors at 7:30pm at The Cheeky Room under The Broken Blender Bon appétit—bring your appetite and leave your inhibitions behind.
📅 THU, DEC 03 · 📍 Campbell Creek Science Center (5600 Science Center Drive, Anchorage, AK 99507) · ⏰ 18:00
Join your Campbell Tract Park Rangers for an evening of holiday fun, hands-on crafting, and practical tips for enjoying the trails responsibly all winter long. We’ll explore the 7 Principles of Leave No Trace through a winter lens: staying on groomed and packed trails to protect ski tracks and the vegetation below, packing out dog waste even when it’s buried in snow, giving moose plenty of space when they’re stressed by deep snow and cold, and sharing the trail with courtesy in the dark. Instead of decorating trees, we’re decorating you! Bring your bike, favorite winter coat, hat, backpack, or your dog’s leash and collar, and use reflective tape to give them a festive, glowing makeover. Reflective designs help you be seen by other trail users during our long dark months, a simple way to keep everyone safe and considerate on the trail. All supplies will be provided.
📅 WED, DEC 09 · 📍 Akela Space (Downtown) · ⏰ 7:00 PM
As I Open My Eyes' is a film set in Tunisia a few months before the revolution in 2010, described by IndieWire as "A coming-of-age story set against the backdrop of The Arab Spring." 18 year old Farah joins a rock band, though her mother wants her to become a doctor. The movie follows Farah as she finds creative fulfillment while also dealing with family pressure and the weight of political unrest.
📅 THU, DEC 10 · 📍 Campbell Creek Science Center (5600 Science Center Drive, Anchorage, AK 99507) · ⏰ 10:00
The snow and ice are glittering! It’s time to do the brrr dance! Let’s bundle up to play outside and do our nature walk. TOTs, or Time Outside Together, is a hands-on nature program for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. This event is $5 per family; register at Recreation.gov.
📅 WED, DEC 16 · 📍 Campbell Creek Science Center (5600 Science Center Drive, Anchorage, AK 99507) · ⏰ 19:00
In our boreal forests, there is peace, tranquility, and shade to enjoy. There is also a quiet battle raging between bugs and trees. The spruce beetle bores through the tree’s bark to feed. The western blackheaded budworm is defoliating hemlocks. There is also a newly detected invasive moth called the larch casebearer that depends on trees for their life cycles. Jason Moan, Forest Health Program Manager from the Alaska Division of Forestry and Fire Prevention, will talk about what’s out there in the forest, what’s the damage, and a lot more! This event is free and open to the public.
📅 FRI, DEC 18 · 📍 UAA Wendy Williamson Auditorium (Downtown) · ⏰ 19:00
After a groovy night of boogieing down with family and friends, Clara snuggles up with her new Nutcracker doll and dreams of competing in the Pulse Night Club Dance Competition. Little does she know, her Uncle Drosselmeyer and his magical Nutcracker have a far-out plan to help make her dream come true! With some good vibes, funky threads, and out-of-sight dance training, Clara sets her sights on defeating the reigning champion - the Mousse Queen. But she’ll need more than fancy footwork to take the crown. Along the way, she’ll find help from punk rockers, jungle animals, break dancers, a marching band, and tree-hugging hippies. Will Clara have what it takes to become the next Dancing Queen? You won’t want to miss this far-out, family-friendly adventure packed with dancing, laughs, and plenty of ’70s flair. It’s sure to be totally off the hook! Two shows only: December 18th & 19th, 20206 at 7pm. Ample free parking.
📅 FRI, DEC 18 · 📍 Campbell Creek Science Center (5600 Science Center Drive) · ⏰ 10:00
Calling all Junior Rangers! What does it take to survive and thrive outdoors in the winter? Junior Rangers will learn skills like fire starting, winter shelter building, and other survival skills. Let’s stay warm, healthy, and safe while having fun outdoors. Junior Ranger programs are for children aged 5-9. Every child must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the program. The cost is $8 per child; register at Recreation.gov.
📅 THU, DEC 31 · 📍 Campbell Creek Science Center (5600 Science Center Dr., Anchorage, AK 99507) · ⏰ 10:00
Calling all Junior Rangers! Get ready to use all your senses to explore the trees in the forest. There will be TALL trees, small trees, trees with pokey needles, and trees with no leaves. There are trees everywhere! Junior Ranger programs are for children aged 5-9. An adult must be present for the duration of the program. The cost is $8 per child; register at Recreation.gov.
