Events

On the first Sunday in February, women of all ages and abilities- many in colorful costumes- come out to ski approximately 4 km (2.4 miles) decorated course.

Hop aboard the Ski Train and let it whisk you away to Alaska’s untouched snowy wonderland! March 22, 2025

It's time again to dust off your watercraft and clean up the lakes! Supervolunteers with "TEAM ORANGE" have been cleaning up East and West Chester Lagoon for years, and now the love has spread to lakes! Sign up with Anchorage…

Qin Cheghi is now installed at the overlook trail next to the Glen Alps parking lot in Chugach State Park. Go visit it the next time you are on the mountain. Please join Southcentral Foundation, the Native Village of Eklutna…

Save the Date Get ready for a fun-filled day on two wheels with Bike Anchorage's annual fundraiser ride, Bike the Moose! This year’s ride promises to be more exciting than ever as we cruise along the beautiful 32-mile Moose Loop.

During the Moose Loop Trail Challenge week, come to our 20th Birthday Bash—cupcakes, cheers, and community fun included.

BOOtanical at the Alaska Botanical Garden September 12th - October 19th Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays 10:00am - 4:00pm Take a spooky stroll through the Garden and encounter harvest-themed displays! Costumes encouraged! $8/Person FREE for members & children 6 and under

Join Anchorage Park Foundation at Goose Lake Park September 16 at 6 pm

Join the Fall fitness challenge and support the Anchorage Park Foundation

NSAA Ski Gear Swap: Saturday October 25th, 2025 ~ 1 – 4 PM Gearing up with affordable winter recreational equipment is easy with NSAA’s annual ski swap. This community event is a perfect opportunity for outdoor enthusiasts to buy and…

Join us Saturday, November 1st at 2pm

Help raise $10,000 for a new kids’ bike pump track at Valley of the Moon Park. We have already raised $10,000! A bike pump track is a circular/oval shaped track of compacted dirt with rollers. For most kids, it’s the…

Register for this storytelling event on November 8th

Support the Anchorage Park Foundation on this national day of giving.

Brighter Winter Nights at the Alaska Botanical Garden Select dates December 4th, 2025 - February 22nd, 2026 An exciting winter walk through the glowing garden featuring botanical themed light displays, ice luminarias, cozy firepits, a kicksled trail, and model train!…

Anchorage Nordic Skiing Association's Solstice Tree Tour is a celebration of Winter Solstice, festive holiday trees, and healthy outdoor fun for all ages (as well as skiers and non-skiers) and is an Anchorage winter tradition! The Solstice Tree Tour showcases…

Saturdays in January and February from 1 - 3 p.m. at Westchester Lagoon

Join us at Cuddy Park Amphitheatre January 11–February 8 for five free winter outdoor film screenings featuring local films. Each screening begins at 6 PM.

​ A popular destination since the 1950s, Goose Lake is centrally located at Northern Lights Boulevard and UAA Drive. The park includes a sandy beach, playgrounds, trails, a basketball court, and a picnic pavilion. It also contains wetland and upland…

Join kids of all ages in the annual Ski 4 Kids event on February 15 at Kincaid Park.

Winter Bike to Work Day takes place on Friday, February 13, 2026, from 7am to 9am.

Sweetheart Skate ​​Fall in love with Anchorage parks at the Westchester Lagoon Valentine's Date Night Skate! Bring your sweetheart, best friend, or overall favorite person, and spend a lovely evening enjoying this FREE event! The event includes warming barrels to…