Saturdays, June 1, - Aug 17 from 4 - 6pm at Peratrovich Park. Enjoy a slower-paced Saturday afternoon, complete with some of Alaska’s top-notch jazz talent.

One-hour FitLot circuit classes provide a full-body workout suitable for adults of all ages and fitness levels! Tuesdays and Thursdays, Noon - 1 pm June 4 - August 29

Join us and Seeds of Change in learning more about growing berry plants in Alaska. Josh Smith (@thefrozenplantguy), our local berry expert and digital creator, will be leading this hands-on and informative experience!

We will be targeting invasive European bird cherry at the park, which degrades salmon and moose habitat and takes over our native forests. Lunch and shirts will be provided!

Join us to celebrate the new pickleball court at Scenic Park! Wednesday, August 21, 2024 Scenic Park – 7305 Hennings Way Parking on 36th Avenue and Hennings Way 4:30 pm               Ribbon Cutting with Dignitaries 5 pm to 7 pm…

Join us on a fun two week adventure to bring neighbors together and support local businesses in Anchorage. Organized by Anchorage Distillery, this event aims to connect, support, and increase community spirit in midtown Anchorage and along the Campbell Creek…

Our friends on the eastside think the Moose Loop should extend to Muldoon – so join us for a group training ride for fun, fitness and to check out an eastside add-on to the Moose Loop. You must be registered…

Meet at Pt. Woronzof for a short hike on the beach and some group writing time.

The Bonny Sosa Tuesday Night Race Series is a fall tradition for many Anchorage families, as these fun runs are like no other in Anchorage. These races are rarely canceled, even when faced with rain, snow, sleet, hail, or wind.…

Want to learn more about Anchorage Trails? Join APF's Diana Rhoades at a Trail Talk at Anchorage Distillery, part of the Midtown Sip and Cycle series. Pick up a copy of the Connect Anchorage map and a Moose Loop sticker,…

Support Anchorage Park Foundation at Anchorage Distillery from 5 pm to 7 pm to celebrate the Midtown Sip and Cycle Event. Bring your passport!    HOW TO PARTICIPATE From September 1 to September 14, pick up a passport booklet at…

BOOtanical at the Alaska Botanical Garden September 20th - October 20th 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

Registration is open! Start training now for the Moose Loop Trail Challenge, a family-friendly way to stay active outdoors all summer by running, walking, or biking Anchorage trails to prepare for the challenge. Challenge yourself to a 5K, 10K, Mini…

Discover how to stay active in our winter city at this free Parks+Trails Recreation Fair. Outdoor and community organizations will host booths, workshops, and demonstrations to show off the fantastic low-cost ways to enjoy parks and trails around Anchorage.

Celebrate the skatepark reopening at the ribbon cutting ceremony Sunday, September 29th at 2pm.

The BRR-Ber Challenge (BBR) is a multi-sport, multi-distance 2-month Fall challenge to log as many MINUTES as you can over two months starting October 1st through December 1st, 2024. You can walk, run, hike, participate in an exercise class, lift…

NSAA Gear Swap: Sunday October 12th, 2024 ~ 2 – 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 sell…

​​​​Haunted Trails​ Friday, October 18, 2024 | 7 - 9 p.m. Walking through the park for a thrill and fright at night, you will creep along the route, while creatures of the forest come alive as you try to survive the Haunted Trail.…

Winter Gear & Sports Swap at UAA Alaska Airlines Center October 19, 2024 | Noon - 5pm 11:45am – 12:00pm (Noon)  Early Bird Entry Raffle Ticket Holders allowed 15 minute early entry; Tickets available for purchase day of event and…

Haunted & Enchanted Trails event October 18 & 19 by Anchorage Parks & Recreation Department.

Did you know Cuddy Pond is part of Fish Creek? Many people don’t. That’s why Friends of Fish Creek commissioned artist Max Romey to create a beautiful art panel to tell the story of Ch’atanaltsegh (Fish Creek) at Cuddy Pond.…

Brighter Winter Nights at the Alaska Botanical Garden Select dates November 30th, 2024 - February 22nd, 2025 An exciting winter walk through the glowing garden featuring botanical themed light displays, ice luminarias, cozy firepits, a kicksled trail, and model train!…

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

Join us on First Friday to walk the newly-named Goose Loop Trail in the UMED district. It’s a three mile loop connecting UAA to the Moose Loop and the Campbell and Chester Creek Trails. Students, Alumni, Professors and friends are invited…

The Race Across Alaska Winter Challenge (RAAWC) is celebrating its 5th year this Winter 2024-2025! This is a multi-sport, multi-distance winter challenge to log as many miles as you can over three months starting the first day of winter, December…

Celebrate the shortest day of the year by enjoying all that winter offers. The Winter Solstice Festival offers activities for everyone. Bring your ice skates for skating around the oval to your favorite holiday music. Take a break by a…

Join us for Winter Bike to Work Day, February 14, 2025.

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…

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

The Forget-Me-Not Spring Challenge is a Walk-Run-Bike-Swim-or whatever collects miles challenge! Distance totals are 75 miles, 150 miles, 300 miles, 500 miles, or 1000 miles. The goal is to log as many miles as you can over the 2 months…