Free Concert - Valley of the Moon Park
2025-07-24 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Anchorage) | valley of the moon park, 610 W 17th Ave, Anchorage, AK, United States
Anchorage Concert Association
Summer Concert Series
July 24 | 7pm – 8:30pm – Hope Social Club – Valley of the Moon Park
Bringing live music right to your neighborhood
The Summer Concert Series features local artists in neighborhoods across Anchorage. A partnership with the Anchorage Park Foundation, this free concert series brings people together in their own neighborhoods to enjoy live music and the beauty of our parks and trails.

Free Concert - Eastchester Park
2025-07-31 19:00 - 20:30 | Eastchester Park, E 20th Ave and Karluk St., Anchorage, AK, 99501, United States
Anchorage Concert Association
Summer Concert Series

July 31 | 7pm – 8:30pm – The Builders & The Butchers – Eastchester Park
Bringing live music right to your neighborhood
The Summer Concert Series features local artists in neighborhoods across Anchorage. A partnership with the Anchorage Park Foundation, this free concert series brings people together in their own neighborhoods to enjoy live music and the beauty of our parks and trails. Fuel up with tasty eats available from Nonkie Be’s Cajun Faves while you enjoy the show! Ride your bike to the concert and stop by the Anchorage Concert Association table to grab a free Kaladi Brothers Coffee drink card. Don’t forget to enter our drawing! Lucky winners will receive a pair of tickets to Rock the Hill or one of the shows in our 2025/2026 season at the end of each Summer Concert.
The Summer Concert Series is sponsored by Atwood Foundation and Joanne & Brian Bennett.

ABOUT THE BUILDERS & THE BUTCHERS
Portland-based folk rock band The Builders and the Butchers have earned critical acclaim for their latest album, Hell and High Water. Known for energetic live shows and audience participation, the band has been compared to Clint Eastwood for their poetic storytelling.
Formed in 2005, the band consists of Ryan Sollee (vocals, guitar), Ray Rude (drums, keyboards), Paul Seely (guitar, vocals), Willy Kunkle (bass, guitar, vocals, percussion), Justin Baier (drums, percussion, vocals), and Harvey Tumbleson (mandolin, banjo, guitar, vocals, percussion). After years of local success, they gained nationwide recognition, touring the US and Europe, and performing at major festivals like Sasquatch and Lollapalooza.
In 2024, they toured with The Dead South, including a show at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium. Hell and High Water features shorter, punchier songs and was recorded remotely over two years. The album was produced in their home studio, with influences ranging from Tom Waits to The White Stripes.
Explore the parks and artists for the 2025 Summer Concert Series at https://www.anchorageconcerts.org/community/summer-concert-series!

2025 Moose Loop Trail Challenge
2025-08-23 08:00 - 2025-08-30 17:00 | AK
The fifth annual Moose Loop Trail Challenge is a community challenge to walk, run, or bike the amazing Anchorage trails that loop around the city before the snow flies. This family-friendly event is a fundraiser for the Anchorage Park Foundation, a nonprofit working to improve parks and trails. The challenge takes place August 23 – 30, 2025 and is perfect for all ages and fitness levels.
This year is extra special: the Anchorage Park Foundation is celebrating 20 years of community-powered park and trail improvements! For two decades, your support has helped connect neighborhoods, improve access, and make Anchorage a healthier, more active city.
When: August 23 – 30, 2025
Where: Anywhere along the 32-mile Moose Loop trail system
Challenges: Bike, walk, or run a 5K, 10K, Mini Moose (25.75K), or Mighty Moose (51.5K)
Register Order Shirt Donate
New this year: A limited-edition, moose-themed shirt is available for purchase—perfect for showing off your Anchorage trail pride! Choose from a variety of colors and short sleeve or long sleeve options in men’s, women’s, and youth sizes. Funds raised from shirt purchases will directly go to the Anchorage Park Foundation, so we can continue to improve the parks and trails you love!

A big THANK YOU to our growing number of 2025 Moose Loop Trail Challenge sponsors!

Birthday Celebration - Join Us!
2025-08-28 17:30 - 19:30 | Anchorage Brewing Company, 148 W. 91st Ave, Anchorage, AK, United States
Join the Celebration: During the Moose Loop Trail Challenge week, come to our 20th Birthday Bash—cupcakes, cheers, and community fun included. Bonus points if you bike to the party!
Join us for a festive celebration of two decades of community-powered park and trail improvements across Anchorage.
Come raise a cupcake (and a glass) and help us celebrate 20 years.
Let us know you are coming – RSVP to info@anchorageparkfoundation.org

Bonny Sosa Tuesday Night Race Series
2025-09-09 18:30 - 2025-10-21 18:30 | AK
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.
Each Tuesday, starting at 6:30 p​.m., three separate race courses are set at a pre-determined location around town. The routes are known only to certain Parks and Recreation staff and volunteer course-setting wizards. While the Munchkin and Farm Leagues usually stay on heavily-used trails, the Lightning League is a different story. ​Lightning courses have been known to test your resolve.​ Learn more and register

BOOtanical
2025-09-12 10:00 - 2025-10-19 16:00 | Alaska Botanical Garden, 4601 Campbell Airstrip Rd, Anchorage, Alaska, 99507
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

Goose Lake Park - share your ideas!
2025-09-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Goose Lake Park, 2811 UAA Dr, Anchorage, 99508, United States
The Municipality of Anchorage turns 50 on September 16 and there are weekly events to learn from our past and help shape the future.
Join Anchorage Park Foundation at Goose Lake Park to help kickoff the annual fall tradition running series for Anchorage families – the Bonny Sosa Tuesday Night Race Series.
Share your ideas for the future of Goose Lake Park. Anchorage Parks and Recreation will be kicking off a master plan process for the park in the next six months. We want to share our ideas and learn yours. Learn about a new Goose Loop we have created to better navigate the UMED district and park and dreams of building a new facility at the park to host year round events.

BRR BER Challenge
2025-09-30 08:00 - 2025-12-01 17:00 | AK
The BRR-Ber Challenge (BBR) is a multi-sport, multi-distance Fall challenge to log as many MINUTES as you can over two months starting September 30 through December 1st, 2025.
You can walk, run, hike, participate in an exercise class, lift weights, ride your bike, play pickle ball, swim or log “other” for exercises not included like stand-up paddle boarding, kayaking or anything else, as long as you’re noting the duration. Next, you will pick which time duration you’d like to accomplish over the two months of Fall, with six different options depending on your goals!
You will have the ability to log your minutes, track your progress, collect virtual badges, and see how you rank up to others on the leader board daily. Invite your friends for a discount and to challenge you to stay motivated, beat the darkness and fight the Fall blues!
REGISTER NOW
A portion of the proceeds are donated to the Anchorage Park Foundation, Alaska Trails, and Mat-Su Trails & Parks Foundation

Haunted Trails
2025-10-17 19:30 - 21:30 | AK
​​​​Haunted Trails​
Friday, October 17, 2025 | 7:30 – 9:30 pm
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. This is no ​ordinary walk in the park, no​t​ for the faint of heart, intended for a mature audience. 9+ ages, with two early exits provided. Music on the beach with food truck and warming fire barrels. Shuttle bus transportation is available beginning at 6:30 p.m.​ Register
​Cost
Sign up for 15 min time slots. ​​

$15/person in advance​
$20/person at the door​

Enchanted Trails
2025-10-18 14:00 - 16:00 | AK
Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 2 – 4 p.m.
Enchanted dreams come alive as you stroll along the forest playing games, while frolicking and take pictures with forest fairies, knights gathering and hidden wizards and elves. This is where magical creatures meet brave warriors and high royalty and bring Halloween magic to life. Very limited fruit snacks distributed, mostly fun and games! Costumes are encouraged​. Music on the beach with food truck and warming fire barrels.​​ Shuttle bus transportation is available beginning a​t 1:30 pm. Register here
​Cost​
Sign up for 15 min time slots. ​

​$10/person in advance
$15/person at the door
2 yrs. and under are free​

NSAA Ski Swap
2025-10-25 13:00 - 16:00 | Kincaid Park Wax Bunker, 9401 W Raspberry Rd, Anchorage, AK, United States
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 sell
outdoor gear. There will be more than just Nordic skies! With over 100 consignors with gear
for beginners and advanced, families, and individuals at great prices.
30% of the proceeds support NSAA’s work in maintaining and sustaining Anchorage’s trail system.
Cross-country skis and boots from youth to adult sizes
Skate skis and boots from youth to adult sizes
Roller Skis
Poles of all sizes
Backcountry Touring
Alpine Skis & Boots
Ice Skates
Snow Shoes
Outerwear
Fat Tire Bikes
Accessories: bindings, skins, packs, waxing equipment, etc.

Trick or Treat Fish Creek
2025-10-31 16:30 - 18:30 | Kiwanis Fish Creek Park, 3907 E Turnagain Blvd,, Anchorage, Alaska, 99517
Join our community for trick or treating along Fish Creek Trail! This will be a family-friendly event.
* Halloween, October 31 @ 4:30-6:30pm
* Locations: Trick-or-Treat stations will be set up along the trail between Kiwanis Fish Creek Park, Woodland Park, and Barbara Street Park. Join us anywhere along the trail!
Stay tuned for our Trick or Treat station map, with each sponsor and the treats and games they’ll share… coming soon!
Join us in hosting a treat station This event would not be possible without our neighborhood sponsors!
Parking is EXTREMELY limited on narrow neighborhood streets. Please consider riding your bike or walking to this event.
Locations to start trick or treating
Woodland Park
3508 Iowa Street

Kiwanis Fish Creek Park
3907 E Turnagain Blvd,
Anchorage, AK 99517

Celebrate Trails, Volunteers, and Community!
2025-11-01 14:00 - 16:00 | Baxter Bog Park, 2434 Lunar Circle, Anchorage, Alaska
Celebrate the Alicia Iden Nature Trail at Baxter Bog Park
Join neighbors and friends for a community celebration honoring our trails, volunteers, and the rich history of Baxter Bog Park, Pfleiger Park, and the Alicia Iden Nature Trail Loop. Enjoy a guided 1.5-mile walk along the Alicia Iden Nature Trail to explore new trail improvements and interpretive signs that share the stories of the people who shaped this park and the community efforts that continue to preserve it today.
Meet at: Baxter Bog Park — Tolhurst Court & Hampton Drive entrance off Baxter Road
Date: Saturday, Nov 1
Ribbon Cutting: 2:15 p.m.

Refreshments will be provided.
Special thanks to historian David Reamer for uncovering and sharing the history of this beloved neighborhood park.Come celebrate the past, present, and future of Baxter Bog Park!
Sponsored by:Anchorage Park FoundationScenic Foothills Community CouncilFamily and Friends of Alicia IdenRodney Pfleiger and FamilyRasmuson FoundationAgnew Beck Consulting

House Party Fundraiser for a Bike Pump Track
2025-11-05 17:00 - 19:00 | house party, 1600 Hidden Lane, Anchorage, 99501, United States
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 place they learn to mountain bike. They are extremely popular. The proposed Valley of the Moon track will be similar to the one at Hilltop Ski and Bike Park.
Anchorage Parks and Recreation Department has installed pump tracks at Chanshtnu Muldoon Park and South Anchorage Sports Park, and local non-profits have built pump tracks at Mirror Lake and Hilltop Ski Area. The South Addition and North Star Community Councils have endorsed building a pump track at Valley of the Moon, and it is consistent with the Parks master plan.
All contributions will be gratefully accepted and are tax deductible.
When funds are available, Anchorage Parks and Recreation will authorize a contractor to build the pump track in summer 2026. Anchorage Park Foundation is the fiscal sponsor for this community project led by Zack Fields and South Addition and Valley of the Moon neighbors.

Tikahtnu Upper Cook Inlet National Heritage Area: Day of Storytelling
2025-11-08 09:00 - 17:00 | Anchorage Senior Activity Center, 1300 E 19th Avenue, Anchorage, Alaska, 99501
Residents from across the Anchorage-Tikahtnu Upper Cook Inlet area are coming together to reflect on who we’ve been, who we are now, and who we want to become. This is part of a growing effort to recognize the region as a National Heritage Area.

This free, 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.

The stories and reflections gathered during this event will help shape a feasibility study that will be developed following the event and submitted to the National Park Service as part of the official process for designating the Tikahtnu Upper Cook Inlet as a National Heritage Area.

During the Storytelling Event, participants will have the opportunity to:– Listen deeply to guest storytellers and learn more about a diverse range of experiences in the Anchorage/Tikahtnu Upper Cook Inlet area.– Share and record your own stories in a range of formats, if you choose.– Connect with other residents of the Anchorage/Tikahtnu Upper Cook Inlet area.– Enjoy live music, performances, and catered food.

REGISTER

Brighter Winter Nights
2025-11-29 08:00 - 2026-02-22 17:00 | Alaska Botanical Garden, 4601 Campbell Airstrip Rd, Anchorage, Alaska, 99507
Brighter Winter Nights at the Alaska Botanical Garden
Select dates November 29th, 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!
Learn more

Giving Tuesday
2025-12-02 | AK
Participate in this international day of giving by making a donation to the Anchorage Park Foundation and other causes you care about. Giving Tuesday occurs every year on the first Tuesday following the Thanksgiving holiday.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
DONATE NOW

Race Across Alaska Winter Challenge
2025-12-21 08:00 - 2026-03-20 08:00 | AK
The Race Across Alaska Winter Challenge (RAAWC) is celebrating its 6th year this Winter 2025-2026! 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 21st, 2025 and ending the last day of winter, March 20th, 2026.
You can Walk, Run, Fat Tire Bike, Indoor Bike, XC Ski, Swim, or log “other” for exercises not included like ice skating, kick sledding, stand-up paddle boarding, or anything else where you can accrue mileage. Next, you will pick which race distance you’d like to accomplish across Alaska with your choice of eight different routes of varying distances depending on your goals!
Race Mileage if you begin December 21st, 2024

60 miles = Anchorage to Whittier (0.7 miles/day)
125 miles = Anchorage to Sheep Mountain (1.4 miles/day)
235 miles = Anchorage to Denali National Park (2.6 miles/day)
350 miles = Anchorage to Delta Junction (3.9 miles/day)
500 miles = Alaska Long Trail, Seward to Fairbanks (5.6 miles/day)
800 miles = Denali Highway Loop (8.9 miles/day)
1,150 miles = Historic Iditarod Trail (12.8 miles/day)
2,000 miles = Ketchikan to Deadhorse (22.3 miles/day)

You will have the ability to log your miles, track your progress, collect virtual badges, and see how you rank up to others on the leader board daily. Invite your friends for a discount and to challenge you to stay motivated all Winter long! Register Today!
RAAWC is a Fundraiser for Alaskan Non-Profits!
Alaska Trails, Anchorage Park Foundation and Mat-Su Trails & Parks Foundation are the nonprofit beneficiaries. Our non-profit’s share the vision of supporting Alaskans through physical activity, $10 will be donated to the non-profit of your choice OR you can divide between all 3 PLUS racers can donate additional funds to support our non-profit donation goal. Since 2020 we have raised over $200,000 through racer participation and additional donations!

Winter Solstice Festival
2025-12-21 17:00 - 20:00 | Cuddy Family Midtown Park, 201 E 40th Ave, Anchorage, Alaska
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 warm fire while sipping hot chocolate and visiting with friends. Ride on a horse-drawn wagon, hop on a dog sled for a ride around the park, or visit Santa’s reindeer, and you might see Santa if he’s not too busy getting ready for his big day. Food truck goodies are available for purchase. All the activities are free to the public. There is nothing like bringing in the holiday season and enjoying the fresh air on a beautiful night in this lighted park!​

There are limited timeslots for the horse-drawn wagon, dog sled rides, and borrowing the skate assist seals. Make your reservation when you arrive by heading to the appropriate activity booth. Reservation cards are available starting at 4:30 pm.

When: Sunday, December 21, 2025 from 5 – 8 pm.
Where: Cuddy Family Midtown Park, 201 E 40th Ave.
Cost: FREE

Pick.Click.Give. Today
2026-01-01 - 2026-04-01 | AK
Pick.Click.Give. allows Alaskans to donate a portion of their Permanent Fund Dividend to causes they care about statewide.
Go to pfd.alaska.gov to pledge a donation to the Anchorage Park Foundation today.
While applying for their PFD online, Alaskans can choose to Pick.Click.Give. in increments of $25. All donations are tax deductible and donors will receive tax documentation from the State once their donations have been processed. Permanent Fund Dividend applications are available from January 1 to March 31, though Alaskans may choose to add or adjust their pledges online through August 31.
File for your PFD or add a pledge at pfd.alaska.gov.

Westchester Lagoon Family Skate
2026-01-10 13:00 - 2026-02-21 15:00 | Westchester Lagoon, 1824 W. 15th Ave, Anchorage, Alaska
There is no better way to spend a Saturday afternoon than at the Anchorage Parks & Recreation ConocoPhillips Westchester Lagoon Family Skate! There will be warming barrels, free hot chocolate, music, and everybody’s favorite skating assist seals! Westchester Lagoon is the place to bring the family or come out and make new friends. Bring your skates and join us from 1 to 3 p.m. (ice conditions permitting). Free to attend.

Location: Westchester Lagoon​ 1824 W. 15th Ave​. Anchorage, AK 99501​
When: Saturdays in January and February. Starts January 10​ to February 21, 2026
Time: ​1 – 3 p.m.​​​

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Ski 4 Kids
2026-02-07 14:00 - 17:00 | Kincaid Park, 9401 Raspberry Road, Anchorage, Alaska
Ski 4 Kids
Almost 500 children participate in the annual Ski 4 Kids event, with more than half coming from Title 1 schools, providing many students a positive outdoor experience that would otherwise not be available to them.
February 7th
2pm – 5pm
Kincaid Park

Sweetheart Skate
2026-02-14 17:30 - 21:00 | Westchester Lagoon, 1824 W. 15th Ave, Anchorage, Alaska
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 cozy up next to, music for skating the night away, hot chocolate, and a beautiful, lighted photo opportunity! Bring your skates, grab your headlamp, and join us for a romantic evening (ice conditions permitting)!

Location: Westchester Lagoon​ (1824 W. 15th Ave​.)
When: Saturday, February 14, 202
Time: ​5:30 – 9 pm

Forget-Me-Not Spring Challenge
2026-04-15 08:00 - 2026-06-15 17:00 | AK
The Forget-Me-Not Spring Challenge is a Walk-Run-Bike-Swim-or whatever collects miles challenge from April 15 – June15! 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 of Spring to support a more physically active lifestyle.
You will have the ability to log your miles, track your progress, collect flower virtual badges, so how you rank up to others on the leader board daily! Invite others to this challenge to help you to stay motivated all Spring long! Register Today
This event is a fundraiser for Alaskan non-profits!
Alaska Trails, Anchorage Park Foundation, and Mat-Su Trails & Parks Foundation are the nonprofit beneficiaries. Our non-profit’s share the vision of supporting Alaskans through physical activity, $10 will be donated to the non-profit of your choice OR you can divide between all 3 PLUS racers can donate additional funds to support our non-profit donation goal. Since 2020 we have raised over $200,000 through racer participation and additional donations!

Anchorage Mayor's Marathon & More
2026-06-20 | AK
MAYOR’S MARATHON & MORE
Each Summer Solstice the Anchorage Mayor’s Marathon, Half Marathon, 5 Miler, Kid’s Mile, and Relays bring thousands of people together from nearly every state in the union, countries around the globe, and from our very own community. There is something about nineteen hours (actually a bit more) of daylight that draws many to this unique and beautiful event. Learn more
