Weekly Roundup (Apr 28-May 3)
Hey Anchorage 👋
Feels like the city is running full steam ahead into summer… now if we could just get the weather to catch up. Snow is somehow in the forecast today, because of course it is.
This week’s roundup includes Top Picks, some new spots in Anchorage, and a full mix of events and live music. I’m also working on something new called “Anchorage Local Tuesdays” with local businesses offering perks and discounts just for locals. More on that soon.
Here’s what’s happening around town 👇
⭐ Top Picks of the Week
✈️ Great Alaska Aviation Gathering — Alaska State Fairgrounds (Sat–Sun)
One of Alaska’s most unique events returns with a weekend of airplanes, demos, and hands-on experiences. Explore 140+ exhibitors, catch STOL and water bombing demonstrations, and check out skydiving, workshops, and more. With food trucks and a youth activity tent, it’s an easy one to spend a few hours exploring. More Info
🎪 Summer Fair — Sullivan Arena (Sat–Sun)
Sully’s Summer Fair kicks off its opening weekend with rides, fair food, refreshing drinks, and local craft vendors. Expect live music, festive energy, and plenty to walk around and explore. It’s an easy, family-friendly option with classic fair vibes throughout the weekend. More Details
🎶 Yonder Mountain String Band — Atwood Concert Hall (Fri, 7:30PM)
Grammy-nominated Yonder Mountain String Band brings their signature blend of bluegrass, folk, and rock to the Atwood. Known for their high-energy, improvisational live shows, each performance feels a little different and built around the crowd. It’s a great pick for a lively night out with some seriously talented musicians. Tickets
🎭 Ruthless! — Anchorage Community Theatre (Fri–Sun)
This dark comedy musical follows an eight-year-old determined to land the lead in her school play, no matter the cost. Over-the-top and a little outrageous, it blends humor, twists, and classic theatre energy into a fun weekend show. Tickets
🆕 New in Anchorage
🌮 El Green-Go’s — Now Open
A beloved Anchorage food truck just opened its first brick and mortar spot on Northern Lights.
Expect Mexican dishes with a twist, blending French techniques and Caribbean flavors, all built around local and organic ingredients.
📍 5305 E Northern Lights Blvd
🕒 Sun–Thu • 10AM–9PM
🕒 Fri–Sat • 10AM–10PM
💻 elgreengosak.com
🚴♀️ AK Cycle Chic — Now Open
A women’s cycling boutique and community space is back with a new home in Midtown, featuring gear and guidance for all bodies on every bike.
A great spot to get plugged into Anchorage’s cycling scene, whether you’re just getting started or already out on the trails.
📍 701 W 36th Ave, Suite A8
🕒 Mon–Fri • 11AM–6PM
🕒 Sat • 11AM–5PM
💻 akcyclechic.com
🥤 Dirty Bulls Soda — Now Open
A specialty mobile soda bar bringing fun, over-the-top dirty sodas to Anchorage, mixed with creamy flavors, sweet syrups, and ice-cold bubbles.
Pretty drinks, a little flirty, and definitely extra. Available for pop-ups and events around town.
📍 Events Around Town (Non-music)
Recurring events like trivia, karaoke, and open mics now live in the Community Directory. 👉 View the Community Directory
📆 Tue-Thu
Arctic Entries Season 16 — Atwood Concert Hall (Tue, 7PM)
Storytime — Alaska Zoo (Wed, 10:30AM)
Teacher Tales — Bear Tooth (Wed, 6PM)
Men's Discussion Circle — Shops at the Castle (Wed, 7PM)
Alaska Fighting Championship — Sullivan Arena (Wed, 7:30PM)
Food Truck Carnival — Spenard Food Truck Carnival (Thu, 11AM)
Pub Run Club — Skinny Raven Sports (Thu, 5PM)
Green Thumb Class Series — Mann Leiser Greenhouse (Thu, 5:30PM)
Walk for Missing & Murdered Indigenous People — UAA ANSEP Building (Thu, 5:30PM)
🎉 This Weekend
First Friday — Downtown (Fri, 5PM)
Everyday Anchorage Art Tour — Anchorage Museum (Fri, 6:30PM)
Scott Holden Piano Concert — UAA Recital Hall (Fri, 7:30PM)
Yonder Mountain String Band — Atwood Concert Hall (Fri, 7:30PM)
Smoke & Silk Burlesque — Broken Blender (Fri-Sat)
Ruthless! — Anchorage Community Theatre (Fri-Sun)
Kids Workshop — Home Depot (Sat, 9AM)
Gathering & Bike Blessing — Dimond Center Mall (Sat, 9AM)
Pena Park Market — Pena Sport Field (Sat, 10AM)
Garden Party — Alaska Mill and Feed (Sat, 11AM)
Houseplant Market — Green Connection (Sat, 11AM)
Spring Orchestra Concert — Sydney Laurence Theatre (Sat, 7:30PM)
Scared Scriptless Comedy — 49th St. Brewing (Sat, 8PM)
Mother's Day Gift Market — Midtown Mall (Sat-Sun)
Summer Fair — Sullivan Arena (Sat-Sun)
🚗 Worth the Trip
The 86'd List Comedy — Girdwood Brewing (Wed, 6:30PM)
Taste of Hope: A Chef's Competition — Everett's (Thu, 5:30PM)
Penelope Bourbon Whiskey Tasting — Odd Man Rush Brewing (Thu, 6PM)
Valley Car Show — MTA Event Center (Fri-Sun)
Kentucky Derby Watch Party — Alyeska Resort (Sat, 12PM)
Great Alaska Aviation Gathering — Alaska State Fairgrounds (Sat-Sun)
🎶 Live Music + Dance
Wolverine Slipper — Van's Dive Bar (Tue, 9PM) · Live Music
Alex Culver — Van's Dive Bar (Wed, 9PM) · Live Music
EDM Turn Up — Double Shovel (Fri, 6PM) · DJ
Athabascan Fiddlers — The Nave (Fri, 7PM) · Live Music
Outta the House Band — Shops at the Castle (Fri, 7PM) · Live Music
Jerry Wessling Band — Odd Man Rush Brewing (Fri, 7PM) · Live Music
Blackwater Railroad — Palmer Alehouse (Fri, 7PM)
Yachtly Crew — 907 Alehouse (Fri, 7:30PM) · Live Music
Good Company — Humpy's (Fri, 9:30PM) · Live Music
The Work Shoes — Van's Dive Bar (Sat, 9PM) · Live Music
Spaffdaddy — Carousel Lounge (Sat, 9PM) · Live Music
Natural High — Humpy's (Sat, 9:30PM) · Live Music
Fuego de Mayo — Williwaw Social (Sat, 10PM) · DJ
Cinco de Mayo Party — Pink Cadillac (Sat, 11PM) · DJ
That’s the week, Anchorage
Spring is trying to show up, even if winter still has a few surprises left. Between everything happening around town and new spots popping up, it’s a good week to get out and explore a bit.
Keep an eye out for “Anchorage Local Tuesdays” in the coming weeks. I’m excited about where that’s heading.
If you found this helpful, share it with a friend or send it to someone you want to get out and explore Anchorage with.
— Klynt
Publisher, The Anchorage Local
P.S. If you’re a local business and want to partner with The Anchorage Local, feel free to reach out.