This Week in Anchorage & Southcentral — May 4 to May 10
Southcentral Alaska stays busy this week (May 4–10) with 17 events across Anchorage, the Mat-Su Valley, and the Kenai Peninsula. Here's what's happening.
Highlights
Hopening Weekend — Blackwater Railroad & The Band Blackbird ⭐
Saturday, May 9 · 19:00
Creekbend Cafe & The Acres, Hope · Live Music
Kick off the season! The Band Blackbird — featured in Rolling Stone Magazine, award-winning Alter-Native Rock Fusion group from Anchorage. Currently recording at Cash Cabin Studios...
More Events This Week
Kachemak Bay Shorebird Festival
Wednesday, May 6 · Homer Spit, Homer
Alaskas largest wildlife-viewing festival with 198+ events. Birders worldwide gather in Homer for guided trips, expert talks, and workshops as 100000+ shorebirds migrate through.
2026 Fox Cities Employment Fair
Wednesday, May 6 · 13:00 – 16:00 · Venue TBA
What a great opportunity to make some personal connections in an ever-changing labor market!
Copper River Delta Shorebird Festival
Thursday, May 7 · Cordova Center, Cordova · Free
Annual celebration of 5 million migratory birds arriving on the Copper River Delta. Guided birding field trips, workshops, presentations, and community events in Cordova.
Kachemak Bay Shorebird Festival
Thursday, May 7 · 08:00 – 17:00 · Homer Spit, Homer
Birding festival celebrating 100,000+ shorebirds arriving at Kachemak Bay.
Anchorage Museum First Thursday May
Thursday, May 7 · Anchorage Museum, Anchorage · Free
Free admission at the Anchorage Museum with special exhibitions and extended hours.
CAOHC Re-certification - Appleton, WI
Thursday, May 7 · 08:00 – 17:00 · Venue TBA
CAOHC Re-certification Course
ADT Student Showcase: Art is Everywhere!
Friday, May 8 · Discovery Theatre, Anchorage
A vibrant dance production celebrating the beauty of creativity found in everyday life.
Asian Culture Night 2026
Friday, May 8 · Atwood Concert Hall, Anchorage
A full-length Philippine music and dance concert celebrating diverse living traditions.
Leadercast La Crosse 2026
Friday, May 8 · 07:00 – 16:30 · Venue TBA
Get ready for Leadercast La Crosse 2026, an inspiring day of leadership development and networking with more than 400...
WSSS presents Garnet Rogers in concert
Friday, May 8 · 19:30 – 22:00 · Venue TBA
Hey everyone! Come join us for a night of amazing music with Garnet Rogers at the WSSS concert - you won't want to mi...
South Anchorage Farmers Market
Saturday, May 9 · South Anchorage Farmers Market, Anchorage · Free
Weekly farmers market in south Anchorage featuring 30+ vendors, live music, and a welcoming community atmosphere. Saturdays May through early October.
Graduation Ball
Saturday, May 9 · Discovery Theatre, Anchorage
An original take on the beloved comic one-act ballet.
907 Pro Wrestling presents, ARI5EN
Saturday, May 9 · 16:00 · William a Egan Civic and Convention Center, Anchorage
Ticket prices range from $30 - $60 dollars depending on the section and view of the ring: P1 - $60 P2 - $50 P3 - $40...
Jo Koy (21+ unless accompanied by a parent or guardian)
Saturday, May 9 · 20:00 · Alaska Airlines Center - Anchorage, Anchorage
Jo Koy Live at Alaska Airlines Center
Saturday, May 9 · Alaska Airlines Center - Anchorage, Anchorage
Stand-up comedy superstar Jo Koy performs live at the Alaska Airlines Center in Anchorage. Ages 21+ unless accompanied by parent or guardian.
A Special Evening with Psychic Medium Sara Beaupre ~ Green Lake
Saturday, May 9 · 19:00 – 21:00 · Venue TBA
Get ready for an unforgettable evening full of connections with Psychic Medium Sara Beaupre at the Heidel House in Gr...
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