Top Events This Week in Alaska — May 4–10
Another week of adventure awaits across the Last Frontier. From May 4–10, we've rounded up 27 events worth your time — whether you're chasing live music, outdoor excursions, or community gatherings.
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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...
Southcentral
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.
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Southeast
Coffee Tea and Chat for Patients & Family
Wednesday, May 6 · 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM · Bartlett Hospital Cafeteria : park out back, Juneau
Story style conversations to connect the community with BRH to improve careEvent info: www.bartletthospital.orgContact:
NAMI DBT Skills Workshop
Thursday, May 7 · 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM · Juneau, Juneau · Free
1st Wednesday of the Month5:30-6:308711 Teal Street (Teal Street Center)Learn & practice dialectical behavior therapy (D
Science On Tap
Friday, May 8 · 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM · Devil's Club Downstairs, Juneau · Free
Every First Thursday of the Month.In collaboration with the UAS. Science On Tap brings local scientists into the Taproom
Juneau Maritime Festival
Saturday, May 9 · 10:00 – 18:00 · Downtown Juneau, Juneau · Free
Celebration of Juneau's maritime heritage with live music, food, and ferry rides.
SAIL Wildlife Cruise Fundraiser
Saturday, May 9 · 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM · Meeting at Statter Harbor, Juneau
Join us for our Annual Wildlife Cruises, where breathtaking views meet an amazing goal, supporting personal independence
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Plan Your Week
That's the roundup for May 4–10. Whether you're a local or visiting the Last Frontier, there's something for everyone this week.
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