Top Events This Week in Alaska — May 18–24
Clear your calendar — May 18–24 is packed with 22 events from Anchorage to Fairbanks and beyond. Here are the highlights you won't want to miss.
Don't Miss
Memorial Day Weekend — Hope Social Club & Cousin Curtiss ⭐
Saturday, May 23 · 19:00
Creekbend Cafe & The Acres, Hope · Live Music
A Memorial Day Weekend classic — Hope Social Club AND Cousin Curtiss! From foot-stomping grooves to soulful harmonies, the perfect way to celebrate the long weekend under the midni...
Southcentral
Alzheimer’s Association 40th Annual Wisconsin State Conference
Tuesday, May 19 · 08:00 – 14:30 · Venue TBA
Presented by Senior Helpers. Power of Connection - Purpose, Partners, Progress - May 19-20, 2026
2026 Fond du Lac Regional Job Fair
Wednesday, May 20 · 13:00 – 16:00 · Venue TBA
Each 8 x10' booth will have pipe & drape, a 42" skirted table, 2 director chairs and a company nameplate.
Kodiak Crab Fest
Friday, May 22 · All Day · Downtown Kodiak, Kodiak · Free
Kodiak Island's signature festival, first held in 1958 to celebrate the end of crabbing season. Features a parade, bless
Sweet Cheeks Cabaret Presents Vaudeville Vibes
Friday, May 22 · The Broken Blender, Anchorage
Wild and bewitching burlesque. Feel the vibe and dress the part.
Aggressive RIT-Rescuing Our Own
Friday, May 22 · 18:00 – 17:00 · Venue TBA
Get ready to dive into the world of aggressive RIT techniques with our hands-on workshop - it's all about rescuing ou...
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Interior
Fairbanks Farmers Market
Wednesday, May 20 · Fairbanks Farmers Market, Fairbanks · Free
Weekly farmers market in Fairbanks with local produce, flowers, baked goods, and handmade crafts. Every Wednesday and Saturday throughout summer.
Denali Summer Shuttle Season
Wednesday, May 20 · Denali National Park, Denali Park
Denali National Park road opens for the summer season. Bus shuttles and tours operate along the 92-mile park road offering wildlife viewing and wilderness access.
Southeast
Cancer Support Group
Wednesday, May 20 · 18:30 – 20:00 · Bartlett Hospital Admin Bldg. Rm 204 and on Zoom, Juneau
Support group for for SE Alaskans at any stage of their cancer journey. Facilitated by Cancer Connection board members w
Workshop for Planning and Zoning Officials
Wednesday, May 20 · 17:30 – 20:00 · Venue TBA
This workshop will discuss the fundamentals of zoning & land use decision-making. Cost is $20 per person.
Juneau Celebration of Older Alaskans
Wednesday, May 20 · 15:00 – 17:00 · Douglas Library, Juneau
Celebrate Older Americans Month with friends and neighbors. Celebrate AARP Andrus Award recipient Bruce Botelho. No tic
Connections (NAMI)
Thursday, May 21 · 17:30 – 18:30 · Juneau, Juneau · Free
3rd, 4th, 5th Wednesday of the Month5:30-6:308711 Teal Street (Teal Street Center)Have open conversations with others wh
Great Alaska Craft Beer and Home Brew Festival
Friday, May 22 · Haines Fairgrounds, Haines
Memorial Day weekend beer festival in Haines featuring 25+ regional breweries cideries and distributors. Gourmet dinner paired with beer tastings followed by full day sampling.
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Southwest
Kodiak Crab Festival Memorial Day Weekend
Thursday, May 21 · Kodiak Harbor, Kodiak · Free
Five days of tournaments, parade, blessing of the fleet, kayak races, live music, fishing contests, and king crab on Memorial Day weekend.
Kodiak Crab Festival
Thursday, May 21 · 10:00 · Pillar Mountain, Kodiak · Varies by event
Kodiak celebrates its king crab heritage with fleet blessings, crab feasts, and parades.
Plan Your Week
That's the roundup for May 18–24. Whether you're a local or visiting the Last Frontier, there's something for everyone this week.
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