Alaska’s Largest Drive-Through Holiday Light Display The holidays shine bright at the Alaska State Fairgrounds! 🎄 Pile into the car, turn up the holiday tunes, and take a magical drive through Bright Up the Night — a dazzling display of more than 70 sparkling light installations that bring the Fairgrounds to life with festive cheer. […]
Drive through a dazzling light exhibit spanning the length of the fairgrounds and featuring over 70 displays! Half of the displays are NEW and BIGGER this year! Get $5 Yuletide Festival tickets with your purchase of a Bright Up the Night ticket. The discount option pops up at the time of checkout when purchasing BUTN tickets.
This is a FREE all ages show with limited seating. Attendees under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Join us in the Upstairs Lounge every Thursday for our winter live music series featuring stripped down performances from some of our favorite artists from the big stage! Braden Rollins, multi-instrumentalist and vocalist from […]
This December come immerse yourself in our Christmas celebrations on the Fairgrounds! The Alaska State Fair has partnered with the Christmas Factory to bring you the new Yuletide Festival. After enjoying the “Bright Up the Night” drive-through holiday light display and the Christmas Factory, stay awhile and enjoy an old-fashioned Christmas-themed atmosphere on the Fairgrounds […]
Step out of the dark and into an immersive magical experience with lights aglow. Enjoy the warm glow of an old-fashioned Christmas at the Alaska State Fairgrounds this December! In partnership with the Christmas Factory, the Fair is bringing the holiday spirit to life with the Yuletide Festival. After driving through the dazzling Bright Up […]
Calling adventurers! Join us for a night of imagination, storytelling, and epic quests at the Queen’s Guard Community Center! 🎲 Ages: 18+ 🍕 Potluck & Snacks Provided 💬 No experience needed — beginners welcome! Whether you're a brave warrior, clever rogue, or mystical spellcaster, there's a place for you at our table. Come as you […]
Help celebrate the season at Skeetawk! Bring Skeetawk photos or small ornaments to decorate the community tree, participate in costume and snowman-building contests (snow permitting), or meet Santa and his reindeer (professional photos available for purchase). 10:30am-12:30 • Santa & Reindeer 10:30am • Tree decorating opens 10:30am • Snowman building opens (snow permitting) 2:30pm • […]
🎄🎅 Palmer Moose Lodge #793 Holiday Celebration – Saturday, December 20, 2025 🎅🎄 Join us for a fun-filled day of holiday cheer at the Palmer Moose Lodge #793! 📅 Date: Saturday, December 20, 2025 📍 Location: Palmer Moose Lodge #793 Here’s what’s happening: 🧥 UGLY SWEATER CONTEST Wear your most outrageous, festive, Christmas-themed ugly sweater! […]
Our Chefs have paired 6 scratch-made courses utilizing as much local flavor and ingredients as possible in each dish then cooked and served with their corresponding barrel aged beer (listed below). This is our "Duel of the Plates" themed dinner and One of TWO final full tapping of the 2025 barreled beers. With ONLY 35 […]
We are stoked… Throw on those bell bottoms and come get FUNKY with that 70’s band The Vintage Retro live at the Fishhook. This will be a blast from the past for sure. Get here early or you’ll be standing. This is an over 21 show. 9231 N Palmer-Fishhook Rd, Palmer, AK 99645
Join us for a candlelight service on Christmas Eve as we worship and celebrate the goodness of God in sending His son Jesus Christ to the world. 5900 N Farm Loop, Palmer, AK 99645
Come join us for a ladies’ adventure Ice Fishing Charter. We will meet in the parking lot of Finger Lake State Park for a brief safety briefing and fishing license check before setting out to the heated ice shelters for hot cocoa and pastries, then grab your fishing pole and catch some fish. The trail […]
Hit the dance floor with Velvet La La, Alaska's premier dance party band! 🎉 With a repertoire filled with all your favorite top party hits. 🥳 Garcia's Grill 820 S Colony Way
Kick off the New Year on the ice! Join us for the New Year’s Day Funspiel at Palmer Curling Club—perfect for all experience levels. Must be 18 years-old. Whether you’re brand new, have attended a Learn to Curl, or you’re a veteran curler, everyone is welcome for a day of fun and friendly games. Date […]
Start the new year surrounded by creativity, community, and a touch of green at the January 1st Saturday Vendor Market! Explore a vibrant mix of handcrafted goods, local foods, tropical plants, and unique finds — all made and shared by talented Alaskan makers. Shop a wide range of artisan creations including crochet and knit items, […]
The First Howl: Trails & Nog is everything you could hope for in a winter trail party...snowy trail loops, a book hunt, and a bit of eggnog to top off the festivities! TRAILS: Runners will have 4 hours to complete 3 separate loops on the Crevasse Moraine trail system. There will be a 5 mile, […]
Start the new year surrounded by creativity, community, and a touch of green at the January 1st Saturday Vendor Market! Explore a vibrant mix of handcrafted goods, local foods, tropical plants, and unique finds — all made and shared by talented Alaskan makers. Shop a wide range of artisan creations including crochet and knit items, […]
The Sunflower Beanie class by Landly AK is the perfect introduction to hand embroidery on different fabrics. In this class you will learn 3 to 4 stitches in a 4-hour period. You will be provided with all supplies needed and beanie colors will vary. You will go home with your piece, a size 5 needle […]
Seed Starting Class Seed Included Take your gardening skills to the next level this January with our seed starting class. Designed for both seasoned gardeners and ambitious beginners, this one-hour class will help you master the art of starting seeds indoors so your garden is thriving and productive when summer arrives. We’ll cover everything from […]
The Fireweed design by Landly AK is the perfect introduction to hand embroidery. In this class you will learn 4 stitches in a 4-hour period. You will be provided with all supplies needed. You will go home with your piece, 5-inch hoop, size 5 needle and thread needed to complete any left over work at […]
WINTERROMP IS HAPPENING We couldn't wait for HatcherROMP next July, so we are bringing the ROMP energy to the colder months and longer nights with the first ever WINTERROMP! Join us on January 30th and 31st! Get your tickets now for two days of music at the Palmer Train Depot with world class Alaskan artists […]
WINTERROMP IS HAPPENING We couldn't wait for HatcherROMP next July, so we are bringing the ROMP energy to the colder months and longer nights with the first ever WINTERROMP! Join us on January 30th and 31st! Get your tickets now for two days of music at the Palmer Train Depot with world class Alaskan artists […]
The ULTIMATE Business conference for women business owners in Alaska looking to skyrocket their business in 2026! This event is a cannot-miss! She Means Business is a one full day intensive, hands-on conference full of workshops, masterminds, networking, and so much more. You’ll learn the exact steps to take your Alaskan business to the next […]
Farming, gardening, sustainable living, thriving, and loving life in the Last Frontier. Details at https://akfarmandgarden.com/ Located at Raven Hal on the Alaska State Fairgrounds, 2075 S Glenn Hwy, Palmer, AK 99645.
We are so pleased to announce that we are starting a new writing club: Fireside Writers Circle! This is a beginner-friendly club meant to encourage writers of any genre. We meet the last Wednesday of the month. Our next meeting will be Wednesday, April 30th from 7:00-8:00pm. Meetings are limited to 12 spots; if you […]
Farming, gardening, sustainable living, thriving, and loving life in the Last Frontier. Details at https://akfarmandgarden.com/ Located at Raven Hall on the Alaska State Fairgrounds, 2075 S Glenn Hwy, Palmer, AK 99645, United States.
Celebrate the season of love and local creativity at the February 1st Saturday Vendor Market! Discover a vibrant collection of Alaskan artisans, makers, and small businesses offering something for everyone — whether you’re treating yourself or finding the perfect heartfelt gift. Explore beautiful crochet wearables, knit goods, handsewn bags, and leather accessories, along with stone […]
✨🎭 Join Us for The Children’s Place Mardi Gala! 🎭✨ Step into a night of elegance, excitement, and purpose at our annual Mardi Gala! This festive evening will be filled with vibrant colors, dazzling masks, and plenty of opportunities to celebrate while supporting the children and families we serve. Guests will enjoy: 💜 A delicious […]
Get ready to turn up the neon and chill out in style— Totally Polar Pride Prom 2026 is happening on Saturday, February 7, 2026, and this year’s theme is Totally Arctic, where 80’s retro glam meets Alaska’s icy magic! 💖 Why It Matters: Polar Pride Prom is the annual fundraiser for The Queen’s Guard of […]
The Third annual arm wrestling event of the year in Palmer!!! More details to follow!!! Four Corners Lounge
Seed Starting Class Seed Included Take your gardening skills to the next level this March with our seeds starting class. Designed for both seasoned gardeners and ambitious beginners, this one-hour class will help you master the art of starting seeds indoors so your garden is thriving and productive when summer arrives. We’ll cover everything from […]
Shake off the winter chill and celebrate the coming of spring at the March 1st Saturday Vendor Market! Discover an incredible lineup of local artisans, makers, and small businesses offering handmade treasures, delicious foods, and creative inspiration from across Alaska. Browse booths filled with crochet and knit items, hand-dyed yarns, and beautifully sewn bags, wallets, […]