Hailing from Springfield, MA, King Saison blends eclectic jam, hippie country funk, and fiery rock, creating a charcuterie board of musical flavors that keeps audiences hooked. Led by Jeff King […]
Community bicycle event
Ticketed event
Golf tournament
Community planting event
Book signing event
Fundraiser, live music
Free Live Music
Ticketed event
Community walk/run
Horsemanship event
Standup Comedy
Ticketed event/class
Melancholy crooning from Manchester meets hardcore horror punk from New Jersey. The Mismiths bring you their original songs with the classic feel of the Smiths and Misfits. These five handsome […]
Small Business Expo,
Kids Kupboard Fundraiser
Celebration, farmers market, music, art, food trucks
Ticketed event
Celebration, farmers market, music, art, food trucks
Free Live Music
4H Benefit Concert
Free Live Music
Alaska's favorite band! Woody, Larry, Jimmy, and Andy combine original music, fresh lyrics, amazing musicianship and magical harmonies. Every Cooks show is worthy of a road trip to go and […]
Celebration
Community walk/run
Trombonist and singer/songwriter Natalie Cressman and composer, guitarist, and singer Ian Faquini have created a uniquely intimate duo collaboration, drawing from impressionism, jazz, and the great Brazilian songwriting tradition. Their original […]
Ticketed event
Ticketed event
Community walk/run
The Alaskan Scottish Club is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization established to cultivate knowledge and understanding of, an appreciation for, and an interest in Scottish art, literature, music, athletic sports, […]
Free Live Music
Ticketed Event/ Kids Kupboard Fundraiser
Ticketed Event
Hosted by AKtive Soles Performance Footwear. This run/walk/roll takes place EVERY Monday at 6pm. *If a holiday lands on a Monday, Happy Run will be on Tuesday* There is a […]
The Triple Black Diamonds is a diverse band specializing in rock-n-roll, blues, classic rock, reggae, country and western.
The Ken Peltier band has that unique ability to blend it’s deep country roots with classic Americana rock & blues. Ken’s top notch musicianship and down home charisma make the […]
Jerry Wessling is a high energy Alaskan Country artist and singer-songwriter. Known for his high-flying guitar skills and interactive stage show, Jerry sings songs of Alaska, old and new classics, […]
Hosted by AKtive Soles Performance Footwear. This run/walk/roll takes place EVERY Monday at 6pm. *If a holiday lands on a Monday, Happy Run will be on Tuesday* There is a […]
About Ladies Night Out(doors): Explore a local trail/area in the company of women! We hope these events will bring together women new to hiking and adventuring (or new to the […]
Path to Bantry is an electronic alternative band. The Robotz-just some cartoon robots from outer space making music.
Friday Fling is Palmer’s premier outdoor farmers market! This Fling lasts all summer long, and proudly hosts a variety of favorites for your enjoyment. Quality locally-grown produce and handmade goods […]
. This is a FREE all ages show. Attendees under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. ABBAlaska is Anchorage’s favorite ABBA tribute band, delivering a lively, authentic […]
Join us in the land of the midnight sun for the fourth year of AKtive's Backyard Ultra!The race will be held at Government Peak Recreation Area, the backyard of Alaska’s […]
Get Ready, Alaska! We’re thrilled to announce Underground Pride 2025 is happening on July 12th, 2025 in the Mat-Su Valley! A day of love, joy, and connection celebrating the LGBTQIA2S+ community […]
Woodrow’s well-crafted songs are influenced by the hooky melodies of artists like The Rolling Stones and Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers coupled with beautiful dynamics and Alaskan themes.Woodrow features songwriter […]
49th State Street Rodders Annual Country Cutts Car Show Sunday July 13h from Noon to 4:00pm. The address is 432 S. Alaska Street Downtown Palmer. As with all our shows […]
Hosted by AKtive Soles Performance Footwear. This run/walk/roll takes place EVERY Monday at 6pm. *If a holiday lands on a Monday, Happy Run will be on Tuesday* There is a […]
The Matanuska Community Farmers’ Market is a family friendly farm and food-specific market that welcomes all patrons. We aim to offer the community access to locally, sustainably, and naturally grown, […]
Wednesdays from 4-7pm, outdoors mid-June through the end of September. Fall markets in October & November will be held indoors at the church. United Protestant Church parking lot in downtown […]
Alaska string band/trio featuring players from all over Alaska. Let's Dance!
It’s time for Alaska to have its first Vanlife Gathering/ Traveler’s Festival. Never before has Alaska seen this type of event, centered around community, camping and education. This 4 day, […]
Friday Fling is Palmer’s premier outdoor farmers market! This Fling lasts all summer long, and proudly hosts a variety of favorites for your enjoyment. Quality locally-grown produce and handmade goods […]
Get ready for an epic weekend of music and racing! Join us Friday night for a concert featuring Carsyn Gray, a racecar driver and country music artist from North Carolina, […]
Fireweed Fiddle is an acoustic band that plays original tunes and unexpected covers. We have a wide range of influences and we play whatever we think is fun for us […]
Welcome back to our 4th Annual Government Peak Enduro and Chainbreaker XC Races! We are back again and will be racing in two different formats throughout the day on Saturday, […]
The Palmer Museum of History & Art is hosting an "Arts in the Garden" event on July 19th, 2025, from 10 am to 4 pm. This family-friendly event will feature local artists, […]
Bishop’s Attic is turning 50—and YOU’RE invited to celebrate with us! Join us all day on July 19th at 840 South Bailey Street at Bishop’s Attic II in Palmer for […]
Come join us for a fun fiber filled weekend with local vendors and various animals that help produce the yarn. We will have a wonderful variety of classes and demonstrations […]
Join Bartram and Soren, Prince and Prince Consort of Oertha, as they search for their successors and continue to celebrate 40 years of living the Dream in Oertha. Cheer on […]
Chain Station is a high energy 4-piece string band from the front range of Colorado's Rocky Mountains. Join them at the Hatcher Pass lodge for a night of boot scootin' […]
Anchorage-born Matt Hopper & The Roman Candles deliver bluesy, roots-rock with indie spirit and psychedelic flair. Led by longtime Alaskan songwriter Matt Hopper, their sound blends Tom Petty-style heartland rock […]
We’ll be hiking at a leisurely pace for a little over 3 miles with about 1,500’ of elevation gain. Blueberry Knoll, in Government Peak Recreation Area, offers stunning views of […]
Hosted by AKtive Soles Performance Footwear. This run/walk/roll takes place EVERY Monday at 6pm. *If a holiday lands on a Monday, Happy Run will be on Tuesday* There is a […]
Any price for a slice or buy the whole pie! Wednesday, July 23rd we'll hold our annual pie fundraiser at the market – there will be donation-based pie by the […]
Join Revel for a biking trip around Eklutna Lakeside Trail. Biking the Eklutna lakeshore trail is a rite of passage for Alaskan adventurers! We’ll plan to pedal from the day-use […]
"The Honky Tonk Rebel"- Born in 1986, Mario Carboni is a one of a kind pianist and vocalist from the great state of Oregon. “I started playing piano at the age […]
Celebrate Palmer is a fun and festive community event that brings neighbors together to recognize the people and places that make Palmer shine. Residents show off their green thumbs in […]
Friday Fling is Palmer’s premier outdoor farmers market! This Fling lasts all summer long, and proudly hosts a variety of favorites for your enjoyment. Quality locally-grown produce and handmade goods […]
Ticketed even Come out for Test n' Tune, Grudge Matches and No Prep night at the track. Want to be on the Fastest Street Car list? Drive in and see […]
Palmer Museum members can purchase tickets starting May 1 at 10am through May 9. Nonmembers can purchase tickets beginning May 10.
Join the Palmer Museum of History and Art to take a Tour of the Mediterranean, featuring unique wines from that region. You can choose to sign in at 4:30pm or 5:30pm, collect your hand-painted glass, and start to sample at the eight local stops.
The Palmer Wine Walk is a fundraiser for the Palmer Museum of History and Art, held every year in July, visiting downtown business stops. Each business is open exclusively to […]
This is a FREE all ages show. Attendees under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Get ready to party like it's 1985! Anchorage’s premier ‘80s tribute band, […]
Zornhau Alaska and Anchorage Schola Saint George are joining forces to put on our inaugural sword work shop weekend!One and a half days of classes workshops and free sparring!Please submit […]
Shakedown Strings, a Kansas City, MO based trio, consisting of Adam Galblum on vocals and violin, Clayton DeLong on vocals and acoustic guitar, and Rick Willoughby on vocals and upright […]
Join Ute Olsson of Borealkraut for a workshop all about printing with plant material. Choose plain or a naturally-dyed background color, then arrange fresh leaves over silk to create your […]
Hosted by AKtive Soles Performance Footwear. This run/walk/roll takes place EVERY Monday at 6pm. *If a holiday lands on a Monday, Happy Run will be on Tuesday* There is a […]
It's Cemetery Tour Time!Celebrate 90 Years of the Matanuska Colony: Tickets On Sale Now!STORIES in STONE – Palmer Pioneer Cemetery Walking TourIn honor of the 90th anniversary of the Matanuska […]
High Step Society is a high-flying, beat-dropping, big band dance party with an ear to the past, and both feet on the gas. Sultry and effervescent, low-down, dirty and mean, […]
The Palmer Museum of History and Art is excited to share a new traveling exhibit with the community. At the heart of our work is a deep commitment to inspiring, […]
H3 is a Polynesian reggae band from Anchorage, Alaska, known for their three-part harmonies. The band’s name, H3, is a reference to both their vocal harmonies and a highway in Hawaii. The band […]
H3 is a Polynesian reggae band from Anchorage, Alaska, known for their three-part harmonies. The band’s name, H3, is a reference to both their vocal harmonies and a highway in Hawaii. The band […]
The Hatcher Pass Races have become a staple in the Alaska running community, not just for the incredible location but also for the intense elevation gain/loss. The first 25 miles […]
The session is one of three between now and October, all part of our growing vision as Rebarchek Farm being a living classroom for sustainable food systems in Alaska. What […]
Nervis Rex has been bringing the heavy heavy monster sound to AlaSKA for over 20 years. Dance, dance, dance, dance, dance, dance..
Hosted by AKtive Soles Performance Footwear. This run/walk/roll takes place EVERY Monday at 6pm. *If a holiday lands on a Monday, Happy Run will be on Tuesday* There is a […]
Cousin Curtiss brings to the stage a fiery dynamic rarely seen by a solo act and now partnered up with the equally enigmatic and soulfully driven electric guitar prowess of […]
Cousin Curtiss brings to the stage a fiery dynamic rarely seen by a solo act and now partnered up with the equally enigmatic and soulfully driven electric guitar prowess of […]
Free Creatures presents as a powerfully welcoming invitation into an exploration of genre, feeling, and thought. A sense of loving playfulness is their main directive, even while navigating through the […]
Kellogg 3rd Annual 5K Run/WalkDate: Friday, August 9, 2025Location: Spring Creek Farm, Alaska Pacific University, 6402 N. Lossing Road, Palmer, AKCheck-in & Late Registration: 8:00 AMRace Start Time: 9:00 AM […]
Dan O'Neill will be at Fireside Books on Saturday, August 9th from 1:00-4:00pm to sign copies of his newly released book, The Impertinent Question. About the book: The Impertinent Question […]
Downtown Palmer, Hot Summer Nights Car Show Exquisite Urban Tastes Food Truck
Black Barrel and the Bad Men are an electrifying blues and soul band from Chugiak, Alaska. Buckle up for a wild night of non-stop entertainment, good vibes, and powerful music […]
Hosted by AKtive Soles Performance Footwear. This run/walk/roll takes place EVERY Monday at 6pm. *If a holiday lands on a Monday, Happy Run will be on Tuesday* There is a […]
DAILY This traveling exhibition features inventions and machines brought to life from da Vinci's codices, advanced anatomical studies, world renowned paintings, and so much more.
Medium Build is the musical project of Nick Carpenter, a nomadic artist whose sound reflects his life of movement and transformation. Raised in a middle-class, church-going family in Georgia, and […]
Starting at Government Peak Recreation Area parking lot runners will make their way up Government Peak via the race trail. Once to the top of Government Peak participants will continue […]
Top riders from the X-Games and Nitro Circus Weather Dependent
Top Team ropers, Barrel Racers and Breakaway ropers compete on the highest level
Defying a single genre and embracing unpredictability, Rainbow Kitten Surprise weaves together lyrical poetry, hummable melodies and instrumental eccentricities. Now with more than 2 billion global streams across platforms, the […]
Weird Al brings his legendary full-production multimedia comedy rock show back to the concert stage with the BIGGER & WEIRDER 2025 Tour, playing his iconic hits as well as some never-performed-live-before fan favorites. Al’s […]
Top Team ropers, Barrel Racers, and Breakaway ropers compete on hte highest level
Top Riders from the X-Games and Nitro Circus. Weather Dependent
Hosted by AKtive Soles Performance Footwear. This run/walk/roll takes place EVERY Monday at 6pm. *If a holiday lands on a Monday, Happy Run will be on Tuesday* There is a […]
Heralded by TIME magazine as the “most often sung artist in the world,” Chris Tomlin is credited with inspiring and uplifting an entire generation of believers with his music, including […]
With his magnetic presence and gritty vocals, Warren Zeiders is one of country music’s newest and most-promising stars. At just 25, the Pennsylvania native has already made his mark on […]
Rolling Stone’s 100 Greatest Metal Albums of All Time. Grammy Award for Best Metal Performance. Multiple #1s on the Billboard Hard Rock Albums Chart. These are just some of the accolades that have […]
Fireweed Spectacular Hosted by the Alaska Reined Cow Horse Association (ARCHA) Palmer, Alaska August 23–24 at the Alaska State Fairgrounds – France Equestrian Center Join us for the Fireweed Spectacular, […]
Alaska's top cowboys and cowgirls compete in exciting rodeo events
Multi-Platinum hitmaker Billy Currington has spent nearly two decades topping the country charts, tallying 12 #1 singles to his name, including four-time Platinum hit “People Are Crazy,” three-time Platinum “Good […]
Alaska's top cowboys and cowgirls compete in exciting rodeo events!
Multi-platinum selling artist Wiz Khalifa is a Grammy and Golden Globe-nominated rapper, singer and songwriter known for his chart-topping hits and genre-defining sound. Wiz burst onto the mainstream scene with […]
Hosted by AKtive Soles Performance Footwear. This run/walk/roll takes place EVERY Monday at 6pm. *If a holiday lands on a Monday, Happy Run will be on Tuesday* There is a […]
For more than six decades, The Beach Boys have been a beloved American band that remains iconic around the world. With over 100 million records sold worldwide, they are one […]
With a string of global hits and performances in over 120 countries, Sean Paul stands as Jamaica’s most influential musical export—the biggest international star to emerge from the “little island […]
Crash and Smash!
Multi-platinum, Grammy Award-winning artist/DJ/producer Zedd made his debut in 2012. Since then, he has sold over 5 million headlining tickets globally and racked up over 31.6 billion streams across all platforms. Throughout […]
Come explore the Hatcher Pass Community Market, a vibrant outdoor event bringing together the best of Alaska’s makers, farmers, artists, and food vendors every Saturday this summer! Fresh produce, handmade […]
A. M. Strickland will be at Fireside Books on Saturday, August 30th from 1:00-4:00pm to sign copies of her new book Lady Dragon. Pre-order ahead of time and receive a […]
No-Holds-Barred Freestyle Throwdown!
Foreigner, the iconic English-American rock band, has been setting the standard in rock music since their chart-topping debut in the 1970s and ’80s. Inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall […]
With his unmistakable voice, rhinestone flair and signature blend of honky-tonk, rock and bluegrass, Dwight Yoakam has carved out a singular place in American music. Since breaking out with his […]
David Spade launched his career as a cast member on NBC’s Saturday Night Live, quickly becoming a household favorite and soon establishing himself as a familiar face on screens big and […]
Hosted by AKtive Soles Performance Footwear. This run/walk/roll takes place EVERY Monday at 6pm. *If a holiday lands on a Monday, Happy Run will be on Tuesday* There is a […]
In true Sluicebox tradition, the closing slot belongs to Hobo Jim. Ken and friends honor the lasting legacy of Alaska's State Balladeer.
Palmer Alehouse brings free live music all summer long! As the summer sun returns to the Mat-Su Valley, so does one of Palmer's most beloved traditions- live music every weekend […]
Come explore the rows of dahlias & the 100’s of other flowers we grow, and get a privately guided tour of our spectacular scenic grounds & gardens. Then for the […]
With roots in Blues, Grunge, Rock, Americana, and Folk, Eel Sallad’s sound has been coined ‘Pacific Northwest GrungeGrass’—a dynamic fusion of raw energy and heartfelt lyrics. Their music spans everything […]
9/8 Matchbox Shrine with Vanessa Powell. No cost art classes for teenagers in the Palmer Community. Brought to you by the Palmer Arts Council and grants from the Palmer Community […]
Hosted by AKtive Soles Performance Footwear. This run/walk/roll takes place EVERY Monday at 6pm. *If a holiday lands on a Monday, Happy Run will be on Tuesday* There is a […]
Naomi Klouda will be at Fireside Books on Friday, September 12th from 1:00-4:00pm to sign copies of her book The Alaska Dictionary. About the book: Want to know more about […]
This is a FREE all ages show. Attendees under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Get ready to party like it's 1985! Anchorage’s premier ‘80s tribute band, […]
9/15 Cyanotype photo workshop with Dylanie Nathlich. No cost art classes for teenagers in the Palmer Community. Brought to you by the Palmer Arts Council and grants from the Palmer […]
Memphis born, Alabama raised, Colorado grown, & Alaska rooted. Roland has the innate ability to capture the character traits of what it means to be an American. He’s spent time […]
9/22 State Communication with Allison Howell. No cost art classes for teenagers in the Palmer Community. Brought to you by the Palmer Arts Council and grants from the Palmer Community […]
Join us for a Community Celebration on September 25, 2025 from 5:30pm to 8:00pm at the Palmer Depot! Celebrate our 2025 grantees and learn more about their projects while enjoying […]
The Palmer Museum of History and Art is excited to present an updated Matanuska Maid Traveling Exhibit to the residents of the Alaska Veterans & Pioneers Home! We hope this […]
Powerful and upbeat, The Sugar Strings’ eclectic take on modern Americana brims with polished instrumental arrangements and shout-to-the-rafter vocals. Poetic lyricism meets cinematic orchestration drenched in strings, horns and bombastic […]
9/29 Pottery Part 1 with Becca Houvener. No cost art classes for teenagers in the Palmer Community. Brought to you by the Palmer Arts Council and grants from the Palmer […]
The Mat-Su Trails and Parks Foundation, in collaboration with more than a dozen local businesses and nonprofits, will host the second annual Frost Fest: Winter Resource Expo on Saturday, Oct. […]
Hosted by the specters at the Greater Palmer Chamber of Commerce, Trick or Treat Street promises a family-friendly night in Downtown Palmer. Bring along your little werewolf pups and mini-mummies […]
Join us at the Palmer Museum on Saturday, November 8th, from 3–5 PM for the closing reception of the Chickaloon Tribal Council's traveling exhibit, "Ts’utsaetne': Honoring Our Ancestors." This powerful […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Get ready to spread some holiday cheer during Colony Christmas! Kids of all ages are invited to write and send their heartfelt letters to Santa Claus at our Letters to […]
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 […]