Alaska Greek Festival
3-9 p.m. Friday; 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday; 2800 O’Malley Rd.
The 30th Annual Alaska Greek Festival brings together the best of Greek culture in Alaska. Traditional Greek dance and music plus some of the best Greek foods, from lamb to vegan to traditional pastries.
Alaska State Fair
11 a.m.-10 p.m. Thursday-Monday; Alaska State Fairgrounds, 2075 Glenn Highway in Palmer
The 2025 Alaska State Fair moves into its second weekend starting Thurday in Palmer. There are the usual trappings, like concerts, games, rides, exhibitions, great food and much more. Admission is $19 for adults, and $14 for kids under 13 and seniors. Parking is free. Full details at the State Fair’s website.
[10 highlights of the Alaska State Fair’s second weekend]
Cool Jazz
7-10 p.m. Friday; O’Malley’s on the Green, 3651 O’Malley Rd.
Rick Zelinsky, Ed Ulman, Tom Bargelski, Dirk Westfall and Eiden Pospisil perform “cool jazz” at O’Malley’s on the Green.
The Houseplant Market
11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday; The Green Connection, 804 E 15th Ave.
Join more than 20 vendors plus fellow plant fanatics at this event that features everything from the most popular potted varieties to the rarities.
Hmong Harvest Festival
10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; Delaney Park Strip
Hmong culture and traditions will be on display at this festival filled with delicious food, performances and activities, including a soccer tournament.
Ted Stevens Young Alaskan Artist Award Recital
7:30 p.m. Tuesday; UAA Recital Hall, 3700 Alumni Dr.
Andrew Kagerer is this year’s awarded musician in this Anchorage Festival of Music annual competition. Kagerer is born and raised in Anchorage and is the first trumpet player to win the award in its 27-year history. Tickets are $30, $25 for seniors and $15 for 18 and under.
