Willow and ready: Susitna Valley prepares for 64th annual winter carnival
January 20, 2026
Back-to-back weekends of community fun set to begin Jan. 23 on Willow Lake
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Discover upcoming community events in the Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska. Stay up to date on local festivals, family activities, public meetings and more. Your guide to what’s happening across the Mat-Su Valley.
Annual event a ‘one-stop shop’ for Mat-Su homeless services
January 23, 2026
Project Homeless Connect will be held Jan. 27 at the Menard Center in Wasilla.
'Chickaloonies' artists bring creativity to Palmer with free comics workshop
January 16, 2026
The family-friendly workshop looks to unlock the inner artist in everyone
No snow is no problem at Skeetawk in Hatcher Pass
December 25, 2025
The nonprofit downhill ski area has high hopes despite challenging winter weather
Annual event a ‘one-stop shop’ for Mat-Su homeless services
January 23, 2026
Project Homeless Connect will be held Jan. 27 at the Menard Center in Wasilla.
Willow and ready: Susitna Valley prepares for 64th annual winter carnival
January 20, 2026
Back-to-back weekends of community fun set to begin Jan. 23 on Willow Lake
'Chickaloonies' artists bring creativity to Palmer with free comics workshop
January 16, 2026
The family-friendly workshop looks to unlock the inner artist in everyone
No snow is no problem at Skeetawk in Hatcher Pass
December 25, 2025
The nonprofit downhill ski area has high hopes despite challenging winter weather
Celebrate Hanukkah in Mat-Su with these free events -- including a pogo stunt show
December 12, 2025
Hanukkah events are scheduled for Talkeetna, Wasilla and Palmer.
Here’s where Mat-Su residents can find fresh air and good company this winter
November 28, 2025
Outdoor meet-ups give locals a chance to exercise their social skills
What to do this weekend in Mat-Su (Nov. 27-30): Holiday cheer, bazaars, food & fun
November 26, 2025
Ready for a happy Thanksgiving weekend in Mat-Su? Here are some events you don’t want to miss.
New kid ski program comes to the Mat-Su -- and needs help getting started
November 24, 2025
Skiku aims to lower barriers to Nordic skiing for local youth.
What to do this weekend in Mat-Su (Nov. 21-23)
November 20, 2025
From music at the Glenn Massay to fundraisers for baseball, a food drive, and a charity hockey game, there's plenty to do in Mat-Su this weekend.