Palmer Food Bank’s new building offers more space and services
March 16, 2026
The Palmer Food Bank hands out groceries four days a week and never turns away clients, officials said.
Community
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.
Iditarod restart returns to its Mat-Su roots Sunday
March 06, 2026
Volunteers, race officials and vendors ready for Willow’s big day this weekend
Yes, there really is a hot air balloon floating around Mat-Su
March 04, 2026
The 85-foot balloon journeyed over Mat-Su neighborhoods as its owners ran a series of test flights.
Feeling ‘wintimidated?’ This event aims to lower barriers to getting outside
March 02, 2026
The annual event is set for March 7 at Government Peak Recreation Area near Palmer.
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.
'It's a win-win:' Palmer, Wasilla chambers promote shopping local with prizes, events
November 17, 2025
Chamber events aim to keep consumers in Mat-Su this holiday season.