It's trash time: Mat-Su community cleanup events begin now
May 01, 2026
Events in Palmer, Wasilla and Houston are a springtime tradition.
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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.
Menard Center concession stand raised thousands for local causes, but faces uncertain future
April 20, 2026
After 3 years and $300,000 in donations, stand operator says it’s time to call it quits
Free Mat-Su landfill coupons available until May 31
April 17, 2026
The annual coupon program gives Mat-Su property owners $25 in free dumping at the Mat-Su landfill and transfer stations.
Free ‘Josh the Otter’ pool program teaches kids how to float
April 13, 2026
The classes are hosted by local volunteers at the Palmer and Wasilla pools.
Free Salvation Army school supply event now collecting items
August 22, 2025
The event is free to attend and will include games and food.
Parking upgrades and new food stops: Here’s what to expect at the Alaska State Fair
August 14, 2025
The Alaska State Fair is scheduled to open at 11 a.m. Friday.
Free community event aims to bridge divides in Palmer
July 31, 2025
Choose Palmer — A Community Conversation is scheduled for 6 p.m. Aug. 4 at the Palmer Train Depot
It's time for farm-fresh produce in Mat-Su. Here's where to find it.
July 18, 2025
Use this big list of farmstands and produce stops to find Alaska-grown fruits and vegetables.
Annual free fair in Wasilla aims to connect Mat-Su residents with local resources
June 23, 2025
The fair will bring about 100 local nonprofits to Wonderland Park on June 27.
‘There’s hope’: Mass float returns to Wasilla Lake
June 18, 2025
The fourth annual Float for Hope is scheduled for June 21
Where to catch (mostly free) live music in Mat-Su this summer
June 09, 2025
Low or no-cost music concerts are planned in Palmer, Wasilla and Talkeetna through the summer
Connect to Mat-Su with the Sentinel's community summer bingo card
April 27, 2025
Engage with your neighbors and up your civic connection through this activity sheet.
Spring cleanup efforts return to Mat-Su with a new event coming to Crevasse-Moraine
April 24, 2025
The new Cravasse-Moraine clean-up day will rally volunteers to clear waste from the trail system near the landfill.