What to do this weekend in Mat-Su (Sept. 18-20): Brews, Festivals and Recovery
September 19, 2026
There's a whole lot of fun happening across Mat-Su this weekend. Here's what to do!
What to do in Mat-Su
Looking for what to do in Mat-Su this weekend? The Mat-Su Sentinel’s weekly feature highlights the best local events, from live music and markets to outdoor adventures. Discover what to do in Palmer and what to do in Wasilla with our weekly guide to festivals, family fun and community happenings across the Matanuska-Susitna Borough.
What to do this weekend in Mat-Su (Sept. 11-13): Remembering 9/11, a trail race and drag racing
September 10, 2026
At least four events across Mat-Su will honor the Sept. 11 25th anniversary.
What to do this weekend in Mat-Su (Sept. 4-7): Giant cabbages, livestock auctions and the final state fair hurrah
September 03, 2026
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What to do this weekend in Mat-Su (Aug. 28-30): State fair stops and fair-free fun
August 27, 2026
The State Fair is the big show in town, but there are still a few other options.
What to do this weekend in Mat-Su (July 9-12): Music, markets and mountains
July 09, 2026
From Hatcher Pass to Talkeetna, the weekend has plenty for everyone.
What to do in Mat-Su this weekend (July 3 to 5): Fourth of July fun and fanfare
July 03, 2026
Parades and family-friendly festivities from Talkeetna to Glacier View are on tap this weekend as the Mat-Su celebrates America's 250th birthday.
What to do this weekend in Mat-Su (June 26-28): Highland games, music and Iditarod picnic
June 25, 2026
The entertainment calendar is jam-packed with the sounds of summer this weekend in the Mat-Su.
What to do this weekend in Mat-Su (June 19-21): Junteenth, Solstice and Father’s Day
June 18, 2026
Celebrate the longest days of summer with these many community events around Mat-Su.
What to do this weekend in Mat-Su (June 12-14): Colony Days, free music and racing
June 11, 2026
Parade, bed races and live music headline Colony Days as other events fill the Valley calendar.
What to do this weekend in Mat-Su (June 5-7): 9 fun options across the valley
June 04, 2026
From free music to baseball, there's plenty to do across Mat-Su this weekend.
What to do this weekend in Mat-Su (May 29-31): Music in parks, flings, libraries and disasters
May 28, 2026
Summertime happenings are sprouting left and right with events across Mat-Su this weekend.
What to do this weekend in Mat-Su (May 23-25): Honor, outdoors and entertainment
May 21, 2026
From the spectacular to the solemn, here are some events to check out across the Mat-Su this Memorial Day weekend.
What to do this weekend in Mat-Su (May 15-17): Festivals, fun and a gun show
May 14, 2026
Palmer's summer Friday Fling event is back for the season starting this week.