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 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 (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.
What to do this weekend in Mat-Su (Jan. 22-25): Theater, Willow’s carnival and live music
January 22, 2026
What you need to know: * After months of erratic winter conditions that canceled many events, forecasters are calling for a calm weekend, giving residents a chance to enjoy outdoor and community activities. * Highlights include the first weekend of the Willow Winter Carnival, live acoustic music in Palmer, and two theatrical
What to do this weekend in Mat-Su (Jan. 15-18)
January 15, 2026
A local play, comedy, auditions and music are in the line up for this weekend in Mat-Su.
What to do this weekend in Mat-Su (Jan. 8-11)
January 08, 2026
It's time for a NYE re-do in Wasilla and a new play from Valley Performing Arts.
What to do in Mat-Su (Dec. 31-Jan. 3)
December 31, 2025
Looking for fun ways to ring in 2026? We've got you covered.
What to do in Mat-Su (Dec. 25-28): Friendship dinner, lights and ice skating
December 24, 2025
The annual Christmas Friendship Dinner is the big to-do of the week.
What to do this weekend in Mat-Su (Dec. 18-21): Parades, concerts, outdoor fun and basketball
December 18, 2025
Holiday fun is happening across Mat-Su this weekend.
What to do this weekend in Mat-Su (Dec. 11-14): Colony Christmas, shopping and songs
December 11, 2025
Some area events were originally scheduled for last week and pushed out due to the windstorm.
What to do this weekend in Mat-Su (Dec. 4-7): Winterfest, fancy trees, and a veteran fair
December 04, 2025
The weekend is packed with fun events from Talkeetna to Palmer and beyond.
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.