What to do this weekend in Mat-Su (July 17-19): Arts festival, music, racing and van life
July 16, 2026
Ready for some weekend fun? Activities from Talkeetna to Palmer will keep you busy.
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 (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 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.
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.
What to do this weekend in Mat-Su (Nov. 13-16)
November 13, 2025
Holiday markets, concerts, a gun show and a wrestling tournament highlight this weekend across Mat-Su.