BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Alaska Business Magazine - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.akbizmag.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Alaska Business Magazine REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Anchorage BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0900 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:AKDT DTSTART:20250309T110000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0900 TZNAME:AKST DTSTART:20251102T100000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0900 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:AKDT DTSTART:20260308T110000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0900 TZNAME:AKST DTSTART:20261101T100000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0900 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:AKDT DTSTART:20270314T110000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0900 TZNAME:AKST DTSTART:20271107T100000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260501T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260501T160000 DTSTAMP:20260420T230341 CREATED:20260407T165738Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T165756Z UID:10002067-1777629600-1777651200@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Alaska Airlines Aviation Day DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Alaska Airlines \n \n \n \n \n \n For the second consecutive year\, Alaska Airlines is hosting Aviation Day in Anchorage at its hangar at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport. The free event aims to inspire aviation dreams in young people. Aviation Day provides an opportunity for young adults to learn about the various paths in the aviation industry\, as well as educational paths to a career. It’s open to children between the ages of 11 and 20. \nParking is not available at the Alaska Airlines Hangar\, so attendees are encouraged to park at the Ted Stevens International Airport snow dump parking lot off Lake Hood. Signage will direct traffic to the Lake Hood Drive location\, and shuttle will carry attendees to the hangar. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/alaska-airlines-aviation-day/ LOCATION:Alaska Airlines Hangar\, 3600 Old International Airport Rd\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99502\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/EVENT-Alaska-Airlines-Aviation-Day.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260502 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260504 DTSTAMP:20260420T230341 CREATED:20260414T184901Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T184911Z UID:10002072-1777680000-1777852799@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Great Alaskan Aviation Gathering DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Alaska Airmen’s Association \n \n \n \n \n \n During the first weekend in May\, Alaskans gather to celebrate aviation and plan for the upcoming flying season. The state’s largest aviation event attracts more than 20\,000 attendees and more than 200 exhibitors each year. The event commemorates Alaska’s vital aviation presence and the unique role aviation plays in the state. Whether a seasoned aviator\, an aspiring pilot\, or simply captivated by flight\, the event offers a lineup of exhibits\, aircraft displays\, educational seminars\, networking opportunities\, and numerous activities for children. Airplane activities and demonstrations will happen throughout the weekend\, with a free concert by Jerry Wessling from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Hoskin Hall at the Alaska State Fairgrounds. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/great-alaskan-aviation-gathering/ LOCATION:Alaska State Fairgrounds\, 2075 Glenn Hwy\, Palmer\, AK\, 99654\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/EVENT-2026-Great-Alaskan-Aviation-Gathering.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Alaska Airmen%E2%80%99s Association":MAILTO:https://alaskaairmen.org/contact-us/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260502T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260502T160000 DTSTAMP:20260420T230341 CREATED:20260326T191247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T191300Z UID:10002065-1777716000-1777737600@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Safe Summer Kick-Off DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Mat-Su Trails and Parks Foundation \n \n \n \n \n \n Join the Mat-Su Trails and Parks Foundation and friends for a free\, family-friendly event all about getting outside\, staying active\, and learning how to make the most of Alaska’s incredible recreation opportunities safely. \nThis event will feature free presentations from local experts on bear safety\, water safety\, trail etiquette\, and more. There will also be informational tables with details about local organizations and clubs\, educational exhibits\, and giveaways. Whether a seasoned trail user or just getting started\, this is a chance to connect with the community\, discover new ways to enjoy the outdoors\, and set the tone for a safe\, adventurous summer in Mat-Su. Lace up your shoes\, grab your friends\, and celebrate the season. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/safe-summer-kick-off/ LOCATION:Palmer Depot\, 610 S Valley Way\, Palmer\, AK\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/EVENT-Safe-Summer-Kick-Off.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Mat-Su Trails and Parks Foundation":MAILTO:https://matsutrails.org/contact-us/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260507 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260511 DTSTAMP:20260420T230341 CREATED:20260407T171012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T171025Z UID:10002068-1778112000-1778457599@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Copper River Delta Shorebird Festival DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Copper River Delta Shorebird Festival \n \n \n \n \n \n This annual event has been bringing bird lovers\, nature enthusiasts\, and the community of Cordova together for more than three decades. This year\, organizers invite attendees to be part of this memorable milestone\, supporting the festival that highlights an incredible migration to the Copper River Delta\, a site of hemispheric importance. Come for the birds\, stay for the breathtaking scenery\, the unique culture\, and the chance to celebrate as organizers mark the festival’s 36th year. Events range from earring-making classes\, pancake breakfasts\, pie socials\, fun runs\, and artisan markets to bird-related scavenger hunts\, bird-calling contests\, art shows\, classes on nature journaling\, guest speakers\, and group birding outings. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/copper-river-delta-shorebird-festival/ LOCATION:Cordova Shorebird Festival\, Cordova\, AK\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/EVENT-Copper-River-Delta-Shorebird-Festival.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Copper River Delta Shorebird Festival":MAILTO:https://www.coppershorebird.com/contact END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260509 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260511 DTSTAMP:20260420T230341 CREATED:20260414T185740Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T185755Z UID:10002073-1778284800-1778457599@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Valdez Fly-In and Airshow DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Valdez Fly-In Association \n \n \n \n \n \n The Valdez Fly-In and Airshow is a premier aviation event held annually at Valdez Pioneer Field airport. The Fly-In features world-class competitions\, aerobatic displays\, and a variety of activities for aviation enthusiasts and families alike. \nThe Valdez Fly-In and Airshow is hailed as the grandfather of short take-off and landing (STOL) competitions and retains its standing as the premier STOL competition in the western United States. This year’s festivities will showcase many other events\, including beach landings\, a balloon pop\, flour bombing\, aerobatics shows\, pilot roundtables\, and of course the world-famous STOL competition. From aviation enthusiasts to families seeking adventure\, the Valdez Fly-In offers an array of activities for everyone to enjoy. Attendees have the option of adding on a 1.5-hour cruise with hors d’oeuvres and cocktails on Saturday for $40 per ticket. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/valdez-fly-in-and-airshow/ LOCATION:Valdez Pioneer Field airport\, 300 Airport Rd\, Valdez\, AK\, 99686\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/EVENT-2026-Valdez-Fly-In-and-Airshow.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Valdez Fly-In Association":MAILTO:valdezstol@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260518 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260522 DTSTAMP:20260420T230341 CREATED:20251211T181941Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T181952Z UID:10002028-1779062400-1779407999@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:2026 Alaska Sustainable Energy Conference DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Photo by Photo Emporium \n \n \n \n \n \n The Alaska Sustainable Energy Conference has become the premier gathering for people from across the entire energy and political spectrum. Past speakers have included cabinet officials\, ambassadors\, current and former governors\, CEOs\, national lab directors\, and authors\, with attendees from the Arctic to Australia and from Europe to the Middle and Far East.\nThe Alaska Sustainable Energy Conference is a chance to join visionaries\, researchers\, industry leaders\, entrepreneurs\, policymakers\, and investors from across the country and around the world as they look at Alaska’s energy future. The event will kick off with a pre-conference event Monday\, May 18\, hosted by the State of Alaska and the US Department of Energy Arctic Energy Office. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/2026-alaska-sustainable-energy-conference/ LOCATION:Dena’ina Center\, Anchorage\, 600 W 7th Ave\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99501\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/EVENT-2026-Alaska-Sustainable-Energy-Conference.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Alaska Governor%E2%80%99s Office":MAILTO:https://alaskasustainableenergy.com/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260522 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260524 DTSTAMP:20260420T230341 CREATED:20260304T195110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T195122Z UID:10002056-1779408000-1779580799@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Alaska Dental Society Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Alaska Dental Society \n \n \n \n \n \n The Alaska Dental Society Annual Meeting brings dentists from across the state together for continuing education\, professional connection\, and community. Join colleagues in Seward for two full days of learning\, networking\, and time to reconnect in one of Alaska’s most scenic destinations. In addition to the annual meeting\, Alaska Dental Society has planned a family-friendly dinner cruise and Gilligan’s Island Costume Contest Friday evening; tickets can be purchased for this separate event at registration. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/alaska-dental-society-annual-meeting-2/ LOCATION:Seward Windsong Lodge\, 31772 Herman Leirer Rd\, Seward\, AK\, 99664\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/EVENT-Alaska-Dental-Society-Annual-Meeting.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260522 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260526 DTSTAMP:20260420T230341 CREATED:20260326T190626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T190639Z UID:10002064-1779408000-1779753599@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Alaska Homestead Expo and Marketplace DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Alaska Homestead Expo and Common Ground Alaska \n \n \n \n \n \n The 3rd Annual Alaska Homestead Expo and Marketplace brings together Alaskans who want to garden\, raise animals\, learn traditional skills\, live more sustainably\, and build practical skills for their families and homesteads. \nThe keynote speakers are nationally recognized educators Josh and Carolyn Thomas of Homesteading Family. Dozens of Alaskan instructors will be sharing their local wisdom. The event includes engaging workshops\, community gatherings\, onsite food trucks\, and a curated homestead marketplace. \nThe marketplace\, a two-day shopping experience featuring more than 150 vendors from across Alaska\, will take place Friday\, May 22 and Saturday\, May 23\, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The marketplace will include wellness products\, handmade cutting boards and woodcraft\, local artwork and handcrafted goods\, fresh baked goods\, plants and garden starts\, homestead tools and supplies\, small businesses serving rural and self-reliant living\, and more. This is an opportunity to support Alaska makers\, growers\, and small businesses\, all in one place. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/alaska-homestead-expo-and-marketplace/ LOCATION:Big Lake Lions Club\, 2942 S Lions Ct\, Big Lake\, 99652\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/EVENT-Alaska-Homestead-Marketplace.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR