2025 Conference for Writers and Illustrators
2025-09-27 | Atwood Center Rasmuson Hall, 4455 University Drive, Anchorage, AK, United States
Photo Credit: Alaska Writers Guild

Alaska Writers Guild is partnering with Alaska Romance Writers, the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators, and UAA’s Department of Writing to bring agents, editors, and authors from across the country to assist writers and illustrators at every stage of their careers and creative processes. The conference kicks off Saturday, September 27, 2025. An optional intensive workshop and first-page roundtable session starts early on Friday, September 26.

UAA College of Business and Public Policy Showcase
2025-10-03 17:00 - 19:30 (America/Anchorage) | Edward & Cathryn Rasmuson Hall, UAA, 3416 Seawold Dr, Anchorage, AK, 99508, United States
Photo Credit: UAA College of Business and Public Policy

Alaska’s future isn’t just about the next year; it’s about the next generation. For decades, our strength has been our people: innovators, leaders, and dreamers working together to create a sustainable, resilient economy. The 2025 College of Business and Public Policy Showcase is where these voices come together. This year’s showcase explores bold pathways to long-term prosperity for Alaska. Hear directly from leaders in financial services, forestry, mining, oil and gas, entrepreneurship, tourism, and more as they share perspectives on overcoming today’s challenges, responsibly developing Alaska’s resources, and building a sustainable Alaska economy for tomorrow.
The College of Business and Public Policy Showcase isn’t just an event—it’s a movement. It’s where ideas are exchanged, leadership is celebrated, and the conversations that shape Alaska’s success begin. Because Alaska doesn’t just keep up—we lead the way.

Frost Fest: Winter Resource Expo
2025-10-04 11:00 - 16:00 | Palmer Train Depot, 610 S Valley Way, Palmer, AK, 99645, United States
Photo Credit: Revel Treks and Tours

Worried you might not have enough to do this coming winter? Check out Frost Fest: Winter Resource Expo and learn about the many winter activities available in the Matanuska-Susitna Borough during the winter months. Learn about local clubs that offer winter recreational activities, along with classes and educational events happening this winter. Catch gear demonstrations and learn how to be avalanche safe while recreating in the backcountry. More than a dozen businesses and organizations will be on hand to provide information and help residents get excited about winter.

2025 Northwest Auctioneer Convention
2025-10-06 - 2025-10-07 | Alaska Premier Auctions and Appraisals, 325 W Potter Dr, Anchorage, AK, 99518, United States
Photo Credit: Washington Auctioneer Association

The 2025 Northwest Auctioneer Convention will be held at Alaska Premier Auctions and Appraisals for a day filled with networking, learning, and fun. This in-person event is a must-attend for auctioneers looking to connect with industry professionals and stay ahead of the game. Get ready for insightful workshops, engaging speakers, and a chance to expand auctioneering skills.

2025 Alaska Business Summit
2025-10-08 - 2025-10-10 | Alyeska Resort, 1000 Arlberg Avenue, Girdwood, 99587, United States
Photo Credit: Alaska Chamber

Alaska’s top business symposium, the Alaska Chamber’s Alaska Business Summit attracts business leaders from all across the state. The summit will highlight business issues of statewide importance, host the Premier Business Awards presentation, and set the chamber’s 2026 advocacy agenda.

59th Annual Alaska Principals’ Conference
2025-10-09 - 2025-10-11 | Hilton Anchorage, 500 W 3rd Ave, Anchorage, AK, 99501, United States
Photo Credit: Alaska Association of Secondary School Principals/Alaska Association of Elementary School Principals

School principals, assistant principals, and aspiring educational leaders are invited to the 2025 Alaska Principals’ Conference, an inspiring and informative opportunity to connect with fellow educators from across the state. Learn, grow, and build meaningful professional relationships. Jeff Utecht, a global educational consultant and speaker, will speak at the event. Utecht has upskilled more than 75,000 teachers, consulted with Fortune 500 companies, and presented twice at the United Nations. With deep roots in education and bold insight into cross-generational leadership, Utecht will ignite listeners with a vision for the future of schools.

2025 Mat-Su Fall Economic Conference
2025-10-15 11:00 - 15:30 | Evangelo’s Restaurant, 2530 E Parks Hwy, Wasilla, AK, 99654, United States
Photo Credit: Greater Wasilla Chamber of Commerce

Greater Wasilla Chamber of Commerce, the City of Wasilla, and the Matanuska-Susitna Borough are partnering to address the topic of resources in Mat-Su. The 2025 conference will have a keynote speaker, lunch, panel discussion, and energy presentations. The conference aims to connect the topic of resources and resource development in the Mat-Su with the impact on Wasilla’s business community.

Learn to Return Open House
2025-10-17 10:00 - 15:00 | Learn to Return, 5761 Silverado Way, Anchorage, AK, 99518, United States
Photo Credit: Learn to Return

Learn to Return (LTR), a survival training school in Anchorage, is celebrating forty years in business with an open house. There will be guest presentations, equipment demonstrations, and food to celebrate the business’ success. Demonstrations will include a 3,000-gallon tank to highlight the new Arctic-10 Immersion suit. LTR staff will be available throughout the day to demonstrate aircraft survival trainers, fall protection equipment and Alaska medical supplies. They will also be discussing new weekend courses geared for individuals and families called Survival Saturdays, and for industrial clients, they are adding a Mobile Elevated Platform Fall Protection class. A special raffle will be held for life jackets, medical kits, headlamps, and more.

RE+ Alaska
2025-10-20 | William A. Egan Civic & Convention Center, 555 W 5th Ave, Anchorage, AK, 99501, United States
Photo Credit: The Alaska Center

RE+ Alaska will bring together clean energy professionals to discuss real-world solutions helping to spur electrification for tribal and rural communities. With a focus on the people and projects accelerating Alaska’s energy transition, tribal funding opportunities, and emerging technologies, this event seeks to bring Indigenous knowledge, innovation, and renewable energy solutions together to create a brighter, more sustainable future.

2025 Alaska Travel Industry Association Annual Convention and Trade Show: “Seasons of Adventure”
2025-10-21 - 2025-10-23 | Dena’ina Center, 600 W 7th Avenue, Anchorage, AK, 99501, United States
Photo Credit: Alaska Travel Industry Association

Join the Alaska Travel Industry Association (ATIA) for its 2025 Annual Convention and Trade Show in Anchorage in October. The event is Alaska’s largest annual gathering of tourism professionals. Network with tourism businesses, including tour operators, wholesalers, vendors, destination marketing organizations, and elected officials while learning the latest travel industry best practices and business skills. Under the theme “Seasons of Adventure,” the convention will include a “speed networking” event to develop new professional contacts, suggestions for partnering with influencers, a reception for emerging tourism leaders, and the yearly ATIA Awards Banquet and Advocacy Auction. ATIA’s convention is only available to current ATIA members.

2025 Alaska Safety Alliance Annual Membership Meeting
2025-10-22 16:00 - 19:00 | Anchorage Brewing Company, 148 W 91st Ave, Anchorage, 99515, United States
Photo Credit: Alaska Safety Alliance

The Alaska Safety Alliance (ASA) Annual Membership Meeting is where the nonprofit regional safety council’s community comes together to celebrate. With a growing network of members, ASA helps employers and employees find training they need to remain safe in Alaska’s process industries, from oil and gas to maritime and construction. The annual meeting is a perfect place to connect, share in successes, and enjoy an evening of food, drinks, and live music by the Roland Roberts Band. ASA Scholarship recipients who represent the future of Alaska’s industries will also be recognized.

The Alaska Support Industry Alliance 2025 Annual Meeting and Board Elections
2025-10-23 18:00 - 21:00 | Anchorage Marriott Downtown, 820 W. 7th Avenue, Anchorage, AK, 99501, United States
Photo Credit: The Alaska Support Industry Alliance

Join friends in the oil and gas industry for a cocktail hour, dinner, and The Alaska Support Industry Alliance annual board elections. Representatives from ConocoPhillips Alaska will give the keynote address.

A Summit on the Economic Impact of Early Care and Learning
2025-10-28 | Anchorage Marriott Downtown, 820 W. 7th Avenue, Anchorage, AK, 99501, United States
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thread’s 6th Summit on the Economic Impact of Early Care and Learning: Building Solutions and Creating Opportunity will provide attendees an opportunity to hear from local and national leaders, get the latest updates on the governor’s Child Care Task Force recommendations, and discover innovative solutions from communities across Alaska. Whether a business leader, policymaker, or community advocate, this summit is an opportunity to help build a stronger, more resilient childcare system in Alaska.
Childcare continues to challenge Alaska’s workers and business. Families, communities, and businesses struggle when parents lack access to reliable, affordable childcare. A robust childcare system is crucial for nurturing Alaska’s workforce, alleviating family burdens, supporting worker retention, and strengthening the quality of life and economy across Alaska.

Alaska Sustainable Energy Conference Workshop: The Business of Alaska Rural Energy
2025-10-28 08:30 - 2025-10-29 12:30 | Virtual Via Zoom
Photo Credit: Alaska Center for Energy and Power and Alaska Sustainable Energy Conference

As a follow-up to the governor’s Alaska Sustainable Energy Conference, the Alaska Center for Energy and Power and Alaska Sustainable Energy Conference are hosting free quarterly virtual workshops to sustain connections, strengthen relationships, and share knowledge among the energy-focused community. An August workshop discussed lessons in transmission planning.
The October workshop is entitled The Business of Alaska Rural Energy: Project Development and Operational Sustainability. More than 200 Alaska villages rely on isolated power systems and bulk fuel storage facilities as critical infrastructure for heat, electricity, and transportation. Rural energy systems face escalating burdens from aging equipment, high capital costs, limited local resources, and shrinking public funding—including more than $1.5 billion in deferred maintenance. As a result, the gap between community needs and available resources continues to widen. This workshop will explore solutions to close that gap—examining new approaches to financing projects, ensuring safe and reliable energy delivery, and strengthening local and regional capacity to support long-term community energy security.
The workshop will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. each day over two days. Look for future workshops in January and April 2026.

2025 Alaska Miners Association Convention and Trade Show
2025-11-03 - 2025-11-06 | Dena’ina Center, 600 W 7th Avenue, Anchorage, AK, 99501, United States
Photo Credit: Alaska Miners Association

The Alaska Miners Association Convention and Trade Show boasts more than 1,000 attendees representing the Alaska mining family. Convention week includes many networking events, the largest mining tradeshow in the state, representatives from all operating mines and potential mining development projects in Alaska, along with educational short courses and technical sessions.

Alaska Statewide Payroll Conference 2025
2025-11-07 | Z.J. Loussac Library, 3600 Denali St., Anchorage, AK, 99503, United States
Photo Credit: Northern Lights Alaska Chapter of the American Payroll Association

The Northern Lights Alaska Chapter of the American Payroll Association is inviting all payroll professionals to attend its statewide payroll conference, 2025 Payroll Glow Up: Flawless Finishes, Fierce Fundamentals. The day-long learning event will give payroll professionals a chance to network with peers, get up-to-date information on payroll accounting, and have a little fun.

2025 Sitka WhaleFest
2025-11-07 13:00 - 2025-11-09 16:00 | Harrigan Centennial Hall, Sitka, Visitors Dock at Crescent Harbor, 330 Harbor Dr, Sitka, 99835, United States
Photo Credit: Sitka Sound Science Center

Sitka WhaleFest celebrates marine life through science, art, culture, and adventure. Attendees of all ages and backgrounds leave WhaleFest with a deeper connection to the ocean.
The core of Sitka WhaleFest is the three-day science symposium, where scientists and knowledge-bearers share the latest research and learning about marine life. This symposium is for everyone: speakers highlight the relevance and accessibility of their knowledge to people from all walks of life. Deepen the WhaleFest experience by participating in hands-on workshops, appreciating the work of artists and performers, exploring Sitka Sound, and engaging with Sitka’s vibrant community.
Lisa Teas Conaway, a lifelong Sitka resident and longtime attendee of Sitka WhaleFest, is the resident artist this year. The heart of Sitka WhaleFest is the three-day symposium, where world-renowned scientists share their current research. This innovative science event gives future scientists and anyone interested in our oceans opportunities to meet and interact with a passionate and diverse group of speakers. Each afternoon, symposium participants and guest speakers will explore a daily theme connected to the overall theme of the symposium: Entwined. In addition to numerous activities in and around Sitka, three lectures are scheduled each day, between 1 p.m. and 4 p.m.

Tikahtnu Upper Cook Inlet National Heritage Area Day of Storytelling
2025-11-08 08:30 - 17:00 | Anchorage Senior Activity Center, 1300 E 19th Ave, Anchorage, AK, 99501, United States
Photo Credit: Alaska Humanities Forum

Residents from across the Anchorage-Tikahtnu Upper Cook Inlet area are coming together to reflect on who we’ve been, who we are now, and who we want to become. This is part of a growing effort to recognize the region as a National Heritage Area.
In November 2021, a team of volunteers initiated a project to designate a new National Heritage Area in the Tikahtnu Upper Cook Inlet. As part of this initiative, the Alaska Humanities Forum is leading a free public day of storytelling that will serve as a key moment for identifying, collecting, and sharing stories that shape Anchorage’s sense of place, history, and community.
Guided by its mission to connect Alaskans through stories, ideas, and experiences that inspire understanding and strengthen communities, this event will bring together residents from across the Anchorage/Tikahtnu Upper Cook Inlet area to reflect on who we’ve been, who we are now, and who we want to become.
This public event is for anyone who cares about the history and future of the Anchorage/Tikahtnu Upper Cook Inlet area: tribal members, business owners, historians, elders, faith leaders, artists, storytellers, teachers, youth, and anyone else who wants to connect with their neighbors and build stronger communities.
The stories and reflections gathered during this event will help shape a feasibility study that will be developed following the event and submitted to the National Park Service as part of the official process for designating the Tikahtnu Upper Cook Inlet as a National Heritage Area.
During the storytelling event, participants will have the opportunity to listen deeply to guest storytellers and learn more about a diverse range of experiences in the Anchorage/Tikahtnu Upper Cook Inlet area; share and record their own stories in a range of formats, connect with other residents of the Anchorage/Tikahtnu Upper Cook Inlet area, and enjoy live music, performances, and catered food.

46th Annual Alaska Resources Conference
2025-11-12 - 2025-11-13 | Dena’ina Center, 600 W 7th Avenue, Anchorage, AK, 99501, United States
Photo Credit: Resource Development Council

The Resource Development Council (RDC) is excited to announce its 46th Annual Alaska Resources Conference. This year’s event marks a special milestone: 50 years of advocating for a strong Alaska economy through responsible development of Alaska’s natural resources. Each year, the conference draws more than 1,000 attendees, including industry leaders, elected officials, regulators, and Alaskans from across the state. With two full days of high-impact keynote speakers, engaging panel discussions, and more than eighty-five exhibitors, this is the premier event for anyone involved in Alaska’s resource sectors. Early bird registration ends November 1.

2025 Associated General Contractors of Alaska Annual Conference
2025-11-12 - 2025-11-15 | Hotel Captain Cook, 939 W 5th Avenue, Anchorage, AK, 99501, United States
Photo Credit: Associated General Contractors of Alaska

Associated General Contractors (AGC) of Alaska’s Annual Conference is the state’s premier networking event for the construction industry, featuring multiple days of professional development sessions, a vendor trade show, evening networking receptions, AGC’s Excellence in Construction and Excellence in Safety awards luncheons, agency updates from the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities and US Department of War, and so much more! The conference is capped off by AGC’s Dinner Dance, with tickets sold separately from conference registration. The early bird rate of $299 ends October 15.

Association of Alaska School Boards Annual Conference
2025-11-13 | William A. Egan Civic & Convention Center, 555 W 5th Ave, Anchorage, AK, 99501, United States
Photo Credit: Association of Alaska School Boards

As the state’s largest gathering of education policymakers, Association of Alaska School Boards’ annual conference provides school board members with a valuable opportunity to learn from their peers, engage with education experts, and strengthen collaboration within their board-superintendent teams. Sessions are designed to equip boards with content knowledge, practical tips, and tools to energize school boards, inspire change, and advance student achievement.
An integral part of the conference is the Youth Leadership Institute, an inspiring experience that brings high school students from around Alaska to build leadership skills alongside their school boards, and learn how to be powerful advocates for their schools and communities. Boards are encouraged to bring student representatives to participate.
The theme of the 2025 conference is “Coming Together for Students.” The theme reflects the shared commitment to collaboration, connection, and strong local governance. Join school board members, superintendents, and education advocates from across the state as they come together to exchange ideas, learn from one another, and strengthen the leadership that shapes Alaska’s schools and communities.

100 Plus Women Who Care Mat-Su
2025-11-13 18:00 - 19:00 | Everett’s restaurant, 1850 Bogard Rd, Wasilla, AK, 99654, United States
Photo Credit: 100 Plus Women Who Care Mat-Su Chapter

100 Plus Women Who Care Mat-Su is a group of inspiring women who care deeply about the Matanuska-Susitna Borough community. The group gathers four times a year for a one-hour meeting, and each member writes a $100 check (no cash or credit cards) to a nonprofit charity the group selects.
Here’s how it works: Each member can nominate a charity, and three charities are drawn at random at each meeting. The member who nominated the charity makes a five-minute presentation and answers questions about the charity, then all members vote by secret ballot for the charity they wish to support. The charity receiving the most votes agrees to have a representative provide a five-minute presentation at the next meeting about how the funds were used to benefit the community.
The combined donation makes a real impact, without time-consuming fundraising events and planning. The chapter’s mission is to provide for those in greatest need in the Mat-Su area.

All Alaska Pediatric Symposium
2025-11-14 - 2025-11-15 | Anchorage Marriott Downtown, 820 W. 7th Avenue, Anchorage, AK, 99501, United States
Photo Credit: All Alaska Pediatric Partnership

The Pediatric Symposium is the All Alaska Pediatric Partnership’s largest annual event and hosts a notable list of local and national speakers recognized as leading experts in their field. The symposium offers Alaska’s community of healthcare providers and professionals a forum in which to learn about evidence-based best practices and innovative developments in pediatric healthcare, while also providing a venue perfect for networking with fellow colleagues.
We received overwhelming positive feedback from the 2024 attendees and are eager to build on that momentum with an even stronger program in 2025. The 2024 Symposium featured a diverse lineup of local and national experts, with sessions covering topics such as gene therapy, hearing loss, hip dysplasia, Type 1 diabetes screening and prevention, pediatric anxiety, and soft tissue sarcomas and retinoblastoma. A highlight of the event was the panel discussion on the future of pediatrics, moderated by Dr. Anne Zink, former chief medical officer for the Alaska Department of Health. The panel challenged attendees to consider their role as advocates and experts in shaping pediatric systems of care.

Anchorage Chamber of Commerce 68th Annual Gold Pan Awards
2025-11-21 18:00 - 21:00 | Dena’ina Center, 600 W 7th Avenue, Anchorage, AK, 99501, United States
Photo Credit: Anchorage Chamber of Commerce

For sixty-eight years, Anchorage Chamber of Commerce has given Gold Pan Awards to businesses and individuals who have shown business and entrepreneurial excellence as well as a loyal commitment to Anchorage through community service. Celebrate these achievements from Anchorage’s strongest supporters at a Mardi-Gras-themed event in November. Ticket sales from August 1 to October 1 are available for members only; non-member tickets and tables can be purchased October 1 to November 1. Late registration pricing begins November 1.

2026 Alaska Wholesale Gift Show
2026-01-14 - 2026-01-16 | Dena’ina Center, Anchorage, 600 W 7th Ave, Anchorage, AK, 99501, United States
Photo Credit: Peak 2 Peak

The Alaska Wholesale Gift Show is the premier event dedicated to showcasing wholesale artisans and producers, connecting them with Alaska’s vibrant tourism and retail sectors. As the only event of its kind in the state, this annual trade show offers an exceptional opportunity for participants to discover a wide array of products in person, while also facilitating networking among industry professionals and potential clients. This year, the event is organized by Peak 2 Peak, which has officially acquired the show and is excited to carry on its cherished legacy that has served the industry for more than a decade. The event promises to be a significant platform for artists and businesses looking to expand their reach within the United States. The event is free for buyers to attend but is not open to the general public; registration is required.

38th Annual Alaska Business Hall of Fame
2026-01-15 17:30 - 20:30 | Dena’ina Center, 600 W 7th Avenue, Anchorage, AK, 99501, United States
Photo Credit: Junior Achievement of Alaska, Inc. and Alaska Business

Join Junior Achievement of Alaska for a celebration of the Alaska Business Hall of Fame through a special edition digital magazine that includes videos and speeches from past laureates and students, behind the scenes footage, bloopers, and more.
Alaska Business will feature an interview and biography of each of the laureates in its January 2026 magazine. All proceeds from the event will benefit Junior Achievement of Alaska’s statewide K-12 programs teaching financial literacy, workforce readiness, and entrepreneurship to more than 15,000 students annually in Alaska.

Alaska Young Fishermen’s Summit
2026-01-20 - 2026-01-22 | Elizabeth Peratrovich Hall, 320 W Willoughby Ave, Juneau, AK, 99801, United States
Photo Credit: Alaska Sea Grant

The Alaska Young Fishermen’s Summit welcomes new entrants of any age who are interested in learning more about owning and operating a commercial fishing business. The summit in Juneau provides three days of intensive training and networking opportunities to create leaders in the Alaska commercial fishing industry. This fast-paced program features industry experts in fishing business management, the fisheries management process, and the role of Alaska seafood in the global marketplace. Registration discounts available for active commercial fishers.

2026 Alaska Marine Science Symposium
2026-01-26 08:00 - 2026-01-30 17:00 | Hotel Captain Cook, 939 W 5th Avenue, Anchorage, AK, 99501, United States
Photo Credit: North Pacific Research Board

The Alaska Marine Science Symposium, Alaska’s premier marine research conference, has been bringing together scientists, educators, resource managers, students, and interested public for more than thirty years to discuss the latest marine research being conducted in Alaska waters. More than 700 people attend this conference held annually in January. Each day of the conference highlights important Alaska marine ecosystems: Gulf of Alaska (Tuesday), Arctic (Wednesday), and the Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands (Thursday). Research topics discussed range from ocean physics, fishes and invertebrates, seabirds, and marine mammals to local traditional knowledge. Since its inception, North Pacific Research Board has been a proud sponsor and one of the leading organizers of Alaska Marine Science Symposium.

2026 Alaska Farm and Garden Show
2026-01-31 - 2026-02-01 | Raven Hall at the Alaska State Fairgrounds, 2075 Glenn Hwy, Palmer, 99645, United States
Photo Credit: Mat-Su Events

The Alaska Farm and Garden Show is an opportunity to get in the mindset and prepare for summer. Attendees will meet hundreds of vendors, exhibitors, and local experts at the show who have the products, advice, and knowledge needed to help hone homesteading skills. There will be a full schedule of seminars where attendees can learn about starting a garden, food preservation, chicken farming, sourdough bread baking, and more.

The Alaska Forum
2026-02-02 - 2026-02-06 | Dena’ina Center, Anchorage, 600 W 7th Ave, Anchorage, AK, 99501, United States
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The Alaska Forum is the state’s largest cross-sector gathering of professionals, organizations, and community members. It brings together leaders from government, business, education, nonprofits, and communities across Alaska to collaborate on projects, challenges, and innovative ideas shaping the state’s future. Its unique diversity and broad content make it a must-attend event for every sector in Alaska—whether focused on community development, environmental stewardship, economic growth, or public service. The forum will include live and online sessions. Attendees can expect more than 100 technical breakout sessions, six inspiring keynote events, networking opportunities across public, private, and nonprofit sectors, and year-round access to virtual sessions.
