MIDTOWN MALL FALL AND HOLIDAY CRAFT SHOWS
Shop local small business vendors and craft artisans for perfectly unique, heartfelt gifts! Rotating vendors feature Native arts, baked goods and confectioneries, jewelry, candles, clothing, toys, soaps and lotions, engraving, embroidery, handsewn, knit and crocheted items and so much more! Located throughout the mall hallways and inside units 133, 151 and 157. Don’t forget to get your free professional portrait with Alaska’s famous Santa Dan while you’re shopping, Wednesdays-Sundays after Thanksgiving!
Date/Time: Saturdays, Sept. 21 and 28; Saturdays and Sundays, Oct. 5-27, Nov. 9-Dec. 22, 2024 | Saturdays, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sundays, 12-5 p.m.
Location: Midtown Mall, Anchorage
Contact: Amber, 907-602-6225, amber@midtownmall.com
AKQ FABRIC BLOW-OUT SALE!
All in-stock fabric and quilts are 10% off during this clearance sale! Fabrics include pre-cuts, panels, quilt kits and bolted fabrics. Selection includes Hoffman, Northcott, Clothworks, Benartex, Riley Blake, Debbie Mumm, ITB and many others.
Quilted items include table runners, coasters, wall quilts and baby/lap quilts.
Vendor 943 only.
Date/Time: Sunday, Sept. 22; Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 28-29, 2024 | 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Location: Frozen Flamingo Market, 3400 Spenard Road, Anchorage
Contact: Marie Steele, 907-230-1943; Yvette Courchaine, 907-865-7708; akquilter907@gmail.com
TWO PEAS IN A POD - HOLIDAY SHOPPING AND VENDOR BINGO
The ultimate community event where you can have a blast, receive fantastic door prizes and support local businesses! Join us for a night filled with excitement, as 20 amazing vendors showcase their products and offer exclusive deals.
Entry to Vendor Bingo is $25. This includes entry into the event where you can shop with vendors and participate in five rounds of free bingo, with each round featuring a $25 value prize from our vendors. Gather your friends and immerse yourself in a night of bingo, shopping and good times. But the fun doesn’t stop there - we’ll be giving away door prizes throughout the night.
Date/Time: Fridays, Sept. 27; Oct. 25; Nov. 15; Dec. 13, 2024 | 6:30-9 p.m.
Location: Aloft Anchorage Hotel, Anchorage
Contact: Cheri Lipps, Wine Desires, 907-441-5211, winedesires@gmail.com
NORDIC MARKET ATA VIKING HALL
The 27th Annual Nordic Market from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 28, at the Sons of Norway Viking Hall, 8141 Briarwood, features Scandinavian and Alaska items for sale both indoors and outdoors including Norwegian sweaters, Swedish linens, hand-woven textiles, kicksleds, stained and fused glass, wild berry jams, gnomes and Nisse, enamel mugs, Lobben boots, European handicrafts, Alaska art, embossed prints, hand dyed silk scarves, Ukrainian gifts, jewelry, pressed Alaska wildflowers, wood items - including laser-cut wood maps, hand-carved wooden cribbage boards, porch leaners and repurposed wood art - fresh-baked cardamon buns, beeswax bags, woven, knit, embroidered, sewn and felted items, bowl cozies, night lights, pocket hearts and hand-crafted candles, along with authors to autograph their Nordic-themed books. There will be Rosemaling and Norwegian knitting demonstrations. The Bakery to Go offers Lefse (potato bread), cardamon bread and more. The silent auction closes at 3 p.m. The Nordic Cafe serves the “Best Lunch in Town” including meatballs on a stick, polse and hearty soups, as well as warm Norwegian waffles, Danish pastry and Swedish rice porridge.
Date/Time: Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024 | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: Viking Hall, 8141 Briarwood Street, Anchorage
Contact: Karin Wanamaker, 907-350-6754, Karin@wanaworld.com
ALASKA QUILT WORKS FALL OPEN HOUSE AND FABRIC SALE
Are you holiday shopping or looking for a unique gift for a wedding, anniversary, birthday or other milestone event? Come see what we have to offer at our open house! Use your PFD to load up on gifts and holiday decorating! Table runners, ornaments, coasters, baby, lap and bed quilts, including several award-winning quilts, all exquisitely quilted in beautiful high-quality quilting fabrics. Prices are very reasonable.
Fabric Sale includes a large selection of quality quilt fabrics culled from my fabric stash, most at $6-$7/yard. I also have fabric on the bolt, by the bolt, fat quarters, quilt kits and panels at various prices.
This is a great event to find a gift for someone special or to treat yourself to a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a fabulous high-quality quilt at a very reasonable price. Bring in a quilt for longarm quilting and receive 10% off quilting rate!
Preview my work at alaskaquiltworks.com.
Looking forward to seeing you!
Date/Time: Friday-Sunday, Oct. 4-6, 2024 | 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: 2251 Belmont Drive, Anchorage
Contact: Marie Steele, 907-230-1943, akquilter907@gmail.com
MAKE IT ALASKAN MARKET
Join us at the 2024 Make It Alaskan Market, a premier showcase of Alaskan craftsmanship and artistry. Discover unique, locally-made goods from talented crafters and artisans. Held at the Egan Center from Oct. 4-6, it’s the perfect place to find one-of-a-kind holiday gifts and support local businesses. Admission for attendees is free!
Date/Time: Friday through Sunday, Oct. 4-6, 2024 | Friday, 5-9 p.m., Sip & Shop, 21+ only; Saturday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sunday, 12-5 p.m., Junior Creators and kids entertainment throughout the day
Location: Egan Center, 555 W 5th Avenue, Anchorage
Contact: Peak 2 Peak Alaska, www.makeitalaskanfestival.com, info@peak2peakalaska.com
3RD ANNUAL TURNAGAIN FALL MARKET
Join us for the 3rd Annual Turnagain Fall Market.
We have many local artists and vendors set up outdoor and indoor ready for you to start your holiday shopping or treat yourself.
We hope to see you there!
Date/Time: Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024 | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: 3300 W. Northern Lights Boulevard, Anchorage
Contact: Sierra Branson, 907-529-4630, sierra.kell22@gmail.com
ANTIQUES AND DOLLS SHOW AND SALE AT GUIDOS
Annual sale sponsored by the Inunewok Doll Club and Guido’s Pizza. More tables than ever full of antiques, dolls, toys, craft items, honey, jewelry, Halloween and collectibles of all kinds. There will be a silent auction and ticket sales with donated items.
Special event dine-in menu:
Spaghetti with salad and garlic bread $6.75
Large 1 or 2 topping pizza $12
Pizza by the slice $3
10 piece wings $13.75
and for dessert, chocolate cake $3.
If you missed our show last year, Guido’s has now expanded and there is an additional room full of vendors. Come visit, shop, eat and have fun!!
Date/Time: Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024 | 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: Guido’s Pizza, 549 W. International Boulevard, Anchorage
Contact: Tamara Phillips, 765-760-2269, tamaraphillips46@gmail.com
HOLIDAY MARKET AT GOOD SHEPHERD
Don’t miss this wonderful holiday market. Expect to see handmade, artisan crafts, home decor, beautiful jewelry, woodworking masterpieces, quilted apparel and accessories, a silent auction and so much more. Plan to eat lunch - homemade soups and croissant sandwiches - at our Five Loaves Two Fish Kitchen. Satisfy your sweet tooth with something tasty from the bake sale. The Holiday Market at Good Shepherd offers a fun, welcoming atmosphere for all. Free admission.
Date/Time: Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024 | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 501 E Bogard Road, Wasilla
Contact: Kelsey Ramos, 907-376-3522, office@goodshepluth.org
OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE PARISH HOLIDAY BAZAAR
Great place to begin your holiday gift shopping. Come in when we open and you can smell the freshly made cinnamon rolls as you pull into our large parking lot. You may want to return at lunch time for homemade soup and sandwiches. As for the bazaar, take a look at the handmade items such as jewelry, art, afgans, other crocheted and knitted items and holiday decor. Also on hand will be collectables, vinyls, dolls, antiques and much more. If you are a vendor, please call, as we may have a space available.
Date/Time: Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024 | 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: Guadalupe Parish Hall, 3900 Wisconsin Street, Anchorage
Contact: John Fleming, 907-230-7783, johnf@olgak.org
ALASKA BEAD & GEM ANNUAL OCTOBER SHOW
Beads, jewelry and art galore! Vendors from across Alaska and the Lower 48 with an amazing selection of beads, jewelry making supplies, custom jewelry and accessories and one-of-a-kind art. Free admission! Free parking! Open to the public! Bring a friend! Visit our FaceBook page, Alaska Bead Gem, for a full vendor list.
Date/Time: Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 5 and 6, 2024 | Saturday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sunday, 12-6 p.m.
Location: The Clarion Suites Hotel, 8th Avenue and L Street, by Benihana, Anchorage
Contact: Crystal, 907-242-1466, ABGSAlaska@gmail.com
QUILTS AND CREATIONS
Quilts and Creations is an annual silent auction fundraiser for Friends of Pets Spay/Neuter Assistance program. The event features the talents of artists highlighting beautiful and whimsical quilts of various sizes and themes, as well as “creations” in wood, fiber arts and more! The event also features a sales table full of pet-related supplies, household items and seasonal pet gift baskets.
Date/Time: Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024 | 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Location: Aloft Hotel, Anchorage
Contact: Leelani, 907-830-7375, quilts@friendsofpets.org
WHISPERING BIRD STUDIO CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE
Take a drive down beautiful Turnagain Arm to Laura Walter’s Whispering Bird gallery and studio. There you will find beautiful, fun, colorful, creative and one-of-a-kind fused glass items for inside your home, or rusty metal sculptures for your yard or garden. Choose from a vibrant and varied selection of Christmas tree ornaments, night lights, mirrors, plant stakes, window and wall hangings. From animals to flowers, abstract to realistic, you will find a gift that will delight someone in your life or a treasure for yourself to enjoy for years to come. Visit with Laura while shopping and enjoying a homemade cookie. Call 907-653-1926 for more information.
Date/Time: Friday-Sunday, Oct. 18-20, 2024 | 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Location: 158 Whispering Bird Lane, Bird Creek
ST. ELIZABETH ANN SEATON HOLIDAY BAZAAR
A bazaar featuring baked goods, and quality items handcrafted by the church’s Magi Workshop craft group. Shop for unique gifts from local vendors for artwork, jewelry, woodworking and metal art, gourmet food gifts, holiday items and much more! The church kitchen will serve its famous cinnamon rolls and delicious hot soup. Free admission and parking. Handicap accessible.
Date/Time: Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: 2901 East Huffman Road, Anchorage
Contact: V. Leinon, 907-744-3236, akseasbazaar@gmail.com
ANCHORAGE FALL CRAFT AND RECREATION
Come join us for weekend of shopping local businesses for all kinds of treasures.
Date/Time: Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 19-20, 2024 | 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: Sullivan Arena, Anchorage
Contact: Jeremy Wise, 907-310-3602, arcticeventsak@gmail.com
ANCHORAGE WOMAN’S CLUB HOLIDAY BAZAAR
Ever visit the historical Pioneer Schoolhouse? Now you can, and you can get your Christmas shopping done at the same time! Three floors of shopping experience for the entire family.
Handcrafted items, homemade jams/jellies, gourmet popcorn, 3D items, jewelry, Christmas ornaments, scrolled wood items and so much more!
$50/6-foot table space - back against wall; we provide table; free parking/Wi-Fi/electricity
Date/Time: Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024 | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: Pioneer Schoolhouse, 437 E 3rd Avenue, Anchorage
Contact: Keiko Torgersen, 907-306-6885, Akcopperred@gmail.com
ST. JOHN UMC ANNUAL ALASKAN CRAFT FAIR
Welcome to our annual craft fair!
One day every year we gather together: favorite Alaska artists, new artists, gifts and treasures all created right here in Alaska, fresh coffee and a bake sale. This fair supports local artists and many causes. Lots to choose from. Coffee stand is open. Plenty of parking. All on one level. Shop all day.
Date/Time: Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024 | 9 a.m. -3 p.m.
Location: 1801 O’Malley Road, Anchorage
Contact: Barb Knapp, 907-635-9602, Bjknapp@gci.net
ANCHORAGE CLAY ARTS GUILD FALL POTTERY SALE AND SILENT AUCTION
Anchorage potters come together again to present one-of-a-kind handmade pottery in a wide range of styles. Meet your local clay artisans in a festive new location - Bell’s Nursery. Find unique and beautiful items like mugs, bowls, platters, plates, vases and other impressive decorative items and more. Peruse and bid on silent auction pieces donated by ACAG members and other celebrated local potters. Join us at Bell’s Nursery on Specking Avenue on Saturday, Nov. 2, from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Silent auction closes at 3 p.m.; item pick up is from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Contact Iris Boser at TTPalaska@gmail.com for more information.
Date/Time: Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024 | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: Bell’s Nursery, 13700 Specking Avenue, Anchorage
Contact: ACAG President, 907-301-7212, AnchClayArtsGuild@gmail.com
INDIGENOUS ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR
Indigenous Arts & Crafts Fair featuring handmade traditional Alaska Native arts and crafts made by Alaska Native people.
Date/Time: Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024 | 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: 4000 Ambassador Drive, Consortium Office Building, Anchorage
Contact: Roberta Miljure, 907-729-1120, rmiljure@anthc.org
THE ANCHORAGE MOOSE LODGE ANNUAL HOLIDAY BAZAAR
Come join us for our annual holiday bazaar on Nov. 2, 2024. We will have over 30 local artisans specializing in homemade and quality goods. Delectable treats, handwoven goods, jewelry, traditional art, clothing, wood and metal crafting, print media, home decor and more - we have you covered for the holidays, or just a special treat for yourself! The Anchorage Moose Lodge is made up of a caring community of members giving back to those in need. Come help support a good cause and participate in the holiday festivities. This event is free and open to the public.
Date/Time: Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024 | 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: 4211 Arctic Boulevard, Anchorage
Contact: Anchorage Moose Lodge, 907-563-3502, admin@anchoragemooselodge.com
BEGICH BAZAAR: MARKERS MARKET AND CRAFT FAIR
Join us at the Begich Bazaar on November 2-3 for a weekend of creativity and community! Discover unique, handmade treasures from local artists and crafters. Shop jewelry, artwork, home decor and more. Enjoy concessions and coffee for purchase, with event proceeds benefiting Begich Middle School, a Title I school. Support our students while finding the perfect gift! More details at asdk12.org/begich, or find us on Facebook at facebook.com/begichms. Interested vendors can find the application at bit.ly/begichmarketapp.
Date/Time: Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 2-3, 2024 | Saturday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: Begich Middle School, 7440 Creekside Center Drive, Anchorage
Contact: Jessica Miller, 907-742-0513, miller_jessica@asdk12.org
HILLTOP HOLIDAY MARKET
Kick off the season at the Hilltop Holiday Market. Artists galore, an amazing silent auction and wonderful gift ideas. This market is a fundraiser for the Hilltop Snowsports School Scholarship.
Date/Time: Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 2-3, 2024 | 12-6 p.m.
Location: Hilltop Ski Area Chalet, Anchorage
Contact: Brandi White, 907-365-4225, info@hilltopskiarea.org
ALASKAN CHRISTMAS BAZAAR
The 22nd Annual Alaskan Christmas Bazaar is now a two-day event!
Over 130 Alaska vendors offer their best handmade arts, creations and gifts.
Come join us for the community, food trucks, coffee and most importantly, Christmas spirit!
This year’s nonprofit benefiting from the show is the Community Pregnancy Center.
Date/Time: Friday and Saturday, Nov. 8-9, 2024 | Friday, 1-6 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: ChangePoint Church, Anchorage
Contact: Sarah Alborn, 907-223-4200, info@alaskanchristmasbazaar.com
BAD GIRLS OF THE NORTH UNIQUE BOUTIQUE
Alaskans creating unique art. Join us for the 28th annual Bad Girls of the North Unique Boutique. You will find hand-crafted items from all over the state including jewelry, pottery, clothing, beadwork, silk art, paintings and prints, gourmet foods, glass art, wood art, metal art and much more. There will be a bar available for beverage purchase and free appetizers on Friday night, while supplies last. Additionally, there will be a free drawing for merchandise shown at the show. Such fun!
Date/Time: Friday and Saturday, Nov. 8-9, 2024 | Friday, 4-9 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: O’Malley’s on the Green, 3651 O’Malley Road, Anchorage
Contact: Stacey DePriest, 907-232-8460, Stacey@Badgirlsofthenorth.com
CHUGIAK HOLIDAY BAZAAR
Chugiak Elementary PTO and the Chugiak/Eagle River Senior Center are partnering again in our second annual Holiday Bazaar! We will have a shuttle going between each location. Our community bazaar where local artists, crafts people and businesses come together to share their creations and products. In addition to supporting local entrepreneurs, proceeds from hosting the bazaar go to the Chugiak Elementary PTO, which supports students and teachers at Chugiak Elementary. Please come out and support your local Chugiak community and entrepreneurs!
Date/Time: Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024 | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: 19932 Old Glenn Highway and 22424 Birchwood Loop, Chugiak
Contact: Michelle Meggs, 907-250-5293 (text only), chugiakptoevents@gmail.com
RCCA CHRISTMAS TOWNE BAZAAR
The 46th annual RCCA Christmas Towne Bazaar is a juried show which boasts over 130 booths of handcrafted items along with musical performances from area schools, our famous “Cookie Caper” and even a coat check to keep your hands free while shopping. Sponsored by Rabbit Creek Community Association, this bazaar benefits programs for students at Rabbit Creek Elementary, Rabbit Creek Preschool and South Anchorage High. Ample parking available. Free. For more information go to rabbitcreek.info.
Date/Time: Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024 | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: South Anchorage High School, Anchorage
Contact: Kelly, 907-742-5722, rabbitcreekctb@gmail.com
RIVER OF LIFE LUTHERAN CHURCH ANNUAL HOLIDAY BAZAAR AND CRAFT BAZAAR
River of Life Lutheran Church is holding its Annual Holiday Bazaar and Craft Fair on Saturday, Nov. 9, from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. There will be crafters of all kinds, including knitted items, quilted items, artists and jewelry. There will be handmade crafts and homemade baked goods and more. See you there!
Date/Time: Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024 | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: 21301 Voyles Boulevard, Chugiak
Contact: Gerry Cronquist, 907-227-9500, gerry@teamcc.com
ST. ANTHONY CATHOLIC CHURCH CHRISTMAS BAZAAR
Multiple vendors featuring a variety of homemade items, crafts, clothing, jewelry, food, religious items and antiques, also Christmas Store, silent auction, food and gift wrapping,
Date/Time: Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: 825 Klevin Street, Anchorage
Contact: Mary Snowball, 907-337-5370, ancsnowball@aol.com
UPPER SUSITNA COMMUNITY AND SENIOR CENTER BAZAAR
Upper Susitna Community and Senior Center is holding a Holiday Bazaar at Mile 98.4 of the Parks Highway. In addition to vendors, there will be a soup bar, silent auction and raffles.
Date/Time: Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024 | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: 16463 East Helena Drive, Talkeetna
Contact: Marge Thompson, 907-917-7786, tknabelle@outlook.com
WENDLER MIDDLE SCHOOL 3RD ANNUAL HOLIDAY MARKET
Please join Wendler Middle School for our 3rd Annual Holiday Market. Gear up for the holiday season with crafters, vendors, food and more!
Date/Time: Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024 | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: Wendler Middle School, 2905 Lake Otis Parkway, Anchorage
Contact: Jen Stoneburner, 907-244-8836, stoneburner_jennifer@asdk12.org
WINTERBERRY BEAUTIFUL BAZAAR
Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024Winterberry Charter School’s Beautiful Bazaar is free and open to the public. Come browse finely crafted things of beauty, handmade treasures, holiday gifts and natural products by artists, local vendors and Winterberry families.
Date/Time: Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024 | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: Winterberry Charter School, 4802 Bryn Mawr Court, Anchorage
Contact: Allison Koos Fox, 907-742-0139, winterberrybazaar@gmail.com
2024 MAT-SU HOLIDAY MARKETPLACE
The Mat-Su Holiday Marketplace is a one-stop holiday shopping extravaganza for Wasilla and the Mat-Su Valley. This event takes place at the Menard Sports Center at 44 Mile Parks Highway, and gives the area an opportunity to shop for unique and one-of-a-kind gifts right in their neighborhood without that long commute to Anchorage. There is a $5 admission charge; kids ages 12 and under are free, and Sunday is free for military personnel with ID or anyone who brings two cans of food to a local food bank. Artists and craftsmen will fill over 100 mini specialty shops with literally thousands of holiday gift ideas. Jewelry, furs, original artwork, food, pottery ... You’ll find unique items from all around the state. No need to waste a tank of gas looking for the perfect gift! Make Santa proud this year and get all of your holiday shopping done in one warm location with lots of easy free parking at the Mat-Su Holiday Marketplace.
Date/Time: Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 9-10, 2024 | Friday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: Menard Sports Center, Wasilla
Contact: Kourtney Shannon, 907-474-9082, kourtney@fairbanksevents.com
CONSIGN49 POP-UP CONSIGNMENT EVENT
It’s time to gear up for sweater weather, pumpkin spice everything and a seasonal refresh! Consign49 is hosting its 23rd semi-annual consignment event featuring amazing deals on a huge selection of over 40,000 clothing pieces, accessories and home decor items. Support over 300 local community members while racking up some amazing savings! Admission and parking are free! Dressing rooms are provided and all major credit cards are accepted. There truly is something for everyone!
Date/Time: Thursday-Sunday, Nov. 14-17, 2024 | Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: Raven Hall - Alaska State Fairgrounds, Palmer
Contact: Not accepting vendors. Consign49, info@consign49.com
ALASKA TEAMSTER SISTERS HOLIDAY BAZAAR
Discover and shop unique creations from local artisans, crafters and independent consultants showcasing their goods and services. Explore a variety of handcrafted treasures, jewelry, gourmet foods, woodworks, collectibles, gift items, self-care products, wine, coffee, clothing and more. Enjoy free admission and complimentary parking, courtesy of our neighboring businesses.
Date/Time: Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024 | 12-5 p.m.
Location: Teamsters Local 959 Hall, 520 E 34th Avenue, Anchorage
Contact: Jenne Kriner, 907-751-8542, jkriner@akteamsters.com
AMERICAN HERITAGE GIRLS’ HOLIDAY MAKERS MARKET
Shop local small business vendors, crafters and artisans for unique gifts and decorations for the holiday season, while also supporting school-aged girls from our community! Located at St. Mark Lutheran Church. Don’t miss out on concessions while you shop!
Date/Time: Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: St. Mark Lutheran, 3230 Lake Otis Parkway, Anchorage
Contact: Elizabeth Barnhill, 808-285-6906, ahg.mmarket@gmail.com
CHESTER VALLEY BAZAAR
Chester Valley PTA invites you to join in our annual holiday bazaar on Nov. 16, 2024, from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Browse the local vendors showcasing custom crafts, handmade gifts and more! After you’re done shopping swing by the PTA booth where you’ll find tasty treats. Free admission and fun for the whole family! You can contact us at: cvcommunitypta@gmail.com with any questions.
Date/Time: Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024 | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: 1751 Patterson Street, Anchorage
Contact: Stacy Davis, Sarah Terranova, cvcommunitypta@gmail.com
HOLIDAY SNEAK PEEK BAZAAR
Get an early start shopping for great gifts and fresh ideas for the holidays. Featuring: Homie Gnomies! - come see the amazing new designs by Shawn; essential oils and aromatherapy infusers by doTerra; sterling silver jewelry, crystal sun catchers by Super Jewelry; fresh coffee gift sets, meat rubs, teas and Big Dipper sippers by Wild at Heart Coffee Company; honey, pollen, reclaimed wood art by Reclaimed Treasures; acrylic pour art sealed in resin creating functional art by Creative Currents; genuine stone and natural quartz crystals by Emtman gifts; and new 3D designs and gifts by Antblair Creations. More information is available at alaskavendorshows.com.
Date/Time: Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024 | 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: Palmer Train Depot, Palmer
Contact: Raymond at Alaska Vendor Shows, 907-795-7173, akvendorshows@gmail.com
HOPE’S HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIR
Sponsored by Hope Community Resources and Hope Studios, we bring you handmade gifts, handpainted items, original jewelry, crochet, hand dyed yarn and many other items. Over 30 vendors all in one place. We will also be selling brand new Christmas decor items generously donated by JOANN.
Support local, support nonprofits, support artists.
Date/Time: Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024 | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: Lesko Discovery Center, 650 W International Airport Road, Anchorage
Contact: Janet Birky or Jennifer Moore, 907-433-1700, discoverycenter@hopealaska.org
KIDS’ BUSINESS FAIR AT THE WORKSHOP
Support young entrepreneurs at The Workshop’s Kids’ Business Fair! Join us for a day of creativity and innovation as kids showcase their products and businesses. It’s a great opportunity for the community to discover unique items, encourage budding entrepreneurs and shop for the holidays!
Date/Time: Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024 | 3-5 p.m.
Location: The Workshop Community Center, 1120 Huffman Road, Suite 11, Anchorage
Contact: Kasie Kruge, 907-717-3330, kasiekrage@gmail.com
PROVIDENCE EMPLOYEE BAZAAR
We are happy to be back for our 33rd Annual Providence Employee Bazaar. We will have a variety of handmade items and a silent auction to help you with your holiday shopping. Come and browse all the wonderful and unique items that our very talented employees are showcasing. You may even find a treasure for yourself. Don’t forget to check out the silent auction. The proceeds from the silent auction benefit the Providence Center for Child Development.
Date/Time: Friday, Nov. 22, 2024 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: Providence Alaska Medical Center Lobby, Lower Level and West Auditorium, Anchorage
Contact: Annie Staudenmaier and Brandy Graham, 907-212-3075, holidaybazaarpamc@yahoo.com
ALASKA VINTAGE HOLIDAY MARKET AND FOOD TRUCK FEST
Come enjoy a fun weekend with friends and family! Shop some of Alaska’s trendiest small businesses, up-cyclers, designers and vintage collectors! We are also throwing a food truck festival. It’s going to be a blast! We love supporting other local Alaska businesses, and we hope you can come out and support them as well!
Meet Santa, pet a reindeer, plus shopping from the best local vendors in the state. Shop in Raven and Hoskins buildings with new vendors each weekend. Free parking all weekend.
VIP tickets $10 for both weekends and free handcrafted ornament, or $5 per person Friday and Saturdays (13 and older).
Sunday is free.
Date/Time: Friday-Sunday, Nov. 22-24, and Nov. 29-Dec. 1, 2024 | Fridays, 12-6 p.m.; Saturdays, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sundays, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: Alaska State Fairgrounds, Palmer
Contact: Ella or James Embree, 907-315-3803, AKvintagemarkets@gmail.com
CENTENNIAL VILLAGE HOLIDAY CRAFT BAZAAR
Handmade Holidays: Join Cook Inlet Housing Authority, for a festive Holiday Craft Bazaar at Centennial Village, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., on Nov. 23, 2024. Vendors will be selling handcrafted and locally made goods and items. Free admission to the public.
Date/Time: Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024 | 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: 9131 Centennial Circle, Anchorage
Contact: Casondra Demit, 907-793-1312, cdemit@cookinlethousing.org
CHRISTMAS AS THE CREEK
6th annual Holiday Bazaar for handmade and small home businesses. Free admission!
Booth spaces: $50 for 6x6, or $65 for 10x10.
FCFS - no two like businesses or companies.
Date/Time: Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024 | 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: Bridge of Hope Church Gym, 20640 Chapel Drive, Chugiak
Contact: Gina Jones, 907-351-6187, crownedbygrace@gmail.com
ST. MARY’S OLD FASHIONED HOLIDAY BAZAAR
All goods are handmade by the members and friends of St. Mary’s Episcopal Church. The Country Kitchen offers homemade jams, salsa, bean soups, confectionaries and baked goods. Visit the Pet-A-Rama for catnip cat mats, dog chew toys and dog sweaters. Shop knitwear, unique knit necklaces, hand-tied fishing flies, kids’ pocket pillows, sweater skirts, plate garden art and table decor. Enjoy a coffee from the Youth Group’s Jesus Java cart. Find unexpected treasures in the Regiftable boutique - not homemade - where prices start at $7 and go down to $1 the last hour. Stay for warm bean soup and cornbread in the Souper Cafe. No entry charge. All proceeds support women’s and children’s programs in Alaska and around the world.
Date/Time: Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024 | 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: 2222 East Tudor Road, on the hill at the corner of Lake Otis Parkway and Tudor Road, Anchorage
TUDOR CRAFT FAIR
Join us to shop multiple rooms of local vendors and crafters in our fifth annual event. Featuring unique gifts, food, jewelry and more! Stop by our gift wrapping station to support our school. Hosted by Tudor Elementary PTA.
Date/Time: Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024 | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: Tudor Elementary, 1666 Cache Drive, Anchorage
Contact: Amie Collins, 907-903-1582, tudorcraftfair@gmail.com
HOLIDAY EXPO AT DENA’INA
The Holiday Expo at Dena’ina is your one-stop shopping bazar for everyone on your Christmas list! Artwork, crafts, food, toys, clothing, ornaments, books, stocking stuffers and even big-boy toys like campers and RVs. “You can’t buy happiness, but you can buy local, and that’s kind of the same thing!” Santa Claus will be there, of course, and there are chances to win tons of amazing vendor-donated door prizes, with drawings held every hour, all weekend. Admission $5; under 12 free. Details at matsuevents.com.
Date/Time: Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 23-24, 2024 | Saturday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: Dena’ina Center, 600 West 7th Avenue, Anchorage
Contact: Matt Rowley, 907-947-9900, info@matsuevents.com
CRAFTED IN ALASKA
Browse through a curated selection of handmade treasures, from jewelry and textile art, to pottery and printed designs at the museum’s annual holiday craft event.
Shop in the festive and elegant atmosphere of the museum atrium and support Alaska’s thriving community of creative makers, designers and artists by purchasing directly from them.
A portion of all proceeds from this event supports Anchorage Museum programs and exhibitions. Museum members enjoy a 10% discount on all purchases.
Date/Time: Friday and Saturday, Nov. 29-30, 2024 | 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Location: Anchorage Museum, 625 C Street, Anchorage
Contact: Stacy Miller, 907-929-9282, store@anchoragemusuem.org
HOLIDAY BAZAAR AT THE HOTEL CAPTAIN COOK
Please join us for two days of holiday magic in the Discovery Ballroom!
Over 70 vendors featuring made-in-Alaska creations.
Santa and Mrs. Claus will be in the hotel taking photos, so bring the whole family to start your holiday celebrations off right!
Date/Time: Friday and Saturday, Nov. 29-30, 2024 | 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Location: The Hotel Captain Cook, 939 W. 5th Avenue, Anchorage
Contact: Jeanne Dalzell, 907-343-2228, bazaar@captaincook.com
5TH ANNUAL DOWNTOWN ANCHORAGE HOLIDAY MARKET
With 60+ handmade vendors, carriage rides, visits from Santa and his reindeers, holiday fair foods and Christmas llamas, this is a can’t-miss holiday extravaganza for family and friends in downtown Anchorage.
Date/Time: Friday-Sunday, Nov. 29-Dec. 1, 2024 | 12-5 p.m.
Location: 49th State Brewing, 717 W. 3rd Avenue, Anchorage
Contact: Allie Smedal, 907-302-3655, asmedal@nhgalaska.com
COLONY HIGH SCHOOL CHRISTMAS BAZAAR
A place for all your Christmas shopping! Local food and vendors. Free admission.
Date/Time: Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024 | 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: Colony High School, 9550 E. Bogard Road, Palmer
Contact: Addison Stewart, Shannon Watson, Nathan Boleen, 907-861-5500, as113805@apps.matsuk12.us; shannon.watson@matsuk12.us; nathan.boleen@matsuk12.us
GREEN CONNECTION’S SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY MARKET
Celebrate local small businesses with a festive market in our tropical greenhouse.
Date/Time: Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024 | 12-5 p.m.
Location: Green Connection, Anchorage
Contact: Asia Pritchett, 907-276-7836 ext. 10, asia@greenconnection.net
BOWMAN HOLIDAY BAZAAR
We are excited to announce our first holiday market! Come discover unique handmade treasures from established local artists and budding youth vendors at Bowman Bazaar, where vendor involvement supports Bowman Elementary.
Date/Time: Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024 | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: 11700 Gregory Road, Anchorage
Contact: Jen Pudge or Dacia Davis, 907-742-5600, Bowman.bazaar@gmail.com
CHRIST CHURCH BAZAAR
Our Christmas Bazaar is filled with treasures crafted by the people of Christ Church Episcopal. We have Christmas decorations, table linens, home-canned goods, quilts, placemats, soaps, hats and scarves, jewelry, pinatas, baked goods and candies and a wide selection of unique and surprising gifts. As a bonus, this year we have a vast collection of Beanie Babies. Come and shop for everyone on your list. All proceeds support the mission and ministries of Christ Church.
Date/Time: Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: 5101 O’Malley Road, Anchorage
COOK INLET REGION (CIRI) 10TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY BAZAAR
Cook Inlet Region Inc. (CIRI) is pleased to host its 10th annual holiday craft bazaar! Shop traditional and contemporary Alaska Native arts and crafts -including ornaments, paintings and wall art, ivory carvings, kuspuks/atikluks, kids toys and more - from 35 unique vendors. The Lava Java coffee shop will be open and an ATM available.
Date/Time: Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024 | 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: Fireweed Business Center, 725 E Fireweed Lane, Anchorage
Contact: CIRI, 907-274-8638, artist@ciri.com
GUIDO’S CHRISTMAS COLLECTIBLE SHOW AND SALE
Welcome to another great show featuring two large areas with over 50 tables full of antiques, dolls and toys, collectibles, jewelry, crafts, honey, Christmas and gift items of all kinds. This is the place to find those unique gifts and stocking stuffers or add to your own collection. There is a silent auction and tickets for donated items.
Guido’s is offering a special dine-in menu just for this event:
Spaghetti with salad and garlic bread $6.75
Pizza by the slice $3
10 wings $13.75
Large 1 or 2 topping pizza $12
And for dessert, chocolate cake $3.
Find decorations for your tree or home, or find that perfect gift! Come by yourself or bring family and friends. Make a day of it! Visit with our vendors, enjoy a meal or snack, browse and shop in a friendly atmosphere and just have a good time!
Date/Time: Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024 | 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: Guido’s Pizza, 549 W. International Boulevard, Anchorage
Contact: Tamara Phillips, 765-760-2269, tamaraphillips46@gmail.com
HIGHLAND ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL PTO ANNUAL HOLIDAY BAZAAR
Crafters and independent consultants will showcase their homemade goods and services. Come shop great gifts for friends and family, and maybe pick up a little something for yourself! 100% of donations and vendor fees goes directly to the PTSO for family events/activities and to provide free breakfast for all students at the school.
Date/Time: Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024 | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: Highland Academy Charter School, 5530 E Northern Lights Boulevard, Anchorage
Contact: Brenda Bidwell, 907-742-1700 (school), HACSPTSO@gmail.com
RAVENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL HOLIDAY BAZAAR
Join us for the Ravenwood Elementary School Holiday Bazaar! Discover handmade crafts, holiday treats and unique gifts made by local artisans. A fun-filled event for the whole family to kick off the holiday season!
Date/Time: Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024 | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: 9500 Wren Circle, Eagle River
Contact: Ravenwood Elementary PTSO, 907-742-3250, ravenwoodptso@gmail.com
AK CHRISTKINDLMARKT
AK Christkindlmarkt, the 8th Annual German Holiday Market hosted by the Rilke Schule Verein, the PTO of Rilke Schule German Immersion School.
Come enjoy this indoor market featuring local vendors, gluhwein, photos with reindeer and mini horses, and much more.
This year will be a two-day event!
Date/Time: Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 7-8, 2024 | Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Location: Rilke Schule German School, 1846 E 64th Avenue, Anchorage
Contact: Rilke Schule Verein, 907-351-5215, rsvchristkindlmarkt@rilkeschuleverein.org
LAST CHANCE HOLIDAY MARKET
Looking for that special gift for that special someone. Then come join us for weekend of shopping local businesses for all kinds of treasures.
Date/Time: Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 7-8, 2024 | 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: Sullivan Arena, Anchorage
Contact: Jeremy Wise, 907-310-3602, Arcticeventsak@gmail.com
ALTERNATIVE GIFT MARKET
All are welcome at First Presbyterian Church’s Alternative Gift Market. This market will provide an opportunity for you to celebrate the true spirit of the holidays with gifts that inspire change through humanitarian and environmental causes. Proceeds from the gifts purchased will benefit local and worldwide charities and sustainable economies in developing countries around the world. This market allows you to double the joy of gift giving by purchasing gifts for loved ones and bringing joy and relief to others who share our world. A soup lunch will be available to support one of our Anchorage nonprofits and the Presbyterian Women will have a Christmas bake sale.
Date/Time: Sunday, Dec. 8, 2024 | 10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Location: First Presbyterian Church, 616 W 10th Avenue, Anchorage
Contact: Danna Larson, 907-272-6411, dllsitka@gmail.com
WONDERFULLY MADE CHRISTMAS BAZAAR
The WMCB is a carefully curated bazaar that celebrates the uniqueness of local artists while supporting Cornerstone Student Ministries. We’re thrilled to offer a two-day show featuring 100+ vendors showcasing handmade items from across the state! Join us to shop Friday, 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4p.m. Park for free, sip a coffee from Mission Espresso Bar, grab lunch from the concession stand and enjoy Christmas music while shopping for gifts, decor and holiday treats. We can’t wait to see you!
Date/Time: Friday and Saturday, Dec. 13-14, 2024 | Friday, 2-7 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: Cornerstone Church, 10431 Brayton Drive, Anchorage
Contact: Cornerstone Church, 907-349-8442, wonderfullymadechristmas@gmail.com
BAD GRILS OF THE NORTH AT COLONY CHRISTMAS
Bad Girls of the North is having their 4th annual show during the Colony Christmas celebration in Palmer. Please join us in a heated, holiday themed barn on the Hamilton Farm for a lovely holiday event. You will find amazing hand-crafted items to include pottery, silk art, woodworking, jewelry, fused glass, painting and prints, and gourmet foods. Free hot cocoa and apple cider will be provided, as well as an outdoor fire pit to warm your hands, wind permitting.
Date/Time: Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024 | 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: Hamilton Farm, 375 S. Inner Springer Road, Palmer
Contact: Stacey DePriest, 907-232-8460, Stacey@badgirlsofthenorth.com
THE NAVE HOLIDAY MARKET 2024
The Nave’s Second Annual Holiday Market centers local Alaska Native, Indigenous, Pacific Islander and Native Hawaiian artists, with handmade gifts available for purchase in the Main Hall. This event also features Open Studios hosted by The Nave Studio Artists, with live demonstrations and art on display throughout the building.
This event is free to attend, and sponsored by The Nave. There are no vendor fees for participants. Vendor submissions close Nov. 1; space is limited.
Date/Time: Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024 | Holiday Market and Open Studios, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Free concert in Main Hall, 7 p.m.
Location: The Nave, 3502 Spenard Road, Anchorage
Contact: The Nave, 907-227-5244, info@thenavespenard.com
LAST MINUTE CHRISTMAS!
Featuring: Stained glass art by Glacier Glassworks; auto-knives by Denali Tactical Knives; Homie Gnomies! by Shawn; Kings Custom Designs laser engraved gifts; essential oils and gifts revealed by doTerra; sterling silver jewelry, crystal sun catchers by Super Jewelry; fresh coffee gift sets, meat rubs and teas by Wild at Heart Coffee Company; honey, pollen, reclaimed wood art by Reclaimed Treasures; acrylic pour functional art by Creative Currents; genuine stone and natural quartz crystals by Emtman gifts; baskets and bowl cozies by Wendy’s Bags & Creations; new 3D printed gifts by Antblair Creations; and amazing steel wind chimes by Prince Chiming. For more information, visit alaskavendorshows.com. Not accepting vendors.
Date/Time: Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 21-22, 2024 | Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: Downtown Palmer Train Depot, Palmer
Contact: Raymond, 907-795-7173, akvendorshows@gmail.com