Events
March 20-26
Gold Medal Basketball Tournament: Teams throughout Southeast Alaska meet in Juneau for a tournament that provides competition as well as social opportunities for the people of Southeast. Contact (907) 789-7077 or web site
April 11-17
Alaska Folk Festival (31th annual): The largest gathering of musicians from around the state (and Yukon) meet in Juneau for a week of performances, workshops and dances at Centennial Hall. Contact (907) 463-3316 or web site
May
Spring King Salmon Derby (9th annual): Sponsored by the Central Council Tlingit Haida Alumni Scholarship Program, proceeds from the derby fund scholarships for tribal enrollees. Cash prizes are awarded. Contact Leslie Isturis (907) 463-7133 or web site.
Juneau Jazz and Classics (19th annual): A nine day event celebrating spring and music. Blues, jazz and classical musicians from around the country play in various venues, including on board a boat for a "blues cruise." Contact (907) 463-3378.
June
Gold Rush Days: A festival of logging events, mining events, food and fun for the whole family. Contact John Sandor (907) 586-2497.
July
Fourth of July Celebration: Begins at midnight on the 3rd with gala fireworks presentation downtown, over Gastineau Channel. Events, parades, sand castle building contest, dog-frisbee contests, etc. make the 4th special in Juneau. Contact (907) 364-3346.
August
59th Golden North Salmon Derby: Sponsored by the Territorial Sportsmen, this is the oldest salmon derby in the state. Large cash prizes are awarded. Proceeds from the derby are given as scholarships for students. Contact Territorial Sportsmen (907) 789-2399 or web site.
November
Juneau Public Market November: A community holiday event that includes arts and crafts, imports, photography, wearable art and much more. Contact Peter Metcalfe (907) 586-1166.
December
Gallery Walk (24th annual): An entertaining evening (and following afternoons) of exploring the many galleries of Juneau. Local artists are available for questions about their work. Contact (907) 586-4653.
