From themed nights on the ice to weekend-long shopping bonanzas, there’s no shortage of seasonal events through the end of the week. Here’s a roundup of what’s happening around town Nov. 26 – Nov. 30, and how to join in.
Treadwell Arena’s Skate Nights
Treadwell Ice Arena, 105 Savikko Rd, Douglas
Wednesday: 8:00 to 9:15 p.m: Turkey Bowling: visit the rink for a Free Skate and knock down some bowling pins. The twist? You’ll be using a frozen turkey as your ball! Win a turkey by hitting the most pins and enjoy a holiday skate.
Friday: 7 to 8:15 p.m: Santa Skate: skate with Santa and his elves!
Events include both admission and skate rentals free of charge — just be aware that rental skates are limited and first come, first served.
Learn more here, or contact Treadwell Arena at (907) 586-0410.
Thanksgiving Dinner at Eagle River United Methodist Camp
Thursday: 10:00 am – 7:00 pm at Eagle River United Methodist Camp, 27500 Glacier Highway, about Mile 28, just before Eagle Beach State Park
Bring a dish to share if you can. There will be plenty of delicious food! Enjoy a roaring fire, play games with friends, go for a walk at the camp or a walk to the beach, maybe even see whales! The lodge will be open by 10 a.m. and we’ll start serving Thanksgiving Dinner about 1:30 p.m. The camp is located at 27500 Glacier Highway, about Mile 28, just before Eagle Beach State Park.
Learn more here, or contact: Jane Ginter, ginteralaska@gmail.com, 907 209-8185.
Salvation Army Thanksgiving Dinner
Thursday: 11:00 am – 1:00 pm at Juneau Yacht Club, 1301 Harbor Way, Juneau
A free shuttle will run between the Yacht Club and the Salvation Army, which is located at 439 Willoughby Avenue
Everyone is welcome.
Learn more here.
Resurrection Lutheran Church Thanksgiving Dinner
Thursday: 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm at Resurrection Lutheran Church, 740 W 10th St, Juneau
Dinner will be served in the church’s community cafeteria and dining room, provided by RCL Food Services staff and volunteers.
Learn more here.
Juneau Public Market
Centennial Hall and the Juneau Arts and Culture Center
Friday: 12:00 – 7:00 pm
Saturday & Sunday: 10 am – 5 pm
The Juneau Public Market is the largest event by attendance in Southeast Alaska. Over 175 vendors — many from across the region and others across the country — will offer arts, crafts and other products.
$10 at the door, cash only, gets you a 3-day ticket for admission to Centennial Hall. The JACC is free to enter.
Learn more here.
Indigenous Artist & Vendor Holiday Market
Elizabeth Petrovitch Hall, 320 W Willoughby Ave, Ste 300, Juneau
Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Don’t miss your chance to shop, connect, and share in the holiday spirit with our phenomenal Indigenous artists! There will be over two dozen vendors selling regalia, jewelry, woodworking and more.
Learn more here.
Spice Juneau Indian Cuisine Holiday Spice Market
Saturday: 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm at Spice Juneau Indian Cuisine, 116 N Franklin St, Juneau
Spice Juneau is holding a one-time only spice market for the holidays! We will have bulk spices, Spice family recipes, and spiced wine for sale. We will also have a station to grind your own spices and ask the Spice Lady all of your questions about authentic Indian cooking!
Learn more here, contact: info@spicejuneau.com
Handel’s “Messiah”
Ḵunéix̱ Hídi Northern Light United Church, 400 W 11th St, Juneau
Saturday: 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Sunday: 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Members of Taku Winds, community chorus and soloists (Kayla Dapcevich, Aria Moore, Jacob Miller and David Monroe) bring you Part One and Hallelujah Chorus of Handel’s “Messiah”. What a wonderful way to start the Christmas season. This is our gift to Juneau, so please join us.
No admission charge, but donations will be accepted.
Learn more here, contact: juneaucommunityband@gmail.com
This is a developing story. If you know of a holiday event in Juneau missing from this list, reach reporter Mari Kanagy at mari.kanagy@juneauempire.com.
