Aspen Hotels – JuneauLinda Rosenthal is a world-renowned violinist who dreamed of sharing jazz music with her community. The beautiful combination of the community’s love and support for the theme and the unique natural setting made Juneau the perfect place for a spectacular event of world-class jazz and classical music. Linda has been recognized for her contributions to…
Category Archives: Events
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Juneau Jazz & Classics Festival
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Juneau Maritime Festival
Juneau’s Maritime heritage, rich culture, and commerce are celebrated through fun and unique experiences that bring together loved ones and nations worldwide. The annual Juneau Maritime Festival is usually held the first week of May to mark the beginning of summer. If you love seafood, this festival is for you. During your time at the…
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Juneau’s Gold Rush Days
The Gold Rush Days is a small-scale annual celebration every second or third weekend of June wherein all the locals and visitors get to participate in various gold mining and logging activities. This simple family event turned into a community celebration that has entertained the people of Juneau for almost thirty years. The Celebration’s Brief…
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Wickersham State History Site: Home of Alaska’s Patron
If you are looking for a place that tells a remarkably interesting history about Juneau, Alaska, then you are in luck. Wickersham State Historic Site is the place for you. Wickersham State Historic Site, located at 213 7th Street in Juneau Alaska, is only a 12-minute drive from the Aspen Suites Hotel. It was the…
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Final Friday in the Valley
It’s the last Final Friday of the summer, and the entire valley comes alive with entertainment, arts vendors, food trucks, and much more at the Valley Small Business District from 4 – 7 p.m. on August 31. This monthly event is the perfect way to wrap up another month, and in Juneau this means…
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Golden North Salmon Derby
August 17 – 19 marks the annual Golden North Salmon Derby, the most fun fishing event in the state since 1947. Families and those of all ages who adore fishing (or want to learn more) spend three days vying for the biggest Cohos and Kings in the Alaskan waters. You could win prizes, bragging…
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Fourth of July Parade
Enjoy an old-fashioned Independence Day celebration at the annual Juneau Fourth of July Parade. The 2018 theme is “Volunteers: Fabric of Our Community.” You’ll see first-hand just how committed local volunteers are with incredible decorations, family-friendly events, and a famous parade that winds through the streets of downtown showering candy on the spectators. With…
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Gold Rush Days
Will you strike it rich at the annual Gold Rush Days? Learn about the history of mining, panning, and logging as the history of Juneau is brought to life on June 16 and 17. The event is free, family-friendly, and takes place at Savikko Park. Check out the mining skills competition, logging relays, and…
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Juneau Jazz and Classics
May 4 – 19 marks the 32nd annual Juneau Jazz and Classics Festival. Artistic Director William Ransom is now in his second year of service, though each festival takes up to 24 months of planning. Part of the Chamber Music of America and the Western Jazz Association, the event creators partner with the best…
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Artists of All Nations
On April 22, you’ll find an array of indigenous artists in one space showcasing their artistry and craft. From beading to weaving, carving to knitting, it’s truly one-stop-shopping and a way to appreciate the diverse cultures of Alaskan and North American indigenous communities. However, the monthly event isn’t only for indigenous artists—all creatives are…
