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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Juneau Jazz and Classics
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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…
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First Saturday Improv
Every first Saturday, the Gold Town Nickelodeon hosts an Improv Show that isn’t to be missed. Mark your calendars for April 7 and head downtown for a lineup that faces unscripted scenes and plenty of debauchery. You’ll be treated to the best in hometown talent from the Alaska State Improv Festival—and might discover a new…
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St. Patrick’s Day
Alaska takes St. Patrick’s Day seriously—so seriously that even though St. Patrick’s Day occurs during Lent, Juneau’s Diocesan Administrator and local Father Pat Travers in Ketchikan allows parishioners to eat meat (specifically corned beef and cabbage!). Catholics know St. Patrick’s Day as the Memorial of Saint Patrick, and excuse the no-meat month for the…