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Anchorage Visual and Performing Arts

The arts in Anchorage are as diverse as the Alaska landscape, with countless opportunities to enjoy the extraordinary talent of local performers and artisans.

Explore the Anchorage Calendar of Events to find a season-long list of performing and visual art events.

First Friday Art Shows

Visual artists are in the spotlight the first Friday of each month when Anchorage art galleries stay open late to celebrate new works by local artists. A map for participating galleries is included in the Thursday edition of the Anchorage Press publication, one day prior.

Music in the Park

Summer Noon-hour concerts attract office workers, families and visitors who enjoy lunch while listening to local musicians. “Live After Five” street concerts occur Fridays, June – July. www.anchoragedowntown.org

Wild Salmon on Parade

Wacky, whimsical, and definitely wild, salmon statues are displayed throughout downtown Anchorage each summer in celebration of Alaska’s unique salmon resource. Check out 2003, 2004 and 2005 Wild Salmon statues at www.Anchorage.net/salmon.

Anchorage Museum

Features art of the great north and plays curator of Anchorage’s public art. www.anchoragemuseum.org.

A Museum Without Walls

In 1998, Alaska pioneered the 1% for Art Program, establishing a requirement that one percent of all public construction budgets go toward permanent art incorporated into the project. Today, Anchorage has more than 360 completed works of art in 115 schools and public buildings, making the city’s public art collection worth more than $7.2 million, with 22 new projects in progress.

Alaska Center for the Performing Arts

The PAC, as referred to by locals, hosts a wide range of world-class performances year-round. Performance groups can also be found on smaller stages, and it’s not uncommon to find musicians jamming in local coffee shops. Get tickets at centertix.net

For a complete listing and details of Anchorage visual and performing art events, explore www.anchorage.net/events.