Good morning, Anchorage.

Town Square Park in downtown Anchorage will close next month for a $3.7 million renovation that begins early June to improve safety and update park features by leveling mounds, adding seating walls, and installing string lights (work may extend into next winter if lighting is delayed).

Modern Seward is the third local settlement to use Seward’s name, following early ventures like Seward City, a short-lived mining town and a separate Kachemak Bay post office—each honoring William H.

Seward’s role in Alaska’s growth.

The East Anchorage jazz band is set to end its season with a community fundraiser — a response to ASD cuts in local arts funding — that aims to rally neighborhood support for live music.

Australian company Santos produced first oil at its Pikka project on May 18 near Nuiqsut.

The more than $3 billion oil field is slated to eventually yield 80,000 barrels daily and generate over $200 million in its first year.

A moose family was seen on video blocking traffic on Seward Highway Saturday as mama moose with newborns tried to cross during Memorial Day weekend.

Viewers are reminded that these wild animals can be protective this season.

Oil and gas firms have asked BLM to speed up permits for projects in the National Petroleum Reserve-Alaska (NPR-A) by covering similar sites under one environmental study.

The agency began its public scoping period today and will gather input until Tuesday, July 6.

Skinny Raven Twilight 12K & 6K

7-10 p.m. — Skinny Raven Sports — Registration fees vary — Kick off summer with a fun 12K or 6K run and enjoy live music and refreshments at the finish line.

Breakthrough Basketball Essential Skills Camp

June 2-4 — O'Malley Sports Center — $97 for observing coaches — Elevate your basketball skills with high-intensity drills designed for young players.

2026 Alaska Regional Conference

Educational sessions and networking for small businesses — Jun 9-10 — Marriott Anchorage Downtown — Fee info not specified — Access resources and matchmaking opportunities tailored for various business categories.

Summer Concert Series: Wiley Post Live

7-8:30 p.m. — Suzan Nightingale McKay Park — Free entry — Enjoy a night of rocking live music and beautiful views in your neighborhood park.

Midnight Sun 7s 2026

10 AM – 11:30 PM — Alaska Mountain Rugby Grounds — Cost Info Not Provided — Experience fast-paced rugby action and great vibes under the midnight sun.

Paint Nite: Late Summer Sunset

6-8 p.m. — Ravens Ring Brewing Company — Cost varies — Unleash your creativity with a guided painting experience while enjoying your favorite brews.

Garden Grooves – Solstice Edition

6:00 – 8:30 PM — 49th State Brewing - Anchorage — Free entry — Celebrate the longest day of the year with live music in a beautiful beer garden.

Anchorage Midnight Sun 5K & Family Fun Run

11:30 PM — Town Square Park — Registration fees vary — Experience a magical race under the midnight sun with festive activities and stunning views.

Modern Nurse Fest Alaska

10 AM-4 PM — BP Energy Center — Free entry — Celebrate modern nursing with insightful sessions and networking in beautiful Alaska.