Good morning, Anchorage.

Local organizers will host a Christmas in July celebration at a community center later this week to provide holiday gifts & festive activities for children in need.

Anchorage motorcyclists from ABATE & Alaska Vets Motorcycle Club held the 25th annual Christmas in July Toy Run on Saturday, delivering donated toys to children in need across the city.

The festive caravan featured decorated motorcycles, including one with a red nose and reindeer antlers that pulled a sleigh.

Cal Worthington, a legendary car salesman who arrived in Anchorage in January 1977, is remembered for his bold commercials and daring stunts that made his brand a local fixture.

His 'My Dog Spot' ads featuring wild animals and thrilling feats remain a distinctive part of community lore.

Anchorage is mulling a waste-to-energy plant at the Regional Landfill to power up to 20,000 homes & extend landfill life.

Officials plan public sessions in early September and will present a financial plan to the Assembly in May to advance the project, which could start construction in 2030.

Anchorage’s Historic Preservation Commission has asked the state transportation department to reassess its Safer Seward Highway project to protect Turnagain Arm’s historic sites — the commission warned that the design may expose sensitive cultural areas and alter key heritage settings if it remains unchanged.

Cuddy Park Summer Concert Series Featuring Nervis Rex

7-8:30 p.m. — Cuddy Family Midtown Park — Free entry — Enjoy live local music in a beautiful neighborhood park setting.

Family Paint Night

6-8 p.m. — Ravens Ring Brewing Company — Supplies included — Create a colorful seasons-themed painting in a fun, welcoming environment.

Split the Pot drawing

A $2,000 minimum jackpot is guaranteed. The pot will increase when $4000 in sales is exceeded. Sales end at midnight 7/31/26. For the month of July Local 71 is running a Split the Pot raffle to fund the Local 71 Scholarship & Training Fund. The self-perpetuating fund provides a program of scholarships to assist eligible Local 71 Members and their families in furthering their professional training, certifications, licenses, and education.

Anchorage Tattoo Expo 2026

11 a.m. — Sheraton Anchorage Hotel — Tickets available at the door — Experience live tattooing by over 80 award-winning artists at Alaska's premier tattoo expo.

Hippie Sabotage & Waka Flocka Flame Live

6-9 p.m. — Williwaw Social — Ticket prices vary — Experience electrifying performances by Hippie Sabotage and Waka Flocka Flame in downtown Anchorage.

Dave Nihill: Live in Anchorage

7-11 PM — Wilda Marston Theatre — Cost Info Not Available — Experience the comedic journey of Dave Nihill from Ireland to the world.