Good morning, Anchorage.

Anchorage Parks and Recreation has brought back its free Frosty Fun Family Sledding nights at Kincaid Park for families to sled and enjoy winter fun today from 6 to 7:30 p.m.—attendees can warm up by the fire with hot cocoa and enjoy the tradition with no registration required.

Today, kindergarten and first-grade students from Anchor Lutheran School delivered handmade cards and stuffed animals to the Police and Fire crews at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to offer comfort to both officers and children.

The act of kindness + care brightened spirits at the busy terminal.

Raising Cane’s in Anchorage donated 15% of sales from its three locations on Giving Tuesday to Bean’s Café to support the Children’s Lunchbox program—up to $10,000 was pledged, following last year’s donation of over $8,000 to help feed children in need.

Anchorage's Lucky Wishbone restaurant—known for its unchanged chicken and quality milkshakes—celebrated 70 years in business on December 2, maintaining the classic taste that has made it a local favorite.

New Pacific Airlines, which planned to offer flights from Anchorage to Asia and had renovated part of the North Terminal at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, halted operations on November 26 due to financial losses and airspace closures from the Russia-Ukraine war.

The airport has since reclaimed the renovated space—now seeking new tenants for the area.

Alaska is featured in the PBS series A Reading Road Trip today at 4 p.m. AKST on YouTube, Facebook and PBS platforms—this episode examines Alaska's literary heritage by focusing on Alaska Native storytelling, iconic authors and local venues like Title Wave Books in Anchorage.

It aims to spark local dialogue about the state's rich writing traditions and historic cultural contributions.

Environmental advocates say Gov. Dunleavy’s administration did not follow key parts of a 10-year mining agreement with British Columbia (including stopping water quality monitoring in 2021 and not notifying locals about river pollution) while state officials insist they remain committed to cleaning cross-border rivers. State officials reported they are using shared science with British Columbia to tackle pollution and a cleanup company will hold a public webinar today (to update residents on progress).

The Rabbit Creek pedestrian bridge reopened after a fierce windstorm in mid-January tore off its decking and railing above Seward Highway—DOT crews spent six weeks repairing the 318-foot structure built in 1972, restoring safe access for Rabbit Creek Elementary School students.

State officials recognized the bravery of two troopers who risked death by entering frigid waters in separate rescues—each saving a life and prompting official recognition for their perilous efforts.

On Tuesday, December 2, two Alaska State Troopers were honored at the governor’s office for risking their lives in separate rescues earlier this year—one trooper saved a man from the Tanana River and the other rescued a teen from a Mat-Su lake.

Alaska Regional Hospital gave $15K to the Red Cross on Dec.

2 to help with relief efforts for displaced residents—Red Cross teams continue to assist those in need across Western Alaska.

For over 50 years, mushers have cared for Iditarod sled dogs with changing practices—early huskies with thick, wolf-like coats evolved into specially bred racers using jackets and varied bedding to stay safe—demonstrating a long history of innovative animal care.

The 54th Iditarod will begin on March 7, promising new ideas like lighter space blankets for the dogs.

After Hours Featuring Midnight Son & Kala Jenkins

7-9 p.m. — Momentum Studios — Ticketed event — Experience soulful music and captivating visual art from Anchorage's local talent.

Candlelight: 90s Unplugged

4-5 p.m. — 49th State Brewing - Anchorage — Tickets available — Experience the nostalgic tunes of the 90s played by a string quartet under candlelight.

Python for Scientists Training Class

Dec 8-12 — Frontier Safety And Supply, LLC — $2250 — Enhance your Python skills with hands-on training tailored for scientists.

Holiday Wreath Workshop

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Dimond Greenhouse — $45 per wreath — Create your own festive wreath using fresh cut greens for the holiday season.

The Snow Globe Run

11 AM – 1 PM — Peanut Farm — Check for entry fees — Lace up for a festive run, walk, or cheer along at this community winter event.

Winter Solstice Festival

5-8 p.m. — Cuddy Family Midtown Park — Free entry — Celebrate the shortest day of the year with winter activities, warm festivities, and holiday cheer.

West Anchorage High School Basketball Game

6:00 – 7:15 PM — West Anchorage High School — Free entry — Catch an exciting girls basketball matchup at the local high school.

Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings

8:30-9:30 p.m. — 49th State Brewing - Anchorage — $38 — Experience a magical evening of Christmas carols performed by a string quartet in candlelight.

Alaska Winter Survival Day Camp

10 AM – 3 PM — Anchorage Museum — Check website for pricing — Engage in fun S.T.E.A.M activities exploring survival in Alaskan winters.

New Year's Eve in Anchorage 2025-2026

7-9 p.m. — Chinook — Free entry — Celebrate the New Year with fireworks and live music in Anchorage's downtown area.