Home / Arts and Entertainment / Anchorage Folk Fest: Music, Comedy & More!
Anchorage Folk Fest: Music, Comedy & More!
24 Jan
Summary
- Anchorage Folk Festival features free performances and paid shows.
- Various local businesses host nightly performances during Folk Week.
- Several distinct events like comedy shows and benefits occur this week.
The 37th annual Anchorage Folk Festival commences this week, presenting a dynamic schedule of events. Free performances are scheduled at the Wendy Williamson Auditorium throughout Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, showcasing local talent and emerging artists. Additionally, workshops on dancing, instrumental performance, and songwriting will be available.
Folk Week continues into next week with performances hosted by numerous local businesses across Anchorage, including Middle Way Cafe and Hearth Artisan Pizza. A special fundraiser concert for the Anchorage Folk Festival is set for next Wednesday, featuring The Horsenecks and Hannah Read.
Beyond the festival, Anchorage hosts several other notable events. Comedian Billy Wayne Davis will perform on Friday, as will the 'Ilapet -- "Our Relatives"' benefit for Western Alaska storm relief, which includes Alaska Native dance performances and a Native art market. International Guitar Night also returns for two evenings, featuring acclaimed guitarists from around the world. The Anchorage Symphony's "Celebration" concert is scheduled for Saturday.
