Calendar of Events

In addition to the events listed below, the community of Haines as a wide variety of daily happenings. Please visit the community calendar page to see what's happening this week...

Annual Events

  •  January 1, 2014 - Polar Bear Swim
    Contact Tom Morphet 907-766-3775 for more information.
     
  • January 17-18,  2014 - Alcan 200
    International snow machine race from the U.S. Canadian border to Dezadeash Lake and back on the
    Haines Highway.  For more information, contact 766-3775 or web site www.alcan200.org/.

 

If you would like more information on any of the Events above feel free to contact us.

  •  February, 2014 - Dick Hotch Basketball Tournament
    Four-days of basketball with teams from SE Alaska and Canadian communities. 
    For more information contact:  Klukwan Village 907-766-5505.

If you would like more information on any of the Events above feel free to contact us.

  •  If you would like more information on any of the Events above feel free to contact us.

  • April, 2013 - Tlingit Language Class, Sheldon Museum
    Every Tuesday from 6:30 to 8 pm at the Sheldon Museum learn the local native Tlingit language with
    teacher Joanne Elsie Spud and others.  All ages and abilities welcome (beginners to advanced) 
    classes go through May.  For more information call 907-766-2366.
     
  • April 19 - June 1st, 2013 - William McRoberts Digital Art Photography, Sheldon Museum
    Six Week Spotlight Series has begun.  William McRoberts exhibit will be displayed until June 1st.  For more
    information call 907-766-2366.
     
  • April 26, 2013 - Spring Fling, Southeast Alaska State Fair Grounds (Harriett Hall)
    Julia Scott  & the Perpetual Beer Run brings the music to you.  BBQ, beer and music at 5:30 pm, members FREE and
    non-members $10 (fee covers BBQ & Concert only).  Any questions call 907-766-2476.
     
  • April 28, 2013 - Soiree Enchantee, Chilkat Center Lobby
    An enchanting evening of Magic & Music starting at 7 pm brought to you by the Haines Arts Council.  Tickets at the door,
    $15 adult, $12 senior, $5 student and $40 family.  For more information call 907-766-3356.
     
  • April 30, 2013 - Oscar Nominated Short Films, Sheldon Museum
    Live- action Animated Shorts on Tuesday, April 30th, at 7 pm.  Brought to you by the Haines Arts Council, $6 at the door.
     
  • April, 2014 - "Big Air" Competition, at the Chilkat Pass
    Held annually near the Three Guardsmen Mountain in British Columbia.  Skiers and snowboarders compete
    in three divisions; beginner, intermediate and advanced and judged on their air, style and landing, coordinator Luck Dunbar.

     

If you would like more information on any of the Events above feel free to contact us.

  • May, 2013 - Tlingit Language Class, Sheldon Museum
    Every Tuesday from 6:30 to 8 pm at the Sheldon Museum learn the local native Tlingit language with
    teacher Joanne Elsie Spud and others.  All ages and abilities welcome (beginners to advanced)
    classes go through May.  For more information call 907-766-2366.
     
  • May 2 - 4, 2013 - TIA Yukon Conference
    Haines will be the host venue for the TIA Yukon Conference,  around 100 delegates will attend 
    the professional development forum and networking opportunity for the Yukon tourism
    industry.  For more information www.tiayukon.com.
     
  • May 24-25, 2013  -  21st Annual Great Alaska Craftbeer and Homebrew Festival
    Gourmet Beer Banquet on Friday evening.  Fun-run on Saturday morning.   Saturday afternoon
    enjoy live music, local food, and excellent craft beers from breweries and distributors across the state. 
    Limited tickets available, pre-purchase recommended.  Must be 21 with valid ID to enter. 
    Contact: SE Alaska State Fair at 907 766-2476 or Email: seakfair@aptalaska.net   www.seakfair.org
     
  • May 25, 2013 - 5K - 10K Slammin Salmon Run
    Contact:  SE Alaska State Fair at 907-766-2476 or Email:  seakfair@aptalaska.net  www.seakfair.org
     
  • May 25-27 & June 1-2,  2013- King Salmon Derby
    Kicks off Memorial Day weekend for two weekends of fishing competition with great prizes.
    Contact Kim Larson at (907) 766-3885
     

If you would like more information on any of the Events above feel free to contact us.

  • June 15, 2013 - 21st Annual Kluane to Chilkat Bike Relay 
    From Haines Junction, YT to Haines, AK.  148.8 miles along Kluane National Park, Tatshenshini Alsek
    Provincial Park and through the Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve.  Contact: Judy Ewald at (907) 766-2455 www.kcibr.org
     
  • June 15, 2013 - Fisherman's Community Barbecue
    A King Salmon dinner at Dalton City with music, dancing and a beer garden. Contact: SE Alaska State Fair at (907) 766-2476; Email: seakfair@aptalaska.net  www.seakfair.org
     
  • June 15 & 29, 2013 - Farmers Market - Haines Southeast State Fairgrounds
    A great opportunity to purchase locally grown/made produce, food, arts and crafts, and to visit with the locals.  Markets on the fairgrounds are held Saturdays under Payson's Pavilion or in Dalton City.

    If you would like more information on any of the Events above feel free to contact us.

  • July 1 - 21, 2013 - Summer Youth Theater Conservatory, Chilkat Center for the Arts
    Registration forms are now available for the Lynn Canal Players' Summer Youth Theater Conservatory.  Three weeks of theater fun culminating in a full length play to be performed for the public at the Chilkat Center for the Arts.  The Conservatory will be held July 1 through July 21, with performances July 19 and 20.  Students learn voice, movement, acting, improvisation, and stage combat as well as the technical side of the theater productions.  The Conservatory is open to students ages 8 to 18, with a half-time Playmaking session for students agaes 5 to 7.  This year will be "The Magic Lamp of Aladdin".  Registration forms available at the school, the Babbling Book, and on line at chilkatcenter.org/partners, discounts available for preregistration before June 8th.  For more information call Annette Smith 766-2708. 
     
  • July 4, 2013 - Independence Day Celebration & Music Festival
    Mt. Ripinsky run, a parade, BBQ, mud volleyball, pie eating contest and much more.  In the evening enjoy the Independence Day Music Festival at the Fort Seward Parade Grounds followed by fireworks.  Contact Haines Chamber of Commerce at 907-766-2202 www.haines chamber.org
  • July 6, 13 & 20, 2013 - Farmers Market - Haines Southeast State Fairgrounds
    A great opportunity to purchase locally grown/made produce, food, arts and crafts, and to visit with the locals.  Markets on the fairgrounds are held Saturdays under Payson's Pavilion or in Dalton City.
     
  • July  25 - 28, 2013 - 45th Annual Southeast Alaska State Fair 
    Four fun-filled days at the end of July.  Includes a parade, exhibits, logging show, live music, horseshoe tournament, fun-run, kids' stage, amusement rides, Alaska vendors, food and entertainment, live animals, puppet shows and MORE!   Contact SE Alaska State Fair at 907-766-2476 or
    Email: seakfair@aptalaska.net  or www.seakfair.org
     
  • July  27, 2013 - Haines Hustle 
    5K, 10K and trail half marathon.  Contact SE Alaska State Fair at (907) 766-2476 or Email: seakfair@aptalaska.net   or www.seakfair.org

    If you would like more information on any of the Events above feel free to contact us.

 

  • August 3, 10, 17 & 24, 2013 - Farmers Market - Haines Southeast State Fairgrounds
    A great opportunity to purchase locally grown/made produce, food, arts and crafts, and to visit with the locals.  Markets on the fairgrounds are held Saturdays under Payson's Pavilion or in Dalton City.
     
  • August 24, 2013 - 20th Annual Mardi Gras Party
    Saturday evening at the Fogcutter, Harbor and Pioneer Bars.  Costume prizes, Cajun music and refreshments.
     
  • August 31 & September 1, 2013 - Raven's Bowl Disc Tournament
    Two-day disc golf tournament held at Raven's Bowl and Glacier Point courses.  Local transportation, dinners, and live music included.  Hole prizes and cash payouts to winners.  Contact SE Alaska State Fair 907-766-2476 or email seakfair@aptalaska.net  www.seakfair.org.

  If you would like more information on any of the Events above feel free to contact us.

  • August 31 & September 1, 2013 - Raven's Bowl Disc-Golf Tournament
    Two-day disc golf tournament held at Raven's Bowl and Glacier Point courses.
    Local transportation, dinners, and live music included. Hole prizes and cash payouts to winners.
    Contact: SE Alaska State Fair at (907) 766-2476 or Email: seakfair@aptalaska.net  www.seakfair.org
     
  • September 7 & 14, 2013 - Farmers Market - Haines Southeast State Fairgrounds
    A great opportunity to purchase locally grown/made produce, food, arts and crafts, and to visit with the locals.  Markets on the fairgrounds are held Saturdays under Payson's Pavilion or in Dalton City. 
     
  • If you would like more information on any of the events listed, contact us or call or email the contact information above.

  • October through January - Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve Gathering
    World's largest congregation of American Bald Eagles. Up to 4000 eagles
    gather along the banks of the Chilkat River to feast on spawning salmon.

     If you would like more information on any of the Events above feel free to contact us.

     

     

  • November 13-17, 2013 - 19th Annual Alaska Bald Eagle Festival
    This event celebrates the peak of the winter gathering of eagles.  Educational Seminars, tours, and family special events.  Contact American Bald Eagle Foundation at 907-766-3094 or Email:  info@baldeagles.org  www.baldeagles.org 
     
  • November, 2013 - Annual Lighting of the Library Fundraiser
    Sponsored by the Friends of the Haines Borough Library.  Kick off the winter season with friends and family, music, refreshments, art project for kids, and of course, the lighting of the tree.  If you would like to help with the decorating of the library, the elves could use your help.  Call 907-766-2545 for more information.
    www.haineslibrary.org.
     

If you would like more information on any of the Events above feel free to contact us.

  • October through January - Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve Gathering - World's largest congregation of American Bald Eagles. Up to 4000 eagles gather along the banks of the Chilkat River to feast on spawning salmon. 
     
  • December 7, 2013 - Historic Fort William H. Seward Lights up for the Holidays, Fort Seward Parade Grounds
    Our Snow Dragon Parade starts on Main Street than at 5 pm sharp the great cannon blasts, the
    fort lights up, and then follow the luminarios into the Parade Grounds for a Nativity tableau followed by a
    good old fashioned bonfire and weenie roast.
     
  • December 13-14, 2013 - Annual Community Christmas Celebration
    Activities for kids of all ages.  Enter your favorite sweet treat in the candy/cookie contest, write a letter to Santa and get your picture with the man in the red suit, visit Mrs. Claus at the Public Library for stories and songs, stop by the Museum to see the trains and get an early start on your holiday shopping.   For more information contact the Haines Chamber 907-766-2202  www.haineschamber.org.

    If you would like more information on any of the Events above feel free to contact us.