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January 2009

Russian Christmas and Starring - January 7
For information, call St. Michael's Cathedral, (907) 747-8120 or write, St. Michael's Cathedral, P.O. Box 697, Sitka, Alaska 99835.


February 2009

Sitka Jazz Festival and All-Alaska Honor Jazz Festival February 5-7
Come to Sitka and experience world-class jazz performances and jazz education seminars. The event includes student performances and guest musical greats.

Alaska Airlines Winter Classics Concert Series Date to be determined
It may be cold outside, but the musicians of the Sitka Music Festival will provide plenty of heat and excitement to warm up your winter.   Call 907-747-6774 for tickets.


March 2009

Herring Fishery- Dates Depend Upon The Fish!
Wildlife is generally abundant as the herring gather and spawn in Sitka waters. The actual herring fishery is "on call" and the opening is announced by the Alaska Dept. of Fish and Game.   Call (907) 747-5940 for a free Sitka vacation guide or email:  scvb@sitka.org  and visit SItka during this unique opening!

Sitka Arti Gras - March 6-8, 13-15
Regional Artists and Musicians get together.  Workshops, live music and the Sitka Spring Gallery Walk are some of the events during this Sitka music and arts festival.  For information call Vern Culp at (907) 747-6080. Email: sitkaartigras@gmail.com

Traditional Blessing of the Fleet - Date to be determined
This annual Blessing is given to Sitka's Fishing Fleet. For information, call (907) 747-3338.


May 2009

Mother's Day Quilt Show - May 4-15
An event sponsored by the Oceanwave Quilters Guild showing new and historic quilts. For information, call Sabra at (907) 747-5071.

25th Annual Julie Hughes Triathlon - May 16  
9 am at the Hames Athletic & Wellness Center.  Registration is 5-7 pm May 15 at the Center.  The 6 mile run, 10 mile bike ride and 1,000 meter swim. There is also a short course for the 12 and under participants. $20 fee. All cyclists are required to have a bicycle safety check prior to the event. Athletes can compete on a team or individually. For information call Susan (907) 747-0519.

Sitka Salmon Derby - May 23, 24, 25 and May 30 & May 31
Catch prize-winning fish in the sparkling waters of Sitka. Cash or prizes. For information, contact the Sitka Sportsman's Association at PO Box 3030, Sitka, Alaska 99835, phone: (907) 747-6790.


                                                                                                                June 2009

Sitka Summer Music Festival June 5-26, 2008
The 38th Annual Sitka Summer Music Festival will showcase classical chamber music of internationally acclaimed musicians. Festival performances include evening concerts at Harrigan Hall renowned for its breathtaking views of Sitka Sound. Other activities include a Brown Bag Lunch Series, Community Concert and Ice Cream Social, Crab Feed and other events. For schedule and ticket information, please contact the Sitka Summer Music Festival, P O Box 3333, Sitka, AK 99835 or call (907) 277-4852.
Email: director@sitkamusicfestival.org


Sitka Fine Arts Camp at Mt. Edgecumbe High School. June 8-12 Mini camp (1st-6th Grades), June 14-27 (6th-9th Grades), June 28-July 12 (10th-13th High school grades). Since 1973, the Fine Arts Camp has been attracting students ages 12-18 from Alaska and beyond to study the fine arts of theater, dance, music, visual arts, writing and Alaska Native arts. First class professional artists and skilled teachers are recruited throughout the country. For more information, contact: Sitka Fine Arts Camp, P O Box 3086, Sitka, AK 99835 - (907) 747-3085 or email: rschmidt@fineartscamp.org


The Island Institute's 25th Sitka Symposium June 25-28
This year's theme:  Framework:  Shaping An Enduring Human Culture. The symposium will bring together an international group of writers, poets, essayists, tribal advocates and others for a week-long series of conversations. Anyone interested is encouraged to enroll for the full week's activities or come to particular sessions. Please call (907) 747-3794 for more information.


July 2009

Fourth of July Celebration - July 2 - 4
A grand celebration complete with parade, demonstrations, game and food booths, softball tournament, dance, and fireworks display. Please check the newspaper for events.

HomeSkillet Music Fest - Dates to be determined
All ages music festival featuring local and out of town bands. Soul, Hip Hop, Blues and Garage Style Rock n Roll.
Admission.  Various locations.



Mudball Classic Softball Tournament - Sept. 5 - 7   This annual Labor Day Weekend tournament invites softball teams from around the nation to play in Sitka.  Email:  webmaster@sitkasoftball.com

15th Annual Running of the Boots - Sept. 26
A fun day of celebrating the end of another successful visitor and fishing season.  Free food, fun and games, and the Running of the Boots.  Call Sheila Finkenbinder at (907) 747-8604.


October 2009

Alaska Day Festival - October 10 through 18, 2008
The actual transfer ceremony occurred in Sitka when the United States purchased Alaska from Russia in 1867. Celebrations include ceremonies, a period costume ball, dances, dinners, contests, and a parade. If you are flying in to Sitka for all of these festivities, please visit: www.alaskaair.com for special rates!  For information, contact Alaska Day Festival Committee member Helen Cunningham, (907) 747-6738.


November 2009

Native American Heritage Festival
For information on the wide variety of activities, please call Sitka Tribe of Alaska, (907) 747-3207.  www.sitkatribe.org
Various annual events take place through this month, including the Annual Native Awareness Fashion Show, annual parade, and SItka National Historical Park's film series.

13th Annual Sitka WhaleFest: A Celebration of Marine Wildlife - November 6-8
Educational lectures from biologists and speakers, concert, marine tours, and more! Space is limited! Advance reservations recommended to guarantee admission to all events. For information, call the Sitka Whalefest Committee at (907) 747-7964 or email director@sitkawhalefest.org.  Sitka Whalefest, PO Box 6004, Sitka, AK 99835 USA (907) 747-7964

Sitka's Holiday Fest November-December
A celebration of the holidays including the Christmas Bazaar, parade, Holiday Concerts, Polar Dip, and extended shopping hours. For details, please check the Daily Sitka Sentinel


December 2009

Landlubber's Parade - December (Date  to be announced)
This annual Christmas parade walks the downtown area in celebration of the holiday season. 

8th Annual Sitka Artisans Market - December 4-6
Held at Harrigan Centennial Hall. The primary vendors at this event are local artists and crafts persons who produce unique, quality products, many of which can be found in local stores year-round.  Visitors and locals alike appreciate buying made-in-Alaska products.
For information, call Sheila at the Chamber, (907) 747-8604.


October 2009 - January 2010

Whale Watching - October through mid-December
The pristine waters around Sitka are a popular feeding ground for humpback whales as they migrate South. View whales from our new viewing station, Whale Park, or visit the Sitka Convention & Visitors Bureau  website, www.sitka.org for a list of wildlife boat charter operators who can take share these amazing marine mammals.

Russian Christmas - January 7

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