Great venue for our wedding. Excellent facilities and great people to work with. Thank you!!!read more

This is a beautiful venue! I came here twice during my visit to Alaska: once for a wedding…read morerehearsal and then for the wedding! There's a nice boardwalk that encircles the pond which is filled with lily pads. As we walked around the lake we saw baby ducks swimming which just added to the serenity of the nature outside. Inside the venue there's a kitchen/bar and an upstairs area which was used by the bridal party to get ready - and hide from the groom! Views from the balcony are just beautiful! Flowers, trees and mountains. It's really breathtaking! You are responsible for cleaning up and table decor. The owners were very kind! My favorite thing was he fact that with the customers consent, they will donate the center pieces to the nursing home nearby.

Let's start this out by saying.... This is a private club during normal hours…read more However, this venue is available to rent and is perfect for metal, punk shows as well as a downtown throw down spot. The rent is reasonable and the owners are very accommodating. The upstairs is available for private events and features a small stage, sound system, kitchen, and patio. Great place to have a kick ass party without pissing off the neighbors.

A beautiful place to have all events that is so tranquil and convenient. Thank you for the time…read morefor our event.

Cute banquet room perfect for small gatherings. It's well hidden in an odd location... I had no…read moreidea this place existed! I had a conference here this past weekend and even though it was right off A street, everyone got lost trying to find it. Google maps is apparently a big fat liar and sends you on a wild goose chase... But I digress. The Megan Room is a cute location for parties of about a hundred. It even has a nice patio. It is perfect for baby showers, bridal showers, conferences and would even be suitable for small weddings since it has the patio and a small industrial kitchen. There is ample parking as well. This is a nice addition to the largely underserved banquet facility space in town.

I have had the pleasure of visiting the PCA two times in the last decade, once to conduct an audit…read moreand more recently to attend a dinner with a member. PCA is kind of an odd place. I have heard stories about how it was quite the place back in the day, but now it just strikes me as odd. They have less oil and gas folks than they once did which speaks to how anchorage has changed, but I never would have expected a baby to appear in the bar of the PCA but it happened. The food is nothing special and the service isn't the quickest but if you want to have an a good place to people watch, this is it!

I'm so happy the PCA is open for lunch again! Before Covid, it was my favorite place in town to…read moretake clients to lunch, and now it's back with even better food! It's private and exclusive, but not in a stuffy or bougie way... more like a quiet place to have a delicious, quick lunch and a meeting, where the staff knows your name and provides excellent service. They have brought back the soup and salad bar, which is the best in town by far. So there's a super quick lunch option for anyone working in midtown, without getting stuck with the same old boxed salads you're used to. If you're in for a bit more of the long haul, the wings, steak bites, pork bellies, and phillys are all outstanding. There seems to be a contingent trying to make the two-martini lunch cool again, and while I will not join them (until 5), I applaud and support their efforts. Still a private club, so not everyone can go, but getting set up as a member is cost effective compared to what I think people might be imagining. Check it out!

I first discovered rage city through an event they were holding and fell in love- I love vintage…read moreand thrifting, and having a small local business to give my money too over a big corporation is always preferred. I love that they don't exclusively sell vintage, they also curate local artists wares so there is a nice blend of retro and new. The vibes in this shop are also great, I never feel weird browsing around or asking questions, and the folks behind the counter are always very helpful and kind. The prices tend to vary based on what you're buying, but to me seem very fair. Overall I would definitely recommend stopping by, you'll probably find something you didn't know you needed!

From the owner: We are Rage City Vintage. We believe that Anchorage deserves a space for the weirdos and creatives…read moreof all ages in our town to gather, shop and collectively sell their wares. We provide a safe, all-ages space where folks can be themselves. We provide space for our customers to be with their community and shop as well as provide our vendors an affordable retail space to sell their locally made and sourced creative and vintage products. Rage City Vintage is a new store for the old souls and weirdos of Anchorage, AK. We host all ages and intimate concerts, classes, readings, and art shows in our tea lounge. We are a carefully curated retail and event space that creates a safe environment for folks of all ages to live their truth. We also represent 70+ local curators, collectors, makers, and artists in our space.

This event facility is recently built located on Arctic Road…read more I've attended a community event, a private event, and concerts here. It is one of few Anchorage event facilities available to rent, that can hold over 150 people. Parking is ample and the building is secluded enough from neighboring homes. The facility includes a coffee shop/cafe area that you can choose to be open during your event. The facility kitchen is large and open. You have the ability to choose what spaces you want to rent, with the largest space being the gym. If your event has alcohol you will be required to rent the facility as a whole. I like that all rental information to include costs, deposits, etc is laid out clearly online. You will not need to contact anyone directly until you are ready. I believe they even have bouncy houses available to rent. Like most facilities, they have staff there watching. Sometimes they're cool, sometimes they're annoyingly saying the music is too loud when we in the crowd, can barely hear it. Gotta take the good with with the bad ya know?!

Sort of like the Spenard Rec Center, but smaller and newer. I'm not sure about all of the…read morebuildings offerings, but they have basketball courts, a coffee shop inside, a couple meeting or party rooms (you can rent for bday parties), and I think they run a daycare too. Coffee shop staff is super nice, decent/regular prices. If your kid is going to a basketball program (like mine is), make sure you sign them in. You have to- for liability purposes. We didn't for basketball games, but for practice yes. They host Halloween events (and possibly other holiday events) that I've seen too, just haven't been able to go to them. Bathrooms and pretty much everywhere in general is clean and staff is nice.

Wonderful place. Such a great center for educational instruction…read more The woods around this area make for a type of oasis in the middle of a very busy city. The woods cannot remove the noise of the city, but it does remove the scar of roads and urban slam. The space itself is clean, and spacious. It is well lit and architecturally, it allows for multiple meetings to go on without overhearing or even really seeing one another. The windows are also super cool. Complimentary coffee and tea available on both floors.

I know what you're thinking. "I ain't no Texas 'earl man!"…read more Well, don't sweat friend. This is a place that BP built to "give back". For you, and for me, and for the entire human race. It's actually a really nice facility. Reminds me of something Howard Roarkian in nature. It's in the woods, and it kinda blends in with the woods nicely. It's blockly. It's blocks on blocks, in the woods. Wood blocks in woods. With long rectangular windows through. Slotted wood blocks in woods. That's why I don't talk about architecture very often. Anyway, as yuppie-quinoa-and-kale-eating-urban-living-trail-running-expensive-stroller-with-suspension-owning-pasty-folks-in-their-upper-30's say: "It's a really nice space" And it's available to use, FOR FREE. I'm not 100% clear on the rules but, the way I understand it is: if you have a non-profit, and you want to use this facility during the week. Then, you can. For free. I go here once a month for the Mountaineering Club of Alaska meetings. If you use it on the Weekends, you gotta pay. Driving into here/finding it is VERY confusing. Make SURE you look at the map I uploaded to the Yelp photos. If you need to be here ON TIME: I HIGHLY suggest you scout it out or come much earlier than your event. You have been warned!

Great place to have an event. Costs about $1000 to rent the place but it has a kitchen, plenty of…read moreroom (fits 110) and they let you have your own catering come in. Limit your beer to small legs and no liquor, but there's room for a large group, music, food and an elevator to use. If I ever need another event hall I will think of this place again. I recommend it.

Admirals Place is a beautiful venue with lots of windows providing natural lighting. They host a…read morevariety of events, even on relatively short notice.

I came down here for the Scandinavian Bazaar courtesy of fellow Yelper Lard Belly E. notifying us…read moreof the event that was held here earlier today. I didn't get to see other fellow Yelpers, but it wouldn't have been easy given how packed the place was. The entire main hall was filled with vendors displaying the rich culture of Norway, Finland, and Sweden. There was a wide variety of arts & crafts, winter-style attire like boots as well as thick sweatshirts, novelty items with the national flags like pins, stickers, or Christmas ornaments, and my personal favorite, the food. There were various candies and chocolates imported from Norway and Finland. Some of the items I picked out were two milk chocolate bars, one with hazelnuts, a chocolate horse with punch filling on the inside....(can't wait to try that one...), and Swedish gummy candies. In addition to the vendors, there was also a dining area in one corner next to a food booth that offers traditional dishes from the region. Two of the items on the menu were sold out, hardly a surprise with the amount of people that were seated at the chairs and tables. I was fortunate enough to get the last order of Risengrot, a Norwegian rice porridge very similar to American oatmeal with a thick consistency. One of the employees behind the counter recommended adding sugar and cinnamon. It was very delicious and made for a great afternoon snack. Risengrot is a holiday staple during Christmas time in Norway. In addition to the candies, I came across a 2020 calendar that showed the beautiful countryside and picturesque towns with a backdrop of the fjords in the distance. I had a great time meeting and talking to everyone here, some of them locals who own businesses here in town. I'm definitely looking forward to coming back for the next one.

From the owner: Whether you are searching for the perfect wedding location, a business retreat, or party, Viking…read moreHall is the ideal. We provide a quiet, affordable, and flexible option for your next event.The rental space is approximately 50 X 60 ft (4,500 sq ft). . The main room has 10 ft ceilings, 25 X 32 ft wood dance floor. Attached is the 16 X 30 ft commercial style kitchen, coat room, foyer, restrooms, and entry area. Main hall features include a large stone fireplace, generous picture windows facing the Chugach Range Rectangle- Tables (6 ft and 8 ft) and chairs are provided. Round tables are available for rental. Optional audio/visual capabilities are built into the main hall.The kitchen contains spacious counter areas and range, grill, double oven, refrigerator. Included are two pushcarts, two 100-cup coffeepots, microwave, under-counter freezer, and garbage cans with liners. Viking Hall has plenty of off-street parking and is handicap accessible. Call us at 907-349-1613 Tuesdays through Fridays and stop by to see us during our rental office hours (or make an appointment).

A favorite local nursery with friendly, knowledgeable owners and healthy plants that are proven for…read moreour climate.

My family has been going to Forget Me Not Nursery for years. The quality and prices of their…read moreflowers are always impressive. Courtney and Brandon are always so friendly and helpful. When I moved into my first house, one of my first gifts was an apple tree from FMNN. This summer, FMNN cleared out the tables and my husband and I used the greenhouse for our wedding reception. It was an absolutely beautiful space and there were hanging baskets everywhere. FMNN is a short drive outside of Anchorage and you can't beat the views on the way out. The only downside is that in late July it can be very buggy outside the greenhouse which created a few unexpected wedding day challenges.