An abundance of traditional events and familiar faces, along with plenty of new ones, are scheduled at more than 50 locations throughout downtown Juneau as part of this year’s Gallery Walk starting Friday afternoon and extending past midnight into Saturday.
The weather is more likely to be “Juneau Christmas” than “White Christmas,” with the forecast calling for rain and temperatures in the mid-30s. But in addition to the performers, vendors and cast of colorful characters who will be seen in the streets outside, there also will be plenty of warm spaces and warm drinks inside shops, museums and other locations.
Events span a triangular area from the Alaska State Museum to the Alaska State Capitol to the Goldbelt Tram. A free Holiday Trolley will make stops at those locations, as well as the intersection of Front and Franklin streets in the heart of downtown.
The following performances, art exhibitions and other activities are scheduled during Gallery Walk, according to the Juneau Arts and Humanities Council, which organizes the event in collaboration with the Downtown Business Association:
ÁAK’W VILLAGE DISTRICT, MAIN ST, GLACIER AVE
Juneau Arts & Humanities Council: Christine Carpenter | Colors of Juneau, 350 Whittier St., Juneau Arts and Culture Center, 4-7 p.m.
“The Colors of Juneau” features original artwork using botanical pigments, inks, and papers, all made from foraged finds that Christine harvested from the land of Juneau. Exhibit will be on display until Saturday, Dec. 28. Event also features a pop-up market in the main hall with local artists, food vendors and nonprofits.
Exhibit up through the month.
Alaska State Museum: “Sharing the World I Know” by Ree Nancarrow; “Qayaq” by Lou Logan; “Honoring the Ordinary” by Joel Isaak Łiq’a yes, 395 Whittier St., Andrew P. Kashevaroff Building, 4:30-7 p.m.
“Sharing the World I Know” is a new solo exhibition featuring quilt works by Fairbanks art quilter Ree Nancarrow. She will also give a talk about her work at noon, Saturday, Dec. 7, in the APK Lecture Hall. Both events are free. Exhibit runs through March 15, 2025. Juneau-based qayaq (kayak) maker Lou Logan will construct an open-sea qayaq at the Alaska State Museum this summer. Logan is making his first skin-on-frame qayaq in the tradition of his Iñupiaq ancestors from Wales, Alaska. “Honoring the Ordinary” is an exhibition of works by Dena’ina multidisciplinary artist Joel Isaak Łiq’a yes of Kenai. The exhibit runs through Jan. 11, 2025.
Exhibit up through the month.
Friends of the State Library, Archives and Museum: Gallery Walk Vendor Market, 395 Whittier St., Andrew P. Kashevaroff Building Atrium, 4-8 p.m.
Vendors include Little Cabin Studios, Juneau Woolies, Shawn Hatt Cohen, Glo Ink, MK MacNaughton, Bryn Fluharty, Averyl Veliz, This Chickweed Alaska, Fawn Waterfield and others.
First Friday opening only.
Juneau-Douglas City Museum: Patrick Ripp, Timi Johnson and Teri Robus: 3 Body Problem, 114 W. 4th St., 4:30-7 p.m.
Random chance and self-imposed constraints guiding 3 artists in pursuit of paintings is the result of works created by three painters who met periodically over the course of a year to determine collective painting projects or “challenges.” The challenges took the form of randomly selected rules and limitations such as restrictions in color use, subject matter, media, time, size, and use of unconventional tools or techniques. Patrick Ripp is an acrylic painter who enjoys both the challenges of the medium and the unique experience of painting outdoors in Southeast Alaska. Timi Johnson paints primarily in oil and has expanded to include charcoal, graphite, oil pastel, watercolor, and mixed media into her compositions. Teri Robus paints with oils sometimes mixed with wax. She uses many different materials and tools to make marks, textures, and shapes on her surfaces.
Exhibit up through the month.
Juneau Dance Theatre: “The Nutcracker,” 1639 Glacier Ave, JDHS Auditorium, 7-9 p.m.
Guest artists Nanako Yamamoto and Aldeir Monteiro from the American Repertory Ballet company join Juneau Dance Theatre’s ballet students and local performers. Ticket prices vary. All front/center seats are $35. Age-based pricing applies, elsewhere in the theatre. Lap children under age 2 are free.
Through the weekend.
Marie Drake Planetarium: Explore the Universe, 1415 Glacier Ave., 5:30-7 p.m.
Explore the universe with the new digital projector and see short full-dome movies on 30-foot dome. Questions welcome. Bring a pillow and lie on the floor if desired. Suitable for all ages. Astronomy coloring pages will be given away.
First Friday opening only.
Capital Grind: Gallery Walk drink specials, 730 W. 11th St., 4-7 p.m.
Open late for Gallery Walk.
First Friday opening only.
Coppa: Jim Fowler, acrylic landscapes, 917 Glacier Ave. #102, 4-7 p.m.
Featuring Jim Fowler’s acrylic landscapes from Alaska and the Canadian west. Purchased work can be picked up before the end of the exhibit in January by agreement with the artist who will arrange a replacement.
Exhibit up through the month.
HISTORIC MERCHANTS WHARF
Real Juneau Home Group: Santa Claus, 2 Marine Way #111, 4:30-7:30 p.m.
Photos with Santa. Hot cocoa and treats. Accepting non-perishable donations for the food bank.
First Friday opening only.
Frost + Fur: Anchorage Distillery, Sample Pouring, 2 Marine Way #114, 4:30-7:30 p.m.
Samples of distillery’s canned cocktails.
First Friday opening only.
Hearthside Books: Authors Joel Bennet, Tricia Brown and Marion Elliot, 2 Marine Way #119, 4:30-8 p.m.
First Friday opening only.
Wings Airways & the Taku Lodge: The newly opened “Alcove” storefront in the Merchants Wharf, 2 Marine Way #120, 3-7 p.m.
Winter pop-up opening of Merchants Wharf storefront, showcasing gifts, homewares, and aviation-inspired merchandise.
First Friday opening only.
HERITAGE WAY
Sealaska Heritage Institute: Native artist vendors, last chance to see Celebration Juried Art Show, Eagle Raven Dancers, Native Youth Olympics, 105 Heritage Way: Walter Soboleff Building and 2 Sealaska Plaza: Atnané Hít (Sealaska Heritage Arts Campus), 4-8 p.m.
Native Artists in the Walter Soboleff Building (105 Heritage Way) lobby, the Arts Campus (2 Sealaska Plaza) from 4-8 p.m.; holiday sale in SHI Store from 10 a.m.- 8 p.m.; Celebration 2024 Juried Art Show viewing in the Walter Soboleff Building from 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Eagle Raven Dancers in Walter Soboleff Building and Front Street at 5:30 p.m.; Native Youth Olympics in Walter Soboleff Building at 6:30 p.m.
First Friday opening only.
Sealaska Corporation: Jazz Trio Performance & Northwest Coast Student Art Showcase, 1 Sealaska Plaza, 4:30-7:30 p.m.
Tom Locher, David Sheakley and Alyssa Fischer perform. Also, the Northwest Coast Student Art Showcase will feature works by students and faculty in the Northwest Coast Indigenous Arts courses held during the Fall 2024 Semester at the University of Alaska Southeast Juneau Campus.
First Friday opening only.
Downtown Business Association: Gallery Walk Front Street Entertainment, Front Street and Heritage Way, 4:30-7:30 p.m.
Pop-up performances by JAMM Carolers, JDHS Dance Team, Eagle Raven Dance Group and Zansler. Hot cocoa and chai, fire pit, and vendor booths in Sealaska Plaza.
First Friday opening only.
FRONT STREET & SEWARD STREET
Heritage Coffee Downtown: Santa Selfie Station, 130 Front St., 4:30-7:30 p.m.
Selfies with Santa by donation, fundraiser for Juneau Animal Rescue.
First Friday opening only.
Crystal Saloon: Juneaucorns “Dinner Concert” + ZAP!, Dr. Ache, Uncle Flex, Fanci Boi, 218 Front St., 6 p.m.-2 a-m. (Saturday)
“Juneaucorns” (Sonia Kumar, Harper Gunn, Nina Edwards, David Elrod) performs dinnertime show, followed by Juneau DJ group hosting concurrent shows downstairs and upstairs?
First Friday opening only.
Drip Drop Wonder Shop: ArtistNatalie and The Rain Dogs, 220 Front St., 4-11 p.m.
One-year anniversary celebration of shop featuring “Big Universe” exhibit of tiny originals. Set by The Rain Dogs at 9 p.m., $10 payment suggested/ tipping encouraged.
First Friday opening only.
Cordova’s: Anniversary Sale, 224 Front St., 11 a.m.-8 p.m.
Eight-year anniversary celebration. Sale begins online at midnight for 24 hours, with biggest discounts at beginning.
First Friday opening only.
Ben Franklin Store: Juneau Paperworks, 233 Front St., 4-8 p.m.
Shop offers holiday essentials, toys, RC, hobby and Alaska-made goods. Also features pop-up with Juneau Paperworks’ handmade gifts and party supplies made locally.
First Friday opening only.
Triangle Club Bar: Napkin Art Contest, 251 Front St., 4 p.m.-1 a.m. (Saturday).
Entries due Dec. 4. Everyone can vote for favorite napkin during Gallery Walk. Prizes for the top three napkins
Exhibit up through the month.
The Pottery Jungle: Johanna Griggs, artist/painter, 223 Seward St., 4-8 p.m.
Johanna Griggs is a self-taught landscape artist who focuses on inspiring details of Southeast Alaska. She will show originals, framed and unframed prints, stickers, magnets and other stocking stuffers.
First Friday opening only.
Wooshkindein Da.áat Lily Hope Weaver Studio: Exclusive to Gallery Walk collections from @lilyhopeweaver, @AKmelina, @shaawatge, @yourauntiedee, @miahlager, 221 Seward St., 4:30-7:30 p.m.
Stocking stuffers and gifts from Alaskan and Alaska Native artists. Items include bougee Indigenous earrings, weaving kits, stickers, journals and more.
First Friday opening only.
Alaskan Pipeline – Juneau: Zack Vollmer Glass, borosilicate glasswork, 209 Seward St., 4:30-6 p.m.
Zack is a longtime Juneau resident who picked up lampworking in 2011, then graduated to borosilicate glassblowing in 2018. His work draws inspiration from several old-school techniques. This limited drop will include a variety of his wor, from small pocket spoons to his house sherlocks and wig wag hangers. Also 25% off sale on all Alaskan Pipeline clothing.
Exhibit up through the month.
Northwind Architects: Capital Civic Center plans, 126 Seward St., 4:30-7:30 p.m.
NorthWind Architects will show the current plans for the Capital Civic Center and take comments and questions. Also live music by Taylor Vidic and refreshments.
Exhibit up through the month.
Annie Kaill’s: Kerry Kirkpatrick, Visual Artist, 124 Seward St., 4:30-8:30 p.m.
Juneau artist Kerry Kirkpatrick debuts a series of new oil and acrylic original paintings for Gallery Walk. Inspired by her life between green rainforest and the warm waters of Mexico. Proceeds of show will be donated to Juneau Animal Rescue.
First Friday opening only.
Southeast Alaska Land Trust: Land Trust Pop-Up Gallery, 119 Seward St. #2, 4-6 p.m.
SEALT is hosting local artists who painted on conserved lands in Southeast Alaska. Art is on display through the weekend, and a virtual shop will be available Dec. 6-20 at sealtart.org.
First Friday opening only.
Bustin Out Boutique: Bustin’ Out’s 10-year Anniversary with Artist Hollis Kitchin, 118 Seward St., 10:30 a.m.-8 p.m.
Specials and giveaways during the month of December starting with Gallery Walk. No purchase necessary. Boutique will be showcasing an assortment of paintings, prints and other products by artist Hollis Kitchin.
Exhibit up through the month.
Willow + Luna: Ruby Rouser, L’ook Beadwork, and This Btch Knits, 117 Seward St., 4-8 p.m.
Pop-up event with three artists, Ruby Rouser, L’ook Beadwork, and This Btch Knits.
First Friday opening only.
Shoefly Alaska: Cupcake artist, Ale’s Bakery, 109 Seward St., 4:30-8 p.m.
Custom footwear store will feature custom cupcakes by Ale’s Bakery, complimentary foot-size services and other expert advice.
First Friday opening only.
SHATTUCK WAY
Barnaby Brewing Co. Final Gallery Walk, 165 Shattuck Way, 4:30-8 p.m.
Farewell Gallery Walk event includes 30% off merchandise.
Exhibit up through the month.
Juneau Food Tours & Taste Alaska: Build a Box, 167 Shattuck Way, 4:30-7 p.m.
Alaska-made products including chocolates, spice blends, teas, smoked salmon and more. Treats will be provided by Chef Ivan of The Crystal.
First Friday opening only.
Gold Town Theater: The High Costa Livin’ and Gold Town Costume & Poster Sale, 171 Shattuck Way #109, Emporium Mall, 4:30-10 p.m.
First ever costume and poster sale, including hundreds of movie posters from the last 12 years, and clothing from past shows including “The Blues Brothers,” “The Big Lebowski,” and “Dirty Dancing,” plus an extensive collection of plus-size gowns, dresses, bathing suits, and more. The High Costa Livin’ play live soul music from 7-9:30 p.m. Costume and poster sale will continue through Dec. 14, nightly before show times.
First Friday opening only.
NORTH AND SOUTH FRANKLIN STREET
Juneau Artists’ Guild: Healing Space Art and Singing Bowls with Page Bridges and Luke Weld, 325 Gold St., 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Page Bridges and Luke Weld collaborate for a Gallery Walk art show at the Holy Trinity sanctuary, offering a calming visual and musical experience.
Exhibit up through the month.
Lodestone Library: Grand Re-Opening as Lodestone Library & Lounge, 299 N. Franklin St., 5-8 p.m.
Lodestone Library is re-opening as Lodestone Library & Lounge. Includes the sitting bar from the Bergman Hotel, and now hosting a self-serve coffee and tea bar.
Exhibit up through the month.
Amalga Distillery: Sip Local, 134 N. Franklin St., 4-9 p.m.
An evening of cocktails highlighting favorite local flavors. Menu features local rhubarb, raspberries, and spruce tips as well as our most recent release of whiskey. A full zero proof menu is also available.
First Friday opening only.
Alaska Robotics Gallery: Kirsten Shelton, Quilled Alaska, 134 N. Franklin St., 4:30-9 p.m.
Kirsten’s pen and ink drawings details the local landscape.
Exhibit up through the month.
Spice Cafe & Art Gallery: Jane Stokes & The Hot Club of Juneau, 116 N. Franklin St., 4-9 p.m.
Featuring Jane Stokes, Snvggeries and her recent show of ink works by her practices of Calligraphy and of Tai Chi. Music by gypsy jazz quartet The Hot Club of Juneau featuring John Unzicker, Ben Higdon, Ceann Murphy and Bob Banghart.
Exhibit up through the month.
Spice Juneau Indian Cuisine: Celebrating 4th year Gallery Walk, 112 N. Franklin St., 4-9 p.m.
Featuring classical guitarist Randall Wolfenberger. Also, 10% off First Friday special on all appetizers on the main menu.
First Friday opening only.
Treetop Tees: Alaskan Mermade Linx, Permanent jewelry pop up, 110 N. Franklin St., 4-8 p.m.
Mel from Alaskan Mermade Linx will be at the shop to weld permanent jewelry. Treetop Tees will also have a sale running dring the night, with prize drawing at checkout.
First Friday opening only.
Devil’s Club Brewing: Siblings Rico & Crystal Worl, 100 N. Franklin St., 4:30-8 p.m.
Upstairs Crystal will have all-new lasercut paintings. Downstairs Rico will be doing live printing — bring your own fabric tees, bags, etc. There will be also paintings, prints, jewelry and other art.
Exhibit up through the month.
Kindred Post: Sarah Woodruff, 145 S. Franklin St., 4:30-7:30 p.m.
Sarah will also be displaying and selling her handmade earrings and stained glass pieces. People can also make hot chocolate tubes with choice of toppings.
First Friday opening only.
Mt. Juneau Trading Post: Johnny Ellis, 151 S. Franklin St., 4-8 p.m.
The Mt. Juneau Trading Post will be hosting Johnny Ellis and his jewelry crafted from fossil walrus ivory and abalone shell.
First Friday opening only.
The Alaskan Hotel & Bar: Juneau Gems & The Lowdown Hoedown, 167 S. Franklin St., 5-11 p.m.
Juneau Gems will be opening the night starting at 5 p.m. featuring an array of Juneau musicians. The Lowdown Hoedown will take stage at 9 p.m. featuring friends from The Stinging Nettles, a string band music night.
First Friday opening only.
Chilkat River Trading: George Gress, 170 S. Franklin St., 4-8 p.m.
George will be featuring his musical instruments along with some other items for the holidays.
First Friday opening only.
Aurora Projekt: Ryan Cortes Perez — Photography Exhibition — How to Hold Onto Something, 171 S. Franklin St., 4:30-8 p.m.
Exhibition by local artist Ryan Cortes Perez, presenting a series of images captured over the past decade. Also featuring a handful of exquisite woodworking pieces by Ryan’s father-in-law, Eric Buerger.
First Friday opening only.
Juneau’s Imagination Station: Linda Buckley, children’s author, 174 S. Franklin St., 5:30-8 p.m.
Linda Buckley will be available to sign her children’s books, including “The Bear in the Blueberry,” “The Humpback in the Herring” and her new book “The Eagle in the Eulachon.”
First Friday opening only.
Senate Mall: Juneau Ski Team & Open House, 175 S. Franklin St., Senate Building, 3-9 p.m.
Sweets, treats and munchies served by members of the Juneau Ski Team in the atrium at the Senate Mall.
First Friday opening only.
Juneau Artist Gallery: Rachel Levy, Block Print Artist, 175 S. Franklin St. #111, Senate Building, 4:30-7:30 p.m.
Rachel Levy is the featured Artist of the Month at the Juneau Artists Gallery for the month of December. She is a block print artist, writer and award-winning documentary filmmaker. She offers framed or unframed block prints as well as hand printed t-shirts and tank tops. Each block print is hand-carved into linoleum before being inked and hand printed. Treats provided.
Exhibit up through the month.
Changing Tides: Fabienne Peter-Contesse, Textile Artist, 175 S. Franklin St. #203, Senate Building, 4-9 p.m.
Featuring Peter-Contesse’s her newest art quilts.
First Friday opening only.
United States Coast Guard Cutter Healy: Public Tours of USCCG Healy, 254 Marine Way, 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Tours at the North Cruise Ship Berth. USCGC Healy is the Coast Guard’s only icebreaker specifically designed to support research.
First Friday opening only.
Gary’s Fine Jewelry: Local Artist “Be A Pearl” Jewelry, 315 S. Franklin St., 4:30-7:30 p.m.
Featuring a local artist with her Be A Pearl Jewelry. Also food, hot chocolate bar and coffee served. Crystal ornament giveaway while supplies last and two drawings for $200 credit towards purchase in store.
First Friday opening only.
Caribou Crossings: Handmade Holidays, featuring new showcase by Lisa McCormick, 387 S. Franklin St., 4-8 p.m.
Works by Lisa McCormick, plus a new selection from makers across Alaska including Johnny Ellis, Alpenglow Candles, Barnacle Seafoods, Salmon Sisters and Elevate Artworks. Jewelry, culinary goods, candles, soaps, ornaments and Alaskan artwork also available.
Exhibit up through the month.
Monarch Jewels: Gallery Walk specials, 435 S. Franklin St., 4:30-7:30 p.m.
Snowflake pendant giveaway while supplies last.
First Friday opening only.
Goldbelt Tramway: Holiday Gift Wrapping & Vendors, 490 S. Franklin St. 4:30-7:30 p.m.
First Friday opening only.
Trove: Trove’s Gallery Walk Special, 497 S. Franklin St., 5-8:30 p.m.
Candy buffet on Friday night and jewelry is 50% off through Sunday. Holiday caroling by Vox Borealis from 5:30-7 p.m.
Through the weekend.
Taku Fisheries: SeaShare, 550 S. Franklin St., 4:30-7:30 p.m.
30% off sale on select items.
First Friday opening only.
