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May

KODIAK CRAB FEST

May 24-28

The Kodiak Crab Festival in Kodiak, Alaska, has been running for over 50 years on Memorial Day weekend as a five-day celebration of spring that's full of fun and frivolity. Sponsored by the Kodiak Chamber of Commerce, the festival features a variety of attractions throughout the weekend including a parade, an arts and craft market and live music.
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Sep

Kodiak Rodeo and State Fair

Sure, you’ll find all the makings of a great state fair here, including contests (don’t miss the delicious baking contest) and games that make for family fun. But the rodeo is definitely a highlight: it’s a taste of the Wild West, Alaska-style, complete with bull riding and a horse show. You’ll also see one of the oddest small-town contests anywhere: a cow-milking contest, where audience members are invited to chase down small cows and milk them.
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June

First Friday Art Crawl

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Stroll around Kodiak to view local art throughout our local coffee shops and galleries. First Friday of each month.
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July

First Friday Art Crawl

Stroll around Kodiak to view local art throughout our local coffee shops and galleries. First Friday of each month.
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August

First Friday Art Crawl

Stroll around Kodiak to view local art throughout our local coffee shops and galleries. First Friday of each month.

Crab Fest 2018

Schedule of Events

THURSDAY MAY 24, 2018

Tennis Tournament-This event will take place on the 24th until the tournament is completed. Matches will take place at Baranof Park or North Star Gym. Call Steve Johnston at 654-7014 for more information.

8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. - Senior Citizens Art Show.Art show featuring senior citizen artists at the Senior Center located 302 Erskine Ave. Art Show throughout the month of May. Monday - Friday 8:30 am to 5pm. Call 486-6181 with questions.

9:00 a.m. - 5 p.m. Kodiak Community Blood Drive - Roll up your sleeves to donate blood at the Kodiak Crab Festival! We'll be in the Stellar Room of the Kodiak Harbor Convention Center Building. We'll be there on Thursday, May 25th through Sunday, May 28th from 9:00 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Monday, May 29th from 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. “Register to Donate & receive a free t-shirt”. Call Terra at 942-1084 to schedule your appointment.

6:00-7:30pm Drop off time for artists showing or selling work for the 17th Annual Crab Festival Art Show at the Kodiak Inn.Show times, Friday 6:30-9:30, Saturday noon-6, Sunday noon-4, all work must be picked up at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday. Entry fee is $30.00 per artist with a limit of 4 pieces. Entry forms are available at the Kodiak Public Library. For more information call Antoinette 942-2317

6:00 p.m. Predicted Mile Race – at Joe Floyd Track in Baranof Park. Sign up at 5:30 p.m. to participate. This is an event in which participant’s estimate the time it will take them to run one mile. The winner is the person who comes closest to his or her prediction. Wearing watches is not permitted. There is no charge for this event. Contact Czarina Arbues for more information, 486–8669 or [email protected]

7:15 p.m. Predicted Mile Swim – at the Kodiak Community and Community Swimming Pool. Sign up on the pool deck at 7 p.m. to participate. This is an event in which participants estimate the time it will take them to swim one mile (35 laps, down and back). The winner is the person who comes closest to his or her prediction. Wearing watches is not permitted. There is no charge for this event. Contact Heather Hubert for more information, 481-2267 or [email protected]

FRIDAY MAY 25, 2018

8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. - Senior Citizens Art Show.Art show featuring senior citizen artists at the Senior Center located 302 Erskine Ave. Art Show throughout the month of May. Monday through Friday 8:30 am to 5 pm.
Call 486-6181 with questions.

9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. - Beartown, Arts and Craft Market- The market will be held at the Sun'aq Tribal Building on the Mall. This market offers a wide selection of quality goods, art, Alaska gifts and souvenirs, many hand made by local artisans and crafters. For more information contact Annie at 907-486-4542.

12:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. – Alaska Airlines Luggage Tags – Stop by the Alaska Airlines tent on Friday next to the Crab Festival Headquarters booth to get your 2017 Crab Festival luggage tag!

12:00 p.m. -8:00 p.m. Annual Kodiak Public Library Association Crab Fest Book Sale - Books, books and more! Bring a bag, bring a box, bring a wheelbarrow and stock up on books for the year. Sale will be held at Kodiak Public Library. For more information call Gretchen at 539-2366.

3:00 p.m. – 5 p.m.- Kiwanis’ Nail Benders Boat Building- Join the Kiwanis Club of Kodiak for boat building. A few volunteers will be on scene for assistance. Located on the midway. If interested Kiwanis could use additional volunteers. A small donation is appreciated! Contact Drew for additional information at 539-1422.

4 p.m. - Kodiak Waterfront Tour -Meet outside Harborside Coffee, across from the small boat harbor ramp. Kodiak Maritime Museum sponsors this 90 minute walking tour giving visitors and non-fishing residents an up close and personal tour of the Alaskan fishing industry. Learn about the boats, the gear, the fish, and the men and women who make their living in the nation's most dangerous occupation. Hear true stories of huge catches, wild storms, and the tragic losses that sometimes go with working at sea. Guides are long time Kodiak fishermen. Fee $20.00 per person. Contact Toby Sullivan (907) 360-8837 or email [email protected]

6:00 p.m. Chess Tournament - Sign-up from 5 – 6 p.m. at the teen center.Tournament starts at 6 p.m. there will be no charge for this event. The overall champion will receive an award. Contact Czarina Arbues for more information, 486-8669 or [email protected]

6:00 p.m. IN DA MIXX ON DA MALL with DJ Marc "Island Style" Entertainment -Join us for music Games, Dance Contest and Guest Performances located in the parking lot by the Sun’aq Tribal Hall.Hosted by DJ Marc. For more information contact DJ Marc at 539-1542.

6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. 17th Annual Crab Festival Art Show Opening and Reception- with hors d’oeuvres and no-host bar at the Kodiak Inn, Harbor Room. Show times: Saturday noon-6, Sunday noon-4 Pick up all art at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday.

SATURDAY MAY 26, 2018

8:45 a.m. - Grand Parade Line up** Same Mill Bay Route as Last Year **Parade participants line up on Powell Ave by Main Elementary School. Judging begins at 9 a.m. Parade sponsored by Kodiak Kiwanis and Kodiak Chamber of Commerce, 486-5557.

9:15 a.m. - Shrimp Parade: Free Goody Bags and Balloons for participants. Same Mill Bay Route as Last Year. The Shrimpers will receive Goody Bags. Island Brokers Inc. will be giving away free balloons to Shrimpers lined up in the Noodles parking lot. Contact Amanda Sanford for more information at 942-4684.

10 a.m. - Crab Festival Grand Parade. ** Same Mill Bay Route as Last Year ** The parade runs along Mill Bay Road between Powell and Bartel Avenues. Parking is limited so be sure to come early. Sponsored by the Kodiak Chamber of Commerce and the Kodiak Kiwanis Club.
10:15 a.m.- Crab Festival Shrimp Parade. Lineup at 9:15 a.m. at the parking lot in front of Noodles. All entrants must have adult supervision before the parade and while walking the parade route. Everyone wins in this parade! Balloons are provided by Associated Island Brokers. Please call 486-5557 with any questions.

11:30 a.m. - United States Coast Guard Search and Rescue Demo – Coast Guard Helicopter Rescue and Hoist Demonstration by MH-65 Dolphin Helicopter and Rescue Swimmer. Sponsored by the USCG Air Station Kodiak: whether one mile or a thousand miles away, Air Station Kodiak aircrews and aircrafts come to the aid of mariners in distress.

12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. – Kodiak 4-H Pony Rides - Join us at Coon Field for pony rides. $5.00 per ride. All proceeds benefit our local 4-H program.

12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. – Craft Saturday at the Alutiiq Museum – Crab Ornaments - Head up the hill to the Museum during Crab Fest, for a fun self-guided craft activity! Practice your sewing skills making a crab shaped felt ornament and learn about the role crabs played in traditional Alutiiq society. All materials provided, suggested donation $5. For more information contact the Alutiiq Museum at 1-844-425-8844.

12:00 p.m. -5:00 p.m. -Annual Kodiak Public Library Association Crab Fest Book Sale - Books, books and more! Bring a bag, bring a box, bring a wheelbarrow and stock up on books for the year. Sale will be held at Kodiak Public Library. For more information call Gretchen at 539-2366.

12:00 p.m. – 6 p.m. 17th Annual Crab Festival Art Show- at the Kodiak Inn, Harbor Room.

12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. 2017 Crab Festival Poster Signing & Kodiak based Children’s book signing with the artists–Amarie June, artist of the 2017 Crab Fest Poster along with Annjannette Larsen-Vainio illustrator of “An Alaskan Adventure with Archer & Ember” (a Kodiak based Children’s book written by Krystin Babicz-Leghorn) will be signing and selling their artwork at The Frame Shop’s Crab Fest booth 1 hour after the Crab Fest Parade.

1 p.m. - Norm Holm Memorial Survival Suit Race. Teams that want to participate must sign up at the boat ramp by Harbormaster's office before 12:30 p.m. on the day of the event. Serious fun in this popular event! Entry fee is $40 per team. Those who place 1st, 2nd and 3rd will receive a plaque, hooded sweatshirt/sweatpants. First place winners get to hold the traveling trophy for the next year. All participants will receive a T-shirt. Sponsored by the Kodiak Fishermen's Wives & Associates and Grundéns. For more information call Emily at 539-5699.

1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Coloring with Kodiak Police Department – The Kodiak Police Department will be at Fisherman’s Hall to color! All kids are welcome!

2 p.m. - Kids Sawdust Pile on the Mall-Sponsored by the Kodiak Lions Club. Fun for children! Located in the Sun’aq Tribal Hall parking lot.Watch the sawdust fly, as kids search for $1000 in loose change.

3 p.m. – Kodiak Fish Toss -Sponsored by the Best Western Kodiak Inn and Grundéns. Located at the boat ramp at the spit. Teams of 2, sign up in advance at the Best Western or 15 minutes before the event in person at the boat ramp. Prizes for 1st and 2nd place! For more information contact the Best Western Kodiak Inn at 486-5712.

3:30 p.m. Kids Foot Races – held at the Baranof Park. Youth from two to about twelve years are divided into age groups. Ribbons are awarded to winners and participants. There is no charge for this event. Contact the City of Kodiak Parks and Recreation at 481-2267 for more information.

4 p.m. - Kodiak Waterfront Tour - Meet outside Harborside Coffee, across from the small boat harbor ramp. Kodiak Maritime Museum sponsors this 90 minute walking tour giving visitors and non-fishing residents an up close and personal tour of the Alaskan fishing industry. Learn about the boats, the gear, the fish, and the men and women who make their living in the nation's most dangerous occupation. Hear true stories of huge catches, wild storms, and the tragic losses that sometimes go with working at sea. Guides are long time Kodiak fishermen. Fee $20.00 per person. Contact Toby Sullivan (907) 360-8837 or email [email protected]

4 p.m. – 2017 Crab Festival Golf Tournament - Bear Valley Golf Course. The Crab Fest Golf Tournament will be held on Saturday. This is an 18 hole shotgun start event based on stroke play. Fun for everyone! For more information contact the Bear Valley Golf Course at 487-5323.

6:00 p.m. - Ping Pong tournament - Sign up at the teen center from 5 – 6 p.m. There will be no charge for this event. There will be an Open and A division. Awards will be presented to the champions of each division. Contact Czarina Arbues for more information, 486-8669 or [email protected]

8:00 p.m. - Lion's Arm Wrestling Championships held at Tony's Bar on the Mall - Weight classes for men and women.Arm wrestling professional table. Participants must sign up and weigh in by 7:00 p.m. Entry fee is $10 with proceeds going to Lions Charity. Must be 21 to enter. Sponsored by The Lions Club. This is the highest adrenaline activity at Crab Festival! Contact Pattie at 486-9489 or Jeremiah at 539-2010.

SUNDAY MAY 27, 2018

Tennis Tournament-This event

Annual Ididarock-A Ridiculous endurance triathlon- Bike 41-miles with the bike riders from Pasagshak to town, then run the 9-mile Pillar Mountain Classic (late start okay but there may be no one at the top with water), and then swim/TBD (Dependent on pool reopening)1-mile lap swim between 1 and 3:30 p.m. at the Kodiak School and Community Swimming pool (fins okay). To register circle the Ididarock on the Crab Festival forms. Register by 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 27th. Entry Fee is $30.00. For more information contact Heather Hubert at 481-2267 or [email protected] or Tari Lindquist at 486-2498.

TBD - Crab Festival Marathon - This standard 26.2-mile marathon begins between Silver Beach and Kalsin Bay and ends on Marine Way in front of the Harbormaster’s building. Register by 6 p.m. on Saturday May 27th. Course record for men is held by Robert Onders 2:43:29, 2010. Women’s course record is held by Sally Skimin, 3:24:27, 2002. Entry fee is $20. Monthly passes for men’s and women’s 1st place overall, medals for winners in five different men’s and women’s age groups. All participants will receive a t-shirt. Awards and t-shirts presented at the Teen Center at 4:00 p.m. Contact Corey Gronn for more information at 486- 8670 or [email protected]

9 a.m. - Pasagshak-to-Kodiak Bike -This 41-mile event begins at the mouth of Pasagshak River and ends on Marine Way in front of the Harbormaster’s building. Register by 6 p.m. on Saturday May 27th. Course record for men is held by Gage Allen 1:50.24, 2016. Women’s course record is held by Adelia Myrick 2:06.05, 2014. Entry fee is $20. Monthly passes for men’s and women’s 1st place overall, medals to winners in five different men’s and women’s age groups. All participants will receive a t-shirt. All participants will receive a t-shirt. Awards and t-shirts presented at the Teen Center at 4:00 p.m. Contact Corey Gronn for more information at 486-8670 or [email protected]

10:00 a.m. - Unofficial Crab Festival Half Marathon– Sponsored by Kodiak Veteran Outreach. Register by April 21st to receive a t-shirt. Race day registration is available on May 28th at 9:00 am the day of the event located at the finish line at the American Legion parking lot. Registration fee is $35.00. Drop off your early registration forms and fee to the KANA Mill Bay Health Center. Blank forms will be available at the KANA Mill Bay Health Center. Contact Pancho at 907-885-4859 or Kayla 724-454-3460.

12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. - 17th Annual Crab Festival Art Show -at the Kodiak Inn, Harbor Room. All art must be picked up at 4:00 p.m. at show closing.

12:30 p.m. - Pillar Mountain Race -The traditional Pillar Mountain course starts on Marine Way in front of the Harbormaster building, goes up Mill Bay Road, down Birch, up Pillar Mountain Road, follows the trail west along the top, goes down a rugged trail into Swampy Acres, and back on Rezanof to the finish at the starting line. Course record for men is held by Matias Saari 51:46, 2011. Women’s record is held by Kristi Klinnert 57:29, 1987. Monthly passes for men’s and women’s 1st place overall, medals for winners in five different men’s and women’s age groups. Entry fee is $20. Register from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. at Fisherman’s Hall. For more information contact City of Kodiak Parks and Recreation at 486-2267.

1 p.m. - Kodiak Russian Balalaika Players at the Baranov Museum- Sponsored by the Kodiak Historical Society & Baranov Museum and the Kodiak Russian Balalaika Players. A lively performance of authentic Russian folk music with domras, accordion, percussion, singers and of course, balalaikas. Enjoy refreshments and free admission to the museum. For more information, call 486-5920.

1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Baranov Museum Open House -Come explore the museum! Admission is free during the Open House with light refreshment provided. Get a special sneak peek of special collections and limited access areas, meet new staff, explore the exhibits, try hands-on museum activities and enjoy live music from the Kodiak Balalaika Players.

1:00 p.m. -3:00 p.m. - Annual Kodiak Public Library Association Crab Fest Book Sale -Books, books and more! Bring a bag, bring a box, bring a wheelbarrow and stock up on books for the year. Sale will be held at Kodiak Public Library. For more information call Gretchen at 539-2366.

2 p.m. - Kids Sawdust Pile on the Mall-Fun for children! Located in the Sun’aq Tribal Hall parking lot.Watch the sawdust fly as kids search for over a $1000 in loose change, an additional $500.00 is added to Sunday’s event.Sponsored by the Kodiak Lions Club.

3:00 p.m. (Weather Pending) - Pillar Mountain Down Hill Mountain Bike Race-Sponsored by 58° North. Race the Pillar Mountain backside trail with all of your favorite riders. All skill levels are welcome! Sign up by Friday, May 26th, at 58°N. Prizes TBA for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. Fees are $10.00. Helmets Required. Who will be the King of the Mountain? For more information contact 58° North at 486-BIKE.

3 p.m. - Fishermen's Memorial Service at the Fishermen's Memorial Site by the Harbormaster's building in downtown Kodiak - This annual memorial service is to honor fishermen lost in Alaskan waters and lost to the Kodiak community. Sponsored by Kodiak Fishermen's Wives & Associates. For more information call Emily at 486-5699.

MONDAY MAY 28, 2018

Tennis Tournament- This event will take place on the 24th until the tournament is completed. Matches will take place at Baranof Park or North Star Gym. Call Steve Johnston at 907-654-7014 for more information.

8:00 a.m. - 2 p.m. Kodiak Community Blood Drive - Roll up your sleeves to donate blood at the Kodiak Crab Festival! We'll be in the Stellar Room of the Kodiak Harbor Convention Center Building. We'll be there on Thursday, May 25th through Sunday, May 28th from 9:00 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Monday, May 29th from 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. “Register to Donate & receive a free t-shirt”. Call Terra at 942-1084 to schedule your appointment.

9 a.m. - 12 p.m. - Kodiak's 4-H Annual Sourdough Pancake Breakfast- Held at the Elks Lodge. Serving sourdough pancakes, ham, fruit, coffee and juice. Sourdough starters available for purchase at the event.Take out order available. $5 for Senior Citizens and youth 4-12 years old, $8 for adults, free for age 3 and under.All proceeds help support our local 4-H Youth.

11 a.m. - Veterans Memorial Service -Sponsored by the Veterans of Foreign War and honoring Veterans. This service commences at the city cemetery located on Chichenoff St., behind Providence Kodiak Island Medical Center. For more information, contact the Veterans of Foreign War at 486-3195 or Ray at 907-738-5282.

1 p.m. - 2 p.m. - Blessing of the Fleet location TBD: The traditional blessing of the fleet is open to all vessels. A blessing service is sung followed by an Orthodox priest sprinkling each passing vessel with Holy Water. This event is sponsored by the Kodiak Harbormaster & Russian Orthodox Church. Contact the Harbormaster Office at 486-8080 or on Channel 12 VHF.

2 p.m. - Rubber Duck Race -Held at the Russian River. The 24th Annual running of the Ducks Rotary Fundraiser to benefit scholarship funds. Wagers purchase a numbered rubber duck that is released into the Russian River. The swiftest, most cunning ducky to cross the finish line earns its owner a handsome share of the proceeds. You can purchase your rubber duck at the Noon Rotary Crab Festival Booth!1st prize- $2,500 and 12 other money prizes.Sponsored by the Kodiak Noon Rotary.

3:00 p.m. - First 2017 Race Day at the Kodiak Island Raceway on the Fairgrounds-We will be holding our first 2017 Race Day including Powder Puff races. Fun for the whole family! This is an event to show appreciation to the Kodiak community for your continued support – Admissions is free! If you have any questions call Athena Williamson at 539-2346.

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