Military Appreciation Week concludes with this picnic held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at JBER- Richardson at Buckner Fitness Center fields. The Anchorage Chamber of Commerce works closely with USO Alaska and other organizations to provide a variety of fun, family-friendly activities during the picnic, such as competitive sporting events for the adults and face painting as well as bouncy houses for the kids.
Don’t miss performances by the USO Show Troupe and 9th Army Band.
This FREE event is four hours of food, music and fun for the entire family. Each year the Anchorage Chamber solicits nearly 100 volunteers to serve 4,000 local service members and their families.
Other Upcoming Events
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Armed Forces Day Celebration
3727 Neely Road Fort Wainwright, AK 99703 United States
Celebrating Armed Forces Day with decorations and desserts
May 15th, 2026 11:00 AM AKDT (1100U)
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354th Security Forces Appreciation Event at Eielson AFB
5670 Kodiak Street Eielson, AFB, Alaska 99702 United States
We are hosting a welcome table for Family Day in support of the entire military community on Eielson Air Force Base during Police Week.
May 15th, 2026 2:00 PM AKDT (1400U)
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Bingo-JBER (Elmendorf)
7076 Chennault Ave. JBER, AK 99506 United States
Come and play bingo at the USO. Win prizes and enjoy pizza.
May 15th, 2026 5:00 PM AKDT (1700U)
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Patriotic Popsicles
714 First St. JBER, AK 99505 United States
Let’s celebrate our Armed Forces by going to the USO and enjoying a patriotic red, white and blue popsicle!
May 16th, 2026 12:00 PM AKDT (1200U)
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Celebrate Armed Forces Day with a Patriotic Popsicle
714 First St. JBER, AK 99505 United States
Celebrate Armed Forces Day at the USO with a Red, White and Blue popsicle.
May 16th, 2026 12:00 PM AKDT (1200U)
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Dungeons and Dragons
714 First St. JBER, AK 99505 United States
We are looking for new players to step into an adventure every Sunday.
May 17th, 2026 12:00 PM AKDT (1200U)
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