Look out! Here comes another fun-filled weekend in the Greater Palmer Metroplex.
The fix is here for the live music addicts among us. Hatcher-Romp 2026 kicks off tonight at 7 p.m. at the Palmer Alehouse. Sunflower Season; Fine, Great; and Justin Morris and Co. are scheduled to play.
HatcherRomp begins on Friday at Skeetawk. Bands from Palmer, Anchorage, Juneau, Seattle, Hawaiʻi, New Orleans and beyond perform at this two-day music festival. Schedule, tickets and deets are at HatcherRomp.com.
The Palmer Museum hosts Alaskan artist Melissa Jacobsen on Friday at 10 a.m. Her work reflects an appreciation and connection with the natural world from mountain vistas and winding trails to quiet moments in nature.
Friday Fling features local favorite The Robotz from noon until 3 p.m. tomorrow.
Mat-Su Pride celebrates queer and gender-diverse joy, resilience, and community care at the Fairgrounds on Saturday from noon until 7 p.m. This is a gathering of resistance, tenderness, and radiant pride beneath the surface. The Queens Guard hosts this free event. Park at the Purple Gate. Accessible parking is through the Red Gate. More information is on The Queen’s Guard Facebook page.
Join Susitna Animal Urgent Care for Paws on the Path on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This event focuses on pets, community, and collaboration. Meet at the park-and-ride at Trunk and Blue Lupine Roads. Pick your walking challenge and enjoy socializing with local veterinary clinics, pet organizations, and pet vendors. Bring your family, friends, and four-legged companions. More information is on the Paws on the Path Facebook page.
Are you a fan of craft brews? Join the fun at the third annual Lagers on the Lawn at the Palmer Alehouse from noon until 5 p.m. on Sunday. This family-friendly outdoor beer garden celebrates Alaska-made beer, cider, and spirits. It features pours from members of the Brewers Guild of Alaska, live music from Braided River and the Casey Smith Project, lawn games, and a 50/50 raffle. Tickets are at the BrewersGuildofAlaska.org website.
The intersection of Seward Meridian Parkway and Bogard Road will be completely closed to vehicles, pedestrians, and bicyclists from 7 p.m. tomorrow through 5 a.m. on Monday.
Finally, a request: Did you work at the Palmer Dairy Queen before it closed last week? Page 2 is compiling stories from DQ employees. What was it like selling burgers and ice cream cake in Palmer? Do you have any favorite stories to tell about your experience? Email us at page2@bigcabbageradio.org and let us know how we can contact you.
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That’s it for today and the news on Page Two on Thursday July 9, 2026.