Gotta Go, with Buitrago

Gotta Go, with Buitrago

By Alejandra Buitrago

Things to do this weekend if you:

1) Got no money

ANCHORAGE PRIDE-FESTIVAL

Towne Square, Saturday, Free

Love is free, and therefore so is Pride-Fest 2017. Enjoy two live stages, over 130 vendors and much more while embracing the rainbow of color and love that this beautiful city hosts. Noon to 4 p.m. (336 E. 5th Ave.)

2) Got no friends

ALASKA QUIDDITCH DAY

Anchorage Public Library, Saturday, Free

Because let’s be honest, if you have no friends, this is probably exactly the crew you should be teaming up with. Equipment is provided, and there is no experience necessary. (3600 Denali St.)

3) Got kids

SHREK THE MUSICAL JR. – PREVIEW NIGHT

Alaska Fine Arts Academy, Saturday, Pay what you can

Beauty is in the eye of the ogre in Shrek The Musical JR., based on the Oscar-winning Dreamworks Animation film and Broadway musical. This irreverently fun show has a powerful message for the whole family. 7 to 9 p.m. (12349 Old Glenn Hwy., Ste. 200, Eagle River)

4) Got a hot date

THE GET UP GET DOWN (21+)

Anchorage Community Works, Friday, $10

Dance the night away in the Solstice sun. Everyone is invited to a post-Solstice music and art party hosted by Bryce Nicolasa Fredrick. Pull out your strangest and stylishest of summer outfits to pair with masks made by your friendly local artists and then dance to a lineup of Alaskan underground music goodness. 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. (349 E. Ship Creek Ave.)

5) Got guests in from out of town

WEEKLY FLOWER TOURS HOSTED BY ANCHORAGE PARKS & RECREATION

Anchorage Towne Square, Free, Monday’s

This weekly walk through town square is the perfect opportunity to show your aunt Betty why you left that big bustling city of hers to chase your wild dreams in Alaska. With so much sunlight that Mother Nature pours on us every summer, these flowers and our souls are reaping all the benefits. Enjoy a stroll through the park with your guest as you hear about all of the beautiful landscape of the park. 11 a.m. to noon weekly. (560 W. 5th Ave.)

6) Got cash burning a hole in your pocket

MULDOON FARMERS MARKET OPENS

Begich Middle School, Saturday, As much as you want

Check out the opening weekend of the Muldoon Farmers Market and splurge on fresh and organic produce from across the area. There’s also live music every week and the chance to win door prizes-if you buy a ticket. 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. (7440 Creekside Center Dr.)

7) Got an urge to get outta town

ALASKA SCOTTISH HIGHLAND GAMES

Palmer, Saturday, $5 - $20

Bust out your kilts and head to the valley for a weekend of bagpipes, Highland games and Scottish culture. This annual event is perfect for the whole family, so bring the kids and enjoy a day at the fairgrounds embracing and a unique cultural experience. Tickets and more info at alaskascottish.org. (State Fairgrounds, Palmer)