MATSU Events

04/17/2026

The fish have arrived. Fishing fun for kids starts at noon on Friday. Details at: https://matsuoutdoorsmanshow.com/

04/16/2026

The new Fish Pond at the Mat-Su Outdoorsman Show is ready for fish this weekend. Free fishing for kids under 15! April 17-19, 2026 at the Menard Center in Wasilla. Details at: https://matsuoutdoorsmanshow.com/

04/07/2026

Generous vendors have donated more than $5,000 worth of amazing items to be given away as door prizes at the Mat-Su Outdoorsman Show! Drawings are held every hour, all weekend, and every visitor is eligible to win!

April 17-19, 2026, at the Menard Center in Wasilla. Details are at https://matsuoutdoorsmanshow.com/

04/04/2026

04/02/2026

We are excited to welcome 16-year old Jaxon, the YOUNGEST Registered Fishing Guide in the entire State of Alaska!

Jaxon, with King For A Day Campground And Charters, will be on hand all weekend to help untangle fishing lines and to share his fishing expertise with your young fishermen!

The rainbow trout FISHING POND at the Mat-Su Outdoorsman Show is FREE for kids under 15! April 17-19, 2026 at the Menard Center.

03/31/2026

Get ready for education seminars, taught by industry experts, happening all weekend at the Mat-Su Outdoorsman Show! To sign up, visit the seminar registration desk inside the Menard Center at any time during the show.

This will be an update on AIDEA - Alaska Industrial Development and Export Authority's West Susitna Access Project as well as an opportunity for attendees to ask questions about the project.

The Menard Sports & Events Center, April 17-19, 2026. Find the full seminar schedule at https://matsuoutdoorsmanshow.com/seminars/

03/26/2026

April 17th - 19th at the Menard Center in Wasilla! Details at https://matsuevents.com/

03/23/2026

Get ready for education seminars, taught by industry experts, happening all weekend at the Mat-Su Outdoorsman Show! To sign up, visit the seminar registration desk inside the Menard Center at any time during the show.

Join Renewable Energy Systems, Anchorage & Mat-Su Valley for an empowering off-grid living class. Whether you are already running a cabin on solar or just starting to explore off-grid life, this class gives you the tools to build a reliable, efficient, and sustainable energy setup. Melissa covers everything from beginner basics to smart upgrades, system troubleshooting, and long-term planning for true energy independence. Perfect for new cabin owners, off-grid beginners, and long-time off-grid homeowners looking to improve their systems. If you're ready to boost your confidence, strengthen your setup, and learn from a trusted expert, this class is your next step.

The Menard Sports & Events Center, April 17-19, 2026. Find the full seminar schedule at https://matsuoutdoorsmanshow.com/seminars/

03/20/2026

Greatland Welding & Machine carries a large inventory of welding supplies, trailer parts, aluminum, and steel. They have also been instrumental in designing and building the KID’S FISHING POND that you’ll find at the Mat-Su Outdoorsman Show, April 17th – 19th 2026, at the Menard Center in Wasilla. Free fishing all weekend for kids under 15! Details at http://matsuevents.com

03/20/2026

LFS Marine & Outdoor - Anchorage is a local supplier of sport & commercial fishing, crab and shrimp gear, marine supplies, life vests, outdoor gear, and a large assortment of outdoor clothing. LFS is one of the valuable sponsors who has helped to make the Outdoorsman Show KID’S FISHING POND a reality. April 17th – 19th 2026 at the Menard Center in Wasilla. Free fishing all weekend for kids under 15! Details at http://matsuevents.com