Juneau Community Garden Harvest Fair

The Juneau Community Garden Harvest Fair returns for its 32nd year on Saturday, September 5, 2026. This local festival celebrates the end of the summer abundance and highlights gardening successes in Juneau's specific northern climate. The event is hosted by the Juneau Community Garden, a non-profit organization located on Montana Creek Road that provides space for local residents to grow food and flowers on land leased from the city.

Public activities during the fair include self-guided garden tours, activities for children, and a bake sale offering hot drinks and lunch. Attendees have the opportunity to meet experienced local gardeners and sign up for available garden plots for the 2027 season. Live music provides entertainment throughout the afternoon while visitors browse the market and garden grounds.

A central feature of the event is the juried flower and produce show, which is free for the public to enter. Categories include vegetables, herbs, fruits, harvest baskets, and prepared foods such as jams and pickles. Competitors can also enter specialized categories such as "Largest & Unusual" produce and garden pots, with ribbons awarded to both adult and youth participants across various divisions.