PAST EVENTS
FESTIVAL 2023
The Áak’w Rock 2023 Festival was an electrifying celebration of music, culture, and community, held on Áak’w Kwáan in Juneau, Alaska. Featuring a dynamic lineup of local, national, and international Indigenous artists, the festival showcased a wide range of genres, from rock and indie to folk and blues. Set against the stunning backdrop of Southeast Alaska's wilderness, the event brought together music lovers for an unforgettable weekend of performances, food, and local art.
VIRTUAL FESTIVAL 2021
The first Áak’w Rock was held in October 2021. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the festival organizers, JAHC and its partner Tlingit & Haida, had to pivot from their planning in 2020 for an in-person event to a virtual event. The two-day virtual festival featuring over 20 artists was an unprecedented success for Indigenous music with widespread support, including viewers internationally. The festival used a pay-what-you-can model that allowed attendees to join despite the negative impact the pandemic had on people.
Side Stage Events
Side Stage events are fundraisers in the off-years of Áak’w Rock Festivals with an emphasis on Alaska-based artists.
SIDE STAGE 2024
Áak’w Rock Side Stage 2024 events offered an exciting mix of intimate performances and local talent showcases. Spanned two days and five venues, over a dozen artists played the unique musical events that included “Side Stage Turntable” at Amalga Distillery and Alaska Robotics, “Side Stage After DarK” at The Historic Alaskan Hotel and Bar, and “Side Stage Unplugged” at Tracy’s Crab Shack.
SIDE STAGE 2022
Áak’w Rock Side Stage 2022 events at the iconic Crystal Saloon featured three days of sold-out shows. Intimate and vibrant, the weekend offered Áak’w Rock fans a chance to experience local and regional talent in Juneau’s most prominent music venues. With its unique atmosphere, the Crystal Saloon was the perfect backdrop for an eclectic mix of performances—from acoustic sets and up-and-coming bands to experimental artists blending genres and styles.