Knitting and fiber festival — Mat-Su Valley Fiber Festival in Palmer

The Mat-Su Valley Fiber Festival, scheduled for July 18-19, 2026, in Palmer, Alaska, is an invitation to dive into the fascinating world of knitting and fiber arts. Each year, this festival provides a unique opportunity to discover new techniques, share ideas, and connect with fellow enthusiasts. Whether you’re a hopeful beginner or an experienced fiber artist, you’ll find here the inspiration and tools needed to improve your creations even more.

Practical information — Mat-Su Valley Fiber Festival

Getting to Palmer

By train

  • South Palmer

Knitting and wool life — Metro Boulot Tricot

About Mat-Su Valley Fiber Festival

Palmer, located in the Matanuska-Susitna Borough in Alaska, is the most populous city in the region, with a population of 5,888 according to the 2020 census (a slight decrease from the number mentioned in the Wikipedia summary). It sits at an elevation of 71 meters and was founded in 1951. An important city in Alaska, Palmer is part of the Anchorage Metropolitan Area and is located approximately 42 miles (68 km) northeast of Anchorage.

Source : Wikipedia

Things to see on site near Palmer, AK

  • Musk Ox Farm — 12850 Archie Road 99645
  • Palmer Visitor & Information Center — 723 South Valley Way Palmer
  • Where the Matanuska RIver Flows
  • Welcome to Palmer

Where to eat near Palmer, AK

  • Turkey Red
  • Vagabond Blues
  • Great Alaska Pizza Company

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Marie

Marie

Passionnée de tricot depuis toujours, j’aime transformer de simples pelotes en créations uniques et réconfortantes. Sur Metro-Boulot-Tricot je partage mon expérience, des conseils pratiques et mes découvertes autour de la laine, tout en mêlant voyage et parentalité pour inspirer mes lecteurs à tricoter avec plaisir et créativité.