6 things to do this weekend in Anchorage

The calendar has turned to April, and while Anchorage may still be giving some wintertime vibes, that’s not going to stop the many activities scheduled for this weekend. There’s a comedy festival, a sportsman show, festivals and shows on stage — plus plenty of First Friday gatherings. Here’s a look at some of the highlights.

Alaska B4UDIE Comedy Festival

Through Sunday; various locations in Anchorage, Girdwood and Wasilla

Alaska’s biggest comedy festival, kicking off Thursday, runs through Sunday with a variety of events and performances. On Friday there is a comedy brunch at Moose A’La Mode and a Queer Comedy Showcase at Cafecito Bonito. There are also performances in Wasilla, Girdwood and throughout Anchorage on Friday. There are more events Saturday, and Sunday wraps up with the B4UDie Last Gasp at Koot’s. For tickets and a full schedule, visit alaskab4udiefest.com.

Great Alaska Sportsman Show

10 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday; Dena’ina Center, 600 W. Seventh Ave.

One of the biggest fishing, hunting and outdoor sports shows in the state is scheduled for this weekend. There will be plenty of exhibitors and gear, from fishing equipment to everything you need to outfit your next hunting trip. Tickets are $11 for adults and $3 for kids 12 and under. There are special discounted tickets and times for seniors and military on Friday and Saturday.

APU Gear Swap

10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday; Moseley Sports Center, 4400 University Drive

APU’s annual gear swap sells consignment outdoor recreation equipment from the community and 15% of the proceeds will go to APU’s Outdoor Program. The swap usually includes tons of winter gear and an assortment of surprises. If you have gear you’d like to sell, visit the gear swap’s Facebook event for more information.

Merry Marmot Festival

11 a.m. Saturday; Arctic Valley Ski Area, 18800 Arctic Valley Road

Arctic Valley Ski Area’s annual event is among the most fun and most creative. “The Big Climb” fat tire bike race kicks off the day, which also includes a downhill bike race, a slalom, a dummy launch and a big air competition. Plus, a taco bar is available for purchase and there’s music all day with Highway 9 playing at 6:30 p.m. to close out the festivities.

Adonis Rose & New Orleans Jazz Orchestra’s NOJO7

7:30 p.m. Saturday; Atwood Concert Hall, 621 W. Sixth Ave.

Grammy winner Adonis Rose leads NOJO7, a seven-person ensemble drawn from the full New Orleans Jazz Orchestra. Playing in the New Orleans brass band style, the group incorporate a number of other genres including funk and R&B. Tickets start at $35.

Bach: Mass in B minor

7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday; Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe, 3900 Wisconsin St.

The Alaska Chamber Singers present their season finale with this piece, which “represents the pinnacle of Western classical music, encompassing the full range of human experience — from wild virtuosity to immeasurable pathos to exuberant joy.” Tickets are $40, or $35 for veterans and seniors.

First Friday

Anchorage Museum: Featuring a celebration of the release of the young adult graphic novel “Safe Passenger” with comic illustrator David Brame, a session on creating expressive characters with graphic novelist Lucas Elliott, and an in-house artist demo with Lingít artist James Hart. Plus a number of docent-led talks and an Alaska-inspired outdoor business showcase, 625 C St., 6-9 p.m.

Tiny Gallery: Celebrating its fifth Tinyversary, 706 W. Fourth Ave., 11 a.m.-8 p.m.

Georgia Blue: Featuring artist Grace Choi, 3555 Arctic Blvd., 5-7 p.m.

IGCA: Featuring artwork from Scott McDonald, Joshua Demain and Jenny Irene Miller, 427 D St., 5-8 p.m.

The Cove: Featuring artwork by Yulia Kalagaeva and Hana Wilcoxson. Live music by Snarley Brown & Corey Boiko, 510 L St., 5:30-8:30 p.m.

Double Shovel Cider Co.: Featuring art from Amanda Rose Warren, 502 W. 58th Ave., 6-9 p.m.

Alaska Cycle Chic: Featuring artist Scott Clendaniel and live music with The Jake Legs, 908 W. Northern Lights Blvd., 5-7 p.m.

Sevigny Studio: Featuring Alaskan artist Meg Anderson. Live music will be the Brothers of Tom, 312 G St., 6-9 p.m.

Anchorage Distillery: Featuring the photography of Abigail Croot, 6310 A St., 5:30-8:30 p.m.

Captain Cook Art Co-op: Featuring Colleen Anagick and Sharon Hamilton of Soul Sisters Basketree, 939 W. Fifth Ave., 4-8 p.m.

To find more events around Anchorage, visit ADN.com/calendar.