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Each year, the ten-day Tanana Valley State Fair is a hallmark of good times and summer fun. With great food, rides, livestock, exhibits, and entertainment, attending the fair is the perfect way to...

Every July, Fairbanks hosts the World Eskimo-Indian Olympics (WEIO), a four-day series of competitions and cultural practices. WEIO draws Native athletes and dancers from around the state, the...

A community tradition since 1952 Each summer in mid-July, Fairbanks celebrates its golden roots with a truly Alaskan celebration, Golden Days. During the weeklong festival, presented by the...

Midnight sunset at Creamer’s Field in Fairbanks, Alaska 70 straight days of continuous, 24/7 sunlight starts now! From May 17 through July 27, Fairbanks enjoys an incredible 70 consecutive days of...

Midnight Sun Season is officially here! From April 22 through August 20, Fairbanks and the Far North are flooded with an extraordinary amount of golden sunlight. An irresistible, intangible energy is...

Photo: In October 2018, as the solar minimum approached, the aurora borealis shines above Golden Heart Plaza, illuminating the heart of downtown Fairbanks, Alaska. (©State of Alaska-Jody Overstreet)...

Up here in Alaska, we’re definitely not short of space. The Denali National Park and Preserve is no exception, located roughly a two-hour drive from Fairbanks. With over 6 million acres to explore,...

We are proud to present our latest destination marketing video that invites visitors to discover the year-round wonders of the Fairbanks area. The video showcases the region’s natural beauty, cultural...

As the nights grow longer and the temperatures begin to cool, the aurora borealis returns to the skies above Fairbanks, Alaska. While aurora activity occurs each day throughout the year, August ushers...

Trying to decide on a location for your next couples trip? Whether it’s a proposal, a honeymoon or another adventure with your partner, let the aurora borealis be the magical backdrop to your next...