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Celebrate the shortest day of the year in Fairbanks Winter Solstice is an exciting time in Fairbanks, marking the shortest day of the year, and the gradual return of sunlight. Celebrate the season...

Knowing what to pack and how to dress for winter is an important part of being prepared and enjoying your trip. If you follow our recommendations, you might be surprised by how warm you can be, even...

To make your dining experience a breeze this Thanksgiving and Black Friday, our Visitor Engagement team has compiled a helpful list. We've contacted over 100 Fairbanks-area restaurants to confirm...

Snow, Ice, and Adventure A winter visit to Fairbanks is like a trip inside a snow globe. With a landscape covered in ice and snow from November through March, Fairbanks has the coolest outdoor...

Traveling to Fairbanks to view the northern lights is a popular activity, especially during Aurora Season August 21 – April 21. If you stay a minimum of three nights in the Fairbanks area and are...

Explore Fairbanks is pleased to announce the release of the 2025-26 Fairbanks Winter Guide, now available at no cost. This 32-page, full-color booklet is an essential resource for visitors seeking to...

It's the most wonderful time of the year. Where else can you find moosehide beadwork picture frames, nature-inspired ornaments, hand-crafted ivory earrings, spiced low-bush cranberry jams and...

Explore Fairbanks on a budget! This list is packed with free and low-cost things to do in Fairbanks, made for locals and visitors alike. Everything included is $20 per person or less, including many...

Spanning all four seasons and nine months of the year, Aurora Season runs August 21st through April 21st. Each timeframe within Aurora Season offers incredible one-of-a-kind viewing experiences. We...

Each year in late August, several thousand sandhill cranes gather together at Creamer's Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge on College Road to gain nourishment and rest up before their long migration...