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Photo: University of Alaska Fairbanks Fairbanks has character, no doubt about it. One of the best activities to do when visiting is to explore the many unique museums and visitors centers we have...

Traveling to Fairbanks to view the northern lights is a popular activity, especially during Aurora Season August 21 – April 21. In fact, if visitors travel here and have a minimum of three nights...

We are pleased to introduce a useful tool on our website highlighting the aurora borealis and the midnight sun, two natural phenomena that are integral to Fairbanks and draw visitors from around the...

You can actually spot this phenomenon around Fairbanks without driving too far. Picture this - you've finally made it to Fairbanks and one of the main things you want to do is to see the northern...

Hands down, the most frequently asked questions we get here at Explore Fairbanks are about what to wear in the winter. We get it. It's important to stay warm and comfortable! Dressing appropriately is...

2016 is an extraordinary year for those with a passion for the outdoors. The National Park Service is celebrating 100 years. Fairbanks, located in the Interior of the state, is an ideal basecamp for...