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Photo: University of Alaska Fairbanks Fairbanks is the place to be Exploring the diverse museums and visitor centers in Fairbanks is a must do during your visit. Together, these venues weave...

Downtown Fairbanks is alive with colorful artwork, creativity and culture. From towering murals to playful paintings on storm drains and steam pipes, the city’s public art transforms downtown into a...

Yukon Quest Alaska Dog Sled Race The Yukon Quest is a multi-day sled dog race showcasing teamwork, endurance, and the beauty of Interior Alaska. Watch mushers and their sled dogs tackle a legendary...

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...

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...

There’s no better place to celebrate summer solstice than downtown Fairbanks, Alaska—basking in 24-hour daylight just 140 miles south of the Arctic Circle. The historic Midnight Sun Festival is...

All year long, Fairbanks' Far North locale gives artists the opportunity to create ethereal sculptures out of crystal-clear ice. Residents and visitors alike can watch incredible artworks emerge from...