Thursday, October 15, 2026 by Explore Fairbanks
Winter brings beautiful snowy landscapes, breathtaking auroras, and a packed calendar of unforgettable experiences. In this guide, we highlight 10 of the biggest annual winter events in Fairbanks,...
Monday, August 17, 2026 by Explore Fairbanks
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...
Monday, May 25, 2026 by Explore Fairbanks
From April 22nd through August 20th, Fairbanks experiences the Midnight Sun Season, when daylight stretches around the clock and the sun barely dips below the horizon. This is a time of endless...
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
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...
Friday, December 5, 2025 by Explore Fairbanks
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...
Wednesday, July 23, 2025 by Explore Fairbanks
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...
Monday, June 20, 2022 by Explore Fairbanks
The abundance of sunshine in Fairbanks, the Golden Heart of Alaska, makes for dazzling vegetables and flowers. At the twice-weekly Farmers Market you can find plate-sized dahlias and fragrant peonies,...
Thursday, June 16, 2022 by Explore Fairbanks
There’s no better place to celebrate the summer solstice than downtown Fairbanks, Alaska. The historic Midnight Sun Festival takes place on Saturday, June 19, 2027, from 12pm to 12am. As Alaska’s...
Monday, February 27, 2017 by Explore Fairbanks
In 1973, UAF faculty, staff and students organized the first Festival of Native Arts, which was similar to the spring village gatherings in their home communities. The Festival has been a way for...
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