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,...
Tuesday, February 16, 2021 by Explore Fairbanks
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...
Friday, October 30, 2020 by Explore Fairbanks
If you’ve ever wondered how a town called North Pole—that is actually about 1,700 miles (2,700 km) south of the magnetic north pole—got its name, you better watch out. I’m telling you why and how...
Thursday, August 6, 2020 by Explore Fairbanks
The results are in and the votes have been tabulated for our “Explore Local” Scavenger Hunt and Photo Contest! Contestants were asked to visit fifteen iconic Fairbanks locations, take pictures and...
Thursday, July 9, 2020
In Alaska’s Interior and Arctic the caribou far outnumber the people. In Fairbanks, travelers can see how nature rules and people thrive in our little river city deep in the wilds of Alaska....
Friday, June 14, 2019 by Explore Fairbanks
During the month of June, the Midnight Sun plays a starring role in just about every event. With the summer sun shining all day, there simply is no shortage of cool events that take advantage of...
Monday, October 1, 2018 by Explore Fairbanks
Ten years ago, the Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center opened its doors to the public. It’s home to rich information, history and plentiful resources. It has a gift shop, cultural information...
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