Things to Do

With the midnight summer sun shining nearly 24 hours a day and the northern lights dancing overhead during Aurora Season, Fairbanks is simply bursting with things to do. From top-rated visitor attractions, concerts and performances, art galleries, historic sites, Alaska Native culture, spectacular events and access to the Alaskan wilderness, Fairbanks and nearby North Pole offer you adventure in authentic Alaskan style.   

Interior Alaska is the best place in the world for year-round adventure. Let Fairbanks be your playground as you explore the Chena River, chase the aurora, bask in the midnight sun, and experience the adventures of your lifetime. Fairbanks-based businesses can help get you into remote areas, guide you through town, help you plan your adventure, or provide the equipment you need to accomplish all of the above. Interior Alaska will make all of your adventure dreams come true. 

Full of inspiration for local artists, many draw inspiration from the awe-inspiring environment of Interior Alaska’s snow-covered landscapes, the hum and glow of summer, and the red tundra in autumn. A sense of place is always present in Alaskan artwork, and visual artists draw from their environments to weave themes of nature into their work. Local museums and visitors centers expertly share the history, stories and local ways of life that make up the many cultural facets of Interior Alaska. Fairbanks joyfully sets the stage for a wide variety of classic and contemporary art, theater and music events and exhibitions year-round. Visit Interior Alaska to experience a rich culture of art and entertainment like nowhere else.