Aspen Hotels – AnchorageThe summer solstice marks the onset of summer at the time of the longest day. This solstice occurs when the earth tilts the maximum toward the sun. Therefore, the sun is at its highest point of elevation with a noontime position that changes a little bit for several days before and after the solstice. For…
Category Archives: Festivals and Events
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Summer Solstice Festival
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Top 3 Spas in Anchorage
Relax and unwind after a long day of touring and experiencing Anchorage sites and wonders. Bring your loved ones and be rejuvenated in these highly recommended spas. Ravens Nest Spa Treat yourself and your loved ones to the soothing benefits of full-body massages, skincare, waxing and infrared sauna with a uniquely Alaskan spa day at…
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Are You Ready to Rondy?!
The world-famous Fur Rendezvous Festival, also known as Fur Rondy, has been an Anchorage tradition for almost 85 years. This celebration lasts for two weeks during the midwinter season and is full of Alaskan activities. What is going to happen in a Rondy? No Fur Rondy is complete without over twenty cultural activities and about…
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Blueberry Music Festival
It’s blueberry season, and that means the nearby Alyeska Resort comes to life with fields of juicy berries ripe for the picking. Now in its 11th year, the annual festival pays tribute to Alaska’s favorite berry throughout the month of August. However, August 18 and 19 are when things really heat up with an…
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Anchorage’s Huge Fourth of July Fete
The biggest Fourth of July celebration in the Last Frontier takes place in the heart of Anchorage. The party always starts early on July 3rd, not just because the city loves a good festival, but because it’s critical to take advantage of 19 straight hours of sunlight. Start your holiday at Eagle River with…
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Party Like it’s 1862 for Cinco de Mayo
Cinco de Mayo is wildly popular in Anchorage, and it’s a celebration of the victory of the Mexican army over the French in 1862. However, like many Cinco de Mayo events in the U.S., there’s also a big focus on Mexican cuisine and tequila. Every year, Carnival at Tequila 61 makes a big splash…
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Alyeska Slush Cup
The third weekend in April is reserved for the Alyeska Slush Cup. Skiers come from around the world to show of the most bizarre costumes as they race down the local hills. Can they get enough speed to skid across the icy pond? Some do and some don’t—and that’s the fun of the Slush…
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Cannonball Snowmachine Race
How fast can snowmachines go? As fast as a cannonball, and the annual Cannonball Snowmachine Race is about to prove it. See the vehicles race side by side and pick out who you think is going to win. Held at Beam Road every April, you’ll get up close and personal as skilled racers whip…
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The Rondy is Here!
The most anticipated Anchorage event of the year has arrived. The Fur Rondy, now in its 83rd year, pays tribute to a time, place and people when entertainment was slim and those rough Alaska winters could really get to residents. It began as a three-day festival during a time when trappers and miners came…
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The Art of Fandom at Anchorage Museum
From February 3 – March 28, the Art of Fandom exhibition takes over the Anchorage Museum. Suitable for all ages, you’ll discover how mass pop culture is enjoyed around the globe. Utilizing contemporary art, collectibles and pinnacles of fandom subculture, it’s the perfect option for a Valentine’s Day date, family outing or solo adventure. Here,…
