Aspen Hotels – Anchorage
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…
Category Archives: Festivals and Events
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Anchorage’s Huge Fourth of July Fete
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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…
