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Ever since snow-machines have been invented in 1960, there have also been races. The first official Nome-Golovin race was in 1967 and now the 54rd official race is here! Racers will follow the Iditarod trail 100 miles and back – totaling 200 miles. Three categories will race: men, women, and juniors. First prize is $1500!…
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Nome-Golovin Snowmachine Race
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Alaska’s Largest and Oldest Winter Festival: Fur Rendezvous
February 20th, 2020
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The festival that has been going strong for 80 years! Fur Rendezvous, or locally known as Fur Rondy, started in 1935 for the return of miners and trappers after a long winter’s work. Sports, tradition, and art is a big part of this festival. There will be over 100 activities and events this year! Such…
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Cordova Iceworm Festival
January 22nd, 2020
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“Peace, love, and iceworm” The 60th annual Cordova Iceworm Festival is packed with events this year! Starting in 1961, the festival was created by locals that had a case of the winter blues. Today the festival has grown into a sense of community and love. The 8 day festival has events like Firework Extravaganza, Arts…
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Thursday Night Fight Night in Anchorage
Get ready to rumbleeeeee! If you’re interested in clashing fists or just cheering on the fighters, this is the place for you! Fights are every Thursday, weigh ins are every Wednesday at 4:00 pm. The winner takes $250 home and the loser gets $100. Join the after party after every fight at Chilkoot Charlie’s where…
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Zombie Half Marathon in Anchorage
Bring your little monsters along too! Get those running shoes on because the Zombie Half Marathon is this weekend! Starting Saturday, October 12th at 10:00 am, the race will begin! Walkers will begin an hour earlier, at 9:00 am. Runners (and walkers) will start at Goose Lake Park and end at Kincaid Park. Your little…
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World Eskimo and Indian Olympics
Top athletes from around the world show their skills here! Teams from Russia, Greenland, and Alaska come here to test their strength, endurance, balance, and pain tolerance. The World Eskimo and Indian Olympics not only bring competing athletes, but everyone also gathers for cultural celebration. Browse among 80+ vendors at this event, carrying the finest…
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Fairbanks Midnight Sun Baseball
A tradition going on for 114 years and counting! The summer solstice is bringing the longest day of the year with 22 hours of daylight. Join us June 21st for the Midnight Sun Baseball Game to watch the Alaska Goldpanners vs the Seattle Studs! Where? Growden Memorial Park in Fairbanks, Alaska When? Gates open at…
