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33rd Annual Copper River Delta Shorebird Festival

Cordova, AK Cordova, AK, United States

Witness the shimmering flocks of millions of shorebirds as they take a short break on the Copper River Delta while passing from their wintering areas across the globe to their breeding grounds in the north. Come outfitted with binoculars and cameras to capture this memorable event with a breathtaking vista!

Homer Jackpot Halibut Derby

Jackpot Halibut Derby 201 Sterling Highway, Homer, AK, United States

There will be prizes for tagged fish, released fish and a grand prize for the largest halibut! *May 15th - Sept 15th subject to change

Great Alaska Craft Beer & Home Brew Festival

Southeast Alaska State Fair Grounds Haines, AK, United States

The annual Great Alaska Craftbeer and Home Brew Festival, held each Memorial Day weekend, is a rite of spring in Haines. The “Haines Beerfest,” as its known by locals, is very popular, and tickets sell out weeks in advance. It kicks off with a gourmet dinner, where each course includes beer as an ingredient. The […]

Sitka Salmon Derby

Big Lake, AK, United States

Catch  a prize-winning fish in the sparkling waters of Sitka over the long Memorial Day Weekend and following weekend. Cash and prizes are given out at our award ceremony.  Memorial Day weekend 2023 May 27th, 28th, 29th June 3rd and 4th This is a family event with many people in our community and from all […]

North Words Writers Symposium

Skagway, AK Skagway, AK, United States

“Exploring the Frontiers of Language” The Northwords Writers Symposium is a chance for writers to come together in a spectacular and intimate setting for 3 days of discussion, readings and writing. With award winning Keynote Speakers and faculty members the symposium set in our spectacular city is never to disappoint. Registration for the 2023 North […]

Potter Marsh Discovery Day

Anchorage Coastal Wildlife Refuge 2880 East 154th Avenue, Anchorage, Alaska

Help celebrate Anchorage's most popular wildlife viewing area at this free annual event. This family-friendly nature festival brings you birding stations along the boardwalk, captive birds from Bird TLC, education animals from the Alaska Zoo, archery and spin casting practice, hands-on nature activities for kids, release of a rehabilitated wild bird, and more. A food […]

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Halibut Hulabaloo Fishing Derby

Valdez, AK Valdez, AK, United States

Catch the largest halibut during this 10 day period and you will win $1,000 cash, in addition to the weekly prizes. There’s no additional cost to participate in Halibut Hullabaloo. Just purchase a regular derby ticket and if you catch the largest fish during the Halibut Hullabaloo time frame, you will win a bonus $1,000 cash!

Summer Solstice Festival & Hero Games

Chugiak-Eagle River Town Center 11924 Business Blvd, Eagle River, AK, United States

Visit Downtown Anchorage for the Solstice Festival and Annual Hero Games, where fire, police and military compete in some friendly games. *June 16th date subject to change

Golden Days

Ester Community Park 3566 Old Nenana Hwy, Fairbanks, AK, United States

A multi day festival featuring a street fair, rubber duck race and parade. *July 13th-21st dates subject to change