• Valdez Silver Derby

    The Valdez Silver Salmon Derby features a $10,000 cash Grand Prize for the largest Silver, $3,000 cash for 2nd place, and $1,500 for 3rd place.  The derby also features 1st and 2nd place daily prizes. It all starts with a derby ticket. You can find out where to get one by visiting our Tickets page. Silver […]

  • Valdez Gold Rush Days

    The Valdez Gold Rush Days are an annual 5-day celebration honoring the past, present, and future of Valdez, Alaska. It is hosted by a non-profit organization of local volunteers. Every year we donate money to a variety of local charities and organizations, especially to those focused on children and the future of Valdez.

  • Tanana Valley State Fair

    1800 College Rd, Fairbanks, Alaska

    The Tanana Valley State Fair is Alaska’s oldest and northernmost state fair, bringing together carnival rides, live entertainment, livestock shows, giant vegetable competitions, local arts and crafts, food vendors, and family-friendly activities. Held annually in Fairbanks, it celebrates the culture, agriculture, and community spirit of Interior Alaska.

  • 51st Annual Blueberry Arts Festival

    The Annual Blueberry Arts Festival presented by the Ketchikan Area Arts and Humanities Council began in 1975 and has been growing ever since. The Blueberry Arts Festival is always the first weekend of August, with over 12,000 community members and summer visitors attending. A few of the community’s favorite activities of the 3-day Festival include the Pet […]

  • Salmon Fest Music Festival

    Salmonfest is Alaska’s premier music festival, held each summer in Ninilchik on the Kenai Peninsula. The event features live music, local food, art, and family-friendly activities while promoting the conservation of Alaska’s salmon and wild habitats. It attracts thousands of visitors each year for a unique celebration of music, community, and nature. July 31st, August […]

  • Friday Fling Farmers Market

    Recurring
    Downtown Palmer Pavilion 720 S Valley Way

    Friday Fling is Palmer’s premier outdoor farmers market! This Fling lasts all summer long and proudly hosts a variety of favorites for your enjoyment. Quality locally-grown produce and handmade goods from local crafters, a variety of fine foods from our diverse mobile chefs, local musicians and entertainers…you’re bound to find something to kick off your […]

  • Wrangell Bearfest

    Wrangell is located in Southeast Alaska in the heart of the Tongass National Forest. Surrounded by craggy mountain peaks, lush temperate rainforest, and glaciers; we are home to both black and brown bears. Our history is entwined with the geology of this land, the arrival of the Tlingit down the mighty Stikine River, and the discovery of the island […]

  • Friday Fling Farmers Market

    Recurring
    Downtown Palmer Pavilion 720 S Valley Way

    Friday Fling is Palmer’s premier outdoor farmers market! This Fling lasts all summer long and proudly hosts a variety of favorites for your enjoyment. Quality locally-grown produce and handmade goods from local crafters, a variety of fine foods from our diverse mobile chefs, local musicians and entertainers…you’re bound to find something to kick off your […]

  • Valdez Women’s Silver Salmon Derby

    FRIDAY, August 7th – Breast Cancer Awareness Walk & Art Scramble Event SATURDAY, August 8th – GO FISHING! Queen of the Silver Salmon Sisterhood (biggest fish) will win $1,000 CASH & $1,000 in Prizes from Prospector 2nd Place – $500 CASH & $500 in Prizes from Prospector 3rd Place – $300 CASH & Prizes from […]