With the days getting longer, and an abundance of activities to choose from, we have compiled a list of events around the state including some that are weekly favorites, and others that are annual traditions. Mark your calendars now, and make sure you don’t miss any of the fun with our Alaska Summer Event Roundup!
WEEKLY & RECURRING EVENTS
ANC Market Social
May 21 – September 3, 2023
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A weekly outdoor market and street fair. ANC Market Social is a unique collaboration of local makers, artisans, growers, and downtown vendors curated to boost the local economy and bring together the local community.
Live After 5 Series
June 1 – August 3, 2023
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Shop and savor at this weekly summer market. Enjoy live music as you browse booths selling Alaskan-made items. Grab a bite from a local food vendor and something refreshing at Humpy’s beer garden.
Fire Island Farmers Market
Annual community farmers market at Fire Island Rustic Bakeshop in Airport Heights! We will have a curated selection of seasonal sustainable Alaskan fish, meat, jams, pickles, AK Pasta Co. pasta, Wild Scoops ice cream, mushrooms, and even early season produce. Check it out, every Wednesday for the rest of the summer!
Spenard Food Truck Carnival
Every Thursday til October, 2023
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Stop by and try some of the amazing food truck cuisine by Anchorage’s talented local chefs. Each week there’s a different variety of businesses offering their special eats and treats. Operating May until October every Thursday.
ANNUAL AND LIMITED TIME ONLY EVENTS
Girdwood Forest Fair
July 7-9, 2023
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The Girdwood Forest Fair is a family fair that has become an annual Girdwood tradition. The Forest Fair features Alaskan artists, hand-crafted items, exotic foods and entertainers. There is no admission fee, only good times! Camping will be allowed.
Vendor Booths: Fri / Sat: 11am – 8pm, Sun: 11am – 6pm Parade: Saturday, July 8 at 10am
The Summer Shakedown
July 9, 2023
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Get ready to party down and soak up some serious vibes at the ultimate concert of the season – Summer Shakedown! We’ve put together an awesome lineup of talented artists who’ll rock the Goldie’s stage so you can dance the night away. Get your crew, get your shades, and get your tickets to the Shakedown now.
Bear Paw Festival
July 12-16, 2023
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The annual Eagle River Bear Paw Festival is a weeklong, activity-filled event with carnival rides, local vendors, live music, and a food and concessions court. A family friendly event, you won’t want to miss the Bear Paw Festival Grand Parade, Classic Car Show, Slippery Salmon Olympics, Human Foosball Tournament, Goat Yoga and much more.
Salmonfest
August 4-6, 2023
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Salmonfest has become widely recognized both nationally and within the state as the most compelling and dynamic event in Alaska. Every year over 8,000 people turn the Kenai Peninsula village of Ninilchik into a small city as families and friends fill the region with music, food, fish and love. Over the three day weekend many of Alaska’s top food, crafts, art and brews are available throughout the grounds and a family friendly atmosphere, including a daily children’s program and science symposium, is part of the four stage extravaganza that includes over 60 acts.
Alyeska Blueberry Festival
August 12-13, 2023
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August in Alaska means the return of everyone’s favorite Alaskan treat, the blueberry. One of the best ways to get outside and spend time with your family is by picking blueberries, in the Chugach Mountains, while also browsing vendor booths, enjoy live music, pie eating contests and of course, berry picking!
Alaska Greek Fest
August 18-20, 2023
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Eat, drink and be Greek at the 29th Annual Alaska Greek Festival! Friday, August 18 3pm – 9pm; Saturday, August 19 11am – 9pm & Sunday, August 20 11am – 5pm. Come and enjoy the best of Greek culture in Alaska! Taste traditional foods from lamb to vegan and traditional Greek pastries! Enjoy and listen to live Greek folk music. Watch and learn how to Greek dance with dance performances happening throughout the weekend.
Anchorage Run Fest
August 19-20, 2023
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Pick the Mile race, 2K Kids’ run and Family Safety & Health Day on Saturday, August 19. On Sunday, August 20 run one of these races: 5K, Half Marathon, Marathon, and 49K Ultra: what race is right for you? Anchorage RunFest is a weekend devoted to running fun.
Alaska State Fair
August 18 – September 4, 2023
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The Alaska State Fair features record-setting giant vegetables, beautiful flower gardens, concerts, plus Alaskan and Alaska Native culture. Fourteen days, 305,000 attendees, 13 concerts, and over 100 food and craft vendors makes this annual Alaskan tradition a must-attend!
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