Festivals & Events
From music festivals to fishing derbies, Alaska celebrates all things wild and wonderful. Scan the skies at one of Alaska’s many birding festivals, experience an Alaska Native cultural event, or cheer on the state's canine athletes at a dog mushing race. Winter or Summer, Alaska’s festivals range from quirky to creative and everything in between. Be sure to check out the Alaska Events Calendar while planning your trip. There's something for everyone! Visit our Alaska Native Festivals & Events page for even more cultural events.
Upcoming Festivals & Events
Local bands and entertainers kickoff the season at the beautiful outdoor Dedman stage at 7 Pastures. If you would like to perform email: [email protected]
North Words brings together aspiring writers from near and far to an intimate gathering in Skagway that includes workshops, panel discussions, readings, great food, and fun activities over four days at the end of May. For the 16th edition, we will welcome award-winning Pacific Northwest novelist [...]
Skagway Pride Committee presents the SKAGWAY PRIDE CELEBRATION “To show support for LGBTQIA+ people with a fabulous and fun community celebration that spreads awareness through love and acceptance”?? 5:30 pm – GATE OPENS $20 CASH Entry fee, 5:30 pm – 9 pm or sold out Merch table opens: Hoodies, hats [...]
Skagway Marathon, Half Marathon and Walking Half Marathon is an amazing race that takes place in the wilderness of Alaska. This 26-mile run climbs multiple hills as it traces its way through pristine Southeast Alaskan fjord coastline, through a glacially-carved valley, an enchanting Sitka Spruce [...]
“Everything’s bigger in Alaska” doesn’t just refer to mountains, glaciers, and wildlife. Alaska’s largest event, the Alaska State Fair, takes place in Palmer in late August and early September. Concerts, performances, exhibits, thrilling rides, and world-record-setting vegetables are all part of the [...]
The town of Haines celebrates the gathering of bald eagles in November at the Bald Eagle Festival. The event attracts hundreds of visitors from around the country for five days of speakers, presentations, photography workshops, art shows, and special exhibits at the Sheldon Museum and the American [...]
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