Don Kolstad: "I hope you enjoy the show, this is the evolution of my years of painting to get to the point of learning to simplify (hopefully). I love to paint and continue to grow and improve." Don Kolstad has been a full-time artist in Alaska since 1982. He currently paints in Oil and Watercolor, […]

Train. Race. Beer. Join us for the 8th annual HooDoo Half Marathon in Fairbanks, Alaska! If you are looking for a super fun, good energy, point-to-point race with over 600 other people, this is your event. Rain, sleet, snow, or shine – We will run for BEER! See below for all the information… DATE: October 5, […]

 Celebrate Filipino Culture in Fairbanks!  Join us for an unforgettable day of vibrant Filipino culture, music, dance, potluck and community spirit! The Filipino American Society of Fairbanks proudly presents the Filipino Cultural Celebration—a joyful gathering for all ages that brings the richness of Filipino heritage to life. Last year, Alaska officially recognized October as Filipino […]

Join us for the 63rd CHAM FASHIONAL, the longest running annual fundraising event in Fairbanks. Each year the Quota membership selects an organization to be the recipient of a major portion of the proceeds raised. This year recipient is SPECIAL OLYMPICS - TANANA VALLEY. Join us for an evening of dinner, dancing, fashion show, dance […]

Join us at TCC’s Native Artist Showcase for a night of art and music! Date: October 9th, 2024Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PMLocation: David Salmon Tribal Hall Everyone is invited to this special night. For more information, contact Ariella Derrickson, Tribal Protective Services Coordinator at 907-452-8251 ext. 3195 or tribalprotectiveservices@tananachiefs.org

You're invited to the second annual Boots & Brews Beer Fest, sponsored by Denali State Bank and presented by the Brewers Guild of Alaska! Enjoy craft beer, cider and more, all crafted here in Alaska! "First Sip" ticketholders get in an hour early and have first dibs at festival offerings! All proceeds support the Brewers […]

Join us as Edward Holmes from Bookwalter Winery showcases some of the winery's most prestigious offerings accompanied by five paired food courses. J. Bookwalter is one of the most recognized boutique wineries in the Pacific Northwest, relying on meticulous winemaking, exceptional vineyards and a decades-long commitment to excellence to produce some of the world’s finest […]

Fairbanks Resource Agency will host its 18th annual City Sampler on Thursday, October 17, 2024, at the Westmark Gold Room from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. City Sampler is a delightful and delicious evening offering an array of Fairbanks’ finest food from local restaurants and caterers, as well as live music and wonderful door prizes. Proceeds from City Sampler help FRA achieve its […]

We are inviting Effie families and community members to join us at Effie for our Halloween Community Carnival! $5 per person, kids under 10 are free! Lots of fun carnival games, trick or treating, costume contests, a DJ! It’s going to be so much fun! We also appreciate any candy donations! They can be dropped […]

Over 100 unique small businesses! Show your support to our fellow Alaskans and stop by for a Spooktacular time!

Mark your calendars! On October 30th from 6-8 P.M we are hosting a free public event for you to come check out all the new updates! Playzone will be free and open for the kids to play.

See bones, bats, birds, and more. Meet staff and learn about collections. Explore the galleries. Costumes encouraged! For all ages. Children must be accompanied by adult. Admission is free. Donations of canned food for the Fairbanks Community Food Bank are requested. Sponsored by Wentz  Orthodontics.

Want to take your writing to the next level? Curious how writers can use research to bring their work to life? Join the English Graduate Organization for a free, public craft talk, Leaving Kansas: Research in Fiction, with MFA faculty, Gerri Brightwell.  What: The English Graduate Organization presents: “Leaving Kansas: Research in Fiction” Craft Talk […]

Join us for First Friday with returning artist Riva Sazama! Based in Salcha, Riva specializes in copperworks, creating gorgeously colored patinas and both hangable and wearable pieces that are intricately crafted and beautifully eyecatching. Riva's work will be on display and available for sale throughout November, and you can catch her here again for a […]

CODDIWOMPLE: English Slang To travel purposefully towards an as-yet unknown destination "Searching for what to say about my work I found Coddiwomple.Finally, a word that accurately describes my journey of the last 12 months. All of them are my vision of the spaces and places I travelled—of objects as large as the sky, as small […]

Join the Alaska Songbird Institute for our annual Raven Art Show! This curated show features the work of 15 amazing Alaskan artists celebrating Ravens. Proceeds support ASI's community-based research and science education programs at Creamer's Field. Get a jump on your holiday shopping and support local research, education, and conservation work!

Exhibition On View: November 1– December 21, 2024 First Friday Opening Reception: Friday, November 1, 5-7 p.m. The Bear Gallery is located on the 3rd Floor of the Alaska Centennial Center for the Arts in Pioneer Park (2300 Airport Way, Fairbanks, AK) Fairbanks Arts is excited to present Limited Edition: An Open Exhibition of Small […]

oin us to sell your gear or get set up with new gear for the winter. * If you have items to sell, mark your calendar for Friday, Nov 1 from 5-8pm. You can pre-register your items in advance to make the process a little quicker.Tinyurl.com/2024wvski Shop with us Saturday, November 2 in the West […]

The ultimate market experience! - Get ready for a landmark event as Loft 49 Boutique presents its “Thankful for Her Market!” For the first time we are hosting a market event, and we’re pulling out all the stops to make it one for the books. Appreciate and connect with the incredible women in our community […]

Join us for a magical masquerade ball at Gather on Nov 2! Costumes required, masks optional. Early bird tickets available now!Join us on November 2nd at Gather for a magical masquerade ball in support of the Fairbanks Shakespeare Theatre! Dress in your best costume (masks optional) for a night of theater, art, and community. Enjoy […]

The 42nd Annual Athabascan Fiddlers Association (AFA) Music Fest will be held at the Chief David Salmon Tribal Hall in Fairbanks, Alaska. The event starts at 1:00 PM and ends at 12:00 AM each day, with a $20 admission fee. There will be food available for purchase by the Effie Kokrine Leadership Group, raffles, special […]

Join us in November to hear from Ben Waechter an architect with over 25 years of experience on projects across the US. He is the founder of Waechter Architecture which was established in 2008 and is known for its design clarity and innovative Mass Timber design. Along with Oregon and Washington, WA is currently working […]

The Fairbanks Paddlers 2024 Annual Meeting will be held Friday, November 8th at the Unitarian Universalist Church, 4448 Pikes Landing Road (across from the Princess Hotel off Airport Way). The public is welcome to attend, and we encourage new members to join us. Schedule: 6:30 Doors open. Meet and greet old friends and new. Talk […]

Get ready, Fairbanks! Join us for a night of incredible live music with the one and only Kit Carson! With no cover charge, it’s the perfect chance to gather your friends, grab a drink, and enjoy some unforgettable tunes. The vibe kicks off at 8 PM – you won’t want to miss it! Bring your […]

Rock Bottom Stompers and Ryan Bowers and the Brain Trust playing at The Pub | 21+ | $5 student cover | $10 GA cover

Honoring Women in Military ServiceHors d'oeuvres MingleFree Acupuncture and Massageby AcuTribe & ElementsFeatured Speaker - Vanessa Meade of Operation MaryLouiseFree Gift Bags for Women Who Serve(d)

Join us for a monumental evening as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of theBreast Cancer Detection Center of Alaska at our 19th Annual Gala “50 Shades of Pink.” Each shade represents a decade of growth, a story of survivorship, the testament to resilience, and the hope that has shaped our mission. This event is more […]

Join us for a night of music by Rosemary McGuire, Caitlin Frye and Hannah Corall. Solo artists performing originals & cover songs on guitar & violin. Multi-instrumentalist Hannah Corral has hoboed many a continent, supplying hot licks, heartbreak & hair-raising adventure to musical fans far & wide. Rosemary plays thoughtful & sweet solo originals & […]

With so many opportunities to shop small this coming Holiday season, we're excited to host a Pop-Up on Wednesday November 13th with some of Fairbanks' Favorite Makers, Artists, Creative's! Teal FrancisForever LinkedSmell ThisBetter For The PlanetAK Oils by Kaye Stop by from 5-8pm to try a local brew, and shop some really fun vendors!

Sponsored by Tanana Chiefs Conference, Native Peoples Action, Yukon River Intertribal Fish Commission, and Native Movement. This will be a night of community gathering with the common goal of uplifting and advocating for the Yukon River Salmon. Guests are invited to bring a side dish or dessert. A Bristol Bay sockeye salmon bake will be […]

The Holiday Marketplace is a one-stop Christmas shopping extravaganza for Fairbanks and outlying areas. With over 175 mini specialty shops with everything from hand-made soap to beaded earrings to one of a kind artwork, there are literally thousands of gift ideas in one warm location! Admission is $5 at the door; children 12 and under […]

Friday, Nov 15th @ Birch HillBeginning Classic Lesson 5 - 6pmBeginning Skate Lesson 5 - 6pm The Nordic Ski Club of Fairbanks wants to help new and beginner skiers kick off their ski season right! On Friday, Nov 15th we will be offering FREE beginner ski lessons. There will be both a skate and a […]

 KLONDIKE DRAGSHOW - NOVEMBER EDITION  Get ready for a night of fabulousness and fun at the Klondike Dragshow this November! VIP Experience: Enjoy a VIP table for 4 people at just $130! Secure the best seats in the house for an unbeatable view of the show.  Tickets: Students: $15General Admission: $30 Dress to Impress: We’re […]

Valley Below at the Boatel in the winter when we need live music most. You're gonna need this, so let's plan on it

Fairbanks, AK | UAF Pub @ 7:00pm Hosted and presented by: Alaska Backcountry Hunters and Anglers, and Midnight Sun Fly Casters (Tickets available at link above and at UAF Pub and Big Rays Fly Shop 2nd Ave Location) Announcing Fly Fusion’s Trout Tour! A well-formed excuse to get together with fly-fishing friends and take in […]

The Large Animal Research Station is moving its gift shop to the Murie Building Lobby for one day of holiday shopping! We will be there with all manners of muskox and reindeer goodness for you to gift to your loved ones or to yourself. And yes, we have lots of fresh Muskox Kisses to deck […]

Freshen up your shelves with our November book swap! Drop off gently-used books that you're done with (all genres, no textbooks or magazines) ahead of time (Monday, November 18 through Wednesday, November 20), then come peruse the options and pick a few new books to take home (Wednesday, November 20 only)! Any leftover books will […]

Join us November 20-22 for presentations by Carlos Zamora! A Cuban-American designer and illustrator, CARLOS ZAMORA is the Chief Creative Officer and Founder of CARTEL. Zamora’s award-winning illustrations have been published in The New York Times, Time Magazine, Scholastics, New York Observer, The Boston Globe, Advertising Age, American Lawyer, and The Wall Street Journal. Zamora […]

Celebrate Beaujolais Nouveau Day with French wines and cuisine finishing with a pour of Beaujolais Nouveau to ring in the new vintage. Space is limited. Reserve your seat today by calling Lavelle's Bistro at 907-450-0555

Welcome to the Northern Lights Winter Market—a magical celebration of the season's charm and warmth! Nestled in the heart of winter, this enchanting market features a curated selection of local artisans, craftspeople, and vendors offering a diverse array of unique goods. Stroll through festively decorated stalls brimming with seasonal delights just for you! The Northern […]

Join us for an intimate night of live tunes with Casey Smith Project & The Forest That Never Sleeps. Set against a forest backdrop, this $5 cover event promises warmth, melody, and Alaskan charm on November 22. It’s the coziest night of live music you’ll find

One hour beginner-friendly Vinyasa yoga with Yellow Bird Yoga instructor, Katja! Bring mat and blocks if you have them, some will be provided. After the yoga we'll do brunch! Brunch will consist of your choice of coffee & mock-mosa, fresh fruit, fresh gluten free muffins & scones, quiche bites, avocado toast.

Join us for a pop-up farmer’s market at The Folk School cabin! Frontieress Farm, Offbeet Farm, and Boreal Woods Mushroom Farm will be there with local produce, dried flower wreaths, and more. Date: Saturday, November 23, 2024 Time: 11:00 am – 3:00 pm Location: Pioneer Park - Cabin 66 (Click link for accessibility information.) Contact: […]

Join Pakalolo Budtender Extraordinaire Angela Gies for a canna yoga experience in the Pakalolo Tasting Room & Coffeeshop. Beginners are welcome. $5 cover. Reserve your spot at ticket link.

Movie Nights are back this Saturday, November 23rd, 2024!Join us from 3 P.M- 5 P.M for our family friendly movie night. If the kids want to run around and play, we have the perfect combination of movie & play space!Pre-registration is highly encouraged. Chaperones and children 2 and under are not required to register. Registration […]

Come hear amazing true stories from Alaska told by local Alaskans!

Winter is coming! Come for an exclusive movie premiere that captures the highs, lows, and snowy thrills of both Alaska’s backcountry and local FBX trails. We’re excited to present an independent film that follows two local athletes, Andy and Gunner, as they navigate the challenging yet stunning winter landscapes of Alaska. Get ready to experience […]

Live music at The Pub | Must be 21+ | Open to students & Community $5 / $10

Join us at The Cabin this November 24th at 4 PM for our annual Friendsgiving celebration! Bring your favorite dish to share and come hang out with your second family in a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Let’s make this Thanksgiving memorable with good food, great friends, and plenty of laughter. No matter where you're from, The […]

Join us for this annual pre-feast Thanksgiving tradition! Runners gather at 8am in the parking lot for a prerun picture and then a 1.5 to 2-mile run or walk. The brewery is closed on Thanksgiving Day, so bring your own beverage (BYOB). Open to all ages and all levels and 4-legged friends. Cards will be […]

On November 29, after all the turkey, stuffing, and pie, join us at the museum for a cozy day of fun and play - in your pajamas! Skip uncomfortable pants and load them up as they are for a few hours at FCM, so you can unwind and the kiddos can run off their holiday […]

CRAFT COMMUNITY AT THE 2024 HANDMADE HOLIDAY MARKET! Craft community with Fairbanks Arts and Pioneer Park at the 3rd annual Handmade Holiday Market in the Alaska Centennial Center for the Arts in Pioneer Park! This gathering connects artists and artisans with the wider community and with one another, promoting locally produced art, treats, and artisanal […]

Join us for great product deals, give aways, and THREE pop ups! The Cottage Bakery will be here beginning at 10 am, until sold out. Heavenly Leaven will keep you sustained through the afternoon, beginning at 1 PM. The Crash Cart will be here slinging caffeine all day! We'll have give aways with purchases over […]

**PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED FOR COMPETITION** May the best gingerbread house win! Join Black Spruce Brewing Company for our first ever gingerbread house building competition! Judged by Fairbanks' own pro bakers Wendy Boger (House of the Rising Bun) and Cathy Skrivanek (Marlo's Bakery), this fun and festive competition is open to all ages and is accompanied by […]

Join us for our Grinch Party on 11/30/2024! Enjoy food, drinks, prizes, games, and the use of a custom-made Grinch silkscreen. Pottery is available for an additional fee on the day of the event. This is a family-friendly gathering full of holiday cheer—don’t miss out!

Join us for a semi-formal winter holiday social dance fundraiser for the Lathrop High School Ballroom Dance Team! Dance instruction will be given and the LHS Ballroom Team will perform a few of their routines. Tickets will be available at the door: Adults $10, Students $5, Families $25.

Join us for a night of unforgettable music and festive fun at the 3rd Annual Post-Thanksgiving Show featuring Steve Brown and the Bailers! After a day of turkey and gratitude, it’s time to keep the good vibes going! Gather your friends and family for an evening filled with live music, dancing, and plenty of holiday […]

Fairbanks, get ready to feel the heat!  Join us at The Cabin for Caribbean Nights on Saturday, November 30th! Featuring DJ Osito and DJ Tony Taylor, bringing you the best of reggaeton, dancehall, bachata, afrobeats, salsa, hip-hop, and more! Whether you're a seasoned dancer or just looking to have a great time, this night promises non-stop […]

The Tanana Valley Farmers Market's 25th annual Holiday Bazaar! With over 120 Alaska Grown or Alaska Made vendors. Free Admission! Come see some of your favorite vendors from the summer market and many many more.

Join as us Lat65 on Tuesday, December 3 between 5:00 and 8:00 pm. Order a tasting flight of 4 oz beverages and enjoy a deliciously paired Girl Scout cookie.

Prepare for the holidays with a guided food and wine pairing dinner inspired by your holiday favorites. $125/person Call 907-450-0555 for a cheerful evening!

Join us for the Doyon Holiday Bazaar to shop local arts, craft, and goods! Thursday, December 57 a.m. - 5 p.m. Friday, December 67 a.m. - 4 p.m. Doyon Plaza Building in downtown Fairbanks For more information or to sign up for space, contact Doyon Facilities at 907-459-2100 or brockmeyerr@doyon.com.

The biannual student art sale is here! Come out to support our students, and do some holiday shopping at the same time. The sale will be held in the ceramics, printmaking, and metalsmithing studios (Fine Arts Complex rooms 415, 405, and 403). There will be all kinds of artwork available for sale, and your purchases […]

She's back! Fairbanks favorite Heidi Morel of Morel Pottery is back as our featured artist for the month of December! Heidi's wildly popular ceramics, including dishes and mugs, feature Alaska-inspired designs that are a must for any Fairbanks home and terrific gifts for friends and family. Heidi's work will be restocked throughout the month, but […]

Stop in and experience the unique photographic talents of Katrina Handler. Her double and triple exposures give a life to her photos that are one of a kind. Refreshments provided by Fire and Breadstone.

This body of work features bold colors depicting the Alaskan flora that infuses the delicious liqueurs Hoarfrost Distillery features in their creations. Tammy Holland is a local Fairbanks artist who’s works an be found in gift shops around the interior as well as visiting her website: TammyHollandStudios.com Instagram Facebook Hope to see you all here […]

This Friday at The Peony Patch Uprooted, 4-8 pm! Join us for art, cookies, shopping and mocktails!

Stop in to Elements Salon East for a free gift and a sampling of mini services to get you ready for a night on the town. Featuring local artists and refreshments. It’s our way of giving back and thanking the community for all your support 

Friday December 6th, artist Jamie Smith will be putting the lol in Pakalolo, launching his new book, "Twice Baked Alaska" a second revised and expanded compilation of canna cartoons, the best of a 5 year run in the Alaska Cannabist magazine in the Pakalolo Tasting Room and Coffeeshop. A collection of printed comics will be […]

Every first Friday of the month, Northern Whimsy Studios comes alive with art, music, and community! Enjoy a night of creativity as we host talented artists and local musicians in the studio. Treat yourself to refreshments available for purchase at The Fudge Pot, and bring your friends along – everyone is welcome! Join us for […]

A collaborative show inspired by the history of the Pennsylvania German Folk Art Bird Tree. There will also be individual pieces by Thomas and David. The show will run throughout December.

Come visit us at The Basement for First Friday, featuring the beautiful and powerful art of local artist Zoë Elizabeth.

Discovering Bluebell Photography art will be hung for sale this month at Sipping Streams Tea House. Meet the artist Cheyanna Swisher Friday November 1st for the First Friday event! Her photography primarily focuses on our world's nature and wildlife, from glances at every day experiences often taken for granted seen in a new light, to […]

Join us for Breakfast with the Elves! Come and experience a magical morning with our friendly elves! Indulge in a delightful hot cocoa bar, delicious food, enchanting story time, and get creative by painting your own pottery alongside the elves. Each child will receive a special gift from the elves to make this experience even […]

Join us on Saturday, December 7th for the 11th annual Reindeer & Beer food drive in the Biergarten at HooDoo! From 11am - 5pm, get a festive photo taken with George the Elf and his beautiful reindeer, Puma, from Archipelago Farms, and benefit the Fairbanks Community Food Bank while you're at it. Your photo will […]

Spend a lovely winter night under the stars with holiday lights and lanterns at Creamer’s Field! Enjoy the Luminary Trail, a nice wintertime stroll with the whole family along the 1/2-mile candlelit trail around the historic barn complex on December 7 from 5:00 - 8:00 pm. Hot beverages and treats can be found inside the […]

Attention Fairbanks & Nanook Nation!! DJ Fifty50 and DJ TRAX will be hosting our Ugly Sweater party this Saturday, 7th, from 7 pm to midnight. Contest starts at 10pm. Swag & Prizes for the winner $5 cover with Ugly sweater$10 without Ugly sweaterMust be 21+ Open to All 21+ and over

It’s that wonderful time of year again!!Join the Midnite Mine Crew on Sunday December 8, 2024 at 3pmCome down and help The Mine decorate our real Christmas Tree!Appetizers served at 3Pot Luck Dinner served at 6Bring a dish if you like!Party will go till close, food served till it’s gone!Happy Holidays!! 

Still looking for the perfect holiday gift? Swing by 2 Street Gallery on December 10 from 4-6pm for the KUAC poster signing pop-up! Artist Vladimir Zhikhartsev will be in-person to sign copies of our 2024 poster, The Great One. Come make your donation and get your poster at this exclusive, one-time-only holiday event!