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The Anchorage arts are as varied as the landscape. Internationally renowned performers join local talent onstage, while countless festivals, a variety of cultural affairs and talented artists thrive amid inspiring surroundings. Sporting competitions of world-championship caliber offer both sideline spectator and competitor a great mecca for adventure. Winter, summer, spring and fall — the range is wild!

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Alaska Native elder in fur parka with traditional dance fans at the Alaska Native Heritage Center.
Alaska Native elder in fur parka with traditional dance fans at the Alaska Native Heritage Center. ©Brian Adams/Alaska Native Heritage Center
Captivating performances by the Anchorage Opera keep patrons coming back for more.
Captivating performances by the Anchorage Opera keep patrons coming back for more. ©Visit Anchorage/Cathryn Posey
Alaska performers are featured during the summer at Music in the Park.
Alaska performers are featured during the summer at Music in the Park. ©ACVB/Roy Neese
Locals and visitors love browsing and buying art on the first Friday of each month.
Locals and visitors love browsing and buying art on the first Friday of each month. ©Visit Anchorage/Roy Neese
Experience the traditions of Alaska Native culture in Anchorage with authentic song and dance.
Experience the traditions of Alaska Native culture in Anchorage with authentic song and dance. ©Cathryn Posey/Visit Anchorage
Crush wine Bistro offers a relaxed setting to sample wine and catch up with friends.
Crush wine Bistro offers a relaxed setting to sample wine and catch up with friends. ©Visit Anchorage/Cathryn Posey
Alaska artisians display their wares at the Anchorage Museum.
Alaska artisians display their wares at the Anchorage Museum. ©Visit Anchorage/Cathryn Posey
Alaska Native craftwork is on display at the arts and crafts fair during the Alaska Federation of Natives annual convention.
Alaska Native craftwork is on display at the arts and crafts fair during the Alaska Federation of Natives annual convention. ©Visit Anchorage/Cathryn Posey
Ice carvings are part of the Fire and Ice New Year's Eve celebration in Anchorage's Town Square.
Ice carvings are part of the Fire and Ice New Year's Eve celebration in Anchorage's Town Square. ©ACVB/Roy Neese
Enjoy the extensive art collections at the Anchorage Museum - the state's largest musuem.
Enjoy the extensive art collections at the Anchorage Museum - the state's largest musuem. ©ATIA/Michael DeYoung
Enjoy theatrical performances in Anchorage's most intimate theatres.
Enjoy theatrical performances in Anchorage's most intimate theatres. ©Cyrano's Theatre Company/Jamie Lang
The Nutcracker Ballet is a must-see production during the Thanksgiving holiday weekend in Anchorage.
The Nutcracker Ballet is a must-see production during the Thanksgiving holiday weekend in Anchorage. ©Anchorage Concert Association
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