Anchorage offers plenty of outdoor (and stay-at-home) classroom opportunities — places for kids of all ages to fill up on fresh air, learn about local history, and experience Alaska nature and culture, all while avoiding crowds and following state and local public health recommendations. Family…
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As Anchorage joins cities around the world working to slow the spread of COVID-19, there are still ample opportunities to enjoy everything our community has to offer — celebrating nature, enjoying Alaska art and culture, and supporting local businesses while following emergency orders and the public…
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With 18 breweries and counting in and around Anchorage and more than 40 statewide pouring in here, Anchorage is the place to be for Alaska beer. Ask a brewer, and they'll tell you "It's the water." Glacial water flows to all Anchorage taps. It is the best starting ingredient for brews from pilsners…
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Rushing along at speeds of up to 24 miles per hour, tidal bores are an unusual, unforgettable sight in Southcental Alaska. A unique combination of hydrology and geography forms these waves. Cook Inlet has a huge tidal range, and it’s the only place in the U.S. where such a bore tide forms. These…
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Plenty of places light a star atop their tree for the holidays, but this is Alaska, and Anchorage does it a little bigger. The holiday tree lighting takes place in Town Square on the day after Thanksgiving, but the star everyone looks for is 14 miles away. You can’t miss it. The star is on the side…
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Winter in Anchorage is a sparkling season packed with a fun and frosty array of classic Alaska activities. Enjoy outdoor sports and recreation, art and culture, cozy relaxation, and unique northern natural wonders. Whether you've been dreaming about catching the northern lights or riding a…
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Alaska adventures in Anchorage may be beyond belief, but they don’t need to be beyond your budget. The sights and experience here dwarf the price tag; you get an amazing time for the money. Consider just a few of the big experiences with small prices. Aerial Tram Glide over a boreal forest for…
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Living in Alaska can inspire some tall tales, but reality can be just as remarkable as any fiction. Here are a few surprising yet delightful things about life in Anchorage, Alaska. 1. The most famous residents are moose Anchorage is the most populous community in Alaska, but humans are far from the…
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Anchorage farmers markets and summer fairs come alive from mid-May through September, when long daylight hours bring out the best of Alaska’s harvest. Browse fresh, locally grown vegetables, just-caught seafood, handmade goods, small-batch coffee and tea, and grab a bite from some of Anchorage’s…
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Many Anchorage galleries, restaurants, cafes, and other shops feature the work of a different local artist on the first Friday of each month. Hosts stage special receptions on the evening of First Friday – typically from 5 to 9 p.m. – extending their hours, hosting performers or providing light…
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