If you are looking for Alaska’s top activities and attractions, look no farther than Anchorage. For an Anchorage trip in 2025, consider the top 20 things to do as you plan a visit and make the trip complete. 1. Find Moose There are more than a thousand of these iconic, antlered animals in Anchorage…
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Spring in Anchorage brings bright evenings, budding foliage, seasonal events, and endless natural beauty – the perfect setting for celebrating Mother’s Day. Make plans to pamper the mothers in your life. Reserve a table for brunch, book a massage, attend a special community gathering, or spend time…
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Bundle up and join the excitement of the iconic Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. Gather with locals and visitors on March 7, 2026, for the Ceremonial Start. This year marks the 54th running of the “Last Great Race on Earth®,” and last year celebrated the 100th anniversary of the serum run that inspired…
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Get ready for Halloween in Anchorage, where festive fun awaits everyone—from kid-friendly activities to spooky, adult-oriented shows. Thursday, Oct. 10 – Scared Scriptless Improv Comedy Shake off the seasonal slump with quick-witted, audience-inspired comedy. (Recommended for adults.) Time: 8 to…
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Olympic Gold medalist Kikkan Randall has skied in countless places around the globe and boasts that her hometown Tour of Anchorage race offers something unmatched. “It’s such a cool opportunity to race point-to-point in an urban environment,” says Randall, now a retired racer and executive director…
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Anchorage Glacier Pilots baseball player Brayden Miraki jogs to retrieve a foul ball from inside the fence at Mulcahy Stadium and casually tosses it to a little girl standing just on the other side. Above the snow-capped mountains behind them rise puffy white clouds, the only blemish against the…
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Picturesque mountains, frolicking wildlife, and long summer days are hallmarks of Anchorage golf courses. Now the city is poised to host Alaska's first United States Golf Association championship event: The 60th USGA Senior Women's Amateur Championship. The tournament is scheduled to take place at…
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Plan your calendar around Anchorage’s lively festivals, where every season brings its own flavor of fun. From lively summer celebrations to spirited winter traditions, the city knows how to make each moment count. These top annual events highlight the heart of local life, showcasing everything from…
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Editor's Note: After 45 years, Joe Hickel retired after building the village in 2023. However, UAA culinary students have continued the tradition the village is on display in the lobby of the hotel during the holidays; look for work to begin in late November. If you’re lucky to be in Anchorage in…
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A December Visit to Anchorage, Alaska The holiday season sparkles in Anchorage. A visit to Alaska in December means experiencing the place like a local and taking advantage of snow and clear skies. Things to Do in Anchorage During December Anchorage embraces the outdoors no matter the month. No…
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