Iditarod Sled Dog Race downtown Anchorage Alaska

State of Alaska | Matt Hage

Winter Events in Anchorage

Winter sparkles with events in Anchorage. Snow from the Chugach Mountains blankets the twinkling lights of the city, and the northern lights dance overhead. Mild temperatures and piles of snow create ideal conditions for outdoor adventure. The stage is set for winter sports, world-class events, local festivals and a spirited season of performing arts.

Calendar of Events

Calendar of Events

Discover Anchorage winter events and more family-friendly seasonal fun.

Alaska Federation of Natives

Alaska Native dancing and drumming at AFN convention

Alaska Federation of Natives

Quyana First Alaskans Institute Elders & Youth and Alaska Federation of Natives Delegates – Welcome...

Film Festival

Patrons watch a film at Bear Tooth Theatrepub

Film Festival

Grab some popcorn. True to the motto, the Anchorage International Film Festival (AIFF) features international...

New Year's Eve

New Year's Eve

Ring in New Year's in Anchorage. It's been a year like few others, and this year's celebrations...

Iditarod Sled Dog Race

Sled dogs race down Fourth Avenue at the start of the Iditarod.

Iditarod Sled Dog Race

The Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race is one of Alaska’s iconic winter events, and the excitement...

Fur Rondy

Running of the Reindeer event in downtown Anchorage

Fur Rondy

Only in Anchorage, Alaska can competitors square off in outhouse races, craft massive yet intricate snow...

ASAA Basketball

ASAA Basketball

Get in on the excitement! March Madness Alaska is one of the state's largest high school championship...

NYO Games

Sheer power, unreal flexibility and explosive jumping ability – all tied to the rich cultures of Alaska...

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