Best time to visit Anchorage, AK

Anchorage, AK

9 THINGS TO DO IN ANCHORAGE, AK (APRIL 27 - MAY 07)

Whale Watching in Alaska

Whale Watching in Alaska

April–August • activity

Whales are the largest mammals in the world. Seeing them is a truly unforgettable experience!

Cured Salmon Strips

Cured Salmon Strips

May–August • food

Smoked and dried​ salmon strips prepared according to old Alaskan recipes are the best snack here!

Snow Geese Spring Migration

Snow Geese Spring Migration

late February–April • nature

Millions of wild cries hover above the land as endless birds fly overhead—just to notify they're coming home

Glacier Hiking

Glacier Hiking

May–September • activity

Are you brave enough to feel the power of ice? If so, come to Alaska and discover the breathtaking beauty of glaciers

Rafting

Rafting

May–September • activity

Enjoy the noise of rushing water, amazing nature, and fresh pine air. Rafting in Alaska is better than anywhere else!

Skiing and Snowboarding in Alaska

Skiing and Snowboarding in Alaska

February–April • activity

Wonderful nature, steep trails, and great service will make your holidays an unforgettable adventure

Arctic Comic Con

Arctic Comic Con

April 27-28, 2024 • event

The largest comic book & pop culture event in Alaska

Alaska Cruises

Alaska Cruises

late April–October • activity

The 49th state is explored the best by water

Sandhill Crane Migration

Sandhill Crane Migration

April–October | mid-August–September • nature

Alaska is among the most spectacular places to watch the sandhill crane migration

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Northern Lights

Northern Lights

out of rangelate August–late April • nature

Spanning under the "Auroral Oval," Alaskan Arctic belongs to the world's top locations to observe polar lights

King Crab

King Crab

out of rangeOctober–January • food

Monstrous crabs with tender meat are abundant in a sea around Alaska. And local restaurants know best how to cook them

Ice Caves

Ice Caves

out of rangeJuly–mid-September • activity

A new unknown world is hidden under the majestic Alaskan glaciers

Winter Railroad Trip

Winter Railroad Trip

out of rangeOctober–mid-April • activity

Ever dreamt of the Polar Express? Try it in Alaska

Fur Rondy

Fur Rondy

out of rangeFebruary 22-March 3, 2024 • event

Run, Rudolph, run! The reindeer race seems to be the most interesting event of the Rondy Festival in Anchorage. Check all the events, and find the most fun one

Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race

Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race

out of rangeMarch 2, 2024 • event

Join an old Alaskan tradition—a long dog race across the state!

Summer Dog Sledding

Summer Dog Sledding

out of rangemid-May–August • activity

Don’t think that dog sledding is available only in winter! In Alaska, ​you can try this kind of sport even during summertime

Akutaq

Akutaq

out of rangeJuly–August • food

Berries mixed with dried fish, walrus tallow, and reindeer fat—sounds strange? Alaskans don’t think so

Wild Berry Season

Wild Berry Season

out of rangelate July–August • food

Blueberries, cranberries, lingonberries, huckleberries, raspberries​, crowberries… This list is endless, so come to Alaska and pick some fresh berries yourself!

4th of July in Anchorage

4th of July in Anchorage

out of rangeJuly 3-7 • event

Plunge into the exciting atmosphere of Independence Day celebrations with the Alaskans!

New Year's Eve in Anchorage

New Year's Eve in Anchorage

out of rangeDecember 31 • event

Fireworks and northern lights illuminate the skies on the main night of the year

Three Barons Renaissance Fair

Three Barons Renaissance Fair

out of rangeJune 1–2, 2024 | June 8–9, 2024 • event

Discover another realm at the Medieval festival in Anchorage

Alaskan Beer Week

Alaskan Beer Week

out of rangeJanuary 26–27, 2024 • event

Beer is the favourite drink of Alaska. Try it for yourself!

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