Some visitors don’t think there will be much Cinco de Mayo revelry in Alaska, but it’s one of the biggest party weekends of the season. Celebrating the Mexican army’s victory over the French in 1862, the holiday has evolved into a celebration of Mexican culture—and nobody does it better than the Carnival at Tequila 61….
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Don’t Miss the Alyeska Slush Cup
Every third weekend in April, revelers from around the world flock to Alaska for the Alyeska Slush Cup. It’s a favorite for skiers who show up in crazy costumes to tackle the steep, winding snowy hills. The ultimate goal? Build up enough speed to skid across the frozen pond without falling in. Few make it,…
Check Out the Cannonball Snowmachine Race
Have you ever wondered about the top speed of snowmachines? It turns out they can go as fast as a cannonball, especially when they’re modded out at the Cannonball Snowmachine Race. The fastest machines in the world go head to head at Beam Road where you can watch some of the best racers in the…
Your St. Paddy’s Day Guide
Surprise! Anchorage is home to some fantastic St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, starting with the show from Arctic Siren Cabaret. Any season is a great time to check out this show, but on St. Patrick’s Day you’ll be treated to bagpipes, cloggers and plenty of green-flanked fun. Featuring the Irish Dance Academy of Alaska, the Northern…