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By Megan McDonald
|Updated on May 17, 2024(Originally published August 31, 2021)
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Megan McDonald is a writer, photographer, and owner of humu media, an Alaska-based digital media agency. She spends her free time traveling with her husband and daughter around the US and the world.
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There are few things during the year that garner the excitement that the Alaska State Fair brings. With tons of different booths, carnival rides, dozens of great places to eat, and giant vegetables, this is the very best of the best in Alaska. Grab your loved ones and head on out to the best places to be to close out the summer!
The Alaska State Fairgrounds features giant vegetables, gorgeous flowers gardens, concerts with national acts, and the best food to boot, this is the place to be at the end of the summer.
The fair is a cornucopia of fun every year. It takes place each fall, ending on Labor Day.
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The vegetables grown in Alaska and submitted at the fair each year tend to break world records. It’s absolutely amazing to see it in person.
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Come chat with the chickens, check out the cows, or head to the petting zoo. Your kids will love checking out the animals in person.
Whether you’re downing candy apples, turkey legs, tasty reubens, or eating all the fry bread you can handle, there’s plenty of food to enjoy. In fact, you’ll have to come hungry, so you can stuff yourself with corn dogs and go back for more! It’s one of our favorite summer festivals in Alaska.
Ride the Ferris wheel high into the sky, or play arcade games long into the night. There is a children’s area with tamer rides, and a couple of exhilarating rides for the adults, too.
This year’s fair runs from August 16th through September 2nd, and tickets start at $11.00 for youth and seniors and $16.00 per adult. Make sure you grab your tickets in advance, and have a great time at the biggest state fair in Alaska!
The Alaska State Fair State is a one-of-a-kind experience that we love going to each and every year! Who’s going to check it out this year? Let us know in the comments below!
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Megan McDonald|May 17, 2024
Where and when is the Alaska State Fair?
The Alaska State Fair is held annually in Palmer, a small town located about 42 miles northeast of Anchorage. The fair typically takes place in late August and early September, running for about two weeks. It is a major event showcasing Alaskan agriculture, arts, crafts, and entertainment.
Visitors can enjoy a wide range of activities, including carnival rides, live music, food vendors, and various competitions, such as giant vegetable contests and livestock shows. The fairgrounds provide a scenic backdrop with views of the surrounding mountains, making the Alaska State Fair a unique and memorable experience for both locals and tourists.
What kind of things will you see at the Alaska State Fair?
- Giant Vegetable Exhibits: Showcasing record-breaking vegetables like pumpkins, cabbages, and zucchinis grown in Alaska’s unique climate.
- Livestock Shows: Competitions and displays featuring farm animals such as cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, and poultry.
- Arts and Crafts: Exhibits and contests displaying local art, handmade crafts, quilts, and other creative works.
- Live Music and Entertainment: Performances by local and national musicians, comedy acts, and variety shows.
- Carnival Rides and Games: A range of amusem*nt rides and games suitable for all ages.
- Food Vendors: A diverse selection of food stalls offering everything from traditional fair foods like corn dogs and funnel cakes to local Alaskan specialties.
- Agricultural Exhibits: Displays and demonstrations related to farming, gardening, and sustainable agriculture practices.
- Market and Vendor Booths: Stalls selling local products, handmade goods, and other unique items.
- Petting Zoo: An interactive area where children and families can meet and feed a variety of animals.
- Educational Demonstrations: Workshops and presentations on topics such as gardening, cooking, crafts, and animal care.
- Competitions and Contests: Various competitions, including baking contests, pie-eating contests, and talent shows.
- Historical and Cultural Displays: Exhibits highlighting Alaskan history, culture, and heritage, including Native Alaskan traditions and artifacts.
- 4-H and Youth Activities: Programs and displays featuring the achievements of young people involved in 4-H and other youth organizations.
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