ALASKA FOOD FESTIVALS & SHOWSJanuary to June - July & August - SEPTEMBER to DECEMBER Check previous year if event is not yet updated to current year 2018 ALASKA - September to December 2018 Food & Wine Festivals, Shows, Events (see also: 2017 - 2013 - 2012) August 23-September 3, 2018 Alaska State Fair - Palmer, Alaska
August 31-September 2, 2018 Cordova Fungus Festival - Cordova, Alaska
September 1, 2018 Wild Harvest Feast Cordova, Alaska Help us celebrate the harvest with a wild foods dinner featuring fall coho salmon and locally harvested ingredients, delectable desserts and a silent auction showcasing handmade crafts and edible delights related to fungus and the fall harvest in Alaska. This year’s Wild Harvest Feast will be prepared by renowned Alaska Chef Laura Cole, owner and head chef at 229 Parks, Denali National Park & Preserve. All proceeds form the silent auction support the CRWP scholarship program for students living in the Copper River watershed.
September 7-9, 2018 - 11th Annual Girdwood Fungus Fair Girdwood, Alaska We put the "Fun" in Fungus Fair. Hang on to your Fomes fomentarius hats! We've got another impressive "myco-lineup" for the Fungus Fair! Forays with Fungus Masters. Mushroom Display. Five Course Fungus Feast, Art Workshops, Live Music, Much More. September 21-22 & 28-29, 2018 Oktoberfest at Alyeska Resort Girdwood, Alaska Autumn would not be the same without a festive atmosphere celebrating the many attributes of beer. Both weekends include authentic German fare, souvenir mugs, polka bands plus live music by some of Alaska's favorite bands. October 15-19, 2018 - National School Lunch Week - Nationwide
October 27, 2018 Mighty Monster Boo Fest (aka the Mighty Matanuska Brewfest) - Palmer, Alaska Come share your thoughts about the different brewed spectaculars while enjoying the company of your friends with live music, food vendors, and over 50 different beers for your sampling. November 1-4, 2018 Sitka WhaleFest - Sitka, Alaska The Annual Sitka WhaleFest is a program of the Sitka Sound Science Center. The 2018 Sitka WhaleFest’s theme is “Curious Creatures!” The event hosts a unique science symposium blending local knowledge and scientific inquiry concerning the rich marine environment of the North Pacific. The festival includes many community and cultural activities such as the science symposium lectures, interactive student sessions, marine wildlife cruises with scientist, a marine themed artisan market, music, local foods, a banquet, art and a fun run/walk. November 3-4, 2018 31st Annual Anchorage Holiday Food & Gift Festival Anchorage, Alaska A fun and family oriented event featuring a wide variety of unique gifts, gourmet food, handmade arts and crafts, and so much more. Holiday Food & Gift Festival strives to provide the Anchorage community and its visitors with a winter holiday show featuring a large variety of Alaska made and imported arts and crafts, furs, gifts and foods November 22, 2018 - THANKSGIVING DAY - Nationwide There are so many events on today they are to numerous to list.
December 10, 2018 - Terra Madre Day - Worldwide A worldwide celebration of local food held every year on December 10. Through hundreds of diverse and unique events across the globe, together we show that a global food revolution grows from local roots December 15, 2018 Annual Christmas Village - Anchorage, Alaska Christmas Village is one the newest holiday shows in Alaska. Be a part of the biggest shopping day of the year. Christmas Village is the perfect time to sell all of those wanted last minute gifts. Be ready to sell...and buy! Christmas Village allows both Alaskan-made and imported items to be sold at the show. December 31, 2018 Anchorage New Year’s Eve Celebration Anchorage, Alaska Anchorage’s New Year’s Eve Celebration is a fun, family friendly and FREE event in Town Square held on December 31st from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Enjoy Live Music, Street Performers, Anchorage’s Yummiest Food Trucks, Fireworks and More. 2017 ALASKA - September to December 2017 Food & Wine Festivals, Shows, Events waiting for new datesOctober 6-7, 2017 - Oktoberfest - Anchorage, Alaska Join the German Club of Anchorage and Anchorage Downtown Partnership, Ltd. in celebrating Oktoberfest. Come out and enjoy traditional German music, dancing, food, and entertainment. Live bands, bell ringers and consessions. German beer, wine and soft drinks to be sold. November 8-9, 2017 Sitka Fishermen's Expo - Sitka, Alaska Alaska Longline Fishermen’s Association. Workshops and Trainings for Neww and Experienced Fishermen. 2013 ALASKA - September to December 2013 Food & Wine Festivals, Shows, Events waiting for new datesNovember 2, 2013 5th Annual United Way Festival of Beer and Wine Anchorage, Alaska There will be wines from around the world and craft beer selections paired with appetizers and desserts from some of Anchorage's finest restaurants. Add music and a fabulous silent auction for an event sure to deliver something for everyone’s taste! 2012 ALASKA - September to December 2012 Food & Wine Festivals, Shows, Events waiting for new datesSeptember 7, 2012 8th Annual Taste of Mardi Gras Anchorage, Alaska We’re taking the party outside for the only street party recreating Bourbon Street, featuring authentic Cajun cuisine from local celebrity chefs, live music, and street performers. Raises money for the American Red Cross of Alaska. |