Category: Family-Friendly
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Local Experts: Geocaching in the Mat-Su Valley
Wasilla’s Todd Stafford shares why he loves geocaching in the Mat-Su Valley. Geocaching was born on May 3, 2000, the day after the GPS system was made available for public use. A guy named Dave Ulmer hid a bucket in the woods south of Portland, Oregon filled with odds and ends, including a can of…
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Willow Winter Carnival
The Willow Winter Carnival in Alaska features dog sled races, craft fairs, fireworks, snowshoe softball and even outhouse races at the Willow Community Center.
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Bright up the Night
See more than 70 holiday light displays at the Alaska State Fair throughout December, and visit The Christmas Factory for holiday cheer.
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Five Reasons for a Winter Visit to the Mat Su Valley
Plan an Alaska winter vacation in The Mat-Su and enjoy a wide variety of unforgettable sights, activities and events!
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Alaska State Fair
The Alaska State Fair is the largest event in Alaska, with concerts, rides, midway games, and fun for the whole family.
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Colony Days in Palmer
Celebrate Colony Days in June in Palmer with a parade, kids games and agricultural displays that are rooted in the history of the Matanuska Colony.
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Live at 5
Live at 5 is a music festival held every Friday in Talkeetna, Alaska featuring local bands and visiting singers from the Lower 48.
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Drive Your Tractor to Work Day
Cheer on the annual parade of tractors through downtown Palmer, Alaska, and celebrate the Mat-Su Valley’s agricultural heritage.
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Holiday Tree Tour
Ski, hike, or bike the Pioneer Loop at Government Peak Recreation Area and enjoy a display of decorated trees, fun company, and warm drinks!
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Harvest Season in the Valley
Find some of the juiciest, tastiest produce you’ve ever had here in the Mat-Su Valley! From apples and carrots to squash and flowers, harvest season in Alaska has something for everyone.