Rondy Events

DRAFT (no 2026 event page found): The RondyBrew First Tap. Description to be supplied by Fur Rondy HQ.

DRAFT (no 2026 event page found): The Fur Rendezvous Royal Tea & Coronation at Hotel Captain Cook. Description to be supplied by Fur Rondy HQ.

Presented by Matson, the Alaska State Snow Sculpture Championship turns giant 8-foot blocks of snow into works of art. Watch teams carve over several days, then stop by to view the finished sculptures. Cast your vote for People's Choice before the awards are announced. Free to view.

Presented by Matson, the Alaska State Snow Sculpture Championship turns giant 8-foot blocks of snow into works of art. Watch teams carve over several days, then stop by to view the finished sculptures. Cast your vote for People's Choice before the awards are announced. Free to view.

DRAFT (no 2026 event page found): The Rondy Pin Swap Meet. A chance for collectors to trade Fur Rondy pins. Description to be supplied by Fur Rondy HQ.

Presented by Matson, the Alaska State Snow Sculpture Championship turns giant 8-foot blocks of snow into works of art. Watch teams carve over several days, then stop by to view the finished sculptures. Cast your vote for People's Choice before the awards are announced. Free to view.

DRAFT (no 2026 event page found): The ALL Alaska Native Fur Rondy Basketball Tournament. Description to be supplied by Fur Rondy HQ.

Presented by Matson, the Alaska State Snow Sculpture Championship turns giant 8-foot blocks of snow into works of art. Watch teams carve over several days, then stop by to view the finished sculptures. Cast your vote for People's Choice before the awards are announced. Free to view.

DRAFT (no 2026 event page found): The ALL Alaska Native Fur Rondy Basketball Tournament. Description to be supplied by Fur Rondy HQ.

The Bib Pull for the Rondy World Championship Sled Dog Races, where mushers draw their starting positions ahead of race weekend.

The Anchorage Pickleball Club hosts the RondyBall Pickleball Tournament at the Arctic Rec Center. The event includes an Intro to Pickleball clinic for juniors and families, followed by tournament play. Spectators are free.

Presented by Matson, the Alaska State Snow Sculpture Championship turns giant 8-foot blocks of snow into works of art. Watch teams carve over several days, then stop by to view the finished sculptures. Cast your vote for People's Choice before the awards are announced. Free to view.

DRAFT (no 2026 event page found): The ALL Alaska Native Fur Rondy Basketball Tournament. Description to be supplied by Fur Rondy HQ.

Golden Wheel Amusements brings the Rondy Carnival to downtown Anchorage, featuring rides like the Century Wheel, the Zipper and the Gravitron. Special days include Opening Day, Military Appreciation Day and Rondy Kids Day. Entry to the grounds is open to the public; ride pricing is set by the carnival operator.

Run the Frostbite Footrace 5K, the 2.5K Costume Fun Run, or bring your pup for the 2.5K Frosty Paw Dog Jog. Races start at the Fifth Avenue Skywalk between the Egan Center and the Performing Arts Center and finish near 6th Avenue and G Street. The 5K is two laps; the 2.5K events are one lap. Timing is by Skinny Raven Sports. Awards go to the top 3 male and female finishers in two age categories, plus the top 3 costumes. Bib pickup and registration are available before race day.

Alaska's performers take the stage in the Great Alaska Talent Competition preliminary rounds. Top acts advance to the Finals at the Alaska Center for the Performing Arts.

A Fur Rondy tradition since 1957, the Curling Bonspiel draws teams from across Alaska, Canada and the Lower 48 for a multi-day tournament that ends with championship day. Spectators are welcome free of charge.

Presented by Matson, the Alaska State Snow Sculpture Championship turns giant 8-foot blocks of snow into works of art. Watch teams carve over several days, then stop by to view the finished sculptures. Cast your vote for People's Choice before the awards are announced. Free to view.

Explore the Anchorage Mushing District and find 20 sled dog sculptures created by 18 artists. Form a team of up to four, answer trivia along the way, and compete for daily and overall prizes. Free.

Show off your photography in the Fur Rondy Amateur Photo Contest, with entries exhibited at the Midtown Mall. Categories are Animals, Creative, Flowers, Fur Rondy, People, Scenic, Sports, Wildlife (wild animals only, no captivity) and Unclassified. Viewing the exhibit is free.

The heart of Fur Rondy since 1946. Teams race three daily 26-mile heats, 78 miles in all, starting at 4th Avenue and D Street at noon each day. The race is produced with the Alaska Sled Dog & Racing Association (ASDRA) and was voted Best Event by ISDRA. Line 4th Avenue to cheer the mushers and dogs. Free to watch.

DRAFT (no 2026 event page found): The ALL Alaska Native Fur Rondy Basketball Tournament. Description to be supplied by Fur Rondy HQ.

Golden Wheel Amusements brings the Rondy Carnival to downtown Anchorage, featuring rides like the Century Wheel, the Zipper and the Gravitron. Special days include Opening Day, Military Appreciation Day and Rondy Kids Day. Entry to the grounds is open to the public; ride pricing is set by the carnival operator.

Watch the Blanket Toss, an ancient Alaska Native tradition that has been part of Fur Rondy since 1950, at the Carnival Grounds at 3rd and E Street. Free.

A Fur Rondy tradition since 1957, the Curling Bonspiel draws teams from across Alaska, Canada and the Lower 48 for a multi-day tournament that ends with championship day. Spectators are welcome free of charge.

Kick off Fur Rondy with Miners and Trappers, reimagined for 2027. Wear your fur hat. (In 2026, Miners and Trappers was a free, all-ages outdoor concert at the 6th & F Concert Plaza. The 2027 version is an indoor Aurora Room kickoff, so update the description.)

Alaska Sound Celebration presents the annual Fur Rondy Melodrama at the 49th State Brewing Heritage Theatre. Expect big laughs, bold characters and plenty of chances to cheer, boo and throw popcorn.

The Anchorage Pickleball Club hosts the RondyBall Pickleball Tournament at the Arctic Rec Center. The event includes an Intro to Pickleball clinic for juniors and families, followed by tournament play. Spectators are free.

Alaska's performers take the stage in the Great Alaska Talent Competition preliminary rounds. Top acts advance to the Finals at the Alaska Center for the Performing Arts.

DRAFT (no 2026 event page found): A Fur Rondy celebration for families with children ages 5 and younger. Description to be supplied by Fur Rondy HQ.

Explore the Anchorage Mushing District and find 20 sled dog sculptures created by 18 artists. Form a team of up to four, answer trivia along the way, and compete for daily and overall prizes. Free.

Show off your photography in the Fur Rondy Amateur Photo Contest, with entries exhibited at the Midtown Mall. Categories are Animals, Creative, Flowers, Fur Rondy, People, Scenic, Sports, Wildlife (wild animals only, no captivity) and Unclassified. Viewing the exhibit is free.

The Fur Rondy Grand Parade travels through downtown Anchorage along 5th and 6th Avenues. Free to watch. Groups interested in marching can apply with the parade entry registration form on furrondy.net.

Golden Wheel Amusements brings the Rondy Carnival to downtown Anchorage, featuring rides like the Century Wheel, the Zipper and the Gravitron. Special days include Opening Day, Military Appreciation Day and Rondy Kids Day. Entry to the grounds is open to the public; ride pricing is set by the carnival operator.

Bowl on the ice at the New Peanut Farm Pond. Registration is in person on site.

The Alaska Trappers Association hosts the Fur Rondy Fur Auction, honoring the history of the fur trade that gave the festival its name. Free to attend.

The heart of Fur Rondy since 1946. Teams race three daily 26-mile heats, 78 miles in all, starting at 4th Avenue and D Street at noon each day. The race is produced with the Alaska Sled Dog & Racing Association (ASDRA) and was voted Best Event by ISDRA. Line 4th Avenue to cheer the mushers and dogs. Free to watch.

Alaska Sound Celebration presents the annual Fur Rondy Melodrama at the 49th State Brewing Heritage Theatre. Expect big laughs, bold characters and plenty of chances to cheer, boo and throw popcorn.

Join a chill 5-mile fat bike loop starting on 4th Avenue in downtown Anchorage, with a mid-ride party at Westchester Lagoon. Afterward, the Post-Ride Pizza Party and Raffle Drawing is at 49th State Brewing Co. The ride supports Bike Anchorage's mission for a more bikeable city.

DRAFT (no 2026 event page found): The ALL Alaska Native Fur Rondy Basketball Tournament. Description to be supplied by Fur Rondy HQ.

Watch the Blanket Toss, an ancient Alaska Native tradition that has been part of Fur Rondy since 1950, at the Carnival Grounds at 3rd and E Street. Free.

The World's Largest Outhouse Race, hosted by the BIG ALASKA SHOW. Teams race outhouses in Unlimited and Traditional divisions for trophies and cash prizes. Free to watch; teams sign up with the registration form on furrondy.net.

Watch the fireworks from Crimson Restaurant at the Wildbirch Hotel. This Fur Rondy fundraiser includes fireworks viewing, food, drinks and a silent auction. Tickets are limited.

Alaska Sound Celebration presents the annual Fur Rondy Melodrama at the 49th State Brewing Heritage Theatre. Expect big laughs, bold characters and plenty of chances to cheer, boo and throw popcorn.

Presented by ConocoPhillips, Alaska's largest fireworks show has lit up Fur Rondy for more than 30 years. Tune to KFAT 92.9 during the show. Free.

Presented by Matson, the Alaska State Snow Sculpture Championship turns giant 8-foot blocks of snow into works of art. Watch teams carve over several days, then stop by to view the finished sculptures. Cast your vote for People's Choice before the awards are announced. Free to view.

Run the Frostbite Footrace 5K, the 2.5K Costume Fun Run, or bring your pup for the 2.5K Frosty Paw Dog Jog. Races start at the Fifth Avenue Skywalk between the Egan Center and the Performing Arts Center and finish near 6th Avenue and G Street. The 5K is two laps; the 2.5K events are one lap. Timing is by Skinny Raven Sports. Awards go to the top 3 male and female finishers in two age categories, plus the top 3 costumes. Bib pickup and registration are available before race day.

A Fur Rondy tradition for more than 60 years. The Pioneers of Alaska serve pancakes, ham, juice and coffee at Pioneer Hall. Cash only.

The Anchorage Pickleball Club hosts the RondyBall Pickleball Tournament at the Arctic Rec Center. The event includes an Intro to Pickleball clinic for juniors and families, followed by tournament play. Spectators are free.

A Fur Rondy tradition since 1957, the Curling Bonspiel draws teams from across Alaska, Canada and the Lower 48 for a multi-day tournament that ends with championship day. Spectators are welcome free of charge.

Children ages 3–11 are invited to the Pre-Parade Prince and Princess Party at Hotel Captain Cook. It includes face painting, a crowning and bleacher seating for the Grand Parade.

Softball on snowshoes at Kosinski Field. Coed teams play a double-elimination tournament, and metal snowshoes are provided. Spectators are free.

Presented by Matson, the Alaska State Snow Sculpture Championship turns giant 8-foot blocks of snow into works of art. Watch teams carve over several days, then stop by to view the finished sculptures. Cast your vote for People's Choice before the awards are announced. Free to view.

Explore the Anchorage Mushing District and find 20 sled dog sculptures created by 18 artists. Form a team of up to four, answer trivia along the way, and compete for daily and overall prizes. Free.

Bowl on the ice at the New Peanut Farm Pond. Registration is in person on site.

The Alaska Trappers Association hosts the Fur Rondy Fur Auction, honoring the history of the fur trade that gave the festival its name. Free to attend.

The heart of Fur Rondy since 1946. Teams race three daily 26-mile heats, 78 miles in all, starting at 4th Avenue and D Street at noon each day. The race is produced with the Alaska Sled Dog & Racing Association (ASDRA) and was voted Best Event by ISDRA. Line 4th Avenue to cheer the mushers and dogs. Free to watch.

Presented by Matson, the Alaska State Snow Sculpture Championship turns giant 8-foot blocks of snow into works of art. Watch teams carve over several days, then stop by to view the finished sculptures. Cast your vote for People's Choice before the awards are announced. Free to view.

Golden Wheel Amusements brings the Rondy Carnival to downtown Anchorage, featuring rides like the Century Wheel, the Zipper and the Gravitron. Special days include Opening Day, Military Appreciation Day and Rondy Kids Day. Entry to the grounds is open to the public; ride pricing is set by the carnival operator.

Show off your photography in the Fur Rondy Amateur Photo Contest, with entries exhibited at the Midtown Mall. Categories are Animals, Creative, Flowers, Fur Rondy, People, Scenic, Sports, Wildlife (wild animals only, no captivity) and Unclassified. Viewing the exhibit is free.

Alaska Sound Celebration presents the annual Fur Rondy Melodrama at the 49th State Brewing Heritage Theatre. Expect big laughs, bold characters and plenty of chances to cheer, boo and throw popcorn.

DRAFT (no 2026 event page found): The awards celebration honoring the mushers of the Rondy World Championship Sled Dog Races. Description to be supplied by Fur Rondy HQ.

Alaska Sound Celebration presents the annual Fur Rondy Melodrama at the 49th State Brewing Heritage Theatre. Expect big laughs, bold characters and plenty of chances to cheer, boo and throw popcorn.

Presented by Matson, the Alaska State Snow Sculpture Championship turns giant 8-foot blocks of snow into works of art. Watch teams carve over several days, then stop by to view the finished sculptures. Cast your vote for People's Choice before the awards are announced. Free to view.

A Fur Rondy tradition since 1957, the Curling Bonspiel draws teams from across Alaska, Canada and the Lower 48 for a multi-day tournament that ends with championship day. Spectators are welcome free of charge.

Softball on snowshoes at Kosinski Field. Coed teams play a double-elimination tournament, and metal snowshoes are provided. Spectators are free.

Presented by Matson, the Alaska State Snow Sculpture Championship turns giant 8-foot blocks of snow into works of art. Watch teams carve over several days, then stop by to view the finished sculptures. Cast your vote for People's Choice before the awards are announced. Free to view.

Show off your photography in the Fur Rondy Amateur Photo Contest, with entries exhibited at the Midtown Mall. Categories are Animals, Creative, Flowers, Fur Rondy, People, Scenic, Sports, Wildlife (wild animals only, no captivity) and Unclassified. Viewing the exhibit is free.

Presented by Matson, the Alaska State Snow Sculpture Championship turns giant 8-foot blocks of snow into works of art. Watch teams carve over several days, then stop by to view the finished sculptures. Cast your vote for People's Choice before the awards are announced. Free to view.

Show off your photography in the Fur Rondy Amateur Photo Contest, with entries exhibited at the Midtown Mall. Categories are Animals, Creative, Flowers, Fur Rondy, People, Scenic, Sports, Wildlife (wild animals only, no captivity) and Unclassified. Viewing the exhibit is free.

Shop handmade work from Alaska Native artisans, many of them Silver Hand artists, at the Dimond Center. Work includes basket weaving, dolls, beadwork and carving. Free to shoppers. (Vendors: tables and racks were $225 each in 2026, registered by email.)

Presented by Matson, the Alaska State Snow Sculpture Championship turns giant 8-foot blocks of snow into works of art. Watch teams carve over several days, then stop by to view the finished sculptures. Cast your vote for People's Choice before the awards are announced. Free to view.

Show off your photography in the Fur Rondy Amateur Photo Contest, with entries exhibited at the Midtown Mall. Categories are Animals, Creative, Flowers, Fur Rondy, People, Scenic, Sports, Wildlife (wild animals only, no captivity) and Unclassified. Viewing the exhibit is free.

Shop handmade work from Alaska Native artisans, many of them Silver Hand artists, at the Dimond Center. Work includes basket weaving, dolls, beadwork and carving. Free to shoppers. (Vendors: tables and racks were $225 each in 2026, registered by email.)

Golden Wheel Amusements brings the Rondy Carnival to downtown Anchorage, featuring rides like the Century Wheel, the Zipper and the Gravitron. Special days include Opening Day, Military Appreciation Day and Rondy Kids Day. Entry to the grounds is open to the public; ride pricing is set by the carnival operator.

Adult (A) and Youth (Y) teams face off outdoors at the Bonnie Cusack Memorial Outdoor Rinks, E 16th and Eagle. Spectators are welcome.

The best acts from the preliminaries compete for the title in the Great Alaska Talent Competition Finals.

Alaska Sound Celebration presents the annual Fur Rondy Melodrama at the 49th State Brewing Heritage Theatre. Expect big laughs, bold characters and plenty of chances to cheer, boo and throw popcorn.

Presented by Matson, the Alaska State Snow Sculpture Championship turns giant 8-foot blocks of snow into works of art. Watch teams carve over several days, then stop by to view the finished sculptures. Cast your vote for People's Choice before the awards are announced. Free to view.

Show off your photography in the Fur Rondy Amateur Photo Contest, with entries exhibited at the Midtown Mall. Categories are Animals, Creative, Flowers, Fur Rondy, People, Scenic, Sports, Wildlife (wild animals only, no captivity) and Unclassified. Viewing the exhibit is free.

Shop handmade work from Alaska Native artisans, many of them Silver Hand artists, at the Dimond Center. Work includes basket weaving, dolls, beadwork and carving. Free to shoppers. (Vendors: tables and racks were $225 each in 2026, registered by email.)

Golden Wheel Amusements brings the Rondy Carnival to downtown Anchorage, featuring rides like the Century Wheel, the Zipper and the Gravitron. Special days include Opening Day, Military Appreciation Day and Rondy Kids Day. Entry to the grounds is open to the public; ride pricing is set by the carnival operator.

Watch the Blanket Toss, an ancient Alaska Native tradition that has been part of Fur Rondy since 1950, at the Carnival Grounds at 3rd and E Street. Free.

Adult (A) and Youth (Y) teams face off outdoors at the Bonnie Cusack Memorial Outdoor Rinks, E 16th and Eagle. Spectators are welcome.

Rondy After Dark: RondyRitaVille at the Egan Center. A 21+ island-style party with the Buffett Beach Band, presented by Tequila 61.

A warm-up cornhole tournament at the Moose Lodge ahead of the Rondy Alaska Cornhole Championships.

Alaska Sound Celebration presents the annual Fur Rondy Melodrama at the 49th State Brewing Heritage Theatre. Expect big laughs, bold characters and plenty of chances to cheer, boo and throw popcorn.

Presented by Matson, the Alaska State Snow Sculpture Championship turns giant 8-foot blocks of snow into works of art. Watch teams carve over several days, then stop by to view the finished sculptures. Cast your vote for People's Choice before the awards are announced. Free to view.

Show off your photography in the Fur Rondy Amateur Photo Contest, with entries exhibited at the Midtown Mall. Categories are Animals, Creative, Flowers, Fur Rondy, People, Scenic, Sports, Wildlife (wild animals only, no captivity) and Unclassified. Viewing the exhibit is free.

Shop handmade work from Alaska Native artisans, many of them Silver Hand artists, at the Dimond Center. Work includes basket weaving, dolls, beadwork and carving. Free to shoppers. (Vendors: tables and racks were $225 each in 2026, registered by email.)

Adult (A) and Youth (Y) teams face off outdoors at the Bonnie Cusack Memorial Outdoor Rinks, E 16th and Eagle. Spectators are welcome.

The Rondy Alaska Cornhole Championships at the Dimond Center (Suite #199). Singles play is 1 vs 1 and doubles is teams of 2. Bags on the board score 1 point and bags through the hole score 3; the first to 21 wins. Spectators are welcome.

Golden Wheel Amusements brings the Rondy Carnival to downtown Anchorage, featuring rides like the Century Wheel, the Zipper and the Gravitron. Special days include Opening Day, Military Appreciation Day and Rondy Kids Day. Entry to the grounds is open to the public; ride pricing is set by the carnival operator.

Bowl on the ice at the New Peanut Farm Pond. Registration is in person on site.

The Alaska Trappers Association hosts the Fur Rondy Fur Auction, honoring the history of the fur trade that gave the festival its name. Free to attend.

Players who qualified at the Pink Cadillac, Peanut Farm, Broken Blender and Chilkoot Charlie's meet at the Dena'ina Center for the Alaska Hold'Em Tournament of Champions. Seats are earned through qualifiers, not sold; spectators are free.

Alaska Sound Celebration presents the annual Fur Rondy Melodrama at the 49th State Brewing Heritage Theatre. Expect big laughs, bold characters and plenty of chances to cheer, boo and throw popcorn.

Presented by Country Financial, the Running of the Reindeer is one of Fur Rondy's most famous events. Costumed runners sprint down 4th Avenue, trying to stay ahead of live reindeer. It's about the spectacle and the costumes, not your mile time. The event is a major fundraiser for Toys for Tots. Spectators line the streets free.

Watch the Blanket Toss, an ancient Alaska Native tradition that has been part of Fur Rondy since 1950, at the Carnival Grounds at 3rd and E Street. Free.

Alaska Sound Celebration presents the annual Fur Rondy Melodrama at the 49th State Brewing Heritage Theatre. Expect big laughs, bold characters and plenty of chances to cheer, boo and throw popcorn.

A family skate at Westchester Lagoon, including Skate with the Critters. Skate alongside mascots like Dash (Alaska 5-2-9), UAA's Spirit and Wiley. Sponsored by Alaska 5-2-9, the Alaska Zoo and Anchorage Parks & Rec. Free.

Presented by Matson, the Alaska State Snow Sculpture Championship turns giant 8-foot blocks of snow into works of art. Watch teams carve over several days, then stop by to view the finished sculptures. Cast your vote for People's Choice before the awards are announced. Free to view.

The Rondy Alaska Cornhole Championships at the Dimond Center (Suite #199). Singles play is 1 vs 1 and doubles is teams of 2. Bags on the board score 1 point and bags through the hole score 3; the first to 21 wins. Spectators are welcome.

Bowl on the ice at the New Peanut Farm Pond. Registration is in person on site.

Golden Wheel Amusements brings the Rondy Carnival to downtown Anchorage, featuring rides like the Century Wheel, the Zipper and the Gravitron. Special days include Opening Day, Military Appreciation Day and Rondy Kids Day. Entry to the grounds is open to the public; ride pricing is set by the carnival operator.

Show off your photography in the Fur Rondy Amateur Photo Contest, with entries exhibited at the Midtown Mall. Categories are Animals, Creative, Flowers, Fur Rondy, People, Scenic, Sports, Wildlife (wild animals only, no captivity) and Unclassified. Viewing the exhibit is free.

Shop handmade work from Alaska Native artisans, many of them Silver Hand artists, at the Dimond Center. Work includes basket weaving, dolls, beadwork and carving. Free to shoppers. (Vendors: tables and racks were $225 each in 2026, registered by email.)

Adult (A) and Youth (Y) teams face off outdoors at the Bonnie Cusack Memorial Outdoor Rinks, E 16th and Eagle. Spectators are welcome.

Preview the items, then bid at the State of Alaska Hide and Horn Auction during Fur Rondy. Free to attend.

Alaska Sound Celebration presents the annual Fur Rondy Melodrama at the 49th State Brewing Heritage Theatre. Expect big laughs, bold characters and plenty of chances to cheer, boo and throw popcorn.

Alaska Sound Celebration presents the annual Fur Rondy Melodrama at the 49th State Brewing Heritage Theatre. Expect big laughs, bold characters and plenty of chances to cheer, boo and throw popcorn.

Preview the items, then bid at the State of Alaska Hide and Horn Auction during Fur Rondy. Free to attend.