Anchorage Fur Rendezvous (Fur Rondy) (Late February through early March (2026: February 26 – March 8)). North America's largest winter festival, founded in 1935 as a gathering for trappers and miners. Features over 50 events including sled dog races, snow sculpting, Running of the Reindeer, fireworks, and live music…
Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race — Ceremonial Start (First Saturday of March (2026: March 7)). Ceremonial start runs through downtown Anchorage at 4th and D Street beginning at 10 a.m.; 37 teams competed in the 54th running in 2026. The official competitive restart takes place the following day in Willow, ~80…