The Downtown Anchorage Summer Solstice Festival is an annual event that takes place in June in Anchorage, Alaska. It is a celebration of the unique culture and beauty of Anchorage, and it brings together locals and visitors alike to explore the vibrant city. The festival features food, art, music, outdoor activities, and more for all ages.

Events and Activities

This festival offers something for everyone! There are plenty of events throughout downtown including live music performances on multiple stages located around town; art displays showcasing local talent; interactive experiences with different cultures; film screenings exploring stories from our state’s past; unique cultural exhibitions featuring traditional Alaskan crafts like wood carving or basket weaving; food vendors serving up delicious dishes made with locally sourced ingredients; pop-up shops full of handmade wares crafted by talented artisans; plus much more! For those looking for some physical activity during their stay at the festival can take part in one of many yoga classes held throughout town each day or join an organized 5K run/walk race through downtown streets before sunrise on Sunday morning.

Nearby Attractions

In addition to all that is offered within festival grounds itself there are tons of nearby attractions worth checking out too. Just steps away you can find yourself admiring breathtaking views atop Mount Alyeska at ski resort area after just a short gondola ride up mountain side – best enjoyed during golden hour when sun illuminates mountaintops with bright pink & orange hues! If that isn’t enough get your fill with some delicious seafood catches at one many waterfront restaurants dotting coastline along Turnagain Arm bay — be sure try halibut fish tacos served alongside freshly caught King crab legs smothered garlic butter sauce – yummmm!! After dinner take stroll along seawall boardwalk watch playful beluga whales splash around harbor waters below them – truly magical sight behold!