39th Annual Midnight Sun Festival – Fairbanks
39th Annual Midnight Sun Festival – Fairbanks
When: June 21, 2020
Where: Downtown Fairbanks, AK
On the Summer Solstice, Alaska gets 22 hours of sunlight and the sun remains visible even after “sunset.” The streetlights don’t even come on!
The annual festival attracts more than 30,000 people to downtown Fairbanks. This is a large community event- the population of Fairbanks is 31,515! Join the celebration from noon to midnight with fun for the entire family, including live entertainment on four stages, hundreds of food and drink vendors, and activities across the downtown area.
Festival Highlights
- Over 22 hours of sunlight
- 40 Bands & Dance Troupes
- Hundreds of Food & Merchandise Vendors
- Information Booths
- Family & Kids Activities
Check the full schedule of activities and entertainment lineup on the website.
Plan Your Trip
Fairbanks, Alaska is one of the most northerly cities in the world and a must-visit city on your summer Alaskan adventure. Here are some family friendly recommendations from the travel desk at Check-it-Off Travel to consider while planning a trip to the festival.
Where to Eat
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