Alaska State Fair

Welcome to the Alaska State Fair, a non-profit, 501(c)(3) corporation, home of an abundance of diverse vendors, food to please every palate, rides, concerts, acrobats, animals, exceptional educational exhibits, record-setting giant vegetables and beautiful flower gardens.

Nestled in the heart of the Chugach Mountains, in the fertile Matanuska-Susitna Valley, the fairgrounds are just an hour north of Anchorage. Each fall, the Fair provides the perfect setting for Alaska's last blast of summer, and is a showcase of Alaska's uniqueness and beauty.

We invite you to not only enjoy our annual event, but also take advantage of the year-round events and services the Alaska State Fair has to offer. We have a range of facilities available to rent throughout the year, and host diverse events including horse shows, car shows, meetings, fundraisers, auctions, memorials, banquets, proms, job fairs, picnics, retreats, encampment, health fairs, reunions, funerals, gun shows, bazaars, dog shows/competitions, holiday parties, weddings and receptions, rodeos, clinics/classes, barn dances, equine events and camps, concerts and trade shows. We also offer winter RV and boat storage. To learn more, please contact us!

Schedule of Events

ALASKA'S NEWS SOURCE CORRAL
5pm: Staff Goat Milking Competition, Which department will put the most milk in their team's bucket and claim the trophy this year?

ALYESKA PIPELINE COLONY STAGE
11:30am: Tim Hall, Smooth saxophone
12:30pm: Magic by Robbie, Amazing, amusing, astounding & confusing
1:30, 4, 6:30pm: Tanzanite African Acrobats, Jaw-dropping feats set to African beats. Presented by Aurora Integrated Oncology Foundation
2 & 4:30pm: Pipeline Vocal Project, A unique a cappella twist on well-known favorites
2:30pm: Ladies of the Pacific, Pacific Island cultural dances
3:30pm & 5pm: Mat Valley Dance Studio
5:30pm: Bethany & Ian, Rising pop stars
6pm: Benjamin Schwartz, Jammin' his original Blues songs and more!
7:30pm: Detour, An alternate route to swing & country

AROUND THE GROUNDS
Entertainment presented by Classic Toys
All Day: Washboard Willy, A feast of jazzy beats & improv comedy
All Day: Magic by Robbie, Amazing, amusing, astounding & confusing
All Day: Antwan Towner, Pop-up magic to surprise and delight – you might even become part of the show!

CIRQUE MA'CEO TENT
1:30, 3:30, 5:30pm: Cirque Ma'Ceo, An enchanting world of acrobatic feats, aerial dancing, and equestrian arts. Presented by Matanuska Valley Federal Credit Union

CRAIG TAYLOR FARM EXHIBITS
All Day: Juniper's Guinea Pig Village, See these cute critters enjoying their fun Fair habitat
All Day: Fair Feathered Friends, Watch baby chicks hatch! Presented by Raven Homeschool
All Day: GCI Petting Zoo, Grab your camera and make some memories with these adorable pint-sized critters. Presented by GCI
All Day: Sudsy's Barn, Hand-washing fun
12pm: FFA Agriculture Olympics, Come to the barn to compete against FFA students
2pm: FFA LDE Presentations, FFA students present speeches on agriculture topics
5pm: FFA Award Presentations, Honor FFA Students as they receive awards
9pm: Barn closes

DON SHELDON EVENTS CENTER
Presented by TOTE Alaska & Lynden Transport
All Day: Princess Diana Exhibition, A stunning visual journey through the life of a beloved Princess. Presented by TOTE Alaska

EVENTS TENT
11am: Embracing AK Disabilities Expo, Sensory friendly fun for everyone

FRANCE EQUESTRIAN CENTER
All Day: Hitchin Post Theatre, Come watch old western movies for free!
11am: Meet the 4-H horses, Learn about the stars of the 4-H program!
6pm: Arena Obstacle Course, Equestrians navigate a variety of creative obstacles!

GLOBAL CREDIT UNION BLUEBONNET STAGE
12:30, 3 & 5:30 | Paul Isaak, A roller coaster ride of comedy juggling
1pm: The 3 of Hearts, Music with heart
2pm: Junosmile, A unique twist on new classics & old favorites
3:30pm: Chris Murphy, Weaving a unique fabric of world music with violin and looper
4:30pm: Sourdough Sauce, Tasty pickin' smothered in rich harmony
6pm: Lulu Small, Alaska's First Lady of Entertainment

HOSKINS EXHIBITS
All Day: Art, Canning, Craft Beverages, and Photography
12pm: Hand Quilting, Fairgoers help to complete a quilt
3pm: Quilts of Valor Presentation, Come honor a hero!

IRWIN EXHIBITS
All Day: Creative Arts & Crafts, Ceramics & Pottery, Fiber & Fleece, Handwork & Needlework, Quilts, Sewing, and Woodworking.
Demonstrations all day!

MATANUSKA VALLEY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION KID ZONE
All Day: Brad's World Reptiles & Alaska Coral & Fish Glow Zone

MILKING PARLOR IN FARM EXHIBITS
5pm: Goat Milking Demo with Ali-K Packa

RED GATE LAWN
All Day: Tiny Town, Fun play area for our special fairgoers ages 6 and under. Presented by Mat-Su College

SBS WOODLOT
1, 3 & 6pm: Fred Scheer's Lumberjack Show. Presented by Spenard Builders Supply

SLUICEBOX
Entertainment presented by Frontiersman
2pm: Bandandy, Cool tunes played cooler… with glacier notes
3:30pm: Frank & Friends, A gathering across the miles
5:30pm: Barry Sless & Stephen Inglis, Slack, steel and song: Hawai'i meets Americana
7:30pm: Agents of Karma, Harmonic grooves & a sly sense of humor
9:30pm: Kin Faux, High-energy Texas red-dirt country

THE GATHERING PLACE
Noon & 3:30pm: Ladies of the Pacific, Pacific Island cultural dances
12:30pm: Chickaloonies, Live storytelling experience with Dimi Macheras & Casey Silver
2pm: Leilani Knight, Alaskan Aloha
4:30pm: Chickaloon Village Health Services
5pm: Chickaloon Village Native Youth Olympics
6pm: Moccasin Stompers, Classic country tunes

THE WATERING HOLE
2pm: Brothers of Tom, Remembering a legendary Alaskan musician
3pm: Meg & Her Married Men, Original tunes from her two albums
4pm: Junosmile, A unique twist on new classics & old favorites
5pm: Bandandy, Cool tunes played cooler… with glacier notes
6pm: Chris Murphy, Weaving a unique fabric of world music with violin and looper
7pm: Ken Peltier: Acoustic show with Frank Iarossi. Presented by Alaskan Brewing Co.

YELLOW TRAIL LAWN
3pm: Antique Tractor Pull & Display. Presented by Pioneer Equipment

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