holidays

The Historic Anchorage Hotel will once again deliver a not-to-be-missed murder mystery dinner party on Oct. 26. The theme is “LIGHTS! CAMERA! MURDER!” It will surely bring some unforgettable fun, twists and terror. 

Memorial Day weekend is often seen as the official kick-off to warmer weather. However, it’s important to remember the sacrifices made by our military so that we may have the freedom to enjoy this and every other weekend.

Cinco De Mayo is around the corner, and that means taco specials that feature fresh Alaska halibut. Here are some not-to-be-missed restaurants, where you can find the best fish tacos in the Last Frontier.

Families can head to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center for the Easter Eggstravaganza on Sunday, April 21. Watch as bears, wolves, porcupines, lynxes, foxes and coyotes enjoy their Easter baskets.

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, but the Historic Anchorage Hotel is feeling the love all month long. Whether you’re looking for a romantic staycation with that special someone or a “Galentine’s Day” getaway, let this charming hotel be your home away from home.

Show your love for zoo residents this year with the Valentines for the Animals event at The Alaska Zoo.

Share the love with these office Valentine’s Day ideas. From office decorating tips to Valentine’s Day-themed cookies, it’s easy to celebrate.

New Year’s Eve caps off the holiday season with a bang. It’s a time to reflect, to look forward and to let loose with the people you love. Unlike Fourth of July, for New Year’s Eve, it’s plenty dark enough to enjoy a proper fireworks show, so don’t let the opportunity go to waste. Here are a few of the best, sparkliest New Year’s Eve celebrations across the 49th state:

Chase the winter blues away and get festive in Southeast Alaska. Here are a few activities sure to make your spirits bright:

The holiday season’s here, and there are tons of apps for your smartphone to get you in the holiday spirit. From shopping to travel to fun, here are some of my favorite apps this season:

It’s time to get in the holiday spirit! Start the music and come one, come all to Creamer’s Field Farmhouse Visitor Center in Fairbanks. Try your hand at making holiday ornaments with natural materials. It’s a holiday outing that’s fun for the whole family. Drop in between noon and 4 p.m. on Saturdays in December.

Spread cheer by sending holiday cards to friends and loved ones this year. Dec. 9 is Christmas Card Day, and Alaska is the perfect location for your winter landscape family photo or a Made in Alaska card.

Find some holiday cheer in Juneau this winter with these events:

Shopping for the holidays can become stressful when choosing what to give to your loved ones. Fairbanks is making it easy to find the best gifts this year by offering numerous holiday bazaars and festivals leading up to Christmas.

The holiday season is just around the corner, and before you know it 2019 will be here. November is notoriously the time of year when the holiday stress starts to hit, both at home and at work. Here are some tips to conquer that pile of responsibilities during the busiest time of year:

Show extra holiday spirit and give back while you’re giving this season:

There’s no shortage of design inspiration each holiday. From the homes on St. Charles to the Instagram posts, it’s easy to feel both excited and overwhelmed. Here are some decorating tips that strike a balance between festive and frugal:

A good #AlaskaProblem to have at summer’s end is wondering what to do with a freezer full of salmon. This National Seafood Month, try a recipe from chef Travis Haugen of Southside Bistro:

Life’s sweet when there’s a whole month dedicated to celebrating dessert. That’s right, October is National Dessert Month.

Sometimes we need inspiration to get into the Halloween spirit. Bring out your spooky side at events and haunted places in Alaska:

Crunchy, creamy, chocolaty, nougaty or even sour – what’s your favorite Halloween candy? We want to know.

Halloween is almost here. The Alaska Zoo is inviting ghosts and ghouls of all ages to a family-friendly night of trick-or-treating. The frightfully fun Zoo Boo in Anchorage will feature live Halloween entertainment, bonfires, trick-or-treat stations and more.

Celebrate the start of fall with The Arc of Anchorage’s Trunk-or-Treat event Sept. 29. The inclusive, family-friendly event features safe, pedestrian-only trunk-or-treating before the cold weather arrives.

Did you know September is National Chicken Month? We’ll take any excuse to celebrate local food with these can’t-miss chicken dishes from the Last Frontier:

Shiver me timbers. Sept. 19 marks International Talk Like A Pirate Day, and Alaska has a storied pirate history.

Ready to get away with your sweetheart for Valentine’s Day? Here are three sweet escapes in-state:

At T&C, we have many holiday traditions that fill us with the spirit of the season. From tacky sweater photo shoots to potluck lunches, we have fun while we work this time of year. A favorite activity is supporting the local Salvation Army.

Looking for a beautiful and authentic holiday gift? The Alaska Native Holiday Bazaar is an annual event held at the Alaska Native Heritage Center. It features more than 60 artist vendors from around the state who offer jewelry, ornaments, carvings, baskets and more.

Family time around the holidays is a must, and one way to enjoy each other’s company is an outing to select your Christmas tree. While some visit a tree lot, others head to the backcountry.

Reduce your stress on Thanksgiving by letting someone else do the cooking this year. Reserve your Thanksgiving meal now, and the rest is gravy!