# Thanksgiving Events & Things to Do in Fairbanks, AK 2026

- **Subtitle**: Celebrate Thanksgiving 2026 in Fairbanks, Alaska with festive dinners, family activities, parades, Turkey Trots, brunches, holiday markets, volunteer events, and seasonal celebrations. Discover the best Thanksgiving events and book your tickets online.
- **Category**: Thanksgiving
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Celebrate Thanksgiving [YEAR] in Fairbanks with festive dinners, brunches, buffets, Turkey Trots, parades, family-friendly activities, Friendsgiving parties, holiday markets, volunteer opportunities, food drives, cruises, and seasonal events. Whether you're planning a traditional Thanksgiving feast or looking for unique things to do, discover the best Thanksgiving events happening in Fairbanks.

## Thanksgiving Events in Fairbanks

- **Event Name**: The Big Eye Glow Up 1 year Celebration
  - **Description**: 🎉 ONE YEAR OF THE BIG EYE GLOW-UP! 🎉

Can you believe it’s already been a YEAR?! 💚🖤 And what a year it has been!

So much has changed at The Big Eye from the floors to the staff and just about everything in between. But more than anything, this past year
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  - **Date**: Fri Oct 16 2026 at 10:00 pm (-08:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/fairbanks/the-big-eye-glow-up-1-year-celebration/200030752496905
  - **Venue**: 122 N. Turner St., Fairbanks, AK
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, live-music, concerts, sports, calendar, thanksgiving
- **Event Name**: Friendsgiving Sugar Cookie Decorating Class @ Northern Made Co.
  - **Description**: The one where we decorate cookies!About this EventFriendsgiving Cookie Decorating Class with Catelyn's Confections! 🦃🍪☕Could this BE any more f
  - **Date**: Fri Nov 13 2026 at 06:00 pm – Fri Nov 13 2026 at 08:00 pm (-09:00)
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  - **Venue**: 505 Illinois St unit 4
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  - **Price**: USD 35 to 55
  - **Categories**: fitness, Workshops, Kids, Art, fine-arts

## Trending Events in Fairbanks

- **Event Name**: Tommy Emmanuel
  - **Venue**: Hering Auditorium
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- **Event Name**: Boston College Eagles at Alaska Fairbanks Nanooks Mens Hockey
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Carlson Center
🏠 Address: 2010 2nd Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701
🌆 City: Fairbanks
📍 Location: 64.8424, -147.764✨ Enter a world of endless possibilities at Boston College Eagles at Alaska Fairbanks Nanooks Mens Hockey, where every mo
  - **Venue**: Carlson Center
- **Event Name**: 2026 Go Winter! Expo
  - **Description**: The Go Winter! Expo, sponsored by Camper Valley RV, will take place October 24-25, 2026 at the Carlson Center. This annual event is all about embracing winter in Alaska.  Over 100 vendors will share information to help you stay healthy, safe, and enjoy th
  - **Venue**: Fairbanks North Star Borough Carlson Center
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- **Event Name**: Halloween Trick or Treat Town
  - **Description**: West Valley MCJROTC and Alaskaland Staff are proud to announce Halloween Trick or Treat Town 2026!

📅 Saturday, October 31, 2026
🕐 1:00 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Alaskaland
2300 Airport Way, Fairbanks, AK

Put on your favorite costume and join us for one of Fairbank
  - **Venue**: 2300 Airport Way, Fairbanks, AK, United States, Alaska 99701
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- **Event Name**: Spooky Trail
  - **Description**: Grab your favorite ghouls, goblins, and little monsters and come get your boo on at this year's Spooky Trails! 

Looking for a little fright without the full-on scare? Our Spooky Trail welcomes all ages for an evening of lite frights, trailside trick-or-t
  - **Venue**: Tanana Lakes Recreation Area
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- **Event Name**: Halloween Sugar Cookie Decorating Class @ Lat 65!
  - **Description**: A frightfully fun night of spooky cookies, festive brews, and Halloween magic!About this EventHalloween Sugar Cookie Decorating Class with Catelyn's Confections! 👻🎃🍪
  - **Venue**: Latitude 65 Brewing Company
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- **Event Name**: Filipino Cultural Celebration 2026
  - **Description**: Join us in Fairbanks for the 3rd Annual Filipino Cultural Celebration, a public community event celebrating Filipino culture, traditions, food, and the contributions of Filipinos in Alaska.

This family-friendly event brings together community members, or
  - **Venue**: Pioneer Park's Alaska Centennial Center
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- **Event Name**: 2026 Fairbanks Fiber Festival!
  - **Description**: Join us for the 11th annual Fairbanks Fiber Festival, a FREE family-friendly event celebrating all fiber arts including knitting, crocheting, spinning, weaving, quilting, embroidery, felting, sewing, basketry and more!

2026 FESTIVAL SCHEDULE:
• Friday, O
  - **Venue**: Fairbanks North Star Borough Pioneer Park
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- **Event Name**: Cozy Collective Artisan Market 2026
  - **Description**: ✨ Cozy Collective Artisan Market is back! ✨  

Join us for a cozy weekend of handmade goods, local makers, unique finds and all the things that make shopping small business' so special! 

We’re bringing together a thoughtfully curated lineup of artisans a
  - **Venue**: 1485 30th ave, Fairbanks, AK, United States, Alaska 99701
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Thanksgiving events in Fairbanks?
  - **A:** The Big Eye Glow Up 1 year Celebration (Fri Oct 16 2026 at 10:00 pm at 122 N. Turner St., Fairbanks, AK), Friendsgiving Sugar Cookie Decorating Class @ Northern Made Co. (Fri Nov 13 2026 at 06:00 pm at 505 Illinois St unit 4).
- **Q**: What Thanksgiving events are happening in Fairbanks in October 2026?
  - **A:** The Big Eye Glow Up 1 year Celebration (Fri Oct 16 2026 at 10:00 pm at 122 N. Turner St., Fairbanks, AK).
- **Q**: How can I find Thanksgiving events in Fairbanks?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Thanksgiving events in Fairbanks on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Thanksgiving events in Fairbanks?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Thanksgiving events in Fairbanks?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Thanksgiving events in Fairbanks include 122 N. Turner St., Fairbanks, AK, 505 Illinois St unit 4.
- **Q**: What is the price range for Thanksgiving events in Fairbanks?
  - **A:** Prices for Thanksgiving events in Fairbanks range from USD 35 to USD 55. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Thanksgiving events in Fairbanks?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Thanksgiving events in Fairbanks include The International Hotel and Bar, Catelyn’s Confections.
- **Q**: Are there any online Thanksgiving events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Thanksgiving events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Thanksgiving events in Fairbanks?
  - **A:** Follow the Thanksgiving category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Thanksgiving events are listed in Fairbanks.

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