2026 Girdwood Forest Fair
Date & Time
Fri, 03 Jul, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sun, 05 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 pm
UTC-08:00Location
Girdwood Forest Fair | Girdwood, AK
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🌲🎶 Welcome to the 51st Annual Girdwood Forest Fair! 🎨🍔🍻Get ready for one of Alaska’s most beloved summer traditions! Nestled in the beautiful mountain town of Girdwood just 36 miles south of Anchorage, the Girdwood Forest Fair is a FREE, family-friendly celebration packed with art, music, food, and community spirit.
For over 50 years, the Forest Fair has brought together locals and visitors for an unforgettable weekend full of:
✨ Incredible Alaskan artists & handcrafted goods
🎵 Live music & entertainment from across Alaska
🌮 Delicious food vendors & sweet treats
🍺 Beer garden & wine garden fun
🌲 Good vibes, mountain views, and nonstop people watching
📅 2026 Event Schedule
Friday, July 3 • 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday, July 4 • Parade at 10:00 AM (starting at the Daylodge)
Saturday, July 4 • Fair Hours 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday, July 5 • 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
📍 The fairgrounds are located at Mile 2.2 on Alyeska Highway in the community park area.
🚐 Parking is limited, so carpooling is highly encouraged! Better yet — hop on the popular $5 shuttle bus from Anchorage and leave the driving to someone else: girdwoodforestfair.com
💚 Did you know?
The Girdwood Forest Fair is 100% volunteer-run, and ALL proceeds go directly back to local nonprofits and community organizations. Every T-shirt purchased, every beverage enjoyed, and every dollar spent helps support amazing causes throughout the area.
🎽 Be sure to grab your limited-edition Girdwood Forest Fair shirt — “The Cover Charge That Covers Your Back!”
Best of all?
There’s no admission fee… just good people, great music, amazing food, and a whole lot of Alaska magic.
Find music schedules, parking info, merchandise, shuttle tickets, and more at: girdwoodforestfair.com
Event Location
Girdwood Forest Fair, 216 Girdwood Pl, Girdwood, AK 99587, United StatesEvent Host
Girdwood Forest Fair
