Strike up a great time with friends and family when you play a few frames at Arctic Bowl. This well-regarded bowling venue is where Fairbanks goes to bowl, and it has also proven to be an excellent place for family fun and recreation, too. In addition to the many lanes and state-of-the-art scoring, there is a big arcade that the kids will love as well as a concession stand with a generous selection of tasty treats.
While visiting Alaska is a truly unmatched experience, hearing a perspective from one of the state's most highly regarded residents will shed a new light on various aspects of the area that you might have missed. Fortunately for tourists, that person is Mary Shields. The popular Alaskan Tails of the Trail with Mary Shields is an opportunity to share a personal home visit with this celebrated Alaskan musher and author. Her insights focus on her famous sled dogs, but Shields also is a splendid storyteller and her accounts of various events of Alaska's past are quite entertaining.
Freshly grown produce and delectable baked goods are just two of the many reasons to shop at the Tanana Valley Farmers Market. As anyone who has ever cooked a meal for their loved ones knows, there is something truly special about using the freshest ingredients for your culinary creations. You will find an impressive selection of some of the freshest produce at this inviting market that is open every Wednesday and Saturday between May and September. In addition to offering Alaskan-grown products, the market also features several arts and crafts.
The Howling Dog Saloon in Fairbanks is one of those nightlife places where comfort is the rule. This charmingly casual watering hole frequently features live music as well as an always enthusiastic crowd. There's also an excellent beer selection and an inviting menu of appetizers, sandwiches and more. Plus, you can also enjoy the big game on one of the many flat screen televisions that are placed throughout the bar.