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.
The Fairbanks Ice Dogs is a Tier II Junior A ice hockey team with the North American Hockey League's West Division. The sports team plays its home games in the 2,200-seat Big Dipper Ice Arena in Fairbanks. The team's main rival is the Wenatchee Wild.
Sure, it's cold in Fairbanks. But you will really need to bundle up when you take the Arctic Circle Driving Adventure, as it will get even colder on this fun and highly captivating excursion. This guided tour moves along the Dalton Highway into the Alaskan arctic on what is truly a comprehensive ground tour. See gold mines, sections of the pipeline, as well as the Arctic Circle Trading Post. When you see the tundra, you will get a real sense of how expansive Alaska's arctic regions actually are. When you are on your way back, you will see a scenic view of the Yukon River, the northland's most famous waterway. This tour is only available May through September and is not recommended for very young children.