Event Dates
From: Sunday, June 22, 2025
To: Sunday, June 22, 2025
Anchorage Summer
Solstice Festival 2025
On the longest day of the year – summer solstice – Anchorage, Alaska, gets 22 hours of functional daylight.
Anchorage Summer Solstice Festival 2025
During the Anchorage Summer Solstice Festival locals and visitors gather for big celebrations, classic events, and a huge dose of outdoor fun on the days surrounding solstice. From hiking and biking to concerts and festivals timed to take full advantage of all the rays, summer is in full swing under the midnight sun. More than 30,000 people pack downtown for twelve hours of fun up until the midnight sun!
- Stay at the Hotel Captain Cook, rated “Superb” by guests with spacious rooms, a modern gym and delicious breakfast options with a great location for exploring the best of Anchorage.
Downtown Days
- Next Edition: Sunday 22nd June, 2025
- Downtown turns into one big celebration with Anchorage Downtown Partnership’s Summer Solstice festivities.
- This year, events are spread out across Town Square Park, Peratrovich Park, and E and G streets to ensure everyone can enjoy with plenty of elbow room. Artists, musicians, and other performers transform the city into a party.
- Featuring a fantastic mix of family-friendly activities, live music and dance performances, two beer gardens, and plenty of food trucks. Plus, explore over 60 local vendors.
The Path to Fun
- Out on Anchorage’s trail system, one of Alaska’s most popular running races hits full stride. The Anchorage Mayor’s Marathon & Half Marathon puts runners on some of Anchorage’s best trails.
- With a five-miler, half marathon, marathon and marathon relay, the race has great views. Runners often spot moose or other Alaska wildlife along the course.
- Solstice fun on the trails isn’t limited to the fleet footed; Flattop Mountain is great for hikers of all abilities. Stunning views of the city and surrounding mountain ranges make the hike popular all summer, but solstice is a special time on Flattop. Many hikers hold informal parties at the summit or even set up overnight camp.
- Hotels in Anchorage in the downtown area tend have poor guest ratings. We recommend you stay a little outside the downtown district for better options. The Aloft Hotel is 2km from the centre with a beautiful pool, spacious rooms and superb service.
Celebrating Culture
- Many other groups choose solstice weekend for their events as well; so don’t be surprised if you find yourself in the middle of a cookout or swept up in the excitement of a parade. This year solstice coincides with Juneteenth celebrations in the community and Anchorage Pride Week.
The Annual Hero Games
- Service members from Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson competed against other teams in trials of strength, agility and precision while crowds of community members, families and friends watched and cheer them on. Who doesn’t love a man in uniform!
Recommended hotels in Anchorage
Here are the Hotels we recommend that keep you close to all the action:
Sheraton Hotel & Spa, Marriott Downtown, Four Points by Sheraton, Comfort Inn Ship Creek
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820 West 7th Avenue, Anchorage, Alaska 99501
All guest rooms at the Marriott Anchorage Downtown feature air conditioning and private bathrooms. Every room also features over-sized picture windows, offering views of Anchorage and the Chugach Mountains. It features an indoor swimming pool
401 East 6th Avenue, Anchorage, Alaska 99501
A 42-inch flat-screen cable TV is featured in all smoke-free over-sized guest rooms at Sheraton Anchorage Hotel & Spa. A refrigerator and coffee-making facilities are included. A comfortable desk and a fax/copier/printer are provided. Pet-friendly rooms are available.
325 West 8th Avenue, Anchorage, Alaska 99501
Four Points by Sheraton Anchorage Downtown is located in the heart of downtown Anchorage This hotel offers a wide range of amenities, including free WiFi Internet access. All two-room suites are furnished and feature sofa sleepers and coffee makers.
W Ship Creek Ave, Anchorage, Alaska 99501
Guest rooms at Comfort Inn Ship Creek include in-room movies, games & coffee maker. Select rooms include relaxing spa baths and kitchenettes. Free weekday newspapers are available to guests. The hotel also features an indoor heated pool and an exercise room
Anchorage, Alaska 99501
Rustic Anchorage Hideaway Minutes from Trails provides beachfront accommodations with free WiFi. The apartment features 1 bedroom, a kitchen with a dishwasher, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom
Anchorage, Alaska 99501
The holiday home has 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a dishwasher, a microwave, a washing machine, a fridge and an oven. Towels and bed linen are offered. Free WiFi
1400 K Street, Anchorage, Alaska 99501
The property was built in 1971 and has air-conditioned accommodations with a balcony. This apartment has 3 bedrooms, a kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 2 bathrooms
Anchorage, Alaska 99501
The holiday home features 3 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 4 bathrooms with a bath or shower. A balcony and free WiFi.
708 East 4th Avenue, Anchorage, Alaska 99501
The Raven has been Anchorage's neighborhood gay bar since 1982!
Offering a large outdoor patio, pool, jukebox, darts, pinball, and lots of friendly locals
530 East 5th Avenue, Anchorage, Alaska 99501
Mad Myrna’s is your premier LGBTQ+ nightclub and entertainment venue in Anchorage, Alaska!
With a full service bar, restaurant, dance floor and a variety of live drag and stage shows
626 D Street, Anchorage, Alaska 99501
Mixed gay friendly
Alaska's original martini bar; a local hide out behind the hedges. Come Sip a martini, grab some food and beer on the Patio DJs & bands get the crowds dancing at this hot spot
Recommended Hotels in Anchorage
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Hotel Captain Cook
4 Star, Good Rooms
- 4 Star, Luxury with Athletic Club
- A short taxi ride to the gay bars
- Spacious Rooms, Flat-Screen TVs
- Experience luxury & convenience in Anchorage’s premier hotel with exceptional dining & shopping options.
Sheraton Hotel
4 Star – Central
- 4 Star, Central, Pet-Friendly
- A short walk to the gay bars
- Over-Sized Rooms
- Ideal for travelers seeking central location & modern comfort with easy access to Anchorage’s attractions.
Marriott Anchorage
4 Star, Location
- 4 Star, Chugach Mountain Views
- A short walk to the gay bars
- Air-Conditioned Rooms
- Perfect for enjoying downtown Anchorage with stunning mountain vistas & indoor swimming pool luxury.
Comfort Inn
2 Star Good Value
- 2 Star, Great Value, Indoor Pool
- Close to the gay district
- Movies, Games, Coffee Makers
- Best for budget-conscious travelers looking for comfort near Anchorage’s main attractions & activities.
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