Ready for the midnight sun in summer and epic winters? We never close down — no snow days here. Fairbanks has some of the most extreme weather in the world. The summers are warm, often reaching 90°F, with nearly 24 hours a day of sunlight in late June. The winters are cold with temperatures sometimes dipping down below -40°F.Visit the Alaska daylight calculator to get an idea of how much light to expect.

There are many different paths to Fairbanks — air, via the Fairbanks International Airport, by rail or by simply driving the Parks Highway. The 362 miles from Fairbanks to Anchorage is on the Parks highway, which also provides direct access to Denali. Denali, at elev. 20,310 feet, is visible from the highway (weather permitting). 

In the winter months, you’ll brave our miles of ski trails, hike or ice climb, snowboard at Moose Mountain or Ski Land. Fairbanks offers abundant opportunities for activity and recreation. Angel rocks, Chena Hot Springs, The UAF campus has two lakes and an outdoor ice climbing wall, as well as a major student recreation complex for indoor sports — there’s a reason Backpacker magazine named UAF the No. 1 outdoor college. If you’re looking for adventure, Fairbanks is the place for you.

Do you consider yourself daring or independent? Are you inspired to make a difference in your community, in our world? If so, you’ll fit right in here. Whether it’s making our own fun or checking out the vibrant arts scene, there is plenty to do in the golden heart city. In fact, sometimes it’s hard to choose between one of the many the local brew pubs or tap houses, curling or taking in a musical or theatrical performance. Fairbanks residents have their choice of dinner options, Food truck culture is alive and well and newcomers often remark on the high number of Thai eateries (15 at last count) and coffee stands (28 plus).