Fairbanks

City Fairbanks, Alaska, United States
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What to expect

Fairbanks is a city in Alaska that offers a unique experience for visitors. The city has a program called the Citizen Engagement Academy, which allows citizens to learn about the city's government and how to get involved. The city also has a snow removal update to improve the downtown area. For those interested in nature, Fairbanks is a great place to see the Aurora Borealis, also known as the Northern Lights, and the Midnight Sun. The Aurora season typically runs from August 21 to April 21, while the Midnight Sun season is from April 22 to August 20. The city also has various parks and recreation activities, including a bicycle and pedestrian advisory committee and swim lessons for children

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5 Places to See the Northern Lights | Where to See the Northern Lights

5 Places to See the Northern Lights | Where to See the Northern Lights
This family's experience:

Activities: We went ice fishing and dog sledding while waiting for the Northern Lights to appear

Highlights: The kids loved the excitement of waiting for the colorful bands to appear in the sky ✨