Tanana Valley State Fair 2026 kicks off in Fairbanks

This summer’s Tanana Valley State Fair opened its doors Friday in Fairbanks, under bright, sunny and warm conditions.
Published: Jul. 31, 2026 at 8:15 PM AKDT

FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTUU/KTVF) - This summer’s Tanana Valley State Fair opened its doors Friday in Fairbanks, under bright, sunny and warm conditions.

Hundreds of community members came out for opening day, with lines of varying length at different attractions, including rides, food trucks, games, merchandise, axe throwing and horse rides.

At different times throughout the day, live music was performed at stages set up around the fairgrounds, which will continue throughout the length of the fair.

The Tanana Valley State Fair is scheduled to continue through August 9.

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