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42 alaska parent fall 2025 AlaskaParent.comFALL 2025 CalendarOut & AboutAug. 23-30Moose Loop Trail ChallengeThis fun family-friendly event celebrates the world-class urban trails that loop around Anchorage, in the shape of a moose! All ages and abilities are invited to run, walk, bike or roll on the Moose Loop trails. Every dollar raised supports Anchorage parks and trails through the Anchorage Park Foundation. Registration: $35 for adults, kids under 18 are free. For info, visit anchorageparkfoundation.org/mooseloop-race.Aug. 29-31Kodiak Rodeo & State FairJoin in the fun Labor Day weekend for the annual Fair & Rodeo in Kodiak. This familyfriendly event features bull riding, kids%u2019 games, rodeo clowns, contests (pie eating, mullet hair, egg toss, and more), music and food. Gates open at noon. Rodeo at 3 pm both days. 10102 West Rezanof. For info, visit kodiakrodeostatefair.com.Sept. 5Diaper DashRun a 5k or bring the kids out for a free Kids Mile and help raise awareness for the Community Diaper Pantry, a program of Alaska Adoption Services that provides free diapers and wipes to families in need. Run the scenic Campbell Creek Trail with a start and finish at Tudor Elementary School. Free Kid%u2019s 1 Mile starts at 10 am (for 12 and younger); 5K starts at 10:30 am. For info and to register, visit communitydiaperpantry.org/events.Sept. 5, 12, 19, 26Little Explorers HikesJoin in for an hour(ish)-long hike on or near the Rodak trail at a toddler%u2019s pace! 11 am-12 pm. No registration necessary, just check in by 11 am. Recommended for children 7 and under, accompanied by an adult. Older siblings are welcome to join in. Free program; $5 parking for nonmembers. Eagle River Nature Center. For info, visit ernc.org.Sept. 7Trick or Treat in the HeatThis early Halloween celebration takes place in several neighborhoods and helps raise money for local charities. For most neighborhoods, an optional kickoff party will run from 4:30-5 pm, with doorto-door trick or treating from 5-7 pm. $15-$16 per wristband. For info and a list of participating neighborhoods, visit totith.org. Sept. 13, 20, 27Fall Harvest FestivalGrab your friends and family and head on out to the farm to help celebrate the harvest at Pyrah%u2019s Pioneer Peak Farm. Enjoy hayrides, a pumpkin patch, games and prizes, pedal tractors, face painting, barnyard animals, food trucks, a bonfire and much more. 12-6 pm. For info, visit pppfarm.net.Sept. 26-27Alyeska Oktoberfest 2025Break out your lederhosen and dirndl and join in for a festive weekend of alpine views and Bavarian delights, featuring: live Aug. 15-Sept. 1 Alaska State Fair A 14-day event packed with fun for the whole family, including carnival rides and games, livestock exhibits, lush flower gardens, record-setting giant vegetables, arts and crafts, and endless food and entertainment. Open 11 am-10 pm. (Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays.) Alaska State Fairgrounds, Palmer. For ticket prices and times, visit alaskastatefair.org. Sept. 6Big Bears Big Veggies 2025What happens to all the Alaska State Fair record-breaking pumpkins, giant cabbage, and impressive squash? Those giant veggies head south to attract a different crowd. The growers and the Alaska State Fair generously donate the vegetables to the animals of Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. Come to the sanctuary from 12-2 pm to watch the Brown Bears chow-down! (Can%u2019t attend in person? Watch via Facebook LIVE.) Visit alaskawildlife.org/event/bigbears-big-veggies-2025.