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AlaskaParent.com fall 2025 alaska parent 43music and traditional German tunes; local brews; authentic German eats (bratwurst, pretzels, schnitzel and more); familyfriendly fun and games. Raise your steins, dance a polka, and celebrate fall in true Alyeska fashion. 4-10 pm. For info, visit alyeskaresort.com.Sept. 19-21Cordova Fungus FestivalExplore the life-cycle of fungus, salmon and the forest through a weekend of events, including art and handcraft workshops, presentations, nature forays, kids%u2019 activities, and more. Various times and locations. For info, visit cordovafungusfest.com. Oct. 3-5Make It Alaskan FestivalShop over 150 booths featuring one-ofa-kind %u201cMade in Alaska%u201d products. Enjoy live music and entertainment. Familyfriendly days are Saturday and Sunday, and exhibitors will be offering something for everyone in the family. Special feature: Junior Creators (local artisans under 18 years old) will be on site with their crafts on Sunday. Free admission. Egan Civic & Convention Center. For info, visit makeitalaskanfestival.com. Oct. 4, 10, 11, 17, 18, 25Fall Family FunFor several days in October, enjoy reindeer viewing, wagon and pony rides, a pumpkin patch, hay bale maze, live music, and more. This is an outdoor event, so dress for the weather. Reindeer Farm, Palmer. $15 per person. Ages 2 and under, free. For times and tickets, visit reindeerfarm.com. Oct. 5Fall Wedding ShowPlanning a wedding in Alaska? Don%u2019t miss the Fall Wedding Show, an exciting afternoon featuring top wedding vendors, fashion shows, entertainment, door prizes, and more. Noon-5 pm, at the Alaska Airlines Center. Free. For info, visit alaskabride.com/wedding_show.Oct. 10-12Fairbanks Fiber FestivalJoin in for a free, family-friendly celebration of Alaskan fiber art. Meet local fiber artists, farmers and educators, stock up on fiber for winter projects, get a head start on holiday shopping, or learn a new skill. The weekend includes hands-on demos and kids%u2019 activities. Pioneer Park Civic Center, Fairbanks. Free. For info, visit fairbanksfiberfestival.com.Oct. 10-26On Stage: Radium GirlsIn 1926, radium was a miracle cure, Madame Curie an international celebrity, and luminous watches the latest rage%u2014until the girls who painted them began to fall ill with a mysterious disease. Inspired by a true story, Radium Girls traces the efforts of Grace Fryer, a dial painter, as she fights for her day in court. Valley Performing Arts Theatre, Wasilla. For info and showtimes, visit valleyperformingarts.org.Oct. 19Jams for Fams HalloweenCome dressed in your costume and enjoy an all-ages family dance party. DJs will mix everything from current hits to party classics to keep the dance floor popping. Door prizes and swag bags. Recommended for kids 10 and under, accompanied by an adult. Two sessions: 10 am-noon or 1 pm-3pm. $20 advance. Bear Tooth Theatrepub. For info, visit djspencerlee.com/jams-for-fams.Oct. 25Zoo BooThe Alaska Zoo hopes to see you at Zoo Boo to walk decorated trails in your costume with trick-or-treat stations along the way. For info, visit alaskazoo.org.Oct. 25-26Go Winter! ExpoThis Expo has something for everyone to enjoy: Snow machines, camping gear, health and fitness, tasty treats, travel ideas, shopping, great door prizes, and more. $5 (children 12 and under are free) and Sunday is free to military with ID or anyone who brings 2 cans of food for the Food Bank. Carlson Center, Fairbanks. For info, visit fairbanksevents.com/gowinterexpo.Oct. 31MalloweenTrick-or-Treat on Halloween in a fun, warm, safe environment for the whole family. All participating stores in Dimond Center will hand out candy. Participants are required to register for the event to receive their trick or treat bag. 5-7 pm, Dimond Center. For info, visit dimondcenter.com. Oct. 31Halloween at the MuseumCostumed kids are invited to see bones, bugs, bats, birds, and more from the museum%u2019s collections and to explore the galleries. Admission is free. Donations of canned food for the Fairbanks Community Food Bank are appreciated. 4-6 pm, University of Alaska Museum of the North. For all ages. For info, call 474-7505 or visit uaf.edu/museum. Nov. 7-8Alaskan Christmas BazaarStart your holiday shopping at this twoday event featuring 150 vendor booths with artists from around the state selling unique handmade items. Admission and parking are free. ChangePoint Alaska, Anchorage. For info, visit alaskanchristmasbazaar.com.Nov. 8-9Mat-Su Holiday MarketplaceFind unique and one-of-a-kind gifts at this one-stop holiday shopping extravaganza Oct. 25Trick or Treat StreetTrick or treat from business to business in downtown Anchorage in a safe and friendly environment. Food trucks, petting zoo, costume contest, pet costume contest, face painting, photo booth, games, hayrides and tons of family-friendly activities will be a part of this year%u2019s event. 12-4 pm. Downtown Anchorage. Free. For info, visit anchoragedowntown.org.Continued on page 44