Events calendar.

• Author: Anderson, Tasha
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ALASKA-WIDE

14 Lemonade Day

Youth around Alaska practice skills they need to be successful in the future by participating in this nation-wide event. Young people participate in the day for free, opening their own lemonade stands. The youth keep all of the proceeds and are encouraged by the program to save a little, spend a little, and give a little to charity. For those out and about who happen to stop at a lemonade stand, take a moment to support the entrepreneurial youth of Alaska, alaska.lemonadeday.org

ANCHORACE

14 Alaska PrideFest

Enjoy various vendors and live entertainment while celebrating gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender pride in Anchorage. Delaney Park Strip between L Street and P Street, all day. alaskapride.org

21 Summer Solstice Festival and Hero Games

Join the Anchorage celebration of the longest day of the year in Town Square. Events include live music, chain saw artists, an art fair, jazz fest, and the Alaskan Kid's Zone featuring activities such as a kayak pool and giant sandbox. In addition, the Hero Games are a friendly competition between the fire department, law enforcement, and each branch of the military. Fourth Avenue and Town Square, Noon to 6 p.m. anchoragedowntown.org

21 Mayor's Midnight Sun Marathon & Half Marathon

This annual marathon draws nearly four thousand runners and walkers to the trails of Anchorage. The event also has a four-person marathon relay, half marathon, a four-miler, and a Youth Cup. New this year is the Buddy half marathon. Routes go throughout Anchorage, starting times vary, mayorsmarathon.com

28 Polynesian Culture Flag Day

This cultural awareness day celebrates Polynesian culture in Anchorage through Polynesian food, dances, singing, arts, crafts, and games, as well as honor family and loved ones who have served in the armed forces. Delaney Park Strip between 9th Avenue and 10th Avenue, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. polynesianassocofalaska.com

CHICKEN

13-14 Chickenstock Music Festival

The best place to be for those who love both music and chicken, this music festival has been an annual event since 2007. Chicken Gold Camp, various times, chickengold.com

FAIRBANKS

7 Fairbanks Summer Folk Fest

This annual festival takes place outdoors and features a wide variety of live music. Pioneer Park, various times.fairbanksfolkfest.org

22 Midnight Sun Festival

Celebrate summer under the midnight sun and enjoy food, vendors, and live entertainment and competitions. First, Second, and Third Avenues are closed...