For everyone that wishes to enjoy a wide range of Community Events, Skagway has it all. Throughout the year our small community puts on a host of events with the help of many Skagwegians.

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March 2010

Southeast Alaska and Yukon Video Festival  March 12, 2010

The first annual Southeast Alaska and Yukon Winter Video Festival will be held in conjunction with this years Back Country Bash and Ball March 13th, 14th and 15th in Skagway. There will be a movie about backcountry skiing called "The Fine Line" on Friday night, March 12th from 4-7 pm.

Sgt Preston's Lodge is offering special prices for this event: $60 single and $70 double plus tax (no pets) this weekend only!

For details on the Festival talk to Buckwheat at (907) 983-2854 or John Briner at jgbriner@yahoo.com

Buckwheat Ski Classic  March 27, 2010

There will be 50K, 25K and 10K cross country ski races, as well as a 5K kids race. All races take place at Log Cabin on the South Klondike Highway, and there are pre-and post-race events in Skagway, Alaska, including a fabulous awards banquet and dance at the historic Eagles Hall.
The Buckwheat in 2005 was named one of the top 49 things to do in Alaska by the editors of Alaska magazine. The race is a fund-raiser for the Skagway Ski Club and traditionally hosts more than 200 participants from Alaska, the Yukon and elsewhere.

Registration forms may be dropped off at the Skagway and Whitehorse locations or mailed directly to Buckwheat Ski Classic, Box 636, Skagway, AK 99840. Early registration deadline is March 15. Registrations received after that date cost an additional $10.

June 2010

Annual Fran Delisle Cancer Awareness Walk - June 2010

Walk or sponsor a walker to walk from Dyea to Skagway on the road with friends and neighbors. Funds raised go to support local medical needs of community. The walk on Saturday is followed by a lunch at the Elks for participants. Sponsored by the Skagway Emblem Club #111 and the Eagles Auxiliary #25.

Annual Elks Summer Solstice Party - June 2010

This fun event happens at the ball fields across the river from town. Everyone is invited, food booths, beer garden and games. Contact: John O'Daniel (OD), P.O. Box 696, Skagway, AK 99840

July 2010

International Softball Tournament- July 3-5, 2010

Annual softball tournament with teams from Alaska and Canada competing. Three days of solid fun filled games. Contact:   Cindy O'Daniel, P. O. Box 630 , Skagway , AK   99840

Independence Day Parade and Street Fair - July 4, 2009

Our July 4th celebration has been history making since Soapy Smith rode at the head of our first parade in 1898. Fireworks on night of July 3rd, then an old fashioned family fun day with races, ontests, and events for all to enjoy. Events include Slow Bike race, Pie Eating contest, Horseshoe ournament, and Egg Toss.
Contact:   Skagway Chamber of Commerce, P. O. Box 194 , Skagway , AK   99840 (907) 983-1898

or email chamber@aptalaska.net

Pat Moore Memorial Game Fish Derby - July 16-19, 2010

 Skagway 's Pat Moore Memorial Game Fish Derby offers cash, prizes, and the excitement of

catching salmon in pristine waters surrounded by snow-capped mountains.

Cash & prizes!   Join us during this popular family oriented event, in search of the finest fish in northern waters. Fishing starts at 6 am at Small Boat Harbor at the Petro Marine Float. This 100% charitable event is sponsored by the Taiya Inlet Watershed Council.

Contact: Derby Chairman, Andrew Cremata, P.O. Box 1092 , Skagway , AK 99840 , (907) 973-2998.

August 2010

Flower and Garden Show - August 8-10, 2010

Skagway is by official state declaration the “Garden City of Alaska". This annual three day event at AB Hall showcases the variety, size and beauty of Skagway 's gardens and flower adorned businesses.

Contact: Eastern Star Chapter #9, P.O. Box 294, Skagway , AK 99840

September 2010

Klondike International Road Relay - September 10-11, 2010
The race starts Friday afternoon and continues all night along the road. This 110 mile relay race that egins in Skagway, Alaska ends in Whitehorse, Yukon Saturday afternoon. Teams of 10 members from all over the world compete in this event.
Contact:  Sport Yukon, 4061 - 4th Ave, Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada, Y1A 1H1, (867) 668-4236.

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December 2010

Yuletide & Santa Train - December 2010

Skagway's Yuletide activities in December include the White Pass Santa Train followed by the annual Yuletide Ball at the Recreation Center in the evening. Many additional activities and contests in town.

From dancing to shopping to just walking around an old gold rush town, Yuletide is a fun time for locals and visitors alike.

Call Katherine at the Skagway Recreation Center for details: 907 983-2679