Photos: Anchorage celebrates nation’s 250th Independence Day
Crowds gathered despite damp weather to commemorate the Fourth of July with a parade on Ninth Avenue.
Photos: King salmon are starting to show up at Anchorage’s Ship Creek
The 33rd annual Slam’n Salm’n King Derby is underway.
Photos: UAA celebrates Class of 2026 at spring commencement
The university celebrated the accomplishments of 1,647 certificate, undergraduate and graduate students during Sunday’s ceremony.
Snow sculptures sparkle at Fur Rendezvous
The sculptures on are display through Sunday.
Photos: Alaska Ski for Women celebrates 30 years of costumes, camaraderie and community
Hundreds of women and girls skied at Kincaid Park on Sunday for the annual fundraiser.
Photos: Multiday snowstorm wallops Anchorage
The storm led to dicey conditions on roads and sidewalks, though some are finding ways to enjoy the fresh snow.
2025 in pictures, captured by ADN photographers
Protests and politics. Wilderness and wildlife. Historic disasters and everyday joys. In 2025, Anchorage Daily News photographers captured much of what makes Alaska unique.
Winter coats: Frost and fog cover Anchorage
Anchorage Daily News photographers capture city scenes brightened by frost as winter settles in.
Wildlife abounds as Denali National Park opens road to private vehicle traffic until Oct. 15
The Denali Park Road was packed with bears, moose, ptarmigan and curious guests on the first weekend.
Car buffs celebrate the classics at the Jay Ofsthun Memorial Show & Shine in Anchorage
Hundreds of vehicles were on display at the Delaney Park Strip.
Photos: 3 Barons Renaissance Fair features battles, peasant dancing and turkey legs
The festivities continue next weekend at Russian Jack Springs Park.
Photos: Dipnetting for hooligan at Twentymile River
Hooligan, also known as eulachon or candlefish, are returning to Southcentral Alaska rivers to spawn.
Photos: Graduates celebrate during UAA’s 2025 spring commencement
The Alaska Airlines Center was packed with family and friends as they celebrated over 500 students who crossed the stage, of the more than 950 students who graduated from a certificate, undergraduate or graduate program.
Photos: Characters, connections and an ectomobile at Arctic Comic Con 2025
The two-day convention in downtown Anchorage celebrates comics, science fiction, gaming, cosplay, art and pop culture.
Photos: Canine competitors shine at the Alaska Kennel Club dog show
The two-day event featured more than 100 breeds, from toy to Great Dane.
Photos: Alaska Ski for Women
29th annual event supports nonprofits working to end domestic violence in Alaska.
A tour through 2024 in ADN photos
Looking back on a year of change, tension, hope, triumph and everyday joys.
Photos: The ephemeral light around Anchorage winter solstice
The darkest days of winter in Alaska also feature wonderful light, both natural and human-made.
Photos: Santa skis and rides free at Alyeska
A sign of the season: the annual Santa Skis Free day at the resort.
Photos: Solstice Tree Tour at Kincaid Park
Photos: Veterans Day ceremony at Alaska National Guard armory
The ceremony was attended by decorated veterans who served as far back as World War II.
Photos: First big snows of the season for Anchorage
The National Weather Service measured a foot of fresh snow Tuesday morning at its Sand Lake offices and more on Halloween.