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Category: Local Events

Why Homer, Alaska Should be your Travel Destination for Summer

By Julianne Turner on Feb. 06, 2023

Homer, Alaska is a small city located on the southern coast of the Kenai Peninsula, and it is a truly unique and beautiful destination for any traveler. The city is surrounded by stunning natural…

1st Place: Weston Marley, 27.38 pounds, $38,323 earnings, with $46,296 in Team Side Tourneys

Gear Up for the Winter King Tournament

By Julianne Turner on Jan. 30, 2023

Homer Alaska's Winter King Tournament: A Celebration of the Mighty Chinook Salmon There's nothing quite like the thrill of catching a Winter King Chinook salmon, and in Homer, Alaska, we take that…

Snow capped mountains with baby bears crawling out of tents stretching

Annual Homer, Alaska Winter Carnival and Parade

By Julianne Turner on Jan. 23, 2023

The Winter Carnival and Parade is a magical celebration that is just around the corner! As the snowflakes start to fall and the chill of winter sets in, join us in the streets of our city as we come…

2022 Small Business Saturday. Show Love, Shop Local. Homer, Alaska.

Shop Local Participating Businesses

By Julianne Turner on Nov. 09, 2022

Are you as excited as we are for our Shop Local event on Saturday November 26?? We have simplified the coupon experience by making a Coupon Book for you to have that will be perforated so you are not…