Fossil Day: the Pleistocene "Ice Age!"

Fossil Day: the Pleistocene "Ice Age!" brings a fall festival to 4601 Campbell Airstrip Rd on Friday, October 16 from 12 PM to 3 PM. It falls in the run-up to Halloween. Plan a costume; it's that kind of night. Anchorage has 11 other Halloween events within three days of this one.

Date & Time

Friday, October 16 · 12 PM – 3 PM

UTC-08:00

Location

4601 Campbell Airstrip Rd, Anchorage, AK, United States, Alaska 99507 | Anchorage, AK

Fossil Day: the Pleistocene "Ice Age!"
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Know before you go

When
Friday, October 16, 2026, 12 PM to 3 PM (in the run-up to Halloween)
Where
4601 Campbell Airstrip Rd, Anchorage, AK, United States, Alaska 99507
Length
About 3 hours
Type
Fall Festival
Dress code
Costumes encouraged

Details

Celebrate Fossil Day at the Garden on Friday, October 17th! 🦴
Join paleontologists, educators, and students in fossil-related events and activities in the BOOtanical Garden. This year we’re highlighting the Pleistocene, also known as the Ice Age! Halloween costumes encouraged! 🎃
$8 per person, FREE for members & kids 6 and under (paid at entry).
National Fossil Day™ is an annual celebration held by the National Park Service to highlight the scientific and educational value of paleontology and the importance of preserving fossils for future generations 🌾

Event Location

4601 Campbell Airstrip Rd, Anchorage, AK, United States, Alaska 99507

Event Host

Alaska Botanical Garden Alaska Botanical Garden

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Questions?

When is Fossil Day: the Pleistocene "Ice Age!"?

It is on Friday, October 16, 2026, from 12 PM to 3 PM, in the run-up to Halloween.

Where is Fossil Day: the Pleistocene "Ice Age!"?

It takes place at 4601 Campbell Airstrip Rd, Anchorage, AK, United States, Alaska 99507.

Should I wear a costume to Fossil Day: the Pleistocene "Ice Age!"?

Yes, costumes are encouraged.

How long is Fossil Day: the Pleistocene "Ice Age!"?

It runs for about 3 hours, from 12 PM to 3 PM.

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