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THE POLAR BEAR JUMP - JANUARY

Daring individuals dressed in costume brave the frigid waters of Resurrection Bay and jump into the small boat harbor. Whether breaking through the icy crust on their way in to the water or rushing to their blankets on the way out, their smiles can't be beat - it is for a good cause, after all. The crowd gets involved, too, cheering on their favorites. Sponsors are acquired by the jumpers to raise money for the Alaska Division of the American Cancer Society. More info ...

MILITARY APPRECIATION "WEEK" - MAY

Seward is home to the only military recreation camps in the state of Alaska and our patriotic spirit runs deep. From Armed Services Day through Memorial Day, Seward businesses come together to offer special activities, events, and discounts to our fellow citizens in uniform. We honor you with a special picnic kickoff, a combat fishing tournament, and a special sightseeing cruise into Resurrection Bay. It's the least we can do to say "thank you". For a list of activities and discounts, click here.

HARBOR Opening Weekend - MAY

Get ready for the summer season with a family friendly weekend on the third weekend in May, The weekend features special events including the Parade of Boats, Boat Decorating Contest, Yacht Club Open House & Breakfast, Sidewalk Sales, and Prize Drawings around town. Get your event schedule here.

Halibut Tournament - JUNE

The Seward Halibut Tournament tradition draws anglers to the waters beyond Resurrection Bay vying for that "big fish". Plan your fishing trip during the month of June to get in on the action. More info...

July 4th & mt. marathon race - july

On the Fourth of July each year, the population of Seward swells from around 2,500 to over 30,000. Main Street is completely blocked off to traffic and the streets fill with people. More info ...

According to folklore, the tradition of the Mt. Marathon Race began when two sourdoughs argued about the possibility of climbing and descending the mountain in less than an hour. "Impossible" one said. To settle the argument, and the resulting wager, a race was held, with the loser to furnish drinks for the crowd. More info ...

SEWARD SILVER SALMON DERBY - AUGUST

The annual Seward Silver Salmon Derby draws anglers from around the world who try their luck at catching silver salmon and winning prizes totaling over $100,000. More info ...

THE HOLIDAY TRAIN - DECEMBER

The annual Holiday Train excursion leaves Anchorage at 7:00 a.m., and provides stunning Kenai Peninsula winter scenery that can't be seen from the highway. Take in Seward's Old Fashioned Christmas festival, and return to Anchorage at 9:30 p.m. More info ...