HOMER HALIBUT FESTIVAL JUNE 1-30, 2023 Homer is described as the Halibut Fishing Capital of the World. This is because the pristine fishing waters of Kachemak Bay and the Cook Inlet are prime fishing grounds for these prized fish. During the month of June, you can participate in the Halibut Derby and earn cash prizes for your catch. Mid-month, the Homer Halibut Festival features music, deckhand skill competitions, food vendors, and many other activities. FOURTH OF JULY PARADE JULY 4, 2023 Every year Homer hosts an incredible 4th of July Parade. This annual event takes place in Downtown Homer. A variety of local businesses, civic and nonprofit organizations, associations, and individuals of all ages can participate in the annual parade with prizes for winning entries. 4TH ANNUAL HOMER PEONY CELEBRATION JULY 7-30, 2023 Named the “City of Peonies,” Homer has 25 Peony farms growing these lush, fragrant flowers. Homer’s long summer days, along with cool soils and glacier breezes, provide the ideal growing conditions to produce larger and more vibrant flowers. Come see the blooms at their most glorious state in a beautiful seaside setting along with art exhibitions, great food, and celebrations of summer. ALASKA WORLD ARTS FESTIVAL SEPTEMBER 2-23, 2023 Cultivating global connections through the Arts, Alaska World Arts Festival is a 3-week convergence of artists and audiences featuring music, dance, theater, film, visual arts, storytelling, literature, and comedy. FALL FESTIVAL OCTOBER 29, 2023 Celebrate Fall with a community event filled with costume contests, a scarecrow decorating contest, a haunted house, delicious food trucks, prizes, and much more. PIONEER AVE HALLOWEEN TRICK OR TREAT OCTOBER 31, 2023 More than 45 stores along Pioneer Avenue work together to make Halloween special. Enjoy trick or treating, costume contests, and more! For more information on events in Homer visit HomerAlaska.org. plan here PLAN HERE ANNUAL EVENTS 13
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