Alaska Ski For Women Celebrates 30th Anniversary

Annual fundraiser features costumes, community, and camaraderie on the slopes.

Feb. 1, 2026 at 10:47pm

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Hundreds of women and girls gathered at Kincaid Park in Anchorage, Alaska on Sunday to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Alaska Ski for Women event. The annual fundraiser supports the Nordic Skiing Association of Anchorage and local nonprofits working to end domestic violence.

Why it matters

The Alaska Ski for Women event has become a beloved tradition in the Anchorage community, bringing together women and girls of all ages to enjoy the outdoors, build camaraderie, and raise funds for important causes. As one of the longest-running women's ski events in the state, it highlights the growth of Nordic skiing and the power of community-driven initiatives.

The details

Participants skied the freshly groomed trails at Kincaid Park, many wearing creative costumes to match the event's festive theme. The event serves as a major fundraiser for the Nordic Skiing Association of Anchorage and local nonprofits focused on ending the cycle of domestic violence.

  • The Alaska Ski for Women event has been held annually since 1996.
  • This year's 30th anniversary celebration took place on Sunday, February 1, 2026.

The players

Nordic Skiing Association of Anchorage

The non-profit organization that hosts the annual Alaska Ski for Women event and promotes Nordic skiing in the Anchorage area.

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What’s next

The Nordic Skiing Association of Anchorage is already planning for next year's 31st annual Alaska Ski for Women event, which will take place in early February 2027.

The takeaway

The Alaska Ski for Women event has become a beloved tradition that brings the Anchorage community together through a shared love of the outdoors, costumes, and supporting important causes like ending domestic violence.