Festivals
Bear Paw Festival
Eagle River's biggest summer party with parade, carnival, running of the bulls, and live music.
Eagle River's annual summer celebration featuring a parade, running of the bulls (people in bull costumes), carnival rides, live entertainment, food vendors, craft fair, and community events. One of the Mat-Su Valley's most popular summer festivals.
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