Carlson Center
Fairbanks, AK
2010 2nd Avenue 99701
VENUE GUIDE
Carlson Center
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Tickets & Events
Upcoming games, concerts, shows & live events
Before & After
Venue Details
Indoor • Fixed Roof
STAY NEAR THE ACTION
Stay Near Carlson Center
Make the event easier by staying close to Carlson Center and the surrounding Fairbanks area. Compare nearby options for the night before, the night of, or after your event.
Best Western Plus Pioneer Park Inn
0.2 mi from the venue • Google rating 3.9 (851 reviews)
Comfort Inn Fairbanks
0.4 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.3 (92 reviews)
Borealis Inn
0.5 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.3 (36 reviews)
Bridgewater Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
1.2 mi from the venue • Google rating 3.7 (534 reviews)
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VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About Carlson Center & the Area
Carlson Center is an event venue in Fairbanks, AK. Use this venue guide to plan where to stay, what to do before and after the event, and how the venue connects with the surrounding event destination.
BEFORE THE EVENT
Your Opening Act
Ideas near Carlson Center for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
Sourdough Dan's (Sourdough Thin Crust Pizza)
0.3 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (19 reviews)
Souvlaki
0.3 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Carlson Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (68 reviews)
Cheechacos tacos
0.3 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Carlson Center.
Google Maps rating: 5.0 (54 reviews)
Quality Sales Food Service
0.3 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (18 reviews)
Lin's Asian Bistro
0.4 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Carlson Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (301 reviews)
Subway
0.4 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Carlson Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (200 reviews)
Eye-Openers & Cocktails
The Boatel Bar
1.1 mi from the venue
Grab a drink before heading to Carlson Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (276 reviews)
RJ's Lounge
1.2 mi from the venue
A convenient drinks stop near the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (104 reviews)
Mecca Bar
1.3 mi from the venue
A convenient drinks stop near the venue.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (196 reviews)
Lavelle's Taphouse
1.4 mi from the venue
A convenient drinks stop near the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (463 reviews)
Tony's Sports Bar
1.4 mi from the venue
Start the event day with a nearby drinks stop.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (174 reviews)
The Spur
1.4 mi from the venue
Grab a drink before heading to Carlson Center.
Google Maps rating: 3.7 (194 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
Great Harvest Bread Co.
0.3 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (591 reviews)
Circle K
0.6 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (49 reviews)
Backwoods Coffee
0.8 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (27 reviews)
LUMI Coffee Bar
0.8 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (51 reviews)
Glacier Grind Coffee, LLC - Shoppers Forum Mall
0.8 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (191 reviews)
Summit Coffee Co.
1.1 mi from the venue
Coffee near Carlson Center for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (213 reviews)
Museums
Pioneer Museum
0.3 mi from the venue
A nearby daytime option before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (18 reviews)
Fairbanks Ice Museum
1.4 mi from the venue
A nearby daytime option before the event.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (928 reviews)
Attractions
Tanana Valley Railroad Museum
0.3 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Carlson Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (15 reviews)
Pioneer Park
0.4 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Carlson Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (2,226 reviews)
Arctic Sun VR
0.4 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (477 reviews)
Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum
1.1 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Carlson Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (1,496 reviews)
Aurora Park
1.1 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (14 reviews)
Fairbanks Children's Museum
1.3 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (351 reviews)
Shopping
Shopper's Forum
0.8 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 3.7 (190 reviews)
Washington Plaza
1.2 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (143 reviews)
Co Op Plaza Downtown, Fairbanks AK
1.3 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (139 reviews)
Gavora Mall
1.9 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Carlson Center.
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (234 reviews)
Bentley Mall
1.9 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 3.5 (1,189 reviews)
Eagle Plaza Mall
2.0 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (184 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near Carlson Center. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Restaurants
Lin's Asian Bistro
0.4 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (301 reviews)
Subway
0.4 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (200 reviews)
Asiana Restaurant
0.4 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Carlson Center.
Today: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (218 reviews)
Airport Way Restaurant
0.4 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (1,414 reviews)
Bars & Nightlife
The Boatel Bar
1.1 mi from the venue
A nearby post-event stop for drinks.
Today: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (276 reviews)
RJ's Lounge
1.2 mi from the venue
Drinks near Carlson Center after the show or game.
Today: 11:00 AM – 3:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (104 reviews)
Mecca Bar
1.3 mi from the venue
Drinks near Carlson Center after the show or game.
Today: 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (196 reviews)
Lavelle's Taphouse
1.4 mi from the venue
A nearby post-event stop for drinks.
Today: 1:00 – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (463 reviews)
Tony's Sports Bar
1.4 mi from the venue
Keep the night going after the event.
Today: 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (174 reviews)
The Spur
1.4 mi from the venue
A nearby post-event stop for drinks.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 3.7 (194 reviews)
Getting to Carlson Center
Parking
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Rideshare
Uber, Lyft and local taxi service are common transportation options for visitors to Carlson Center in Fairbanks, AK. Event-day pickup and drop-off restrictions may apply, so check your rideshare app for the current designated location and instructions.
Transit
Venue-specific public transit service to Carlson Center has not been verified. Major games and events may use special rail, bus, shuttle or traffic plans. Check the venue's official event guide and the local transit agency for current event-day service.
Valet
Not Verified
Parking & Event-Day Details
PARKING PRICES
Rates Can Change by Event
Carlson Center can have event-specific garage, lot and street-parking restrictions. Prepaid parking, ADA access and garage closing times may vary. Check the venue's official event information before arrival.
TAILGATING
Not Verified
Tailgating, grilling, alcohol and parking-lot gathering rules at Carlson Center have not been venue-verified. Policies can differ by team and event. Check the venue's official event-day rules before arrival.
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