The winner has the opportunity to star in some of the festivities that take place during Golden Days. Our Pedro look-alike leaves downtown Fairbanks with his poke and leads his mule down Cushman Street and across the bridge to Denali State Bank. Word on the streets is that there might be a robbery attempt along the way. Alaska Rugby Football tournament sponsored by the Sundawgs Rugby Football Club . One Fairbanks rugby team and four Anchorage teams will face off.
Admission is free and the public is welcome.
A special parade just for Fairbanks' young folks. Prizes are awarded in age categories and there will be special performances for the kids with games and refreshments after the awards ceremony. This event won't be complete without duct tape. Contestants construct floating vessels out of whatever they choose, as long as the list includes the Handyman's Helper. Vessels put in at the University Avenue boat launch and finish at Pike's Landing.