BuyAlaska Program

06/02/2026

“Local places never have anything.”

Famous last words before the online order shows up late, wrong, and wildly disappointing. 😬

Good thing BuyAlaska makes it easy to find local businesses with products they actually love. Make sure you check out our directory today!

Shop local first. Future you will be grateful.

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05/16/2026

Farmer’s market season is officially entering the chat, and we are ready for fresh veggies, handmade goods, local treats, and running into everyone we know before 10 a.m.

Now we need to know: which Alaska market vendor are you most excited to see again this season?

Tag them in the comments so we can all collectively plan our snack, produce, flower, art, soap, jam, jewelry, coffee, and “I wasn’t going to buy anything but here we are” budgets accordingly.

Shop local first. Market season waits for no one.

05/14/2026

A little BuyAlaska throwback from the 90s, when the fonts were bold, the ads were iconic, and shopping local was still the assignment.

No Wi-Fi. No Instagram. No “add to cart.” Just Alaska businesses, community pride, and probably a fax machine working overtime.

The vibes have changed. The mission has not.

Shop local first. Buy Alaska.

05/14/2026

When it’s almost tourist season and your regulars have already added your shop to their family’s Alaska itinerary. 💃🕺

There is no hype team quite like a loyal local customer with relatives coming up from the Lower 48.

This summer, let’s make it easier for visitors to find the Alaska businesses locals already know and love. If you own an Alaska-based business, get listed in the BuyAlaska Business Directory so tourists, locals, cousins, aunties, and that one friend who “might move here someday” can find you first.

Your regulars are already doing the word-of-mouth work. BuyAlaska can help back them up.

📍 Get listed in the BuyAlaska Business Directory today!

05/11/2026

Pretty thrilled to be featured in an article this month! Check it out and learn how Alaska business owners are using technology for success!

05/10/2026

Mom gave you life. The least you can do is give her something local. 💐

This Mother’s Day, skip the last-minute mega-retailer panic spiral and shop Alaska-made instead. Flowers, candles, jewelry, coffee, treats, spa goodies, brunch, art, books, gift cards: Alaska businesses have you covered.

Shop local. Make Mom proud. Avoid the warehouse candle shame. Check out our directory at www.buyalaska.com for plenty of local options!

05/02/2026

May I buy that local? Why yes, yes you may. 💙

This month’s BuyAlaska challenge is simple: before you buy, ask yourself, “Can I get this from an Alaska-owned business?”

Coffee? Local. Gifts? Local. Lunch? Local. That oddly specific thing you suddenly need? Honestly, check local first. You may be surprised.

Your dollars can do big things when they stay close to home.

04/29/2026

Winter: “We need to talk.”
Alaska: “Fine, but we’re still shopping local.” 💅

04/29/2026

Hey Alaska! Check out this giveaway from Alaska Manufacturing Association!

🎁 Win a $600+ Box of Alaskan-Made/Designed Products!

Alaska makes more than people think.
So we brought it together in one place.

We’ve teamed up with 18 Alaska manufacturers to give away a box filled with products made right here: from food and outdoor gear to self-care and everyday essentials.

👉 Enter here: akmfg.org/giveaway
🗣️Know someone who would love this? Give this a share!

Enter to win by April 30, and the winner will be announced on May 1st!

04/27/2026

You: “I miss when this town had more local spots”
Also you: never shops at them

Wild.

Here’s a thought… shop local and you get:

• businesses that actually know your name
• money staying in Alaska (like, in your community)
• shops that sponsor your events, teams, and fundraisers
• a town with personality, not copy-paste chains

Turns out keeping local businesses alive is…participation-based.

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