Bear Paw Festival

10/15/2026

Today is the final day to submit designs for consideration! Take a moment and come up with something great!

Woops, looks like something went a rye. We got some messages about people not being able to submit and sure enough there was a glitch in the metrics. It has been fixed and we are on our way. Remember you have until October 15th to submit your ideas.

https://form.jotform.com/262277368494067

09/23/2026

📣 WE’RE HIRING: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Are you someone with ideas, energy, and a passion for community? Someone who doesn’t just see what could be better—but is ready to roll up your sleeves and help make it happen?

The Chugiak-Eagle River Chamber of Commerce is looking for our next Executive Director.

For years, the Chamber has been committed to supporting local businesses, connecting our community, creating opportunities, and helping Chugiak-Eagle River thrive. We believe a strong business community helps create a strong community—and this position is the glue that helps bring it all together.

We’re looking for someone who is ready to bring ideas to the table, build relationships, champion local businesses, and help create the change we want to see in our community. This is an opportunity to be more than an administrator—you’ll be a connector, advocate, organizer, problem-solver, and community builder.

If you’re ready to help shape the future of the Chugiak-Eagle River business community, we want to hear from you!

📋 View the full job description:
https://canva.link/cer-executive-director-position

📩 Questions or applications:
Contact Board President Brendyn Shiflea at [email protected]

Come bring your ideas. Bring your energy. Bring your vision for what’s next.

Let’s build the future of Chugiak-Eagle River—together. ❤️🏔️

09/08/2026

Woops, looks like something went a rye. We got some messages about people not being able to submit and sure enough there was a glitch in the metrics. It has been fixed and we are on our way. Remember you have until October 15th to submit your ideas.

https://form.jotform.com/262277368494067

08/27/2026

🐻🎨 HAVE YOU HEARD?! THE BEAR PAW LOGO CONTEST IS ON! 🎨🐻

If you missed the announcement, now's your chance to get creative! The 2027 Bear Paw Festival Theme is:

⭐ ONE ALASKA. ONE FLAG. ONE BEAR PAW. ⭐

And we want to see YOUR vision for the 2027 Bear Paw logo!

🎨 The contest is OPEN TO ALL AGES!
If you're under 18, you'll need a parent or legal guardian signature to participate.

✨ A few things you need to know:

You are NOT limited to one design! Have several ideas? Submit them all!
Try different styles, concepts, and creative approaches.
AI-generated artwork will NOT be accepted in any capacity. We want to see your original creativity and artistic talent!
Full contest rules, requirements, and submission information can be found here:

👉 ENTER HERE: https://form.jotform.com/262277368494067

📅 Contest Deadline: October 15, 2026

🏆 The selected artwork will be announced December 4th at Winter Wonderland during Merry Merchant Munch!

So grab your pencils, paintbrushes, markers, or digital drawing tools and get inspired! Think about what One Alaska. One Flag. One Bear Paw. means to YOU.

We can't wait to see the incredible ideas our community comes up with!

🐻⭐ LET'S SEE YOUR BEAR PAW! ⭐🐻

08/17/2026

🥁 DRUM ROLL, PLEASE! 🥁

After nearly 100 of you cast your votes, we are thrilled to announce the official 2027 Bear Paw Festival Theme:

⭐ ONE ALASKA. ONE FLAG. ONE BEAR PAW. ⭐

And now… we’re kicking off what we know is going to be one of the BEST parts of the year! 🎨🐻

🎨 THE 2027 BEAR PAW LOGO CONTEST IS OFFICIALLY OPEN!

We want to see what YOU envision when you hear:

One Alaska. One Flag. One Bear Paw.

The contest is open to artists of ALL ages! Whether you're a professional artist, an aspiring designer, a creative kid, or just someone with a great idea—we want to see it!

👉 Contest details, rules, submission information, and entry form:
https://form.jotform.com/262277368494067

📅 Contest runs: August 17 – October 15, 2026
🏆 Winning artwork announced: December 4, 2026, during Winter Wonderland & Merry Merchant Munch

⚠️ If the artist is under 18, a parent or legal guardian must sign the required release.

Now it's time to get inspired! Think Alaska. Think our iconic flag. Think Bear Paw. Think about what One Alaska. One Flag. One Bear Paw. means to you.

We can't wait to see the creativity, imagination, and Alaska pride that comes pouring in. 💙💛

Sharpen those pencils. Fire up those tablets. Break out the paint. Let's see what you've got!

🐻⭐ LET THE LOGO CONTEST BEGIN! ⭐🐻

07/24/2026

⭐ HELP US CHOOSE THE 2027 BEAR PAW FESTIVAL THEME! ⭐

In 2027, the Alaska State Flag celebrates its 100th anniversary, and Bear Paw Festival wants to honor this incredible milestone in a big way!

Inspired by the eight stars of gold that have represented Alaska for a century, we've created a list of potential festival themes—and now it's your turn to decide.

🗳️ Cast your vote and help shape the 2027 Bear Paw Festival!

Every vote helps us celebrate Alaska's history, pride, and the community that makes Bear Paw so special.

👉 Vote here: https://form.jotform.com/262045730867057

📅 Voting closes August 14th, so don't wait!

A quick note about the artwork: The images shown with each theme were created using AI to help illustrate the concepts. They are intended only as visual representations of the theme ideas and are not the final festival logo or official artwork. Once the winning theme is selected, a final design will be professionally developed.

Thank you for helping us celebrate 100 years of Alaska's flag. We can't wait to reveal the winning theme!

💙💛

07/24/2026

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