Great Alaska Sportsman Show is back at Sullivan Arena March 6-8, 2026! After a five-year hiatus, Alaska’s premier outdoor event returns home with exhibitors, prizes, seminars, and the community connection we’ve all been missing.

2026 Great Alaska Sportsman Official Show Guide

Map and Exhibitors:

Here’s the full vendor list with booth numbers. This year’s show is packed with great exhibitors, so plan your route and don’t miss anyone.

• Afishunt Charters 616
• Alaska Audiology 507
• Alaska Boat Brokers 700
• Alaska Butcher Equipment & Supply 600
• Alaska Correctional Officers 802
• Alaska Department of Corrections 1003
• Alaska Department of Fish & Game 705
• Alaska Docks 810
• Alaska Flyfishers 712
• Alaska Food Company 906
• Alaska Frontier Fabrication 917
• Alaska Ground Screw 605
• Alaska Mining & Diving Supply 401, 400, 300
• Alaska Outdoor Council 314
• Alaska Premier Enduro LLC 606
• Alaska Sausage & Seafood 716
• Alaska Shrimp Pots 210
• Alaska Trappers Association SCC 310
• Alaska Vein Care 1312
• Alaska Wild Sheep Foundation 1204
• Alaskan Fishing Adventures 801
• Alaskan Soda Jerk 1005
• Allure Body Contouring 711

• Anchorage Yamaha Inc 1009, 1111
• Appanage Fishing 900
• Ashbreez Boatworks, LLC 814
• Aurora Charters 902
• Axil 804
• Bay Weld Boats OS2
• Big Dan’s LLC 1106
• Birchwood Recreation & Shooting Park 800
• Borealis Bullseye Shooting Club 1302
• Bottom Line Charters 1222
• Camper Valley RV OS1
• Casting Adventures, LLC 509
• Catchercraft 1210
• Cigma 515
• Copper Moon 204
• Cutco Cutlery 1100
• Denali Injury and Spine Center 220
• Denali Tactical Knives 916
• Dream Big African Safaris 905
• Everts Air Cargo 615
• Fish Alaska/Hunt Alaska magazines 809
• Fishe Wear & Women’s Flyfishing 714
• Frontier Auto & RV Center OS111
• Gamakatsu USA, Inc. 811
• GR8 Outdoors 1210
• Great Alaskan Holidays OS3
• Homer Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center TB18, TB6

• Honeybee Legacy Lures TB15
• Infinite Product Solutions 322
• Jason Lewis Creatives 907
• Kenai River Drifters Lodge 717
• Land’s End Resort 611
• LFS Marine & Outdoor 813
• Mad Hatter 614
• Mahay’s Jet Boat Adventures 617
• Maxxon 1210
• Microcom 904
• National Oceanic and Atmospheric Office
  of Law Enforcement 706
• North Paw Search and Recovery 212
• North Star Chiropractic Wellness 709
• Northern Light Armory 326
• Nutriom LLC/Crystal Freeze Dried 609
• Ocean Traps International 1102
• Osprey Scopes 901
• Peninsula Powersports OS4
• Pointblank Firearms and Self Defense
• Training 505
• Powered by Green Fuel 613
• Precision Health Alaska 812
• Pristine Ventures 908
• Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing 715
• Renewable Energy Systems 601

• Renewal by Anderson of Alaska 708
• River & Sea Marine 1104
•  Riverdance Gold Mining LLC 608
• RW’s Fishing 501
• Salish Boat Company 1202
• SalmonState 610
• Sea Tow Southcentral Alaska TB1
• Seldovia Chamber Of Commerce 803
• Seward Hospitality Group 1014
• Shagi’s Sauces 805
• Snow 49 OS10
• Star Glow USA 1004
• Stat of Alaska, DNR, Land Sales 913
• Strikeman 206
• Swoboda Charters 1001
• The Bigger Fish 1000
• The Pickle People 704
• Top Shelf Realty 607
• Total Truck Alaska 1226
• Trailside Discovery Camp 222
• Trout Unlimited Alaska 511
• Trust Land Office 713
• Turnagain Tree Care 214
• University of Alaska, Land Management 807
• Villa Del Palmar Loreto 202
• Visit Anchorage 503
• Wildtow 1016

Entry form will be live during the Sportsman Show.

Alaska outdoors fans have plenty to get excited about this year at the Great Alaska Sportsman Show. Thirteen amazing prizes, from guided fishing trips and premium gear to subscriptions and gift cards, are up for grabs from participating vendors. Stop by and enter through our hosted giveaway form for a chance to take your next adventure to the next level.

Friday March 6 at 11 AM through Sunday, March 8, 2026 at 3PM. Online entries only. No purchase necessary. Some prizes must be collected on Sunday March 8 at 4:30 PM. See official contest rules. When filling out your entry form be sure to select any prizes you wish to be eligible to win. If you are selected for a prize you wish to enter for you will receive that prize once eligibility is confirmed and be removed from the remainder of the drawing. If you are selected for a prize you do not wish to win you will be re entered into the drawing as we proceed down the list.

Seminars

The seminar lineup at the Great Alaska Sportsman Show runs Friday through Sunday and features practical, Alaska focused insight from experienced outdoors pros. It’s an easy way to pick up new skills and hear directly from people who spend real time in the field.

Friday March 6th

Saturday March 7th

Sunday March 8th

The seminar schedule is subject to change. Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy. Last-minute changes or additions are at the show office. Show admission refunds will not be granted due to a change in listing.

Featured Exhibitors

Alaska Motorsports & Equipment—Booth 300

Alaska Motorsports & Equipment (AME) has been serving Anchorage riders and outdoor enthusiasts for over 30 years with sales, parts, and service for motorcycles, ATVs, side-by-sides, snowmobiles, and tractors. Stop by their booth to check out CFMOTO off-road vehicles and see why they deliver premium features at unbeatable prices. Whether you’re gearing up for your next adventure or looking to upgrade your ride, their team has you covered.

Big Dan’s Fishing Charters and Lodge—Booth 1106

Big Dan’s offers fishing charters out of Seward and Homer, plus a Kenai River lodge and hunt transport services. Highly rated and known for their friendly crew, they’re bringing show-exclusive pricing you won’t want to miss. Book the boat for up to six anglers on a rockfish/salmon combo trip out of Seward for $1,800, or grab a halibut/king combo out of Homer for $2,100. Taxes and fees not included. Stop by Booth 1106 to book your trip and talk with the team about everything Big Dan’s has to offer.

Camper Valley RV—Booth RV OS1

Camper Valley RV has the best selection of new and used RVs in Alaska. As the exclusive authorized dealer for Outdoors RV in the state, they specialize in true four-season travel trailers, fifth wheels, and toy haulers built for Alaska conditions. Their no-pressure sales team has over 30 years of combined RV experience and is ready to help you find the perfect RV for your needs. Alaskan owned and operated by RV enthusiasts who know what it takes to camp and travel in the Last Frontier. Find Camper Valley RV outside at RV OS1 to explore your options.

Northern Lights Armory—Booth 326

Northern Lights Armory is Alaska’s premier Byrna dealer and a veteran-owned small business committed to enhancing personal security. They specialize in real-world self-defense products that help you stay safe wherever life in Alaska takes you. Protection isn’t about fear, it’s about confidence, preparedness, and peace of mind. Take 10% off all Byrna accessories at the show. Stop by Booth 326 to explore locally shipped, high-quality self-defense gear tailored to Alaska’s unique demands.

Ocean Traps International—Booth 1102

Ocean Traps International traps are made from strong polyethylene plastic to resist marine growth and stand up to the toughest working conditions. Affordable, practical, and built to last. Save $10 off durable, plastic crab and shrimp traps at the show. Regular price is $115 each, show price is $105. Stop by Booth 1102 to check out crab, lobster, and prawn traps that will hold up season after season.

Fishe Wear—Booth 714

FisheWear creates bold, functional, art-inspired fishing apparel designed specifically for women anglers. From performance fishing shirts and hoodies to hats and accessories, their gear is made for women who want to look good and fish hard. Born in Anchorage and now a nationwide brand, Fishe combines style and function for life on the water. Visit Booth 714 to see the full collection and save 15% on everything.

Sea Tow Southcentral Alaska—Booth 1103

Sea Tow provides on-water towing and assistance services across Southcentral Alaska with three locations serving boaters from Seward to Homer. Whether you need emergency towing, fuel delivery, or assistance with mechanical issues, Sea Tow memberships give you peace of mind on the water. Stop by Booth 1103 to save $20 on new or renewed memberships and learn about their coverage areas.

Women’s Flyfishing—Booth 714 (with Fishe Wear)

Women’s Flyfishing offers guided fly fishing trips and instructional courses across Alaska and beyond for women of all skill levels. The 2026 season includes trips to Mexico, Nome, Montana and lots more. They also offer a Beginning Fly Fishing School in Petersville and year-round classes in Anchorage covering Beginning Fly Fishing, Intermediate Fly Fishing, Spey Casting, and Fly Tying. Visit Booth 714 to book your next trip or sign up for a class.

Homer Chamber of Commerce—Booths 1101, 1105

Homer HarborFest & Boat Show on June 5-6, 2026, featuring a boat show, the Taste of Homer Chef Competition, live music, food trucks, craft brews, and local art along the Homer Harbor. Stop by Booths 1101 and 1105 to grab your raffle tickets and learn more about HarborFest.

Enter to win a 26’x8.5′ Bay Weld Cubby Cabin Monohull boat powered by twin Honda 150 motors, complete with electronics package, aluminum trailer, and loaded with extras. Raffle tickets are only $100.

Vendors’ Best Deals, Only at the Show

You’ll find tons of great deals throughout the Sullivan Arena during this year’s Great Alaska Sportsman Show. Vendors tend to pull out the big guns when it comes to pricing and specials. Here are some that may interest you.

• Afishunt Charters—Booth 616 Reduced pricing on charters.
• Alaska Butcher Supply—Booth 600 15% off show special.
• Alaska Container Homes—Booth OS10 Free Starlink hardware kit and a 12-month subscription included with all sales using code “GASS26”
• Alaska Copper Ammo Challenge—Booth 705 $40 rebate off each box of copper rifle ammunition purchased by hunter, up to 2 boxes ($80) per person.
• Alaska Food Company—Booth 906 Enter to win a Yeti cooler packed with Alaska Food Co. favorites. Visit their booth for free samples and unlock show-only specials for attendees.
• Alaska Mining & Diving Supply—Booths 400 and 401 The Sportsman Show always brings some of the best pricing of the year on Kingfisher boats, Can-Am Off-Road vehicles, Ski-Doo snow machines, Honda Marine and more. There’s a current Honda Marine promotion going on through the end of March where buyers choose from extra savings or additional warranty coverage. Talk to an AMDS sales associate at the show for details.
• Alaska Premier Enduro LLC—Booth 606 Day tours $485/rider. Exclusive tradeshow-only discount: 20% off any tour booked during the event.
• Appanage Fishing—Booth 900 Buy 4 products of a similar price, get a 5th item free of equal or lesser value. Juneau-based Appanage Fishing is the maker of Scent Striker lures, Skirted Vortaks trolling lures and DBS (Dinner Bell Smell) scent attractant.
• Big Dan’s Fishing Charters and Lodge—Booth 1106 Buy the Boat Special Seward or Homer. From Seward you can book the boat for up to 6 anglers for a rockfish/salmon combo trip for $1,800. From Homer book the boat for a halibut/king combo for $2,100 up to 6 anglers. Taxes and fees not included.
• Big Sky Charter and Fish Camp—Booth 913 30% off lodging, Alaskan resident special! Ask about additional discounts on fishing in May, June and September. They specialize in corporate events, large group events and family groups.
• Bottom Line Charters—Booth 1222 Take 10% off all charters booked during the show. Originates from Deep Creek.
• C&M Marine Inc.—Booth 100 $300 off normal prices.
• Casting Adventures LLC—Booth 509 Show special: $500 discount for June from the listed price for Naknek River Camp or Katmai Trophy Lodge. Show Drawing: 1st Prize TFO Axium 2-X 7wt 4pc 9′ Fly Rod with TFO NTR III Reel, 2nd Prize: Sling Pack for gear, 3rd Prize: Knots book by Lefty.
• Delta Waterfowl—Booth 224 Raising money for waterfowl conservation and they do the vendor-only raffle on the last day of the show.
• Everts Air Cargo—Booth 615 Enjoy 10% off shipping to their major hubs for any purchase at The Great Alaskan Sportsman Show 2026. (ANC > Aniak, Bethel, Dillingham, Fairbanks, King Salmon, Kotzebue, Nome, or Unalakleet)
• Fish Alaska/Hunt Alaska Magazines—Booth 809 2-year combo Fish Alaska/Hunt Alaska subscriptions for $75 (Regular $90) plus 2 free stickers. 5-year subscription to both magazines $165 (Regular $185) that gets you stickers, Ahi or Kodiak Custom Bottomfish jigs and an Otis gun cleaning kit too. Add a hoodie to any subscription order for an additional $55 (regular $65).
• Fishe Wear—Booth 714 15% off all Fishe Wear products.
• Great Alaskan Holidays—Booth OS3 Stop by their booth to see their event specials.
• Homer Chamber of Commerce—Booths 1101, 1105 This year’s Homer Chamber boat raffle will be a 26’x8.5′ Bay Weld Cubby Cabin Monohull boat, powered by twin Honda 150 motors, complete electronics package, aluminum trailer, and loaded with extras! Tickets are only $100.
• Land’s End Resort, Homer—Booth 611 Alaska Sportsman Show Getaway. Includes a one-night waterfront stay, two dinners, and two drinks at their on-site restaurant.
• LFS Marine & Outdoor—Booth 813 Stop by their booth to receive a voucher for $100 off your purchase of $1000 or more at their 2140 E. 63rd Ave. location in Anchorage.
• Mad Hatter Alaska—Booth 614 20 to 40% off all gear.
• Northern Lights Armory—Booth 326 10% off all Byrna accessories. Northern Lights Armory is Alaska’s premier Byrna dealer.
• Ocean Traps International—Booth 1102 Save $10 off durable, plastic crab and shrimp traps. The regular price is $115 each, offered for $105 at the show.
• Pristine Ventures—Booth 908 20% off all new rafts PR-49, Kork, Legend, Pioneer and Levitator models available.
• Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing—Booth 715 Free PHW stickers and flies. Find them next to Alaska Sausage and Seafood.
• Sea Tow Southcentral Alaska—Booth 1103 $20 off new and renewed Sea Tow memberships.
• Seward Hospitality Group—Booth 1014 20% off on selected spring trips. Use code: SPRING2026.
• Susitna Air Service—Booth 216 Stop by their booth for great deals.
• Total Truck Alaska—Booth 1226 20% off IKamper Skycamp tents.
• Trailside Discovery Camp—Booth 222 Enter to win a free week of camp and other discounted camp registrations.
• Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1685—Booth TBA5 Gun Raffle: BC-8 Army Sniper Rifle / Huntmaster .300 Winchester Magnum with right side charging handle, 24″ parkerized light weight barrel, 1:10 twist, rifle length gas system, 15″ MLOK with a 5 round magazine, BCA illuminated rifle scope.
• Villa del Palmar at the Islands of Loreto—Booth 202 5 Day / 4 Night, All Inclusive (all food and drinks included) stay for 2 adults for $999. Additional nights may be purchased at time of booking.
• Wild Tow—Booth 1016 Wild Tow will mainly focus on renting meat trailers, but at this show, they will offer a limited number of one-time purchases so interested buyers can own a trailer of their own at a discounted price.

The Great Alaska Sportsman Show 2026 concludes at 5 PM on Sunday. Thank you so much to all for attending and to our exhibitors who make this event possible. Follow us on social media to learn about next year’s event!

Article as seen in the February 2026 edition:

When I think about the Great Alaska Sportsman Show over the years, my memories blur together—familiar faces, friends, readers from around our state and beyond. It brings a smile to my face thinking back to those times. That was back when the Sullivan and Ben Boeke Arenas were packed shoulder to shoulder with Alaskans eager for the season to start.

The Great Alaska Sportsman Show played an integral role in our business success from the start. We couldn’t afford a booth when we didn’t even have our first issue printed. The kind folks at Alaska Sportfishing Association let us share theirs for a portion of proceeds. I’ll never forget their president Phil Cutler buying the very first Fish Alaska subscription at the show in Spring 2001. He continued subscribing until his passing, always kind-hearted and a staunch supporter.

The Glory Days

Everyone loved the Sportsman Show. Alaskans booked summer charters—Homer or Ninilchik halibut trips, Seward silvers, Kenai River adventures. Folks bought new rods and reels from retailers with the latest gear and best deals. They checked out the packraft of their backcountry dreams and renewed memberships to Safari Club, Wild Sheep Foundation, Alaska Sportfishing Association and our magazines. Outside the boats, trailers and motorhomes gleamed, drawing dreamers and serious buyers. Inside, attendees perused side-by-sides, ATVs, outboard motors, and packed seminars. I miss it.

Sully Down!

We haven’t been in the show in over five years. Before that, we were fixtures for 20 years—Marcus, George, our team, and me. We had booths at both arenas where many of you renewed subscriptions and grabbed show goodies.

In 2020, COVID forced cancellation. The Sullivan Arena—lovingly called The Sully—closed to the public, used instead as an emergency homeless shelter during and after COVID. News traveled of its disrepair.

The show had to find a new home for 2021. With limited large-event options in Anchorage, owners moved to the Dena’ina Center. Unfortunately, its downtown location, limited parking, lack of outdoor space, and smaller square footage didn’t work well. The show lost exhibitors, including us. Attendance dropped. It wasn’t the same.

The Sully is Rising

Anchorage’s Assembly must have realized what an important asset the Sullivan is. They ended the shelter services to restore it as an event venue, partnering with O’Malley—a local business excelling in sports-arena management—to restore it. They reopened newly renovated in October 2023 to return the Sullivan to its iconic status. This exciting rejuvenation is key to restoring another Alaska icon—The Great Alaska Sportsman Show—now set for The Sully this March.

Preview of Exhibitors Returning

Besides us, exhibitors who haven’t been around are coming back in 2026. Big Dan’s Fishing Charters and Lodge is returning, taking reservations for spring specials and remaining charter seats in Homer and Seward plus Soldotna lodging. Dan and Sarah Spies are pumped to debut their brand-new Big Dan’s Alaska Extreme Fishing Rods collaboration with Team Rainshadow. Batson Enterprises supplies all components for these custom halibut and jigging rods, assembled in Texas and distributed by Big Dan’s. They’re the same high-quality custom-designed rods they fish on all four boats.

Pristine Ventures’ Larry Bartlett is back. Avid backcountry hunters and fishers always drool over Larry’s PR-49 packrafts, plus Kork, Legend, Pioneer Xstream, and Levitator models—all Alaska-suited. Larry has introduced new products including a motor mount, bow bags, and the LB Flex Sled he designed; manufactured by Alaska Gear Company.

Another exciting return is River & Sea Marine and Motorsports, a top dealer for Willie Boats, Yamaha Outboards, Can-Am, Ski-Doo, Yamaha Motorsports, Klim and more. This foundational Soldotna business serves communities statewide and is looking forward to reconnecting with attendees of the show.

These are just a few. As word spreads about returning to the Sullivan, the industry should step up with more growth.

Prizes Galore

Something new: prize giveaways! Prizes from vendors include two chances at a charter with Big Dan’s Fishing Charters and Lodge. They’re giving away your choice of an early season Homer halibut charter or a Seward salmon/rockfish combo to two separate winners. There are chances to win subscriptions to both Fish Alaska and Hunt Alaska, and a lot more. The $13 entry is worth it just to see all these outdoor industry experts in one place. It’s extra valuable when you grab the exclusive event deals many vendors offer. Plus, you could win one of many rad prizes like the Husqvarna 570BTS backpack leaf blower generously donated by AME. Signage around the show will share how to register online to become eligible to win one of these amazing prizes.

Wall of Guns!

The Alaska Outdoor Council is bringing Alaska’s largest Wall of Guns to the show. For every 100 tickets sold, a new winner is drawn throughout the event. Winners can participate online and in person with over 70 firearms to choose from. Best part? All funds stay in Alaska—advocating for hunters, anglers, and public access rights. Raffles like this helped Alaska Outdoor Council raise over $200,000 for youth education in Alaska in 2025. Swing by for details and to check out the firearms.

Outstanding Seminars

The seminar schedule is still being finessed at press time. One new seminar: SalmonState presenting on the devastating effects of trawl fishing in Alaska. If you’re not fully engaged in this issue as an Alaskan, plan to attend. We’ll share more details as we get closer.

You might remember that for several years pre-COVID, we produced the Great Alaska Sportsman Show Official Show Guide within Fish Alaska’s pages. I’m excited to announce we’re back in action. This partnership lets us, as Alaska’s premier sportfishing and hunting media, share what’s happening at Anchorage’s biggest fishing and hunting event. It’s our job to know what’s happening in the industry, so connecting the two makes sense. Plus, it’s a nice bonus giving non-subscribers a free Fish Alaska copy at the door. Current subscribers, come see us—we have something special for you too!

There is more to come in new developments as we lead up to the 2026 event. We’ll share all we hear through our social media channels, website and email so be sure to connect how you like to best. The Great Alaska Sportsman Show has their Facebook and Instagram accounts to follow too. For more information, visit greatalaskasportsmanshow.com.

Built by Alaskans, Sustained by Community

The Future of the Great Alaska Sportsman Show? 
The truth is the future of our beloved Great Alaska Sportsman Show is entirely up to us—Alaska’s outdoorsmen and women. The show has all the foundation to grow back into what it once was and beyond. We can help the next generation of outdoor enthusiasts learn what it’s like to feel connected. Who are we as people? Are we superficial Instagram heroes who don’t want to be bothered with people? Hell no! We’re salt of the earth, soulful, Alaskans who thrive in relationships with our community—Marcus and I can’t wait to see you all there.

Melissa Norris

About the Author Melissa Norris

Melissa Norris is the founder and Publisher of Fish Alaska and Hunt Alaska magazines. She has over two decades of experience fishing all over Alaska, writing about her time in the field, testing gear, planning trips and cooking and harvesting wild Alaska seafood. In addition to writing tons of content for the magazine and our website, Melissa heads our digital platforms and leads the design team.

For Melissa Norris’s full bio, read more.