After one of the coldest winters in recorded history, Fairbanks, Alaska is preparing for one of sports’ most unique traditions: the Midnight Sun Game. Played annually since 1906 during the summer solstice, the game begins at 10 p.m. and requires no artificial lights thanks to 24 hours of daylight. This year, 3,000 fans are expected at Growden Memorial Park, continuing a 121-year streak that has become a bucket-list experience for baseball fans worldwide. Operated by the nonprofit Alaska Goldpanners, the event blends small-town charm with growing national attention, drawing media outlets like ESPN and the Los Angeles Times. Despite its global profile, the organization runs lean — supported largely by volunteers, local sponsors, and reinvestment into ballpark upgrades ranging from new turf to expanded fan amenities. 📲 LINK IN BIO TO READ MORE