Fox Fest with Hope Social Club, Valley Below and Steve Brown and the Bailers

Join us in Hope for Fox Fest — an afternoon of live music inspired by the arctic fox legend of the northern lights. Three incredible bands will take the stage: Hope Social Club, Steve Brown and the Bailers, and Valley Below, filling the crisp air with music meant to bring out some aurora ✨

3PM to 5PM: Steve Brown and the Bailers deliver a foot-tapping, heart-grabbing mix of original Americana, alt-country, folk rock, and rockabilly, all with an unmistakable Alaska twist. For more than a decade, this Fairbanks-based band has been crafting a sound as varied and adventurous as the landscapes they call home—equal parts high-energy groove, lyrical storytelling, and raw, rootsy soul.

From intimate listening rooms to outdoor festivals, Steve Brown and the Bailers have built a loyal following across Alaska and beyond, sharing stages with touring acts while staying true to their small-town roots. Whether it’s a driving dance-floor…