Visit Dawson City

08/25/2026

"If you're smart and you have a good idea, and if you're motivated, the community will get behind you." - Jesse Cooke, The Klondike Experience 🏔️ Klondike Cornerstones Ep.2

Travelling from Ottawa to Whitehorse by Greyhound on his very first journey north, then needing to hitchhike to Dawson, Jesse Cooke thought, 'Why doesn't a person just start a little van service or something?' Years later, Klondike Experience offers not only rides but an authentic glimpse on what it means to love the place you live and to want to share it with whoever wants to jump in for the journey. 🚌

Explore Jesse's story with Klondike Cornerstones, a new podcast from Dawson City Chamber of Commerce. Discover first-hand about what it takes to run a successful small business in the Klondike by listening to the podcast that takes you behind-the-scenes of some of Dawson's iconic businesses and the people behind them.

🎙️ Listen to Episode 2 of Klondike Cornerstones and more of Jesse's story here (or wherever you find your podcasts): https://www.dawsonchamber.ca/klondike-cornerstones

Photography & Podcast Host: Melissa Naef

"If you're smart and you have a good idea, and if you're motivated, the community will get behind you."
- Jesse Cooke, The Klondike Experience

🎙: https://www.dawsonchamber.ca/klondike-experience

📷: Melissa Naef

08/24/2026

Flashback to 50 years ago in the Land of the Midnight Sun ✨ August always makes us feel nostalgic, so here are some gorgeous Dawson City shots taken in 1975 and 1978. Recognize any of these places or faces?

📷: David C. Banks

08/24/2026

It's starting! 🍂

Fall colour update August 21

08/20/2026

Did you know that all of Dawson City's sidewalks are paved with... wood? 🪵 One of the most memorable sounds you'll hear in the Klondike is the rhythm of your own boots knocking and scuffing against our Wild West walkways. Have you wandered down these boardwalks before?

🤠 Start planning your own historically-accurate gold rush stroll here: https://dawsoncity.ca/

08/14/2026

It's Discovery Days! ⛏️ When gold was found in Rabbit Creek (later renamed Bonanza Creek) on August 17th, 1896, the Yukon was forever changed.

This weekend, we remember the four figures who kickstarted the Klondike Gold Rush, inadvertently ushering a stampede of roughly 100,000 optimists toward what would become Dawson City; 30% of whom would complete the journey, 4% would actually find gold, only a few hundred would strike it rich, and even less would manage to leave the Klondike with their fortunes.

08/13/2026

Discovery Days celebrations start today! 🎈 Gold was found in Dawson City 130 years ago and if you're lucky enough to find yourself in the heart of the Klondike for the anniversary, be sure to check out some amazing community events!

With a parade, markets, concerts, activities, a horticultural exhibition, as well as golf, fastball, and poker tournaments, we're geared up for a real celebratory weekend ⚾🥕🚲⛳🎸

Get the schedule here: https://dawsoncity.ca/event/discovery-days/

08/11/2026

"If you have an idea and you believe in yourself, you should go for it" - Allyson Menzies, Dancing Moose Gifts 🌸 Klondike Cornerstones Ep.1

At just the age of 22, Allyson Menzies started her journey into small-business ownership on Dawson's Front Street with Dancing Moose Gifts. 10 years later, Allyson is still welcoming tourists and locals alike with her Yukon-forward mentality, drive for authentic souvenirs, and all the while keeping the Klondike in style. 🧢👗

Explore Allyson's story with Klondike Cornerstones, a new podcast from Dawson City Chamber of Commerce. Discover the story first-hand about what it takes to run a successful small business in the Klondike by listening to the podcast that takes you behind the scenes of some of Dawson's iconic businesses and the people behind them.

🎙️ Listen to Episode 1 of Klondike Cornerstones and more of Allyson's story here (or wherever you find your podcasts): https://www.dawsonchamber.ca/klondike-cornerstones

Photography & Podcast Host: Melissa Naef

"If you have an idea and you believe in yourself, you should go for it."
- Allyson Menzies, Dancing Moose Gifts

🎙: https://www.dawsonchamber.ca/dancing-moose-gifts

📷: Melissa Naef