Bobber Ornament Craft Night
2025-12-09 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Legacy of the Lakes Museum, 205 3rd Ave W, Alexandria, 56308, United States
Join us in the BoatHouse (205 3rd Ave W | Alexandria, MN) on Tuesday, December 9th from 7:00-8:30 pm as we take ordinary fishing bobbers and transform them into fun and creative holiday ornaments!

No matter your skill level, this crafty night out is a good time for all. Choose just one ornament to focus on or make all three styles! All supplies are provided, you just bring your creativity.
Class is $5 for non-museum members and $3 for members. Advanced registration is not required, but we do ask that you sign up early so we can plan for supplies. You can sign up by clicking here.

A Christmas Story
2025-12-11 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-12 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-13 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-14 12:00 - 14:00 | Andria Theatre, 618 Broadway St, Alexandria, MN, United States
Get in the holiday spirit with a live performance of A Christmas Story at the Andria Theatre!

Humorist Jean Shepherd’s memoir of growing up in the Midwest in the 1940s follows 9-year-old Ralphie Parker in his quest to get a genuine Red Ryder BB gun under the tree for Christmas. Ralphie pleads his case before his mother, his teacher and even Santa Claus himself at Higbee’s Department Store with the consistent response of: “You’ll shoot your eye out!”
All the elements from the beloved motion picture are here, including the family’s temperamental exploding furnace; Scut Farkas, the school bully; the boys’ experiment with a wet tongue on a cold lamppost; the Little Orphan Annie decoder pin; Ralphie’s father winning a lamp shaped like a woman’s leg in a net stocking; Ralphie’s fantasy scenarios and more. A Christmas Story is destined to become a theatrical holiday perennial.

Tonic Sol-Fa -- The Final Holiday Tour
2025-12-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Performing Arts Center :: AAHS, 4300 Pioneer Rd SE, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Join in for a special and memorable evening as Tonic Sol-Fa brings their “Wrap It Up – The Final Holiday Tour” to Alexandria for one night only.
Celebrated for their powerful a cappella harmonies and heartfelt holiday performances, this show promises to close their tour with grace, energy, and festive spirit. The evening features a lively opening act—Shaun Johnson & the Big Band Experience—adding a fresh twist with jazz-infused, swing-style flair.

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2025 Jingle & Mingle
2025-12-13 11:00 - 19:00 | Holiday Inn, 5637 MN-29, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Join us for the 2025 Holiday Jingle & Mingle—a fun, festive, and free-to-attend holiday celebration!
Enjoy free food including pizza and snacks, play bingo for prizes, and enter door prize drawings throughout the day (must be present to win).
Get into the holiday spirit with a performance by the AAHS Carolers at 2:00 PM and participate in a Sock and Mitten Exchange—please bring your items wrapped. If possible, we also encourage attendees to bring a non-perishable food item to support the local food shelf.
Bring your friends and family and celebrate the season with community fun, music, and holiday cheer. See you there!

Lakes Area Theatre Presents: A Very Die Hard Christmas
2025-12-19 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-20 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Carlos Creek Winery, 6693 County Road 34 NW, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Get ready for nonstop laughs, holiday action, and classic movie moments at Lakes Area Theatre’s next show: A Very Die Hard Christmas!

This high-energy performance is a hilarious retelling of the iconic Christmas movie Die Hard, packed with over-the-top action, outrageous characters, and all your favorite one-liners. Expect bad guys armed with water pistols and Nerf guns, John McClane racing to save the day, and plenty of unforgettable “Yippee-ki-yay” spirit.
Whether you’re a longtime Die Hard fan or love unique holiday events in Alexandria, MN, this show is the perfect way to celebrate the season. Come enjoy a festive night of comedy, cheering, and pure entertainment. (Yes—there’s some language. Have you seen the movie?)
🎭 Show Dates & Times | Live at Carlos Creek Winery

Friday, December 19 at 7:00 PM

Saturday, December 20 at 2:00 PM

Saturday, December 20 at 7:00 PM

🎟 Tickets
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Holiday Bingo - FREE - Family Friendly
2025-12-21 15:00 - 17:00 | Ollie Birch Boutique and Lounge, 518 Broadway St, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Enjoy a game of free holiday bingo at Ollie Birch Boutique and Lounge!
Play multiple rounds of Bingo—prizes include Legos and Squishmallows!
Dress in your most colorful holiday attire for extra fun and photo ops!
Food and drinks will be available for purchase, including our Holiday drinks, signature dirty sodas, popping boba, and tasty snacks.
Cost: FREE – This family-friendly bingo event is open to all ages—no registration needed, just show up ready to play and shout BINGO!
Bring your friends and family for a sweet and festive twist on bingo.

NYE Improv Show at The Andria Theatre
2025-12-31 19:00 - 20:00 | Andria Theatre, 618 Broadway St, Alexandria, MN, United States
Join us at the Andria Theatre on December 31st @7pm to finish the year with some laughs!
The Andria Theatre’s Quad Squad Improv team will host an hour-long improv show that will include a variety of improv games that will be fun for the whole family!
Purchase $15 general admission tickets at andriatheatre.org, 320-762-8300, or in the Box Office

Beyond the Backdoor: From Garden to Homestead
2026-01-17 08:15 - 12:30 | First Lutheran Church, 1655 18th Avenue E South McKay Alexandria, MN 56308, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Grow your gardening skills this season at Beyond the Backdoor: From Garden to Homestead, hosted by the Douglas County Master Gardeners in Alexandria, MN. This half-day gardening workshop is perfect for anyone looking to elevate their vegetable garden and live a more sustainable lifestyle.

Enjoy expert presentations from local gardening enthusiasts Dave Vaske, Robin Trott, Arthur Pattengale, and Minnesota’s own author and blogger Meg Cowden. Learn practical, hands-on techniques you can apply right in your own backyard!
Topics include:

How to start your own seeds

Tips for maximizing garden yields

Building and maintaining a successful compost pile

Extending your growing season in Minnesota’s climate

You’ll also have a chance to explore local vendors, see live demonstrations, ask questions, and start planning for your next great gardening season. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced gardener, this Alexandria event is a must-attend for anyone passionate about homegrown goodness.

Galentine's Paint Party
2026-01-25 14:00 - 16:00 | The Edge Co., 624 Broadway St, Alexandria, Minnesota, 56308
Galentine’s Paint Party at The Edge Co. with The Pallet District | Alexandria, MN
Unwind and get creative at The Edge Co. in downtown Alexandria, Minnesota with the Cherries & Bow Paint & Sip event — the perfect Sunday afternoon activity for friends or solo adventurers. Enjoy a relaxing, screen-free creative reset as you follow step-by-step painting guidance to create a chic and playful cherry + bow artwork.
No prior experience is needed — this beginner-friendly, low-pressure painting workshop is designed for anyone looking to paint, sip coffee, wine, or beer, and enjoy a cozy, aesthetic atmosphere. Bring your bestie or come solo, sip your favorite beverage, listen to good music, and end your weekend on a fun and creative note.
All painting supplies and aprons are provided, and food and beverages are available for purchase throughout the session.
Reserve your spot here.

The Hunchback of Notre Dame
2026-02-05 19:00 - 21:30, 2026-02-06 19:00 - 21:30, 2026-02-07 19:00 - 21:30, 2026-02-08 14:00 - 16:30, 2026-02-12 19:00 - 21:30, 2026-02-13 19:00 - 21:30, 2026-02-14 19:00 - 21:30, 2026-02-15 14:00 - 16:30 | Andria Theatre, 618 Broadway St, Alexandria, MN, United States
Based on the Victor Hugo novel and songs from the Disney animated feature, The Hunchback of Notre Dame showcases the film’s Academy Award-nominated score, new songs by Menken and Schwartz, and verbatim passages from Hugo’s gothic novel.
The musical begins as the bells of Notre Dame sound through the famed cathedral in fifteenth-century Paris. Quasimodo, the deformed bellringer, observes all of Paris reveling in the Feast of Fools. Held captive by his devious caretaker, the archdeacon Dom Claude Frollo, he escapes for the day and joins the crowd, only to be treated cruelly by all but the beautiful Romani woman, Esmeralda. Quasimodo isn’t the only one captivated by her free spirit, though – the handsome Captain Phoebus and Frollo are equally enthralled. As the three vie for her attention, Frollo embarks on a mission to destroy the Roma – and it’s up to Quasimodo to save them all.
February 5-7 & 12-14 @7pm, 8 & 15 @2pm at the Andria Theatre
Get Tickets HERE.

2nd Annual Beat the Winter Blues & Jazz Festival
2026-02-06 - 2026-02-08 | Gathered Oaks, 4550 County Hwy 34 NW, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
The 2nd Annual Beat the Winter Blues & Jazz Festival returns with three days with amazing musicians, winter warmth, and soulful connection.

Beat the Winter Blues & Jazz Festival
📍 Alexandria, MN | February 6–8, 2026

2 Venues:
Gathered Oaks (Friday & Saturday) + The Grand Hall at Carlos Creek (Sunday)
The 2nd Annual Beat the Winter Blues & Jazz Festival returns with three days of live music, winter warmth, and soulful connection. Think:

Jazz, blues, gospel & soul
Cozy indoor rooms + outdoor fire pits
Outdoor ice bar by Lake Charlie
Food vendors, drinks, and spaces to linger

This isn’t a rush-through-your-weekend festival.
It’s winter, done intentionally.
🎶 Festival Schedule
Friday | February 6 – Gathered Oaks
5:00 Indoor & Outdoor Spaces Activated. Ice bar, fire pits, food and drinks available for purchase
5:45 Seating | Music 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
6:30 Kevin Burt
8:00 Danielle Nicole Acoustic Duo
Saturday | February 7 – Gathered Oaks
3:30 Indoor & Outdoor Spaces Activated. Ice bar, fire pits, food and drinks available for purchase
3:45 Seating | Music 4:30 PM – 9:30 PM
4:30 One Trick Pony
6:30 Dinner available for purchase – Caterer TBA
7:00 Michael Ward-Bergeman
8:15 Southside Aces
Sunday | February 8 – The Grand Hall at Carlos Creek
🎤 Gospel Roots Blues Brunch with Joyann Parker
Buffet brunch featuring pastries, egg bake, muffins, and fresh fruit
Brunch seating: 10:30 AM
General seating: 11:00 AM
Music: 11:30 AM–1:30 PM Joyann Parker Duo
✨ Back by popular demand, Joyann Parker returns for her Gospel Roots Blues Brunch – an uplifting, soulful close to the weekend. This year we’re adding a full brunch option at Carlos Creek Winery.
Tickets
🔥 EARLY BIRD Full Weekend Pass** – $100 (Save 10% + premium seating closest to the stage) This is the best deal. Ends Friday, Jan 9, 2026 at noon.
🎟 Full Weekend Pass – $100 (save 10%. Purchase by Jan 23.)
Day Passes:

Friday – $40 until Jan 23. $45 after Jan 23.
Saturday – $45 until Jan 23. $50 after Jan 23.
Sunday – $25 until Jan 23. $30 after Jan 23.
Add on: Sunday Buffet Brunch – $21.65 (+tax and service fees)

✨Join us for year two.✨
More music. More warmth. More reasons to embrace winter in Alexandria, MN.

Paint Your Bestie
2026-02-14 14:00 - 16:00 | Brews on 82 Bar and Grill, 20811 County Rd 82 NW, Evansville, Minnesota, 56326
Paint Your Bestie at Brew on 82 | Valentine’s Day Event in Alexandria, MN
Paint Your Bestie is a hilarious and unforgettable Valentine’s Day event in Alexandria, Minnesota, happening at Brew on 82 on Saturday, February 14, 2026, from 2:00–4:00 PM. This creative paint night is perfect for couples, friends, and families looking for a fun afternoon activity in Alexandria, MN.
Bring your partner, best friend, or family member and create playful portraits of each other—no painting experience required. The guided session offers just enough instruction to spark creativity (and plenty of laughs), followed by a grand reveal moment that’s guaranteed to create lasting memories.
Why You’ll Love This Valentine’s Day Paint Night

🎨 Guided paint experience (beginner-friendly)

💕 Designed for couples, besties, and family pairs

😂 Lighthearted, social, and laughter-filled atmosphere

🍽️ Food and drinks available during the event

💌 Optional Valentine’s multi-course dinner available after painting

Make It a Full Valentine’s Day Experience
After the paint session, guests are welcome to stay for an optional Valentine’s multi-course dinner at Brew on 82 (not included with event admission). Reservations are recommended—contact Brew on 82 directly to reserve a table following the event.
Event Details

Event: Paint Your Bestie

Date: Saturday, February 14, 2026

Time: 2:00–4:00 PM

Location: Brew on 82, 20811 County Rd 82 NW, Evansville, MN, United States, Minnesota

Tickets: Sold in pairs

Experience Level: No prior painting experience needed

This fun and unique Valentine’s Day activity in Alexandria, MN is a perfect way to celebrate love, friendship, and creativity. Tickets are limited and sold in pairs—don’t miss this wildly fun afternoon event.
Happy Valentine’s Day in Alexandria! 💕🎨

Tragic Passions - Central Lakes Symphony Orchestra Concert
2026-02-15 14:00 - 17:00 | Performing Arts Center :: AAHS, 4300 Pioneer Rd SE, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
“Tragic Passions” is a dramatic orchestral concert exploring love, obsession, and fate through two romantic masterpieces.
Tchaikovsky’s Romeo and Juliet Fantasy Overture opens the program with sweeping melodies and emotional intensity, capturing the doomed passion of Shakespeare’s iconic lovers. Berlioz’s Symphonie Fantastique follows, a groundbreaking work that plunges into the mind of a lovesick artist, driven to madness by unrequited love. With vivid orchestration and haunting themes, both works delve into the darker side of romance, culminating in a powerful, emotionally charged experience. “Tragic Passions” invites listeners to journey through the ecstasy and anguish of love’s most intense expressions.
Pytor I. Tchaikovsky…………………Romeo and Juliet Overture
Hector Berlioz…………………………Symphonie Fantastique

Vinyl Record Paint Party at 22 Northmen Brewing
2026-02-21 14:00 - 16:00 | 22 Northmen Brewing Company, 6693 County Rd 34 NW, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Unleash your creativity at a Vinyl Record Paint Party!
Join Palette District at 22 Northmen Brewing Co. in Alexandria, MN on Saturday, February 21 for a fun, artsy afternoon. Transform old vinyl records into colorful, unique works of art—no experience needed! Just bring your imagination and a smile.
Paint, brushes, and good vibes are provided. You’ll get to socialize, laugh, and make something amazing. It’s the perfect way to spend a Saturday, try a new hobby, or just enjoy a creative escape.
Food and drinks are available for purchase from 22 Northmen Brewing, making this event both fun and delicious.
Get Tickets Here

Make Your Mark
2026-03-21 - 2026-03-22 | The Dashery, 517 Broadway Street, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Make Your Mark! Leanne Larson of Cane Toad Studios will be painting an interactive mural within The Dashery!

Shoppers spending $100+ will be able to “leave their mark” on the mural with guidance from Leanne as they help paint the mural. We welcome you into the store to shop and witness Leanne’s stunning work.
Leanne will be painting on Saturday, March 21st during store hours (11am – 5pm) and Sunday, March 22nd (11am – 3pm)

Paint & Sip with the Palette District
2026-04-26 13:00 - 15:30 | 22 Northmen Brewing Company, 6693 County Rd 34 NW, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Get ready for another fun paint & sip with the Palette District on Sunday, April 26 at Carlos Creek (held inside the 22 Northmen Brewing taproom).

Get ready to shake off winter blues and soak up all the fresh vibes of spring with us!

Welcome Spring
Join us at 22 Northmen Brewing Company for a chill afternoon celebrating the season! We’ll kick things off on April 26, 2026 at 1:00 PM (Central Time). Come hang out, enjoy great brews, and WELCOME spring while making these cute welsome signs!
There will be plenty of styles and colors to make it your own!
Don’t miss out on a fun, relaxed day with friends old and new. See you there!

38th Annual Alexandria Spring Arts, Crafts, and Gift Show
2026-05-02 09:00 - 15:00 | PrimeWest Health RCC, 802 3rd Ave W, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Come shop at the 38th Annual Alexandria Spring Craft, Arts, and Gift Show.
This long-running event brings together a wide variety of vendors offering handmade goods, boutique items, home décor, gifts, and more.
Spend the day browsing unique finds, discovering local businesses, and enjoying a fun spring outing with friends or family. Vendor sneak peeks will be shared leading up to the event so you can get a preview of what to expect.
Lunch will be available for purchase on-site, making it easy to stay and shop awhile.
FREE ADMISSION.

Alexandria Farmers Market
2026-05-09 09:00 - 12:00 | Big Ole Central Park, 200 Broadway St, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Alexandria Farmers Market | Fresh, Local, Seasonal

Experience the best of the season at the Alexandria Farmers Market, where local growers and makers bring fresh, high-quality products straight to the heart of downtown Alexandria. Held at Big Ole Park, this market is your go-to destination for farm-fresh produce, locally raised meats, and handcrafted goods.
Shop a full lineup of locally grown fruits and vegetables, including beans, beets, broccoli, cabbage, carrots, cucumbers, fresh herbs, lettuce, onions, peas, peppers, potatoes, pumpkins, raspberries, squash, strawberries, sweet corn, and tomatoes. You’ll also find beautiful cut flowers, along with locally sourced elk, lamb, beef, pork, and a delicious selection of homemade baked goods.
Whether you’re stocking up for the week, planning a lakeside meal, or simply enjoying a morning outdoors, the Alexandria Farmers Market offers a vibrant, community-centered shopping experience.
Location: Big Ole Park (Broadway & 2nd Ave), just across from The Hub on Broadway in Alexandria
Market Hours:

Mid-May through October: Saturdays, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Late June through October: Tuesdays, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Mid-June through October: Thursdays, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Come early for the best selection and enjoy one of Alexandria’s favorite seasonal traditions.
