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SUMMARY:Catch a Deal Shop Hop
DESCRIPTION:Ready for a spring refresh? Join downtown Alexandria for the annual Catch a Deal and Spring Shop Hop. \nCatch a Deal | May 8-10\nThey fish\, you shop. Stop into local downtown businesses to reel in the savings! \nShop Hop | May 9\nStay tuned for more details.  \nWhether you’re updating your wardrobe\, refreshing your home\, or just enjoying a day out\, this is the perfect way to experience spring in Alexandria! \nVisit Downtown Alexandria
URL:https://explorealex.com/event/catch-a-deal-shop-hop/
LOCATION:Downtown Alexandria\, Broadway Street\, Alexandria\, MN\, 56308\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Shopping
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SUMMARY:Mother's Day Weekend at Carlos Creek
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Mother’s Day all weekend long at Carlos Creek in Alexandria\, MN! May 8-10 | Carlos Creek Winery + 22 Northmen Brewing Co.\nA full weekend of love\, laughter\, and Mom-time magic. From floral photo ops and live music to yoga\, mimosas\, and a succulent bar…this one’s for all the mamas in your life! 💕 \nfriday\, may 8WINERY 12–8 PM | BREWERY 12–9 PM | STOKE PIZZA 12–8 PM📸 12:00–8:00 PM — Floral Wall available for photos\, Carlos Creek Winery🎶 5:30-8:30 PM — Live Music: Matt Hagstrom\, 22 Northmen Brewing \nsaturday\, may 9WINERY 12–8 PM | BREWERY 12–9 PM | STOKE PIZZA 12–8 PM📸 12:00–8:00 PM — Floral Wall available for photos\, Carlos Creek Winery🧘‍♀️ 11:00 AM-12:00 PM— Yoga with Yoga Borealis (ticketed event)\, check in @ Carlos Creek Winery — tickets COMING SOON!💐 12:00-4:00 PM— MN Bloom Co. bouquet bar\, Carlos Creek Grounds \n⭐️12:00-4:00 PM — Cherish Designs Permanent Jewelry pop-up🍸 12:00–8:00 PM — EXCLUSIVE Saturday-Only Cocktail\, Carlos Creek Winery🎶 2:00–5:00 PM — Live Music: Ben Stoeck\, Carlos Creek Winery🎶 5:30-8:30 PM — Live Music: Prairie Smoke\, 22 Northmen Brewing \nsunday\, may 10WINERY 10 AM–5 PM | BREWERY 10 AM–6 PM | STOKE PIZZA 10 AM–5 PM | SIZZLE FOOD TRUCK 10 AM–3 PM📸 10:00 AM–5:00 PM — Floral Wall available for photos\, Carlos Creek Winery🥂 10:00 AM–5:00 PM — Special Mimosa Flights w/ Nice Juicery Juice (while supplies last)\, Carlos Creek Winery🍇 10:00 AM–5:00 PM — Special N/A Sparkling Juice Flight\, Carlos Creek Winery🍻 10:00 AM–6:00 PM — Brunch Beer Blends\, 22 Northmen Brewing🍕 10:00 AM–5:00 PM — Brunch Pizza\, Stoke Pizza🍳 10:00 AM–3:00 PM — Brunch Menu\, Sizzle Food Truck🪴 11:00 AM–4:00 PM — Succulent Planting w/ Succ It Up Buttercup\, Carlos Creek Grounds🎶 1:00–4:00 PM — Live Music: Brooklyn Marie\, Carlos Creek Winery \nBring your mama\, your grandma\, or your crew and toast to the women who make life beautiful. 💗
URL:https://explorealex.com/event/mothers-day-weekend-at-carlos-creek/
LOCATION:Carlos Creek Winery\, 6693 County Road 34 NW\, Alexandria\, MN\, 56308\, United States
CATEGORIES:Breweries, Wineries, Distilleries, Cideries,Family,Music
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SUMMARY:Mother's Day Friday at Country Blossom Farm
DESCRIPTION:Give Mom a well-deserved break this Mother’s Day \nStop by Country Blossom Farm during our special Friday hours and pick up everything you need for an easy\, delicious celebration \n Pick up Savory Pies for Dinner And Fruit Pies & Fresh Cookies for dessert. Choose from our take & bake fruit pies or freshly made cookies for dessert. New Release Wine Tasting-�Sip and sample our newest Apple Wine while you shop—or grab some of your favorite hard cider for the weekend Spring Clearance Sale-�Enjoy seasonal savings on select items. Dinner\, dessert\, and a little indulgence—handled. Give Mom the day off and make it a celebration to remember. \nWe can’t wait to see you \n*Please note: our store isn’t fully open until May 30th. We will only have our SALE section to shop\, no bakery (except for boxed cookies).*
URL:https://explorealex.com/event/mothers-day-friday-at-country-blossom-farm/
LOCATION:Country Blossom Farm\, 1951 Englund Rd SW\, Alexandria\, MN\, 56308\, United States
CATEGORIES:Breweries, Wineries, Distilleries, Cideries,Family,Shopping
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SUMMARY:Friday Night Live Music at 22 Northmen Brewing
DESCRIPTION:Warm up your weekend in Alexandria\, Minnesota with Friday Night Live Music inside the 22 Northmen Brewing Co. taproom.\n  \nEvery Friday from 5:30-8:30PM\, we feature incredible local and regional musicians\, creating the perfect backdrop for crisp beers\, hearty bites\, and a laid-back night out. \nPair the tunes with one of our wood-fired pizzas\, baked to perfection with premium ingredients\, or explore our seasonal beers on tap. Not feeling beer? Sip on a nitro cold brew coffee\, French Lemonade\, or other n/a sips. Just steps away at Carlos Creek Winery\, you’ll find handcrafted cocktails\, mocktails\, wine\, and cider to round out your evening. \n📍 Every Friday | 5:30-8:30 | 22 Northmen Brewing Co. Taproom
URL:https://explorealex.com/event/friday-night-live-music-at-22-northmen-brewing/2026-05-08/
LOCATION:22 Northmen Brewing Company\, 6693 County Rd 34 NW\, Alexandria\, MN\, 56308\, United States
CATEGORIES:Breweries, Wineries, Distilleries, Cideries,Family,Nightlife
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SUMMARY:Live Music at The Depot Smokehouse and Tavern
DESCRIPTION:Looking for something to do Friday nights in Alexandria? Head over to The Depot Smokehouse and Tavern for live music every week.\n  \nKick off the weekend with great food\, cold drinks\, and a rotating lineup of talented local and regional musicians. From acoustic sets to high-energy bands\, each Friday brings a new vibe to enjoy with friends\, family\, or a casual night out. \n  \nCheck out their Facebook page for artist schedules.
URL:https://explorealex.com/event/live-music-at-the-depot-smokehouse-and-tavern/2026-05-08/
LOCATION:Depot Smokehouse and Tavern\, 104 Broadway St\, Alexandria\, MN\, 56308\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Music,Nightlife
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