Live Music at Copper Trail!
2025-09-07 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-14 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Copper Trail Brewing Co., 205 Broadway Street, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Live Music in the Taproom! Every Sunday, stop by and enjoy some of our favorite local musicians

Farmers Market
2025-09-09 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-13 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-16 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-20 09:00 - 12:00 | Big Ole Central Park, 200 Broadway St, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Support local growers and savor the flavors of the season at the Alexandria Farmers Market, located at Big Ole Park at Broadway & Second Avenue— right next to Big Ole.
The market offers a full lineup of fresh, locally grown produce, meats, flowers, and baked goods. Find a wide selection of seasonal fruits and vegetables including:
🫛 Beans, beets, broccoli, cabbage, carrots, cucumbers
🌿 Fresh herbs, lettuce, onions, peas, peppers, potatoes
🍓 Pumpkins, raspberries, squash, strawberries, sweet corn, tomatoes
🌸 Beautiful cut flowers
🥩 Local meats: elk, lamb, beef, pork
🥖 Homemade baked goods
Whether you’re shopping for fresh ingredients or simply enjoying the community vibe, the Alexandria Farmers Market is a must-visit.
Market Hours
🛒 Saturdays | 9 a.m. – Noon | May 13 – October 28
🛒 Tuesdays | 9 a.m. – Noon | June 27 – October 31
🛒 Thursdays | 3 – 6 p.m. | June 22 – October 26

Farmers Market
2025-09-11 15:00 - 18:00, 2025-09-18 15:00 - 18:00 | Big Ole Central Park, 200 Broadway St, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Alexandria Farmers Market at Big Ole Park
Support local growers and savor the flavors of the season at the Alexandria Farmers Market, located at Big Ole Park at Broadway & Second Avenue.
The market offers a full lineup of fresh, locally grown produce, meats, flowers, and baked goods. Find a wide selection of seasonal fruits and vegetables including:
🫛 Beans, beets, broccoli, cabbage, carrots, cucumbers
🌿 Fresh herbs, lettuce, onions, peas, peppers, potatoes
🍓 Pumpkins, raspberries, squash, strawberries, sweet corn, tomatoes
🌸 Beautiful cut flowers
🥩 Local meats: elk, lamb, beef, pork
🥖 Homemade baked goods
Whether you’re shopping for fresh ingredients or simply enjoying the community vibe, the Alexandria Farmers Market is a must-visit.
Market Hours
🛒 Saturdays | 9 a.m. – Noon | May 13 – October 28
🛒 Tuesdays | 9 a.m. – Noon | June 27 – October 31
🛒 Thursdays | 3 – 6 p.m. | June 22 – October 26

Puzzle Contest at Ollie Birch Boutique + Lounge
2025-09-11 17:30 - 19:00 | Ollie Birch Boutique + Lounge, 518 Broadway St, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Think you’ve got the fastest puzzle-solving skills in Alexandria? Gather your crew and put your puzzling power to the test in The Lounge’s Monthly Puzzle Contest!
Each team will work on the same puzzle—the first to finish or the one with the fewest pieces left after two hours wins a gift card prize! Prize amount depends on the number of participating teams:
Team Size: Up to 4 peopleCost: $25Ages: All ages welcome!Prize: A gift card, with the amount based on participation:
• 2 teams = $20 prize• 3 teams = $30 prize• 4 teams = $40 prize• … up to 6 teams and a $60 prize!
Only 6 teams can compete each month so you’ll want to register early to secure your spot. Whether you’re a puzzle pro or just love a good challenge, this is the perfect night of friendly competition and fun!

Smart Alex Trivia at Copper Trail Brewing
2025-09-11 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-09-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Copper Trail Brewing Co., 205 Broadway Street, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Join us every Thursday from 6–8 PM for Smart Alex Trivia at Copper Trail Brewing Company. Win up to a $50 gift card and a chance at BEER FOR A YEAR!

Prizes for Top Teams:

1st Place: $50 gift card

2nd Place: $20 gift card

3rd Place: $10 gift card

FREE to play! Pro Tip: Arrive early to grab a seat—we start at 6 PM sharp!

Grape Stomp Festival at Carlos Creek Winery
2025-09-12 - 2025-09-14 | Carlos Creek Winery, 6693 County Road 34 NW, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Minnesota’s largest winery festival! A weekend of live music, craft beverages, stomping competitions, shopping, and fun at Carlos Creek Winery in Alexandria, MN.
Festival Highlights:

Grape Stomping Competitions – Register to stomp and win! (Pre-registration required.)
Live Music – 12+ bands across 4 stages all weekend.
Wine, Beer, Cider, N/A sips – Featuring CCW wines & 22 Northmen brews.
Local Vendors – Food, juried art, and market finds.
Costume Contests – Show off your creativity!

Held annually the second weekend in September – Open to all ages on Sunday; 21+ on Friday & Saturday.
What’s New for 2025?
Celebrating 25 Years of Stomping!
September 12-14, 2025

Saturday Silver Theme – Dress in silver to celebrate our milestone!
NEW Youth Stomping Heat – Sunday at 2 PM (ages 5-10).
Shuttles Expanded – Free Friday & Saturday shuttles to more locations.
Clear Bag Policy – Required for safety; available for purchase at the gate.
New Ticket Option – Admission + 10 drink tickets (available until 8/31/25).

Tickets & registration available now!

Brunch at Copper Trail Brewing / 205 Grill
2025-09-12 10:00 - 13:00, 2025-09-13 10:00 - 13:00, 2025-09-14 10:00 - 13:00, 2025-09-19 10:00 - 13:00, 2025-09-20 10:00 - 13:00 | Copper Trail Brewing Co., 205 Broadway Street, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Enjoy brunch at 205 Grill from 10am-1pm every Friday-Sunday!

Copper Trail is serving up breakfast burritos and choice of 2 or 3 apple fritter french toast! They now have mimosa flights that come with a bottle of Champagne with juices and berries to enjoy with friends or family!

Cocktails include Bloody Marys, Marina Caesars, Espresso Martinis, and Mimosas!
NA options include a virgin bloody mary and medium roast cold brew on tap!
Full food and drinks menus are also available at 10am!

Live Music at 22 Northmen Brewing
2025-09-12 17:30 - 20:30, 2025-09-19 17:30 - 20:30 | 22 Northmen Brewing Company, 6693 County Rd 34 NW, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Join us at 22 Northmen Brewing Co. for Friday night live music from 5:30-8:30 PM.

To view their music schedule, CLICK HERE.

Mini Yoga Retreat at the YMCA
2025-09-13 08:00 - 11:30 | Alexandria Area YMCA, 110 Karl Drive, Alexandria, Minnesota, 56308
Join us for a Mini Yoga Retreat right here at the Alexandria Area YMCA. This is your chance to press pause on the demands of daily life and rediscover your inner peace.
Are you constantly pouring from an empty cup? When you’re juggling a career, managing a household, and trying to keep up with life’s endless demands, it’s easy to feel drained and that there’s no time left for you.
We see you, and we’ve created a morning dedicated entirely to refilling your cup.

Saturday Story Hour at Cherry Street Books
2025-09-13 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-09-20 10:00 - 11:00
It’s time for Story Hour!
Join Cherry Street Books from 10:00am-11:00am every Saturday! Books from a new author will be featured author every week!
September 6th: James Dean
September 13th: Nancy Carlson
September 20th: The Berenstains
September 27th: Victoria Kahn
October 4th: Dr. Seuss
October 11th: Alan Baker
October 18: —
October 25th: Aaron Reynolds

Live Music at Carlos Creek Winery
2025-09-13 14:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-20 14:00 - 17:00 | Carlos Creek Winery, 6693 County Road 34 NW, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Join us every Saturday at Carlos Creek Winery in Alexandria, MN for live music from 2-5 PM inside the CCW tasting room.

View the music schedule HERE.

Live Music at 22 Northmen Brewing
2025-09-13 17:30 - 20:30, 2025-09-20 17:30 - 20:30 | 22 Northmen Brewing Company, 6693 County Rd 34 NW, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Join us at 22 Northmen Brewing Co. for live music in the taproom Saturday from 5:30-8:30 PM in Alexandria, MN.

CLICK HERE to view the music schedule.

Sunday Brunch at Carlos Creek Winery
2025-09-14 10:00 - 14:00 | Carlos Creek Winery, 6693 County Road 34 NW, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Sundays are for ‘Brunching’ at Carlos Creek Winery! 🥂☕

Looking for the best way to spend your Sunday? Head over to Carlos Creek Winery for a delicious and unforgettable Sunday Brunch experience! Enjoy every week on Sundays from 10-2pm in a family-friendly, dog-friendly atmosphere!

What to Expect

🍹 Brunch cocktails and mocktails: Sip on handcrafted drinks made just for brunch, from classic cocktails to creative mocktails for everyone to enjoy.

🍕🍳 Brunch menu: Savor a delicious selection of brunch favorites, including mouth-watering brunch pizzas, handcrafted brunch cocktails, and refreshing Nitro Cold Brew Coffee.

🍽️ Outdoor and indoor seating: Whether the weather is amazing and you’re relaxing on our dog-friendly patio or cozying up inside, there’s a perfect spot for everyone.

Family-friendly atmosphere: Enjoy a relaxed vibe that’s perfect for creating memories with your loved ones.

Artifact Chat: WWII
2025-09-19 11:00 - 12:00 | Douglas County Historical Society MN, 1219 Nokomis St., Alexandria, Minnesota, 56308
Step back in time and explore the stories behind World War II at the
Douglas County Historical Society Artifact Chat!
Join DCHS on Friday, September 19, 2025, at 11:00 am for a fascinating discussion highlighting unique pieces from our collection. This event offers a closer look at WWII history through original objects that connect us to the people and experiences of the past.
This event is FREE to the public.

Fall Pop-Up Shop at Carlos Creek
2025-09-20 12:00 - 16:00 | Carlos Creek Winery, 6693 County Road 34 NW, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Join Carlos Creek for their Saturday Fall Pop-Up Shops!
September 20 — Clothing Vendor Sample Sale
Snag sample tees + sweatshirts (aka your new go-to layering pieces for iconic pumpkin patch pics). Happening at the back of the taproom. Come shop + sip!

Saturday 9/20 12–4 PM

Sample Sale: NEW salesmen samples and overstock merchandise being sold at significantly discounted prices from multiple sportwear brands. Offering limited sizing of one-off sportswear samples showcasing resort and college designs.

Categories/Pricing:

Hooded Sweatshirts- $20.00

Crewneck Sweatshirts- $15.00

T-shirts- $5.00

Long Sleeves- $10.00

Richardson Hats- $5.00

Travel Tumblers/Water bottles- $5.00

Specialty Items (jackets, polos, etc.) As Marked

Payment- Cash or Venmo
No Returns

Pancake & Sausage Breakfast
2025-09-21 08:00 - 13:00 | Constellation Lodge, 205 6th Ave. E, Alexandria, MN, 56308
Join us as we hold our Fall Pancake Fundraiser . Fresh coffee, orange juice, milk, sausages from Miltona Custom Meats, and all the pancakes you can eat. Breakfast is $10 per person, children 5 and under eat free.
