Explore Alexandria, MN

Tinsel Taproom
2025-12-13 - 2026-01-04 | 22 Northmen Brewing Company, 6693 County Rd 34 NW, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
✨ THE TINSEL TAPROOM ✨ A Minnesota Holiday Pop-Up Bar & Christmas Experience

December 13 – January 4 | 22 Northmen Brewing Co. | Alexandria, MN
21+ | Open Every Day the Brewery is Open (brewery hours)
Looking for the best Christmas things to do in Minnesota, a festive holiday pop-up bar, or a magical winter experience worth traveling for? Step inside the Tinsel Taproom at 22 Northmen Brewing Co. in Alexandria, MN—an immersive holiday destination overflowing with twinkling lights, cozy winter vibes, and unforgettable seasonal drinks.
Hidden in the back of our taproom, the Tinsel Taproom transforms into a glowing, glittering Christmas hideaway drenched in nostalgia and over-the-top holiday décor. It’s one of Minnesota’s most enchanting holiday experiences—perfect for date nights, friend gatherings, winter getaways, and anyone searching for unique holiday events in Minnesota.
Sip your way through the most wonderful time of the year with exclusive holiday beer cocktails, crafted only for this seasonal pop-up. Enjoy our full tap menu, then extend the celebration by visiting Carlos Creek Winery next door for seasonal cocktails, mocktails, wine, and cider—making this a must-visit destination for holiday travelers and festive drink lovers. Don’t forget about that Gingerbread Cinnamon Roll wood-fired pizza from Stoke.
Whether you’re road-tripping for Christmas adventures, planning a winter weekend in Alexandria, or searching “holiday bars near me,” the Tinsel Taproom delivers an unforgettable experience.
Every moment is pure, can’t-miss holiday bliss.
This is the 22 Northmen experience…reimagined and wrapped in tinsel.
Tinsel Taproom Hours 12/13/25-12/31/25:

Monday – Tuesday | 12-7
Wednesday – Thursday | 12-9
Friday – Saturday | 12-10
Sunday | 10-7

Tinsel Taproom Hours 1/2/26-1/4/26:

Friday- Saturday 12-9
Sunday 10-6

Sunday Brunch at Carlos Creek Winery
2025-12-14 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | 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.

A Christmas Story
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.

A Christmas Story
2025-12-14 14:00 - 16:00 | Andria Theatre, 618 Broadway St, Alexandria, MN, United States
A Christmas Story at the Andria Theatre! Show Synopsys: 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.Â A Christmas StoryÂ is destined to become a theatrical holiday perennial.

Live Music at Copper Trail!
2025-12-14 15:00 - 17:00 | 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

Garden of Lights Walking Light Tour
2025-12-14 17:00 - 20:00, 2025-12-19 17:00 - 20:00, 2025-12-20 17:00 - 20:00 | Legacy of the Lakes Museum, 205 3rd Ave W, Alexandria, 56308, United States
Garden of Lights Walking Light Tour
Fridays – Sundays, Nov 28 – Dec 28 in Alexandria, MN

Step into the holiday season with the Garden of Lights Walking Tour at Legacy of the Lakes Gardens in downtown Alexandria. From Friday, November 28 through Sunday, December 28, 2025, the gardens will be transformed
into a shimmering wonderland of festive lights and glowing installations — open Fridays and Sundays from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., including Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
This free event invites families, couples, and groups of friends to stroll the outdoor paths, take in dazzling light displays, and capture memorable holiday photos under the glow of twinkling lights
Bundle up, bring hot cocoa, and make it an evening you’ll remember. The Garden of Lights is a magical way to begin your holiday season in Alexandria, MN.

Holiday Train 2025
2025-12-16 11:45 - 12:15 | MN
The Holiday Train is a great way to get into the festive spirit. It’s about 1,000 feet in length with 14 brightly decorated rail cars. Each one is lit with hundreds of thousands of LEDs and holiday designs celebrating the spirit of the giving season.
12/16 Glenwood at 20 15 Street Northeast (10:15 a.m.)
12/16 Alexandria at 8 Avenue & Nokomis (11:45 a.m.)
Depending on the day, visitors can enjoy free musical performances Lanco and Tiera Kennedy or American Authors and Pynk Beard. Any food or cash donations will also benefit the local community.
Please note: You don’t actually get to ride the Holiday Train. It’s more of a pop-up concert experience. Or as the railway says in its FAQ page, “A typical Holiday Train event goes something like this: The train arrives and pulls to a safe stop in front of the crowd. The stage door lowers and the band opens with its first song, followed by a brief presentation with the local food bank officials and other dignitaries on stage. Once the presentation is done the band resumes the show, singing a mix of traditional and modern holiday-themed songs, and popular original songs. After the final song the boxcar door closes and the train is on its way to the next stop.”
Learn more about the Holiday Train here

Winter Farmers Market at Copper Trail Brewing
2025-12-17 08:00 - 17:00 | Copper Trail Brewing Co., 205 Broadway Street, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Shop local at the Alexandria Farmers Market, hosted indoors at Copper Trail Brewing Co. in Alexandria, MN.
This seasonal market features a wide variety of locally grown produce, fresh baked goods, and handcrafted food items from many of your favorite area vendors.
In addition to everyday market favorites, shoppers can find holiday treats, gifts, and specialty items, making it a perfect stop for seasonal shopping while supporting local farmers and makers. Enjoy a relaxed indoor atmosphere, grab a craft beverage, and experience one of Alexandria’s favorite community markets.

Trivia Wednesday
2025-12-17 18:30 - 20:30 | 22 Northmen Brewing Company, 6693 County Rd 34 NW, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Trivia is back starting Wednesday, November 5 at 22 Northmen Brewing Company in Alexandria, Minnesota. Almost every Wednesday into April!

teams of 1-6 people
Free to play for prizes
4pm-7pm specials:

$3 off Appetizers
$5 beers (all sizes)

Don’t forget to grab a trivia punch card while you’re there for a chance to win free beer this season!

Smart Alex Trivia at Copper Trail Brewing
2025-12-18 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!

BINGO Nights
2025-12-18 18:30 - 20:30 | 22 Northmen Brewing Company, 6693 County Rd 34 NW, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Get ready for a night of fun, food, and friendly competition at 22 Northmen Brewing Co. in Alexandria, MN!
Join 22 Northmen from 6:30–8:30 PM for Bingo Nights. Come early to snag a table, enjoy delicious eats, and sip on your favorite drinks before the games begin. Bingo kicks off at 6:30 PM sharp, with exciting rounds leading up to a grand prize finale you won’t want to miss!
Staring Thursday, November 6 and running into April!

Drink & Know Thingz Trivia Night
2025-12-18 19:00 - 21:00 | Zorbaz on the Lake, 2710 N Nokomis NE, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Test your knowledge and have a blast at Trivia Night at Zorbaz!
Join us every Thursday at 7:00 PM for a fun-filled evening of drinks, laughter, and brain-teasing questions. Bring your friends, enjoy great food and beverages, and see if you can drink and know things while competing for prizes.
Whether you’re a trivia master or just looking for a fun night out, Thursday trivia at Zorbaz is the perfect weekly outing!

Big Ole Hockey Tournament - 12A & 12B
2025-12-19 - 2025-12-21 | PrimeWest Health RCC, 802 3rd Ave W, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Welcome to Alexandria, hockey coaches, players, and families!
We’re excited to host 8 12A teams and 8 12B teams as they arrive in Alexandria for a weekend filled with competitive hockey, family fun, and plenty of off-the-ice adventures.
Visit the AAHA website here.

Live Music at 22 Northmen Brewing
2025-12-19 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.

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
Purchase tickets here:

Live Music at The Depot
2025-12-19 19:00 - 22:00, 2025-12-20 21:00 - 23:59 | Depot Smokehouse and Tavern, 104 Broadway St, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Join The Depot Smokehouse and Tavern for live music!
View the schedule HERE.

Holiday Sip & Shop at Legacy of the Lakes Museum
2025-12-20 11:00 - 15:00 | Legacy of the Lakes Museum, 205 3rd Ave W, Alexandria, 56308, United States
Complete your holiday shopping at Legacy of the Lakes Museum‘s Holiday Sip & Shop.
What makes this the perfect Alexandria shopping event?

Savings: Take advantage of up to 40% off the entire museum gift shop.

Unique Local Gifts: Discover perfect presents for everyone on your list, including specialized items for boat enthusiasts, lake lovers, and great stocking stuffers. We even have fun items for your four-legged friends!

Holiday Cheer: Enjoy $5 Mimosas (21+) as you browse our beautifully curated collection of merchandise.

Support Alexandria’s local businesses and find memorable items that celebrate our vibrant community. Don’t miss this one-day event!

Live Music at Carlos Creek Winery
2025-12-20 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.

Christmas Sweater Party
2025-12-20 16:00 - 22:00 | Copper Trail Brewing Co., 205 Broadway Street, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Join Copper Trail Brewing for a Christmas Sweater Party!
Wear your favorite Christmas sweater/attire to enter to win giveaways! The uglier the sweater the better! Win beer, merch, and holiday themed gifts!

MN Bloom Co will be hosting a Christmas themed floral arrangement class 4-6pm!
Brooklyn Marie will be performing her Christmas setlist 7-9pm

Join us for a day full of holiday festivities!

Live Music at 22 Northmen Brewing
2025-12-20 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.

Ugly Sweater Party at The Depot
2025-12-20 21:00 - 23:59 | Depot Smokehouse and Tavern, 104 Broadway St, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Break out your ugliest Christmas sweater and get ready to part at The Depot!

DJ Wonderful hits the booth at 9 PM, and back for one night only—2-4-1s on rails, taps, and domestics.

It’s a snow-brainer—don’t be left out in the cold.
