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SUMMARY:Paint the Town Purple
DESCRIPTION:In advance of the Alexandria Walk to End Alzheimer’s on September 26th – the Alexandria community is invited to help “Paint the Town Purple” September 20-26. Local businesses can participate by decorating in purple\, displaying Alzheimer’s awareness materials\, collecting donations\, offering special promotions benefiting the Walk\, distributing purple windmill and forget-me-not flowers\, or becoming a Walk sponsor.Businesses interested in participating in “Paint the Town Purple” can request materials by contacting Jess Ptacek at Bethany on the Lake at 320.763.2192 or JPtacek@MonarchMN.com.\nRequests must be submitted by Thursday\, September 17.
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SUMMARY:Carlos Creek Grape Stomp 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for the Nation’s Largest Grape Stomp Festival at Carlos Creek Winery!\nCelebrate over 25 years of fun\, wine\, and grape stomping at the annual Grape Stomp Festival at Carlos Creek Winery in Alexandria\, Minnesota! \nHeld the second weekend after Labor Day\, this three-day festival is Minnesota’s top wine festival\, packed with live music\, eats and sips of all kinds\, and exciting competitions. \nWhat to Expect at the Grape Stomp Festival:\n\n\nLive Music: 12 bands performing on 4 stages all weekend \n\n\nGrape Stomping Competitions: Daily contests + a special themed event on Saturday \n\n\n100+ Vendors: Enjoy local food\, juried art\, and marketplace shopping \n\n\nWine Tastings: Sip award-winning Minnesota wines \n\n\nBeer Garden: Featuring beer from Carlos Creek’s brewery 22 Northmen Brewing Co. \n\n\nCostume Contests: Show off your creativity and win prizes! \n\n\nFestival Details & Amenities:\n✅ FREE Shuttles: Available from local hotels (Friday & Saturday) and additional locations on Saturday (Carlos State Park\, Runestone Community Center\, and Viking Plaza Mall)\n✅ Ample On-Site Parking: Drive in and enjoy the festivities\n✅ Drink Tickets: Purchase once\, use them any day of the festival \nAs one of the best summer festivals in Minnesota\, the Carlos Creek Winery Grape Stomp Festival is a must-visit event for wine lovers\, beer enthusiasts\, foodies\, and festival-goers. \n📍 Location: Carlos Creek Winery\, Alexandria\, MN\n📅 Dates: Second weekend after Labor Day \nDon’t miss this unforgettable wine festival – grab your friends and get ready to stomp\, sip\, and celebrate! Get your tickets today! \n\n\n\n\n Add to calendar
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LOCATION:Carlos Creek Winery\, 6693 County Road 34 NW\, Alexandria\, MN\, 56308\, United States
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SUMMARY:Sunday Afternoon Live Music
DESCRIPTION:Ease into your summer Sunday with live music outdoors at Carlos Creek.\nEvery Sunday from 1–4 PM\, they feature talented local and regional musicians\, creating the perfect soundtrack for a relaxing afternoon of wine\, conversation\, and connection. \nSip on award-winning wines\, seasonal cocktails/mocktails\, brews\, and Big Bruno Hard Cider — or opt for a non-alcoholic treat like our French Lemonade or Nitro Cold Brew. Hungry? Our wood-fired pizzas and shareable bites are available to enjoy alongside the music.\n\nWhether you’re winding down the weekend or making it last a little longer\, Sunday Music at Carlos Creek is the perfect way to spend your afternoon.\n\n Every Sunday | 1–4 PM | Carlos Creek Wine Patio (or Tasting Room if bad weather)
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LOCATION:Carlos Creek Winery\, 6693 County Road 34 NW\, Alexandria\, MN\, 56308\, United States
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SUMMARY:Turning Leaf Business Center Open House
DESCRIPTION:New businesses in the Turning Leaf Business Center (old Tastefully Simple building) will be having an open house on Sunday\, September 20th from 3-6pm. \nWe are OPEN and can’t wait to show you what’s new at the Turning Leaf Business Center\nThe Heim\nHaven Suites\nThe Wellness Co\nMN Bloom Co\nTour our newest businesses\, sample something delicious\, meet the people behind the spaces\, build a bouquet\, and spend an evening getting to know what’s happening right here in Alexandria MN’s newest hot spot!\nBrooklyn Marie Music performing live on the back patio 3p-6pm\nFruity Bowls serving 3p-6pm\nThe Wellness Collective drawing for a free month’s membership.
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LOCATION:Turning Leaf Business Center\, 1920 Turning Leaf Lane SW\, Alexandria\, MN\, 56308\, United States
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