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 […]
Wings Over Alexandria Air Show returns to the Alexandria Regional Airport on August 15, 2026, with a rain date of August 16. Gates open at 11:30 a.m., and the airshow begins at 1 p.m. The event features air show performances, aircraft displays, food trucks, and family-friendly activities throughout the day. Visitors can explore static aircraft […]
Join the Lure on the patio for a great night of live music, food, and drinks! Find their music calendar schedule here.
Ease into your summer Sunday with live music outdoors at Carlos Creek. Every 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. Sip on award-winning wines, seasonal cocktails/mocktails, brews, and Big Bruno Hard Cider — or opt for a non-alcoholic […]
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. […]
Experience a classic summer tradition at the Douglas County Fair in Alexandria, Aug. 19-22. Since 1888, the Douglas County Fair has brought generations together for four days of family-friendly fun in the heart of Minnesota’s lake country. Enjoy grandstand entertainment, midway rides and games, livestock shows, 4-H exhibits, agricultural displays, fair food favorites, live music, […]
The Viking Speedway Beatdown Demo Derby returns to the Douglas County Fair on Wednesday, August 19, at 6 p.m. Watch drivers battle it out in stock big cars, compact rear-wheel drive and compact limited weld classes, plus autocross and youth autocross competitions. Expect an evening of high-impact action, flying mud and crashing cars. Admission: Adults […]
Experience a classic summer tradition at the Douglas County Fair in Alexandria, Aug. 19-22. Since 1888, the Douglas County Fair has brought generations together for four days of family-friendly fun in the heart of Minnesota’s lake country. Enjoy grandstand entertainment, midway rides and games, livestock shows, 4-H exhibits, agricultural displays, fair food favorites, live music, […]
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 […]
The Big Air ATV Tour brings high-flying action to the Douglas County Fair on Thursday, August 20, at 6:30 p.m. Watch professional ATV and motorcycle riders perform gravity-defying jumps, freestyle tricks and stunt demonstrations in an action-packed live show. With 380-pound machines soaring across ramps set 75 feet apart, the Big Air ATV Tour delivers […]
