Preschool storytime is for children ages 3-5. No registration required! Stories come alive with books, puppets, rhymes, and songs! This program is designed to support early literacy skills in preschoolers, while encouraging them to love books at an early age. Siblings are welcome to attend.
The Alexandria Area YMCA would like to invite the community to participate in our annual YMCA Turkey Day 5K on Thanksgiving Day at 8:00 a.m. The event is open to both YMCA members and non-members. Awards will be given to the top 3 women, men, and youth (15 and younger) participants. Click here for more […]
Put your trivia skills to the test every Thursday from 6–8 PM at Copper Trail Brewing Company with Smart Alex Trivia! Compete with friends, family, or coworkers for fun, prizes, and bragging rights. Top scoring teams win gift cards: $50 for 1st place, $20 for 2nd, and $10 for 3rd. Best part? It’s FREE to […]
On four days each year, all Minnesota state parks and state recreation areas offer free admission to everyone – no vehicle permits needed! Free park days in 2026 Monday, January 19 Saturday, April 25 Saturday, June 13 Friday, November 27 Minnesota state parks are open year-round, and there’s a state park within 30 miles […]
Kick off the holiday season in downtown Alexandria with Christmas in the Fort! Bring the whole family for an afternoon of holiday entertainment, Santa and Mrs. Claus, festive performances, the lighting of Broadway and a spectacular parade of illuminated floats. Santa and Mrs. Claus will arrive at the Fort around 2:00 PM, with holiday activities […]
Garden Of Lights walking tour at the Legacy of the Lakes Gardens. 205 3rd Ave W, Alexandria MN. When: Fridays - Sundays 5 - 8 PM, November 27 - December 27 Questions? Email christmasinalex@gmail.com
Join the fun! Everyone is welcome to enter. NO entry fee. Light up your truck, tractor, ATV, boat, trailer, or more! The only rule: LIGHT IT UP! Staging Location time: 4:00 - 5:15 PM Place: Check in at corner of 4th & Lake St. Staging on 4th Ave between Hawthorne and Lake St. Prize Categories: […]
Warm up your weekend in Alexandria, Minnesota with Friday Night Live Music inside the 22 Northmen Brewing Co. taproom. Every 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. Pair the tunes with one of our wood-fired pizzas, baked to […]
Looking for something to do Friday nights in Alexandria? Head over to The Depot Smokehouse and Tavern for live music every week. Kick 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 […]
Garden Of Lights walking tour at the Legacy of the Lakes Gardens. 205 3rd Ave W, Alexandria MN. When: Fridays - Sundays 5 - 8 PM, November 27 - December 27 Questions? Email christmasinalex@gmail.com
