Douglas County Community Calendar

Alexandria Farmers Market
2026-10-17 09:00 - 12:00, 2026-10-22 15:00 - 18:00, 2026-10-24 09:00 - 12:00, 2026-10-27 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Big Ole Central Park, 200 Broadway St, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
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 you’re stocking up for the week, planning a lakeside meal, or simply enjoying a morning outdoors, the Alexandria Farmers Market offers a vibrant, community-centered shopping experience.
Location: Big Ole Park (Broadway & 2nd Ave), just across from The Hub on Broadway in Alexandria
Market Hours:
Mid-May through October: Saturdays, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Late June through October: Tuesdays, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Mid-June through October: Thursdays, 3:00–6:00 p.m.
Come early for the best selection and enjoy one of Alexandria’s favorite seasonal traditions.

Saturday Story Hour
2026-10-17 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-10-24 10:00 - 11:00 | Cherry Street Books, 503 Broadway, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Join us on Saturdays for a fun and engaging storytime filled with great books, giggles, and imagination! Perfect for little listeners and their grown ups. Come early, get comfy, and enjoy the magic of stories together!

22 Northmen Brewing Oktoberfest
2026-10-17 11:00 - 19:00 | 22 Northmen Brewing Company, 6693 County Rd 34 NW, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Oktoberfest 2026

Saturday, October 17, 202611:00 AM – 7:00 PM22 Northmen Brewing | Alexandria, MNFree Admission

Crisp air, warm drinks, crunchy leaves underfoot—it must be Oktoberfest season in Minnesota. Join us for a one-day-only celebration of all things cozy, festive, and fall at 22 Northmen Brewing Co.
Our annual Oktoberfest brings the community together for a full day of good beer (and cocktails/mocktails, wine, and cider of course!), good food, and good company. From stein-holding contests and pumpkin-launching demos to live music, bonfires, and brewery tours, there’s something for everyone—whether you’re here to compete or just sip and take it all in.
What to expect:
MUSIC
COMPETITIONS – SIGN UP @ ACTIVITY TENT
FOOD
ACTIVITIES

Bundle up, bring your crew, and make some fall memories at the brewery. It’s a celebration that feels like a small-town harvest festival—just with better beer.

Live Music at 22 Northmen Brewing
2026-10-17 17:30 - 20:30, 2026-10-24 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.

Drop Off Days for the DCHS Scarecrow Contest
2026-10-19 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-10-20 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-10-21 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-10-22 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-10-23 10:00 - 16:00 | Douglas County Historical Society MN, 1219 Nokomis St., Alexandria, Minnesota, 56308
⏰ It’s time—our annual Scarecrow Contest is just around the corner, and you could scare up first place this year! It’s never too early to start planning your entry!
💸 Participation is $10 per scarecrow, with prizes paid out to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place entries (determined by public voting.)
🍁 Scarecrows may be of any theme, construction, materials, etc with the conditions that they are display-ready and family-friendly. Ten metal posts are available on a first-come first-served basis on the south lawn, which is exposed to weather including wind and potential snow.
🍂 Scarecrow drop-off/set-up days are October 13-16 and 19-23, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on business days, and voting will take place October 26 – Nov 1.
🛠️ Participants are responsible for setting up their own scarecrow on the lawn.
☑️ Instructions on how to vote for your favorite will be announced once scarecrows are in place!
🔎 Do you have questions, or are you interested in entering the 2026 contest?
📞 Contact us via phone at 320-762-0382
📧 Email us at historic@dchsmn.org

Regular School Board Meeting
2026-10-19 19:00 - 21:00 | Alexandria Public School-District Offices, 1410 So. McKay Ave., Suite #201, Alexandria, 56308
Alexandria Public Schools Regular School Board Meeting

Alexandria Farmers Market
2026-10-20 09:00 - 12:00 | Big Ole Central Park, 200 Broadway St, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
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.
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 you’re stocking up for the week, planning a lakeside meal, or simply enjoying a morning outdoors, the Alexandria Farmers Market offers a vibrant, community-centered shopping experience.
Location: Big Ole Park (Broadway & 2nd Ave), just across from The Hub on Broadway in Alexandria
Market Hours:

Mid-May through October: Saturdays, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Late June through October: Tuesdays, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Mid-June through October: Thursdays, 3 p.m. – 6 p.m.

Come early for the best selection and enjoy one of Alexandria’s favorite seasonal traditions.

Monthly Prayer Gathering
2026-10-20 12:00 - 13:00 | Creative Touch Boutique, 504 Broadway St, Alexandria, MN, United States
Join us each month as we come together to pray over the workplaces in our community.
12-1pm, 3rd floor at Creative Touch Boutique Conference Room
What to expect:
Each gathering focuses on a different area of the workplace — including businesses, nonprofits, healthcare, education, government, and more. We believe prayer is not just personal, but powerful when we unite and seek God together on behalf of our city.
This space is for anyone with a heart to pray — whether you feel confident praying out loud or simply want to come and agree in prayer. There is no pressure, just an open invitation to join in what God is doing in our workplaces.
Come as you are, and let’s pray together for God’s presence, wisdom, and transformation in every sphere of work.

Campus Life Club
2026-10-20 15:00 - 16:30, 2026-10-22 15:00 - 16:30, 2026-10-27 15:00 - 16:30 | Alexandria Area Youth for Christ, 911 Hwy. 29 N, Ste. 15, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Middle & High School Students Join us weekly for our After School Club Tuesdays (3-430pm) are for Middle Schoolers and Thursdays are for High Schoolers (3-430pm) We meet at the Youth for Christ Youth Center 911 state highway 29 North Alexandria Contact us with any questions 320.270.1370.

Between the Covers Book Club: Discussing ~ Home is Where the Bodies Are
2026-10-20 17:30 - 18:30 | Cherry Street Books, 503 Broadway, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Between the Covers Book Club ~ Home is Where the Bodies Are by Jeneva Rose
📅 Tuesday, October 20th • 5:30PM-6:30PM
📍 In-store at Cherry Street Books
Step into a world of buried secrets, fractured family ties, and chilling discoveries with our Between the Covers Book Club 📖
This month, we’re reading Home Is Where the Bodies Are…a tense and addictive thriller that proves some secrets refuse to stay buried. After the death of their mother, three estranged siblings reunite to clean out their childhood home, only to uncover a mysterious VHS tape that reveals a shocking moment from the past. As old wounds reopen and hidden truths begin surfacing, they’re forced to question how well they really knew their family, and each other. Dark, suspenseful, and packed with twists, this story blends family drama with a gripping mystery that will keep you second-guessing every revelation. Join us for a discussion full of theories, shocking moments, and a book that will have everyone talking long after the final page.
How to join:
• Stop in or call to RSVP so we can save you a spot.
• Grab your copy from the store or read with Libro.fm.
• Come a few minutes early to settle in and say hello.
• This group rotates with who will be providing a snack.
‼️Books MUST be purchased through CSB if you’re attending ‼️

Parent Life for Teens
2026-10-20 17:30 - 19:30 | Alexandria Area Youth for Christ, 911 Hwy. 29 N, Ste. 15, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
This fun evening for pregnant and parenting teens (ages 11-19) includes a free meal and child care, activities, conversations, and encouraging support. It is a great opportunity to meet with mentors and other teen moms, sharing the joys, fears, and frustrations unique to teen parenting. If you are a pregnant or parenting teen, we would love to have you join us!

Preschool Storytime at the Douglas County Library
2026-10-21 10:30 - 11:00 | Douglas County Library, 720 Fillmore St, Alexandria, MN, United States
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.

Smart Alex Trivia at Copper Trail Brewing
2026-10-22 18:00 - 21:00 | Copper Trail Brewing Co., 205 Broadway Street, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
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 play!
Tip: Arrive early to grab a seat — we start at 6 PM sharp.
🎉 Special Weekly Prize: Enter for a chance to win BEER FOR A YEAR! Every week you play, you earn another entry. Must be present to win.
Whether you’re a trivia master or just looking for a fun night out, this weekly event is a perfect excuse to enjoy great beer, good company, and local vibes in Alexandria, MN.

Baby/Toddler Storytime at the Douglas County Library
2026-10-23 09:15 - 21:45 | Douglas County Library, 720 Fillmore St, Alexandria, MN, United States
For children from birth to 36 months and their parents or caregivers. Talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format perfect for babies. Share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Baby/Toddler Storytime gives your baby the opportunity to hear lots of language while you get to know other families with little ones. No registration required. Older siblings? Bring them along.

Friday Night Live Music at 22 Northmen Brewing
2026-10-23 17:30 - 20:30 | 22 Northmen Brewing Company, 6693 County Rd 34 NW, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
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 perfection with premium ingredients, or explore our seasonal beers on tap. Not feeling beer? Sip on a nitro cold brew coffee, French Lemonade, or other n/a sips. Just steps away at Carlos Creek Winery, you’ll find handcrafted cocktails, mocktails, wine, and cider to round out your evening.
📍 Every Friday | 5:30-8:30 | 22 Northmen Brewing Co. Taproom

Live Music at The Depot Smokehouse and Tavern
2026-10-23 18:00 - 22:00 | Depot Smokehouse and Tavern, 104 Broadway St, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
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 enjoy with friends, family, or a casual night out.

Check out their Facebook page for artist schedules.

MN Author Event: Ann Schreiber
2026-10-24 11:00 - 13:00 | Cherry Street Books, 503 Broadway, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Join us for an MN Author Event with Ann Schreiber!!
About the Author:
Ann Schreiber is an accomplished freelance copywriter, blogger, and owner of Copywriting For You. She has been in the marketing and sales business for over 25 years and is passionate about business-focused writing.
She released her first book, a memoir and self-reflection manual, Perseverance. Reinvention, in December 2024. Her second book, The Top 10 Mistakes I Made My First Year as a Copywriter, was released in March 2025 and shares lessons from her first year as a copywriter and content writer. Ann’s third book, and first novel, Emily’s Next Chapter, was released on May 20, 2025, launching the Starting Over Trilogy. The second book in the trilogy, Jessica’s New Beginning, was released in March 2026, followed by Liz’s Forever After in June 2026. In June 2026, Ann also released her standalone spicy romance novella, The House Always Wins. A shorter version of that story was also featured in the 2026 anthology Stay or Go in Deadwood, which was released ahead of the Wild Deadwood Reads 2026 event in Deadwood, South Dakota.
Like many writers, Ann began her writing career very young. During recess in elementary school, she would pen short stories in her notebook. When her family invested in their first personal computer in the mid-1980s, she taught herself to type and spent her free time writing fiction stories. Later, she held various positions with the Rosemount High School newspaper and served as editor-in-chief during her senior year. She then became the co-editor-in-chief of the student paper at Inver Hills Community College.
Ann received her bachelor’s degree in English communications from the University of Minnesota and her master’s degree in business communication from the University of St. Thomas. She has two adult children and remarried in February 2023. She is now blessed with a young stepdaughter as well.
When Ann isn’t busy typing away on her laptop for her clients or for fun, she enjoys reading. Her favorite authors include Colleen Hoover, Jodi Picoult, and Kristin Hannah. Ann also enjoys spending time outdoors, working out on the Peloton, and taking her son’s basset hound for daily walks.

Business and Industrial Appreciation Day (BIAD)
2026-10-26 11:00 - 13:00 | Carlos Creek, 6693 County Rd. 34 NW, Alexandria, 56308
The Business & Industrial Appreciation Day (BIAD) event has honored a Douglas County company each year since 1984, and is recognized as one of the largest and longest standing annual events of its type in greater Minnesota. Annually, one company from the region is selected as the BIAD recipient based upon the following factors: Impact of the business on the job market, impact of the business on the local economy, capital investment (an indication of commitment by the business to increase community capacity), and community contributions (evidence of the business’ investment of time, skills, and resources to assist in community oriented projects).
More details to come!
This event is put on by the Alexandria Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce and the Alexandria Area Economic Development Commission.

Geometry of a Leader
2026-10-27 07:30 - 11:45 | Broadway Ballroom Event Center & Catering, 115 30th Ave. E, Alexandria, MN, United States
Designed specifically for the business community, Geometry of a Leader addresses one of today’s greatest challenges: leading effectively in difficult times. The workshop provides a focused retreat experience where participants will explore practical ways to lead with greater presence, humility, and courage – three foundational characteristics of impactful leadership.
During the program, attendees will learn how to be more present with the people they serve, humble enough to seek the wisdom of others, and courageous enough to follow their vision despite challenges. Participants will leave inspired and empowered to confidently pursue their call to lead and make a positive impact within their organizations and the broader community.
The workshop, hosted by the Alexandria Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce and Alexandria Area Economic Development Commission in partnership with Youth Frontiers, will be held Tuesday, October 27, at the Broadway Ballroom Event Center, 115 30th Ave. E. Networking begins at 7:30 a.m. with the program running from 8 to 11:45 a.m. A light breakfast and coffee will be provided. Registration is $100 per person; attendance is limited to the first 50 registrants.
Tickets can be purchased online at AlexandriaMN.org. Registration deadline is October 20. For additional information, call 320-763-3161 or email info@alexandriamn.org.
