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SUMMARY:2026 Oletoberfest
DESCRIPTION:OLETOBERFEST 2026 \nWhat is Oletoberfest?\nOletoberfest is Copper Trail Brewing’s annual fall festival featuring live music on an outdoor stage\, beer releases\, food specials\, and various events! This is our 10th annual Oletoberfest celebrating community\, craft beer\, and of course Alexandria’s own Big Ole! We are partnering with the Douglas County Historical Society to offer programming and raise funds to further their mission of preserving our community’s history! \n  \nFRIDAY\, SEPTEMBER 11th // 11:00am-11:00pm // Taproom Open\n Kids’ Coloring Contest all weekend! Winners will be drawn for prizes Sunday evening at random! Hammer and Nail Game All Weekend! Dunk Tank throughout the weekend to raise money for the Douglas County Historical Society! (Sponsored by Carlson Dock and Barge)  \n2:00-3:00 // Live Music: Greg Lehrke on the concertina 3:00-3:30 // Douglas County Historical Society Presentation 3:00-8:00 // Petal and Pearl Jewelry: Charm Bar and Gemstone Jewelry 3:45 // Stein Holding Contest (Registration at 3:00) (Sponsored by the Alexandria Farmers Market) 4:00-6:00 // Prairie Woodcarvers Demonstrations 3:00-5:00 // Tappy Hour — $1 off pints\n5:00-8:00 // Pumpkin Succulent Workshop with Kristy’s Succulent Kreations 4:00-6:00 // Live Music: Jam Band 6:00-6:30 // Douglas County Historical Society Presentation\n7:00-10:00 // Live Music: Mid Flight\n7:00-10:00 // Late Night Lounge: $1 off wine / $1 off well drinks \nSATURDAY\, SEPTEMBER 12th // 11:00am-11:00pm // TAPROOM OPEN\n11:30-12:00 // Douglas County Historical Society Presentation 12:00-3:00 // Corn Hole Tournament (Registration at 11am) (Sponsored by Cub) 12:00-6:00 // Candle Express (Handmade Soy Candles)\n2:00 // Hot Dog Eating Contest (Registration at 1:00)  (Sponsored by Faber Insurance) 12:00-6:00 // Petal and Pearl Jewelry: Charm Bar and Gemstone Jewelry 12:00-6:00 // L’BRI Pure N’ Natural-Free aloe hand spa treatments 1:00-4:00 // Feather Wood Carving Workshop with Prairie Woodcarvers // Free guided workshop 3:00-3:30 // Douglas County Historical Society Presentation 3:45 // Stein Holding Contest (Registration at 3:00) (Sponsored by Downtown Alexandria)\n4:00-6:00 // Live Music: Jake Stack 6:00-6:30 // Douglas County Historical Society Presentation\n7:00-10:00 // Live Music: Pirate on Cassette \nSunday\, SEPTEMBER 13th // 9:00am-9:00pm // taproom open\nall day tappy hour! $2 off shareables & $1 off pints\n8:00-11:00 // Free Will Donation Pancake Feed to Benefit the Douglas County Historical Society 10:00-12:00 // MN Bloom Co Pop-Up // Build Your Own Bouquet 12:00-2:00 // Live Music: Kyle Colby
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LOCATION:Copper Trail Brewing Co.\, 205 Broadway Street\, Alexandria\, MN\, 56308\, United States
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SUMMARY:2026 Oletoberfest
DESCRIPTION:OLETOBERFEST 2026 \nWhat is Oletoberfest?\nOletoberfest is Copper Trail Brewing’s annual fall festival featuring live music on an outdoor stage\, beer releases\, food specials\, and various events! This is our 10th annual Oletoberfest celebrating community\, craft beer\, and of course Alexandria’s own Big Ole! We are partnering with the Douglas County Historical Society to offer programming and raise funds to further their mission of preserving our community’s history! \n  \nFRIDAY\, SEPTEMBER 11th // 11:00am-11:00pm // Taproom Open\n Kids’ Coloring Contest all weekend! Winners will be drawn for prizes Sunday evening at random! Hammer and Nail Game All Weekend! Dunk Tank throughout the weekend to raise money for the Douglas County Historical Society! (Sponsored by Carlson Dock and Barge)  \n2:00-3:00 // Live Music: Greg Lehrke on the concertina 3:00-3:30 // Douglas County Historical Society Presentation 3:00-8:00 // Petal and Pearl Jewelry: Charm Bar and Gemstone Jewelry 3:45 // Stein Holding Contest (Registration at 3:00) (Sponsored by the Alexandria Farmers Market) 4:00-6:00 // Prairie Woodcarvers Demonstrations 3:00-5:00 // Tappy Hour — $1 off pints\n5:00-8:00 // Pumpkin Succulent Workshop with Kristy’s Succulent Kreations 4:00-6:00 // Live Music: Jam Band 6:00-6:30 // Douglas County Historical Society Presentation\n7:00-10:00 // Live Music: Mid Flight\n7:00-10:00 // Late Night Lounge: $1 off wine / $1 off well drinks \nSATURDAY\, SEPTEMBER 12th // 11:00am-11:00pm // TAPROOM OPEN\n11:30-12:00 // Douglas County Historical Society Presentation 12:00-3:00 // Corn Hole Tournament (Registration at 11am) (Sponsored by Cub) 12:00-6:00 // Candle Express (Handmade Soy Candles)\n2:00 // Hot Dog Eating Contest (Registration at 1:00)  (Sponsored by Faber Insurance) 12:00-6:00 // Petal and Pearl Jewelry: Charm Bar and Gemstone Jewelry 12:00-6:00 // L’BRI Pure N’ Natural-Free aloe hand spa treatments 1:00-4:00 // Feather Wood Carving Workshop with Prairie Woodcarvers // Free guided workshop 3:00-3:30 // Douglas County Historical Society Presentation 3:45 // Stein Holding Contest (Registration at 3:00) (Sponsored by Downtown Alexandria)\n4:00-6:00 // Live Music: Jake Stack 6:00-6:30 // Douglas County Historical Society Presentation\n7:00-10:00 // Live Music: Pirate on Cassette \nSunday\, SEPTEMBER 13th // 9:00am-9:00pm // taproom open\nall day tappy hour! $2 off shareables & $1 off pints\n8:00-11:00 // Free Will Donation Pancake Feed to Benefit the Douglas County Historical Society 10:00-12:00 // MN Bloom Co Pop-Up // Build Your Own Bouquet 12:00-2:00 // Live Music: Kyle Colby
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SUMMARY:2026 Oletoberfest
DESCRIPTION:OLETOBERFEST 2026 \nWhat is Oletoberfest?\nOletoberfest is Copper Trail Brewing’s annual fall festival featuring live music on an outdoor stage\, beer releases\, food specials\, and various events! This is our 10th annual Oletoberfest celebrating community\, craft beer\, and of course Alexandria’s own Big Ole! We are partnering with the Douglas County Historical Society to offer programming and raise funds to further their mission of preserving our community’s history! \n  \nFRIDAY\, SEPTEMBER 11th // 11:00am-11:00pm // Taproom Open\n Kids’ Coloring Contest all weekend! Winners will be drawn for prizes Sunday evening at random! Hammer and Nail Game All Weekend! Dunk Tank throughout the weekend to raise money for the Douglas County Historical Society! (Sponsored by Carlson Dock and Barge)  \n2:00-3:00 // Live Music: Greg Lehrke on the concertina 3:00-3:30 // Douglas County Historical Society Presentation 3:00-8:00 // Petal and Pearl Jewelry: Charm Bar and Gemstone Jewelry 3:45 // Stein Holding Contest (Registration at 3:00) (Sponsored by the Alexandria Farmers Market) 4:00-6:00 // Prairie Woodcarvers Demonstrations 3:00-5:00 // Tappy Hour — $1 off pints\n5:00-8:00 // Pumpkin Succulent Workshop with Kristy’s Succulent Kreations 4:00-6:00 // Live Music: Jam Band 6:00-6:30 // Douglas County Historical Society Presentation\n7:00-10:00 // Live Music: Mid Flight\n7:00-10:00 // Late Night Lounge: $1 off wine / $1 off well drinks \nSATURDAY\, SEPTEMBER 12th // 11:00am-11:00pm // TAPROOM OPEN\n11:30-12:00 // Douglas County Historical Society Presentation 12:00-3:00 // Corn Hole Tournament (Registration at 11am) (Sponsored by Cub) 12:00-6:00 // Candle Express (Handmade Soy Candles)\n2:00 // Hot Dog Eating Contest (Registration at 1:00)  (Sponsored by Faber Insurance) 12:00-6:00 // Petal and Pearl Jewelry: Charm Bar and Gemstone Jewelry 12:00-6:00 // L’BRI Pure N’ Natural-Free aloe hand spa treatments 1:00-4:00 // Feather Wood Carving Workshop with Prairie Woodcarvers // Free guided workshop 3:00-3:30 // Douglas County Historical Society Presentation 3:45 // Stein Holding Contest (Registration at 3:00) (Sponsored by Downtown Alexandria)\n4:00-6:00 // Live Music: Jake Stack 6:00-6:30 // Douglas County Historical Society Presentation\n7:00-10:00 // Live Music: Pirate on Cassette \nSunday\, SEPTEMBER 13th // 9:00am-9:00pm // taproom open\nall day tappy hour! $2 off shareables & $1 off pints\n8:00-11:00 // Free Will Donation Pancake Feed to Benefit the Douglas County Historical Society 10:00-12:00 // MN Bloom Co Pop-Up // Build Your Own Bouquet 12:00-2:00 // Live Music: Kyle Colby
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SUMMARY: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!
URL:https://alexmncalendar.com/event/grape-stomp-2026/
LOCATION:Carlos Creek Winery\, 6693 County Road 34 NW\, Alexandria\, MN\, 56308\, United States
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SUMMARY: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!
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SUMMARY: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!
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