Douglas County Community Calendar

Events for the Alexandria/Douglas County area

christmas events in alexandria

Winter Wineland

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Sip your way through the most wonderful time of the year with exclusive holiday cocktails/mocktails, crafted only for this seasonal pop-up: Winter Wineland.

 

Enjoy our full cider and wine menu as well, and then extend the celebration by visiting 22 Northmen Brewing Company’s Tinsel Taproom next door for a heavy dose of holiday kitsch and nostalgia. Features exclusive holiday-themed beer cocktails alongside the regular tap menu and seasonal wood-fired pizzas.

Carlos Creek in Alexandria, Minnesota is a must-visit destination for holiday travelers in the Midwest.

Come sip, celebrate, and settle in for a winter escape where Christmas feels timeless, cozy, and just a little bit fancy.

Open 12/2/26-1/3/27 anytime the winery is open.
Monday – Tuesday | 12-6
🍷Wednesday – Saturday| 12-8
🍷Sunday | 11-6
❄️Winter Wineland Hours 1/2/27 & 1/3/27*❄️
🍷Saturday 12-8
🍷Sunday 11-6
*closed Dec 24, Dec 25, and Jan 1

MN Made Christmas Market 2026

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MN Made Christmas Market at Carlos Creek – November 28, 2026, 12-5 PM

Step into the holiday spirit at our MN Made Christmas Market 2026  on Saturday, November 28 from 12-5 PM! This magical event is the perfect way to make cherished memories with loved ones while supporting local vendors and enjoying festive activities. Bring a food-shelf donation and get a $2 off anything on property!

✨ Shop one-of-a-kind, handmade gifts from local artisans:

Vendor list to be announced!

Highlights of the MN Made Christmas Market include:

    • 12:00-5:00 pm –
      • Shopping with MN made vendors
      • Bring a non-perishable food item donation and get a $2 off food or sips
      • Llama Cakes cookie decorating (purchase for on-site or take-home)
      • Holiday cocktails + n/a refresher available for purchase
      • Hot Cocoa Station – n/a or spiked for purchase
      • Letters to santa station
    • 12:00-4:00 pm –
      • Meet and greet with Santa
        • photobooth photos available!
    • 12:45pm, 1:45pm, 2:45pm –
      • Story time with Santa
    • 1:00-5:00 pm –
      • Live Christmas music 

    other fun: outdoor holiday beer poking, winery music, brewery music

 

Bring your family, enjoy the festive ambiance, and complete your holiday shopping at one of the most anticipated holiday markets in Minnesota. Whether you’re searching for unique, handcrafted gifts or looking to create new holiday traditions, the MN Made Christmas Market at Carlos Creek in Alexandria, Minnesota Saturday, November 28, 2026 is a must-visit! A Thanksgiving weekend tradition in Minnesota!