Douglas County Community Calendar

Events for the Alexandria/Douglas County area

Things to do in Alexandria

Saturday Story Hour

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Saturday Story Hour at Cherry Street Books | Alexandria, MN

Join Cherry Street Books in Alexandria, Minnesota for Saturday Story Hour, a fun and engaging children’s event for families in the lakes area. Kids will enjoy interactive storytime featuring reading, dancing, singing, and creative activities designed to inspire imagination and a love of books.

Perfect for families with young children, Saturday Story Hour offers a welcoming indoor activity and a great way to spend your weekend in Alexandria.

Friday Night Live Music at 22 Northmen Brewing

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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

Trivia Mafia at Copper Trail Brewing

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Looking for fun things to do in Alexandria, Minnesota? Put your knowledge to the test at Free Trivia Night at Copper Trail Brewing Co., hosted weekly by Trivia Mafia!

Gather your friends, family, or trivia team for an entertaining night of brain-teasing questions, friendly competition, and community fun in historic downtown Alexandria.

Trivia Mafia, a Minneapolis-based trivia company known for its engaging bar and brewery trivia throughout the Midwest, brings a lively atmosphere and challenging questions that make every trivia night an experience worth coming back for. Whether you’re a trivia enthusiast, a pop culture expert, or simply looking for a fun weeknight activity, everyone is welcome to join the fun.

Located in Historic Downtown Alexandria, Copper Trail Brewing Co. offers an industrial-style setting with a full bar, an in-house restaurant, tasty craft brews, and a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere. Make a night of it by enjoying a meal, grabbing a drink, and seeing how your team stacks up.

Best of all, trivia is free to play! Bring your crew, put your knowledge to the test, and enjoy one of the many fun things to do in Alexandria, MN.

Event Details:

  • Location: Copper Trail Brewing Co., Historic Downtown Alexandria, Minnesota
  • When: Thursdays, 6-8 PM
  • Cost: Free to participate
  • Hosted by: Trivia Mafia

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!

Christmas in the Fort

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Christmas in the Fort is a free community event that celebrates the beginning of the holiday season!

Visit with Santa and Mrs Claus, enjoy choral performances, free light refreshments, and Light Up Broadway!

Live Music by Bruce Archer at Copper Trail Brewing

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Start your Halloween weekend off at Copper Trail Brewing with live music!

Bruce Archer blends blues, bluegrass, country, and folk with masterful finger-picking and slide guitar. From college open mics, to the Minneapolis alt-rock scene, to the north woods of Minnesota, Archer’s career includes collaborating with top musicians and playing in support of the Jimmys, the Dee Miller Band, the Cactus Blossoms, Corey Medina & Brothers, Charlie Parr, and more. His Iowa roots and raw authenticity shine through his every performance.
Check out his albums on your favorite streaming channel: THE HALLOWED LAND and his new release SOME DAYS, SOME FOLKS