Seasonal Activities at Carlos Creek

At Carlos Creek Winery, we offer a wide variety of seasonal activities to enhance your visit, no matter the time of year. Whether you’re here for the harvest season, enjoying a wine tasting in the spring, or celebrating the holidays at our Christmas market, there’s always something exciting happening. Keep an eye on our event calendar for seasonal wine releases, Grape Stomp, holiday celebrations, and more.

Grape Stomp Festival (September)

A Minnesota tradition! Join us for our annual Grape Stomp Festival held the second weekend after Labor Day, featuring live music, artisan vendors, food trucks, wine and cider tastings, and, of course, grape stomping competitions!

Oktoberfest (October)

Celebrate the flavors of fall with our Oktoberfest celebration at 22 Northmen Brewing Co the third Saturday in October. Enjoy seasonal beers, brats, live music, competitions, and fun activities for all ages.

MN Made Markets (June/July and November)

Kick off the summer season and the holiday season with our festive MN Made Markets – held annually around fourth of July weekend and Thanksgiving weekend (see event calendar for yearly dates). Browse handcrafted goods from local artisans, enjoy seasonal treats, and capture the spirit of the season with live music and special events.

Holiday Beer Poke (November)

Experience the unique tradition of beer poking, where a hot iron caramelizes the sugars in our seasonal brews for a rich, toasty flavor.

Fall Getaway Weekend (November)

Experience the beauty of fall in the Lakes Area with seasonal drinks, cozy bonfires, and special performances from the Lakes Area Theatre.

Spring Getaway Weekend (March/April)

Welcome spring with a weekend of delicious sips and entertainment, including exclusive Lakes Area Theatre performances and fresh seasonal flavors.

Other Seasonal Events

Trivia Nights (Wednesdays October-April)

Test your knowledge at our weekly trivia nights at 22 Northmen Brewing Co. Gather your team and compete for prizes while enjoying our craft beer and food specials. Running October-April, see event calendar for yearly dates.

Bingo Nights (Thursdays October-April)

Join us for Bingo Night at 22 Northmen every Thursday! Grab a drink, mark your cards, and win fun prizes in a lively atmosphere. Running October-April, see event calendar for yearly dates.

Soup Thursdays (Thursdays October-April)

Warm up with our delicious rotating soup selection every Thursday at Stoke Wood-Fired PIzza. Pair it with your favorite wine, beer, cider, cocktail or mocktail for the perfect cozy evening. Running October-April, see event calendar for yearly dates.

Bold North Trail (Winter, Weather Permitting)

A beautiful 3 miles of groomed snowshoe and cross country ski trails through beautiful vineyard and forest open at Carlos Creek Wednesday-Sunday 12pm-5pm (weather permitting). Access to the trails is free. We offer snowshoe rentals in the brewery. Stay tuned to our socials to check opening information and trail updates for the year. After enjoying the trails be sure to stop in the winery, brewery and pizza kitchen for beverages and food! Bring a whole crew for a day of nature and cheers.

Check out our event calendar for a full list of upcoming events!