Are you ready to kick off summer? Memorial Day Weekend fun is almost here!
Memorial Day Weekend 2026
Drink
Wine
They don't call us MN's largest winery for nothing. Enjoy a glass of red, white, pink, bubbly, or our famous Minnesota Nice series.
Beer
Quench your Beeventurous® soul with one of our Minnesota Craft Lagers, Adventurous Ales, or Original Blends.
Cider
Named after our winery's rescue pup, Big Bruno Hard Cider offers two ciders: a year-round Dry+Dry Hopped and seasonal varieties. On-tap and in cans.
Cocktails
Shaken and stirred. If spirits are your speed, we've got a variety of mixed drinks to match your vibe.
N/A Beverages
Non-alcohol lover? Non problem. We've got delicious, non-alcoholic beverage options for abstaining adults.
Join Wine Club
Wine lovers unite! When you join Carlos Creek Wine Club you get our best and newest wines delivered to your doorstep 4x a year.
Weddings
Attending a Wedding?
RSVP yes. Get ready for a glorious time by checking out nearby attractions, restaurants, parking, and lodging info.
FAQs
One day, one thousand details. Find answers to the most-asked questions about hosting your wedding at Carlos Creek.
Wedding Pricing Guide
Your wedding and Carlos Creek make the perfect pairing. Dig into our 2025 pricing guide to see how we can make it a no-stress success.
Events
Annual Grape Stomp
Crush the grapes and the competition! Our 3-day fall festival is packed with live music, crisp wine, and a whole lot of purple feet.
Live Music
Blues, rock, acoustic, folk pop. No matter your jam, it's better with a beverage in hand. Scope our schedule for upcoming performances.
Tours
Wander the winery and venture through the vines. Our one-hour summer tours come with two wine samples and countless magic moments.
Seasonal Activities
From Spring Getaway Weekend, to Grape Stomp Festival, to Oktoberfest to special holiday happenings, our whole year is brimming.
Rental & Corporate Events
Zhuzh up your fundraiser, anniversary party, holiday party, or reunion with a variety of incredible spaces to fit any size of group.
Place A Milk Bar Order
Let us set you up with Milk Bar treats! Carlos Creek is an official Milk Bar supplier. Who’s ready to party?
Events Calendar
Sizzle food truck is back for the summer season at Carlos Creek in Alexandria, Minnesota. Serving up crafted flat-top fare on a fresh rotating menu all summer long. Join us on the grounds of Carlos Creek during summer weekends Memorial Day through Labor Day weekend (please note holiday weekend hours can vary from regular season […]
Memorial Day Weekend at Carlos Creek 🇺🇸May 22–25, 2026 Join us at Carlos Creek to kick off summer with a long weekend filled with live music, handcrafted drinks, fresh pizza, and local eats! Whether you're kicking back with a summer cocktail, running in the Awake the Grapes 5K/10K, or simply soaking in the sunshine, there's […]
Join us on Memorial Day Weekend 2026 for Sunday 5/24's 15th Annual Awake the Grapes 5k and 10k runs at Carlos Creek in Alexandria, MN! Looking for things to do in Minnesota for Memorial Day Weekend 2026? This is THE best tradition to kick off your Minnesota summer in Alexandria! The Awake the Grapes 5K […]
🥂 Sunday Brunch at Carlos Creek 🍳 If brunch is your love language, consider this your official invitation. We’re serving up more than just a meal — we’re curating the ultimate Sunday vibe from 10 AM to 2 PM, year-round at Carlos Creek Winery. Think dream-worthy brunch pizzas, perfectly balanced cocktails and mocktails, and our […]
On Memorial Day, as we remember all who have left us, we also honor all who have served. On 5/25/26, active or retired service members enjoy: a glass of free beer, cider or wine 5% off bottle/can purchases 5% off pizza MEMORIAL DAY HOURS: WINERY 12-6 PM | BREWERY 12-7 PM | STOKE PIZZA 12-6 […]
Let's party like it's 1987 Carlos Creek Winery’s newest red and white wine blends - Rewind - are made for the a phone down, in the moment, out until the street lights come on kind of summer. Wednesday, May 27, it's going down! FREE SAMPLES of Rewind wine series FREE Rewind label stickers Purchase 1+ […]
It's that time of year when all is right in Minnesota again...welcome, summer 2026 at Carlos Creek! Starting Friday, May 29, 2026, Carlos Creek switches over to summer hours. Please note: holiday weekend hours can vary a bit. These general hours will last up until special hours on Labor Day weekend! Winery 11-8 Fridays […]
Summer Yoga Series at Carlos CreekSundays | 10:00–11:00 AM May 31st June 14th June 28th July 12th July 26th August 9th August 23rd Join us for a peaceful morning of movement and breath in the beauty of wine country. Our outdoor Summer Yoga Series, led by the talented Jen Frohne of Yoga Borealis, offers an […]
🥂 Sunday Brunch at Carlos Creek 🍳 If brunch is your love language, consider this your official invitation. We’re serving up more than just a meal — we’re curating the ultimate Sunday vibe from 10 AM to 2 PM, year-round at Carlos Creek Winery. Think dream-worthy brunch pizzas, perfectly balanced cocktails and mocktails, and our […]
Start your summer weekend early with $2 taco night on Thursdays at Carlos Creek in Alexandria, Minnesota! Every Thursday throughout the summer (June 4-August 20) Carlos Creek is serving up $2 street tacos from 4-7 pm. Corn/flour tortilla with fresh pico, cojita, specialty sauce, and your choice of grilled chicken OR beef brisket. Don't forget […]
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