2 fall festivals, one weekend – Kidtoberfest 10/16 & Oktoberfest 10/17 – FREE ADMISSION!
Fall fun!
Eat
Sizzle Food Truck
Open summers Fri-Sun, our food truck serves up an assortment of curated eats perfect for sunny days. Or rainy. Partly sunny ok, too.
Spritz Truck
Italian summer, no plane ticket required. Delicious charcuterie, gelato, sorbet, and the summer spritz lineup of your dreams. On Thursday nights in the summer, the truck turns into a cantina serving margaritas for $2 taco night.
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.
Spritz
Italian summer, no plane ticket required. The summer spritz lineup of your dreams at our Spritz truck open seasonally.
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
Ease into the weekend with Saturday Afternoon Live Music at Carlos Creek, hosted outdoors on the Wine Patio if nice, or inside the Carlos Creek Winery Tasting Room if there's bad weather! Every Saturday during the warmer season from 2-5 PM, we feature incredible local and regional musicians, creating the perfect backdrop for an afternoon […]
You did it, school staff — you made it to the end of the year! We are so grateful for the heart, dedication, and energy you pour into our community every day. Now it’s our turn to raise a glass to you. Join us on Friday, May 30 for a well-deserved toast — your first […]
Join us for a fun cap to Memorial Day weekend at Carlos Creek in Alexandria, Minnesota! Elijah O'Sullivan is playing on the wine patio from 1-4 PM.
On Memorial Day, as we remember all who have left us, we also honor all who have served. On 5/26/25, active or retired service members enjoy: a glass of free beer 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 PM
Close out your holiday weekend Sunday with live music from 6-9pm. Sip on award-winning wines, seasonal cocktails/mocktails, brews, and Big Bruno Hard Cider — or opt for a non-alcoholic treat like our French Lemonade or Nitro Cold Brew. Hungry? Our wood-fired pizzas and shareable bites are available to enjoy alongside the music. Whether you’re winding […]
Ease into your Sunday with live music from 9:30 AM-12:30 PM during the Awake the Grapes 5k + 10k event. Sip on award-winning wines, seasonal cocktails/mocktails, brews, and Big Bruno Hard Cider — or opt for a non-alcoholic treat like our French Lemonade or Nitro Cold Brew. Hungry? Our wood-fired pizzas and shareable bites are […]
Join us as we kick off summer at one of the most beloved annual traditions hosted by Alexandria Kiwanis + Alexandria Figure Skating—the 14th Annual Awake the Grapes 5K & 10K! Whether you're here to race or just to cheer on friends and family, it’s a day filled with community spirit, live music, refreshing sips, […]
🇺🇸 Memorial Day Weekend at Carlos Creek 🇺🇸May 23–26, 2025 Join us at Carlos Creek for a long weekend filled with live music, handcrafted drinks, fresh pizza, and local eats—all set against the beautiful Minnesota landscape. Whether you're kicking back with a summer cocktail, running in the Awake the Grapes 5K/10K, or simply soaking in […]
Join Succ It Up Buttercup at Carlos Creek in Alexandria on Mother's Day, Sunday, May 11th for a fun and creative, self paced planting experience! Arrive any time between 11am to 4pm for our open house style planting event. No registration or ticket purchase required (please mark yourself as going on this event page so […]
🌷 Mother’s Day Brunch at Carlos Creek 🌷📍Sunday, May 11 | Carlos Creek Winery Grounds, Alexandria MN Celebrate Mom with a relaxed and fun morning surrounded by fresh spring air, local flavors, and family-friendly vibes. We’re serving up two delicious brunch options on-site — no reservations needed! 🍳 Sizzle Food Truck Brunch 10-3 pm📍Located outdoors […]
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