Oletoberfest

Copper Trail Brewing is teaming up with the Runestone Museum to raise money for the Big Ole Fund, which goes to support the preservation and legacy of Alexandria’s favorite Viking.

This year’s Oletoberfest celebration will be held September 8-10 and will feature live music, food, beer, games, kids’ activities, local artists and vendors, and so much more!

Schedule of Events:

FRIDAY, 9/8  TAPROOM OPEN 11 A.M. - 11 P.M.

Food Truck - Smokin’ Brews n’ Ques

2:00-4:00 - Kickoff happy hour on the patio

Junkin' Market Days

Junkin’ Market Days®, is a curated market featuring unique products such as boutique clothes, jewelry, home decor, furniture, candles, gourmet foods, and lots more! This is a place for shoppers who are serious about shopping & fun! Everyone is welcome to attend. Admission is just $5 at the door.

George Scot Performs at Twin Cities Premium Outlets - Free Community Event

Twin Cities Premium Outlets is excited to announce a new “Saturdays at the Outlets” series, inviting the community to shop, dine and unwind with live music, food and beverage specials, including beer and wine from Hitch n Sip, and family-friendly lawn games. Spend $50 or more at any Twin Cities Premium Outlets retailer and receive a free drink ticket (beer or wine). Saturdays, Sept. 9-30, 2023 – 12 pm to 4 pm

George Scot Performs at Twin Cities Premium Outlets - Free Community Event

Twin Cities Premium Outlets is excited to announce a new “Saturdays at the Outlets” series, inviting the community to shop, dine and unwind with live music, food and beverage specials, including beer and wine from Hitch n Sip, and family-friendly lawn games. Spend $50 or more at any Twin Cities Premium Outlets retailer and receive a free drink ticket (beer or wine). Saturdays, Sept. 9-30, 2023 – 12 pm to 4 pm

George Scot Performs at Twin Cities Premium Outlets - Free Community Event

Twin Cities Premium Outlets is excited to announce a new “Saturdays at the Outlets” series, inviting the community to shop, dine and unwind with live music, food and beverage specials, including beer and wine from Hitch n Sip, and family-friendly lawn games. Spend $50 or more at any Twin Cities Premium Outlets retailer and receive a free drink ticket (beer or wine). Saturdays, Sept. 9-30, 2023 – 12 pm to 4 pm

Friends Autumn Book Sale

Shop for used books at great prices! Nonfiction and fiction for all ages. We will also have an abundance of good quality cookbooks, kids books, audio books, DVDs, music CDs, sheet music, and vinyl records at this sale. All proceeds benefit the Rochester Public Library. Friday, Oct 13 10-5:30 Saturday, Oct 14 10-5:30 Sunday, Oct 15 12-4

FREE Admission to the History Center by Think Bank

If you're looking for an educational, engaging, and affordable attraction in Rochester, the History Center has you covered! Our exhibits explore the extraordinary and everyday stories of Olmsted County and Rochester: the founding of Mayo Clinic, pioneers homesteading the prairie, family farmers feeding the state and nation, and entrepreneurs building businesses.
Our exhibits change out often and contain fascinating local history facts.

Daniel Switch Performs at Twin Cities Premium Outlets - Free Community Event

Twin Cities Premium Outlets is excited to announce a new “Saturdays at the Outlets” series, inviting the community to shop, dine and unwind with live music, food and beverage specials, including beer and wine from Hitch n Sip, and family-friendly lawn games. Spend $50 or more at any Twin Cities Premium Outlets retailer and receive a free drink ticket (beer or wine). Saturdays, Sept. 9-30, 2023 – 12 pm to 4 pm

Daniel Switch Performs at Twin Cities Premium Outlets - Free Community Event

Twin Cities Premium Outlets is excited to announce a new “Saturdays at the Outlets” series, inviting the community to shop, dine and unwind with live music, food and beverage specials, including beer and wine from Hitch n Sip, and family-friendly lawn games. Spend $50 or more at any Twin Cities Premium Outlets retailer and receive a free drink ticket (beer or wine). Saturdays, Sept. 9-30, 2023 – 12 pm to 4 pm