Summer Guide

A band performs on an outdoor stage at Lake Brophy County Park, with a drummer, guitarists, and a violinist entertaining a large seated crowd on a sunny day in the grassy, open area.
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A man wearing a life jacket and striped swim trunks water skis on a lake, creating a large spray of water as he leans to one side, with trees and houses visible in the background.
A large Viking statue with a horned helmet, red beard, shield, and spear stands on a pedestal in Big Ole Park Alexandria MN. The shield reads "Alexandria Birthplace of America," surrounded by green trees and a cloudy sky.
A man in a white shirt and gray pants swings a golf club on a green golf course at sunset, with trees and sunlight in the background.

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Our summer guide is your all-in-one source to find special events, activities, and things to do in Alexandria! Find some great suggestions below and start to Explore Alexandria.

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A family of five stands together on a sandy riverside, smiling at the camera. Trees and water are in the background, and everyone is dressed in casual summer clothes, ready for another day of adventure from the Summer Guide.

Raising a family and being a business owner in this town has been such a positive experience. Enjoying nature is a wonderful perk—whether it’s being on the lake or hiking or biking through local parks—but it's the people and the collaborative spirit that truly make this place special. Whether I’m exploring our downtown's unique shops and restaurants, or working with local businesses and non-profits, there's a true sense of support and connection that makes this community unique.

-Kelsi T.

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Summer Concert Series poster with dates, band names, sponsors, and vibrant graphics. Highlights free Summer Concert Series on Thursday nights at 7pm on the Courthouse Lawn, featuring various bands from May 28 to August 8, 2026.
Jun 04

Summer Concert Series

305 8th Ave W
Alexandria, MN 56308 United States
A black and gold logo for Depot Smokehouse & Tavern, featuring an outline of a house, the text "Built 1907" above, and "Smokehouse & Tavern" below.
Jun 05

Live Music at The Depot Smokehouse and Tavern

104 Broadway St
Alexandria, MN 56308 United States
A sign for the Alexandria Farmers Market displays hours: Saturday and Tuesday from 9 to 12, and Thursday from 3 to 6. Colorful flowers bloom at its base, with trees and grass surrounding the vibrant Alexandria Farmers Market scene.
Jun 06

Alexandria Farmers Market

200 Broadway St
Alexandria, MN 56308 United States
A colorful Saturday Art Market fills Big Ole Park with tents, crowds, and flowers. Text: "Saturday Art Market, Alexandria. Every Saturday Memorial Day–Labor Day, 9am–1pm. Live music" appears in a white circle.
Jun 06

Saturday Art Market

200 Broadway St
Alexandria, MN 56308 United States
Stylized logo featuring a black coffee cup with red liquid and white steam above it. Below the cup, the text reads "Triple Espresso" in bold, playful lettering—perfect for promoting the live show at Theatre L'Homme Dieu.
Jun 09

Triple Espresso Live at Theatre L’Homme Dieu

1875 County Road 120 NE
Alexandria, MN 56308 United States
Logo for Alexandria Technical & Community College, featuring a stylized red "A" on the left and the college name in bold black text to the right—ideal for promoting Mechatronics Summer Camp for grades 10-12.
Jun 09

Mechatronics Summer Camp – Grades 10-12

1601 Jefferson Street
Alexandria, Minnesota 56308
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A woman in a sunhat relaxes on a beach chair with a book and a drink as people play in the lake behind her. Text reads: "Lake Country Summer Bucket List—Savor the Season." Blue sky with clouds overhead.
Jun 03

Lake Country Summer Bucket List: 25 Ways to Savor the Season

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Aug 11

Why Alexandria Minnesota Should Be on Every Family’s Bucket List

A sandy beach with calm water, a tree-lined shoreline, and a clear blue sky awaits at Lake Le Homme Dieu Beach in Alexandria, MN. White buoys float in the water and a few docks with boats are visible in the distance.
May 06

The Sun is Out and the Lakes are Calling

A smiling man in a cap and fishing attire sits in a boat on a foggy lake, proudly holding a large fish with both hands after catching walleyes as the weather cools down.
Aug 30

Catching Walleyes as the Weather Cools Down

All About Youth: Children climb a rock wall with adult supervision on the left, while a child wearing a helmet rides a mountain bike on a rocky trail through grass and trees on the right.
Aug 23

This Weekend Alexandria is All About Youth

An older man in a cap and long-sleeve shirt smiles while holding a large fish beside fishing docks on a calm lake, with trees and a partly cloudy sky in the background.
Aug 23

Fishing Docks and Other Structures in the Heat of Summer

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