BEER, FOOD, MUSIC, AND MORE 

FOR THIS YEAR’S 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!

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

4:30-5:00 - Big Ole .03K Walk/March from Big Ole, with ceremonial Oletoberfest tapping to follow on the patio!

5:00-6:00 - Live Music : Greg Lehrke - Live concertina music on the patio!

7:00-9:00 - Live Music : Brendan Holm House Band - High energy rock, blues, and classics!

9:00 - Best Dressed Competition (2 categories: Oktoberfest, Big Ole Look-Alike)

SATURDAY, 9/9

TAPROOM OPEN 11 A.M. - 11 P.M.

ALL AGES / $15 ENTRY INCLUDES 1 FREE BEVERAGE / COME DRESSED AS BIG OLE OR FOR OKTOBERFEST, AND YOU GET IN FREE! (NO DRINK INCLUDED.)

Food Truck - Colby’s World Classics

12:00-3:00 - Outdoor Vendor Market

12:00 - Hot Dog Eating Contest (sign-up available at the event)

1:00-3:00 - Live Music : Four on the Floor - Live polka music!

3:00-4:00 - Ole’s Olive Oil Sampling with Minnesota Market

4:00-5:00 - Big Ole Historical Presentation by the Runestone Museum

5:00-6:30 - Live Music : Brianna Helbling - Southern rock and country!

7:00-10:00 - Live Music : 2 Weeks Notice - Rhythmic fusion of country, rock, and pop!

SUNDAY, 9/10

TAPROOM OPEN 11 A.M. - 8 P.M.

12:00 - Minnesota Vikings on the Big Screen!

12:00-3:00 - Pints & Paws Dog Adoption Event with the Pope County Humane Society

5:00-7:00 - Free Big Ole Brewgo & AYBA Cash Meat Raffle

Date:  September 8-10, 2023

Location: Copper Trail Brewing

205 Broadway Street, Alexandria, MN 

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