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SUMMARY:Schell's Bockfest
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, March 7th\, 2026\n10:30am-5pm\n10:30am Presale Entry | 11am Day-of Entry\nSip Some Bock And Pray For Spring!\nCelebrate the changing seasons with Schell’s beer\, brats\, live music\, and the cozy warmth of a crackling fire! Our fire tenders will add a touch of caramel flavor to your Bock beer – it may not make Spring arrive faster\, but it will definitely keep you toasty. \nAs the last Bock is captured\, the final “Ring of Fire” sung\, and the last mug raised\, it marks the end of another fantastic Bockfest. The party doesn’t have to end there – head downtown to New Ulm for a night filled with laughter and friendship. And when it’s time to bid adieu\, remember to arrange for a safe ride home. Cheers to another memorable Bockfest! \nLocation\nAugust Schell Brewing Company\n1860 Schell Road\, New Ulm\, MN  56073 \nWhat to Know Before You Attend\n\n21 plus event. ID’s required\nNo pets or outside chairs are allowed on the fest grounds the day of Bockfest\nNo outside food or beverages will be allowed inside the gates\nBackpacks will be searched\nIt is illegal to drink on the streets of New Ulm so we ask that if you are coming early to get in line\, refrain from drinking on the streets. Festers refusing to abide by this may be cited by local authorities.\n\nLet’s have an awesome time! Bockfest is a great event where people come from all over the United States (and even the world) to enjoy a joyous day out in the Minnesota elements! Prost!
URL:https://thetastingnotes.co/event/schells-bock-fest/
LOCATION:August Schell Brewing Company\, 1860 Schell Rd\, New Ulm\, MN\, 56073\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beer,Brewery Event,Destination Event,Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T170000
DTSTAMP:20260920T165904
CREATED:20250908T192037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T192037Z
UID:2431-1759575600-1759597200@thetastingnotes.co
SUMMARY:Surly Darkness Day
DESCRIPTION:Part beer release\, part heavy metal concert\, Darkness Day is a legendary pilgrimage for stout lovers. Secure a ticket to get your hands on the iconic Darkness Russian Imperial Stout and join the massive outdoor party\, complete with epic food stations and rare beer tappings that draw fans from across the country.
URL:https://thetastingnotes.co/event/surly-darkness-day/
LOCATION:Surly Brewing Company\, 520 Malcolm Ave SE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55414\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beer Release,Brewery Event,Festival
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251004
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251005
DTSTAMP:20260920T165904
CREATED:20250905T010656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T011357Z
UID:2375-1759536000-1759622399@thetastingnotes.co
SUMMARY:Arbeiter Brewing Company's Oktoberfest
DESCRIPTION:Minneapolis’s hit brewery\, Arbeiter Brewing Co.\, will be back this year with their Oktoberfest party on Saturday\, October 4th. Details aren’t available yet so check back soon as we will update the site with full information as soon as we get them!
URL:https://thetastingnotes.co/event/arbeiter-brewing-companys-oktoberfest/
LOCATION:Arbeiter Brewing Company\, 3038 Minnehaha Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brewery Event,Oktoberfest
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T220000
DTSTAMP:20260920T165904
CREATED:20250908T192515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T192515Z
UID:2472-1758981600-1759010400@thetastingnotes.co
SUMMARY:Brühaven Craft Co.’s Oktoberfest
DESCRIPTION:Beginning at 2:00pm and going until 10:00pm on Saturday\, September 27th\, Brühaven Craft Co. will be bringing everything that you love about Oktoberfests to their Minneapolis taproom. Full details are still to be announced\, but expect live music\, contests\, food trucks and pretzels\, games and beer releases with special\, limited edition glassware!
URL:https://thetastingnotes.co/event/bruhaven-craft-co-s-oktoberfest/
LOCATION:Brühaven Craft Co.\, 2422 Central Ave NE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55418\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brewery Event,Oktoberfest
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T180000
DTSTAMP:20260920T165904
CREATED:20250909T202208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T202208Z
UID:2674-1758978000-1758996000@thetastingnotes.co
SUMMARY:Haggard Barrel Brewing's Oktoberfest
DESCRIPTION:St. Louis Park’s newest brewery and skate punks\, Haggard Barrel Brewing\, are hosting their inaugural Oktoberfest celebration at the taproom on September 27th from 1-6 p.m. There will be live music\, hammer-in-wood games\, and plenty of brats and kraut for you to enjoy. Put on your best lederhosen and enjoy drink specials! More info at Haggard Barrel’s Instagram Post.
URL:https://thetastingnotes.co/event/haggard-barrel-brewings-oktoberfest/
LOCATION:Haggard Barrel Brewing\, 6413 Cambridge St\, St. Louis Park\, MN\, 55426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brewery Event,Oktoberfest
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250927
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250928
DTSTAMP:20260920T165904
CREATED:20250905T004311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T004311Z
UID:2364-1758931200-1759017599@thetastingnotes.co
SUMMARY:10k Brewing's Anokafest
DESCRIPTION:Back for their tenth annual Anokafest (Oktoberfest)\, Anoka’s 10k Brewing will be held this year on Saturday\, September 27th. Full details aren’t available yet according to their website\, so check back soon as we will continue to update you with all of the information you need to join the party!
URL:https://thetastingnotes.co/event/10k-brewings-anokafest/
LOCATION:10K Brewing\, 2005 2nd Ave\, Anoka\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brewery Event,Oktoberfest
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250928
DTSTAMP:20260920T165904
CREATED:20250905T003846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T003846Z
UID:2360-1758844800-1759017599@thetastingnotes.co
SUMMARY:Utepils Brewing's Oktoberfest
DESCRIPTION:Minneapolis’s Utepils Brewing\, known for its focus on European-style beers\, hosts a spirited two-weekend Oktoberfest on September 19th-20th and September 26th-27th. This family-friendly event features a range of activities\, including stein-holding showdowns\, pretzel-eating contests\, and even vow renewal ceremonies. Expect plenty of their “indescribably good” beer and traditional German food to round out the experience. It’s free to attend and open to all ages –even including a stein holding competition for kids – and features music from the always exciting White Keys. This is one of the area’s favorite celebrations\, and once you experience it you understand why!
URL:https://thetastingnotes.co/event/utepils-brewings-oktoberfest-2/
LOCATION:Utepils Brewing\, 225 Thomas Ave N\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55405\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brewery Event,Oktoberfest
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250928
DTSTAMP:20260920T165904
CREATED:20250905T003533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T234209Z
UID:2352-1758844800-1759017599@thetastingnotes.co
SUMMARY:Fulton Brewing's Oktoberfest
DESCRIPTION:Every fall\, Fulton transforms its North East Minneapolis home into one of the largest Oktoberfest parties in the city. Under massive tents\, festivalgoers pack in for back-to-back weekends of nonstop live music\, an armada of food trucks\, and a lineup of beers that pairs perfectly with bratwurst and pretzels. The vibe is rowdy yet welcoming\, and the energy builds well into the night as friends clink steins and dance together on the asphalt. All ages are welcome\, though 21+ is required to drink. More info at fultonbeer.com.
URL:https://thetastingnotes.co/event/fulton-brewings-oktoberfest-2/
LOCATION:Fulton Brewing NE\, 2540 NE 2nd St.\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55418\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brewery Event,Oktoberfest
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T200000
DTSTAMP:20260920T165904
CREATED:20250905T011859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T235028Z
UID:2383-1758369600-1758398400@thetastingnotes.co
SUMMARY:Bad Weather Brewery’s Croctoberfest
DESCRIPTION:One of the metro’s most unique Oktoberfests\, Croctoberfest pairs steins of Festbier with live crocodiles and alligators thanks to its partnership with the Science Museum of Minnesota. Families can explore a mini-museum exhibit\, enjoy a bounce house for the kids\, grab a cone from MN Nice Cream\, and of course\, sip Bad Weather’s German-inspired brews. More info at badweatherbrewery.com.
URL:https://thetastingnotes.co/event/bad-weather-brewerys-croctoberfest/
LOCATION:Bad Weather Brewery\, 414 7th St W\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brewery Event,Oktoberfest
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250920
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250921
DTSTAMP:20260920T165904
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T012630Z
UID:2394-1758326400-1758412799@thetastingnotes.co
SUMMARY:Broken Clock Brewing Cooperative’s Clocktoberfest
DESCRIPTION:Northeast’s Broken Clock Brewing Cooperative’s annual celebration\, Clocktoberfest\, will be taking place this year on Saturday\, September 20th. The taproom opens at noon\, adn beginning at 2:30pm and going until 10:00pm there will be loads of live music\, food trucks\, axe throwing and plenty of seasonal beers on tap. Free to attend\, 21+ to drink\, and all are welcome. \nPer Broken Clock’s website: \n\nFREE\n\n\n\n\n\nGet ready for a full day of fall fun\, fresh beer\, and live music in the back lot — we’re going all out for Clocktoberfest 2025 and you won’t want to miss it!\nWHAT TO EXPECT:\nLIVE MUSIC:\n• 2:30–3:15 PM – Dokpetra\n• 3:45–4:30 PM – Clung Tight\n• 5:00–6:30 PM – The Confused\n• 7:00–8:00 PM – Pleezer\n• 8:30–10:00 PM – The 4onthefloor\nFOOD & COFFEE:\n• Unidos Food Co – Midwest Mex\n• Aki’s BreadHaus & WunderBar – German snacks + sweets\n• Curioso Coffee Bar – fall lattes\, cold brew & more\nON TAP:\n• Clocktoberfest Märzen\n• Hoppy Lager\n• Pocket Watch Pecan\n• Munich Dunkel\n* and all your Broken Clock faves!\nAXE THROWING all afternoon!\nFree to attend. Family-friendly. Rain or shine.
URL:https://thetastingnotes.co/event/broken-clock-brewing-cooperatives-clocktoberfest/
LOCATION:Broken Clock Brewing Cooperative\, 3134 California St NE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55418\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brewery Event,Oktoberfest
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250921
DTSTAMP:20260920T165904
CREATED:20250905T003656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T003758Z
UID:2356-1758240000-1758412799@thetastingnotes.co
SUMMARY:Utepils Brewing's Oktoberfest
DESCRIPTION:Minneapolis’s Utepils Brewing\, known for its focus on European-style beers\, hosts a spirited two-weekend Oktoberfest on September 19th-20th and September 26th-27th. This family-friendly event features a range of activities\, including stein-holding showdowns\, pretzel-eating contests\, and even vow renewal ceremonies. Expect plenty of their “indescribably good” beer and traditional German food to round out the experience. It’s free to attend and open to all ages –even including a stein holding competition for kids – and features music from the always exciting White Keys. This is one of the area’s favorite celebrations\, and once you experience it you understand why!
URL:https://thetastingnotes.co/event/utepils-brewings-oktoberfest/
LOCATION:Utepils Brewing\, 225 Thomas Ave N\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55405\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brewery Event,Oktoberfest
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T200000
DTSTAMP:20260920T165904
CREATED:20250909T155049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T155049Z
UID:2641-1757779200-1757793600@thetastingnotes.co
SUMMARY:LTS Brewing Company's Oktoberfest
DESCRIPTION:LTS Brewing Company is bringing Oktoberfest celebrations to their Rochester taproom. Live music\, adoptable dogs\, and plenty of food options are all waiting for you to enjoy. More info at ltsbrewing.com.
URL:https://thetastingnotes.co/event/lts-brewing-companys-oktoberfest/
LOCATION:LTS Brewing Company\, 2001 32nd Ave NW\, Rochester\, MN\, 55901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brewery Event,Oktoberfest
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250914
DTSTAMP:20260920T165904
CREATED:20250908T192625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T000702Z
UID:2477-1757721600-1757807999@thetastingnotes.co
SUMMARY:Fair State Brewing Cooperative’s Co-optoberfest
DESCRIPTION:Both an anniversary celebration and an Oktoberfest\, Co-optoberfest is Fair State’s annual blowout. Fest-goers can expect polka tunes\, stein-hoisting competitions\, limited beer releases\, and even quirky offerings like flash tattoos. The event always draws a loyal crowd from across the city\, turning Central Avenue into a party block. More info at fairstate.coop.
URL:https://thetastingnotes.co/event/fair-state-brewing-cooperatives-co-optoberfest/
LOCATION:Fair State Brewing Cooperative\, 2506 Central Ave NE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55418\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brewery Event,Oktoberfest
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T170000
DTSTAMP:20260920T165904
CREATED:20250910T171748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T171748Z
UID:2710-1757491200-1757523600@thetastingnotes.co
SUMMARY:Lift Bridge Brewing Company's 17th Anniversary Block Party
DESCRIPTION:Lift Bridge Brewing Co. Stillwater Taproom\n1900 Tower Drive West\, Stillwater\, MN 55082 \nSomehow\, it’s already been 17 years for our friends at Lift Bridge Brewing Company\, and they’re celebrating in full flannel style this year with their block party! \nOn Saturday\, September 13th from 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. they will be throwing the big bash featuring: \nLumberjack Shows and Camps\nBingo\nLive Music\nPlenty of Food Trucks and Vendors\nState Fair Leftovers! \nThis is a free event and all ages are welcome (21+ to drink). \nCome celebrate 17 years with Lift Bridge – just don’t forget your flannel! \n  \nMore info at https://www.liftbridgebrewery.com/
URL:https://thetastingnotes.co/event/lift-bridge-brewing-companys-17th-anniversary-block-party/
LOCATION:Lift Bridge Brewing Co.\, 1900 Tower Dr W\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brewery Event,Public Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T170000
DTSTAMP:20260920T165904
CREATED:20250910T170731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T170731Z
UID:2705-1757491200-1757523600@thetastingnotes.co
SUMMARY:Northeast Minneapolis Farmers Market: Winter Market at 56 Brewing
DESCRIPTION:Northeast Minneapolis Farmers Market will be bringing their wonderful Winter Market to 56 Brewing’s NE Minneapolis taproom this year! \nOn select Sundays from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. you can expect their joyous market where you can shop local vendors and enjoy great beverages. \nWinter Market Dates: \n\nNovember 2\nDecember 7\nJanuary 4\nFebruary 1\nMarch 1\nMarch 29\nApril 26\n\nDetails subject to change. Make sure to follow along at 56brewing.com and Northeast Mpls Farmers Market Instagram for most up to date information.
URL:https://thetastingnotes.co/event/northeast-minneapolis-farmers-market-winter-market-at-56-brewing/
LOCATION:56 Brewing\, 3055 Columbia Ave NE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55418\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brewery Event,Market
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250904T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250904T170000
DTSTAMP:20260920T165904
CREATED:20250905T012235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T012235Z
UID:2389-1756972800-1757005200@thetastingnotes.co
SUMMARY:Badger Hill Brewing's Shaktoberfest
DESCRIPTION:Hot off the presses comes Badger Hill Brewing’s Shaktoberfest details! This year’s celebration will be taking place at the taproom on Saturday\, September 27th. There will be events throughout the day beginning at 11:00am with a 5k fun run\, fantastic food options\, face painting\, Dunk the Brewer\, music and other games. The festivities go until 10:00pm\, and this is one full day of fun that you won’t want to miss!
URL:https://thetastingnotes.co/event/badger-hill-brewings-shaktoberfest/
LOCATION:Badger Hill Brewing\, 4571 Valley Industrial Blvd S\, Shakopee\, MN\, 55379\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brewery Event,Oktoberfest
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250815
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250817
DTSTAMP:20260920T165904
CREATED:20250815T155339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T155339Z
UID:2129-1755216000-1755388799@thetastingnotes.co
SUMMARY:Kielbasa Festival 2025 at Utepils Brewing
DESCRIPTION:  \nUtepils Brewing presents another edition of Kielbasa Fest- a weekend filled with music\, fun\, beer and of course\, sausage! \nMore info at https://www.utepilsbrewing.com/events/kramarczuks-kielbasa-festival-at-utepils-brewing-2025/
URL:https://thetastingnotes.co/event/kielbasa-festival/
LOCATION:Utepils Brewing\, 225 Thomas Ave N\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55405\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brewery Event
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