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15 Best Hiking Trails in Minnesota!

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Jeffers Petroglyphs, Comfrey, MN

The trails at the Jeffers Petroglyphs historic site are not so much about the hike as the history. What makes this short loop one of the best in Minnesota is that it showcases the natural prairie…
The trails at the Jeffers Petroglyphs historic site are not so much about the hike as the history.…

The 10 Best Breweries in Minnesota!

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Schell's Brewery, New Ulm, MN

It may be strange to think that the oldest and largest brewery in Minnesota makes some of the state’s best beers, but it does. It’s flagship Grain Belt lager, the go-to cheap brew for…
It may be strange to think that the oldest and largest brewery in Minnesota makes some of the…

The 9 Best Wineries in Minnesota!

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Morgan Creek Vineyards, New Ulm, MN

Featuring Minnesota’s only underground aging cellar, Morgan Creek makes its wines in naturally-ideal temperatures, which is apparent in its final products. On Saturday nights from May through…
Featuring Minnesota’s only underground aging cellar, Morgan Creek makes its wines in…

The 8 Best Festivals in Minnesota!

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Oktoberfest, New Ulm, MN

Settled by Germans, named after a German city, and home to Minnesota’s biggest brewery, New Ulm boasts the best Oktoberfest celebration in the state. Two weekends of events engulf this town,…
Settled by Germans, named after a German city, and home to Minnesota’s biggest brewery, New…

Crispy Perfection: Best Places for Fried Chicken in Minnesota

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Carl’s Corner, Essig, MN

Viewers of WCCO, the CBS affiliate in the Twin Cities, gave Carl’s Corner the nod for the best fried chicken in the state. And they’re probably not exaggerating. In a town with a…
Viewers of WCCO, the CBS affiliate in the Twin Cities, gave Carl’s Corner the nod for the…

The 8 Best Bars in Minnesota!

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Number 4 American Bar and Kitchen, Mankato, MN

Yes, Number 4 may well be the fanciest bar in Mankato, but it also exudes an air of cool that’s rare in Central Minnesota. On the other hand, that may just be the whiskey talking. And it…
Yes, Number 4 may well be the fanciest bar in Mankato, but it also exudes an air of cool…

The 10 Best Garden Centers and Nurseries in Minnesota!

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Drummers Garden Center & Floral, Mankato, MN

Drummers Garden Center & floral boasts four acres of outdoor display area, along with garden products, seeds, vegetables, annuals, succulents, and more than 800 perennials. Landscaping experts…
Drummers Garden Center & floral boasts four acres of outdoor display area, along with garden…

The 8 Best Pet Stores in Minnesota!

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Pet Expo, Mankato, MN

Pet Expo is a 28,000-square-foot, full-line pet store—the largest in Southern Minnesota. In addition to pet supplies for a wide range of furry, feathered, and scaled friends, the store also…
Pet Expo is a 28,000-square-foot, full-line pet store—the largest in Southern Minnesota. In…

The 7 Best Tanning Salons in Minnesota!

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Indulge Salon & Tanning, North Mankato, MN

Indulge Salon & Tanning in North Mankato is an extremely well-reviewed, full service salon and day spa that also offers tanning services. With all levels of tanning, including both UV and…
Indulge Salon & Tanning in North Mankato is an extremely well-reviewed, full service salon and…

The 9 Best Karaoke Bars in Minnesota!

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The Loose Moose Saloon, Mankato, MN

You can let your hair down and your voice out two nights a week at the Loose Moose Saloon in downtown Mankato. The Loose Moose’s karaoke nights are Friday and Saturday, with alternating hosts,…
You can let your hair down and your voice out two nights a week at the Loose Moose Saloon in…
Best Things In & Around Alpha, MN
The 6 Best Places for Fried Chicken in Minnesota!

Carl’s Corner, Essig, MN

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Viewers of WCCO, the CBS affiliate in the Twin Cities, gave Carl’s Corner the nod for the best fried chicken in the state. And they’re probably not exaggerating. In a town with a… Read More
Events around Alpha, MN
Sep
24

Lakefield Oktoberfest

11:00 AM
North City Park, Lakefield, MN
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Oct
06

Spring Gift and Craft Show

10:00 AM
Odin Craft Mill, Odin, MN
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Oct
06

Odin Craft Mill Spring Show

10:00 AM
Odin Craft Mill, Odin, MN
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Oct
07

Spring Gift and Craft Show

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Odin Craft Mill, Odin, MN
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Oct
07

Odin Craft Mill Spring Show

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Odin Craft Mill, Odin, MN
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Oct
08

Spring Gift and Craft Show

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Odin Craft Mill, Odin, MN
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Oct
08

Odin Craft Mill Spring Show

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Odin Craft Mill, Odin, MN
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Jackson Skatepark

Jackson Skatepark
80 West Ashley Street,First Street, Jackson, MN
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Windom Skatepark

Windom Skatepark
4th Avenue and 17th Street, Windom, MN
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Watonwan County Fair

Watonwan County Fair
53 11th Street South, Saint James, MN
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Jeffers Petroglyphs

Jeffers Petroglyphs
27160 County Road 2, Comfrey, MN
Jeffers Petroglyphs is a living sacred site that has been used by various cultural groups for thousands of years. Today many of the people whose an... Read More

Worthington Skatepark

Worthington Skatepark
Oxford Street, Worthington, MN
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