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The team at Carlos Creek Winery is thrilled to announce the fifth consecutive win at the Minnesota Bride ‘Best Of’ Awards! The 2024 Minnesota Bride Awards, held on July 16 at Equestria West, recognized The Grand Hall as “Best Alexandria/Detroit Lakes Area Venue” for the second year in a row!
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Best Alexandria / Detroit Lakes Area Venue
After taking home Best Winery Venue in 2020 and 2021, Best Central Minnesota Venue in 2022, and Best Alexandria/Detroit Lakes Area Venue in 2023, we couldn’t be more proud to be recognized as a winner again in 2024. Bold North Cellars was a finalist for Best Alexandria / Detroit Lakes Area Venue and Best Winery Venue. The team took home the win for Best Alexandria/Detroit Lakes Area Venue.
“We are just so excited to have won another year of an MN Bride ‘Best Of’ venue award! Our entire team plays a role in the success of our weddings and events and we can’t thank them enough for the outstanding experience they provide to our couples,” said Carlos Creek Winery Co-Owner Michelle Bredeson.
Minnesota Bride’s Best of Awards honor the most innovative and creative talents. Through an open voting process held online, peers select the winners making recognition even more special.
Located in the beautiful Alexandria Lakes Area, The Grand Hall is an upscale winery and brewery venue. We provide exceptional service with a proven planning process and unique inclusions. A celebration venue of unparalleled beauty on the Carlos Creek Winery and 22 Northmen Brewing Co. grounds, The Grand Hall combines unforgettable food, wine, and beer for a dream wedding day experience.
“We love our couples and making their day one to remember,” said Client Relations and Event Manager Shelby Arechigo.
A big cheers to all the 2024 nominees and winners! We’re so thankful to be able to work with the best in the Minnesota wedding industry. A special shoutout and our friends at Paint My Wedding Day for taking home ‘Best Wedding Day Entertainment (Non-Musical).’ Furthermore, Arrowwood Resort and Conference Center and Lakeside Ballroom deserve recognition for being finalists in the Best Alexandria / Detroit Lakes Area Venue category.
Lastly, we extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who has chosen to celebrate their big day with us over the years, our incredible team, our Lakes Area Community, and Minnesota Bride for your amazing support of the Minnesota wedding industry.
“We are so honored to have the privilege of supporting our couples as they start their lives together,” said Bredeson. “We are intentional in everything we do and we’re always thinking of new ways we can provide an exceptional experience that will be remembered for many years to come. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts to everyone who has shown us such support over the years.”
This award is a reflection of our passion, dedication, and love for what we do. We’re excited to continue creating unforgettable experiences for our Carlos Creek Winery wedding couples.
Plan your dream wedding day at Carlos Creek
Your dream day awaits at Carlos Creek! With stunning surroundings, amazing wine and beer crafted right on site, outstanding service, and intentional inclusions — we’re here to help you celebrate one of the most special moments of your life. We still have a few 2025 dates available; contact us to start planning your perfect day!