Events

Every Wednesday

Open Jam at Excelsior Brewing 🎶

Ready to hit the stage? Join us every Wednesday night for Open Jam at Excelsior Brewing! Whether you’re a seasoned musician, trying out new material, or jumping up for your very first jam, everyone is welcome.

This is a full-band style jam, so come solo or bring friends — sign up in person with our host Tim when you arrive, and he’ll get you matched up with the right players. Drum kit and sound equipment are provided, just bring your instrument (if needed) and your favorite songs!

Expect great music, a super welcoming crowd, cold beer, and a fun night of spontaneous live music in the taproom.

🎶 Wednesdays | Music starts at 6:30 PM 🎸 Sign up in person with Tim near the stage 🥁 Drum kit + sound provided 🍺 Great beer + great vibes

Come play, listen, or just hang out — you never know what kind of magic might happen on Open Jam night!

Every Thursday

Put your knowledge to the test every Thursday night with Trivia Mafia at Excelsior Brewing! Trivia kicks off at 6:30 PM, hosted by the amazing Bridgett, and features fun, fast-paced rounds that’ll get your brain working and your team laughing.

Grab a pint, gather your smartest (or funniest) friends, and settle in for a great night of trivia, great beer, and a great time. No cover — just show up early to snag a table and play along! 🧠🍻

Every Friday

Paws + Pints 🐾🍻

Join us every Friday from 12:00–4:00 PM for our Paws + Pints happy hour!

Enjoy $2 off pints (that’s $6 beers 🍺) while your pup gets in on the fun with free pup cups 🐶

Bring your friends or furry friends, grab a drink, and kick off the weekend the best way — together at the brewery!

🌴☀️ KICK OFF SUMMER PARTY! ☀️🌴

Friday, June 12 | 7:30–10:30 PM

Summer is here, Art on the Lake weekend is kicking off, and there's no better way to celebrate than with the International Reggae All Stars at Excelsior Brewing!

🏖️ Wear your best beach gear 🌴 Island vibes all night long 🍺 Cold craft beer flowing 🎶 Live music from 7:30–10:30 PM 💵 $5 Cover

Whether you're rocking a Hawaiian shirt, flip-flops, or your favorite beach hat, this is the perfect excuse to gather your friends, grab a pint, and dance the night away.

Let's start summer the right way — sunshine, reggae, great beer, and good vibes all night long!

See you at the brewery! 🍻🌊

Live at the Brewery 🌴🎶 Friday, June 12th | 7:30–10:30 PM

Get ready for a feel-good Friday night with the International Reggae All Stars bringing the vibes to the taproom!

Expect a high-energy mix of classic reggae, island rhythms, and danceable grooves that’ll have you moving all night long. This is the kind of show that turns the whole place into a party — laid-back, upbeat, and just plain fun.

🍺 Cold beers flowing 🎶 Live reggae vibes 💃 Dancing encouraged

🎟️ $5 Cover

Grab your crew, bring your good energy, and get ready for a fun night at the brewery you won’t want to miss!

🎨 Art on the Lake Weekend | June 13–14, 2026 🎨

One of Excelsior's favorite summer traditions returns to the shores of Lake Minnetonka! Spend the weekend exploring incredible artwork, live demonstrations, family activities, music, food, and more at Art on the Lake in Excelsior Commons.

Highlights throughout the weekend include:

🎨 Local & Regional Artists 🖍️ Lakeside Little Artists with Primrose 🌈 Paint the Port Community Chalk Art Project 🏺 Lilia Mini Bowl Demonstrations 🎵 Live Music & Entertainment 💃 Complimentary Ballroom Dance Class

While you're enjoying Art on the Lake, make Excelsior Brewing Company part of your weekend plans! We're just a short walk from the Commons and will be pouring cold craft beer all weekend long.

🍺 Local Craft Beer 🌞 Patio Seating 🐶 Dog Friendly 🚶 Just Steps from the Art Fair

Hosted by the Lake Minnetonka Chamber of Commerce.

🎸 Airborne Attraction — Live at the Brewery! (Debut Show) 🎸

Help us give a warm EBC welcome to Airborne Attraction as they make their debut on Saturday, June 13th from 7:30–10:30 PM!

These guys may look young, but they’ve got great taste in music—bringing a high-energy set packed with songs you know and love. Get ready for a fun night of rock, good vibes, and a band ready to make their mark on the EBC stage.

Come out, show them some love, grab a pint, and rock out with us 🍻🔥

🎨 Art on the Lake Weekend | June 13–14, 2026 🎨

One of Excelsior's favorite summer traditions returns to the shores of Lake Minnetonka! Spend the weekend exploring incredible artwork, live demonstrations, family activities, music, food, and more at Art on the Lake in Excelsior Commons.

Highlights throughout the weekend include:

🎨 Local & Regional Artists 🖍️ Lakeside Little Artists with Primrose 🌈 Paint the Port Community Chalk Art Project 🏺 Lilia Mini Bowl Demonstrations 🎵 Live Music & Entertainment 💃 Complimentary Ballroom Dance Class

While you're enjoying Art on the Lake, make Excelsior Brewing Company part of your weekend plans! We're just a short walk from the Commons and will be pouring cold craft beer all weekend long.

🍺 Local Craft Beer 🌞 Patio Seating 🐶 Dog Friendly 🚶 Just Steps from the Art Fair

Hosted by the Lake Minnetonka Chamber of Commerce.

Every Monday

We’re now open Mondays! 🍻

The taproom will be open Monday nights from 4:00–8:00 PM. Whether you’re easing into the week or just looking for a laid-back spot to grab a beer, we’ve got you covered.

Stop in, grab a pint, and kick off your week with us!

Kick off your weekend with The Klick Lewin Incident live at Excelsior Brewing on Friday, June 19th! 🎶🍻

Bringing jammy grooves, laid-back vibes, and the perfect soundtrack for a summer night at the brewery, this is one of those shows where you come for one beer and end up staying all night.

Round up your crew, grab a pint, and settle in for an evening of great music, good company, and easygoing brewery hangs.

Come for the beer, stay for the jams. 🍺✨

🎸 Blue Ribbon Bandits — Live at the Brewery! 🎸

The Blue Ribbon Bandits are back at EBC on Saturday, June 20th from 7:30–10:30 PM!

You know the deal—this crew always brings a fun, high-energy show with great songs, a packed taproom, and a crowd ready to have a good time.

Grab your friends, grab a pint, and get ready for another awesome night at the brewery 🍻🔥

Treat your dad and join us for Father's Day!

🎉🍻 Mark Miller Band — 14th Beerthday Party Kickoff! 🍻🎉

We’re kicking off our 14th Beerthday Party the right way with the Mark Miller Band on Friday, June 26th—and it’s going to be a PARTY!

🎟️ $5 cover — online or at the door

Come celebrate 14 amazing years of Excelsior Brewing Co. with a night full of singing, dancing, and great beer. Mark Miller Band brings an incredible lineup of hits—covering legends like The Eagles, Peter Frampton, Queen, ELO, Doobie Brothers, Heart, Rush, Poison, Rick Springfield, and more!

This is your chance to raise a pint, hit the dance floor, and celebrate everything EBC 🍻🔥

Let’s do it—cheers to 14 years! 🎉

🔥🎸🍻 The Rolling Stoners — 14th Beerthday Saturday Night BASH! 🍻🎸🔥

We’re turning it ALL THE WAY UP for Night 2 of our 14th Beerthday Weekend with The Rolling Stoners on Saturday, June 27th from 7:30–10:30 PM!

This is the night the taproom gets loud, packed, and absolutely rocking. As a Rolling Stones tribute band, these guys bring all the swagger, grit, and rock ‘n’ roll attitude—think Jagger-level moves, iconic riffs, and a whole lotta “Satisfaction” 😎🔥

🎟️ $10 cover — online or at the door

Expect huge energy, sing-at-the-top-of-your-lungs classics, and a dance floor that doesn’t quit.

Grab your crew, grab a pint, and get ready to shake it, strut it, and party like rockstars 🍻🎉

Let’s keep this Beerthday party going ALL NIGHT! 🔥

🎸🇺🇸 Milfoil Blues Band — 4th of July Weekend Kickoff! 🇺🇸🎸

Kick off your 4th of July weekend the right way with Milfoil Blues Band on Friday, July 3rd from 7:30–10:30 PM at Excelsior Brewing Company!

Formed right here on the shores of Lake Minnetonka, Milfoil Blues brings a fun, danceable mix of rock, pop, blues, punk, and funk—a little something for everyone and a whole lot of good times.

Get ready to move, sing along, and start your holiday weekend off strong.

Do you have the Milfoil Blues? 😎🍻🔥

🇺🇸 Fourth of July in Excelsior 🇺🇸

Join us for one of Excelsior's biggest and most beloved traditions as the community comes together for a full day of patriotic fun, family activities, races, parades, and fireworks!

These events are hosted by the Lake Minnetonka Chamber of Commerce and help make the Fourth of July one of the best days of the year in Excelsior.

🏃 Morning Runs & Races

• 6:00–7:15 AM – Packet Pick-Up, Registration & Merchandise Sales at Excelsior Elementary School Gymnasium • 7:25 AM – National Anthem at the Start Line • 7:30 AM – 1-Mile Run Start • 7:50 AM – 10K Run Start • 8:00 AM – 5K Run Start

🎉 Post-Race Fun in the Commons (Until 1 PM)

Stick around after you cross the finish line! Enjoy food, drinks, photo opportunities, face painting, a petting zoo, and plenty of family-friendly activities in the Excelsior Commons.

🎈 Kids Parade

• 10:30 AM – Gather in the Kowalski's parking lot to line up • 11:00 AM – Kids Parade begins, marching down Water Street and ending in the Excelsior Commons

Dress in your festive best and join one of Excelsior's favorite traditions!

🎆 Fireworks at Dusk

End the day with a spectacular fireworks display over Lake Minnetonka at the Excelsior Commons.

A huge thank you to the Lake Minnetonka Chamber of Commerce for organizing this incredible community celebration year after year!

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We're open on the 4th so come celebrate with us!

 Live at the Brewery 🎶🔥✨ Friday, July 10th | 7:00–10:00 PM

Get ready for a powerhouse Acoustic Night — Monica Livorsi is bringing the energy, the vocals, and the vibes to the taproom!

This Twin Cities singer-songwriter and keyboard player delivers bold, theatrical, girl-power anthems with serious sass and style. Think Sara Bareilles vibes — but turned up with Monica’s own fiery twist. From emotional piano moments to full-on boppin’ sing-alongs, this is not your average acoustic show.

She’s the creative force behind the 2024 debut album All About Jane — a Jane Austen-inspired concept packed with strong female energy — and she absolutely owns the stage wherever she goes. With performances at Summerfest, 318 Café, Aster Café, and Minnetonka Theatre, she knows how to bring a crowd to life.

✨ Big vocals 🎹 Piano-driven pop with attitude 🔥 Fun, high-energy performance

Grab a cold one, bring your people, and get ready for a Friday night that brings the vibes from the first note to the last 🍺💃🎶

☀️ Crazy Days in Excelsior | July 16–19 ☀️

Crazy Days is back in Downtown Excelsior! Spend the weekend exploring sidewalk sales, local shops, great food, and all the summer fun that makes Excelsior such a great destination.

While you're out hunting for deals, make Excelsior Brewing Company your home base. Cool off with a craft beer, relax on the patio, and take a break from the crowds before heading back out to enjoy the festivities.

🍺 Local Craft Beer 🌞 Patio Seating 🚶 Just Steps from Water Street 🐶 Dog Friendly

Hosted by the Lake Minnetonka Chamber of Commerce.

🎸 Bad Bromance — Live at the Brewery! 🎸

Saturday, July 18 | 7:30–10:30 PM

Get ready for a night of rock, nostalgia, and guilty pleasures as Bad Bromance takes over the EBC stage!

This Twin Cities favorite puts a unique spin on live music with an all-male rock tribute to some of the greatest female musical icons of all time. From powerhouse anthems to sing-along favorites, Bad Bromance delivers high-energy performances packed with songs you know and love.

Whether you're a fan of classic rock, pop hits, or just looking for a fun Saturday night out, this is a show guaranteed to keep the crowd singing along.

🍺 Local Craft Beer 🎶 Live Music 7:30–10:30 PM 🌞 Patio Before the Show 🐶 Dog Friendly (Outside)

Grab your friends, grab a pint, and get ready for a night of unforgettable hits at Excelsior Brewing Company!

🎶 WCCO Blues Band Returns to Excelsior Brewing! 🎶

Sunday, July 19 | Approximately 4:00–7:00 PM

We're excited to welcome the WCCO Blues Band back to the taproom for an afternoon of great music, cold beer, and good company!

Made up of familiar faces from WCCO, this talented group always brings a fun mix of blues, classic rock, and crowd favorites that make for a perfect summer Sunday in Excelsior.

Grab a pint, find a seat with friends, and enjoy an afternoon of live music from one of our favorite returning acts. The exact start time may shift a bit, but plan on joining us sometime between 4–7 PM for a great show.

🍺 Local Craft Beer 🎵 Live Music 🌞 Relaxed Sunday Vibes 🐶 Dog Friendly Patio

We're thrilled to have them back and can't wait to spend the afternoon with the WCCO Blues Band!

🎸 The Brute Squad Returns to Excelsior! 🎸

Friday, July 24 | 7:30–10:30 PM

They're back!

We're beyond excited to welcome The Brute Squad back to Excelsior Brewing Company for a night that feels a lot like coming home. For anyone who remembers the Bayside days, you already know what kind of party this is going to be.

Get ready for an evening packed with high-energy rock, familiar faces, great memories, and all the songs that made these guys local legends. Whether you were there back in the day or are seeing them for the first time, this is one of those shows you don't want to miss.

Let's turn the taproom into a Bayside reunion, raise a few pints, and rock Excelsior the way it's meant to be rocked!

🍺 Local Craft Beer 🎸 Live Music 7:30–10:30 PM 🎤 Throwback Bayside Vibes 🎉 Reunion Show Energy

Grab your friends, dust off those old memories, and join us for what promises to be one of the most fun nights of the summer!

🎶🔥 C Notes — Live at the Brewery! 🔥🎶

Get ready for a night of serious groove as C Notes hit the EBC stage on Saturday, July 25th from 7:30–10:30 PM!

Bringing their signature mix of soul, blues, rock, and funk, this seasoned Twin Cities band has been delivering the mojo for over 20 years—and it shows. Tight, powerful, and full of energy, they know exactly how to keep a crowd moving.

Grab a pint, grab your crew, and get ready for a fun, feel-good night in the taproom 🍻🎸

🎶 Shane Martin — Live at the Brewery! 🎶

Friday, July 31 | 7:00–10:00 PM

Kick off your weekend with an evening of great music, cold beer, and laid-back summer vibes as Shane Martin returns to Excelsior Brewing Company!

Known for his engaging performances and crowd-pleasing mix of songs, Shane creates the perfect soundtrack for a Friday night in Excelsior. Whether you're meeting friends for a pint, relaxing after a long week, or just looking for some live local music, this is the place to be.

🍺 Local Craft Beer 🎶 Live Music from 7–10 PM 🌞 Summer Patio Vibes 🐶 Dog Friendly Patio

Grab a beer, pull up a chair, and settle in for a fun night of live music with Shane Martin. We can't wait to see you here!

Come grab a beer with us on National IPA Day!

Get ready 🔥🎶

Retro Soul & The Westside Horns are bringing the heat to the taproom Friday, August 7th at 7:30 PM!

Big horns, big vocals, and nonstop soul, funk, and R&B hits — this is a full-on dance floor kind of night. These guys don’t mess around… expect high energy from start to finish.

Grab a pint, bring your crew, and get ready for a packed house and a seriously fun Friday night 💃🍻

🎤 Music at 7:30 PM 🔥 High energy • Big sound • Good vibes all night

✨ Taylor's Version — Live at the Brewery! ✨

Saturday, August 8 | 7:30–10:30 PM

Swifties, this one's for you!

Grab your friends, put on your favorite era, and get ready for an unforgettable night as Taylor's Version brings the music of Taylor Swift to Excelsior Brewing Company!

From country classics to pop anthems and everything in between, this high-energy tribute band captures the magic, excitement, and sing-along moments that have made Taylor one of the biggest stars in the world. You'll be singing every word, dancing all night, and feeling like you're at the real thing.

Whether you're a Fearless fan, living your 1989 era, or deep into Midnights, there's something for every Swiftie at this show.

🍺 Local Craft Beer 🎤 Live Music 7:30–10:30 PM ✨ All Your Favorite Taylor Hits 💃 Sing, Dance & Celebrate Every Era

It's as close as you can get to having Taylor herself in the taproom!

Gather the girls, grab a pint, and get ready for a night you'll be talking about all too well. 💖

🌹🎸 The Cellar Kings — Live at the Brewery! 🎸🌹

Saturday, August 15 | 7:30–10:30 PM

We're excited to welcome The Cellar Kings back to Excelsior Brewing Company!

Known for their jam-band style and Grateful Dead-inspired sound, The Cellar Kings bring great musicianship, extended grooves, and plenty of feel-good energy to every show. Whether you're a longtime Deadhead or just love live music, this is a perfect summer Saturday night at the brewery.

🍺 Local Craft Beer 🌹 Grateful Dead Favorites 🎸 Jam Band Vibes 🎶 Live Music 7:30–10:30 PM

Grab a pint and join us for a night of great music and good company!

🎶 Daniel Nathan — Live at the Brewery! 🎶

Friday, August 21 | 7:00–10:00 PM

Daniel Nathan is back!

Join us for a fun Friday night of live acoustic music, cold beer, and great vibes in the taproom. Daniel always puts on a great show, and we're excited to welcome him back to Excelsior Brewing Company.

🍺 Craft Beer 🎤 Live Acoustic Music 🎶 7:00–10:00 PM

Grab a pint and kick off your weekend with us!

Jud Hailey – Acoustic Night 🎶🍻

Join us on Friday, November 6th from 7–10 PM for Acoustic Night featuring Jud Hailey!

Jud brings a great mix of classic rock, country, pop, and Americana, all delivered in a laid-back acoustic style that fits perfectly with a Friday night in the taproom.

It’s the perfect way to kick off the weekend—grab a pint, hang with friends, and enjoy some great live music.

Let’s give Jud a warm EBC welcome!