Historic Downtown Albert Lea

Make a day of it in Historic Downtown Albert Lea! Overlooking beautiful Fountain Lake, our downtown shopping district boasts several easily walkable blocks with abundant free parking. Start your day at one of our downtown coffee shops, with fresh-baked goods and breakfast sandwiches. Then stroll through over a dozen unique storefronts, stopping for lunch at one of several downtown eateries. Notice the historic architecture of the many restored downtown buildings and enjoy the lush seasonal floral planters, sculptures. Visit the art centers, public library and splash pad.

Yoga In The Pines

Join Erinn for a relaxing yoga session amongst the tall pines of the Gasthaus followed by a cold beverage on Thursdays in June, July, and August beginning at 6pm, subject to weather.

The yoga class is suitable for all levels (no experience necessary). Please bring your own mat and towel.

$20 (includes a free drink).

Minnesota Mandolin Orchestra Performance

Join us for an evening with the Minnesota Mandolin Orchestra! The Minnesota Mandolin Orchestra will perform popular tunes, traditional music from the “golden age” of mandolin orchestras, and newer pieces written for mandolin groups by local and nationally-known composers.

Father's Day Highland Games

Father’s Day at Schram Vineyards
Sunday, June 15th, 2025 | 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Schram Vineyards
Tickets: $5 for guests 21+ | Free for under 21
VIP Package: $25 – Includes entry, a complimentary firkin beer pour, and a premium cigar

Celebrate Dad in bold, unforgettable style at Schram Vineyards this Father's Day! We’ve got a full line-up of fun, food, and festivities guaranteed to make it a day to remember.

Farm Aid 40 Music, Food and Farm Festival

Farm Aid's annual festival is a an all-day celebration of music and family farmers featuring a unique lineup of artists and genres, along with family farm-identified, local and organic foods as part of our HOMEGROWN Concessions®.
 Farm Aid 40 will reunite family farmers and musician activists, with performances by:
— Willie Nelson & Family
— Neil Young and the Chrome Hearts
— John Mellencamp
— Dave Matthews & Tim Reynolds
— Margo Price
— Billy Strings
— Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats
— Trampled by Turtles

Cedar Cemetery Tour

The Cedar Cemetery is the community place of rest for the town of Cedar. It was it’s own small town in every way except the officially incorporated way. Learn about the history of this ghost town, and hear the stories and remember the neighbors who lived, and are now buried here.

Biergarten

Presented by Hammer-Schlagen®, the world’s most famous nail driving game, Gasthaus’ Biergarten is open, free to the public and weather permitting, on Saturdays and Sundays in June, July, and August between noon and 6pm. Come enjoy a few Gasthaus Radlers on our front meadow both before and after eating one of the chef’s daily lunch and dinner specials. See https://gasthausbavarianhunter.com/2025-biergarten/ for a schedule of events and other news!

Summer Bliss

Embrace the warmth and vibrancy of the season with our Summer Bliss spa package, designed to leave you feeling refreshed, radiant, and utterly revitalized. This collection of treatments captures the essence of summer, from sun-kissed skin to the invigorating touch of water. Treat yourself to this blissful experience and let your inner radiance shine!

Lodging Sunday-Thursday | Starting at $136/night*
Spa Services offered Monday-Thursday