Food & events
Note: Food trucks/vendors may run out of certain items before the scheduled end time.
Jigsaw Puzzle Contest
REGISTER HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/887909911447?aff=oddtdtcreator
Grab a friend and see how quickly you can complete a 300 piece puzzle. Prizes will be awarded to the top finishing pairs. There will also be door prizes. All pairs get to keep their competition puzzle. Tickets are $35.
HOW DOES IT WORK:
Each pair will receive the same puzzle concealed in a bag. No one will see the puzzle before the timer starts. After a countdown, pairs will open their boxes and start puzzling. A competition judge will monitor pairs and record finishing times. Once you have completed your puzzle, you may leave, or stay and work on another puzzle and enjoy a drink or two!
RULES:
- You may eat and drink while competing
- You may use box top holders and sorting trays
- You are allowed to bring extra lighting as long as it does not need to be plugged in to an outlet and does not interfere with the lighting for other competitors. These are great lights to use: https://amzn.to/3IAWd7S
- You are not allowed to distract or interfere with other teams
DETAILS:
Sunday, June 2nd
10-10:30am: Check-in
10:30am-Noon: Speed puzzling contest starts - It's your time to shine!
There are no refunds, but if you are not able to make the event, we can arrange pick-up for your contest puzzle.
Further Questions? Contact Sarah
sarah@sarahdoespuzzles.com
QuizBang Trivia
Sharpen your pencils and fill your beers, trivia starts up (again) 6:30pm with your favorite DJ & trivia host, Shane! Whether you form an unbeatable team or just come for the camaraderie, trivia at Back Channel is the place to be on Wednesday nights.
2 games ~ roughly 45 mins each with a 15 min intermission between. Prizes for 1st & 2nd place teams aka BCB gift cards...you're welcome!
Fast and the Beerious
Once Again, The highly anticipated collaboration between Eurotech and Back Channel Brewing Co. present… FAST AND THE BEERIOUS! Cruise on in for the ultimate combo - Cool Cars and Beer on the west side of Lake Minnetonka!
Every (car) participant will receive a token for a beer and a chance to win a door prize.
Join us for stellar cars, great beer, and delicious food from Montebello and Thai Thai food trucks in Spring Park. Bring a friend...or several!
If you are interested in bringing your luxury/exotic car please complete the form attached!
https://forms.gle/kKvccHnqaVdPmGJ99
*We are only accepting pre-registered cars into the show lot but show is open to all that would love to observe!
**Cars are set to arrive by 5:00pm for staging.
QuizBang Trivia
Sharpen your pencils and fill your beers, trivia starts up (again) 6:30pm with your favorite DJ & trivia host, Shane! Whether you form an unbeatable team or just come for the camaraderie, trivia at Back Channel is the place to be on Wednesday nights.
2 games ~ roughly 45 mins each with a 15 min intermission between. Prizes for 1st & 2nd place teams aka BCB gift cards...you're welcome!
BCB Boot Camp with Fit By Bridget
Enjoy the views of Lake Minnetonka with a workout & a beer!
Register online through Eventbrite. Walk-ins are welcome. Check in begins at 10:45 am, the workout begins at 11:00 am.
>Please bring a Yoga mat or towel to workout on and a water.
>Your resistance band will be provided and is yours to keep!
The workout will consist of body weight intervals using full body, strength movements for 45 minutes. Bridget will be making rounds offering adjustments and exercise options so that each movement works for you.
A token will be given out at check in for you to reward your body with a cold refreshing Back Channel beer or kombucha after the workout. Then stick around for more!
Dr. Michelle with Lake Minnetonka Chiropractic will be offering complimentary post-workout chair massages!
Karaoke with Kev
Sing your heart out at from 7-10pm as we host Karaoke Night with Karaoke with Kev! The first night was so much fun that we decided to make Karaoke a more regular occurrence. Bring all your friends!
QuizBang Trivia
Sharpen your pencils and fill your beers, trivia starts up (again) 6:30pm with your favorite DJ & trivia host, Shane! Whether you form an unbeatable team or just come for the camaraderie, trivia at Back Channel is the place to be on Wednesday nights.
2 games ~ roughly 45 mins each with a 15 min intermission between. Prizes for 1st & 2nd place teams aka BCB gift cards...you're welcome!
Taproom Closing Early
The taproom hours this Sunday May 5th will be from 12-5:30 pm, with last call at 5. We are hosting a private event. Thank you for your understanding. Cheers!
Live Music Saturday Nights - Chris Kelly
Live music lovers rejoice!
Running (almost) every Saturday through the spring, we’ll be hosting Live Music Saturdays from 6:30-9:30pm inside the taproom.
This week we will be enjoying music from our local legend Chris Kelly!
Hot Sauce Festival
Join us for the 2024 Pepper & the Spoon Hot Sauce Competition, Festival, and Market at Back Channel Brewing on Lake Minnetonka.
What started as the dream of a community of hot sauce makers who shared notes, ideas and pepper growing tips online has been given a place to call home. Hot sauces will be judged in 4 categories leading up to that days event by a series of local chefs, brewers and food celebrities. Winners will be announced during the event and some of the best hot sauce makers in the Midwest will be there to sell their products and provide samples.
With each beverage purchased, customers will receive one vote for their favorite business at the market. The market will wrap up at 5 p.m., just in time for you to turn your focus to the brewery’s outdoor Jumbotron for the Kentucky Derby.
Sign up for FREE “Hot” Yoga sponsored by Lost Capital Foods here: https://www.signupgenius.com/.../9040944ABAC28A3FB6...
**All hot sauce vendors MUST be pre-registered. Please email dj@lostcapitalfoods.com for information and contract.
QuizBang Trivia
Sharpen your pencils and fill your beers, trivia starts up (again) 6:30pm with your favorite DJ & trivia host, Shane! Whether you form an unbeatable team or just come for the camaraderie, trivia at Back Channel is the place to be on Wednesday nights.
2 games ~ roughly 45 mins each with a 15 min intermission between. Prizes for 1st & 2nd place teams aka BCB gift cards...you're welcome!
April Flowers Workshop w/ The Florwegian Flower Farm
Join us and The Florwegian Flower Farm in making a unique Spring arrangement of cut flowers in a cute Terracotta Pot on April 28th at 10:30am!
Bring your Friends to this great floral Spring class for brunchtime Sunday Funday flowers, tasty drinks and tons of fun. Learn how to make your very own floral arrangement from start to finish! We will teach you how to prep your vessel, position your greens, and place your flowers to create a uniquely you centerpiece for your kitchen table or the perfect gift to bring sunshine to someone you love. This class is designed for beginners and each participant will leave with a gorgeous arrangement they're proud to show off to family and friends. Everything you need will be provided. Purchase of ticket includes one drink.
Tickets price : $55
Preregistration/prepurchase is required for this event. Must purchase ticket to attend, this class is nonrefundable. *Space is Limited*
Live Music Saturday Nights - Matt & Laurel
Live music lovers rejoice!
Running (almost) every Saturday through the spring, we’ll be hosting Live Music Saturdays from 6:30-9:30pm inside the taproom.
This week we will be enjoying country music from Matt & Laurel!
Hailing from the land of 10,000 lakes, Matt & Laurel are one of the Twin Cities most premier acoustic duos playing over 200 shows a year across the midwest.
Combining acoustic guitar and stunning vocals, they play a variety of genres from country to rock, pop to r&b, and even some of their own originals. They love putting a twist on songs you wouldn’t expect to be acoustic. And with a generous song list of almost 300 hits from the past nine decades, their shows are full of everything from the classics to the latest chart toppers, with a sweet spot for the 90s and 2000s. They create delightful arrangements that will keep you entertained all night long, and with their charming personalities and funny stories, you'll be sure to have a wonderful time!
Karaoke with RJ the DJ
Sing your heart out at from 7-10pm as we host Karaoke Night… with our own local RJ the DJ! Bring all your friends!
QuizBang Trivia
Sharpen your pencils and fill your beers, trivia starts up (again) 6:30pm with your favorite DJ & trivia host, Shane! Whether you form an unbeatable team or just come for the camaraderie, trivia at Back Channel is the place to be on Wednesday nights.
2 games ~ roughly 45 mins each with a 15 min intermission between. Prizes for 1st & 2nd place teams aka BCB gift cards...you're welcome!
Live Music Saturday Nights - 3 Quarter Country
Live music lovers rejoice!
Running (almost) every Saturday through the end of the year, we’ll be hosting Live Music Saturdays from 6:30-9:30pm inside the taproom.
This week we will be enjoying country music from 3 Quarter Country! Here is a note from the band: We are a Twin Cities-based trio playing acoustic country, soul, and groove with a focus on vocal harmonies. We are all veteran musicians with years of experience and countless gigs played around the Twin Cities.
HIGHwaiian Party
Tropical vibes will be on full display for the festivities this weekend.
On Saturday, 4/20, we’re throwing a HIGHwaiian party to celebrate the holiday and the release of our Blue Hawaiian edition of Green Party.
Green Party - Blue Hawaiian 🌿Seltzer w/ Coconut, Pineapple, Tangerine & Spirulina (10mg)
We’ll also have live Steel Drums performed by Pan D from 1-3pm for those beachy feels, and a delicious array of tacos from the almighty @turbotacotruck who’ll be serving from 12-8pm.
QuizBang Trivia
Sharpen your pencils and fill your beers, trivia starts up (again) 6:30pm with your favorite DJ & trivia host, Shane! Whether you form an unbeatable team or just come for the camaraderie, trivia at Back Channel is the place to be on Wednesday nights.
2 games ~ roughly 45 mins each with a 15 min intermission between. Prizes for 1st & 2nd place teams aka BCB gift cards...you're welcome!
Lake Minnetonka Historical Society Presentation
**THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT** Due to seating capacity, this free presentation is currently “sold out”. If you are interested in getting on the waitlist please contact the Society at info@lakeminnetonkahistory.org or 952-474-2115.
The Lake Minnetonka Historical Society is back! Join us for “The Early History of Mound and the Upper Lake” with historian Jeff Magnuson on Monday, April 15th, 2024, 7:00 pm, at Back Channel Brewing Co. Doors open at 6:30pm. Jeff will describe the origins of Mound, Minnesota and its unique place in the history of Upper Lake Minnetonka. Beginning with pre-history, the presentation will touch on Lake Minnetonka’s indigenous people, the famous earthen mounds, early Euro-American settlement, the original Mound City as a tourist destination, and the establishment of a commercial district with the arrival of the railroad in 1900.
Charcuterie Boarding School - Level 1
We welcome back to the taproom Dawn of From the Diner for her Charcuterie Boarding School Level 1 Course! The class will be held on April 14th at 11:00am.
“Learn the art of building your own charcuterie board! You will learn the basics of food selection, folding salami, cheese cutting, and more.
What's Included: 10" plate, charcuterie, artisan cheese and accoutrements, jam jar, scannable QR code with class outline, a small gift, glass of beer/wine, instruction by Dawn.”
Registration for the event is required, please sign up here: https://www.fromthediner.com/boardingschool/p/level1
Live Music Saturday Nights - Cargill Deluxe
Live music lovers rejoice!
Running (almost) every Saturday through the spring, we’ll be hosting Live Music Saturdays from 6:30-9:30pm inside the taproom.
This week we will be enjoying music from country rock duo, Cargill Deluxe.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8AwZsLQC0NhG6KMpBNDwGg/videos?view=0&sort=da
Sauna Experience (Thursday-Sunday)
Have you seen the sauna on our south patio??
Cleanse your body with a view! Sign up for the opportunity to enjoy a sauna session by the lake as we've partnered with Voyageur Sauna to bring you a one-of-a-kind experience. For $30, you can book a 90 minute time slot where you can relax in the heat and take a cold plunge into the purifying waters of Lake Minnetonka. Each person is required to bring a swimsuit and a towel, as well as water shoes/water sandals if you plan to take a dip in the lake. Upon arrival for your assigned sauna time you will be required to sign a waiver.
Sauna Experiences are available to book Thursdays & Fridays at 4:00pm, 5:45pm, and 7:30pm. Saturdays & Sundays at 12:00pm, 1:45pm, 3:30pm, and 5:15pm.
Sign up here! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040944ABAC28A3FB6-44824816-back#/
QuizBang Trivia
Sharpen your pencils and fill your beers, trivia starts up (again) 6:30pm with your favorite DJ & trivia host, Shane! Whether you form an unbeatable team or just come for the camaraderie, trivia at Back Channel is the place to be on Wednesday nights.
2 games ~ roughly 45 mins each with a 15 min intermission between. Prizes for 1st & 2nd place teams aka BCB gift cards...you're welcome!
Pour Your Own Epoxy
Join us & Midwest Woodturners for this informative, fun class, creating your own charcuterie board or Lazy Susan!
These boards will be made with black walnut or other lighter species of hardwoods. You will choose your own colors when you arrive. Attendees will have the choice of up to 2 colors of epoxy.
This specific class will be on April 8th at Back Channel Brewing (located in Spring Park, Minnesota), from 6:00pm to 7:30pm.
Final Projects have about a three week lead time and will be returned to the location of the class for pickup. Emails will be sent to ticket holders when boards are delivered. Shipping options are available for $20 per project.
All ticket sales are final, if you are not able to attend you may have someone take your place.
All attendees above the age of 12 must have a ticket. Couples tickets will allow two people to work on one project.
Purchase tickets here: https://pouryourownepoxy.com/products/pour-your-own-epoxy%E2%84%A2-charcuterie-board-or-lazy-susan-april-8th-at-back-channel-brewing-spring-park-mn?_pos=1&_psq=back+channel&_ss=e&_v=1.0
Live Music Saturday Nights - Chris Kelly
Live music lovers rejoice!
Running (almost) every Saturday through the spring, we’ll be hosting Live Music Saturdays from 6:30-9:30pm inside the taproom.
This week we will be enjoying music from our local legend Chris Kelly!
First-Time Homebuyer's Seminar
Pam Dahm & Judy Shields will be hosting a First-Time Homebuyer’s Seminar at the taproom on Saturday April 6th 2024. Please RSVP for the seminar by emailing Pam at pam.dahm@rate.com.
QuizBang Trivia
Sharpen your pencils and fill your beers, trivia starts up (again) 6:30pm with your favorite DJ & trivia host, Shane! Whether you form an unbeatable team or just come for the camaraderie, trivia at Back Channel is the place to be on Wednesday nights.
2 games ~ roughly 45 mins each with a 15 min intermission between. Prizes for 1st & 2nd place teams aka BCB gift cards...you're welcome!
Live Music Saturday Nights - Reese Glover
Live music lovers rejoice!
Running (almost) every Saturday through the spring, we’ll be hosting Live Music Saturdays from 6:30-9:30pm inside the taproom.
This week we will be enjoying gritty country and airy folk music from Reese Glover!
Karaoke with Kev
Sing your heart out at from 7-10pm as we host our third Karaoke Night… and Karaoke with Kev is back! The first night was so much fun that we decided to make Karaoke a more regular occurrence. Bring all your friends!
Sauna Experience (Thursday-Sunday)
Have you seen the sauna on our south patio??
Cleanse your body with a view! Sign up for the opportunity to enjoy a sauna session by the lake as we've partnered with Voyageur Sauna to bring you a one-of-a-kind experience. For $30, you can book a 90 minute time slot where you can relax in the heat and take a cold plunge into the purifying waters of Lake Minnetonka. Each person is required to bring a swimsuit and a towel, as well as water shoes/water sandals if you plan to take a dip in the lake. Upon arrival for your assigned sauna time you will be required to sign a waiver.
Sauna Experiences are available to book Thursdays & Fridays at 4:00pm, 5:45pm, and 7:30pm. Saturdays & Sundays at 12:00pm, 1:45pm, 3:30pm, and 5:15pm.
Sign up here! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040944ABAC28A3FB6-44824816-back#/