A Culinary Journey to the 1893 Chicago World's Fair

A multi-course dining experience inspired by the remarkable culinary history of America’s railways.

November at Painted Prairie

Our offseason schedule is experience-based rather than traditional weekly hours. Check our monthly calendar to discover what’s happening in November.

Holiday Events

Celebrate the season with a holiday party for family, friends, or your company team. Let Painted Prairie be the place where you gather, celebrate, and create memories worth carrying into the new year.

Private Events

Bring your favorite people together in a setting unlike any other. Our fully integrated venues bring together your people, your event, and breathtaking views, offering you endless opportunities to create more than an event – an unforgettable experience for your guests.

Private Experiences

Painted Prairie’s Private Experiences are designed for smaller gatherings of up to 20 guests. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, planning a bachelorette party, marking a milestone, or simply looking for a reason to get together, enjoy a special experience on the prairie without the planning of a larger event.

Weddings

Surrounded by vineyard views and the beauty of the prairie, Painted Prairie offers an intimate setting where your wedding becomes more than a day—it becomes an experience.

Glamping at the Vineyard

A place to reconnect… your vineyard getaway in Southwest Minnesota

Our Tasting Room

Public Hours Resume November 27th!
Friday 3-9 pm  |  Saturdays, 3-9 pm

Experience Painted Prairie

November – May | A NEW Way to taste on the prairie!!

As we head into the quieter months, we’re embracing a new way to welcome you.

Rather than offering traditional weekly tasting room hours, we’re creating more opportunities to gather, celebrate, dine, and enjoy thoughtfully planned experiences.

Pour Your Own Adventure

Come

Select Public Tasting Room Dates

Our tasting room hours will be available on select weekends each month. We still love welcoming our community for a casual glass of wine, good food, and conversation.

Watch our monthly calendar for open tasting room dates.

No reservations are needed unless otherwise noted.

Dine

Signature Dining Experiences

Each month, choose from seasonal dining adventures to our special culinary events, and discover something beyond an ordinary night out.

These experiences will be offered on select dates with advance reservations or tickets.

The seasons may change, but there's always something to experience at Painted Prairie!

Gather

Private Experiences for 10–20 Guests

Some occasions deserve more than an ordinary table reservation.

Gather your friends, family, or coworkers for a private experience featuring shared food, wine, and time together.

Advance reservations required. See our calendar of available weekends.

Celebrate

Private Events, Corporate Gatherings & Weddings

From bridal showers and milestone celebrations to company gatherings and intimate weddings, Painted Prairie offers a beautiful setting for bringing people together.

Our spaces are available for private bookings throughout the year, including dates when the tasting room is not open to the public. See our calendar of available weekends.

Choose your adventure. We'll help make it memorable.

Stay

Seasonal Glamping | May–October

Experience the prairie in a whole new way with an overnight stay in one of our glamping accommodations.

Our glamping season returns in the spring.

Our offseason schedule is experience-based rather than traditional weekly hours.

  • Open Tasting Room Dates: Walk-ins welcome during posted hours.
  • Dining Experiences: Advance reservations or tickets required.
  • Private Gatherings & Events: Available by advance booking.
  • Other Dates: The tasting room is not open for general

walk-in service unless listed on our calendar.

There’s always a reason to gather at Painted Prairie.

Check our monthly calendar to discover what’s happening next.

 

Order Painted Prairie wine delivered to your home! Get yours here!

 

Indulge. Nosh. Sip.

Gather at the table

At our vineyard, food is meant to be shared — just like great stories and exceptional wine. Our menu is thoughtfully crafted with abundant, seasonal plates designed for the center of the table. From artisan cheeses and rustic flatbreads to vibrant garden dishes and savory small bites, each offering invites guests to pass, pour, and savor together.

Inspired by the rhythm of the vines and the flavors of the harvest, our shareable selections pair beautifully with every glass, encouraging connection, conversation, and a little lingering. Because the best moments — like the best wines — are meant to be shared.

Local. wine. EVENTS.

Good People, Great Times, Amazing Blends

Back in 2014, Andy and Krista Kopperud were searching for a place to call “home” for them and their young family.  They were drawn to wide open spaces and a down-home community.  Little did they know the vines were calling…

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Welcome aboard The Great Railway Dining Experience.

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Tried & True... or Something New? 🍷

We have a very important question for you this #WineWednesday.

Are you reaching for a familiar favorite, or do you love discovering something new?

Tell us what you're sipping! We might just help you discover your next Painted Prairie favorite.
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Imagine stepping back to a time when traveling by train wasn't just about getting somewhere. It was about the journey, the people you met, and the unforgettable meals served along the way.

On November 21, Painted Prairie invites you to experience a taste of that history with The Great Railway Dining Experience!

Enjoy a thoughtfully crafted four-course dinner inspired by historic railway recipes, with each course paired with Painted Prairie wine.

It's a little history, a little adventure, and a whole lot of delicious.

✨ Four courses.
🍷 Thoughtful wine pairings.
🚂 A journey through America's railway dining traditions.

Gather your favorite people and reserve your seats for November 21!

Get your ticket by clicking on the link in our Bio! We can't wait to host you on the Prairie!
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