Available Wedding Dates for 2026 in Minnesota – Saturdays Are Going Fast
Remaining 2026 Saturdays at Adler Ranch Wedding Venue in Minnesota
2026 is already shaping up to be one of the busiest wedding years we’ve seen. Between once-in-a-decade number-pattern dates, long weekends, and Minnesota’s short but beautiful outdoor season, Saturday availability is already getting tight. Here at Adler Ranch, we host weddings from May through mid-October, focusing on just one wedding per weekend. That’s intentional. This isn’t a “wedding factory” that cycles through events back-to-back — it’s our home. We live here, and each celebration takes days of setup, care, and cleanup to do it right. Limiting ourselves to one wedding per weekend means couples get our full attention, but it also means our calendar fills faster than most venues.
If your plans include a 2026 wedding, now’s the time to reach out. Some symmetry dates like 08/08 have already been booked, but 06/06/26 — one of the most sought-after number dates of the decade — is still available as of today. Below you’ll find our current 2026 availability, month by month, along with the most popular weekends and the open Saturdays still waiting for a great match.
2026 Wedding Dates — A Year of Limited Saturdays
May 2026
May is the true start of wedding season in Minnesota. The grass is green again, the trees are full, and everything feels new after a long winter. It’s the month where the ranch really wakes up.
Number of Saturdays: 5
Open Dates Remaining: 2; May 16, 2026 and May 23, 2026
Interesting Dates Still to Consider:
• May 16 – early-season garden color and mild weather
• May 23 – Memorial Day weekend
June 2026
June is one of the most requested months at Adler Ranch. The days are long, the landscape is fully green, and evenings stretch on under string lights and open skies.
Number of Saturdays: 4
Open Dates Remaining: 0
Memorable Dates That Booked Early:
• June 6 – 06/06, the symmetry date that everyone wanted
• June 20 – the weekend before the solstice, warm and photogenic
July 2026
July at the ranch is peak summer: bright, green, and filled with long, golden evenings. Couples who love outdoor receptions often choose this month.
Number of Saturdays: 4
Open Dates Remaining: 1 July 11, 2026
A Note About July Weekends:
The Fourth of July holiday weekend is always closed so our family can enjoy time together on the Minnesota lakes. It’s one of the few weekends we reserve for ourselves every year.
Our annual Retro Market also takes place the last Friday and Saturday of July, so that weekend is set aside for our antique vendors, food, and community guests. That leaves the middle weekends of July open for weddings.
Interesting Dates Still to Consider:
• July 11 – long daylight hours and deep green landscape
August 2026
August is ideal for couples who want warm nights and mature landscaping. It’s the month where summer meets the edge of fall, and everything feels calm and full.
Number of Saturdays: 5
Open Dates Remaining: 3, August 8, August 15 and August 29
Memorable Dates:
• August 8 – 08/08, that repeating number date couples love, STILL AVAILABLE
Interesting Dates Still to Consider:
• August 15 – perfect balance of warmth and color
• August 29 – late-summer sunsets that last forever
September 2026
September is prime wedding season in Minnesota. The heat fades, evenings cool down, and the first touches of fall start to show in the trees.
Number of Saturdays: 4
Memorable Dates That Booked Early:
• September 12 – the weekend that bridges summer and fall
• September 19 – beautiful weather, early harvest light
Interesting Dates Still to Consider:
• September 5 – Labor Day weekend, perfect for travel guests
• September 26 – crisp air, early color, and stunning photos
October 2026
October closes out the season, and it’s hard to beat the atmosphere. Golden trees, cozy lighting, and cool evenings make it one of the most photogenic months on the calendar.
Number of Saturdays: 3
Open Dates Remaining: 2; 10/10/2026 and 10/17/2026
Memorable Dates :
• October 10 – 10/10, one of the most requested symmetry dates in years STILL AVAILABLE
Interesting Dates Still to Consider:
• October 17 – peak fall foliage across central Minnesota
Saturday Dates Go First
We see it every year — couples fall in love with a date, sometimes the same one as dozens of others, and it’s already gone. The takeaway? Book early. Whether you’re set on a number, a season, or that perfect lighting for golden-hour photos, early planning gives you the most options.
Key Takeaway for 2026 Couples
With so few Saturdays and so many memorable date patterns, 2026 will book quickly. If your dream wedding falls between May and mid-October, securing your date early guarantees your first choice of season, vendors, and that golden-hour light the ranch is known for.
How to Reserve Your Date
Contact us and we’ll get you all set up!
The Friendly faces behind Adler Ranch
Meet Marlys and Kurt — the faces you’ll see when you pull up the long driveway at Adler Ranch. We’re the owners, hosts, and hands-on crew making sure your day feels unforgettable.
We know finding the right venue isn’t just about a pretty space — it’s about finding people you trust with one of the biggest days of your life. If you think Adler Ranch might be the right fit, we’d love to meet you. You can contact us here to ask about open dates or schedule a visit. We’re located just outside Alexandria, Minnesota — about two hours from both Minneapolis and Fargo — and we’ll have the coffee ready and the lights on.
