Welcome to Bluenose Gopher Public House. We are happy you are here.
Bluenose Gopher Public House is a taproom and cafe that serves craft beer, wine, and food to the public. It is a cooperative organization led by its member-owners, working together to create a space where community, creativity, and history collide with quality beverages and food.
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR THE 6TH ANNUAL 2026 BLUENOSE GOPHER 50 GRAVEL BIKE RACE!
Upcoming Events
Calling all poets, pickers, storytellers, comedians, and creatives—this is your mic! Join us at Bluenose Gopher Public House for a welcoming, no-pressure Open Stage Session hosted by the always encouraging Ryan. Whether you’re a seasoned performer or trying something new, the stage is yours.
This event is free and open to the public.
Skip the last-minute flowers this year… and make something way more personal. Join us at Bluenose Gopher Public House for a DIY Mother’s Day Basket Bar, inspired by the Thriftmas trend—where you build a thoughtful, one-of-a-kind gift for mom (or any mother figure in your life).
Got extra plants? Need something new for your garden? Let’s swap! Join us at Bluenose Gopher Public House for a Garden Plant Swap—a laid-back way to share, trade, and take home something new.
Gneiss Collective Presents Ben Scruggs! Singer/songwriter Ben Scruggs is an original folk/blues/americana musician from Mankato, Minnesota. His style has been described by the Mankato Free Press as “folky, fun and eclectic.”
This event is free and open to the public.
Gneiss Collective Presents: Nautical Moth! Nautical Moth is a duo that plays a mix of original music categorized as "kind rock" inspired by life experiences, as well as covers that sparked the song writing process.
This event is free and open to the public.
Gneiss Collective Presents: Eric James! Eric James is born and bred in SW Minnesota with his roots in 60's & 70's folk rock music. As an acoustic artist he covers multiple genres as well as his original songs. From his powerhouse vocals to his sweet melodies, he'll be sure to hold your attention.
This event is free and open to the public.
Mix and mingle with your fellow members at the monthly meeting! Lots of new things are coming to Bluenose, and this is where you find out first.
The 6th annual Bluenose Gopher 50 Gravel Bike Race will be held on Saturday, July 11th, 2026 at Bluenose Gopher Public House in Granite Falls, MN!
New season, new wardrobe - NO shopping required!
Kick off the new year sustainably - and stylishly - at our Fall Clothing Swap hosted at Bluenose Gopher Public House!
This event is free and open to the public.
Shop Small, Shop Local at Bluenose.
Thank you to Postcards | Pioneer PBS for sharing our story! Bluenose Gopher Public House | Season 13, Episode 11 | Aired 4/21/22
With over 300 member-owners, Bluenose Gopher Public House is a Cooperative Association craft beer tap room, local wine bar, live music venue, and idea factory located in Granite Falls, MN. Since opening in 2019, the cooperative’s mission is to “create a space where community, creativity, and history collide with quality beverages and food.”
