Carrol Henderson, renowned author and pioneer in the protection and conservation of Minnesota’s nongame and endangered wildlife species, will be this year’s featured presenter at the Gull Chain of Lakes Association’s seventh annual Gala - July 30th at Grand View Lodge in Nisswa. The annual Gala event is the Lakes Association’s primary fundraiser each year…

A wild weekend with the Central Roadracing Association on the road course for three days of Superbike racing. The IWA is on Lake BIR for two days of snowmobiles racing on open water. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

Bull riding began in the 1910s as open-arena steer riding. Not until the early 1930s, when arena chutes came into wide use, did the larger Brahman and crossbred bulls make an appearance. This event pits the competitor against a bull of 1,700–2,000 pounds (770–910 kg). To stay on the animal, the rider utilizes only a…

$1 from every beer sold (all day) will go directly to  WeARE-The Clinic. Interested in learning more? Representatives will be on hand to talk about their impact on our community. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

If you are new (or still feel new) to the Brainerd Lakes Area, please join us! We are a group whose purpose is to help new residents feel welcome in our community. Our next event is Wednesday, August 1st at 5:30 p.m. at Irma's Kitchen. Join us for appetizers provided by Irma's Kitchen and a…

Jack Franzen & Muddy Waters Band will be performing for the Free Concert. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket to sit on, a bottle of water and enjoy the evening. Join your friends, neighbors and family for a fun filled evening. The Concerts in the Park are made possible by funding from sponsors. This…

Join us for our annual Riverboat Scramble Fundraiser at Cuyuna Rolling Hills! Register here: http://aitkin.com/2018-riverboat-scramble-registration/ View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

Minnesota’s One And Only Gull Dam Beer! Gull Dam Brewing Co – named after the historic dam on Gull Lake - is located in the heart of the premier Brainerd Lakes area. The brewery is just one mile south of downtown Nisswa, on highway 371. The Iconic Gull Dam Water Wheel Building: The Gull Dam…

Join us as local musician Luke Friedrich croons and strums on the patio at Big Axe! Grab a burger, beer and a chair and enjoy. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

A 2 mile journey through the Nordic Ridge Recreation area that will present a variety of fun and challenging adventures (emphasis on fun). You will conquer walls, slippery valleys, test your skills in archery, complete a kayak course and crawl through the mud to achieve greatness and the right to be called a Whitefish Warrior.…

A 2 mile journey through the Nordic Ridge Recreation area that will present a variety of fun and challenging adventures (emphasis on fun). You will conquer walls, slippery valleys, test your skills in archery, complete a kayak course and crawl through the mud to achieve greatness and the right to be called a Whitefish Warrior.…

THE DUMP RUN QUARTER MARATHON August 4, 2018, 8:00 am The 30th annual The Dump Run Quarter Marathon (6.55 miles), sponsored by Paulbeck’s County Market, takes runners through a scenic course on pavement and gravel road. This nostalgic route takes us by the old dump, past “Smilin’ Jim’s Water Stop” on old 169 and then…

The Crosslake Recreation Area will host a free youth fishing derby for kids age 14 and under. Participants must be at the main office by 8:30 a.m. to register. There will be educational programs at 9:00 a.m. followed by fishing at 10:00 a.m. The children must be present for the duration of the educational programs…

THE DUMP RUN 5K August 4, 2018 (8:30 am) The Third Annual The Dump Run 5K, sponsored by Paulbeck’s County Market, begins at Paulbeck’s and follows the new city bike trail across a scenic bridge over the Ripple River and through Aitkin’s City Park returning over the same route to the finish line at Paulbeck’s…

Discover several booths, enjoy a paddle down the Mississippi River and experience an authentic fur-trade encampment! Please receive a free t-shirt for the first 100 participants! Event is free to the public. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

Inside its distinct water wheel building, Gull Dam has made live entertainment part of its weekend programming. Every Friday and Saturday from 6-9 p.m., there’s a range of tunes from rock to blues, country, and everything in between, and never a cover charge. BUK KLUB: This adventure started out as a neighborhood band to counter…

2018 is a milestone year for the Lakes Area Music Festival as we mark our tenth anniversary. Celebrate with us as we kick off our special gala performance under the stars at Grand View. The evening will begin with an assortment of gourmet food, wine, and beer selections; auction activities; and music. Then - as…

Come enjoy craft superior beers in a uniquely historic setting while kicking back with The French Hillbillies. A musical duo; Alexandrine Harris and Sandra Lehman. They sing and play pop, rock, folk and country. "What is a French Hillbilly? Is there such a thing? When we think of the French, we think of refinement, fashion,…

Join us for the 4th Annual Super Hero Fishing Rod Tournament - where's there's ONE MAIN RULE - ALL participants must use a 25" kids fishing rod. This is a family friendly event where costumes are encouraged and FUN is had by ALL! Proceeds from the tournament go to the CAMPERS at Confidence Learning Center!…

Join us for the 4th Annual Super Hero Fishing Rod Tournament - where's there's ONE MAIN RULE - ALL participants must use a 25" kids fishing rod. This is a family friendly event where costumes are encouraged and FUN is had by ALL! Proceeds from the tournament go to the CAMPERS at Confidence Learning Center!…

A special performance is presented each year just for youth and their families. This season's concert will feature the captivating power of music and storytelling by a chamber orchestra of professional musicians led by Marlene Pauley. The whole family will be blown away by Camille Saint-Saens’ Carnival of the Animals and Sergei Prokofiev’s Peter and…

The Lakes Area Music Festival (LAMF) was established during the summer of 2009 when co-founding Artistic & Executive Director Scott Lykins returned to his hometown of Brainerd, Minnesota with four colleagues from the Eastman School of Music (Rochester, New York). In an effort to create an outlet for their musical gifts, these musicians put on…

The Lakes Area Music Festival (LAMF) was established during the summer of 2009 when co-founding Artistic & Executive Director Scott Lykins returned to his hometown of Brainerd, Minnesota with four colleagues from the Eastman School of Music (Rochester, New York). In an effort to create an outlet for their musical gifts, these musicians put on…

Enjoy an evening with the family for this FREE EVENT! Shows begins at sundown (about 9pm) You are invited to bring: Blankets, Lawn Chairs, Picnic Baskets, coolers (no alcohol or glass bottles). This event is free to the public and all ages are welcome. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

Legacy Golf Courses – Thursday Aug 9th @ 10:00 am – 8:00 pm 11496 E Gull Lake Dr Brainerd, MN 56401‎ 4 Person Scramble Schedule: 10:00 a.m. Registration 10:30 a.m. Lunch $5.00- Brat, Chips & Soda 11:30 a.m. Shotgun start on Bobby’s Legacy 5:00 p.m. Social with appetizers and games 6:00 p.m. Awards Dinner in…

The Lakes Area Music Festival (LAMF) was established during the summer of 2009 when co-founding Artistic & Executive Director Scott Lykins returned to his hometown of Brainerd, Minnesota with four colleagues from the Eastman School of Music (Rochester, New York). In an effort to create an outlet for their musical gifts, these musicians put on…

It's Artspace Franklin Arts Center's 10th Anniversary, and we're ready to celebrate #FranklinForever! Everyone is invited to join us in reflecting on a super first decade with food, shopping, a cash bar, a speaking program, art (of course), and so, so much fun. This is a FREE community event with an open house of commercial…

Let's talk hunting and habitat at the 30th Annual Drumming Log Chapter Sportsmen’s Banquet. Have some drinks and eat good food. Win guns, gear and more. All proceeds enhance forest habitat throughout Minnesota. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

The Lakes Area Music Festival (LAMF) was established during the summer of 2009 when co-founding Artistic & Executive Director Scott Lykins returned to his hometown of Brainerd, Minnesota with four colleagues from the Eastman School of Music (Rochester, New York). In an effort to create an outlet for their musical gifts, these musicians put on…

Pink Floyd Tribute: by Run Like Hell (Light Show) Join us this summer for the 2018 Grand View Summer Concert Series! Three great shows on Thursday nights on the driving range at the Pines Golf Course. Tickets are available at The Pines Pro Shop or online at Brown Paper Tickets for $40+tax/show or $100+tax for all…

Outdoor Movie at the Crosslake Campground - The Nut Job The US Army Corps of Engineers - Crosslake Campground will be the site for outdoor movies in Crosslake this summer! Bring a blanket or lawn chairs and enjoy a different family friendly movie each month. Water Safety program begins at 8:30 p.m. and the movie…

Do you ever wonder what it takes for the musicians you see on stage to gain the virtuosic proficiency to perform a difficult violin concerto, a brilliant opera aria, or a beautiful orchestral oboe solo? Ask any musician and you’ll probably hear one answer: PRACTICE! But there’s more to it than that. Most of our…

Foxfire Festivals is happy to welcome Dead Larry to this years Field of Dreams. This band plays a powerful blend of high energy rock, dance and funk music that is incredibly fun to watch. Opening the show is Brainerd's own Zachary Strong. Zach is a young, aspiring, talented singer song writer. The quote we got…

Prior to most LAMF performances a pre-concert lecture is given to give our audience an inside scoop about the history of the music and composers that will be heard during the concert. Each lecture takes place in Tornstrom Auditorium and begins 30 minutes prior to the performance. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts |…

Prior to most LAMF performances a pre-concert lecture is given to give our audience an inside scoop about the history of the music and composers that will be heard during the concert. Each lecture takes place in Tornstrom Auditorium and begins 30 minutes prior to the performance. Scott Lykins' career uniquely blends artistic performance as…

We know you love watching our world-class performances each summer! As you can imagine, there is a lot of hard work that goes into what you hear coming from our stage. Prior to coming, musicians spend hours perfecting their own part. Then, upon arrival in the Lakes Area, we spend about five hours each day rehearsing with…

Join us at Northland Kart Country for a fun evening with your friends. The funds raised at this event will help support the programs that we provide to the kids in the Nisswa community. Thank you! View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

Prior to most LAMF performances a pre-concert lecture is given to give our audience an inside scoop about the history of the music and composers that will be heard during the concert. Each lecture takes place in Tornstrom Auditorium and begins 30 minutes prior to the performance. Scott Lykins' career uniquely blends artistic performance as…

In the hands of a master composer, the unique beauty of every instrument comes to life, and Bach, Mendelssohn, and Dvořák all exceled in showing highlighting these special qualities. This concert will feature chamber groups of both strings and winds in intricate explorations of timbre and fiery virtuosity. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd…

Prior to most LAMF performances a pre-concert lecture is given to give our audience an inside scoop about the history of the music and composers that will be heard during the concert. Each lecture takes place in Tornstrom Auditorium and begins 30 minutes prior to the performance. We know you love watching our world-class performances…

"Daybreak 2018" performs tomorrow, August 16, beginning at 7:00 p.m. at the Gregory Park Bandstand. The weather looks to be a perfect summer evening so bring a lawn chair or blanket, the kids, the grandkids, friends and neighbors, your best toe-tapping shoes and sing-along voices, and join us for an evening of favorites from the…

Lee Walsh, better known as ͞El Dub,͟ is an internationally touring one-man ͞loop͟ band,who is known for bending genres of Reggae, Funk, Hip Hop, Electronic and Jam, built with a backbone of extraordinary beat-boxing skills, along with well-crafted upbeat rhythms. This original combination continues to provide him unique opportunities to be welcomed in a multitude…

Join us on the patio to listen to live music by Seth Doud!! Everyone welcome! View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

All ages welcome! Tickets: Must have admission tickets and camping to NHRA Nationals KISS, Van Halen, Motley Crue, Aerosmith and more! View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

Classical music, meditation, and fitness come together in an hour long, outdoor yoga class at Don Adamson Field on the Brainerd High School campus. Open to all members of the community without charge or previous yoga experience; donations to support the outreach programs of the LAMF will be accepted. Mats will be available to borrow.…

More than 500 mountain bikers their friends and families will come to Crosby the weekend of August 18-19 for the Fourth Annual Cuyuna Crusher Race sponsored by the Cuyuna Lakes Chamber and the Minnesota Mountain Bike Series. Volunteers are needed for many different positions to help make the event a success. Those who can assist…

Playing music of the singer/songwriters of the 60s, 70s, and 80s. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

Rhino is a five member, high energy Twin Cities band playing an array of modern, alternative, 80's, and current top 40 dance tunes, with twists of country and other surprises splashed in. The "show" is nonstop entertainment and fun, sure to make you get up and dance. All five members bring a different element of…

More than 500 mountain bikers their friends and families will come to Crosby the weekend of August 18-19 for the Fourth Annual Cuyuna Crusher Race sponsored by the Cuyuna Lakes Chamber and the Minnesota Mountain Bike Series. Volunteers are needed for many different positions to help make the event a success. Those who can assist…

Join the Brainerd Lakes Area Rotary Clubs on Sunday, August 19th as we hit the links and raise some dough for the three STRIVE programs in the Brainerd Lakes Area. STRIVE is a proven mentorship program for high school seniors that introduces them to the world after high school, helps them work through career planning…

Paddlepalooza is a supported 5 mile paddle on Gull Lake. It's open to Paddle boards, Kayaks, and Canoes. The adventure begins on Nisswa lake and flows through a series of small lakes and beautiful waterways with a midway BBQ at Point Narrows Resort and ends up with a lakeside pizza party at Zorbaz. We donate…

Join us for the Prep Classic at Madden's on Gull Lake.This year the event is on Sunday, August, 19. We are also thrilled to host the tournament once again at the stunning Classic Course at Madden’s on Gull Lake. Special thanks to Madden’s Proprietors, Brian ’68 and Deb Thuringer, for their continued dedication and support…

We know you love watching our world-class performances each summer! As you can imagine, there is a lot of hard work that goes into what you hear coming from our stage. Prior to coming, musicians spend hours perfecting their own part. Then, upon arrival in the Lakes Area, we spend about five hours each day rehearsing with…

The musicians of LAMF represent some of the brightest young rising talents in the classical music scene, alongside seasoned tenured orchestra and opera professionals. But each year, Tornstrom Auditorium also opens her stage doors to amateur and hobby musicians in central Minnesota to perform alongside LAMF musicians! Local instrumentalists are invited to sit alongside one…

$10 Community Night. Catch a quick trip to Paul Bunyan Land before Going back to school and help support a local Cubscout Pack. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

Prior to most LAMF performances a pre-concert lecture is given to give our audience an inside scoop about the history of the music and composers that will be heard during the concert. Each lecture takes place in Tornstrom Auditorium and begins 30 minutes prior to the performance. Maestro Andrew Altenbach brings an energetic ingenuity to…

Mozart’s “Great g minor symphony” is an undisputed masterpieces of classical music, with one of the most famous themes of all time. The Lakes Area Music Festival presents this magnum opus alongside a sparkling overture by Rossini, and Ravel’s jazz-infused Piano Concerto in G major. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd…

We know you love watching our world-class performances each summer! As you can imagine, there is a lot of hard work that goes into what you hear coming from our stage. Prior to coming, musicians spend hours perfecting their own part. Then, upon arrival in the Lakes Area, we spend about five hours each day rehearsing with…

Enjoy live music by Dariann Leigh and Gawker Slowdown while overlooking the spectacular views of Serpent lake at Cuyuna Lakes Chamber’s Music in the Park event on Thursday, August 23. The free, family fun event will feature music, food, games and more at Crosby’s Memorial Park from 5 to 8 p.m. Dariann Leigh is a…

Join us for this annual dinner at the Farm at St Mathias. 5 pm starts the social hour with appetizers and a cash bar. 6 pm will be a multi course dinner with Wine and Beer pairings for each course. This is not to be missed! Dinner Menu: 1st Course: Hollister Family Farm Grass Fed…

Join Paul and Babe - the Big Blue Pig for a fun ride on the Paul Bunyan State Trail. The fun starts and ends at the Northland Arboretum in Brainerd, Minnesota. You’ll ride with friends 45 miles visiting the trail towns of Merrifield, Nisswa and Pequot Lakes with BACON STOPS along the way and lots…

Join us on August 25th from 2:00pm to 5:00pm for a Nantucket style Old Bay Shrimp Boil Enjoy live music by The Tail Gunners Free Admission Menu Old Bay Shrimp Boil – $17.95 Nathan’s Hot Dogs – $3 Smoke Sausage on a Bun – $6 Nantucket Punch – $7 Summer Sangria – $7 Event Details…

The Brainerd Kiwanis Club is hosting the 11th annual Kids Triathlon at Whipple Beach, in Baxter, MN. The wide sand beach, protected swim area, and quiet, dead-end residential roads will create a fun and safe venue for beginner and experienced youth triathletes alike. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

Prior to most LAMF performances a pre-concert lecture is given to give our audience an inside scoop about the history of the music and composers that will be heard during the concert. Each lecture takes place in Tornstrom Auditorium and begins 30 minutes prior to the performance. German conductor Christian Reif joined the San Francisco…

Swingers & Sweepers Brainerd Curling Association Golf Tournament Fundraiser 4 Person Scramble Entry fee $85 before 8.15.18, then $95 after August 15 Golf tournament includes 9 holes of golf with shared GPS cart on Bobby’s Legacy, buffet dinner following the event, raffle tickets and contests. Schedule: 3:30 pm Shotgun Start on Bobby’s Legacy. Golfers will…

Swingers & Sweepers Brainerd Curling Association Golf Tournament Fundraiser 4 Person Scramble Entry fee $85 before 8.15.18, then $95 after August 15 Golf tournament includes 9 holes of golf with shared GPS cart on Bobby’s Legacy, buffet dinner following the event, raffle tickets and contests. Schedule: 3:30 pm Shotgun Start on Bobby’s Legacy. Golfers will…

This is a sprint Triathlon in the beautiful northwoods of the Brainerd Lakes Area. 1/4 Mile Swim, 14 mile Bike, 3.2 mile Run. Come enjoy a great triathlon with beautiful surroundings. The race begins with a 1/4-mile swim in Whipple Lake (known for its calm waters), then switches to a 14-mile bike through the rolling…

Shift from racing fan to a real racecar driver in one day during the BIR Performance Driving School. Our instructors will teach you the fundamentals of high-performance driving and then send you out onto Brainerd International Raceway's road course where you can use your own car or one of the school’s Spec Racers to put…

The Lakes Area Growers Market - Brainerd is conveniently located just off of Hwy 210/Washington Street in downtown Brainerd, in the parking lot of the Franklin Arts Center. Visit us Tuesdays starting mid-May through October for fresh produce and other locally sourced food and goods. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd…

Join The Morrison County Area Foundation (MCAF) for the 5th annual craft beer, wine, and food tasting festival, “Cheers to Morrison County.” View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

Driving for Hospice will be a 18-hole best ball scramble with shotgun start at noon Thursday, August 30, at Cuyuna Rolling Hills Golf Course. Players will compete for cash and other great prizes. A hole-in-one contest is planned together with other fun activities. Proceeds will stay in the community and provide end-of-life care to area…

Join us on Thursday, August 30th at NP Event Space at 5:30 PM. Guests will enjoy: Appetizer & dessert stations specially paired with beverage selections from Cash Wise, Fulton, Jack Pine, Roundhouse, and The Shante in Pillager. Cash bar Music & a program Silent auction featuring items created & donated by CLC students, staff, faculty,…

End your summer with a bash at the Nimrod Bull Riding! Join fifty bull riders as they compete to win Nimrods NFPB & Midwest Bull Riders Association Bull Riding. Meech Bucking Bull Ranch welcomes you to join us 2 miles east of Nimrod, MN for an action filled family show with, two and a half…

The Cuyuna Range Farmers Market is located at the Main Street Plaza on Main Street in Crosby next to Iron Range Eatery. The market is open every Saturday from June 2 to October 13 from 9 a.m. to Noon. It is the intention of the Cuyuna Range Farmers Market to partner with a number of…

Take advantage of excellent and unique shopping opportunities at Crosslake's Original Craft and Flea Market located at the intersection of County Roads 3 and 103. Held three times each year, Memorial Weekend, 4th of July weekend and Labor Day weekends. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Braid Hotelner

Saturday, Sept. 1st we will be having a Booyah! What’s a Booyah? We’ll it’s a party, and also a soup; and you usually serve the soup at the party! We’ll have live music, a big ol’ pot of Booyah soup, beer specials & fun! Come celebrate the end of summer with us before that Labor…

Timmy says; "I’m a full time performing musician from Minnesota. I play primarily solo, but occasionally up to a 5 piece electric band. My gigging schedule is typically 3-5 shows per week. Regular venues include fine dining, bars and festivals and theater. Stylistically I draw from many genres, and have been told time and time…

Classic-rock, 80’s rock, 90’s rock, modern rock, country-rock, you-rock, we-rock, let’s all rock! Part of Ruttger’s Labor Day Celebration. Free for resort guests. $5 for the public. Outdoor concert event on the shores of beautiful Bay Lake. Seating is provided, or you can bring your own lawn chairs. Food and drinks are available. View more Brainerd…

Bernie King & the Guilty Pleasures are a bluegrass band from MPLS composed of a "rough and tumble mix of guitar, banjo, mandolin, bass, washboard, snare drum, and accordion." Such a fun band, we are excited to have them here at Roundhouse! Definitely check out their Facebook page to see videos and more about the…

Come join us for an evening of laughter! Jay lives in Chicago, and works full-time as a comedian, while moonlighting as a financial advisor. His dream is to work 9-5 at offices everywhere. He's worked with such comics as Billy Gardell, Andy Kindler, and Greg Giraldo, and has entertained various divisions of the Marines, Army,…

We'll be providing your Saturday evening "Muscle Car Shootout" entertainment over Labor Day weekend at Brainerd International Raceway! Come get in on all the fun of music and muscle cars, and camp out, too! View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

Dan & Wally... the infamous My Famous Friends RETURN to The Side Track in Brainerd/Baxter Saturday, September 1st! Cast of characters: Wally Joseph (Formerly with Crash Anthem, currently w/Skywínd) Guitar/Vocals Dan Dryden (Formerly with Fozzy, Stuck Mojo, Sick Speed, The Black Mollys, Hairball & Slow Children, currently w/The New Black 7)Bass/Vocals My Famous Friends covers…

May 27: Emily Hammer June 3: Andy Fischer June 10: Brad Wallace & Ed Koehler June 17: Brendan Flynn June 24: The Turtle Doves July 1: Shane Martin July 8: Brad Wallace & Ed Koehler July 15: Bryan Barber July 22: Shane Martin July 29: Andy Fischer August 5: Shane Martin August 12: Emily Hammer…

Join us at the Tanque Verde Cantina on the beach at Grand View Lodge. It is a great spot to relax on a Sunday afternoon! View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

THEM PESKY KIDS brings you feel-good arena rock in any setting from clubs to festivals. The "KIDS" know how to ROCK! View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel