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Art Work(ers) Exhibition
Crossing Arts presents 'Art Work(ers)', An Exhibition Of Artwork From Crossing Arts Staff, Board Members, And Volunteers. This exhibition features the work of Crossing Arts staff, board members, and volunteers. Outside of their roles at Crossing Arts helping to support and spread the arts in our community, these individuals engage in the arts in many…
Hike the Trails at Mount Ski Gull
Hike the Trails at Mount Ski Gull
Mount Ski Gull will be opening up the hill for running, walking, & hiking to our community on select days/evenings throughout the summer. Our goal is to encourage an active lifestyle for those who are interested in getting some exercise/spending time outside at Mount Ski Gull. Details: -Dates 2021: Monday’s 9AM-4PM: July 26th, August 2nd,…
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Summer Block Party!
Join us for our yearly summer block party! We'll have games, food, and family fun! Everything's free, so join us for a great evening together! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
2021 Morrison County Fair
July 29th, 30th and 31st Free Fairgrounds Admission (No per person fee) Parking Fees: Daily Parking - $3.00 per car 3 day Parking Pass - $5.00 per car *No Pets Allowed* Service Animals Only Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Cheeseburgers in Paradise Live with Bruce and Tiki D
Cheeseburgers in Paradise Live with Bruce and Tiki D
Welcome Aboard Parrot Heads! Here we go again! Our 7th Annual Margaritaville Party on Gull Lake aboard the North Star! Three hours of fun with Bruce and Tiki D from Fort Myers Beach Florida. Performing hits of Jimmy Buffet, Bob Marley, Kenny Chesney and many more. If you enjoy Jimmy Buffet Island style music, steel…
Drastic 5K + NoK
Drastic 5K + NoK
Run is on Thursday, July 29th @ 6:00 pm. Start and finish line will be @ Drastic Measures Brewing in Wadena, Mn. Tickets per person are $25 for 5K + NoK. All ages are welcome. No K tickets are for those that want the swag, but don't want to run for their beer. Check in…
Summer Concert at the Pines Golf Course – Xpedition
Summer Concert at the Pines Golf Course – Xpedition
The Summer Concert Series features three great shows on Thursday evenings from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. on the driving range at the Pines Golf Course. We are excited to announce the 2021 lineup! Enjoy live music tributes featuring Journey, Kansas, Foreigner, Styx during the second concert in the series. Save your appetite and have…
Performance in Gregory Park
Performance in Gregory Park
Bring your lawn chair or a blanket. Relax and enjoy the sounds of the bands performing at 7 pm in Gregory Park. Rain out site is The Center, 803 Kingwood Street, Brainerd. A collaboration between the City of Brainerd Parks & Recreation and The Center. Performances are made possible by financial support from the Brainerd…
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National Superbike Racing
After a prolonged hiatus of 17 years, MotoAmerica, North America’s premier motorcycle road racing series, is bringing Superbike racing back to Brainerd International Raceway in Minnesota, July 30-August 1, with the announcement that the series and all five of its classes will return to the land of 10,000 lakes for round seven of the 2021…
Hudson Magic at Ruttger’s Bay Lake Resort
Hudson Magic at Ruttger’s Bay Lake Resort
We've got a treat for you! Hudson Magic will be performing on various dates throughout June and July here at Ruttger's! Hudson has been performing magic for over 40 years and is one of the fortunate few to turn his hobby into his livelihood. Based in Minnesota, he has performed professionally across the USA and…
Two American Icons, One Main Event at Dockside
Two American Icons, One Main Event at Dockside
This show is a tribute to their “Man In Black” & Neil Diamond! A multi media theatrical show combining with a larger-than-life projected big screen images, state of the art intelligent lighting, great vocals and A-list musician capture the authentic sounds of Johnny Cash & Neil Diamond. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area…
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Paddling Day!
Join us Saturday, July 31st for the Mississippi Headwaters Boards annual Paddling Day! Start with Networking in Kiwanis Park, followed by a trip down the Mississippi River to the Crow Wing State Park where an authentic Fur Trade Encampment will be set up. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Ideal Farmers Market
Ideal Farmers Market
Providing fresh, local food and products. Farmer markets reconnect communities to their food system. They create an opportunity where farmers can simultaneously sell fresh, local food/products and serve as food educators, revitalizing the way consumers shop and eat. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Crosby Power Boat Races
Crosby Power Boat Races
The public is invited to experience the thrills of breath-taking and heart pounding championship powerboat racing along the shores of Serpent Lake at Crosby’s Memorial Park the weekend of Saturday and Sunday, July 31-Aug. 1, from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. At the Twin Cities’ Power Boat Association’s races, some boats will top speeds over 100…
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Brainerd Ski Loons Water Show
Brainerd Ski Loons Water Show
2021 Show Dates at Lum Park Sunday, July 18, 5:00 pm Sunday, August 1, 5:00 pm Sunday, August 15, 5:00 pm Wednesday, August 18, 6:30 pm Free Family-Friendly Shows! Concessions available for purchase. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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CROW WING COUNTY FAIR
The Crow Wing County Fair is an annual event held in Brainerd, MN every summer. The Brainerd fair is packed with family and adult activities including a full midway, grandstand events nightly, free concerts, and a chance to win a cash prize for finding the medallion. The Crow Wing Fair lasts all week so book…
Night to Unite 2021
Night to Unite 2021
We are back for our annual Night to Unite event connecting with our great community! After taking a pause last year we are excited to unite again with our citizens, businesses and organizations. Showcasing public safety, resources, local businesses and food, we hope to have something for everyone, especially our children. We look forward to…
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Sodbusters STOL Competition & Fly-in
Come out and watch the Husky National STOL Series compete at Brainerd, MN (BRD) on August 5, 6, & 7. From approximately 3pm to 5pm on Thursday, August 5th, Competitors will participate an open practice. Friday, August 6th is Event Qualifying, and the Main competition is on August 7th. Pilots must qualify to compete on…
Powercruise USA #12 at Brainerd International Raceway
Powercruise is an event like no other!! Cruising, Racing, Drifting, Burnouts, Roll Racing, Car Show & More! Gates open Thursday for Registration & camping, On Track Friday, Saturday & Sunday, you can cruise by day and camp each night! Enjoy a car event like no other, maximum fun with a relaxed Australian vibe! FOR ALL…
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Pine River Community Garage Sale
Oodles of garage sales all over town. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Farmers Market – Baxter
Farmers Market – Baxter
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. Here’s a little more about what you can expect to…
Friday Meat Raffle
Friday Meat Raffle
Join us every Friday at the Brainerd American Legion Post 255 for a meat raffle. The ticket sales starting at 5:30 for our Friday Night Meat Raffle! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Northern Waters Exhibition
Northern Waters Exhibition
Crossing Arts presents 'Northern Waters', Artwork By Lindsey Personius and Calihan Yliniemi. This exhibition encompasses the beauty and abundant scenery and wildlife that Minnesota holds, through a collaboration of paintings by Calihan Yliniemi and pottery by Lindsey Personius. Inspired by lake horizons, sunrises and sunsets, and reflections on the water, each of the mediums on…
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Dangie 5K
Dangie 5K
This year will be DANGIE’s second year hosting a local 5k in the Brainerd Lakes Area to support the American Cancer Society. DANGIE is a Relay For Life team of family members whose homes and community are here in the Brainerd Lakes Area. The DANGIE 5k was created in honor and memory of Daniel Davis…
Concert for Kids
Concert for Kids
All are welcome at this concert for families of all ages! A string orchestra of professional musicians from around the country will perform outdoors, narrated by festival education director Alexander Peña. Free and open to the public; no tickets required. This concert is sponsored in part by Essentia Health. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd…
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Deerwood Summerfest
Summerfest is for everyone! The Deerwood Summerfest is a family friendly two-day community event designed to celebrate Deerwood and offer fun activities, terrific food, arts/crafts, and many activities for kids. The Deerwood Summerfest is successful because of the excellent volunteers, sponsorship of local business, vendor participation, and so much more. Proceeds benefit Deerwood and the…
SKOL Food Truck at Jack Pine Brewery
SKOL Food Truck at Jack Pine Brewery
SKOL Food is serving up gourmet burgers & fries all day Friday starting at noon! Our food truck serves delicious food safely at just about any type of public or private event. We are continuously setting up at new locations and evolving our menu – always keeping our food fresh and unique. Find us serving…
Meat Raffle – The Woods
Meat Raffle – The Woods
Join us every Friday, ticket sales starting at 5:30 for our Friday Night Meat Raffle! Numbers drawn at 6:30! Happy Hour 4-6pm. Weekly features and Prime Rib on special! Join us for a fun night and WIN! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Meat Raffle – Brainerd American Legion
Meat Raffle – Brainerd American Legion
Join us every Friday at the Brainerd American Legion Post 255 for a meat raffle. The ticket sales starting at 5:30 for our Friday Night Meat Raffle! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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Backus Corn Fest
Celebrate with Colonel Cobber by participating in fun activities, including a craft and flea market, bake sale and games, corn on the cob feast, parade and fireworks. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Acrylic Painting Class
Acrylic Painting Class
A painting class for people who have never painted using acrylics before but want to create a beautiful painting with step by step instructions. No drawing skills are required. You will create your very own painting on a 14″ x 11″ canvas. All supplies will be provided. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area…
Crossing Arts Creativity Kit Distribution
Crossing Arts Creativity Kit Distribution
Join us on Saturday, August 14, 10 to noon, when we will be distributing creativity kits to anyone who wants a little bit of creative fun. Kits will be available on tables inside of Crossing Arts. These kits have two art projects, a coloring sheet, and more. Creativity Kits are free to the public. Kits…
Bar Bingo – Brainerd Eagles Club
Bar Bingo – Brainerd Eagles Club
Come try your luck at The Brainerd Eagles Club featuring Bar Bingo. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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Brunch Cruise on Gull Lake
Brunch Cruise on Gull Lake
Welcome aboard to our Brunch on the water! We offer a selection of breakfast items such as fluffy scrambled eggs, chefs choice egg bake, smoked bacon or ham and sausage, homemade French Toast and maple syrup, fried potatoes, fresh fruit, fresh Citrus salad. Complimentary coffee and pop. Bar is open for any purchase of your…
Brainerd Ski Loons Water Show
Brainerd Ski Loons Water Show
2021 Show Dates at Lum Park Sunday, July 18, 5:00 pm Sunday, August 1, 5:00 pm Sunday, August 15, 5:00 pm Wednesday, August 18, 6:30 pm Free Family-Friendly Shows! Concessions available for purchase. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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Staples RailRoad Days
RailRoad Days 2021 is almost here! Featuring the crowd favorite parade, vendor show, bounce houses, axe throwing, pizza eating contest, medallion hunt, street dance, daytime bands and so much more: ALL. WEEK. LONG. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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2021 Community Celebration
2021 Community Celebration
4th Annual Community Celebration including great food from Big Bob's Backyard BBQ, games, dunk tank, bouncy house, real race cars on display, and so much more!! The band Paper Covers Rock will be performing live AMAZING music from 4:00-7:00 PM!! Everyone is welcome and FREE for ALL!! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area…
Brainerd Ski Loons Water Show
Brainerd Ski Loons Water Show
2021 Show Dates at Lum Park Sunday, July 18, 5:00 pm Sunday, August 1, 5:00 pm Sunday, August 15, 5:00 pm Wednesday, August 18, 6:30 pm Free Family-Friendly Shows! Concessions available for purchase. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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“A Night At The Rails”
“A Night At The Rails”
This will be a fun night of music (by Paper Covers Rock), hanging out together and enjoying the fare that is offered at the NP Center, including Goody’s Candy Store and Notch 8 Chowhouse. VENTURE is an event based opportunity to hang out, invite others, meet new friends and have a great time together. Invite…
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LUCAS OIL NHRA NATIONALS
The fastest show on Earth returns to Brainerd International Raceway in 2021 for the 39th Annual Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals. The world’s best drag racers will be on display and serving up a steady diet of nitro-fueled drag racing. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Nature Camp – Firebuilding
Nature Camp – Firebuilding
WonderTrek Children’s Museum & Mount Ski Gull have partnered together to host a Nature Camp for Youth going into grades 3rd-6th at Mount Ski Gull in August 2021. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
SKOL Food Truck at Jack Pine Brewery
SKOL Food Truck at Jack Pine Brewery
SKOL Food is serving up gourmet burgers & fries all day Friday starting at noon! Our food truck serves delicious food safely at just about any type of public or private event. We are continuously setting up at new locations and evolving our menu – always keeping our food fresh and unique. Find us serving…
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Heritage Days Car Show and Food Booth
Heritage Days Car Show and Food Booth
Lions fundraiser car show and food booth. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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Lakes Bluegrass Festival
Lakes Bluegrass Festival Featuring national and regional bluegrass bands at a new site just north of Pine River with camping available. We are excited to announce that Appalachian Road Show will be headlining the 15th Annual Lakes Bluegrass Festival, August 25 - 29, 2021. Appalachian Road Show is a visionary acoustic ensemble, bringing new-generation interpretations…
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Smile Fest 2021
Smile Fest 2021
Let's make this a year to smile about. Join us on August 26th for our FREE Smile Fest 2021 community event! Entertainment by the Belfast Cowboys from 6-7PM, with opening act Trish and the Toonies at 5PM. Plus, appearances by Princess Elsa and Anna from Frozen! - Bring a blanket or chairs and your smiles.…
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Farmers Market – Baxter
Farmers Market – Baxter
Farm Fresh Produce Our farm vendors offer Minnesota Grown fruits and vegetables like asparagus, peas, green beans, kohlrabi, broccoli, cauliflower, peppers, cucumbers, sweet corn, cabbage, beets, carrots, onions, lettuce, garlic, mushrooms, tomatoes, raspberries, blueberries, grapes, strawberries, apples, and more! We also sell bedding plants, hanging baskets, and fresh cut flowers so you can bring the…
The Gull Lake Classic at Bar Harbor Supper Club
The Gull Lake Classic at Bar Harbor Supper Club
Mark your calendar as the Gull Lake Classic at Bar Harbor Supper Club is back in 2021. The marque feature of the show will be a Chris Craft Rendezvous. Pre-show Event Schedule -Friday, Aug. 27, 2021 – Participant Cruise: 1PM – 4PM leaving from Bar Harbor – Participant Dinner: 6PM at Fort Mahogany (space limited)…
The 12th Annual Farm To Fork Dinner
The 12th Annual Farm To Fork Dinner
It's Happening! Join us for the 12th Annual Farm to Fork Dinner at St Mathias Farm. You will enjoy a 5 Course Chef Inspired Meal as well as appetizers during the social hour prepared with produce from our local Farms with delicious dinner wine pairings from Sommelier, Scott Lindman. Join us for a unique experience…
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GSTA Muscle Car Shootout
The 32nd Annual GSTA Muscle Car Shootout on Labor Day weekend is a perennial favorite at BIR and is a great way to cap off your summer. Sponsored by the Gopher State Timing Association, the Sept. 4-6 event features the Muscle Car Series’ grand finale on the drag strip and ridiculous Superbike racing via the…
CRA Superbike Racing
The Central Roadracing Association brings its insane brand of Superbike racing to BIR’s Competition Road Course. Superbike racers challenge the tight road course, taking the corners on two wheels and a knee. It’s a thrill a minute and great racing action. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Drive-In Retro Theater at The Woods
Drive-In Retro Theater at The Woods
Join us every Thursday and Friday night through July. The Woods has a full concession stand as well as a restaurant menu to order from, delivered right to your vehicle! Movies start at dusk. $20 per car. Pack ’em in! Friday, September 3: Jaws Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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Arts Off 84 Art Crawl
Follow the signs on Highway 84, northeast of Pine River. Please join us for a fun family friendly event over Labor Day weekend (September 4 – 5, 2021) along scenic Highway 84 between Pine River and Longville. Art’s Off 84 mission is to promote works of local artists and provide an art presence to the…
Memories of Elvis Show
Memories of Elvis Show
Chris Olson will be back at Dockside this summer where he has entertained audiences to rave reviews for the past 25 summer seasons. Performances begin between 8 and 9 pm. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging