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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
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Sightseeing Cruise
Sightseeing Cruise
Welcome Aboard! Join the Captain and crew on our Sightseeing cruise. Enjoy interesting and fun narration from the Captain and fun Trivia of Gull Lake. Try one of our bartenders’ favorites or our Lakeside Colada! This is a 1 1/2 hour cruise on beautiful Gull Lake with all the wonderful lake sounds and sights abound.…
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! Thursday, September 9: Back to the Future Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area…
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The Brainerd Center BBQ Dinner Fundraiser
The Brainerd Center BBQ Dinner Fundraiser
A fundraiser for staff computers! Dine in with social distancing or curbside pickup. Menu: choice of ribs, chicken, cole slaw, corn on the cob, beans, corn bread, pie & ice cream. Pies from the Barn! Purchase your tickets at the front desk of The Center, 803 Kingwood Street, Brainerd. Limited seating 150 for each session…
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. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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Tour of the Lakes Bicycle Ride – CANCELED
Update 8/19/21: “It is with much regret that the Paul Bunyan Cyclists have decided to cancel the 2021 Tour of Lakes. At the time that the event was scheduled we did not expect another Covid surge, new cases are once again approaching all time highs. Even though cycling is a relatively Covid safe event, given…
5th Annual Ride and Roast
Mission Tavern’s 5th annual Ride and Roast will be held on Saturday, September 11th! We will meet at the Tavern at 10 A.M. for complimentary coffee and breakfast and start the ride at 11 A.M. The ride will include 3 stops, allowing time to order food at one stop. We will end the route back…
Friday Night Lights at Northland Kart Kountry
Friday Night Lights at Northland Kart Kountry
Unlimited go-cart and attractions. Plus a hot dog, chips and beverage. Weather permitting. Attractions included with unlimited rides: Jr. Karts, Can Am Karts, Bullet Karts, Water Wars, Bungee Bounce, Jump Shot, Climbing Wall, Batting Cages and Mini Golf. Don’t need unlimited but want to hang out? Minimum entry fee: $10 (includes min golf. hot dog,…
Brainerd Bulls -N- Barrels Lakes Rodeo
Brainerd Bulls -N- Barrels Lakes Rodeo
Bull Riding & Barrel Racing. Sanctioned with CBRA. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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Friends of the Brainerd Public Library Book Sale
The Friends of the Brainerd Public Library have used book sales throughout the year. We have a clean and organized sale with so many great read choices that our sales raise around $7000 a sale (at 50 cents for most books, and a quarter for children’s books – that is quite a sale!) Traveling for…
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Roundhouse Oktoberfest
Come and celebrate Oktoberfest at Roundhouse Brewery. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Camp Community Day
Camp Community Day
Come take a tour of Camp, visit our animal sanctuary, enjoy a glass bottom boat ride, see the inside of our cabins, and learn something new! Food, cash prizes, friends and fun! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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Celebrating 150 Years of Brainerd
Chosen for its location on the mighty Mississippi and the Northern Pacific Railroad, Brainerd began as a dynamic and booming town – that Northern spirit has proven tried and true ever since. We are excited to honor and celebrate the past 150 years of culture, history, and people that make Brainerd home. Join the celebration.…
75th Anniversary Carnival Open House
75th Anniversary Carnival Open House
We are celebrating 75 years!! Join us and our wonderful tenants and sponsors for family-friendly fun! Win prizes in the Passport competition, medallion hunt and games at each booth. Food for purchase supporting Civil Air Patrol. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Brainerd Jaycees Lil’ Rubber Duckie Race
Brainerd Jaycees Lil’ Rubber Duckie Race
Just $5.00 gets you a duckie to swim down the slip-and-slide! All proceeds from the duckie race go to benefit L.A.Y.S.A. and other local youth sports. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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Downtown Discount Days
Scratch to reveal your discount level while shopping, dining and visiting your favorite downtown locations! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Business After Hours – Brainerd Sesquicentennial Celebration
Business After Hours – Brainerd Sesquicentennial Celebration
On September 19, 1871, the City of Brainerd began its storied history with a simple business transaction – a signed plat of land that was officially recorded a few days later. As the railroad industry boomed, the city’s businesses came together to form the Brainerd Board of Trade in 1882. That organization is now called…
Brainerd Trivia Night
Brainerd Trivia Night
Show off your knowledge of Brainerd history! Get your friends together and form a team of up to 6 or just show up and form a team of new friends for a few rounds of trivia. You can win prizes and bragging rights No preregistration required Limited to 120 people Cash bar Cash Appetizers Traveling…
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Crosslake Days Fall Festival
SeBeautiful fall colors are the back drop for our 34th Annual Crosslake Days Fall Festival! This annual event brings thousands of people to the Crosslake community and is a weekend of family fun with activities for all ages. We invite you and your business to participate in the way that work best for you. Questions…
A Celebration at NPC!
A Celebration at NPC!
It will feel like you’re stepping back into time where Brainerd first began; dressed in old-timey attire, NPC staff will host a bags tournament, a BBQ contest, kids games, live music from the Lakes Jazz Authority, and fireworks. 4:00pm – 8:00pm: NEW! SIGN THE NPC GUEST BOOK. Did you or someone you know work at…
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Wet & Wild Weekend 2.0
The second Wet & Wild Weekend of the season features the grand finale of the Bracket Drag Racing Series, the final weekend for the Central Roadracing Association and its Superbike racing, and two days of IWA watercross on Lake BIR, where snowmobiles race on open water. We’ll also be hosting a two day swap meet.…
CRA Motorcycle Racing
CRA Motorcycle 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. Whether you’re a motorcycle racing enthusiast or not, CRA Superbike Racing is about as…
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Brainerd StreetFest
Join us Downtown Brainerd on September 25th for music, food, and fun! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Jacktoberfest 2021
Live music, food trucks and raffles! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
IWA Watercross Racing
Watercross is crazy fun racing that you can’t miss. Lake BIR, the pond in the middle of BIR’s PleasureLand RV VIP Campground, is transformed into a race track for snowmobiles as they race on open water. There will be drag racing (from one shore across the lake to the other) and oval racing, where racers…
Stride and Seek Scavenger Run
Stride and Seek Scavenger Run
Join us for our third Lakes Area Stride and Seek Scavenger Run on Saturday, September 25th, 2021. This fun run will consist of a 2.5 hour dash through the Brainerd area , solving clues to earn points for the win. You and your team mate will brainstorm which tasks to complete and use our #StrideandSeek2021…
Special Olympics ATV Ride
Special Olympics ATV Ride
Saturday, September 25, 2021, 9:00am- Opening Ceremony, 9:30 start Stompin Grounds, Akeley, Mn $40/driver. $30/passenger (Lunch included) Children 12 & under Free All funds raised to benefit athletes of Special Olympics 150 Max. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Route Length: One and two mile walk routes available We’re moving forward with plans to host the Walk to End Alzheimer’s in person this fall. We are planning every Walk with the health and safety of our constituents, staff and volunteers as our top priorities. All events will implement safety protocols including physical distancing, masks…
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Flapjack Festival
Flapjack Festival
Come downtown to enjoy The Brainerd Flapjack Festival on Front Street. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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North Star Family Medicine First Annual Health Fair
North Star Family Medicine is hosting their First Annual Health Fair at Arrowwood Lodge, 6967 Lake Forest Road, Brainerd. The event is Friday October 1st from 12:00 noon to 5:00 pm and Saturday October 2nd from 8:00am -4:00 pm. Metabolic Screening available for $40 at the event, or $30 if preregistered online via the website.…
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. 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, October 1: Jurassic Park Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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Oktoberfest Pub Crawl
Take your own tour around Gull Lake to dine at one of our restaurants for some fantastic German food and drink specials. Support local Charity, Confidence Learning Center by purchasing a commemorative mug the same day. Sign up at any of the establishments for a chance to WIN 2021 Oktoberfest tickets. Traveling for this event?…
Warrior Homecoming Run
Warrior Homecoming Run
Show your school spirit and participate in the 2021 Warrior Homecoming Run! We are so excited to be back for an in-person race this year, but will also offer a non-competitive virtual option! Brainerd Public Schools Foundation, Brainerd Warriors Nordic Ski team, and Karma Race Management have teamed up to provide you with another amazing…
Free Family Event at Y Camp Vanasek
Free Family Event at Y Camp Vanasek
Join the Y for our ‘Back to the Future’ Family Event! Free family event at Y Camp Vanasek on October 2nd from 2-5pm. Celebrate over 135 years in the Brainerd Lakes Area at our ‘Back to the Future’ family event at Y Camp Vanasek. Families will get a taste of summer adventure through “camp-tivities”, reflect…