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Street Legal Drags & Drifting
Street Legal Drags & Drifting
The Wednesday Night Drags – Street Legal Style program is a chance for anyone with a street legal car, truck or motorcycle to race on BIR’s world-class drag strip as many times as you want. You get to use the light tree, the burn-out box and the scoreboard. We even have an announcer calling all…
Youth on Stage Open Mic Set
Youth on Stage Open Mic Set
This monthly youth-oriented event is geared for those age 25 and younger who have a family-friendly talent to share on a year-round basis. Talent may include singing, playing an instrument, storytelling, essay reading, poetry, tap dancing, comedy, magic, a band or ensemble to perform to live audiences. The first eight acts to sign up get…
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Brainerd Jaycees Run for the Lakes
Our 15th annual Brainerd Jaycees Run for the Lakes will be held IN PERSON Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Bracket Drag Racing Series
BIR’s Bracket Drag Racing Series features some of the best amateur drag racing in the country as 250+ drag racers compete in 10 different classes. Fans can see dragsters, cars, trucks, bikes, snowmobiles and Junior Dragsters, all of which are competing for prize money, hardware and all-important series points that go toward series championships at…
Opening Day at Rosenthal’s Greenhouse
Opening Day at Rosenthal’s Greenhouse
Opening Day at Rosenthal’s Greenhouse 28th Season of growing healthy garden plants, providing fresh vegetable seeds, seed potatoes, onion sets and fruit trees. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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Arbor Day Celebration
Arbor Day Celebration
Arbor Day Celebration FREE Outdoor Event at the Northland Arboretum Free bag & sunglasses to the first 500 visitors. 5K & 1 mile hike—Register early! Saturday, April 30, 11 am - 2 pm Hikes begin at 10 am Register upon entry to win a kayak! FEATURING Petting zoo - Falcon presentation - Free seedlings Silent…
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Make & Take for Moms
Make & Take for Moms
Eight different creators have come together in one space to provide a unique crafting experience! Choose multiple crafts, or choose one- it's up to you! May 1, 2022 10am-2pm Hosted by The Shoppes at the Northern Pacific Center. 1521 Northern Pacific Rd. Brainerd, MN 56401 Frugal Farmhouse Native Vintage Fern Gin Pottery Pickin Sistas Meraki…
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Red Sand Project at CLC
Red Sand Project at CLC
We're raising awareness about sex trafficking and Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Relatives (MMIWR). Come use red sand (provided) to fill in the cracks of the sidewalk in front of campus, as a representation for victims of sex trafficking and MMIWR who have fell through the cracks in our society. Brainerd Campus: 9:30am-1:30pm Staples…
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Storytime at the Library
Storytime at the Library
Join us for stories, songs, and crafts–all based around a theme! Recommended for children ages 2-8, but all are welcome. Please register so we can plan for everyone to be able to do a craft! We meet in the large meeting room. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Brainerd Gala 2022
Brainerd Gala 2022
Join us for a night of hope and restoration, featuring our client choir and powerful testimonies! Come early if you would like to enjoy a casual cup of coffee with friends, participate in a historical tour of the Northern Pacific Center and Railroad Yard, and hear some live music. These pre-gala activities are free and…
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Mother’s Day Weekend
Spring vacation packages for mom’s weekend are ideal for family fun! Family Bingo on Friday night Lodging in a Lakeside Lodge room for up to 4 people Saturday afternoon family activities followed by evening bonfire and marshmallow roasting First round of golf FREE on Legacy Reversible Par 3 course Saturday and Sunday breakfast included Enhance your stay…
‘Thirteen: Nonconformity’, Artwork By Alice Blessing
‘Thirteen: Nonconformity’, features the colorful portrait paintings of children, by artist Alice Blessing. Blessing’s work examines the weight of patriarchy and systematic oppression that is put on young girls growing up, while exploring themes of feminism, puberty, and empowerment during these crucial developmental stages. While working on this project, things began to evolve and not…
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…
Mothers Day OPEN-HOUSE
Free flower for everyone, door prizes, punch and cookies. Hundreds of hangings baskets, 10s of thousands of tomato plants, 10 thousand pepper plants, thousand of other vegetables plants. Too many flower plants to mention. You have to come see for your self! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Baxter Farmer’s Market
Baxter Farmer’s Market
The long wait is over! Join us for the first farmer's market of the 2022 season! Fresh foods and handmade goods, our vendors are so excited to see you! We will be at the Westport Shopping Center parking lot, next to Pizza Hut. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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Safari North Wildlife Park Season Opener
Come Experience Animals from 6 Continents at Award Winning Safari North Wildlife Park More than 150 Species Plus Expedition Safari, a Train Ride through 10 Acres, Amusement Rides and One of the Few Places in the Midwest to See Cheetahs! WHAT: Safari North Wildlife Park in Brainerd Set to Open May 7, 2022 Award-winning Safari…
5K for Mental Health Awareness
5K for Mental Health Awareness
Our first 5K for Mental Health Awareness is back on! This event is hosted by Central Lakes College and Crow Wing Energized. It will take place on May 7, 2022 at 9:00 am at CLC campus. This event will consist of a 5K (3.1 mile) chipped race or walk and a 1 mile dedication walk…
Spring Open House
Spring Open House
Join us for our Spring Open House on Saturday May 7th for a day of making, sampling and shopping! We are making a gardener's loofah soap that smells herbalicious! This walk-in project is perfect for those dirty hands that summer will bring. There will be storewide discounts all day, mini lavender shortbread cookies to nibble…
Spring ATV Ride (Jr’s Junction-Green Lantern)
Spring ATV Ride (Jr’s Junction-Green Lantern)
Join us on our annual ATV ride! We start @ JR's Junction and ride to Green Lantern then back to JR's for dinner and DJ. Bloody Mary's served 10:00-11:30. Leaving @ 11:30 to Green Lantern lunch will be served @ 1:00. Riding all afternoon then back to JR's for dinner @ 6pm. You get a…
Mother’s Day Kids Craft
Mother’s Day Kids Craft
Stop by from 11 A.M.- 4 P.M for a kids walk-in craft project for only $7. This project consists of watercoloring a wooden flower and simple assembly. You can even slide a small picture behind the flower to make it extra special. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Pepperfest 2022
Pepperfest 2022
If MN doesn’t want to give us the heat we want, we’ll have to make it ourselves! Join us on May 7th starting at noon for our second annual Pepperfest! This festival is inspired by our award-winning Vengeance! Jalapeño Cream Ale. Pepper-inspired beers tapped at noon, Smokey Jakes BBQ will be there with some spicy…
Nathan Griner At Roundhouse Brewery
Nathan Griner At Roundhouse Brewery
Nathan Griner is bringing his “One Man Show” to Roundhouse Brewery. Nathan plays acoustic guitar, blues harmonica, and sings along with a suitcase stomper under one foot, and a cymbal stomper under the other foot. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet Green Lantern
Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet Green Lantern
Our buffet will not disappoint! We will be featuring a variety of breakfast and lunch items. Cost is $19.95 for adults and $9.95 for kids under 10 yrs. old. Sorry, no reservations.Our regular menu will not be offered durring the buffet. Menu: Scrambled eggs, egg bake, French toast bake, pull apart caramel rolls, sausage links,…
Madden’s Mother’s Day Brunch
Madden’s Mother’s Day Brunch
Celebrate Mom with a brunch buffet crafted by Madden’s chefs. Enjoy a delectable spread including seafood crepes, prime rib station, cinnamon fritter French toast, poached eggs Florentine, and more. Reservations are required. Date: Sunday, May 8, 2022 Time: 9:30am-1:30pm Location: Fairways Price: Adults $38, Kids 12 & under $14 Reserve: 218-829-2811 Traveling for this event?…
Mother’s Day Brunch at The Woods
Mother’s Day Brunch at The Woods
Celebrate Mom on May 8th! All-You-Can-Eat Mother’s Day Brunch at Gather On 3 Event Center 9:30am-1:30pm Slow Braised Roast Beef, Biscuits & Sausage Gravy, Omelet Action Station, Roasted Loin of Pork Cacciatore, Crab Stuffed Icelandic Cod, 6 Cheese Potato Au Gratin, Smoked Salmon & Asparagus, Alfredo Sausage Links, Strawberry French Toast, Belgian Waffle Station, Roasted…
Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet Black Bear Lodge
Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet Black Bear Lodge
May 8th, 2022 Seating 9:30AM-1:30PM Regular Menu Starts at 4pm Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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Lakes Area Farmer’s Market
Lakes Area Farmer’s Market
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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Street Legal Drags & AutoX
The Wednesday Night Drags – Street Legal Style program is a chance for anyone with a street legal car, truck or motorcycle to race on BIR’s world-class drag strip as many times as you want. You get to use the light tree, the burn-out box and the scoreboard. We even have an announcer calling all…
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Spring Crystal Sale at CatTale’s Books & Gifts
Select crystals and stones on sale for as low as $1! New specimens will be added daily as we do a little spring cleaning around the shop! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Storytime at the Library
Storytime at the Library
Join us for stories, songs, and crafts–all based around a theme! Recommended for children ages 2-8, but all are welcome. Please register so we can plan for everyone to be able to do a craft! We meet in the large meeting room. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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Slowpokes Car Club
Performance driving for experienced drivers. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Bracket Drag Racing Series
BIR’s Bracket Drag Racing Series features some of the best amateur drag racing in the country as 250+ drag racers compete in 10 different classes. Fans can see dragsters, cars, trucks, bikes, snowmobiles and Junior Dragsters, all of which are competing for prize money, hardware and all-important series points that go toward series championships at…
Lowell’s Spring Carnival
Lowell’s Spring Carnival
Lowell Families are invited to join us as we celebrate a fantastic year! This fun, family-friendly, event is open to all of our K-4th grade families! Free for Lowell Students to participate and just $2 for additional Unlimited Wristbands. ALL CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT! There will be: Two Obstacle Course Bounce Houses…
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Crazy Eights 8K Bracket National
Drag racers will be gunning for big cash prizes Saturday and Sunday during the BIR Crazy Eights 8K Bracket National, a Bracket-style race that was a huge hit among racers last year during the inaugural appearance at BIR. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Porsche Club of America
Events include a high-performance driving school, autocross and club racing. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Walleye, Sauger & Northern Pike Opener
This is the date inland water season opens for walleye, sauger and northern pike. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Spring Arts & Crafts Festival – CANCELLED
Spring Arts & Crafts Festival – CANCELLED
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. We are excited to once again present our Spring Arts & Crafts Festival! 100+ vendors and attendance is free. Refreshments are available for purchase with proceeds benefiting student scholarship funds. All items are handcrafted. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Nisswa Chocolate Walk 2022
Nisswa Chocolate Walk 2022
Stroll through our beautiful lake town and welcome a new season in Nisswa! Participants collect their handmade chocolate items from Nisswa Chocolate Walk host shops. Proceeds from this event benefit Nisswa Elementary PTO and the Cuyuna Chapter of Little Bellas. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Spring Sip & Shop
Spring Sip & Shop
Please join us for a fabulous day of wine and handmade crafts. We have space for 20 vendors! Contact us today if interested! 218-454-DDWC Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Boutiques & Brews
Boutiques & Brews
Oh sip, it’s time for a girls trip! Let’s talk details!! Purchase your ticket online or at The Nesting Co(406 W. Washington St., Suite 1) You can pick up your ticket anytime prior to the event at The Nesting Co. Or start your day there! Day of shuttle service will begin at both The Nesting…
Spring Bash at Green Lantern Bar & Grill
Spring Bash at Green Lantern Bar & Grill
Bands will be October Son, King’s Ransom and Muddy Waters. Tickets go sale March 8. First 300 tickets sold get a free meal on Saturday from 4:30 – 6 pm. There is also camping available with a free music on Friday night with Lolah. It will be a great time! Traveling for this event? Find…
Speakeasy Jazz Night and VIP Dinner
Speakeasy Jazz Night and VIP Dinner
Speakeasy Jazz Night and VIP Dinner Saturday, May 14th at Gather On 3 Event Center First in the chef spotlight series: Two great options to choose your experience! An Evening of Elegance… Fine food, swanky drinks, music, & dancing Cash bar, passed sushi & sweets $35 in advance, $40 at the door Doors open at…
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Spring Bird Hike at the Northland Arboretum
Spring Bird Hike at the Northland Arboretum
Want to get out in the spring, learn more about birds and have a morning hike on the trails at the Arboretum? The Brainerd Lakes Area Audubon Society and the Northland Arboretum will be sponsoring short, morning birding hikes this spring. Join an experienced birding guide on Wednesdays and Saturday mornings in May, and learn…
Pints for a Purpose: Bridges of Hope
Pints for a Purpose: Bridges of Hope
Join us Wednesday, May 18th from 5pm-8pm. $1 from every beer sold will go directly to our nonprofit partner. Interested in learning more? Representatives from Bridges of Hope will be on hand to talk about their impact on our community. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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Plant Sale at The Center
Tomatoes, peppers, herbs, and more! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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Audi Car Club
This club conducts an annual driving school and lapping events at BIR. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Bracket Drag Racing Series
BIR’s Bracket Drag Racing Series features some of the best amateur drag racing in the country as 250+ drag racers compete in 10 different classes. Fans can see dragsters, cars, trucks, bikes, snowmobiles and Junior Dragsters, all of which are competing for prize money, hardware and all-important series points that go toward series championships at…
PCR Rocks the Roundhouse Stage
PCR Rocks the Roundhouse Stage
Dust off the dancing shoes and swing out to Roundhouse Brewery for a refreshing evening of music spanning generations and genres you know and love with a soft spot for the 90’s! Enjoy a pint or two on the patio with your buddies and bring the family! We’d love to see you there! Traveling for…
Johnny Cash Tribute Band at Brainerd Eagles Club
Johnny Cash Tribute Band at Brainerd Eagles Club
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Thrash the Trash
Thrash the Trash
On May 21st, the Lakes Area Skatepark and the City of Brainerd are putting on a citywide cleanup! Drop off your trash and the crew will help you unload. Donations to the skatepark encouraged. Please show proof of Brainerd residency. Where: Crow Wing County Judicial Center, 213 Laurel St, Brainerd, MN 56401 No Fees: Household…
ECFE Garage Sale
ECFE Garage Sale
A $2 admission fee for an all-day pass will be taken at the door. ECFE will be selling children’s items including baby/child equipment of all kinds, toys, bikes, books, maternity and nursing items, games and more. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Flea Market in Crosslake Town Square
Flea Market in Crosslake Town Square
Join the Crosslake & Ideal lions for a fun-filled day at the Flea Market in Crosslake Town Square! After you are done checking out the Vendors, make sure to check out the other businesses in the square or relax a bit in the park! If you are looking to be a vendor at the event,…
Brainerd Kids Fishing Clinic
Brainerd Kids Fishing Clinic
Kids Fishing Clinic Saturday, May 21, 2022 Lum Park, Brainerd MN Ages 4-12 The clinic will consist of informational sessions, lunch, fishing from the shore and off the pier (contest), and taking some fishing tackle home. This event is free! A parent or guardian must be present at all times. ** Children must be signed-in…
Spring Fair
Spring Fair
Join us at the Spring Fair, an event showcasing over 35 vendors, mini-workshops, and kids & family activities that highlight sustainable living! 35+ Vendors Mini-Workshops: 11 AM - Ross Brink, Rain Garden Design Using Native Plants 12 PM - Jim Chamberlin, Building Soil Health in Your Field or Garden 1 PM - Natural Resource Conservation…
Armed Forces Day Freedom Festival
Armed Forces Day Freedom Festival
This is a fun, family-friendly event. Learn what the VFW stands for, how it helps our veterans, and how you and your family can support our military, our veterans, and their families. Join in the fun with food, games, and DJ entertainment. There will be face painting and free kid games, along with drawings every…
Frank Weber Book Event at Roundhouse Brewery
Frank Weber Book Event at Roundhouse Brewery
Frank Weber will speak from 4-5 pm about forensic psychology and writing True Crime mysteries. Black and Blue is a thrilling mystery based on the murder of a police officer’s 19-year-old fiancé in Minneapolis. Frank will be signing and selling books both before and after speaking. Black and Blue includes a scene at Roundhouse Brewery.…
2nd Annual Purse & Tool Belt Bingo
2nd Annual Purse & Tool Belt Bingo
Please join us for our 2nd Annual Purse and Tool Belt Bingo, supporting a Lions Pillar - DIABETES... We hosted this event in 2020 with a SELL OUT. Unfortunately for 2021 we couldn't host the event due to COVID... But we are back! BIGGER and BETTER than before.. Stay tuned for more details - tickets…
Pre Jam Party at Sidetrack
Pre Jam Party at Sidetrack
Live Music by Hailey James from 9 -12 pm Win Lakes Jam Passes, gear and other prizes! Discount Military Passes Available on site! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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Street Car Showdown
BIR hosts the first major race of the 2022 season Memorial Day weekend. The Street Car Showdown kicks off the three-race Muscle Car Series on the drag strip. Featuring an impressive display of power and speed, fans get a steady dose of 200+ mph speeds and times at 6-7 seconds. It’s intense drag racing that…
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Street Legal Drags & Drifting
The Wednesday Night Drags - Street Legal Style program is a chance for anyone with a street legal car, truck or motorcycle to race on BIR's world-class drag strip as many times as you want. You get to use the light tree, the burn-out box and the scoreboard. We even have an announcer calling all…
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Memorial Day Weekend Concert Series at Roundhouse Brewery
Join us for our 2nd annual Memorial Day Weekend Concert Series! Music kicks off Thursday, May 26th at 6pm, with following shows Friday night, all day Saturday, and Sunday afternoon. Beers will be flowing and our kitchen will be open for delicious treats while you enjoy live music on our patio. Thursday, Acoustofiddle, 6-9pm Friday,…
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Diana Cherrywood Challenge Quilt Exhibition
Every year, Cherrywood Hand Dyed Fabrics challenges artists to create a unique piece of art with a limited color palette. Given simple rules, they were encouraged to push themselves creatively to design an original fiber art piece, taking inspiration from Diana, Princess of Wales, to create a wholly unique quilt using only the colors pink…
Beautiful Salvage Memorial Spring Clean Out Event
Come shop the Memorial Spring Clean Out Event! 20% off store wide (some exceptions may apply). Making room for amazing summer inventory!!! Prices are already good but will be even better these two days! Handmade and found home decor, upcycled furnishings, jewelry, clothing and more! Beautiful Salvage Boutique located in the Grizzly Center kitty corner…
Memorial Day Sidewalk Sale at the Westgate Mall
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Memorial Day Celebration!
Summer is here! Let's PARTY! Join us at Jack Pine Brewery for MUSIC, BEER and FOOD! Schedule: -Friday- 12pm - Watermelon Lemon Shandy 12pm - Smokey Jakes BBQ 6pm - Trace Elements 90's cover band takes over The Backyard stage! Saturday 12pm - Smokey Jakes BBQ 3pm - Dos Guys strumming on The Backyard stage!…
Harvey West Memorial Day Classic at BIR
SCCA Club Racing at Brainerd International Raceway hosted by Land O’Lakes Region. Register on MotorsportReg! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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Brainerd Lakes Bloody Mary Fest
Join us this Memorial Weekend for a day of bloody mary and craft beer samples! Buy your tickets before it’s too late! Limited tickets available! Saturday, May 28th at Breezy Point Resort- Minnesota Room on the 1st Floor General Admission: $30 10am- 1pm: General Admission General Admission Ticket Includes: Unlimited Bloody Mary & Craft Beer…
Sports Car Club of America (SCCA)
The SCCA offers competitive amateur road racing and will be at BIR three weekends this year. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Spring Bird Hike at the Northland Arboretum
Spring Bird Hike at the Northland Arboretum
Want to get out in the spring, learn more about birds and have a morning hike on the trails at the Arboretum? The Brainerd Lakes Area Audubon Society and the Northland Arboretum will be sponsoring short, morning birding hikes this spring. Join an experienced birding guide on Wednesdays and Saturday mornings in May, and learn…
Memorial Weekend Pop-Up
Memorial Weekend Pop-Up
Stop by and discover what new artisans and makers we have joining our pop-up as we celebrate Memorial Day weekend and start looking towards summer! In honor of those who have served, a portion of proceeds will be donated to the Wounded Warrior Project. **If you are wanting to participate in this event as a…
Opening Day at Paul Bunyan Land
Opening Day at Paul Bunyan Land
Paul and his legendary friends have been greeting youngsters by name since 1954 and have been a must-see attraction for anyone visiting the Brainerd Lakes Area. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
From Tree to Table: Identifying & Using Local Wood Directly from the Forest
From Tree to Table: Identifying & Using Local Wood Directly from the Forest
Presented by Paul Jacobsen, MN Master Naturalist In this class you will learn how to use wood from our local forests as a low-cost and sustainable way to make useful household items, including bowls, furniture and utensils. You will be taught what local trees are best, how and when to harvest the trees, how to…
Frank Weber Book Event at CatTale’s Books & Gifts
Frank Weber Book Event at CatTale’s Books & Gifts
Forensic Psychologist and True Crime Mystery Author, Frank F. Weber will be at CatTales Books & Gifts in Brainerd signing his newest book Black and Blue. Black and Blue is a thrilling mystery based on the murder of a police officer’s 19-year-old fiancé in Minneapolis. “I feel Black and Blue is my best book to…
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Legacy Spring Challenge
Format: 6 holes best ball, 6 holes scramble, 6 holes alternate shot. 2 person teams Net/Gross Divisions – must have an active USGA handicap to participate in the Net division. Registration: http://clc-2022legacyspringchallenge.golfgenius.com/register View our tournament directory for all other events – https://www.golfgenius.com/ggid/xerdyf?season_id=0 Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Race for Grace
Race for Grace
Memorial Day weekend will always be a weekend to remember Grace. It was the weekend she was born, the weekend we said goodbye to her and the weekend we celebrate her life. Thank you in advance for helping celebrate the life of Gracie by supporting this charitable event. Mark your calendars for one of the…
Brunch Cruise on Gull Lake
Brunch Cruise on Gull Lake
Welcome Aboard! Welcome to our Brunch on the water. We offer a selection of breakfast items such as fluffy scrambled eggs with roasted vegetables, smoked bacon or ham and sausage, Cheesy hashbrowns, fresh fruit, Alfredo pasta with garden vegetables, Muffins and or assorted pastries, Yogurt with granola. Complimentary coffee and orange juice. Bar is open…
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FREE Northern Pacific Center Tour
Has it been a while since you’ve been to the Northern Pacific Center? Have you been to the businesses on the property but have wondered what’s in all the other historical buildings? Well, you’re in luck! Beginning May 30, we are offering FREE tours of the Northern Pacific Center! Get an exclusive look inside the…
Memorial Day Ceremony – Brainerd
Memorial Day Ceremony – Brainerd
Brainerd Memorial Day ceremonies are planned for Monday, May 30, 2022. 9:00 am: A wreath will be thrown in the Mississippi River from the Laurel Street Bridge. 9:45 am: Short ceremony at the All-Veterans Memorial at 4th and Laurel Streets. 10:30 am Parade north of Washington Street on 3rd Avenue NE to Evergreen Cemetery. 11:00 am: Main half-hour ceremony,…
North Brainerd Spring Into Action
North Brainerd Spring Into Action
Brainerd Northside Neighborhood Association will host “Spring Into Action”, a northside beautification project for north Brainerd parks and streets, Monday, May 30 from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Participants are asked to meet at the center of Gregory Park to participate in fun, small cleanup and landscape projects, appropriate for all ages. If desired, participants…
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BMW Car Club
The BMW Car Club’s events include a high-performance driving school and open lapping. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Thunder at the Lakes at BIR
Thunder at the Lakes always brings some of the best Sportsman drag racers in the country to BIR, but this year’s event will take on a completely different look. 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…
14th Annual Minnesota Fishing Challenge
The 14th annual Minnesota Fishing Challenge is a multi-species fishing tournament on Gull Lake near Brainerd, on June 4, 2022. Last year's teams raised more than $435,000 to support Mn Adult & Teen Challenge's drug and rehabilitation programs statewide. The cumulative amount generated via this family-friendly tournament since 2009 is more than $3 million! Traveling…
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IWA Watercross Racing
The International Watercross Association (IWA) is bringing snowmobile watercross racing to BIR again this summer for two Wet & Wild Weekends. 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…
2022 Tour of Lakes
Tour of Lakes is back, June 4, 2022. Join us for a great, Covid safe time in the great outdoors. Check out great routes, great scenery, great food, and great company. If you are like me and have not gotten all of your Christmas shopping done yet, what better gift for family or friends then…
14th Annual Cherry Car Show
14th Annual Cherry Car Show
Located in downtown Pequot Lakes at the beautiful Trailside Park. The very successful and fun Cherry Car Show is happening again this year and you will want to be part of it! Early registration is recommended to get the best spot — first come, first serve. The City of Pequot Lakes is the located in…
5th Annual “Hoppy Horse Rodeo” fundraiser
5th Annual “Hoppy Horse Rodeo” fundraiser
This is a family fun event with all proceeds going to the fight against Cancer. ALL PROCEEDS go to the American Cancer Society via Crow Wing County Relay for Life Team “Branden’s Cancer Crusaders”. These are exercise balls with a Horse covering, and participants ride them on a timed obstacle course, barrel races, Pole Bending,…
Brainerd Lakes Area Car Show
Brainerd Lakes Area Car Show
Come on out to Memorial Park in Brainerd MN to show off your ride or just come hang out with us for the afternoon. We will have judges and trophies to follow. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging