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Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament at Jack Pine Brewery
Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament at Jack Pine Brewery
Come on out and join us for an evening of Texas Hold’em poker at Jack Pine Brewery! Prizes given for 1st, 2nd 3rd, bounties and the first hand that wins with Ace-Nine! (Sponsored by UGLY Cheesecake!) You don’t have to shuffle OR deal! Our volunteer dealers will do all the heavy lifting for you! They…
3 events,
Crow Wing County Fair
The 2022 Crow Wing County Fair is scheduled for August 2-6. More info coming soon! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Friends of the Brainerd Library Book Sale
Friends of the Brainerd Library Book Sale
The Friends Of The Brainerd Public Library Book Sale will be open to the public on Tuesdays from 9 am to 3 pm and first Thursdays from 3 to 7 pm. Our dedicated Book Sale Team works diligently to process the gently used book donations as they come in creating a new experience every time…
Night to Unite Community Event
Night to Unite Community Event
Come out and meet those who live and work in your community. Face painting, bouncy house, kids activities. 6:15 pm – K9 Demonstrations 7:15 pm – Adult & kid prize drawings Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
2 events,
Three Statues
Three Statues
Indian-American composer Reena Esmail works between the worlds of Indian and Western classical music. Her work, Teen Murti (Three Statues), takes inspiration from Hindustani singing traditions and sits aside chamber works by French composers Maurice Ravel and Francis Poulenc. Program: FRANCIS POULENC:Sextet for Winds and Piano REENA ESMAIL:Teen Murti for Cello and String Quartet MAURICE…
3 events,
2022 Garden Gait
2022 Garden Gait
Calling all gardeners! Join the Nisswa Garden Club as we feed your soul on a summer tour. An exclusive visit to a private lakes area garden, a no-nonsense greenhouse and a special picnic luncheon. The greatest gift of the garden is the restoration of our five senses. We’re not sitting on our laurels, but rather…
Live Performance in Gregory Park
Live Performance in Gregory Park
Bring your lawn chair or a blanket. Relax and enjoy the sounds of live music being performing at 7 pm in Gregory Park, located in North Brainerd. This concert series is a collaboration between The Center and the City of Brainerd Parks & Rec Department. Performances are made possible by financial support from the Brainerd…
5 events,
Powercruise
Drag race, drift and skid – Brainerd International Raceway is once again set to come alive to the sound of huge horsepower running wild as hundreds of entrants take to the track Aug. 2-4 for Powercruise. Unique in the world of car and driving events, Powercruise is a weekend-long horsepower party that lets entrants drive…
Wowicakekage: Weaving Realities, Artwork By Autumn
'Wowicakekage: Weaving Realities' is a traveling exhibit of Wicanhpi Iyotan Win (Autumn Cavender)’s explorations and experimental applications of digital and generative art practices within a Dakota context. This exhibit highlights just one of the generative processes that Autumn has explored and developed. Much of Autumn’s practice is rooted in an exploration of traditional Dakota artistic…
Baja Rally Race
Baja Rally Race
* Over 99” Wheel base - 4 cylinder, front wheel drive * Small pickups - 4 and 6 cylinder, rear wheel drive * Powder Puff Pit gates open - 4:00 P.M. | Hot-laps - 6:00 P.M. - 6:25 P.M. | Drivers Meeting - 6:30 P.M. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Johnny Cash and Neil Diamond Tribute
Johnny Cash and Neil Diamond Tribute
From the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas to Breezy Point Resort, MN. The NAME says it all! This production is a tribute to the “Man In Black” & Neil Diamond! YES! (Two Shows – One Main Event) A multi media theatrical show combined with a larger-than-life projected big screen images, state of the…
11 events,
Terrarium Collage & Paper Printing Workshop
Terrarium Collage & Paper Printing Workshop
August 6 – (Session 1) 10:00 am – 12:00 pm, (Session 2) 1:00 – 3:00 pm In the first part of the workshop, students will learn to print their own colorful papers by monoprinting on a gelli plate with acrylic paints. We will explore adding texture through mark-making, and create a full color selection of…
Back To School Night at North Central Speedway
Back To School Night at North Central Speedway
First 100 Kids through the Gates will receive a backpack filled with school supplies! Draw/Registration cut off is at 6:05pm Sharp! Pit Meeting is at 6:25pm by the registration building! Event Classes WISSOTA Super Stock, IMCA Northern SportMod, WISSOTA Mod Four, IMCA Hobby Stock, IMCA Sport Compact, IMCA Stock Car, Expert Insulation IMCA Modifieds Traveling…
Baja Rally Race
Baja Rally Race
* 99” and Under Wheel base - 4 cylinder, front wheel drive * 6 Cylinder Front Wheel Drive, any wheel base * Powder Puff Pit gates open - 4:00 P.M. | Hot-laps - 6:00 P.M. - 6:25 P.M. | Drivers Meeting - 6:30 P.M. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Music Bingo by Organized Chaos
Music Bingo by Organized Chaos
Join Organized Chaos at Jack Pine Brewery on Saturday, August 6th from 7pm-9pm for Music Bingo across the decades, playing anything from 50's to Today's biggest hits! FREE to play, WIN great prizes! Arrive early to get a good seat! (inside only) Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Andy Cook & Nathan Navarrete at Ya Sure Kombucha
Andy Cook & Nathan Navarrete at Ya Sure Kombucha
Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
5th Annual Pequot Lakes Street Dance
5th Annual Pequot Lakes Street Dance
5th Annual Pequot Lakes Street Dance featuring our home town band Wyld Ryce! Sponsored and Paid for by Community Action of Pequot Lakes. Thank you! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Us & Them
Us & Them
A ‘concerto grosso’ pits a group of soloists against a larger ensemble, moving between cooperation and contrast. Artistic advisor and baroque violinist Chloe Fedor leads a baroque ensemble in early examples of these concertos, partnered with modern takes on the genre by Errollyn Wallen and Samuel Carl Adams. Program: GEORGE FREDERIC HANDEL:Concerto Grosso in G…
“Memories of Elvis Show”
“Memories of Elvis Show”
Chris Olson wows the crowds with his “Memories of Elvis Show” outside on the Dockside Stage, for 27 consecutive summers now. His performance starts between 8:00 and 9:00pm, (when the sun starts to go down behind the tree’s) Chris has brought his Tribute Show to Minnesota’s We-Fest, and Wisconsin’s Country Fest. And also did an…
4 events,
Brunch Cruise on Gull Lake
Brunch Cruise on Gull Lake
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 for any…
Us & Them
Us & Them
A ‘concerto grosso’ pits a group of soloists against a larger ensemble, moving between cooperation and contrast. Artistic advisor and baroque violinist Chloe Fedor leads a baroque ensemble in early examples of these concertos, partnered with modern takes on the genre by Errollyn Wallen and Samuel Carl Adams. Program: GEORGE FREDERIC HANDEL:Concerto Grosso in G…
2 events,
Downtown Block Party
Downtown Block Party
Join us for a block party in the heart of downtown Brainerd! A string orchestra will play pop music and familiar classical favorites. Bring a chair and grab a beer at Sage on Laurel, and enjoy music outdoors. Free and open to the public; no tickets required. Presented in partnership with Brainerd Restoration. Traveling for…
3 events,
Brainerd Northside Block Party
Brainerd Northside Block Party
Brainerd Northside Neighborhood Association will host their annual block party Tuesday, August 9 from 5 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in Gregory Park. All current and past residents of Brainerd’s Northside are invited to attend this community event in collaboration with the Brainerd Police Department. The event celebrates neighborhood unity; safety; police/community partnership; and crime, drug…
PCR rocks Jack Pine Brewery!
PCR rocks Jack Pine Brewery!
Come on out for an evening of fine beer and familiar music spanning generations as PCR rocks the needles off Jack Pine Brewery in Baxter. It’s always a treat! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
7 events,
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…
Studio Wednesday Kids! Sculpting With Air Dry Clay
Studio Wednesday Kids! Sculpting With Air Dry Clay
There is so much to create with air dry clay! Spend the morning with us getting your hands dirty and creating 3D sculptural pieces. Classes will take place in the Crossing Arts classroom, and are $25 per student. We ask that you please pre-register for this class. You may use the link to sign up…
2022 FREE Community Celebration
2022 FREE Community Celebration
The 2022 Community Celebration is a FREE event for EVERYONE on Wednesday, August 10th from noon to 7:00 PM in the parking lot of Cygneture Title Solutions, 13021 Evergreen Drive, Baxter. Games, bouncy house, delicious food by Bob's Backyard BBQ, live music by Paper Covers Rock, kids activities including mini horses from Gabriel's Home, t-shirt…
Crosslake Log Village Back Porch presentation
Crosslake Log Village Back Porch presentation
The Crosslake Log Village hosts a series of Back Porch presentations this summer! Learn more about Crosslake's History and keep the stories alive for future generations! Join us this evening for a presentation on "The Stories and History of Firearms Found in Our Lakes" presented by Ray Nelson Open every weekend (Sat. and Sun.) Memorial…
Guided Family Night Hike
Guided Family Night Hike
Guided night hike on MSG property, with stops to do fun educational night activities! Topics may include: using your senses at night, nocturnal animals, predators/prey, astronomy, and more. Hike is approximately 1 mile/1.5hr with stops for activities. Must register ahead of time, click on the picture below to reserve your spot! Traveling for this event?…
Rain & Red Clay
Rain & Red Clay
For many of us, the land of our ancestors holds a special power. For the Afro-British composer, Samuel Coleridge-Taylor, that fascination drew him to the music and culture of Black America, where his forebears had been enslaved. We present his luscious Clarinet Quintet alongside two of his fundamental influences: the European tradition of composers like…
4 events,
Crosslake Art Club 37th Annual Art Show
Crosslake Art Club 37th Annual Art Show Crosslake Community Center 14126 Daggett Pine Rd Crosslake, MN 56442 Thursday, August 11th Friday, August 12th Saturday, August 13th 10AM - 5PM • Free Admission • Door Prizes of original art • Gift Shop • $10 original scholarship paintings Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Lake Country Crafts & Cones Ice Cream Eating Contest
Lake Country Crafts & Cones Ice Cream Eating Contest
For more than 14 years Lake Country Crafts & Cones has been hosting an annual ice cream eating contest! With categories for all ages, it's not just the kids who dive into the bowls to compete. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Bring your lawn chair or a blanket. Relax and enjoy the sounds of live music being performing at 7 pm in Gregory Park, located in North Brainerd. This concert series is a collaboration between The Center and the City of Brainerd Parks & Rec Department. Performances are made possible by financial support from the Brainerd…
17 events,
Deerwood Summerfest
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 community. It’s a great…
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…
Rotary Ends Human Trafficking Music Festival
Join us at this family and music lover's event and have a fantastic time as you support Rotary’s effort to end human trafficking! Live music with popular regional bands Children's area available during weekend Great presentations by knowledgeable speakers Camping - electrical hookup or primitive Food court, food vendors & beer garden All…
The MoJo Monks at the Commander
High energy- super fun and danceable energetic party music! Classic Rock, Pop and Country! Established in 2009! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Lakes Area Farmer’s Market – Baxter
Lakes Area Farmer’s Market – Baxter
The Lakes Area Growers Market – Baxter is held at the Westport Shopping Center, between Pizza Hut and Keller Williams Reality, just off Highway 210. Visit us Fridays starting mid-May through October for fresh produce and other locally sourced food and goods. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
A CLCPAC Event – Family Movie Night – Frozen
A CLCPAC Event – Family Movie Night – Frozen
After the kingdom of Arendelle is cast into eternal winter by the powerful Snow Queen Elsa, her sprightly sister Anna teams up with a rough-hewn mountaineer named Kristoff and his trusty reindeer Sven to break the icy spell. Based on “The Snow Queen” by Hans Christian Andersen. Rated: PG Run Time: 108 Minutes MAXIMUM…
Sightseeing Cruise on Gull Lake
Sightseeing Cruise on Gull Lake
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.…
Friday Meat Raffle at The Brainerd American Legion
Friday Meat Raffle at The 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
Live Music at Coco Moon
Live Music at Coco Moon
August 12 6-8 pm – MVRROW Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
“Rhapsody Jazz” at The Woods
“Rhapsody Jazz” at The Woods
Join us for an live jazz music preview featuring Lakes Jazz Authority on the b*merri patio at The Woods! Live Jazz music on the b*merri patio at the Woods! Friday, Aug 12th 6-8:30pm Lakes Jazz Authority is a talented group comprised of highly accomplished music educators and professional musicians in the Brainerd Lakes Area. Come…
Without A Hitch Friday Music Series at Jack Pine Brewery
Without A Hitch Friday Music Series at Jack Pine Brewery
8/12 – Paper Covers Rock 8/19 – VINJE with Special Guests 8/26 – Muddy Water Band 9/9 – Dos Guys for Teacher Appreciation Day Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Elmer Park Community Sign BENEFIT Concert
Elmer Park Community Sign BENEFIT Concert
Deerwood Civic & Commerce is hosting a benefit concert during Summerfest, this year! Minnesota’s largest Chicago tribute band, Duluth Transit Authority, will be performing at the Deerwood Auditorium. DTA’s masterful 12 piece band will bring you back to the glory days of one of the longest running and most successful rock groups in history, blending…
The DuChane Brothers Band at Brainerd Eagles Club
The DuChane Brothers Band at Brainerd Eagles Club
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Ariadne Auf Naxos
Ariadne Auf Naxos
Hilarity and misadventure ensue when two productions—one a grand opera and the other a comedic farce—are forced to perform their shows simultaneously. For our annual opera production we present an enchanting masterpiece by Richard Strauss which satirizes showbusiness as it explores the widest range of musical and theatrical possibility, from monumental Greek Tragedy to irreverent…
Johnny Cash and Neil Diamond Tribute
Johnny Cash and Neil Diamond Tribute
From the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas to Breezy Point Resort, MN. The NAME says it all! This production is a tribute to the “Man In Black” & Neil Diamond! YES! (Two Shows – One Main Event) A multi media theatrical show combined with a larger-than-life projected big screen images, state of the…
16 events,
FREE Young Eagles Flights
FREE Young Eagles Flights
The Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Brainerd Chapter 1610 will be offering FREE flights for youth ages 8-17. To sign up in advance, send an email and phone number to trudiamundson@yahoo.com. Walk up registration is welcome, first come first served. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Bud Jones & Sons Night + Micros at North Central Speedway
Bud Jones & Sons Night + Micros at North Central Speedway
Event Classes: WISSOTA Super Stock, IMCA Northern SportMod, WISSOTA Mod Four, IMCA Hobby Stock, IMCA Sport Compact, IMCA Stock Car, Expert Insulation IMCA Modifieds, Micro Sprints Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Yoga + Live Music
Yoga + Live Music
Music, meditation, and fitness come together in this hour-long outdoor yoga class guided by Jennifer Smith of Nisswa Yoga. Sun salutations under the morning sun, with music provided by a quintet of LAMF musicians from around the country. All levels are welcome! Donation based and open to the public; pre-registration recommended. Traveling for this event?…
Creativity Kit Giveaway At Crossing Arts
Creativity Kit Giveaway At Crossing Arts
Join us on Saturday, August 13th, 10 to noon, when we will be giving out creativity kits to anyone who wants a little bit of creative fun. Kits will be available on tables inside of Crossing Arts. Kits include two art projects, a coloring sheet, and more! This month we will be creating stick people…
Crow Wing Viking Festival
Crow Wing Viking Festival
Real Vikings! No Horns! The family-friendly Viking Festival features Viking-age crafts, costumes, weapons, mock battles, music, and games. The event strives to be authentic to the Viking age with the slogan, “Real Vikings. No Horns.” The popular conception of horned helmets originated with artists and an opera costume designer during the 19th century. Festival-goers will…
Firefly Festival
Firefly Festival
Join us for toe-tapping music, refreshing beverages and summertime fun at the Northland Arboretum. Our first annual Firefly Festival will feature a VIP festival experience including a commemorative beer glass, appetizers, the first samples of Jack Pine Brewery's "Firefly Light" lager, and premier seating for the band. Music provided by Bruce Archer and One Night…
Pints for a Purpose: Celebration of 70
Pints for a Purpose: Celebration of 70
Second annual Pints for a Purpose: Celebration of 70 miles fundraiser on behalf of the Cuyuna Lakes Mountain Bike Crew (CREW) on Saturday, August 13, 2022, from 5p to 9p at Trailside Tavern on Main Street, Crosby. This summer marks the Cuyuna Lakes Mountain Bike Trails expanding to 70 miles of purpose-built, one-way, one-direction, singletrack…
Nathan Griner Live At The Woods
Nathan Griner Live At The Woods
Nathan Griner is bringing his “One Man Show” to The Woods. 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
“Memories of Elvis Show”
“Memories of Elvis Show”
Chris Olson wows the crowds with his “Memories of Elvis Show” outside on the Dockside Stage, for 27 consecutive summers now. His performance starts between 8:00 and 9:00pm, (when the sun starts to go down behind the tree’s) Chris has brought his Tribute Show to Minnesota’s We-Fest, and Wisconsin’s Country Fest. And also did an…
6 events,
Brunch Cruise on Gull Lake
Brunch Cruise on Gull Lake
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 hash browns, fresh fruit, Alfredo pasta with garden vegetables, Muffins and or assorted pastries, Yogurt with granola. Complimentary coffee and orange juice. Bar is open for…
Ariadne Auf Naxos
Ariadne Auf Naxos
Hilarity and misadventure ensue when two productions—one a grand opera and the other a comedic farce—are forced to perform their shows simultaneously. For our annual opera production we present an enchanting masterpiece by Richard Strauss which satirizes showbusiness as it explores the widest range of musical and theatrical possibility, from monumental Greek Tragedy to irreverent…
2 events,
Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament at Brick House Pizza
Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament at Brick House Pizza
Every Third Monday we have a FREE Texas Hold’em tournament at Brick House Pizza in Brainerd! Game starts promptly at 6. You don’t have to shuffle or deal. Our volunteer dealers will do all that for you. They will even help you along the way if you’re an up-and-coming player. If they’re slinging ya some…
3 events,
Bike Night at The Woods
Bike Night at The Woods
Ride or pedal your way to b*merri at The Woods for BIKE NIGHT! Calling all motorcycles, minibikes, pedal bikes, and scooters! Hit the road or the trail and meet us for a fun night of food and music! Every 3rd Wednesday of the month through September 21st! 6:00-8:00pm Live Music on our patio by Todd…
Santos & Haydn
Santos & Haydn
The LAMF Composer Fellowship offers early-career composers the chance to present their work to our orchestra and audience. Following a new work by our inaugural composer fellow, Isaac Santos, we hear another example of a composer’s early work in Dmitri Shostakovich’s First Piano Concerto. These pieces are followed by Franz Joseph Haydn’s 104th and final…
6 events,
Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals
The fastest show on Earth returns to Brainerd International Raceway in 2022 for the 40th 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. Here’s what you get: The world’s best drag racers, the fastest cars, the most insane race…
‘Buckets of Sunshine’ Boutique Sale
Come Shop the ‘Buckets of Sunshine’ Beautiful Salvage Boutique Event. We are holding on to the last days of summer for as long as we can! The store is packed full of fun upcycled treasures, repurposed décor, handmade jewelry, clothing and more. Just show up to enter our drawing for a Beautiful Salvage gift. Located…
5Rocks Distilling Co. Tasting
5Rocks Distilling Co. Tasting
SAVE THE DATE! 5Rocks Distilling Co. will be hosting a tasting at Quarterdeck Resort Thursday, August 18th from 4pm-6pm outside near the Sandbar. Sample craft spirits locally made at their micro-distillery in the heart of the Brainerd Lakes Area. We'll have LIVE MUSIC with the very talented Jimmy Jay Johnson! Traveling for this event? Find…
Live Performance in Gregory Park
Live Performance in Gregory Park
Bring your lawn chair or a blanket. Relax and enjoy the sounds of live music being performing at 7 pm in Gregory Park, located in North Brainerd. This concert series is a collaboration between The Center and the City of Brainerd Parks & Rec Department. Performances are made possible by financial support from the Brainerd…
Musicians’ Night Out
Musicians’ Night Out
A perfect pairing: Beethoven and Beer! Our Musicians’ Night Out is a chance for our musicians to let loose playing music with colleagues and friends, new and old. Grab a pint and chat with musicians from around the world between sets of informal chamber music sight-reading performances outdoors at Roundhouse Brewery in Nisswa. Free and…
9 events,
Jarrod McKinney’s $10,000 Skatepark Donation Match Facebook Fundraiser
Double your donation through August 2022 For his Birthday, Jarrod McKinney is matching ALL *donations up to $10,000 for the Lakes Area Skatepark Association (LASA)! Jarrod chose LASA as his beneficiary because he knows the positive impacts skateparks hold for youth. LASA is a nonprofit who is dedicated to provide a safe and accessible skatepark…
Retro Movie Night The Woods – The Karate Kid
Retro Movie Night The Woods – The Karate Kid
Join the Lakes Area United Way for a Retro Drive-In Movie Night with the family as we watch The Karate Kid (1984)! Thanks to the support of The Woods and our sponsors, all ticket and concession sales will benefit the work of the Lakes Area United Way and our partner programs! Tickets are limited and…
Happy Hour Cruise on Gull Lake
Happy Hour Cruise on Gull Lake
Welcome Aboard! Join the Captain and crew on our Happy Hour cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices with Rockin’ tunes to the latest artists. Try one of our bartender’s favorites or our Lakeside Coladas. You wont fine one better on the lake! This is a 2-hour Rockin’ Fun Cruise with Giant Jenga and Ring Toss games…
Friday Meat Raffle at The Brainerd American Legion
Friday Meat Raffle at The 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
Johnny Cash and Neil Diamond Tribute
Johnny Cash and Neil Diamond Tribute
From the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas to Breezy Point Resort, MN. The NAME says it all! This production is a tribute to the “Man In Black” & Neil Diamond! YES! (Two Shows – One Main Event) A multi media theatrical show combined with a larger-than-life projected big screen images, state of the…
LOTL Brainerd International Raceway NHRA Nationals Outdoor
LOTL Brainerd International Raceway NHRA Nationals Outdoor
LOTL Covering all your favorite rock hits medley style. http://legacyoftheloudrocks.com/ https://www.birmn.com/ Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
10 events,
Recovery Cards Workshop at Crossing Arts
Recovery Cards Workshop at Crossing Arts
The Crossing Arts Alliance, a 501c3 nonprofit arts organization located in the heart of downtown Brainerd, offers arts workshops to the community in a variety of mediums. Opportunities coming up include: Recovery Cards Workshop August 20 | 10:00 – 11:30 am August 23 | 6:00 – 7:30 pm Crossing Arts is offering two…
Studio Explorations at the WonderTrek Play Lab
Studio Explorations at the WonderTrek Play Lab
Join us for Studio Explorations at the Play Lab! Franklin Art Center. Fun Children’s play time. Free and open to community members. We would love to meet you! Come play with us! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Girls Day Out in Uptown Brainerd
Girls Day Out in Uptown Brainerd
The last one was so much fun that we are back with another Girls Day Out in Uptown Brainerd! Come shop participating businesses and shop tons of in store specials and giveaways. Visit every participating business and you’ll be entered to win our grand prize basket! We can’t wait to share more details with you…
Gabriel’s Home Fundraiser at Dunmire’s 210 Location
Gabriel’s Home Fundraiser at Dunmire’s 210 Location
Gabriel’s Home will be bringing some of their unicorn, some minis and a bunny out to see us on August 20 from 2-4pm! We will be donating half of our profits during this time to Gabriel’s Home, so come grab a bite and pet these cuties! August 20 | 2-4pm Gabriel’s Home is a nonprofit organization…
Ogonek & Mahler
Ogonek & Mahler
Our inaugural composer-in-residence, Elizabeth Ogonek, opens this finale celebration with a grand fanfare, co-commissioned with the Boston Symphony for the Tanglewood Festival. Then, Gustav Mahler’s titanic Fifth Symphony brings the season to a triumphant close. “A symphony must be like the world, it must embrace the world,” Mahler once said, and this closing concert embraces…
“Memories of Elvis Show”
“Memories of Elvis Show”
Chris Olson wows the crowds with his “Memories of Elvis Show” outside on the Dockside Stage, for 27 consecutive summers now. His performance starts between 8:00 and 9:00pm, (when the sun starts to go down behind the tree’s) Chris has brought his Tribute Show to Minnesota’s We-Fest, and Wisconsin’s Country Fest. And also did an…
7 events,
2022 Legacy Club Championship
Saturday, August 21, 2021 Championship Flight Day 1 Tee times begin at noon Member Shootout Par 3 Course at 5:30PM | Open to all members Sunday, August 22, 2021 Other Flights | 18 holes Tee times begin at 7:30AM Championship Flight Day 2 Tee times begin at 8:00AM Tee times based on…
Wild Edible Mushroom Workshop
Wild Edible Mushroom Workshop
Join instructors Sarah Foltz Jordan and Nick Jordan in exploring the world of edible mushrooms. Activities include photo presentations organized by mushroom group, practice identification with fresh specimens, a foray in a nearby forest, and cooking/sampling edible mushrooms. The cost is $50 for members, $60 for non-members. Advance registration is required, space is limited to…
Sweets ride in
Sweets ride in
Car and bike meet.. Ride it, Drive it or Push it. Cruz on into Glen’s and enjoying the evening with ice cream , bikes and cars. Just enjoying life with friends and meeting new friends. This is free and we will be giving out fun trophies for car/trucks and motorcycles. Traveling for this event? Find…
Cruising for Charity
Cruising for Charity
Join Tom Lehman, Minnesota’s most decorated golfer, aboard Cragun’s North Star luxury yacht on Sunday, Aug. 21, and sail away on Gull Lake while raising funds for healthcare at Cruising for Charity, an exclusive fundraising event benefitting Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Charitable Fund. The event is part of the inaugural CRMC Championship Golf Tournament at…
3 events,
PGA Tour Canada
The PGA TOUR Canada is professional golf tour that offers a series of tournaments played primarily in Canada each summer, where tomorrow’s stars begin the path to the PGA TOUR. All year, players will compete for the Fortinet Cup. Cragun’s Legacy Courses is primed to host the CRMC Championship – the inaugural PGA Tour Canada…
5 events,
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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…
16th Annual Lakes Bluegrass Festival
Featuring the best in national and regional bluegrass bands. Beautiful camping under the pines. Larger campsites, electrical and primitive sties, food, refreshments, adult beverages, potable water RV dump station, portajohns and showers onsite. Visit www.LakesBluegrassFestival.com Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Ogonek & Mahler
Ogonek & Mahler
Our inaugural composer-in-residence, Elizabeth Ogonek, opens this finale celebration with a grand fanfare, co-commissioned with the Boston Symphony for the Tanglewood Festival. Then, Gustav Mahler’s titanic Fifth Symphony brings the season to a triumphant close. “A symphony must be like the world, it must embrace the world,” Mahler once said, and this closing concert embraces…
5 events,
RURAL Music Fest
Hosted by Rural Music Ministries, a faith based 501c3 non-profit organization, RURAL Music Festival is a free to attend musical event, August 25 th – 28 th , 2022 in Isle, MN. Located on the shores of Mille Lacs Lake, Isle is a premier Minnesota tourist destination. Our lineup includes national recording artists such as…
Live Performance in Gregory Park
Live Performance in Gregory Park
Bring your lawn chair or a blanket. Relax and enjoy the sounds of live music being performing at 7 pm in Gregory Park, located in North Brainerd. This concert series is a collaboration between The Center and the City of Brainerd Parks & Rec Department. Performances are made possible by financial support from the Brainerd…
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2022 Elbow Convention
Join us August 26-27th for our annual Elbow Convention! Friday night Coconut Tiger performs from 8:30-12:30. Saturday night The Hype! Performs from 8:30-12:30. Saturday night we will select Grand Elbow 31 at 10:00 Hope to see you there $5 cover charge/night Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Without A Hitch Friday Music Series at Jack Pine Brewery
Without A Hitch Friday Music Series at Jack Pine Brewery
8/26 – Muddy Water Band 9/9 – Dos Guys for Teacher Appreciation Day Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Speakeasy Jazz Dinner Series at Gather On 3 Event Center
Speakeasy Jazz Dinner Series at Gather On 3 Event Center
Join us for a live concert by The Jazz Authority and multi-course dinner by Chef Matt Annand. Reservations required | Tickets online. 6 pm – Social 7 pm – Multi-course Dinner Aug. 26 – Summer Chill Martini Time Sept. 29 – Farm to Fork Fall Wine Dinner Oct. 14 – A Night in Vegas…
The DuChane Brothers Band at Brainerd Eagles Club
The DuChane Brothers Band at Brainerd Eagles Club
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Johnny Cash and Neil Diamond Tribute
Johnny Cash and Neil Diamond Tribute
From the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas to Breezy Point Resort, MN. The NAME says it all! This production is a tribute to the “Man In Black” & Neil Diamond! YES! (Two Shows – One Main Event) A multi media theatrical show combined with a larger-than-life projected big screen images, state of the…
My Famous Friends at The Side Track
My Famous Friends at The Side Track
Dan & Wally… the infamous My Famous Friends RETURN to The Side Track in Brainerd/Baxter Friday, August 26th! 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, The New Black 7) Bass/Vocals My Famous Friends covers –…
The Pub & Grub Comedy Tour at The Parlor
The Pub & Grub Comedy Tour at The Parlor
This month we will be have James Stanley taking the stage at 9pm followed by Jim Norder! Show begins at 9pm and tickets are $10 in advance and $15 the day of the event. We definitely have room for groups, so grab some friends and make it a night. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd…
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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…
The Last Dance of Summer
The Last Dance of Summer
Save the Date! The Last Dance of Summer August 27 (all-day) 8 a.m. - 10 p.m. Memorial Park, Brainerd, MN The general concept of this event is the LAST hurrah, before school starts back up! What to expect - A full day of diverse recreation for all ages! -Adult Coed Softball Tournament -Adult Coed 4's…
Plant Sale
Plant Sale
Fall is a great time to plant perennials! Join us for a plant sale featuring native plants and plants for pollinators. Proceeds benefit Crow Wing County Master Gardeners and the Northland Arboretum. Saturday, Aug. 27, 9 - 12. Find us outside the Gardening 101 area at the Northland Arboretum (follow the signs). Traveling for this…
Brainerd Lakes Area’s 14TH Annual Walk a Mile in Her Shoes
Brainerd Lakes Area’s 14TH Annual Walk a Mile in Her Shoes
Walk a Mile in Her Shoes® asks men to literally walk one mile in women's high-heeled shoes. It's not easy walking in these shoes, but it's fun and it gets the community talking about something that's difficult to talk about: sexualized violence. The event is abundant with opportunities to get people talking. For preventive education,…
Lunch Cruise on Gull Lake
Lunch Cruise on Gull Lake
Welcome Aboard! Come enjoy a beautiful lunch on the waters of one of the most popular lakes in Central Minnesota. A wonderful buffet of sandwiches, salad, fresh fruit, chips along with a homemade cookie or bar and coffee. Beverages are available for purchase with a full bar on board. Let our crew and Captain take…
Last Chance Baja at the Crow Wing County Fairgrounds
Last Chance Baja at the Crow Wing County Fairgrounds
Here we go! 2nd Annual Last Chance Bajas! Spectator gates open at 11am Races start at 1pm Adults – $15 Kids 5-15 – $8 4 and Under – FREE ALL FOUR CLASSES WILL BE RACING 99″ & under – 4 Cylinder FWD Over 99″ – 4 Cylinder FWD 6 Cylinder FWD Compact Truck – 4…
Kiwanis Kids Triathlon
Kiwanis Kids Triathlon
The 2022 Kiwanis Kids Triathlon will be held on Saturday, August 27th, at 4:00 p.m., at Whipple Beach Park in Baxter, MN. The 15th annual Kids Triathlon includes a wide sand beach, protected swim area, and quiet dead-end residential roads in order to create a fun and safe venue for beginner and experienced youth triathletes…
Season Championship Night at North Central Speedway
Season Championship Night at North Central Speedway
Draw/Registration cut off is at 6:05pm Sharp! Pit Meeting is at 6:25pm by the registration building! Event Classes WISSOTA Super Stock, IMCA Northern SportMod, WISSOTA Mod Four, IMCA Hobby Stock, IMCA Sport Compact, IMCA Stock Car, Expert Insulation IMCA Modifieds Pit Gates Open: 4:00pm Grandstand Gates Open: 5:00pm Driver Registration/Draw Cut Off: 6:05pm Driver Meeting:…
The Real Lakes Jam
The Real Lakes Jam
This is going to be one hell of an evening with some of Brainerd and St Cloud’s greatest original bands featuring Emmett Button Pusher, the Tony and Matt show, KV, Bong Reaper, OnYen! $5 at the door | Doors open at 5 p.m. | Music starts around 6 p.m. and plays until 10 p.m. Traveling…
Mason Dixon Line Band
Mason Dixon Line Band
Come party with us, our sponsors, VIP guests and volunteers during our CRMC Championship presented by Gertens. Saturday night Jam. Headlining the week of events is Mason Dixon Line. So get ready to dance and sing the night away. Concert is located at Cragun’s Legacy Courses and will be starting shortly after Saturday’s CRMC Championship…
Karaoke and Pizza Cruise on Gull Lake
Karaoke and Pizza Cruise on Gull Lake
All Aboard!! Lets all get our singing voices warmed up for this fun music Karaoke and Pizza cruise. Enjoy our unique bar venue and our Karaoke Challenge for your enjoyment onboard the North Star! Come aboard and meet our Crew. Cocktails and beer and wine available for purchase with Happy Hour prices. Try one of…
Trivia Mafia at Jack Pine Brewery
Trivia Mafia at Jack Pine Brewery
Trivia Mafia – the use your Noodle, not Google trivia. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
“Memories of Elvis Show”
“Memories of Elvis Show”
Chris Olson wows the crowds with his “Memories of Elvis Show” outside on the Dockside Stage, for 27 consecutive summers now. His performance starts between 8:00 and 9:00pm, (when the sun starts to go down behind the tree’s) Chris has brought his Tribute Show to Minnesota’s We-Fest, and Wisconsin’s Country Fest. And also did an…
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Lakes Country Triathlon
Lakes Country Triathlon
The Kiwanis Club of Baxter is proud to continue and enhance the tradition of this beautiful and exciting triathlon. The Brainerd Lakes area has long been a great vacation destination and now we have one of the premier Sprint Triathlons as well! The Lakes Country Triathlon continues to build into one of the best triathlons…
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Trivia at Zorbaz on Gull
Trivia at Zorbaz on Gull
Join uz for Trivia Monday Nightz at Gull Lake Z at 8 pm! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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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…
Nisswa Elementary Open House
Nisswa Elementary Open House
Meet your teacher, bring your school supplies, have a meal provided by our amazing PTO and get to know the school before the start of the school year! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Brainerd High School Open House
Brainerd High School Open House
SAVE THE DATE! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Breezy Belle Public Tour
Breezy Belle Public Tour
The Breezy Belle offers 2-hour scheduled cruises for smaller groups, couples, and individuals. For cruise information please call 218-562-7672. The relaxing cruises provide a close-up look at the beauty of Pelican Lake. If you have sharp eyes, you just may see the goat herd that make its summer home on uninhabited Gooseberry Island. The Belle has…
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Date night on the Flower Farm
Date night on the Flower Farm
Come for the evening with a loved one for a tour of the flower farm! You will learn how to properly choose and cut flowers from the field, and arrange them in a vase for you to take home! A professional photographer will be on sight to take your photo in the night of the…
$2 Bowling at Jack’s House
$2 Bowling at Jack’s House
Thursday’s from 6:00 to 9:00 PM, all games only $2.00 each. Reservations not taken. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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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…
Grand Opening at Woodlore Cider
YOU’RE INVITED to our GRAND OPENING celebration Labor Day weekend, September 2, 3, and 4. We have lots of fun things planned! live music a chance to win some Woodlore merch and gift card baby goats from Old Mill Farm yoga tours Come celebrate Woodlore Cider with us! Friday: 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM Saturday:…
Labor Day Weekend @ Jack Pine Brewery!
Music, Food Trucks, and Beer Slushies.. oh my! Friday- 12pm: Bonfire S'mores Stout tapped 12pm: Slushie Machine opens 2pm-7pm: Barajas Taco Truck 6pm-9pm: My Famous Friends Saturday- 12pm: Slushie Machine opens 2pm-7pm: Crabby Dales BBQ 3pm-6pm: Sophie Diumenti Sunday- 3pm-6pm: Rusty Crayfish Slushie Flavors: Strawberry Marg Seltzer & Pina Colada Cream Ale Traveling for this…
Mudfest Hillman
Mudfest Hillman
SLIP N SLIDE PARTY TIME AND DAY TBD ATV BARREL RACING FOR FUN DRAG RACING IN FIELD LATE NIGHT FIRES Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Friday Meat Raffle at The Brainerd American Legion
Friday Meat Raffle at The 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
Sunset Dinner Cruise on Gull Lake
Sunset Dinner Cruise on Gull Lake
Welcome aboard our Sunset dinner cruise. Let our crew and Captain take you along a leisurely cruise with light narration and trivia of Gull Lake. We feature a state of the art sound system playing songs of the past and present while our friendly staff takes care of your every need on our beautiful Yacht.…
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21st Annual Mighty Axe Nationals at NCS
Join us for a LOT of fun!! Racers come from all over to see who can take home the Mighty Axe!! Draw/Registration cut off is at 6:05pm Sharp! Pit Meeting is at 6:15pm by the registration building! Event Classes WISSOTA Super Stock, IMCA Northern SportMod, WISSOTA Mod Four, IMCA Hobby Stock, IMCA Sport Compact, IMCA…
Mike Mraz Music by the Mural
Mike Mraz Music by the Mural
Join us on the patio for a great performance by a local music favorite, Mike Mraz. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Fabulous Armadillos at Cragun’s
Fabulous Armadillos at Cragun’s
The Fabulous Armadillos are coming to Cragun’s on September 3, 2022 at 7pm. Make sure you end your summer getaway with an outdoor concert at Cragun’s Legacy Courses. VIP Tables, Reserved Lawn Seating and General Admission tickets are available now! Click here to get yours today. VIP Tables come with food and drink service. Plus,…
Crofts 6th annual Labor Day parking lot party
Crofts 6th annual Labor Day parking lot party
Come join us for the 6th annual Labor Day parking lot party with Kitty And the entourage. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
“Memories of Elvis Show”
“Memories of Elvis Show”
Chris Olson wows the crowds with his “Memories of Elvis Show” outside on the Dockside Stage, for 27 consecutive summers now. His performance starts between 8:00 and 9:00pm, (when the sun starts to go down behind the tree’s) Chris has brought his Tribute Show to Minnesota’s We-Fest, and Wisconsin’s Country Fest. And also did an…
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Brunch Cruise on Gull Lake
Brunch Cruise on Gull Lake
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 for any…
Outdoors at Dockside Lounge – Wyld Ryce
Outdoors at Dockside Lounge – Wyld Ryce
Dockside Lounge is transformed into Breezy Point’s adult playground with the best in entertainment. There is never a cover charge! Sept. 4 Wyld Ryce 6pm-9pm Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging