The Destination Downtown Brainerd Coalition is excited to announce the second season of the Here for Good Market. This weekly event will feature local food and art vendors and family-friendly activities to promote and enhance a sense of community in our downtown business district. Here for Good Market will be located in the heart of…
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…
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
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…
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…
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:…
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…
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
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
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.…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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
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…
Join us again for Night Hikes in Spring of 2022 Family friendly adventure activity (all kids must come with an adult). $10/ADULT $1/YOUTH. 2022 DATES Thursday September 8th 6:30PM-8PM Guided night hike on MSG property, with stops to do fun educational night activities! Topics may include: using your senses at night, nocturnal animals,…
Proving Grounds is our turbo rodeo for imports and sport compact cars at BIR. It features drifting, autocross and open lapping on the road course. The Proving Grounds features turbo-charged cars and trucks. The fan favorite is the drifting exhibition, where drivers navigate through a course mostly in controlled (or uncontrolled, in some cases) skids. It’s…
Step back in time in our Historic Sheriff’s Residence. Home to six Crow Wing County Sheriff’s and their families from 1917 until 1962. See where meals were cooked, enjoy beautiful furnishings, ponder bygone household items, and learn just how close the family lived to the jail. Tours are at 11:00 and 1:00 and included in…
WE LOVE OUR TEACHERS! Teachers enjoy their first beer FREE on us Friday, September 9th. Dos Guys will be performing from 6pm-8pm as well. Join us for a day celebrating our teachers, professors, aides and administration! (Bring a school ID to claim!) Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Lots of great silent auction prizes, some fun raffles, food provided by Zorbaz and a good time with friends and neighbors! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Mounted Eagles Therapeutic Riding is a non profit organization that relays on donations and fundraising to continue to provide for over 50 participants and the horses that give so much to this program. Come join us in supporting this amazing program! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
The 25th Annual Bataan Memorial March will be held at the Brainerd Armory, Minnesota at 9 am on Saturday, September 10th 2022. The 1st Battalion, 194th Armor Regiment is the proud organizer of the event. This event serves to commemorate all the individuals that endured the Bataan Death March in April 1942. 78,000 individuals were…
Registration opens at 07:30, preflight briefing at 08:15 sharp. Wheels up at any time thereafter, must return to KBRD and check in by 13:30 to be in the running. Registration limited to fixed wing and rotary wing aircraft only. Limit on hand per person, two hands per aircraft. Must be 18 or over to play…
Step back in time in our Historic Sheriff’s Residence. Home to six Crow Wing County Sheriff’s and their families from 1917 until 1962. See where meals were cooked, enjoy beautiful furnishings, ponder bygone household items, and learn just how close the family lived to the jail. Tours are at 11:00 and 1:00 and included in…
Remember the scholastic book fair days in school? We're bringing it back - come to relive the glory days! Join us on September 10th from 12pm-4pm for an EPIC book sale presented by The Friends of the Brainerd Public Library. Sip & Shop - All book sales and $1 from every pint sold will benefit…
$30 wristband gets you unlimited go-karts 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, Spin Zone, and Mini Golf. Take advantage of Virtual Reality discounted prices with your wristband! Traveling…
Come experience the fun, newest golf course in the area, see your winter friends, and help support the club. Open to everyone, whether you’re a curler or not. This fun event will be held at the 13 hole, par 3 Gravel Pit Golf course. Teams will consist of 3 players, with two teams per hole.…
Have some fun creating your own floral crown made from dried botanicals from Country Sunshine! Awesome for some family pictures, self portraits, date nights, or wrapped around a hat for a music festival! Delicate but bound to keep for multiuse if protected from the sun and moisture! Recommended for ages 12+. Traveling for this event?…
Come on out and join us for an evening of Texas Hold’em poker at Jack Pine! 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 will…
Join North Star Family Medicine as they host Business After Hours on Tuesday, September 13th! Business After Hours is our most highly attended networking event. Mix with other Chamber members while enjoying delicious subs, dessert, and refreshments provided by Mickey's Pizza and Subs. Learn more about North Star Family Medicine from Kristina Lelcu M.D. during…
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…
Our Annual Camp Sale is BACK! This sale has items for everyone! From fishing boats, furniture, fishing equipment– you will find something you love. 100% of the profits go to supporting the Campers and Programs at Confidence Learning Center! Please see below for specific hours. September 15th | 8am-3pm September 16th | 8am-3pm September 17th…
The ATV Minnesota 2022 Ride & Rally State Convention, is being held September 16-18, 2022, in beautiful Fifty Lakes, Minnesota. The Over the Hills Gang ATV Club, based in Emily, Outing, and Fifty Lakes, is hosting this year’s event, and they are excited to show off our wonderful area, local businesses, attractions, and our vast…
Roundhouse Oktoberfest is a local celebration of this German tradition. German music, dancing, costumes, food and of course, Der Zug, our Oktoberfest Lager, brewed in the traditional style the original Oktoberfest brews of Munich. Bring the whole family for 2 days of fun, food, festivities and Gemutlichkeit! Prost! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes…
Rooted in Happiness Join us for our 9th Annual Crow Wing Energized Summit on Friday, September 16 from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm. We will gather in person at Lakewood Evangelical Free Church in Baxter. Our keynote speaker is Berta Lippert, a Mayo Clinic trained and Board certified trainer and coach. She will focus on the Science…
Our Fall Festival Days are here. Starting Friday, September 16 we will be having our second annual Fall Festival Days with bigger, better activities! This year we introduce our new giant Hay Bale Maze! A 110'x70' human maze will keep you busy trying to find the exit. Get lost in fun! We will also be…
Welcome aboard our three hour live performance cruise with Chris Olsen!! Chris is one of the most beloved Elvis impersonators in the country. We will rock Gull Lake with songs of Elvis from “Jail House Rock” to “Are You Lonesome Tonight!” and so many more! This cruise will include a Full Buffet of Elvis favorites…
Fall Festival Days Kick-Off Weekend will be a weekend of enhanced events to jump into all the Fall fun! On Friday, September 16 we have all of our main activities starting and continuing throughout the weekend. Get lost in fun and venture through our giant hay bale maze, enjoy hayrides, a hay bale playground, and…
Show your school spirit and participate in the 2022 Warrior Homecoming Run! Online registration is now available for the 2022 Warrior Homecoming Run on Saturday, Sept. 17 starting at Kiwanis Park. Brainerd High School Warriors Nordic Ski team is excited to provide another amazing experience! Join us during the start of the “Homecoming Week” and…
This classic cherry-almond fragrance is bold and full of sweet, dark ripe cherry notes, balanced by a rich almond crème. This is bound to be a favorite! Beautiful layers of black cherry and cream colors match the fragrance perfectly. Moisturizing shea butter is included in this soap base, ensuring your skin is ready the crisp,…
The Heartland Symphony Orchestra and Cragun’s Legacy Golf Courses are once again joining together to host their 2nd Annual “Irma Cragun” HSO Symphony Scramble on Sunday, September 18, 2022. This year we are honoring the memory of Irma Cragun who, along with her husband Dutch, have been major benefactors of the Heartland Symphony for over…
Alongside fellow community members, attendees will learn and share ideas and create next steps for a more inclusive, equitable, just region for all who live here and for all who are yet to come. $50 for two days Registration is open! www.regionfive.org/events Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Join Mrs. Pine at Jack Pine Brewery for your favorite number-dobbing game! FREE to play, win beer and other fun prizes!! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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…
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…
Visit in September and attend the annual Crosslake Days celebration. The crisp fall air is the perfect backdrop to cool the heat of the chili cook-off contest. Taste free samples and vote for your favorite. Local businesses compete for the coveted trophy and bragging rights! The weekend will be jam-packed with other family friendly activities…
An organized mind is a healthy mind! Cost: $60 person Is your mind cluttered from stress? Reducing stress reduction can: Improve mood & memory Slow heartbeat Lower blood pressure Improve quality of sleep Boost emotional well-being Strengthen immunity Promote creativity Spark happiness Stress Reduction Workshop: During this 45-minute presentation you will learn about three tools…
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…
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…
A2Z Yarn, LLC is proud to announce ModeKnit Yarn, LLC and Mudd products coming to our yarn shop. The yarn shop will be closed Friday, September 23rd and Saturday, September 24th during this event. Our Trunk Show is being held at Craguns Resort. Come join us for this free event. Sign up to win one…
Join us for FAMILY FUN, brought to you by Crosslake Town Square, The Crosslake Log Church, The Babinski Foundation, Kona Ice, Squirrelly Mama, Crosslake Vacations & Rentals & MORE! Friday Evening, join us for music, The Babinski Foundation Pet Truck filled with adorable animals, the Kona Ice Truck, face painting, games, free popcorn, activities by…
Let’s get the party started a day early for Jack Pine’s Jacktoberfest! Come on out for an awesome evening of brews, friends and music for Jack Pine’s “Pre-Jacktoberfest” party! PCR will play hits you’ve known and loved from the 50’s through today! It’s always a great time at Jack Pine! Traveling for this event? Find…
The Brainerd Warriors Football team takes on Bemidji Friday night at 7pm, which will also be their “Tackle Cancer” game. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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…
Knights of Columbus of Crosslake and Emily Charitable Tournament. Champion Level - $100 per team; top prize is $1,000. Friends & Family - $40 per team; top three win bucket of gifts Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Crosslake Days is an annual fall event with a fun mix of activities for the whole family! The weekend brings a Hunt for the Lost Chili Pepper, a Chili Cook-off, Corn Hole Tournament, Street Dance, Musical Entertainment, Great Deals and Delicious Food & Beverages throughout Crosslake! Retail shops in Crosslake offer unique items and gifts…
This exciting and FREE community event is for the entire family where children can see and climb on “real life” vehicles. Kids, accompanied by their parents or guardian, can explore emergency and military vehicles, semi-trucks, construction vehicles and a variety of other commercial vehicles. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Pick your own Pumpkin Patch Farm animals Pumpkin painting Hot Cider Chicken feeding, ducks, goats, turkeys and Bunnies! Games Mini corn maze Fall Photo Opts Fall decor and more! Saturday 24th 10-4pm Sunday 25th 11-4pm Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Join us on our annual ATV ride! We start @ Green Lantern and ride to JR's then back to Green Lantern for dinner and DJ. Bloody Mary's served 10:00-11:30. Leaving @ 11:30 to JR's lunch will be served @ 1:00. Riding all afternoon then back to Green Lantern for dinner @ 6pm. You get a…
Gather the family up and get dressed in your favorite flannels for the second annual Paul Bunyan Flapjack Festival Presented by the Brainerd Historic Water Tower Committee in partnership with the Brainerd Jaycees, Brainerd Community Action, Mills Automotive, and the Brainerd American Legion. Pancake feed from 11am-2pm $10 donation for adults $5 donation for kids…
Join us for FAMILY FUN, brought to you by Crosslake Town Square, The Crosslake Log Church, The Babinski Foundation, Kona Ice, Squirrelly Mama, Crosslake Vacations & Rentals & MORE! Friday Evening, join us for music, The Babinski Foundation Pet Truck filled with adorable animals, the Kona Ice Truck, face painting, games, free popcorn, activities by…
Sample and vote for your favorite chili in the 35th Annual Crosslake Days Chili Cook-off. Crosslake businesses are vying for the coveted trophies that come with bragging rights for the whole year! Arts & Crafts, Corn Hole Tournament, Live Music, Kids Activities, Loon Calling Contest, Street Dance and more! Fun for the whole family! Visit www.crosslake.com to…
Save the date for our annual Jacktoberfest! September 24th, 2022. -Smokey Jakes BBQ -Jolly Ramblers Polka Band -King’s Ransom -Jacktober Infusions – Games & Raffles Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide, the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s® is the world’s largest fundraiser for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. This inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to join the fight against the disease. Your health and safety are our top priorities. We will continue…
Pick your own Pumpkin Patch Farm animals Pumpkin painting Hot Cider Chicken feeding, ducks, goats, turkeys and Bunnies! Games Mini corn maze Fall Photo Opts Fall decor and more! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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, a beautiful citrus salad with fresh greens, cucumbers, strawberries, mandarin oranges and a honey-lime dressing on the side, Muffins and or assorted pastries,…
Get creative! Design and create an everlasting flower wreath with all dried florals grown at the Country Sunshine Farm! Wreaths will last for more than a year if kept inside and out of the sunlight. Wreaths will be made on 12” frames. All supplies included. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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…
Join Confidence Learning Center as they host Business After Hours in conjunction with their Community Day tomorrow, Tuesday, September 27th! Network with the Chamber community while touring the camp. Guests will enjoy delicious appetizers from Black Bear Lodge & Saloon, plus beverages served by Roundhouse Brewery. Learn more about Confidence Learning Center from Sarah Smith,…
Join us every Tuesday, ticket sales starting at 5:30 for our Tuesday Night Meat/Seafood Raffle! Numbers drawn at 6:30! Sushi platters on special for dine-in or take-out only $21.99! Join us for a fun night and WIN! Happy Hour 4-6pm b*here | b*merri Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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…
JOIN US, for Paul Bunyan’s Oktoberfest Picnic as the 2022 Mount Ski Gull Fall Fundraiser! Paul’s Picnic will be held on Thursday, September 29th, outside at Mount Ski Gull. This year’s event will consist of a catered meal, live music, sunset chairlift rides & pictures, yard games, an online silent auction, and the 3rd Annual Babe’s…
We are excited to present our annual 8 x 8 Art Auction and Fundraiser, featuring artwork created by local artists in our community. Like last year, we will not be having our usual gala, but we will be hosting a live online auction, and you will have the opportunity to view all of the artwork…
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
All Aboard! Lets all get our singing voices warmed up for this fun music Karaoke and Taco 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…
Dos Guys is a two-man group from Brainerd, Minnesota, bringing you covers of some of your favorite songs! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Kicking off the winter series, LAMF presents the illustrious Broadway soprano Andrea Ross. An audience favorite from last season, Ms. Ross will bring a program of familiar tunes from the Great American Songbook– jazz standards, pop songs and show tunes of the early decades of the 20th century. Gershwin, Cole Porter, and more, in collaboration…
$3.oo domestic TAPS ALL weekend DAY LONG!! Our KARAOKE is DIGITAL!! We have lotsa stuff to give away Friday night & Stein hoisting Saturday night for a fun filled weekend! Be sure to use up the punch cards and get them turned in THIS MONTH because you could win 1 of 2-$50.00 OIP’s GIFT CERTIFICATES!…
Apple Festival!! We will have hayrides, corn maze, haybale playground, rope toss, pumpkins, apple picking, great food and much more! Hours will be from 9-3 Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Mark your calendars for a fun and educational day! Learn about: Fall care for your perennials: what to cut back, what to divide and more. Tree care for winter: pruning, fertilizing and winter protection for all trees including leaf, fruit and evergreen. Shrubs 101: pruning, fertilizing and more! Make n take a fall bulb garden for spring…
Ever wondered what it takes to actually be a writer? In this playful workshop we’ll tackle the basics, un-learn bad habits, and make a plan so you can get started writing with confidence. Whether you want to write fiction, life story, poetry, we’ll discuss and practice so you can finish 2022 strong, becoming the the…
Author | Creative Writing Coach | Visual Artist | Professional Encourager Closer: Spiritual Reflections for Writers & Thinkers will be available to purchase. Molly will be delighted to meet you and sign your book. Bring a friend! Grab a pint of cider! Have a chat with the author! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes…
On Saturday, October 1st, we will have an open mic at 7pm! Sign-up starts at 630, come get your 15 minutes or fame! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Hey Fellow Track Enthusiasts! If you’re interested, please register ASAP. The date will be Sunday, October 2. This will be a normal Slowpokes track day on the short (2.5 mile) competition course. There is one fee per car and you can run as much as you and your car can handle! 7:30 AM – Gates Open/Registration…