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3 events,
Opening Day at Boysnberries
Opening Day at Boysnberries
Spring has finally sprung and we’re thrilled to announce that we are opening up May 1st! We’ve been hard at work getting everything ready and we cannot wait to share our passion for plants with you! Join us Tuesdays-Sundays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and let’s kick off the season together! Traveling for this event?…
Poker Night at Moonlite Bay
Poker Night at Moonlite Bay
ITs Poker night at Moonlite. The game starts at 6:30. Be here at 6pm to get bonus chips! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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
3 events,
ECFE at the Library
ECFE at the Library
Join us on Tuesdays at 11:30 AM for ECFE at the Library. We will read a story, sing a song, and explore stations together. Please note, May 16th will be the last ECFE at the Library for this school year. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Seafood Raffle at B Merri
Seafood Raffle at B Merri
Join us every Tuesday, ticket sales starting at 5:30 for our Tuesday Night Meat Raffle! Numbers drawn at 6:30! Happy Hour 4-6pm. Sushi platters on special for dine-in or take-out only $21.99! Join us for a fun night and WIN! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Meat Raffle at PL American Legion
Meat Raffle at PL American Legion
Meat Raffle starting at 5:30pm Margaritas for $3 Full Menu Avaliable Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
2 events,
Wednesday Night Street Drags @BIR
Wednesday Night Street Drags @BIR
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…
Pints for a Purpose: The Center
Pints for a Purpose: The Center
Join us Wednesday, May 3 from 5pm-8pm. $1 from every beer sold will go directly to our nonprofit partner. Interested in learning more? Representatives from The Center will be on hand to talk about their impact on our community. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
4 events,
Read to Georgia
Read to Georgia
Join us on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the Month, from 5:30-6:30pm. Georgia loves to listen to people read to her. You can sign up for a 15-minute time slot by calling the library at 218-829-5574 or registering online. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Bar Bingo at the Commander Bar
Bar Bingo at the Commander Bar
Commander Bar Bingo every Thursday at 6:30pm — Progressive Jackpot! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Collected Stories – A Brainerd Community Theatre Production
Collected Stories – A Brainerd Community Theatre Production
About the Play: “The conflict between the established artist and the adulatory fan who becomes a protégé, disciple, colleague and friend – and finally threatening rival – is one of those great topics… It resurfaces in Donald Margulies’s provocative play, COLLECTED STORIES, which confronts the prominent short-story writer Ruth Steiner with her student turned confidante…
Brainerd Gala
Brainerd Gala
Save the date for our 16th annual Brainerd Gala! Join us on Thursday, May 4 at 5:30pm at the Northern Pacific Center for the 16th annual Brainerd Gala. Hear stories of the miracles that are happening every day within our walls and help us to continue to restore families, strengthen communities, and transform lives. We…
3 events,
Bracket Drag Racing Series @ BIR
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…
Collected Stories – A Brainerd Community Theatre Production
Collected Stories – A Brainerd Community Theatre Production
About the Play: “The conflict between the established artist and the adulatory fan who becomes a protégé, disciple, colleague and friend – and finally threatening rival – is one of those great topics… It resurfaces in Donald Margulies’s provocative play, COLLECTED STORIES, which confronts the prominent short-story writer Ruth Steiner with her student turned confidante…
Cinco de Mayo with Live Music at Yesterday’s Gone
Cinco de Mayo with Live Music at Yesterday’s Gone
Bring your amigos and be ready to fiesta all night! $10 cover supports your local artists. Aitas, Sacrificing Sunday, and Andy Cook Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
8 events,
Season Opener at North Central Speedway
Season Opener at North Central Speedway
Pit Gate Opens at 4PM Grandstand Gate Open at 5PM Registration/Draw Cut-Off at 605 SHARP Green Flag around 6:45 PM Event Classes Rascal Aluminum WISSOTA Super Stock, DCM Supply IMCA Sport Mods, Metalwerx WISSOTA Mod Four, Seidel Auto & Tire IMCA Hobby Stocks, IMCA Sport Compact, Dynamite Offroad IMCA Stock Cars, Rascal Aluminum IMCA Modifieds…
Safari North Opening Day 2023
Safari North Opening Day 2023
Opening day will be May 6th, 2023! We have some big changes and new additions coming this season. As always, we can’t wait to see you. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
5K for Mental Health Awareness at Central Lakes College
5K for Mental Health Awareness at Central Lakes College
Join us for the second annual 5K for Mental Health Awareness! This event includes a chipped 3.1 mile race, as well as a 1 mile walk option. Browse the mental health resource fair, help us raise funds that will benefit the mental health of local students & support the important cause of stopping the stigma…
3 Years Anniversary Celebration at Salvage Sisters
3 Years Anniversary Celebration at Salvage Sisters
Join us on Saturday, May 6th as we celebrate 3 years of being in business in the Baxter area! 🎉 Giveaway to the first 50 people who spend $25 🎉Gift card drawings 🎉Cupcakes Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Spring ATV Ride (Jr’s – Green Lantern)
Spring ATV Ride (Jr’s – 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…
Pepper Fest 2023
Pepper Fest 2023
Hey there, spice lovers! It's time to mark your calendars and get those taste buds ready because Pepper Fest is back and hotter than ever! Join us on May 6th at noon for the third annual celebration of all things peppery and delicious. We're talking about our award-winning Vengeance! Jalapeño Cream Ale, which inspired this…
Collected Stories – A Brainerd Community Theatre Production
Collected Stories – A Brainerd Community Theatre Production
About the Play: “The conflict between the established artist and the adulatory fan who becomes a protégé, disciple, colleague and friend – and finally threatening rival – is one of those great topics… It resurfaces in Donald Margulies’s provocative play, COLLECTED STORIES, which confronts the prominent short-story writer Ruth Steiner with her student turned confidante…
4 events,
Mother’s Day Make-n-Take
Mother’s Day Make-n-Take
At Pickin Sistas we are offering 4 stations. You can make... Lemon bath salts for $22. 3 Gnomesickles for $20 Adult tie dye shirt for $25 Kids tie dye shirt for $20 Tie dye Tote bag for $15 Daisy sign $25 We provide all the supplies. Please click links above to sign up and pay.We…
Spring Open House at Country Sunshine
Spring Open House at Country Sunshine
Join us as we welcome the new greenhouse season just one week before Mothers Day! First 100 people get a free hen and chick hardy succulent plant! Greenhouses and perennial yard open to shop in or get inspiration for your flower beds and garden 11-2 Food truck and Ice cream cart on site! Benny’s Hotdogs,…
BINGO at Nisswa American Legion
BINGO at Nisswa American Legion
BINGO Every Sunday starting at 3:30pm Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
2 events,
Bingo at the Brainerd VFW
Bingo at the Brainerd VFW
5 pm hamburgers and 6 pm Bingo at the Brainerd VFW. Everyone welcome. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Poker Night at Moonlite Bay
Poker Night at Moonlite Bay
ITs Poker night at Moonlite. The game starts at 6:30. Be here at 6pm to get bonus chips! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
4 events,
Discovery Tuesday
Discovery Tuesday
Join us on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the Month at 3:30 PM, for Discovery Tuesday. Science experiments and STEM, perfect for ages 7-12! May 9: Origami Circut* May 23: Q-Bitz Bowling* Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Seafood Raffle at B Merri
Seafood Raffle at B Merri
Join us every Tuesday, ticket sales starting at 5:30 for our Tuesday Night Meat Raffle! Numbers drawn at 6:30! Happy Hour 4-6pm. Sushi platters on special for dine-in or take-out only $21.99! Join us for a fun night and WIN! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Trivia Mafia at Jack Pine
Trivia Mafia at Jack Pine
Join us every Tuesday from 7pm-9pm for Taproom Trivia! Trivia Mafia is the use your noodle, not google trivia! Come play solo or bring a team. WIN FREE BEER! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Central Lakes Jazz Band & Wind Symphony Concert at Chalberg Theatre
Central Lakes Jazz Band & Wind Symphony Concert at Chalberg Theatre
The Central Lakes Jazz Orchestra, featuring vocalist Rebecca Timmins & Central Lakes Wind Symphony, present their spring concert “Perseverance” at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, May 9 in the CLC Chalberg Theatre. Cost $5 for adults; students and children 14 and under are free. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
2 events,
Spring Bird Hike at the Northland Arboretum
Spring Bird Hike at the Northland Arboretum
Join us for a birding hike around the Northland Arboretum. Binoculars and guidance provided! $5 for non-members. Free for Members – *Use code “FreeBird” when signing up. These hikes are sponsored by the Brainerd Lakes Area Audubon Society & Northland Arboretum Wednesdays: May 10 May 17 May 24 May 31 Saturdays: May 20 May 27…
Liberators & the Holocaust – A Presentation by Arn Kind at the Brainerd Library
Liberators & the Holocaust – A Presentation by Arn Kind at the Brainerd Library
Historian and re-enactor Arn Kind is coming back by popular demand on May 10 to present his most recent production “Liberators & The Holocaust”. Experience the tragic story of the Holocaust through first-person narratives of American GIs. As always, Arn promises to give a moving and authentic show. The program is funded with money from…
4 events,
Keys for Community featuring Deuces Wild Dueling Pianos at The Woods
Keys for Community featuring Deuces Wild Dueling Pianos at The Woods
Join us for an evening of music, comedy and improv featuring Deuces Wild Dueling Pianos! You are in for an incredible night of fun with these two amazing showmen! Get ready to laugh, clap, dance and sing along with Dave and Ted – Deuces Wild Dueling Pianos! All proceeds from the Keys for Community event…
Mother’s Day Celebration at Key Wellness
Mother’s Day Celebration at Key Wellness
Join us for sales and promotions all day & get permanent jewelry placement from 3-6pm by Permanently North. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Rendezvous at Confidence Learning Center – Mixed Bag
Rendezvous at Confidence Learning Center – Mixed Bag
Confidence Learning Center Rendezvous programs provide an opportunity to add a healthy component to all people’s lives regardless of ability or limitations. Each monthly Rendezvous will provide a social, educational, physical, and recreational opportunity for persons with cognitive and developmental disabilities. Rendezvous programs are set up to go at your own pace. Our activities can…
Happy Hour For A Cause at Baia Della – Relationship Safety Alliance
Happy Hour For A Cause at Baia Della – Relationship Safety Alliance
Join us for a fun event for a great cause at Baia Della in Baxter MN. This months fundraiser is for the Relationship Safety Alliance. Be sure to use the free registration link to let us know you are coming – the event includes wine tasting from Cash Wise Liquor, drink samples from 5 Rocks,…
3 events,
Powercruise @ BIR
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 for Powercruise. Unique in the world of car and driving events, Powercruise is a weekend-long horsepower party that lets entrants drive their cars…
Lakes Jam Pre-Jam Party at the Pitstop
Lakes Jam Pre-Jam Party at the Pitstop
Join us on May 12th from 6-9 pm at Pitstop for a live performance by Kelly Peterson, and get ready to dance the night away. This event is the perfect way to get pumped for the upcoming Lakes Jam festival, so don’t miss out. See you there! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area…
BlueEyes Karaoke
BlueEyes Karaoke
Enjoy Karaoke with Mitch at the Nisswa Legion Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
8 events,
Brainerd Arts & Craft Festival
Brainerd Arts & Craft Festival
Join us for the Brainerd Community Ed Spring Arts & Craft Festival. Browse handmade goods from 100+ arts and crafters! Located at Brainerd High School from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM on May 13, 2023. A perfect shopping event for Mother's Day weekend! Vendors: register online at https://brainerdce.ss12.sharpschool.com/adult/arts___crafts_festivals Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes…
Opening Day at Safari North Wildlife Park
Opening Day at Safari North Wildlife Park
Opening Day! Rides open at 10am we will run until 5:30 pm! Come get your thrills and screams out or take in the views of the zoo from our Ferris Wheel Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Mother’s Day Art at The Pines
Mother’s Day Art at The Pines
This is a 2 person project. A fun Mother's Day event (or dad's can bring a kid to make a present for mom). You both have the opportunity to customize your own artwork! Pick your paint color, greenery, word, etc. $40 per project. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Mother’s Day Sip & Paint at Ruttger’s
Mother’s Day Sip & Paint at Ruttger’s
A Sip & Paint party! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Jam at The Pit
Jam at The Pit
2nd Annual Jam at The Pit Golf Tournament Benefitting Midwest Country Music Organization at Gravel Pit Golf Course! Midwest CMO Artist Travis Thamert will be performing during the event and you’ll hear him throughout the course during play! Register your team NOW, Space is limited to 30 teams, and pay at the door! Register here:…
Regular Racing at North Central Speedway
Regular Racing at North Central Speedway
Pit Gate Opens at 4PM Grandstand Gate Open at 5PM Registration/Draw Cut-Off at 605 SHARP Green Flag around 6:45 PM Event Classes Rascal Aluminum WISSOTA Super Stock, DCM Supply IMCA Sport Mods, Metalwerx WISSOTA Mod Four, Seidel Auto & Tire IMCA Hobby Stocks, IMCA Sport Compact, Dynamite Offroad IMCA Stock Cars, Rascal Aluminum IMCA Modifieds…
Stand Up Comedy: Nathan Timmel
Stand Up Comedy: Nathan Timmel
Nathan Timmel is a stand-up comedy veteran, masterful storyteller, and headliner with years of experience behind the mic. Nathan finds the absurdity in everything from making babies to overcrowded prisons, creating comedy that’s intelligent, fun, and engaging (with a sprinkling of raucousness). "Not as serious as Plato, but lighter than Socrates. Livelier than Nixon, but…
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Mothers Day Buffet at Gas Can Bar & Grill
Mothers Day Buffet at Gas Can Bar & Grill
Celebrate Mom and join us for our mother's day buffet! 8am to 2pm! 💐 Our Buffet will include: New York Strip Steak Ham Tilapia in a Lemon Butter Sauce Cheesy Augratins Fresh Fruit Potato Salad Scrambled Egg Bake Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Bacon Sausage Caramel Pullaparts Dessert Adults- $19.95 Kids- $9.95 See you soon! 🏁⛽️🍻…
Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet at Sage on Laurel
Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet at Sage on Laurel
Our menu and details for Mothers Day Brunch. See you then! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Mother’s Day Brunch at Madden’s
Mother’s Day Brunch at Madden’s
Celebrate Mom with a brunch buffet crafted by Madden’s chefs. Enjoy a delectable spread including frittata egg bake, cheddar chive biscuits & spicy sausage gravy, carved prime rib, cold smoked salmon mini bagels, and more. Reservations are required. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Mother’s Day Brunch at Gather on 3
Mother’s Day Brunch at Gather on 3
All you can eat stations along with full bar, including Martinis, Mimosas, Champagne, Bloody Mary’s and Bloody Buddies. Adults – $29.99 Children under 12 – $1899 Children under 3 – FREE Reservations necessary. 218-829-7507, Opt. 3. Or Make your online reservation here. BRUNCH MENU ITEMS Chef Made -to- Order Omelette Action Station Build-a-Belgian Waffle Bar…
Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet – Black Bear Lodge & Saloon
Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet – Black Bear Lodge & Saloon
Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet at Black Bear Lodge & Saloon May 14, 2023 Seating 9:30-3:00 $30 Adults | $14 Children 4-12yrs Reservations taken for groups of 5 or more. Call 218.828.8400 Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet at Green Lantern
Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet at Green Lantern
Join us for our buffet!! Our Mothers Day buffet will feature: Carved Sirloin, Carved Ham, Egg Scramblers, French Toast Bake, Caramel Pull Apart Rolls, Sausage Links, Biscuits & Gravy, Swedish Meatballs, Smoked Sausage, Corn, Pasta Salad, Fresh Fruit, Creamy Mac & Cheese, Cheesy Potatoes and Dessert. The buffet will be 10am-2pm. No reservations please. We…
Mother’s Day Brunch at Quarterdeck Resort
Mother’s Day Brunch at Quarterdeck Resort
Join us at Quarterdeck Resort for a very special Mother's Day Brunch - Sunday, May 14th from 10a-2p. Chef Tom, Pastry Chef Amy and the rest of the QD crew have put together an unforgettable Mother's Day Brunch you won't want to miss. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
2 events,
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
3 events,
Mighty Machines at the Brainerd Public Library
Mighty Machines at the Brainerd Public Library
There will be a variety of vehicles to explore and see at the Brainerd Public Library parking lot on Tuesday, May 16th at 10am. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Youth on Stage Open Mic Set at Ya Sure Kombucha
Youth on Stage Open Mic Set at Ya Sure Kombucha
Who: For youth performers from 10-25 years of age Audiences – All Ages What: youth performers showing off their talents as a musician, singer, dancer, magician, comedian, storyteller, poetry reader, small band, or other family-friendly visual performance. Where: The James Cullen Room at Ya-Sure Kombucha Brewing in Downtown Brainerd, MN Why: A Place for youth…
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
2 events,
Spring Bird Hike at the Northland Arboretum
Spring Bird Hike at the Northland Arboretum
Join us for a birding hike around the Northland Arboretum. Binoculars and guidance provided! $5 for non-members. Free for Members – *Use code “FreeBird” when signing up. These hikes are sponsored by the Brainerd Lakes Area Audubon Society & Northland Arboretum Wednesdays: May 17 May 24 May 31 Saturdays: May 20 May 27 Traveling for…
Pints for a Purpose: Brainerd Public School Foundation
Pints for a Purpose: Brainerd Public School Foundation
Join us Wednesday, May 17 from 5pm-8pm. $1 from every beer sold will go directly to our nonprofit partner. Interested in learning more? Representatives from the Brainerd Public School Foundation will be on hand to talk about their impact on our community. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
2 events,
Healthy Living Through Art
Healthy Living Through Art
This 6 week course is presented by Chamber Members Dr. Kristy Lelcu and Tracy Miller Fine Art. Learn integrated solutions to balancing your physical, mental and emotional health through the blending of art and science. All supplies included. For detailed description of each two hour long class please visit the website link. Total cost is…
Bar Bingo at the Commander Bar
Bar Bingo at the Commander Bar
Commander Bar Bingo every Thursday at 6:30pm — Progressive Jackpot! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
3 events,
Bracket Drag Racing Series @ BIR
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…
Brainerd VFW Annual Buddy Poppy Drive
Fundraising to help veterans in need. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Brainerd Lakes Area Rock Music and Art Festival
Two Days and Two Nights of Live Music and Arts including: Live Music influenced mainly by the Reggae Genre. Also including segments of Live Poetry and Spoken Word. Activities & Workshops will include: – Yoga – Guided Meditation – Self Defense 101 – Painting – Hula Hoop – Poi – Bean Bag Toss – Karaoke…
8 events,
Crow Wing County 4-H Art Auction
Buy local artists’ work and support mental health. Proceeds to to CWC Mental Health Organizations. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Plant Sale at The Brainerd Center
Support The Center by purchasing starter plants, vegetables and hanging baskets for your gardens. There will be a wide variety of annuals and perennials. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Kids’ Fishing Clinic at Lum Park
Kids’ Fishing Clinic at Lum Park
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 by 9:30 a.m., accompanied by an adult and participate in all learning stations…
3rd Annual Walk of Hope
3rd Annual Walk of Hope
Walk for suicide prevention and awareness walk for recover from addiction. In the USA, suicides are up 30% over last year over last year and over 300 overdoses occur per day. This year’s walk will start at the Brainerd Medical Center on S. 6th Street and end in Crow Wing State Park. Bring attention and…
Spring Bash at The Green Lantern
Spring Bash at The Green Lantern
Outdoor Concert Saturday May 20, 2023 at The Green Lantern 9 miles East of Brainerd, MN on Hwy 18. Line Up 4:30 pm – Gates open 5 pm – Tail Gunners Lake Effect – 8:00 pm This is also a Lakes Jam pre – party Bonus On Friday night May 19 there will be a…
2 events,
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
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
3 events,
Garden Story Time at the Brainerd Library
Garden Story Time at the Brainerd Library
Join One Vegetable, One Community as we learn about eating our veggies and where they come from! No registration required. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Meat Raffle at PL American Legion
Meat Raffle at PL American Legion
Meat Raffle starting at 5:30pm Margaritas for $3 Full Menu Avaliable Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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
1 event,
Wednesday Night Street Drags @BIR
Wednesday Night Street Drags @BIR
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…
3 events,
Pequot Lakes Splash Pad – GRAND OPENING!
Pequot Lakes Splash Pad – GRAND OPENING!
SAVE THE DATE! It's been long awaited and it's finally time! More information to come!!! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Date night at Roundhouse Brewery
Date night at Roundhouse Brewery
For $50, you get 2 meals, 2 pints, and 1 hour of axe throwing! Reservations recommended. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Bar Bingo at the Commander Bar
Bar Bingo at the Commander Bar
Commander Bar Bingo every Thursday at 6:30pm — Progressive Jackpot! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
9 events,
Jack Pine Brewery Memorial Day Weekend Activities
A cheers to those who gave it all, for freedom’s eternal call. Friday, May 26 Special Beer Release: Strawberry Lemon Shandy Live Music: Paper Covers Rock; 6-9 pm Food: Benny’s Hotdogs & Lemonade 4-9 pm Saturday, May 27 Live Music: Fourteen Stories; 1-4 pm | Mighty trains Band; 6-9 pm Food: Just North of Memphis…
Street Car Showdown @ BIR
BIR hosts the first major race of the 2023 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…
Copper Cat – Memorial Weekend Promotion
Copper Cat – Memorial Weekend Promotion
Play a game with us during these dates: Friday (5/26) – Monday (5/29) and use this code: MEMORIALDAYTEN to access 10% off your booking! To book, give us a call at: 218.270.4305 or visit our website coppercatescapegames.com Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Memorial Day Sidewalk Sale at the Westgate Mall
Memorial Day Sidewalk Sale at the Westgate Mall
Join us for our sidewalk sale Friday, May 26th – Monday, May 29th. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Live Music – Moonlite Bay
Live Music – Moonlite Bay
Come by boat or car! Live music on the deck by Bud Roberts from 5:00–8:00 p.m. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Live Music – Roundhouse Brewery
Live Music – Roundhouse Brewery
Memorial Weekend Kickoff live music from Dos Guys! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Live Music – Snarky Loon Brewing Co.
Live Music – Snarky Loon Brewing Co.
Live music from 6:00–9:00 p.m. on the pontoon stage. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Live Music – Jack Pine Brewery
Live Music – Jack Pine Brewery
Every Friday night Jack Pine will be hosting musicians starting Friday, Feb. 3rd and through to after the ice melts. We hope to bring everyone together to find great tunes, great company, and great beers. Come find your new favorite musician, your new favorite beer, and make new friends as we kick off Chords from…
DJ Dance Party – Zorbaz
DJ Dance Party – Zorbaz
DJ Dance Party from 9:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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Jack Pine Brewery Memorial Day Weekend Activities
A cheers to those who gave it all, for freedom’s eternal call. Friday, May 26 Special Beer Release: Strawberry Lemon Shandy Live Music: Paper Covers Rock; 6-9 pm Food: Benny’s Hotdogs & Lemonade 4-9 pm Saturday, May 27 Live Music: Fourteen Stories; 1-4 pm | Mighty trains Band; 6-9 pm Food: Just North of Memphis…
Farmer’s Market at Ideal Green Market Food Cooperative
Farmer’s Market at Ideal Green Market Food Cooperative
Local farmers and food producers showcase their produce, meats, soaps, oils each Saturday at the Ideal Farmer’s Market. The Ideal Green Market Co-op is committed to showcasing the wonderful foods produced by our local farmers, ranchers, and food producers. Farmer’s markets operate weekly on Saturdays, beginning Memorial Day weekend (May 27) to Labor Day weekend…
Crosslake’s Original Flea Craft & Flea Market
Crosslake’s Original Flea Craft & Flea Market
Crosslake's Original Craft & Flea Market, south of town at the corner of County Road 3 and County Road 103. Sat. May 27 (Memorial Day Weekend) Sat. July 1 (4th of July Weekend) Sat. September 2 (Labor Day Weekend) Vendors contact Al Schewe for reservations 612-597-1827 Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Studio Explorations at the WonderTrek Children’s Museum Play Lab
Studio Explorations at the WonderTrek Children’s Museum Play Lab
Come play and learn with us on our climbing prototype structure! Your participation is crucial for the development of the museum, and programs, for your families! By watching kids play, learn, problem solve, and interact with others, as well as documenting their creations and play through photos and videos, we’re able to inform the development…
Bloody Mary Fest – Breezy Point Resort
Bloody Mary Fest – Breezy Point Resort
Join us this Memorial Weekend for a day of UNLIMITED bloody mary, craft beer and more samples! Buy your tickets before it’s too late! Limited tickets available! Saturday, May 27th at Breezy Point Resort- Minnesota Room on the 1st Floor General Admission: $35 Designated Driver: $15 10am- 1pm: General Admission Featured Vodka: Northland Vodka **Adults…
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
Crosslake Log Village
Crosslake Log Village
Opens for the season with self-guided or group history tours, entertaining activities, and events. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Live Music – Roundhouse Brewery
Live Music – Roundhouse Brewery
LIVE MUSIC TailGunners (2–5 p.m.) The Non-Prophets (7–9 p.m.) Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Kick off Taco Margarita Happy Hour Cruise on Gull Lake
Kick off Taco Margarita Happy Hour Cruise on Gull Lake
It’s a Taco and Margarita sun and fun kind of cruise! Join the Captain and crew for a great day on the water. We will kick it up with great tunes from all your Island favorites. All flavored or lime margaritas and Lakeside Coladas $6.00 Join us at the Taco buffet with soft and hard…
Live Music – Moonlite Bay
Live Music – Moonlite Bay
Moonlite Bay Music on the Deck: Come by boat or car! Live music by Dos Guys from 3:00–7:00 p.m. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Live Music – Elvis on the Dockside Deck at Breezy Point Resort
Live Music – Elvis on the Dockside Deck at Breezy Point Resort
Chris Olson wows the crowds with his “Memories of Elvis Show” outside on the Dockside Stage, for 28 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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Jack Pine Brewery Memorial Day Weekend Activities
A cheers to those who gave it all, for freedom’s eternal call. Friday, May 26 Special Beer Release: Strawberry Lemon Shandy Live Music: Paper Covers Rock; 6-9 pm Food: Benny’s Hotdogs & Lemonade 4-9 pm Saturday, May 27 Live Music: Fourteen Stories; 1-4 pm | Mighty trains Band; 6-9 pm Food: Just North of Memphis…
Breakfast and Bingo at the Brainerd American Legion
Breakfast and Bingo at the Brainerd American Legion
Every 4th Sunday of the month we will be hosting breakfast from 8 am to noon. Following breakfast, we will have progressive bar bingo at 1 pm At the Brained American Legion. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
2023 Race for Grace
2023 Race for Grace
5K Family Run & Walk IT ALL STARTED WHEN… Grace Elizabeth Lee was born with a congenital heart condition and underwent open heart surgery in May 2011. Little Grace was such a brave little trooper and fought back after her surgery. Life was good. Tragically, a few days later, just six days before her first…
Crosslake Log Village
Crosslake Log Village
Opens for the season with self-guided or group history tours, entertaining activities, and events. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Live Music – Roundhouse Brewery
Live Music – Roundhouse Brewery
Live music by RETRO (1–4 p.m.). Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Live Music – Jack Pine Brewery
Live Music – Jack Pine Brewery
Jack Pine Brewery: Food truck and live music by My Famous Friends (1–4 p.m.) and Sacrificing Sunday + Jennie Tulenchik (6–9 p.m.). Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Live Music – Snarky Loon Brewing Co.
Live Music – Snarky Loon Brewing Co.
Live music by One Night Stand Band from 4–7 p.m. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Live Music – Dockside Deck at Breezy Point Resort
Live Music – Dockside Deck at Breezy Point Resort
Wyld Ryce Band on the Dockside Deck at Breezy Point Resort: Wyld Rice performs its classic rock set from 6–9 p.m. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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Brainerd Memorial Day Ceremony
9:00 am: A wreath will be thrown in the Mississippi River from the Laurel Street Bridge. 9:45 am: A short ceremony at the All-Veterans Memorial at 4th and Laurel Streets. 10:30 am: Parade on 3rd Avenue NE to Evergreen Cemetery. 11:00 am: Main ceremony with the BHS Band at Evergreen Cemetery. In case of rain,…
Jack Pine Brewery Memorial Day Weekend Activities
A cheers to those who gave it all, for freedom’s eternal call. Friday, May 26 Special Beer Release: Strawberry Lemon Shandy Live Music: Paper Covers Rock; 6-9 pm Food: Benny’s Hotdogs & Lemonade 4-9 pm Saturday, May 27 Live Music: Fourteen Stories; 1-4 pm | Mighty trains Band; 6-9 pm Food: Just North of Memphis…
Memorial Day Services in Brainerd
Memorial Day Services in Brainerd
Memorial Day ceremonies in Brainerd will begin on the Laurel Street Bridge at 9 am throwing a wreath into the Mississippi River honoring our military who died at sea. Then to the All Veterans Memorial, 4th and Laurel Streets, for a short ceremony. A parade begins at 10:30 am on 3rd Avenue and goes north…
Memorial Day Golf Tournament at Whitefish Golf Club
Memorial Day Golf Tournament at Whitefish Golf Club
Join us to make a difference as Whitefish Golf Club hosts a Memorial Day Golf Tournament to benefit Homeless & Wounded Warriors of MN. 18 Hole - 4 person scramble 10a.m. Shotgun start $89 per person includes golf, cart and lunch Call 218-543-4900 to reserve your spot Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area…
Memorial Day Picnic at the Brainerd American Legion
Memorial Day Picnic at the Brainerd American Legion
Free for veterans and their families at the Brainerd Legion. Hosted by Brainerd American Legion and the Elks. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Live Music y Tacos Block Party – El Potro
Live Music y Tacos Block Party – El Potro
THIS IS THE BLAST OFF PARTY FOR SUMMER IN CROW WING COUNTY! All ages welcome! Come for a night of THE BEST TACOS, JARRITOS, MUSICA y BAILANDO in Crow Wing County…possibly the state! Live Music provide by Kray & Co. while Team Ascension leads the party inside with fun games only a martial artist could…
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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Meat Raffle at PL American Legion
Meat Raffle at PL American Legion
Meat Raffle starting at 5:30pm Margaritas for $3 Full Menu Avaliable Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament at Notch 8
Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament at Notch 8
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 good cards, feel free to buy ‘em a pint! Prizes for 🥇 🥈 and 🥉! Arrive…
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Spring Bird Hike at the Northland Arboretum
Spring Bird Hike at the Northland Arboretum
Join us for a birding hike around the Northland Arboretum. Binoculars and guidance provided! $5 for non-members. Free for Members – *Use code “FreeBird” when signing up. These hikes are sponsored by the Brainerd Lakes Area Audubon Society & Northland Arboretum Wednesdays: May 31 Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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No Break from Nature Summer Camp – 2023
No Break from Nature Summer Camp – 2023
Spend summer experiencing nature! Kids will experience instructor-led exploring, activities, and hiking. Thursdays, June-August. Grades 2-6. Some activities to expect: Hiking Minnesota Day Scat & Tracks Rock & Roll: Geology Kids can be dropped off at 7:45 a.m. and picked up at 3:00 p.m. Please bring a lunch for your child. Pre-registration is required, and…
Oil & Cold Wax Workshop at Crossing Arts
Oil & Cold Wax Workshop at Crossing Arts
Have you ever wondered why it can be such a challenge to create great art? Where do I start? What does my work need? How can I make it my own? This workshop is designed to help you with those challenges. In this fun workshop you will learn just how to do all of this!…
Family Storytime at the Library
Family 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. June 1: Sharks June 8: Find Your Voice June 15: Dairy Princess June…
Woodlore Cider – Law Enforcement Appreciation
Woodlore Cider – Law Enforcement Appreciation
Join us at Woodlore Cider on June 1st from 12-2 pm to show appreciation for our hardworking law enforcement officers! We’re teaming up with a generous donor to offer free cider and pizza for all law enforcement officers who attend. At the event, you’ll have the opportunity to meet and chat with local law enforcement…
Farmers Market at the Northern Pacific Center
Farmers Market at the Northern Pacific Center
June 1, 15, 29 July 13, 27 August 10, 24 September 7, 21 Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Salsa Night at Dunmire’s on the Lakes
Salsa Night at Dunmire’s on the Lakes
30 minute Salsa class + cocktail. 6:30-7 pm Salsa Class 7 pm Salsa Dance Party Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Bar Bingo at the Commander Bar
Bar Bingo at the Commander Bar
Commander Bar Bingo every Thursday at 6:30pm — Progressive Jackpot! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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Bracket Drag Racing Series @ BIR
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…
Karaoke at O’Neary’s Irish Pub
Late night karaoke starts at 8P! Bring your voice to sing, your jokes to tell, or your guitar to perform! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Baxter Farmers Market
Baxter Farmers Market
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. Please visit our vendor page for more info. Traveling for this event? Find…
Oil & Cold Wax Workshop at Crossing Arts
Oil & Cold Wax Workshop at Crossing Arts
Have you ever wondered why it can be such a challenge to create great art? Where do I start? What does my work need? How can I make it my own? This workshop is designed to help you with those challenges. In this fun workshop you will learn just how to do all of this!…
Dos Guys at Ernie’s on Gull
Dos Guys at Ernie’s on Gull
Schools out for summer!!! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Without a Hitch Music Series at Jack Pine Brewery
Without a Hitch Music Series at Jack Pine Brewery
Without a Hitch presents, a Jack Pine music series curated to spotlight talent from across Minnesota. Join us every Friday evening as Jack Pine opens its doors to musicians eager to gather our community around irresistible rhythms, good company, and exceptional brews. Venture out and discover your next favorite artist, your new go-to beer, and…
The MOJO MONKS are playing at the Commander Bar
The MOJO MONKS are playing at the Commander Bar
High energy- super fun and danceable energetic party music!! Classic Rock, Pop and Country! Established in 2009! Friday and Saturday night from 8:30-12:30! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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Tour of Lakes
Join us for the annual social ride starting in Brainerd, MN. Long, medium, and short routes to suit all riders and capabilities with great scenery, excellent food stops, and friendly company. Your ride can start between 6 and 8 am and includes full SAG support and route directions. Length of rides vary between 12 miles,…
Rock the Lantern for a Cure
Rock the Lantern for a Cure will be June 3 at the Green Lantern. This is an outdoor concert to raise money for Lymphoma and Leukemia Cancer research. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Christmas Point: Tent Sale
Christmas Point: Tent Sale
Christmas Point is having their annual tent sale! You don’t want to miss out on this event. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Last Runner Standing at Mount Ski Gull
Last Runner Standing at Mount Ski Gull
Course: 3ish miles, 700ft elevation gain Time: Loops will start every 45mins starting at 8am, you must complete each loop in that allotted timeframe or you will be eliminated, race goes as long as needed or until 8pm Registration: $20/PERSON, please register ahead of time. Must be 12 years old to compete; Race day: Home…
Teddy Bear Tea Party at the Brainerd Library
Teddy Bear Tea Party at the Brainerd Library
Grab your stuffie and join us as we act out Ame Dyckman’s Tea Party Rules. Registration is required. To register call 218-829-5574 or click here. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Oil & Cold Wax Workshop at Crossing Arts
Oil & Cold Wax Workshop at Crossing Arts
Have you ever wondered why it can be such a challenge to create great art? Where do I start? What does my work need? How can I make it my own? This workshop is designed to help you with those challenges. In this fun workshop you will learn just how to do all of this!…
Lyman P. White Park – Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting
Lyman P. White Park – Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting
Our new Lyman P. White Park, featuring the Mississippi Landing Trailhead, is situated on a 3-acre parcel adjacent to the Mississippi River. The park was built with the intention of connecting residents and visitors to the Mississippi River through recreation, education, and restoration; providing an accessible connection to the river for everyone. The park features…
Dusti Rhoads Nail Application Class at Wood, Wax & Wearables
Dusti Rhoads Nail Application Class at Wood, Wax & Wearables
Ever wonder how to put on Nail Strips? This class will teach you the tips and tricks of nail strips! Price is a purchase of Dusti Rhoads Nail Strip from Wood, Wax, & Wearables. Online Tickets: Buy a ticket, DO NOT add nail strips to your order. Nail Strip price is included with ticket price.…
North Central Speedway – Ron Johnson Memorial
North Central Speedway – Ron Johnson Memorial
Tonight we honor the memory of Ron Johnson! Some fun events will be added to this night! Details to come!!! Pit Gate Opens at 4PM Grandstand Gate Open at 5PM Registration/Draw Cut-Off at 605 SHARP Green Flag around 6:45 PM Event Classes Rascal Aluminum WISSOTA Super Stock, DCM Supply IMCA Sport Mods, Metalwerx WISSOTA Mod…
The MOJO MONKS are playing at the Commander Bar
The MOJO MONKS are playing at the Commander Bar
High energy- super fun and danceable energetic party music!! Classic Rock, Pop and Country! Established in 2009! Friday and Saturday night from 8:30-12:30! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging