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8 events,
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
2 events,
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…
1 event,
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
7 events,
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
4 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…
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
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
6 events,
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
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,…
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…
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!…
1 event,
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
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
2 events,
Actors Repertory Theatre presents God of Carnage at the Dryden Theatre
A Play by Yasmina Reza, translated by Christopher Hampton. Recipient of The Tony Award® for Best Play THE STORY: A playground altercation between eleven-year-old boys brings together two sets of Brooklyn parents for a meeting to resolve the matter. At first, diplomatic niceties are observed, but as the meeting progresses, and the rum flows, tensions…
Brainerd Farmers Market
Brainerd Farmers Market
The Lakes Area Growers Market – Brainerd is conveniently located just off of Hwy 210/Washington Street in downtown Brainerd, in the parking lot of the Franklin Arts Center. Visit us Tuesdays starting mid-May through October for fresh produce and other locally sourced food and goods. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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…
3 events,
Rendezvous at Confidence Learning Center – Celebrate Summer
Rendezvous at Confidence Learning Center – Celebrate Summer
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…
Music in the Park at Crosby
Music in the Park at Crosby
Featuring Roy Liljequist & The DuChane Brothers Another great event hosted in the Cuyuna Lakes Area, Music in the Park is hosted every second and fourth Thursday in the months of June, July, and August in Crosby’s Memorial Park. A free community event made possible through a generous grant from the Five Wings Art Council…
2 events,
MAP Proving Grounds @ BIR
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.…
2 events,
Free Park Day at Crow Wing State Park
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is waiving vehicle permit fees at all 75 state parks and recreation areas on four dates in 2023. The Free Park Days will be: Saturday, June 10 Saturday, Sept. 9 Friday, Nov. 24 There’s a state park or recreation area within 30 miles of most Minnesotans. In addition to…
1 event,
4 events,
North Star Camp Day Camp
Are you excited to come to North Star Camp but not able to come for a full week? If so, this option may be perfect for you! Come experience a day, or two, of North Star Camp’s Day Camp! Each camper will be able to choose one activity rotation per day during the registration process.…
S.N.A.P.: Youth Stage North Acting Program
If you’ve always wanted to give acting a try, this is your opportunity! If you just want to sharpen your skills, SNAP works for you as well. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Painting Lessons at Franklin Arts
Painting Lessons at Franklin Arts
Come learn to paint with acrylics in a professional artists studio. Tracy is here to help you create what is in your minds eye or learn how to see and paint an animal, abstract or loose landscape. This class is limited to 6 participants at a time so you can get individualized attention. This class…
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
4 events,
Vacation Bible School
God of Open Waters. We will have a meal, singing and lesson with Pastor Steve, activities and crafts all showing us how God shows his love for everyone in different ways, this time dealing with water. Wed, Thur, Fri from 5:00pm to 8:00pm Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Brainerd Farmers Market
Brainerd Farmers Market
The Lakes Area Growers Market – Brainerd is conveniently located just off of Hwy 210/Washington Street in downtown Brainerd, in the parking lot of the Franklin Arts Center. Visit us Tuesdays starting mid-May through October for fresh produce and other locally sourced food and goods. Please visit our vendor page for more info. Traveling for…
3 events,
Flag Day Ceremony
Flag Day Ceremony
There is no better symbol of our country’s values and traditions than the Flag of the United States of America. It continues to exemplify the profound commitment to freedom, equality, and opportunity made by our founders more than two centuries ago. Our flag’s proud stars and stripes have long inspired our people and its beautiful…
4 events,
Street Outlaws @ BIR
No Prep Kings is the newest series in the Street Outlaws franchise. We’re moving off the street and onto a rough and relentless track. No Prep means that nothing has been done to the track to help the drivers out. These roads are rough and untested. But in this competition, one race is just a…
Farmers Market at the Northern Pacific Center
Farmers Market at the Northern Pacific Center
June 15, 29 July 13, 27 August 10, 24 September 7, 21 Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
3 events,
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…
5 events,
Baby Animal Weekend at Safari North
Baby Animal Weekend at the Zoo! Join us for a weekend full of adorable baby animals that you can get up close with, learn about, and take photos of! A brand new event as Safari North, sure to be fun for people of all ages! Regular admission rates apply. Tickets purchased in person only! Stay…
40th Annual Camp Fishing Classic – Zorbaz on the Lake
40th Annual Camp Fishing Classic – Zorbaz on the Lake
40th Annual Camp Fishing Classic SATURDAY, JUNE 17, 2023 AT 8 AM – 2 PM ————————————– The Fishing Classic boats will take off Saturday morning at 8am from Zorbaz on Gull Lake. This is a chance to fish with some of the greatest fishing guides there is to offer! Awards, food and gathering will take…
2nd Annual Freedom Festival
2nd Annual Freedom Festival
Everyone is invited to this free, family event. 12 pm – Posting of Colors, Free Kids Games 12-3:30 pm – Silent Auction 12:30 pm – Flag Folding 1 pm – Flag Retirement Ceremony, Adults Bean Bag Tournament 1-3 pm – Face Painting Prize drawing every 15 minutes for children and adults. DJ and food available…
Firefly Festival at the Northland Arboretum
Firefly Festival at the Northland Arboretum
An outdoor music event featuring Mason Dixon Line & Norman’s Bait and Tackle Choir. Commemorative beer glass | Food trucks | Raffle drawing VIP: Advanced – $35 At the door – $40 General Admission: Advanced – $25 At the door – $30 Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
3 events,
Summer Solstice – A Lakes Area Music Festival Performance
Summer Solstice – A Lakes Area Music Festival Performance
Enjoy the longest sunset of the year lake-side at Madden’s with the Lakes Area Music Festival. Summer Solstice is a celebration of great food and music, featuring a quartet of opera singers performing familiar hits by Mozart, Rossini, Verdi, Bizet, and more. This annual fundraiser – complete with raffles and auctions – benefits our youth…
2 events,
Pink Lady’s Slippers Hike at the Northland Arboretum
Pink Lady’s Slippers Hike at the Northland Arboretum
Enjoy a guided walk showing you live blooming Pink Showy Lady’s Slippers followed by a pink theme party with food & drinks. *Wear pink! Don’t forget your camera! $20 per person for Arboretum members $25 per person for non-members Pre-registration is required – Space is limited. The deadline to register is June 14th Class fee…
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
2 events,
Kid’s Nature Camp at Mount Ski Gull
Kid’s Nature Camp at Mount Ski Gull
Where: Nature Camp will be hosted at Mount Ski Gull (9898 County 77 SW, Nisswa), we will be outside at MSG, but will have our indoor meeting space location at the Yurt on the East side of the Chalet. Price: $10/session per youth. Scholarships are available please email info@mountskigull.com for information. Registration: In the registration…
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…
2 events,
Lakes Jam @ BIR
Lakes Jam is a annual event that unites rock and country music fans from all walks of life and brings them together in the Brainerd Lakes area! Located in lakes country on the grounds of Brainerd International Raceway, the area boasts beautiful scenery and allows Lakes Jam to offer optimal camping and weekend fun. Founded…
Pints for a Purpose: Brainerd Kennel Club
Pints for a Purpose: Brainerd Kennel Club
Join us Wednesday, June 21 from 5pm-8pm. $1 from every beer sold will go directly to our nonprofit partner. Interested in learning more? Representatives from Brainerd Kennel Club will be on hand to talk about their impact on our community. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
2 events,
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…
2 events,
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! Show us your talent 🎤🖤 Have a good time! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
3 events,
Junior Zookeeper Day and Enrichment Workshop at Safari North
Junior Zookeeper Day and Enrichment Workshop at Safari North
Join us for our second Jr. Zookeeper and Enrichment Workshop day! Kids are encouraged to dress up as a zookeeper and can join our very own keepers for an enrichment workshop! We welcome kids of all ages to help create and learn about the importance of enrichment and even get the chance to see their…
2 events,
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
A Dazzle of Dragonflies at the Northland Arboretum
A Dazzle of Dragonflies at the Northland Arboretum
Calico Pennant, Dot-tailed Whiteface, Horned Clubtail, Band-winged Meadowhawk. . . their names may sound exotic, but all of these species fly the wetlands and trails of Northland Arboretum. Join us as we explore species identification, habitat, metamorphoses, and bio-diversity. Leaders: LeAnn and Ron Plinske, avid dragonfly enthusiasts, are also Minnesota Master Naturalist Volunteers and Northland…
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
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
2 events,
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…
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…
2 events,
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
Lakes Area Music Festival: Summer Nights
Lakes Area Music Festival: Summer Nights
ANNA CLYNE: This Midnight Hour HECTOR BERLIOZ: Les nuits d’eté (Summer Nights) – Julia Bullock, soprano JOHANNES BRAHMS: Symphony No. 2 It’s difficult to fully experience the magic of the Lakes Area without spending a summer evening by the water. In a program inspired by the warmth and mystery of summer nights, the LAMF orchestra…
2 events,
PleasureLand RV Show & Go @ BIR
PleasureLand RV Center will take over BIR for its Brainerd RV Show & Sale, featuring over 200 RVs and campers for sale. The show is free and open to the public. PleasureLand RV is your premier RV dealership in Minnesota. Specializing in quality new and used RVs from some of the top manufacturers including, Keystone, Crossroads, Dutchmen, Itasca, Skyline,…
CRA Motorcycle Racing at Brainerd International Raceway
The Central Roadracing Association brings its insane brand of Superbike racing to BIR’s Competition Road Course. Superbike racers challenge the tight road course, taking the corners on two wheels and a knee. It’s a thrill a minute and great racing action. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging