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Cribbage Tourney at Jack Pine Brewery
Cribbage Tourney at Jack Pine Brewery
Come join us Monday night’s at 6pm here at Jack Pine Brewery. We will be drawing up a quick bracket tournament with a $5 buy in and then sit down to enjoy good times, good beers, and good friends over the cribbage boards. Cash and beer prizes. No league commitment. New bracket every Monday night.…
2 events,
Read to Georgia, the Brainerd Library Reader Dog
Read to Georgia, the Brainerd Library Reader Dog
Georgia loves hearing stories from readers of all ages. Sign up to read to her today! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Guided Painting at Yesterday’s Gone
Guided Painting at Yesterday’s Gone
Come paint a fish with me at Yesterday’s Gone on Tuesday February 27th! 6pm- $40! Includes a 11”x14” canvas and a chance to win one of my prints! We will be exploring complimentary colors and contrast in this guided painting session. A fun, supportive, and collaborative environment (plus good food and drink) guaranteed! Either stop…
2 events,
ECFE at the Brainerd Public Library
ECFE at the Brainerd Public Library
Join us for ECFE (Early Childhood Family Education) at the Library for stories, songs, and exploring stations together. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Smokin’ Side Dishes Class at The Smokestack BBQ Supply Store
Smokin’ Side Dishes Class at The Smokestack BBQ Supply Store
We are so excited to be hosting some brand-new classes this year in our new store space! Join us for an evening of exploring various side dishes prepared on a variety of grills. This class will broaden your recipe catalog and will offer a chance to get hands-on if you wish. Admission to the class…
1 event,
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 3-8, but all are welcome. Please register so we can plan for everyone to be able to do a craft! We meet in the large meeting room. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
6 events,
Have a Dairy Goat Experience at Country Sunshine
Have a Dairy Goat Experience at Country Sunshine
The barn is an exciting place to be this time of year as the mamas have had their babies within the past two weeks. That means I am currently milking 17 does and bottle feeding 32 baby goats! :) My daughters light up with excitement and experience pure joy when they are with the goats.…
Chords from the Corner – A Jack Pine Brewery Music Series
Chords from the Corner – A Jack Pine Brewery Music Series
Every Friday night from 6-9pm at Jack Pine Brewery you will find live music from artists from the BLA, Duluth, the Twin Cities, and more! March 1 – Eli Gardiner March 8 – Jon Theis March 15 – Razz Acoustic Eli Gardiner is a songwriter from Minneapolis, MN. He’s taking the stage from 5-8pm. The…
Meat Raffle at The Brainerd American Legion
Meat Raffle at The Brainerd American Legion
Join us every Friday at the Brainerd American Legion Post 255 for a meat raffle. The ticket sales starting at 5:30 for our Friday Night Meat Raffle! Proceeds from the meat raffle go to the non-profit group that worked that meat raffle. March 1 – Gabriel’s Home March 8- Brainerd Warrior Cheerleading March 15 –…
Newcomer’s Event – March Get Together
Newcomer’s Event – March Get Together
We will meet at Dunmire’s on the Lakes at 6 pm. Their Friday night special is fish and shrimp with fires. You are free to order off the menu if fish isn’t your favorite. Please RSVP by February 28. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Kevin Wright at the Eagles
Kevin Wright at the Eagles
Kevin Wright will be playing at the Brainerd Eagles. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Live Music at The Side Track
Live Music at The Side Track
March 1 – Trent Bergeron – 8 pm March 2 – Dos Guys – 1 pm March 9 – Wayside – 9 pm March 15 – Wayne Renn – 8 pm March 23 – Haydn – 8 pm March 29 – Andy Austin – 7 pm Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
6 events,
Polar Plunge at Breezy Point
We know how to have fun in the Winter! The idea of dipping into Pelican Lake sounds inviting most days, but when the top layer of ice has to be removed first – not so much. Funds raised at the Polar Bear Plunge event in Breezy Point will go to Special Olympics Minnesota to help…
Barcode Palooza at The 218 Galleria
Barcode Palooza at The 218 Galleria
Join us for BARCODE PALOOZA! Saturday, March 2nd from 10-6pm and Sunday, March 3rd from 11-4. We will have a wide range of vendors. You do not want to miss this! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Live Music at The Side Track
Live Music at The Side Track
March 2 – Dos Guys – 1 pm March 9 – Wayside – 9 pm March 15 – Wayne Renn – 8 pm March 23 – Haydn – 8 pm March 29 – Andy Austin – 7 pm Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Open Curling at the Brainerd Lakes Curling Club
Open Curling at the Brainerd Lakes Curling Club
Public Open Curling is a chance for the public to give curling a try. You don’t need to be a member, but there’s a $10 fee per person, or $20 per family. All the equipment is provided, and club volunteers and instructors will be on hand to provide instruction, if needed. All you need are…
Forever Young – A CLCPAC Production
Forever Young – A CLCPAC Production
Forever Young follows one unforgettable group of friends as they discover the greatest hits of all time! Set in a music-filled suburban basement, this unbelievable heartfelt true story is guaranteed to take you back to the first time you pushed play, tuned in, and set the needle down. Featuring songs by; Billy Joel, The Beatles,…
Lantern Idol 2024 at the Green Lantern Bar & Grill
Lantern Idol 2024 at the Green Lantern Bar & Grill
Lantern Idol is a singing contest that takes place the first 3 Saturday nights in March. March 23th will be the finale! The grand prize is $1,000 CASH!! Other great prizes will be given for runners up. Practice starts at 8 pm and the contest begins at 9:00. There will not be karaoke following additions…
3 events,
Purse BINGO at Dunmire’s Bar & Grill
Purse BINGO at Dunmire’s Bar & Grill
$50 gets you 1 free drink and 9 chances to win! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Puzzle Competition at Woodlore Cider
Puzzle Competition at Woodlore Cider
Get ready for a fun-filled afternoon at Woodlore! Join us for our third Taproom Jigsaw Puzzle Competition. Assemble your dream team and dive into a world of pieces and puzzles. 🧐🍺 Here’s the deal: 🍎 Team Up: Bring 3 friends to form a 4-person puzzle squad. 🍎 Battle of Wits: Race against up to 9…
Mark Petersen Band at the Green Lantern
Mark Petersen Band at the Green Lantern
The Mark Petersen band is a classic country quartet of local musicians from the Brainerd area. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
1 event,
Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament at Jack Pine Brewery
Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament at Jack Pine Brewery
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 1st, 2nd and 3rd place!!…
2 events,
Middle School Studio Tuesdays at The Crossing Arts Alliance
Middle School Studio Tuesdays at The Crossing Arts Alliance
Young artists ages 10-14 are invited to join us for a fun art project one Tuesday each month! Summer studio hours are TBD. This event is free to attend! Donations of $10 per student are appreciated but not required. Thank you! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Seafood & Meat Raffle at b*merri gastropub
Seafood & Meat Raffle at b*merri gastropub
Join us for our Tuesday night SEAFOOD & MEAT RAFFLE at b*merri gastropub! Ticket sales start at 5:30pm and numbers are drawn at 6:30pm. Tickets are $1 each and support the Brainerd Snodeos Snowmobile Club. Happy hour 4-6pm Come out to support a great organization and WIN! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area…
2 events,
Pellet Grill 101 Class at The Smokestack BBQ Supply Store
Pellet Grill 101 Class at The Smokestack BBQ Supply Store
We are so excited to be hosting some brand-new classes this year in our new store space! We’re kicking off Grill-A-Palooza week with Pellet Grilling 101. We want to educate our customers on the ease of use and the many ways to use a Pellet Grill. Topics covered in this class will include Setup, Technology…
Open Mic at Coco Moon
Open Mic at Coco Moon
Here is what you need to know: Open Mic will be held on the first Wednesday of the month, must sign up in person, 15 minute time slots, show runs from 6:00 to 8:30, sound equipment and house guitar will be supplied, open to all ages, good vibes only. Open mic is open to all…
1 event,
High School Studio Thursdays at The Crossing Arts Alliance
High School Studio Thursdays at The Crossing Arts Alliance
One Thursday each month, we’ll be hosting a High School Studio night for teens! Come on over to the Crossing Arts after school and do some art! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
6 events,
Brainerd Boat Show
SHOW TIMES: Friday 11am-7pm Saturday 10am-5pm Sunday 10am-3pm Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Grill-A-Palooza 2024
Join Us March 8th-10th as we host our annual Grill-A-Palooza event, our largest sale of the year! You don’t want to miss out on discounts and deals on some of the best Grills and Smokers on the market, as well as our in store specials with Seasonings, Sauces, & Pellets. This is a free event…
Fish Fry Fundraiser – St. Francis of the Lakes School
Fish Fry Fundraiser – St. Francis of the Lakes School
Join us every Friday in Lent for an all you can eat Fish Fry! Starting at 4:30-6:30 in the St. Francis in the Social Hall! All money raised goes towards benefiting the St. Francis of the Lake Catholic School. $15 per person $8 for 11 and under Punch cards available for $80 in the school…
Have a Chore Time Experience at Country Sunshine
Have a Chore Time Experience at Country Sunshine
The barn is an exciting place to be this time of year as the mamas have had their babies within the past two weeks. That means I am currently milking 17 does and bottle feeding 32 baby goats! :) My daughters light up with excitement and experience pure joy when they are with the goats.…
Chords from the Corner – A Jack Pine Brewery Music Series
Chords from the Corner – A Jack Pine Brewery Music Series
Every Friday night from 6-9pm at Jack Pine Brewery you will find live music from artists from the BLA, Duluth, the Twin Cities, and more! March 8 – Jon Theis March 15 – Razz Acoustic Jon Theis came back from the edge with a new lease on life to pour his heart into songs that…
Grassroots Concert Series
Grassroots Concert Series
March 8, 2024 – Annie Humphrey March 22, 2024 – John Gorka April 12, 2024 – Eric Peltoniemi & Dean Magraw April 26, 2024 – Charlie Maguire Leech Lake Anishinaabe singer-songwriter Annie Humphrey will share new music from her recent release The Light In My Bones. Her songs inspire, and emphasize the power individuals have…
11 events,
Downtown Brainerd Shamrock Shop
Get ready to strike gold this St. Patrick’s Day by shopping local! Each purchase of $10 or more at participating businesses from March 9th – 17th gets you a stamp. Submit your completed stamp card by Monday, March 18th for a chance to win a $250 Shopping Spree! Drop Off in person at Knotty Pine…
Multigenerational Play Day at The Center
Multigenerational Play Day at The Center
Explore, laugh, and make memories with a variety of activities, all designed for grandparents and grandkids to enjoy together! Space is limited, reserve your spot today. Sign up online here or call The Center at 218-829-9345. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Crossing Arts Creativity Kit Giveaway
Crossing Arts Creativity Kit Giveaway
Join us on Saturday, March 9, 10 to noon, when we will be giving out creativity kits to anyone who wants a little bit of creative fun. Kits will be available on tables inside of Crossing Arts. Kits include two art projects, a coloring sheet, and more! Creativity Kits are free to the public. Kits…
Succulent Container Workshop at Country Sunshine
Succulent Container Workshop at Country Sunshine
Get excited for spring by coming out to the greenhouse to make a succulent centerpiece! A wide variety of succulents will be available to choose from when making a unique planter. Cost of class is $40 and includes all supplies. Choose a container, fill with soil, pick out up to 5 succulents to plant and…
St. Patrick’s Day Cookie Decorating Workshop at Knotty Pine Bakery
St. Patrick’s Day Cookie Decorating Workshop at Knotty Pine Bakery
Enjoy the fun of sugar cookie decorating without all of the prep work or clean up by attending our St. Patrick’s Day walk-in cookie workshop! A great activity for kids! Stop in between 10am-2pm and get a set of lucky-themed cookies, then have fun decorating with frosting and sprinkles in our classroom space. Cost is…
Bingo at the Brainerd Eagles
Bingo at the Brainerd Eagles
Bingo at the Eagles; kitchen open at noon; guests and visitors WELCOME! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Have a Dairy Goat Experience at Country Sunshine
Have a Dairy Goat Experience at Country Sunshine
The barn is an exciting place to be this time of year as the mamas have had their babies within the past two weeks. That means I am currently milking 17 does and bottle feeding 32 baby goats! :) My daughters light up with excitement and experience pure joy when they are with the goats.…
Lantern Idol 2024 at the Green Lantern Bar & Grill
Lantern Idol 2024 at the Green Lantern Bar & Grill
Lantern Idol is a singing contest that takes place the first 3 Saturday nights in March. March 23th will be the finale! The grand prize is $1,000 CASH!! Other great prizes will be given for runners up. Practice starts at 8 pm and the contest begins at 9:00. There will not be karaoke following additions…
Live Music at The Side Track
Live Music at The Side Track
March 9 – Wayside – 9 pm March 15 – Wayne Renn – 8 pm March 23 – Haydn – 8 pm March 29 – Andy Austin – 7 pm Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
7 events,
Breakfast at the Brainerd Eagles
Breakfast at the Brainerd Eagles
The Brainerd Eagles host a monthly breakfast (2nd Sunday of the month); guests & visitors are welcome. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
5 & Under Play Lab at the WonderTrek Children’s Museum
5 & Under Play Lab at the WonderTrek Children’s Museum
Pack up the toddlers and come to the Play Lab where the kids will learn through play with our hands-on materials and activities! Admission is free, donations accepted. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Fishing & Ducks BINGO at the Green Lantern
Fishing & Ducks BINGO at the Green Lantern
Join us for BINGO. Win guns, outdoor gear, cash. Supporting Brainerd Warrior Fishing Team and Ducks Unlimited. $20 Entry fee includes a burger and beer, rail drink or soft drink. $50 for your 10 game BINGO packet. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Mark Petersen Band at the Green Lantern
Mark Petersen Band at the Green Lantern
The Mark Petersen band is a classic country quartet of local musicians from the Brainerd area. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
3 events,
Book Club at the Northland Arboretum
Book Club at the Northland Arboretum
This months book is “Finding the Mother Tree: Discovering the Wisdom of the Forest,” By Suzanne Simard Attendees must obtain their own copies. This is FREE and Open to the Public Please RSVP so we know to expect you! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Cribbage Tourney at Jack Pine Brewery
Cribbage Tourney at Jack Pine Brewery
Come join us Monday night’s at 6pm here at Jack Pine Brewery. We will be drawing up a quick bracket tournament with a $5 buy in and then sit down to enjoy good times, good beers, and good friends over the cribbage boards. Cash and beer prizes. No league commitment. New bracket every Monday night.…
5 events,
Spring Break Camp at the Northland Arboretum
Spring Break Camp at the Northland Arboretum
We aim to get children outside and exploring nature in any season. Exploration and free play are important parts of childhood development. In addition, children will learn about topics like the hiking, birding, the power of the earth, wind weather, and more! Available for children in grades 2-6. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes…
Read to Georgia, the Brainerd Library Reader Dog
Read to Georgia, the Brainerd Library Reader Dog
Georgia loves hearing stories from readers of all ages. Sign up to read to her today! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Snuffle Mat Making Class at Woodlore Cider
Snuffle Mat Making Class at Woodlore Cider
Calling all dog lovers! ❤️ Join us for a paw-sitively delightful Snuffle Mat Making Craft Class hosted by Northern Lakes Rescue! 🔍 What’s a Snuffle Mat? A snuffle mat is a fantastic way to engage your furry friend’s natural foraging instincts, providing mental stimulation, stress relief, and a fun, interactive experience! 🐾 🎨 Craft Your…
Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament at Notch 8 Chowhouse & Drinkery
Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament at Notch 8 Chowhouse & Drinkery
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 1st, 2nd and 3rd place!…
4 events,
St. Patrick’s Day Specials at Sage on Laurel
Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Spring Break Camp at the Northland Arboretum
Spring Break Camp at the Northland Arboretum
We aim to get children outside and exploring nature in any season. Exploration and free play are important parts of childhood development. In addition, children will learn about topics like the hiking, birding, the power of the earth, wind weather, and more! Available for children in grades 2-6. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes…
ECFE at the Brainerd Public Library
ECFE at the Brainerd Public Library
Join us for ECFE (Early Childhood Family Education) at the Library for stories, songs, and exploring stations together. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
6 events,
2024 St. Patrick’s Lost Pot O’ Gold
Somewhere within the city limits of Crosslake lays, dangles, hides or hangs the 2024 St. Patrick's Day Pot O' Gold. Watch for three daily clues released at 9 a.m. beginning Thurs. March 14, 2024 to guide you to the treasure! Every Crosslake St. Patrick's Day Parade & Celebration attendee has a story, and finding this…
Spring Break Camp at the Northland Arboretum
Spring Break Camp at the Northland Arboretum
We aim to get children outside and exploring nature in any season. Exploration and free play are important parts of childhood development. In addition, children will learn about topics like the hiking, birding, the power of the earth, wind weather, and more! Available for children in grades 2-6. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes…
Origami at the Brainerd Public Library
Origami at the Brainerd Public Library
Join us and learn how to fold origami. Try one or more of the following: Dog Head, Cat Head, Jumping Frog, Crane, Fox, Butterfly, and Heart. All ages welcome! Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Building Blocks & Brews at Jack Pine Brewery
Building Blocks & Brews at Jack Pine Brewery
Our friends over at Lakes Area Habitat for Humanity are lending us their collection of building bricks. Bring your creativity and unwind! Bring a friend and challenge them to a tower-building contest. The opportunities are as endless as your imagination! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
7 events,
Irish Specials at the Brainerd American Legion
Corned Beef & Cabbage – $14 Reuben w/ chips – $10.50 Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Fish Fry Fundraiser – St. Francis of the Lakes School
Fish Fry Fundraiser – St. Francis of the Lakes School
Join us every Friday in Lent for an all you can eat Fish Fry! Starting at 4:30-6:30 in the St. Francis in the Social Hall! All money raised goes towards benefiting the St. Francis of the Lake Catholic School. $15 per person $8 for 11 and under Punch cards available for $80 in the school…
Chords from the Corner – A Jack Pine Brewery Music Series
Chords from the Corner – A Jack Pine Brewery Music Series
Every Friday night from 6-9pm at Jack Pine Brewery you will find live music from artists from the BLA, Duluth, the Twin Cities, and more! March 15 – Razz Acoustic Born and raised in northern Minnesota, Razz is a singer/songwriter/rock and roll acoustic troubadour. Other than his time in the US Army, overseas fighting the…
Live Music at The Side Track
Live Music at The Side Track
March 15 – Wayne Renn – 8 pm March 23 – Haydn – 8 pm March 29 – Andy Austin – 7 pm Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
10 events,
St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Celebration – Crosslake
Don your green and join in all the St. Patrick’s Day festivities in Crosslake! Here, everyone is Irish for the weekend and the excitement to cure cabin fever is at an all-time-high. The parade, Clover Dash 5k, Lost Pot O’ Gold medallion hunt, and Lucky Lanyard Deals and Discounts will keep you busy all weekend!…
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration – Downtown Brainerd
Kid’s Costume Contest Registration at 11:30 a.m. at the Brainerd VFW Contest at 12:00 p.m. 1st Place: Bicycle for both the first-place girl and boy 2nd Place: Special prize package 3rd Place: Special prize package Goodie bags for the first 30 participants. Downtown Parade Parade starts at 1:00 p.m. Prizes for floats include: Best of…
Shep’s on 6th St. Patrick’s Day Party
Shep’s on 6th St. Patrick’s Day Party
🍀💚 Get Ready for St. Patrick's Day at Shep's on 6th! 💚🍀 Event Details: Date: March 16th Time: Doors open at 10 AM | Parade steps off at 1 PM 🍺 Drink Specials: - Green Beers all day to keep the spirits high! 🍻 - 'Greenies' cocktails to toast to good health and good friends!…
St. Patrick’s Day Kids Studio Saturday at The Crossing Arts Alliance
St. Patrick’s Day Kids Studio Saturday at The Crossing Arts Alliance
Bring your young artist to Crossing Arts for Kids’ Studio Saturdays! Each month, we’ll have a kiddo-friendly project in the studio for the creative little ones in your life. Kiddos must be accompanied by an adult. This event is free, though donations of $5-10 per child are appreciated when possible. Donations keep this program running…
Paint-Your-Own Sugar Cookie at Knotty Pine Bakery
Paint-Your-Own Sugar Cookie at Knotty Pine Bakery
Enjoy the festivities of Downtown Brainerd’s St. Patrick’s Day Celebration by stopping into Knotty Pine Bakery for a themed Paint-Your-Own Sugar Cookie! Come on in anywhere between 10am-2pm, no registration needed! Cost is $5/person and includes a paintable cookie, edible watercolor paint, and brush! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
UMGG Region IV Boxing Tournament
UMGG Region IV Boxing Tournament
Upper Midwest Golden Gloves Region IV and Championship Boxing Tournaments Coming to the Northern Pacific Center. The Northern Pacific Center, known for its commitment to promoting sports and community engagement, is proud to host these two back-to-back events that will bring together boxing enthusiasts, athletes, and supporters from across the region. Time: Doors open at…
Lantern Idol 2024 at the Green Lantern Bar & Grill
Lantern Idol 2024 at the Green Lantern Bar & Grill
Lantern Idol is a singing contest that takes place the first 3 Saturday nights in March. March 23th will be the finale! The grand prize is $1,000 CASH!! Other great prizes will be given for runners up. Practice starts at 8 pm and the contest begins at 9:00. There will not be karaoke following additions…
6 events,
Breakfast at the Brainerd VFW
Breakfast at the Brainerd VFW
The Brainerd VFW hosts breakfast on the third Sunday of each month. The public is welcome to participate in this monthly fundraiser. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Corned Beef & Cabbage Dinner at the Green Lantern
Corned Beef & Cabbage Dinner at the Green Lantern
We’ll be serving Corned Beef & Cabbage starting at noon on St. Patty’s day until gone! $19.95 Don’t miss out! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
St. Paddy’s Pub Crawl in Downtown Brainerd
St. Paddy’s Pub Crawl in Downtown Brainerd
St. Patrick’s Day began as a 24-hour break from Lenten dietary restrictions, but Americans are responsible for turning it into a drinking holiday celebrated with pub crawls and bar hopping. We honor this by hosting downtown Brainerd’s St. Paddy’s Day Pub Crawl ☘️🍻 We will meet on 7th Street at O’Neary’s Irish Pub to check…
1 event,
Cribbage Tourney at Jack Pine Brewery
Cribbage Tourney at Jack Pine Brewery
Come join us Monday night’s at 6pm here at Jack Pine Brewery. We will be drawing up a quick bracket tournament with a $5 buy in and then sit down to enjoy good times, good beers, and good friends over the cribbage boards. Cash and beer prizes. No league commitment. New bracket every Monday night.…
1 event,
Seafood & Meat Raffle at b*merri gastropub
Seafood & Meat Raffle at b*merri gastropub
Join us for our Tuesday night SEAFOOD & MEAT RAFFLE at b*merri gastropub! Ticket sales start at 5:30pm and numbers are drawn at 6:30pm. Tickets are $1 each and support the Brainerd Snodeos Snowmobile Club. Happy hour 4-6pm Come out to support a great organization and WIN! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area…
4 events,
ECFE at the Brainerd Public Library
ECFE at the Brainerd Public Library
Join us for ECFE (Early Childhood Family Education) at the Library for stories, songs, and exploring stations together. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Crafternoon at the Brainerd Library
Crafternoon at the Brainerd Library
Join us in the Large Meeting Room on the 3rd Wednesday of the month from 3:30 – 4:30 PM. Bring a craft to work on and see what others are crafting. All crafters are welcome! (Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult.) No registration is required. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes…
Wednesday Night Races at b* merri gastropub
Wednesday Night Races at b* merri gastropub
Join us every Wednesday night for The Races! Starting at 5:30pm, enjoy a fun twist on pull tabs and raffle games! Purchase your ticket, (pull tab) and cheer on your pig, horse, race car, etc., on the flat screens! If you pull #17, and horse #17 wins the race, YOU ARE THE WINNER! Come see…
Traveling Art Pub at 5Rocks Distilling Co.
Traveling Art Pub at 5Rocks Distilling Co.
TAP into your creativity at our exciting Destination, 5Rocks Distilling Co. in Brainerd! Our artist(s) will be here monthly on the 2nd to last Wednesday of the month offering our unique, social and creative guided art events! Each guest will get a 16×20 canvas to paint. TAP brings all the supplies, and an apron to…
3 events,
Hiking Club at the Northland Arboretum
Hiking Club at the Northland Arboretum
Join our knowledgeable guides for a walk around the Arboretum At a comfortable pace guides will lead participants on a beautiful one hour walk on our expansive trail system. Please wear comfortable, supportive shoes as trails are dirt or grass and can have uneven surfaces. Dogs are welcome on leash. RSVP appreciated. Traveling for 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 3-8, but all are welcome. Please register so we can plan for everyone to be able to do a craft! We meet in the large meeting room. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Meat Raffle at b*merri gastropub
Meat Raffle at b*merri gastropub
Join us for our Thursday night MEAT RAFFLE at b*merri gastropub! Ticket sales start at 5:30pm and numbers are drawn at 6:30pm. Tickets are $1 each and support the Brainerd Snodeos Snowmobile Club. Happy hour 4-6pm Come out to support a great organization and WIN! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
5 events,
2024 Brainerd Lakes Home Show & Expo
Join us Friday, March 22 (12PM-7PM) and Saturday, March 23 (9AM-5PM) for the Brainerd Lakes Home Show & Expo! Presented by Finken Aqua Systems and Northern Pacific Center, this LARGER THAN LIFE tradeshow will highlight 160+ regional businesses showcasing their products and services. Hudson Magic will perform 5 FREE shows! PLUS, enjoy entertainment for the…
National Vietnam War Veterans Day
National Vietnam War Veterans Day
All Vietnam veterans, member or not, are invited as well as their significant others. There will be free food and two free beverages for each attendee. Members of the Daughters of the American Revolution will be serving apple pie and Ice cream, an all-American dessert. Bring your memorabilia to show and memories to tell. More…
Walleye Wayne’s Fish Fry at the Brainerd American Legion
Walleye Wayne’s Fish Fry at the Brainerd American Legion
March 22 March 29 Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Grassroots Concert Series
Grassroots Concert Series
March 22, 2024 – John Gorka April 12, 2024 – Eric Peltoniemi & Dean Magraw April 26, 2024 – Charlie Maguire Since his 1987 Red House release introduced John Gorka to the public, the wit and honesty of this renowned Minnesota-via-New Jersey guitarist and songwriter have made him one of the most beloved artists currently…
Mary Mack, Comedian at the Chalberg Theatre
Mary Mack, Comedian at the Chalberg Theatre
About Mary Mack… A hybrid of Minnesota and Wisconsin (with a severe cheese dependency), comedian Mary Mack began her comedy career on a dare while working as a band and music teacher. She has performed stand up comedy for 16 years all around the U.S. and Canada. Mack’s television credits include The Tonight Show with…
10 events,
Miniature Garden Make n Take and Houseplant Open House
Work at your own pace, on your own time. Includes direction from our experts. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Maple Syrup Farm Tour
Maple Syrup Farm Tour
Come out to Clay Hill Farm & Forest to learn all about maple syruping! During this outdoor experience and tour you will trek the forest and tap a maple tree, learn how sap is boiled down, and taste test with pancakes! Space is limited so sign up today! Pre- Registration Required! $10 Adult $5…
Free Easter Bucket Make-N-Take Event – Mills Fleet Farm
Free Easter Bucket Make-N-Take Event – Mills Fleet Farm
Join us at Fleet Farm for a FREE Easter Bucket Make-N-Take Event. Children of all ages, who are accompanied by an adult, will be provided with an Easter bucket, along with treats to fill their buckets, such as stickers, coloring page, crayons, candy and more. After each child gets a bucket and fills it with…
Easter Cookie Decorating Workshop – Knotty Pine Bakery
Easter Cookie Decorating Workshop – Knotty Pine Bakery
Enjoy the fun of sugar cookie decorating without all of the prep work or clean up by attending our walk-in Easter cookie workshop! Stop in anywhere between 10am-2pm and get a set of Easter-themed cookies, then have fun decorating with frosting and sprinkles in our classroom space. Cost is $14/set and includes 4 cookies plus…
Sprinkles of Color; Acrylic Donuts with Sarah Duberowski
Sprinkles of Color; Acrylic Donuts with Sarah Duberowski
Join artist Sarah Duberowski on March 7th for a fun, sweet workshop at Crossing Arts! This class is an introduction to painting with acrylics and requires no prior painting experience. It is appropriate for young artistic folks ages 11+ and is a very fun parent/child class to take together! It also makes a great creative…
Live Music at Ya Sure Kombucha
Live Music at Ya Sure Kombucha
Esme’ album release party! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Live Music at The Side Track
Live Music at The Side Track
March 23 – Haydn – 8 pm March 29 – Andy Austin – 7 pm Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Live Music at Yesterday’s Gone
Live Music at Yesterday’s Gone
Ahni and Rusty are an alternative folk duo from the Brainerd Lakes Area. Ahni writes and composes all original music, and performs with their guitar, alongside Rusty on bass. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Lantern Idol 2024 Finale
Lantern Idol 2024 Finale
Lantern Idol is a singing contest that takes place the first 3 Saturday nights in March. March 23th will be the finale! The grand prize is $1,000 CASH!! Other great prizes will be given for runners up. Practice starts at 8 pm and the contest begins at 9:00. There will not be karaoke following additions…
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Breakfast Buffet at the Brainerd American Legion
Breakfast Buffet at the Brainerd American Legion
4th Sunday of the Month Adult-$10 Kid-$5 Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
5 & Under Play Lab at the WonderTrek Children’s Museum
5 & Under Play Lab at the WonderTrek Children’s Museum
Pack up the toddlers and come to the Play Lab where the kids will learn through play with our hands-on materials and activities! Admission is free, donations accepted. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Mark Petersen Band at the Green Lantern
Mark Petersen Band at the Green Lantern
The Mark Petersen band is a classic country quartet of local musicians from the Brainerd area. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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Epilepsy Advocates: Seizure Recognition and First Aid Certification
Epilepsy Advocates: Seizure Recognition and First Aid Certification
The Seizure Recognition and First Aid Certification course formally educates the public on the Epilepsy Foundation’s approved procedures for recognizing and responding to someone having a seizure. This course aims to increase the knowledge, skill, and confidence in applying seizure first aid. Local support group, Epilepsy Advocates, will be presenting the information and you are…
Cribbage Tourney at Jack Pine Brewery
Cribbage Tourney at Jack Pine Brewery
Come join us Monday night’s at 6pm here at Jack Pine Brewery. We will be drawing up a quick bracket tournament with a $5 buy in and then sit down to enjoy good times, good beers, and good friends over the cribbage boards. Cash and beer prizes. No league commitment. New bracket every Monday night.…
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Lake Region Christian School Fundraiser Dinner
Lake Region Christian School Fundraiser Dinner
Live Auction Silent Auction Dessert Auction Dinner served at 5 pm – Chili, salad and cornbread $10 – Adults $5 – Kids $30 Max Family Thank you for supporting the Lake Region Christian School Senior Class of 2024! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Read to Georgia, the Brainerd Library Reader Dog
Read to Georgia, the Brainerd Library Reader Dog
Georgia loves hearing stories from readers of all ages. Sign up to read to her today! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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ECFE at the Brainerd Public Library
ECFE at the Brainerd Public Library
Join us for ECFE (Early Childhood Family Education) at the Library for stories, songs, and exploring stations together. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Wednesday Night Races at b* merri gastropub
Wednesday Night Races at b* merri gastropub
Join us every Wednesday night for The Races! Starting at 5:30pm, enjoy a fun twist on pull tabs and raffle games! Purchase your ticket, (pull tab) and cheer on your pig, horse, race car, etc., on the flat screens! If you pull #17, and horse #17 wins the race, YOU ARE THE WINNER! Come see…
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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 3-8, but all are welcome. Please register so we can plan for everyone to be able to do a craft! We meet in the large meeting room. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Meat Raffle at b*merri gastropub
Meat Raffle at b*merri gastropub
Join us for our Thursday night MEAT RAFFLE at b*merri gastropub! Ticket sales start at 5:30pm and numbers are drawn at 6:30pm. Tickets are $1 each and support the Brainerd Snodeos Snowmobile Club. Happy hour 4-6pm Come out to support a great organization and WIN! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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After Week Striking Class!
After Week Striking Class!
Join the Haney Brothers and Mike Olsen in a striking class designed to teach self-defense and inspire Muay Thai enthusiasts! Every Friday night from 5:30-6:30, for only $15, enjoy the seminar, point and continuous sparring, and a bottled water! We can't wait to see you there! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Live Music at The Side Track
Live Music at The Side Track
March 29 – Andy Austin – 7 pm Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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Easter in the Garden – Landsburg Landscape Nursery
Hop on over to interact with our live animals, search for Easter eggs and participate in hands-on activities! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Salt & Sound Event at Elevate Wellness
Salt & Sound Event at Elevate Wellness
Experience ultimate relaxation and rejuvenation at our Salt & Sound event! Purify, Revitalize, Restore your mind and body with this unique session, combining the therapeutic benefits of halotherapy and the soothing sounds of singing bowls performed by our certified sound healer. During this morning of serenity, you will: Purify: Immerse yourself in the healing properties…
Easter Egg Hunt – Northern Pacific Center
Easter Egg Hunt – Northern Pacific Center
Egg Hunt – FREE Kid’s fun zone – $5 Entry to activities including bounce houses, a variety of craft activities, Petting Zoo, Face painting and Bike Giveaways for each age! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Brainerd Easter Egg Hunt – Gregory Park
Brainerd Easter Egg Hunt – Gregory Park
Mark your calendars because the Brainerd Easter Egg Hunt is back and better than ever! Join us at Gregory Park on Saturday, March 30th, 2024, at 10 a.m. sharp for a morning full of egg-citement! Hosted by the Brainerd Rotary Club and Brainerd Parks and Recreation, this FREE event promises fun for ages 2-9! Arrive…
ECFE Easter Party
ECFE Easter Party
The Brainerd Lakes Area Women of Today are hosting their annual ECFE Easter Party on Saturday, March 30th from 10- Noon at the Warrior Early Learning Center! Bring the kiddos to make some crafts, frost an Easter cookie, play games, face painting and photos with LIVE BUNNIES!!!! Cost is $4.00 per child, parents are free…
Easter Hop Around – Copper Creek Nisswa
Easter Hop Around – Copper Creek Nisswa
Come on out to Copper Creek in Nisswa, MN on Saturday, March 30th for our Third Annual Easter Hop-Around Event. The Easter Hop Around Event starts at 10AM and goes while supplies last. This event is FREE. We ask that each child only take one item from each station. Ages 15 or younger are allowed…
“The Easter Bunny” Paint Along Class
“The Easter Bunny” Paint Along Class
He’s back for another Easter! A great activity for the family. Step by step, acrylic on a 12×16 canvas. $35 Ages 16+ recommended Ticket Policy: *No refunds *Register in advance! Registration closes at 10 AM the day of the event. Last minute registrants, call to check on availability. *Class minimum: 4 *In the event of…
Brainerd Easter Ball Hunt – Buster Park
Brainerd Easter Ball Hunt – Buster Park
Get ready for an exhilarating afternoon with your furry best friend! Mark your calendars for March 30, 2023, because you won’t want to miss this FREE event! From 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., join us at Buster Park for a pawsome adventure filled with excitement and fun! Calling all dog lovers! Grab your leashes and…
Singer of the Month presented by O’Neary’s Irish Pub
Singer of the Month presented by O’Neary’s Irish Pub
Karaoke fun! We celebrate one of our local singers with a trophy and $50 gift certificate on the final Saturday of every month – it’s a tradition that started back in 2008 and is still going strong in 2024. Shamrock Fun Crew hosts the show and the other weekly karaoke parties here on Wednesdays, Fridays,…
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Easter Brunch – Sunshine Summerhouse
Easter Brunch – Sunshine Summerhouse
Easter Brunch Buffet at Sunshine’s Summer House 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Regular menu not available. 28.99 adults 12.99 kids 10 & under Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Easter Brunch Buffet – Dunmire’s on the Lakes
Easter Brunch Buffet – Dunmire’s on the Lakes
Reservations have started for our Easter Brunch Buffet!! Kids 4 and under eat free, Adults $31.99 and Kiddos 5-10 $13.99. During our Easter Buffet our regular menu is NOT available. Can’t wait to celebrate with you! We will have an Easter egg hunt from 10-1 for the kids to have fun! Traveling for this event?…
Easter Brunch Buffet – Riverside Inn Supper Club
Easter Brunch Buffet – Riverside Inn Supper Club
Call 218-692-3848 for reseervations. Easter Brunch Buffet featuring Prime Rib • Bone-In Ham • Atlantic Salmon • Fried Chicken • Braised Beef Brisket • Eggs Benedict • French Toast • Soup & Salad Station • House-Made Desserts Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Easter Buffet – The Gas Can bar & Grill
Easter Buffet – The Gas Can bar & Grill
Join us for our Easter buffet! We will be serving 10am to 2pm. We will not be serving breakfast before the buffet. $19.95 for adults and $9.95 for kids under 10yrs. This year we will be serving: Steak, Ham, Green Bean Casserole, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Pasta Salad, Fresh Fruit, Dinner Rolls, Breakfast Egg Bake,…
Easter Brunch Buffet – Green Lantern Bar and Grill
Easter Brunch Buffet – Green Lantern Bar and Grill
Our Easter buffet will be served 10am-2pm. We will not be offering our regular breakfast menu before prior to the buffet. The price is $19.95 for adults and $9.95 for kids under 10yrs. The menu includes; Roasted Sirloin, Carved ham, French toast bake, Egg scramblers, Caramel roll pull-aparts, Sausage links, Biscuits & gravy, Swedish meatballs,…
Easter Brunch – Dunmire’s Bar & Grill
Easter Brunch – Dunmire’s Bar & Grill
French Toast Bake – $15.99 Egg Bake – $13.99 Bisquites & Gravy – $13.99 Fresh Fuit Bowl – $5.99 Bottomless Mimosas – $25 Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Easter Dinner – PL American Legion
Easter Dinner – PL American Legion
Easter Dinner open to the public, free-will offering. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging