When you see Tami and Phil they will entertain you with songs from: Amy Winehouse, Fleetwood Mac, George Gershwin, Jethro Tull, Patsy Cline, Greenday, Led Zeppelin, Linda Ronstadt, Lady Gaga, Katy Perry and lots more! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Every Wednesday 7-12:30 Starting in April Come and be part of something new and Big with great location off 371 . 18521 Theater Rd Brainerd MN (The old tools and more, and right next to salvage sisters) For info and vendors form please email Thespot371@gmail.com Att: glen Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area…
There’s an excitement in the air as we look forward to warmer weather and a busy tourism season! Now is the perfect time to come together with other local businesses and get ready for the influx of summer travel. Hosted in partnership with the Brainerd Lakes Chamber, Crosslake Chamber, Pequot Lakes Chamber, Nisswa Chamber, and…
Sponsored by the Brainerd Lakes Audubon Society Free for Members $5 Gate fee for non-members Binoculars provided or bring your own. Pre-registration is required, class fee non-refundable https://www.northlandarb.org/classes-events Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
The Brainerd Public Schools Foundation invites you to join them at a Pints for a Purpose event at Jack Pine Brewery this Wednesday, May 1st, between 5-8pm. Jack Pine and Randall State Bank will both donate $1 for each pint or token sold. Domino’s Pizza will be on site too with delicious pizza for a…
Morel season is coming up quickly! This class covers the basics of mushroom foraging in Minnesota. You will learn general mushroom information, how to safely forage mushrooms, common edible mushrooms, common toxic mushrooms, and how to identify mushrooms on your own! It is recommended to bring items to take notes with. This class is for…
Xtreme Music Bingo is a game we play, where you listen to your favorite theme’d tunes, sing along, and check off the boxes on your bingo card. No purchase is necessary, and singing along is a must! It’s a blast! Grab your friends and come early, thirsty and hungry. Theme’s change every time so check…
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…
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
Join us for our weekly trivia hosted by John Carlson. Trivia Mafia is a Twin Cities based trivia platform that has become hugely popular in brewery and bar settings! With 8 rounds of questions (including an image round and a music sound round), you will compete for gift card prizes for Roundhouse Brewery! Grab your…
Would you like to meet a talking dog? A real dog that thinks “speak” means “speak your mind”? Then have Todd Oliver introduce you to his canine comedy partner, Irving the Talking Dog! A hit with audiences across the country, nationally-known ventriloquist and comedian Todd Oliver and his amazing talking dog are joined onstage by…
The Central Roadracing Association brings its insane brand of Superbike racing to BIR’s Competition Road Course. Superbike racers challenge the tight road course, taking the corners on two wheels and a knee. It’s a thrill a minute and great racing action. Whether you’re a motorcycle racing enthusiast or not, CRA Superbike Racing is about as…
BIR’s Bracket Drag Racing Series features some of the best amateur drag racing in the country as 250+ drag racers compete in 10 different classes. Fans can see dragsters, cars, trucks, bikes, snowmobiles and Junior Dragsters, all of which are competing for prize money, hardware and all-important series points that go toward series championships at…
Our 17th annual Brainerd Jaycees Run for the Lakes will be held May 3rd-4th 2024. Run for the Lakes is an all-volunteer run race is organized from start to finish by the Brainerd Jaycees and carried out with the support of over 100 members of the community and several local businesses. All proceeds from Run…
We’re ready to start this spring and summer season with new homemade and vintage decor! Stop in for some fun shopping! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Celebrate the opening of the “Gashkigwaade (It is Sewn)” exhibition at Crossing Arts! This exhibition features handmade jingle dresses and other regalia in Anishinaabe style created by artist Adrienne Benjamin. Join us for a conversation with the artist and performances by Anishinaabe dancers and musicians! Light refreshments will be served. This event is free and…
Dave Lumley is an acoustic artist and Minnesota native, known for his strong vocal and instrumental prowess and his vast repertoire of songs! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Bring a friend and join us for Game Night at Team Ascension Martial Arts! This week we'll be playing Five Straight! Don't know how to play? No worries, we'll teach you! Ages 12+ Snacks and drinks available from the Coffee-gram Cafe! Childcare provided! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Would you like to meet a talking dog? A real dog that thinks “speak” means “speak your mind”? Then have Todd Oliver introduce you to his canine comedy partner, Irving the Talking Dog! A hit with audiences across the country, nationally-known ventriloquist and comedian Todd Oliver and his amazing talking dog are joined onstage by…
Sponsored by the Brainerd Lakes Audubon Society Free for Members $5 Gate fee for non-members Binoculors provided or bring your own. Pre-registration is required, class fee non-refundable Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
We’re ready to start this spring and summer season with new homemade and vintage decor! Stop in for some fun shopping! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Come in on May 4th and join us as we celebrate being in the Brainerd Area for 4 YEARS!! *Cupcakes *Gift baskets *Drawing for prizes at checkout *10% off the whole store. Regular prices and sale prices included! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Join us for a conversation with artist Adrienne Benjamin on Saturday, May 4th. Benjamin is an Anishinaabe multi-faceted artist, equity advocate, and cultural educator. She is known for her work as the Reconciliation Advisor for Minnetonka Moccasins and has led their efforts to better relations and right wrongs of the past with Native people through…
We are kicking off summer big time! Stop in 10-6pm and shop tons of new inventory including clothing & accessories, home decor, kids clothing & toys, beachwear, sauces, seasonings & drink mixes, and so much more!! We will have samples of yummy dips for summer entertaining. Era of Moments Permanent Jewelry will be joining us.…
Join us for a day full of celebration at our FREE outdoor community event. There will be free seedlings, activity booths, demonstration, refreshments, live reptiles and more! You do not want to miss this party! Please RSVP! https://www.northlandarb.org/even.../arbor-day-celebration-3 Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Pepperfest is back! When life gives you jalapenos, you put them in beer. As strange as that sounds, it works! And gosh darn it, people like it! We’ve got another lineup of interesting pepper infusions for you to try this year. Beers on tap starting at noon. More details to follow. Traveling for this event?…
Brainerd’s very own Hayden Streeter takes the mic from 5-8 this Saturday! Hayden does a variety of covers and original country music with passion like you’ve never seen before! Grab some friends and head over for some grub and brews to go with these great tunes! Cheers! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area…
You’re Invited to “Style for Purpose: A Fashion Affair Supporting Women Build.” Celebrate the power of community and support Habitat for Humanity’s Women Build initiative at our exclusive fashion event. Your presence will make a difference as we come together for a day of style, compassion, and positive impact. Featuring: Brunch & cash bar by…
"Spring" into summer reading by joining us at the Scholastic Book Fair! Hosted by Pinnacle Academy at Team Ascension Martial Arts and the Central Lakes Learning Center! Everyone is welcome and encouraged to bring family and friends! We can't wait to see you there! Can't make it in person? No worries! Feel free to shop…
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!!…
The semi-professional Central Lakes Jazz and Wind Symphony band will present their finest musical extravaganza program to date! Monday, May 6 at 7PM at the Chalberg Theatre on the Central Lakes College Brainerd Campus. $5 for Adults, students are free! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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
Every Wednesday 7-12:30 Starting in April Come and be part of something new and Big with great location off 371 . 18521 Theater Rd Brainerd MN (The old tools and more, and right next to salvage sisters) For info and vendors form please email Thespot371@gmail.com Att: glen Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area…
Sponsored by the Brainerd Lakes Audubon Society Free for Members $5 Gate fee for non-members Binoculors provided or bring your own. Pre-registration is required, class fee non-refundable Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
The Wednesday Night Drags – Street Legal Style program is a chance for anyone with a street legal car, truck or motorcycle to race on BIR’s world-class drag strip. Full use of the Christmas tree, burn-out box and the scoreboard. We even have an announcer calling all the action. This will also be your first…
Learn the art of creating a beautiful charcuterie board in From the Diner’s fun, hands on charcuterie workshop! You will learn food selection ideas, meat folding techniques, cheese styling, foodie tips & tricks and so much more! What’s Included: *A palm leaf plate, meat, cheeses, fruits, nuts, olives, crackers, jam, chocolate, garnish, step by step…
Join us Wednesday, May 8th for a 100% FRIENDS Trivia! Kitchen will be open, so come hungry and grab your best friends to compete for gift card prizes to Roundhouse Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Come join us for a free screening of this 1959 Sci-Fi cult classic! Plot: A young alien (Derek) and a teenage earthling (Dawn) fall in love, and together they plot to stop his alien race from using Earth as a food-breeding ground for giant lobsters from their planet. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes…
Get ready for a summer filled with sensational melodies and unforgettable moments! Join us as we present an enchanting series of musical performances in Crosby Memorial Park. Prepare to be captivated by the following lineup of exceptionally talented musicians brought to you through a generous grant from the Five Wings Arts Council and donations from…
Join us for our weekly trivia hosted by John Carlson. Trivia Mafia is a Twin Cities based trivia platform that has become hugely popular in brewery and bar settings! With 8 rounds of questions (including an image round and a music sound round), you will compete for gift card prizes for Roundhouse Brewery! Grab your…
Join us for another evening of free play *bingo. *we can’t officially call it bingo because that’s gambling… Either way, it’s free to play and you might win some beers! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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…
The Mark Petersen band is a classic country quartet of local musicians from the Brainerd lakes area. Make sure to get to Roundhouse for this amazing taste of the Nashville music scene from 6-9! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Minnesota’s fishing opener is a big deal. It’s been celebrated annually since 1948, when the first Governor’s Fishing Opener was conducted at Wahkon on Mille Lacs Lake. Every May on the Saturday two weeks before Memorial Day, half-a-million Minnesotans take to their lakes, rivers and streams to kick off the walleye, sauger and northern pike…
Sponsored by the Brainerd Lakes Audubon Society Free for Members $5 Gate fee for non-members Binoculors provided or bring your own. Pre-registration is required, class fee non-refundable Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Annual ECFE Garage Sale Saturday, May 11th 8:00am-12:00pm $2.00 admission fee All proceeds will go to the ECFE programs! Garage sale items will be for young children 0-6 years old! Donations accepting include clothing, toys, games, strollers, baby gear (no cribs or car seats), books, maternity items, and more! Donations are being accepted NOW through…
Join us at Fleet Farm for a FREE Plant-A-Pot Make-N-Take Event. Children of all ages will be provided with supplies to make a Plant-A-Pot and be able to take it home for free! Available while supplies last. ** Come to the Garden Center, located outside of the north side of the building by the Yard…
Join us for the Spring Arts & Craft Festival at Brainerd High School on May 11! Bring mom for a fun Mother’s Day event and shop 60+ handmade artists and crafters or participate in a free make & take workshops throughout the day! The Spring Arts & Craft Festival is located at Brainerd High School…
Join us on Saturday, May 11, 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…
Enjoy the fun of sugar cookie decorating without all of the prep work or clean up by attending our walk-in cookie workshop! This activity is great for kids and makes a great hand-made present for Mother's Day! Stop in between 10am-2pm and get a set of flower-themed cookies, then have fun decorating with frosting and…
Learn Katy Yenter’s unique style of vibrant, flowing watercolor and intricate ink drawing. A follow-up to her popular “Color and Flow” workshop in March, “Color and Flutter” incorporates a butterfly design for a summery twist! Participants will create two 8″x10″ works of art. Whether you’re new to Katy’s classes or coming back after “Color and…
The Lakes Area United Way is excited to announce our Keys for Community fundraising event is set for Saturday, May 11 at Grand View Lodge. You are in for an incredible night of fun with Deuces Wild Dueling Pianos. These two amazing showmen provide a clap-along, sing-along musical comedy show where the audience is always…
Not as serious as Plato, but lighter than Socrates. Livelier than Nixon, but not as edgy as Clinton. Not as heavy as GWAR, but deeper than Culture Club. Nathan has amassed over 290,000 followers on social media, and they’ve watched his videos over 100,000,000 times. He’s also been overseas to perform for American troops in…
Mother's Day Surf & Turf Brunch (All-You-Can-Eat) Reservations at Gather On 3 Event Center May 12th - 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Features Include: Crab (Snow) Legs, Sliced Roast Beef, Roasted Chicken, Owen Roasted Potatoes, Mash Potatoes, Smoked Cedar Scalloped Potatoes, Strawberry & Ricotta Bruschetta, Parmesan Roasted Brussels, Sauteed Green Bean, Spring Thyme Pasta Salad,…
Our Mother's Day brunch is on May 12th! Come treat your mom for brunch from 10 am - 2 pm. Our menu includes scrambled eggs, brisket hashbrowns with onion & red peppers, french toast on sourdough, bacon, fresh fruit, caesar salad, turkey sausage, smoked chicken sliders, avodaco toast, cauliflower saffron soup, smoked trout, & much…
Join us for our Mother's Day buffet from 10-2! We will not be serving breakfast before the buffet. $21.95 for adults and $9.95 for kids under 10 years old. This year we will be serving: Steak, turkey, meatballs, au gratin potatoes, green bean casserole, broccoli salad, dinner rolls, fresh fruit, egg bake, pancakes, sausage, caramel…
Our Mother's Day buffet will be served 10am-2pm. We will not be offering our regular breakfast menu before prior to the buffet. The price is $21.95 for adults and $12.95 for kids under 10yrs. The menu includes; Sirloin Steak, Carved ham, French toast bake, Egg scramblers, Caramel roll pull-aparts, Sausage links, Biscuits & gravy, Swedish…
Come and shop Saturday and Sunday with our 60+ vendors: agates, gems, minerals, lapidary equipment, jewelry, games, rock cutting, geode cracking, food and more! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Join us at The Quarterdeck Grill for Mother's Day, Sunday, May 12th 11:30a-2:00p as we love up on all the moms in our lives. Treat that special mom in your life to a QD Mother's Day Special ~Denver Omelet (ham, cheese, onion and peppers) served with hash browns $16 ~Raspberry White Chocolate French Toast and…
Join us for Mother’s Day on Sunday! Enter mom to win a $150 giftcard to Therapeutic Touch Wellness Spa! Second prize $50 Side Track giftcard Drawing will be held Monday morning, so stop in on Sunday for breakfast, lunch, or dinner to get entered. Drink specials & FREE bargo at 2pm! Traveling for this event?…
This months book is “The Light Pirate: A Novel,” By. Lily Brooks-Dalton Attendees must obtain thier own copies. This is FREE and Open to the Public Please RSVP here so we know to expect you! Register Early to receive discussion questions in advance. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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!…
Every Wednesday 7-12:30 Starting in April Come and be part of something new and Big with great location off 371 . 18521 Theater Rd Brainerd MN (The old tools and more, and right next to salvage sisters) For info and vendors form please email Thespot371@gmail.com Att: glen Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area…
The Kitchigami Regional Library System is delighted to present the Skally Line Regional Spring Tour. Named after the old rail line connecting Duluth with the Twin Cities, the Skally Line steams its way around the curves and bends of early American music: Stringband blues, Appalachian ballads, fiddle tunes, early country and bluegrass, and Tin Pan…
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. Full use of the Christmas tree, burn-out box and the scoreboard. We even have an announcer calling all the action. This will also be your first…
TAP into your creativity at our exciting Destination, 5Rocks Distilling Co. in Brainerd! Our artist(s) will be here monthly on the 3rd 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 use during…
Get ready to unwind and flow with us at our upcoming dance retreat in Brained MN at the YCC Studio in May 17-19th. This weekend promises to be a refreshing escape from the daily grind, allowing us to sway to the rhythm of nature and forge new bonds. Here’s the scoop: 🌟 Friday: Start with…
Spring Bash is a two-day outdoor music festival with camping held at The Green Lantern in Brainerd, MN on May 17 & 18. This years headliners include a couple of Midwest CMO artists – All Churched Up (Tribute to Eric Church) & The Farmer’s Daughters Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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 May 17-19 & July 26-28 for Powercruise. Unique in the world of car and driving events, Powercruise is a weekend-long horsepower party that…
A story of true love and acceptance between sisters, Frozen JR. expands upon the emotional relationship and journey between Princesses Anna and Elsa. When faced with danger, the two discover their hidden potential and the powerful bond of sisterhood. With a cast of beloved characters and loaded with magic, adventure, and plenty of humor, Frozen…
We’re bringing the trend to Kicks! Plan an evening with your spouse full of memories, comedic reveals and quality time with two Friday night choices, May 17th or June 14th. Only $48 per couple! That is, 1 ticket=2 painting spots. Please check the event date before you register! Coffee, tea, water and light refreshments will…
AJ Spoff has a stage presence that matches any audience put in front of him! With a wide variety of music (country, rock, pop, and original music, he can play everything from Johnny Cash and Toby Keith to Matchbox Twenty and Bruno Mars!) He may even surprise us with some Metallica, Pitbull, and Eminem! Playing…
Join us for our guided + DIY HAT BAR + experience at The Side Track in Brainerd! You will design a one-of-a-kind styled hat that reflects your personality! Our hat artist will guide you each step of the way to design and decorate your hat with unique techniques and accessories! Design + Burn + Distress…
Don’t let the name fool you. We aren’t going unplugged, but we are playing songs whose foundation was built from acoustic guitars and acoustic instruments. Songs from groups like America (“Horse With No Name,” “Ventura Highway,” “Sister Golden Hair”), Gordon Lightfoot (“If You Could Read My Mind,” “Sundown Carefree Highway”), James Taylor, Jim Croce, Crosby…
Sponsored by the Brainerd Lakes Audubon Society Free for Members $5 Gate fee for non-members Binoculors provided or bring your own. Pre-registration is required, class fee non-refundable Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
The NMRHA operates as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to the discovery, preservation, and presentation of the rich heritage and importance of the railroad industry in Northern Minnesota. There are O Scale, HO Scale and G Scale layouts and running trains on display. There is also a small layout that children can operate. A 1/10…
YG’s Greenhouse Plant Sale Thursday, May 16, 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Friday, May 17, 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Saturday, May 18, 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Yesterday’s Gone is your hometown bar and grill. They recently opened a greenhouse on-site and are selling plants cultivated using organic and sustainable agricultural practices. Cash only. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd…
Join Smiles for Jake for an Inaugural Bean Bag Tournament: When: Saturday, May 18th – Registration starts at 11a.m., tournament starts promptly at noon Where: Green Lantern during Spring Bash Event Cost: $20 per person (pay as you arrive) Format: – Teams will be randomly drawn – Double Elimination Bracket Prizes: (generously given from Huff…
SAVE THE DATE! The Lakes Area Skatepark Association is hosting a FREE pop-up skatepark at Memorial Park in Brainerd! The event is Saturday, May 18th from 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. Come ride a FREE pop-up skatepark Check out free skateboards to try Skateboard lessons are available upon request Lakes Area Skatepark booth, hear about our…
Help us celebrate our 3rd year in style with live music by Dos Guys and Rusty Zippers, games, activities and more. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Beyond The Trees is an acoustic duo made up of Alek Glauvitz and Arja Lea Niskanen from Minneapolis, MN. They perform an eclectic acoustic mix of folk, original, contemporary and classic rock. Their original music blends a Minnesota/North Shore sensibility with an urban/bluegrass-folk feel for a very unique sound. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd…
Join us for great food, brew and live music with Twin Cities musician, Eric Kalenze. Eric is a singer/songwriter formerly of the band Third Wheel. Eric plays acoustic guitar and sings tunes from John Cougar Mellencamp to Neil Young and many more including Eric's own fantastic material. Eric always puts on an engaging and entertaining…
We are bringing back a favorite this spring for another round! Water-mixable oil paint allows for the soft blending of oil, with the easy clean up of acrylic. Follow along, step by step, on a 16×20 canvas. Ages 16+ $45 Register at the link Ticket Policy: *No refunds *Register in advance! Registration closes at 10…
Join us for a 5K family fun to help support the Brighter Days Foundation and Smiles for Jake. When: Sunday, May 19, 2024 Time: Registration opens at 9:30am, 11am race start time. Where: Forestview Middle School in Baxter Cost: $30 (Adults) • $10 (Children 0-5) Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Sign up start at 10 am and cut off is 11:45 am. Pre-registration is not required but encouraged. $50 per team, that includes the $10 green fee. This will be a bring you own partner and each team must have 1 man and 1 woman. Valley rules, flip for break and after that loser breaks.…
ITS A FREE EVENT. Schedule – 12:30 pm – 1:30 PM Lunch The event starts with delicious food in the Main Dining Hall (Big White Building) – 1 :00 PM – Activities will be Open – 4:00 PM – Activities Wrap Up Activities will include – Pedal Carts – Face Painting – Laser Tag –…
Hosted by HRFoodSafe - A Leading Instructor of the ServSafe® Programs ---------- Join us for the ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification in-person class and exam. The class runs for approximately 6 hours. Regulatory requirements may vary, be sure to review class schedule for any hour requirements for your state. The exam immediately follows the class.…
Sign up to read with Georgia, the library's reading dog! Georgia and her owner Holly will be at the library on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month, from 5:30-6:30 PM. Georgia loves to listen to people read to her. Sign up for a 15-minute time slot by calling the library at 218-829-5574 or…
Sponsored by the Brainerd Lakes Audubon Society Free for Members $5 Gate fee for non-members Binoculars provided or bring your own. Pre-registration is required, class fee non-refundable https://www.northlandarb.org/classes-events Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Sharpen your leadership skills and reconnect with peers at Leading the Lakes! This annual event brings together leaders from all over the Brainerd Lakes Area to participate in professional development, recharge their batteries, and network with the business community. This year’s event includes a superb keynote presentation by Greg Fine, “Superheroes Have Bad Days Too!”…
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. Full use of the Christmas tree, burn-out box and the scoreboard. We even have an announcer calling all the action. This will also be your first…
BIR hosts the first major race of the 2024 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…
The Sports Car Club of America provides great wheel-to-wheel racing in a number of different classes as drivers battle on BIR’s highly technical 13-turn, 2.5-mile road course. Prior to the Harvey West Classic, BIR is hosting the SCCA Competition Racing License School, which is how racers can get licensed to compete in SCCA races. The…
Sponsored by the Brainerd Lakes Audubon Society Free for Members $5 Gate fee for non-members Binoculars provided or bring your own. Pre-registration is required, class fee non-refundable Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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…
Dos Guys is a two-man music group out of Brainerd, MN. The members are Brian Wallace and Tim Peabody. The duo has been playing music together for many years in the Brainerd Lakes area with a band called The District. In the spring of 2015, Brian and Tim were approached about playing at a local…
Mark your calendar for May 25th! From 6:00 to 9:00 PM, we’re playing live at Jack Pine Brewery. It’s the perfect way to dive into Memorial Day Weekend with upbeat tunes and excellent brews. Don’t miss out! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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…
The Sports Car Club of America provides great wheel-to-wheel racing in a number of different classes as drivers battle on BIR’s highly technical 13-turn, 2.5-mile road course. Prior to the Harvey West Classic, BIR is hosting the SCCA Competition Racing License School, which is how racers can get licensed to compete in SCCA races. The…
9:00 am A wreath thrown in the Mississippi River at the Laurel Street Bridge. 9:45 am A short ceremony at the All-Veterans Memorial, 4th and Laurel St. 10:30 am A parade on 3rd Avenue NE to Evergreen Cemetery. 11:00 am The main ceremony at Evergreen Cemetery with the High School Band. In case of rain,…
Wyld Ryce performs its set list 6pm-9pm on the deck including covers of Huey Lewis, Fleetwood Mac and Bob Seger. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
The Wednesday Night Drags – Street Legal Style program is a chance for anyone with a street legal car, truck or motorcycle to race on BIR’s world-class drag strip. Full use of the Christmas tree, burn-out box and the scoreboard. We even have an announcer calling all the action. This will also be your first…
The International Watercross Association (IWA) is bringing snowmobile watercross racing to BIR again this summer for two Wet & Wild Weekends: June 3-4 and Sept. 23-24. The IWA is teaming up with the Bracket Drag Racing Series on the quarter-mile track, Central Roadracing Association on the road course for thrilling Superbike racing, and Mud Rhythm…
BIR’s "Hoffman Weber Construction" 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…
Join us at Crossing Arts on Friday, May 31st to celebrate the Cherrywood Challenge MONARCH Milkweed exhibition! Sip wine while you view stunning quilted masterpieces from talented quilters across the country. This event is FREE and open to the public. This collection will be on display at Crossing Arts May 27th – June 1st, 2024.…
Join us Friday with the live music of Blake Lubinus! His harmonica skills will amaze while he plays classic tunes that will keep us guessing what’s next! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Join us for our summer music series at b.merri by enjoying some delicious items off of our new summer menu, sip on a cocktail, and enjoy some live music by Todd Wohl! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
The Tour of Lakes is back June 1, 2024. 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. What better gift for family or friends then a Tour of Lakes gift registration, now…
The International Watercross Association (IWA) is bringing snowmobile watercross racing to BIR again this summer for two Wet & Wild Weekends Watercross is crazy fun racing that you can’t miss. Lake BIR, the pond in the middle of BIR’s PleasureLand RV VIP Campground, is transformed into a race track for snowmobiles as they race on…
Join us for our Annual Tent Sale! Tent opens at 8:00am and the sale goes until 2:00pm. Furniture moves quickly once we’re open, so get in line early! All sales final! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Join mosaic artist Laura Ruprecht of Laura Liz Mosaic Biz for an engaging workshop where you’ll craft your own glass-on-glass mosaic. Participants will select a provided design and cut stained glass pieces to adhere to an 8×8 shadow box frame. Once finished, your creation will transform into a stunning miniature stained glass artwork ready to…
Rock the Lantern for a Cure is an outdoor concert to raise money for Lymphoma and Leukemia Cancer research. This year’s line-up features tribute bands playing the music of Bon Jovi, Styx and other Classic Rock favorites. Advance Tickets are $25. Prices will increase at the door. To purchase tickets by phone call 1-800-595-4849. For…
Indigenous education end of the year party! Music brought to you by Corey Medina and brothers. Food fry bread taco bar! Yard games and more! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Crow Wing County Sheriff’s Deputy Jaden Hanson 1-5 p.m. Sunday, June 2. Lakes Area Heroes is assisting with donations and the event itself. The Tail Gunners are scheduled to perform live, and there will be an ax-throwing competition, raffles and prizes to give out. A portion of the proceeds from sales will be donated to…
Summer Kick Off Party featuring the Johnny Holm Band Sunday, June 2 at 5:30pm Tickets: $75 per person Kick off summer on the shores of Gull Lake! Enjoy a BBQ themed dinner at Madden’s Pavilion at 5:30pm followed by music from the Johnny Holm Band starting at 7pm. Part of Madden’s Summer Party at the…
