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Tami & the Bachelor Inside Dockside Lounge
Tami & the Bachelor Inside Dockside Lounge
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
1 event,
Meat Raffle – PL American Legion
Meat Raffle – PL American Legion
Meat raffle proceeds go to PL Fire District. Great meat prizes!!!! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
7 events,
The Spot – 371- Farmers Market
The Spot – 371- Farmers Market
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…
2024 Lakes Area Summer Kickoff
2024 Lakes Area Summer Kickoff
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…
Bird Hike at the Northland Arboretum
Bird Hike at the Northland Arboretum
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
Wild Mushrooms 101
Wild Mushrooms 101
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…
BPSF: Pints for a Purpose
BPSF: Pints for a Purpose
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…
Xtreme Music Bingo @ Roundhouse Brewery
Xtreme Music Bingo @ Roundhouse Brewery
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…
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…
3 events,
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
Trivia Mafia @ Roundhouse Brewery
Trivia Mafia @ Roundhouse Brewery
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…
Todd Oliver & Friends at the Chalberg Theatre
Todd Oliver & Friends at the Chalberg Theatre
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…
8 events,
CRA Motorcycle Racing – BIR
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…
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…
Run for the Lakes 2024
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…
The Rusty Market Season Opener
The Rusty Market Season Opener
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
Gashkigwaade Opening Reception
Gashkigwaade Opening Reception
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 @ Roundhouse Brewery
Dave Lumley @ Roundhouse Brewery
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
Five Straight! Game Night at Team Ascension Martial Arts!
Five Straight! Game Night at Team Ascension Martial Arts!
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
Todd Oliver & Friends at the Chalberg Theatre
Todd Oliver & Friends at the Chalberg Theatre
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…
7 events,
Salvage Sisters Anniversary Sale
Salvage Sisters Anniversary Sale
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
Arbor Day FREE Community Celebration
Arbor Day FREE Community Celebration
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 @ Jack Pine Brewery
Pepperfest @ Jack Pine Brewery
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?…
Live Music at Ya Sure Kombucha
Live Music at Ya Sure Kombucha
Sacrificing Sunday, My Ebenezer and Jennie T! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
3 events,
Style for Purpose – A Fashion Affair
Style for Purpose – A Fashion Affair
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…
2 events,
Scholastic Book Fair!
"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…
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
3 events,
NAPA Street Legal Drags at Brainerd International Raceway
NAPA Street Legal Drags at Brainerd International Raceway
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…
Charcuterie Workshop at Jack Pine Brewery
Charcuterie Workshop at Jack Pine Brewery
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…
2 events,
Cuyuna Lakes Music in the Park
Cuyuna Lakes Music in the Park
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…
2 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…
3 events,
Minnesota Fishing Opener
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…
Crossing Arts Creativity Kit Giveaway
Crossing Arts Creativity Kit Giveaway
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…
1 event,
1 event,
Monday Bingo at the Eagles Club
Monday Bingo at the Eagles Club
Bar Bingo 1pm Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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
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!…
1 event,
NAPA Street Legal Drags at Brainerd International Raceway
NAPA Street Legal Drags at Brainerd International Raceway
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…
1 event,
Trivia Mafia at Roundhouse Brewery
Trivia Mafia at Roundhouse Brewery
Trivia Mafia from 630p-9pm every Thursday. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
3 events,
Powercruise – Brainerd International Raceway
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…
Spring Bash at The Green Lantern
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
Acoust-i-Dillos 2 at the Gichi-ziibi center for the Arts
Acoust-i-Dillos 2 at the Gichi-ziibi center for the Arts
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…
1 event,
ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Class & Exam
ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Class & Exam
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.…
1 event,
Georgia the Reading Dog
Georgia the Reading Dog
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…
3 events,
Bird Hike at the Northland Arboretum
Bird Hike at the Northland Arboretum
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
Leading the Lakes 2024: Reconnect. Rethink. Recharge.
Leading the Lakes 2024: Reconnect. Rethink. Recharge.
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!”…
NAPA Street Legal Drags at Brainerd International Raceway
NAPA Street Legal Drags at Brainerd International Raceway
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…
1 event,
Meat Raffle at Lucky’s Tavern
Meat Raffle at Lucky’s Tavern
Meat Raffle at Lucky's Tavern at 6PM Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
2 events,
Street Car Showdown – BIR
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…
Bingo at Lucky’s Tavern
Bingo at Lucky’s Tavern
Bingo from 4PM-5PM every Friday! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
3 events,
Sports Car Club of America – BIR
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…
Memories of Elvis Show on the Dockside Deck
Memories of Elvis Show on the Dockside Deck
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…
3 events,
Sports Car Club of America Harvey West Classic – BIR
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…
Brainerd Memorial Day
Brainerd Memorial Day
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 on the Dockside Deck
Wyld Ryce on the Dockside Deck
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
1 event,
NAPA Street Legal Drags at Brainerd International Raceway
NAPA Street Legal Drags at Brainerd International Raceway
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…
1 event,
Packet Bingo at the Eagles Club
Packet Bingo at the Eagles Club
Packet Bingo 6:00 pm Kitchen Open 5 pm Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
2 events,
Bracket Drag Racing Series – BIR
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…
Wet & Wild 2.0 – BIR
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…