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!!…

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

Join us for patriotic fun in Nisswa! Enjoy great shopping, food, live music and more fun all day! Schedule of events: *subject to change - more to come 1:00pm Turtle Race Registration (Turtle Track) 2:00pm Turtle Races (Turtle Track) 2:00pm-6:00pm Music at The Pickle Factory 7:00pm Parade (Main Street) 8:00pm-9:30pm Kid’s Carnival (Main Street) 8:00pm-Midnight…

Let's celebrate Stars & Stripes Days with a spectacular fireworks show on July 3, 2024! Help us draw locals and vacationers to Pequot Lakes for prime viewing, live music, and food vendors. On average, professional fireworks shows cost $1,000 per minute. Our goal is to provide the best fireworks show in the history of the…

Join us for Pequot Lakes Stars & Stripes Days Parade on July 4! Celebrate the red, white, and blue with friends, family, or visitors and locals alike. The parade begins at 12PM noon. Come early and enjoy many pre-parade activities! Find the full schedule at www.pequotlakes.com! The parade will begin from behind the Pequot Lakes…

Love a good food truck? Stop at Jack Pine Brewery and try Sugar Shack BBQ. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

Join us at The Pit for Live Music, Great Food and Fireworks. Charlie T’s Smokehouse will have delicious food for sale starting at 4:30 PM and then Lyssa Coulter and her band will be playing from 6-9 PM. Fireworks show starts at 9:30 PM. Full Bar available. Free admission to the concert. Come on out…

Start Time: 6:00pm CDT End Time: 9:00pm CDT Price: $35.00 Race Fee + $3.10 SignUp Fee Registration: Price increases to $40.00 after May 14, 2024 at 11:59pm CDT Vendors, door prize and more! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

High energy and fun is what you get with this band! Jon Anderson, Dace Juilfs, & Tom Carson joined together as Hillbilly Rock Show. Their playlist grows each time they practice! They play a variety of oldies, classic rock, country, and current. They might even surprise you with an original that you will fall in…

Join us for our summer music series at b.merri by enjoying some delicious items off of our summer menu, sip on a cocktail, and enjoy some live music by Maddie & Danny! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

Pulled pork specialty sandwiches, burgers, hot dogs, and nachos! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

Drivers will race for a GIANT BOXING GLOVE!! Event Classes WISSOTA Super Stock by Auto Value of Brainerd, IMCA Sport Mods by DCM Supply, IMCA Hobby Stocks by Seidel Auto & Tire, WISSOTA Mod Four by Erlandson Epoxy, IMCA Sport Compacts by Outdoor Authority, IMCA Modifieds by ABC Seamless, IMCA Stock Cars by Woodie’s Manufacturing…

Get ready for the ultimate Midwest Red Hot Chili Peppers tribute experience with Sir Psycho! Antwan the Swan (AO) on vocals, Bobby Bill Frusciante shredding lead guitar, MRod bringing the funky flea bass, John Klinghoffer on vox and guitar, and Chris Fister rocking the drums. Formed in 2015, this dynamic group has mastered the raw…

Live music by an acoustic duo at B Merri at The Woods. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

Live music at Ya-Sure Kombucha. This will be La CeboYa’s debut performance. Ebeneezer will be performing too. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and music starts at 7:00 p.m. $10 cover with a portion of the proceeds going to the Village Music Alliance. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

Come sing with us at O’Neary’s Irish Pub! Every Wednesday from 8pm-1am. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

July 6th – E.T. Come enjoy a night with us under the stars enjoying popcorn, candy, ice cream and a movie Bring a blanket, lawn chairs and enjoy the show. Every movie shown throughout summer will be family and kid friendly! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

Fireworks Display over Sand Island at dusk! 2024 marks the 54th year the community of Crosslake has been celebrating Americas' freedom with a fantastic fireworks display. Join us on the water or from the shores of Cross Lake at dusk on Saturday, July 6, 2024 to view the display launched from Sand Island. Tune into…

Mid-Summer Mardi Gras Party featuring the Rusty Crayfish Brass Band. Sunday, July 7 at 5:30pm Tickets: $75 per person The party down south, brought up north! Enjoy a cajun-style seafood boil at 5:30pm followed by music by the Rusty Crayfish Brass Band starting at 7pm. Part of Madden’s Summer Party at the Pavilion Series. Sunday…

The Brainerd Ski Loons will be performing three FREE water ski shows at Ruttger’s Bay Lake Resort in Deerwood, MN, on June 17th, July 8th, and July 24th. All shows at Ruttger’s Bay Lake Resort are at 6:30 pm and are open to the public. Experience human ski pyramids, swivel skiing, barefooting, stilt skiing, and…

Join award-winning Minnesota author Mary Casanova for a special story time featuring her book “One-Dog Canoe.” The interactive presentation is geared towards families with children in pre-kindergarten through third grade and will feature puppets and a canoe. No registration required. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

Writers write. Is that you? Join Mary Casanova, a beloved and award-winning Minnesota author for a workshop all about writing. Mary credits much of her success to belonging to amazing writers' groups. But what if you don't belong to one? Mary invites writers of all stages to bring questions, possible work-in-progress (no more than 10…

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…

Join Jillian, a local yoga instructor for some family fun yoga! Bring your own yoga mat if you have one or borrow one provided. No registration required. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

Full Menu at noon, Bar Bingo 1:00 pm! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

Meat Raffle ticket sales begin at 4 p.m., tickets are drawn at 5:30 and the Key Chain drawing is at 6 p.m. Ask your server for your free key chain and show up each Wednesday evening. If your number is pulled, you win the cash! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

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 Thursday Meat Raffle combined with “The Races” for a chance to win packages of meat and anywhere from $150-$300 over several different rounds of races, PLUS a $50 bingo winner/round! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

Plant Sale + Educational Session Presented by: Jeans the Right Plant Place $5.00 per person – Includes education session, cookie and beverage *Registration is not needed to shop 12:00pm-1:00pm – Presentation “Gardening in a Changing Climate,” followed by Q&A 1:00pm-2:30pm – Plant Sale (open to public) More details & tickets here. Traveling for this event?…

The Crossing Arts Alliance will host artist M E Fuller of Montevideo, MN, for an exhibition entitled "Landscapes and Mindscapes". Don't miss this evocative collection! A reception and artist talk will be held on Friday, July 12th from 5:00-7:00 pm. Sip wine, enjoy snacks, and learn more about the artist's process and inspiration! This event…

This little red fox is enjoying a tasty blossom. Another “intermediate” class for those who have painted in previous classes or at home. An outline is provided, no need for drawing skills to paint with us! Acrylic 11×14 Canvas 16+ please $45 Ticket Policy: *No refunds *Register in advance! Registration closes at 10 AM the…

Join us every Friday night for music on Friday Nights beginning at 6:30! Come out on July 12th to hear Emily Hammer! Check out our summer menu and food and drink specials and enjoy a summer evening on the patio! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

Join us for a fun cookie decorating event. We will be decorating summer fruit themed sugar cookies. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

BASICS OF ABSTRACT PAINTING WITH ME FULLER SATURDAY, JULY 13 10:30AM – 2:00PM COST: $180, MATERIALS INCLUDED Learn the basics of abstract painting. A group painting experience. Participants will work on paper and canvas. No skills or prior painting experience are necessary. This workshop is about energizing your creative instincts and discovering how it feels…

Come enjoy a meal, ride a pop-up skatepark and hang out from 12pm-5pm at the Brainerd City Hal! Proceeds benefit the Lakes Area Skatepark. - 12p-2p: Enjoy a bratwurst meal by Walmart - free will donation. Meal includes brat, chips, cookie and Italian soda by Coco Moon. - 12p-5p: Free pop-up skatepark - Skateboards available…

The summer sign board is back! ! Our 16”x48” (4 ft high) single panel boards are double-sided to allow for two designs. If this is your first workshop, we welcome you! Past workshop attendees may drop off their sign boards in advance to paint the other side for a reduced price, we will prep the…

No Stock Cars Tonight. Event Classes WISSOTA Super Stock by Auto Value of Brainerd, IMCA Sport Mods by DCM Supply, IMCA Hobby Stocks by Seidel Auto & Tire, WISSOTA Mod Four by Erlandson Epoxy, IMCA Sport Compacts by Outdoor Authority, IMCA Modifieds by ABC Seamless TICKET PRICES Adults – $12 Juniors 7-17 – $7 6…

The Crosslake Ideal Lions has arranged a fabulous slate of live music coming to Crosslake's Town Square every Saturday night beginning at 6 p.m. Bring you lawn chairs and blankets and find your spot in the sun or shade! PLUS Lake Country Crafts and Cones will also be there to serve ice cream each week!…

Join us for Chris Olson's 30th consecutive year at Breezy Point Resort performing his Elvis Tribute Show! Enjoy seating right on the water, delicious food and drinks, and entertainment that will get you on your feet! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

July 13th – Top Gun Maverick Come enjoy a night with us under the stars enjoying popcorn, candy, ice cream and a movie Bring a blanket, lawn chairs and enjoy the show. Every movie shown throughout summer will be family and kid friendly! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

Live Country Music! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

Join the Brainerd Ski Loons Water Ski Show Team as they hit the water to show off their skills from the inspiring synchronized ballet lines all the way to the excitable high-flying stunts off the ski jump! Bring your chairs and enjoy concessions provided by the Ski Loons. The Brainerd Ski Loons Water Ski Show…

These four personable entertainers provide the most fun and exciting “live” performances you can experience. Passion offers big fun, high energy, quality musical entertainment that keeps the crowds rockin and the hits rollin! Add charisma, exceptional vocals, world class musicianship, crowd pleasing interactivity, and satisfy your insatiable appetite for fun! Traveling for this event? Find…

Lisa Wenger has performed as a beloved staple of the Minnesota music scene, delighting audiences with her sweet-yet gritty vocals and captivating mix of Midwest roots paired with an affinity for the soulful sound of the Deep South. The fare for the Rhythm & Blues Cruise is $36 per person. Visit Breezybelle.com to get your…

Who: 10AM-NOON - Camp for ages 6-10 1PM-3PM - Camp for ages 9-13 Themes: The themes for each week will be announced in May. Due to the level of interested we are offering two classes this year with ages specific groups! Registration: Click on the link below to register! In the registration process please make…

Participants will get to experiment with wood burning tools and 3D pens. This event is catered towards tweens and teens over 10 years old! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

Guided night hike on MSG property, with stops to do fun educational night activities! Topics may include: using your senses at night, nocturnal animals, predators/prey, astronomy, and more. Hike is approximately 1 mile/1.5hr with stops for activities, recommended to bring bug/tick spray and a water bottle. Must register ahead of time, click this link to…

Food, Fellowship and Live Music. We will be grilling hotdogs, bring a dish a share and your favorite lawn chair. Yard games, live music and an evening of fellowship! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

Bike Night is Back at B.Merri! Join us the 3rd Wednesday of every month June – October 2024 Live music by Todd Wohl starting at 6:30 Food and Drink Specials Available! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

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 Please RSVP so we know…

Thursday at 11:00 a.m. Stories & crafts for ages 2-8, but all are welcome Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

Ladies only poker night hosted by the BLA Poker League. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

Donny Brang is a Solo Acoustic Artist from Central Minnesota with decades of Live Performing experience. His repertoire encompasses a wide variety of music, from yesterday’s favorites to songs of today. Enjoyable Easy Listening at its best! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

Fun times always with this gang. Grab a bite to eat and your favorite beverage then sit and take the scenery in and listen to the tunes. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

We're all shook up and ready to dance in our blue suede shoes with Elvis. Our most popular cruise is back with the one and only Elvis impersonator, Chris Olson, and his Memories of Elvis Tribute Show on Gull Lake. Enjoy an evening at sea as Chris serenades you with his most popular hits. Dinner…

July 19th – The Goonies Come enjoy a night with us under the stars enjoying popcorn, candy, ice cream and a movie Bring a blanket, lawn chairs and enjoy the show. Every movie shown throughout summer will be family and kid friendly! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

Enjoy a morning of demonstrations, hands on experience, and creative expression! Learn techniques and display possibilities with the popular metal hoops. Browse our variety of florals, ribbon, greenery, embellishments and assemble your own hoop wreath with your new skills! All materials provided. Coffee, tea, water and light refreshments will be offered, or bring your own.…

BAXTER WEEKEND POP-UP ALERT!! Freshly made cider mini donuts dusted with cinnamon sugar, our famous maple salted caramel cold brew coffees (plus other top-notch flavors like Bananas and Cream, and Vanilla) and our frozen lemonades are coming to the Fleet Farm in Baxter this coming SATURDAY 7/20 from 9AM-2PM for ONE DAY ONLY!! We will…

During our one hour of Yoga in The Park, we will center our mind, while linking breath to gentle movement. Together, lets focus, breathe, stretch and strengthen, helping to improve our balance and posture. This class is structured to accommodate all level yogis and is prenatal friendly. Beginners and advanced students welcome. Children welcome to…

Join us at Crossing Arts for this unconventional class led by Katy Yenter. Break the rules, spill your coffee, and make a mess! Katy will guide participants in mixing up a coffee “palette”, making a ‘creature’ from the organic spill shapes, and creating images like trees and birds. Of course, coffee and treats will be…

Pups in the Park will be a fundraiser event hosted by Brainerd Animal Hospital with proceeds going to H.A.R.T Animal Shelter. There will be a vendor fair tailored to our 4 legged friends and their owners. Watch demos by Full Tilt Agility, Baxter Police K9, Nose 2 Tail nose work, and River Ridge Animal Chiropractic.…

Cruise around the lake and lunch with Above Deck Pizza. Cocktails, mocktails and slushies available for purchase. This cruise is perfect for families that want to see beautiful Gull Lake. Adults: $30 Children (5-18): $20 Children 4 & under: Free For local, public guests, book here For Cragun’s guests, book here Boarding begins 30 minutes…

Join us Saturday, July 20th for our 2nd Annual Reggae Party! Last year was a blast and this year we went even bigger and better! Live Reggae music from Singing Tony, Wain McFarlane from Ipso Facto and Lynval Jackson from the International Reggae All Stars! Along with a full day of amazing music we will…

We are excited to celebrate the memory of Ron Johnson and this year we are inviting the Vintage to run with us!! Event Classes Vintage Modifieds: Northern Vintage Stockcar Racers WISSOTA Super Stock by Auto Value of Brainerd, IMCA Sport Mods by DCM Supply, IMCA Hobby Stocks by Seidel Auto & Tire, Vintage Full Body…

Stunning sunsets and delectable desserts await you on our Sweet Tooth Sunset Cruise. Enjoy a stunning sunset cruise on one of Minnesota’s most beautiful lakes while sipping a complimentary evening coffee and indulging in delicious desserts. Sit back relax and enjoy the evening call of the loon and sunset colors that will delight the heart…

Life is a Cabaret! Spend the evening being serenaded by our international vocal talents as they perform musical theater classics and American songbook favorites. Cash bar will be available for your enjoyment. These events typically sell out in advance. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

What better way to experience brunch than on the beautiful waters of Gull Lake. Hop aboard for a traditional brunch menu with spectacular views. Adults: $45 Children (5-18): $20 Children 4 & under: Free Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

Presented by the Central Lakes Community Performing Arts Center, enjoy an afternoon of fun including a car show and concert at the Central Lake College – Brainerd campus. Event will be held at the CLC West Side Tent—tent on the west side of the Brainerd campus. “A band that revives the vintage ’50s stomp of…

Free batting challenge for boys and girls ages 5-15 at Oscar Kristofferson Park, Baxter, MN. Sponsored by the Brainerd Elks Lodge #615. Registration /Check-in begins at 12:00 p.m. 5 age groups: 5-6, 7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-15 Awards for the top 3 in each age group Participants are encouraged to bring their own bat and helmet…

Life is a Cabaret! Spend the evening being serenaded by our international vocal talents as they perform musical theater classics and American songbook favorites. A cash bar will be available for your enjoyment. These events typically sell out in advance. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

Join us for a free author event at the Brainerd Public Library! Meet the author, hear their work, and ask questions. On Monday, July 22, Robert Saxton will discuss his novel, “Shades of a Warrior.” In the book, Ninth-grader BJ Maki knows there is an evil presence on a killing spree in the hills above…

Join us and learn how to build a cool robot out of LEGOs and how to code commands to make them move. Ages 7 and up. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

Gather your crew and join us for our most highly attended networking event, Business After Hours, hosted by Lakes Area Music Festival (LAMF) on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, from 4:30 - 6:00PM at the beautiful Gichi-Ziibi Center for the Arts. Guests will enjoy mixing with other Chamber members and musicians from the LAMF orchestra, a…

When is the last time you went to a BBQ? Better yet, on a boat? Enjoy a relaxing evening with friends and family on beautiful Gull Lake aboard the North Star. Explore the lake and enjoy a Minnesota BBQ with BBQ beef sliders, ribs, baked beans, coleslaw and more. Beverages are available to purchase during…

Join us every Tuesday from 7pm-9pm, for the 'Use your Noodle, not Google' Trivia presented by Trivia Mafia! Free to play, win beer! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

Get ready for the joyous Broadway musical “The Prom”, a new comedy about big Broadway stars on a mission to change the world and the love they discover that unites them all. Join us at Central Lakes College July 23-Aug 1. Tickets at www.clcperformingarts.com or 218-855-8199. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

Meat Raffle ticket sales begin at 4 p.m., tickets are drawn at 5:30 and the Key Chain drawing is at 6 p.m. Ask your server for your free key chain and show up each Wednesday evening. If your number is pulled, you win the cash! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

Join us for Jack Pine’s Pints For Purpose, supporting The Outreach Program of Brainerd Lakes. Food provided by Prairie Bay Restaurant (free will offering). Music provided by Brendan Flynn. Jack Pine and Jason Martinson from Edward Jones, Nisswa will sponsor $1 per pint of beer you buy! WIN _ WIN! You buy a beer; the…

Wyld Creek Boutique is partnering up with Roundhouse Brewery to bring a Har Bar to Nisswa. This class will be held on June 18th from 6:00pm-9:00pm for a guided class to decorate, burn, and accessorize a trendy felt hat. This is the new "in" thing to do and what better way to do it than…

We have date night planned for you! The format is always a 4-person scramble. Includes 9 holes w/cart, dinner, drink, contests, prizes, and plenty of FUN! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

A perfect pairing: Beethoven and Beer! Our Musicians Night Out is a chance for our musicians to let loose playing music with colleagues and friends, new and old. Grab a pint and chat with musicians from around the world between sets of informal chamber music sight-reading performances outdoors at Jack Pine Brewery in Baxter. Free…

Special Tuesday Night Jingo! Join us for another evening of free play *bingo. Wwe 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

Movie night, popcorn and treats at the Brainerd Baxter Youth Center; open to all teens and young adults. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

Part country, part rock, and all groove, ‘Run A Little Faster’ is the most excellent new single from Doyle Turner, and it neatly blends the swagger and lilt of the former with the drive and weight of the latter. Rootsy twang married to rock’n’roll energy. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

On July 26 the world's best athletes will gather in Paris for the opening ceremonies of the Olympics. That same night the Lakes Area Music Festival celebrates the opening ceremonies of our 16th annual season, featuring 250 of the world's best classical musicians. This is the moment that will empower the next step of LAMF’s…

Join me for some live acoustic tunes! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging