No matter when you decide to visit, you’ll find events happening. We host signature events like the Pequot Lakes Stars & Stripes Days in July. Have you been to the best St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Minnesota?! You’ll find the parade in Crosslake. How about kickin’ your boots up at Lakes Jam—the Lakes Area’s biggest country and rock fest. Other local businesses and communities host festivals, live music, and even fireworks. Make these popular events a family tradition.
THU
Sep
Mar
5
1
2025 Explore Brainerd Lakes Visitor Guide
Sign up to be in next year’s Visitor Guide and get noticed by those interested in vacationing in the Brainerd Lakes Area and make sure you’re top-of-mind as they make travel plans.
WED
October
9
Entrepreneurs on Tap
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Crafting connections and brewing success for entrepreneurs and small business owners in Crow Wing County. Events feature a deep dive into a monthly topic on tap, opportunities to network, and Q&A with North Central SBDC business consultants. Hosted by ...
THU
October
10
Weekly Family Story Time: Thursdays
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Thursday at 11:00 a.m.
Stories & crafts for ages 2-8, but all are welcome
THU
October
10
Cuyuna Lakes Music in the Park
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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 ...
THU
October
10
2024 Paul's Picnic "Skiing through the Eras" MSG Fall Fundraiser
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
JOIN US, for Paul’s Picnic as we celebrate Skiing through the ‘Eras’ for our Golden Birthday for the 2024 Mount Ski Gull Fall Fundraiser! Paul’s Picnic (a retro ski party!) will be held on Thursday, October 10th, outside at Mount Ski Gull. This ...
THU
October
10
Trivia Night - Beetlejuice
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Join us for some fun testing your knowledge about everything Beetlejuice!
SAT
October
12
Northern MN Railroad Trackers
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
All Aboard! Stop in to see the exhibits on display!
SAT
October
12
Halloween Cookie Decorating Workshop
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Join us for cookie decorating at the bakery!
Stop in anytime between 10:00am and 2:00pm.
Fun for all ages!
$14 / set (includes 4 cookies and decorating supplies)
SAT
October
12
Bingo at the Crosslake Fifty Lakes American Legion
1:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Play Bingo Saturday afternoons!
SAT
October
12
Smoketoberfest!! - PL American Legion
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Come and taste some BBQ Ribs! Scott Franke and a few local Grillers will be having a contest to see who can outcook each other!
SUN
October
13
Camp Community Day
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Enjoy a FREE fall festival at Camp! This event is open to our whole community! Includes pumpkin painting, haytruck rides, animal sanctuary, zip line rides, and a soup cook off featuring local restaurants! Cast your vote and help your favorite ...
SUN
October
13
Radium Girls
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
A Brainerd Community Theatre production. 1926, radium was a miracle cure, Madame Curie an international celebrity, and luminous watches the latest rage—until the girls who painted them began to fall ill with a mysterious disease. Inspired by a true story,
SUN
October
13
Meat Raffle every Sunday, hosted by Breezy Point Figure Skating Club
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Meat Raffle every Sunday, hosted by Northern Lakes Youth Hockey Association.
SUN
October
13
Meat Raffle at Snarky Loon Brewing
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Meat Raffle every Sunday, hosted by Breezy Point Figure Skating Club.
TUE
October
15
Scary Story Reading! Open to the public!
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Stories from the Sea!
Fright level 3/5 (recommended ages 12+)
Join us at a small shelter by the water for spooky stories from the sea!
WED
October
16
Pints for a Purpose
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Please join us for our 3rd annual fundraiser Pints for a Purpose! We are excited to be hosted by Jack Pine again and we will have Papa Muphy's Pizza served as a free will donation! $1 from every Pint sold will go to Breath of Life!! All the money raised wi
WED
October
16
Bike Night at B.Merri
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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!
THU
October
17
Lakes Area Fall into Christmas Home Tour
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
A Brainerd Lakes Area Tradition For over 30 years, Lakes Area homeowners, designers, local merchants and our sponsors have been making this fun home tour and fundraiser happen. This year, area merchants will showcase their goods and services ...
THU
October
17
Weekly Family Story Time: Thursdays
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Thursday at 11:00 a.m.
Stories & crafts for ages 2-8, but all are welcome
THU
October
17
Loon and Lakes Trivia
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
It's Loon & Lakes Trivia, sponsored by WAPOA, National Loon Center and 14 Lakes Craft Brewing Co. Bring along your lead tackle to recycle and get an advantage to win awesome prizes!
THU
October
17
October Mystery Box Challenge - "Pumpkin SPice and Everything Nice"
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Unlock your creative culinary skills to craft fun & unique charcuterie boards!
THU
October
17
Radium Girls
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
A Brainerd Community Theatre production. 1926, radium was a miracle cure, Madame Curie an international celebrity, and luminous watches the latest rage—until the girls who painted them began to fall ill with a mysterious disease. Inspired by a true story,
FRI
October
18
Lakes Area Fall into Christmas Home Tour
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
A Brainerd Lakes Area Tradition For over 30 years, Lakes Area homeowners, designers, local merchants and our sponsors have been making this fun home tour and fundraiser happen. This year, area merchants will showcase their goods and services ...
FRI
October
18
19
38th Annual Oktoberfest at Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
One of the region's most popular Oktoberfest celebrations. Fun for the whole family! Traditional German food musical entertainment, and fun activities.
More than 150 arts & crafts vendors, Helicopter Rides, Bingo, traditional German food, beer, live ...
FRI
October
18
Nathan Griner at Jack Pine Brewery
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Nathan Griner’s style has a huge range of passion and grit. He also has a very unique show to experience. Nathan has never been an artist that has been boxed into one specific genre. His sound is as raw as Neil Young and as fun and energetic as the Luminee
FRI
October
18
The Babinski Foundation Haunted Trail!
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Dare to enter the Babinski Foundation's Haunted Trail on October 18th and 19th from 7-10PM! This year's terror-filled trek is guaranteed to chill you to the bone. Conquer your fears and help shelter animals find loving homes. All proceeds benefit our ...
FRI
October
18
Radium Girls
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
A Brainerd Community Theatre production. 1926, radium was a miracle cure, Madame Curie an international celebrity, and luminous watches the latest rage—until the girls who painted them began to fall ill with a mysterious disease. Inspired by a true story,
SAT
October
19
MEA Fall Fest!
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Things are starting to cool down and secretly we're excited because this year's MEA Fall Fest is going to be bigger and better than ever before.
With new activities, new adventures and a surprise exotic friend joining us this year, we're 100% positive ...
SAT
October
19
Northern MN Railroad Trackers
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
All Aboard! Stop in to see the exhibits on display!
SAT
October
19
The Babinski Foundation Fall Festival!
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
The Babinski Foundation Animal Shelter is back with another year of Fall Festivities! Join us for an unforgettable day of family fun at the Babinski Foundation Fall Festival on October 19th, 2024, from 12:00 to 4:00 PM! Thanks to our main sponsors, ...
SAT
October
19
Bingo at the Crosslake Fifty Lakes American Legion
1:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Play Bingo Saturday afternoons!
SAT
October
19
Fall Bash at B.Merri
2:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us for our Fall Bash!!! We'll have Booyah, our Octoberfest Beer Wall, a Smiles for Jake MEGA Meat Raffle and a Lakes Jam Pre-Party with giveaways from Lakes Jam and Live Music!!!!
SAT
October
19
Health & Wellness Pop-up Event
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Visit with health & wellness professionals while enjoying a glass of wine!
SAT
October
19
The Babinski Foundation Apple Pie Baking Contest!
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Show off your baking skills at The Babinski Foundation Apple Pie Baking Contest, or watch the judging commence on October 19th at 3:00 PM! Prepare to bake your best apple pie and compete for a $100 grand prize at the Babinski Foundation Fall Festival on Oc
SAT
October
19
Truck & Treat
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Big Trucks & Big Treats! Join us at Waste Partners and trick-or-treat among garbage trucks, bulldozers, fire trucks, tractors, semi trucks, boom trucks, and more! First 300 kiddos will receive a free mini pumpkin courtesy of Shimek Sisters. Explore the ...
SAT
October
19
The Babinski Foundation Haunted Trail!
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Dare to enter the Babinski Foundation's Haunted Trail on October 18th and 19th from 7-10PM! This year's terror-filled trek is guaranteed to chill you to the bone. Conquer your fears and help shelter animals find loving homes. All proceeds benefit our ...
SAT
October
19
Radium Girls
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
A Brainerd Community Theatre production. 1926, radium was a miracle cure, Madame Curie an international celebrity, and luminous watches the latest rage—until the girls who painted them began to fall ill with a mysterious disease. Inspired by a true story,
SUN
October
20
Sunday Breakfast
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The public is welcome to Breakfast at the Brainerd VFW on the third Sunday of each month from 8 am to noon. Seven menu choices for $10. You can support this veteran organization at 309 South Sixth Street in downtown Brainerd. Find updates at: ...
SUN
October
20
Meat Raffle every Sunday, hosted by Breezy Point Figure Skating Club
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Meat Raffle every Sunday, hosted by Northern Lakes Youth Hockey Association.
SUN
October
20
Meat Raffle at Snarky Loon Brewing
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Meat Raffle every Sunday, hosted by Breezy Point Figure Skating Club.
TUE
October
22
Explore Brainerd Lakes Area Tourism
8:00 AM - 9:15 AM
Come and join us for our monthly Explore Brainerd Lakes Area Tourism meeting! This gathering is designed for family attraction business owners, managers, and key staff to connect, network, and stay informed. Discover upcoming events, activities, and ...
TUE
October
22
Georgia the Reading Dog!
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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 ...
THU
October
24
Weekly Family Story Time: Thursdays
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Thursday at 11:00 a.m.
Stories & crafts for ages 2-8, but all are welcome
THU
October
24
Annual 'Boots and Buckles' Kaleidoscope Cancer Patient Fundraiser
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Like a wild ride through the trails of life, the journey through cancer calls for grit, guts, and a lot of gumption. The CRMC Cancer Care Team witnesses firsthand the incredible courage displayed by those facing this battle, and every ...
THU
October
24
27
2024 Camp Spooktacular
5:00 PM - 11:00 AM
Light Up the Dam presents Camp Spooktacular at the Crosslake Recreation Area!
SAT
October
26
Northern MN Railroad Trackers
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
All Aboard! Stop in to see the exhibits on display!
SAT
October
26
6th Annual Pequot Lakes Trick or Treat Halloween Event
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
6th Annual Pequot Lakes Trick or Treat Event. 10am until noon. Miss Pequot Lakes Royalty will host the bonfire in town with goodies and refreshments. Participating Pequot Lakes Businesses will hand out candy to the trick or treaters. More Details to come.
SAT
October
26
BLADE Coalition: National Drug Take Back Day
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Bring any unused, expired or unwanted medication to safely dispose of, no questions asked.
Includes: Blister Packs, capsules, pills, creams, inhalers, syringes, IV Bags, liquids, needles, patches, powders, sprays, and vials.
SAT
October
26
Crosslake Community Center's Spooktacular Halloween Party
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Activities, games, treats, and fun for all! Costumes are encouraged!
SAT
October
26
Halloween Spooktacular
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Calling all boils and ghouls to come to Downtown Brainerd on Saturday, October 26, for our annual Halloween Spooktacular! Trick-or-Treat at participating businesses from 11am-1pm, and enjoy spooky fun throughout the day! Details on activities and ...
SAT
October
26
Bingo at the Crosslake Fifty Lakes American Legion
1:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Play Bingo Saturday afternoons!
SAT
October
26
Maple Leaf in Water Mixable Oil
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Water Mixable Oil paint gives us the soft, blendable effects of traditional oils, but with the convenience of water cleanup! Follow along step by step, to paint with water mixable oil a single maple leaf, vibrant with fall color, floating ...
SAT
October
26
Trick or Treat at Camp Spooktacular
3:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Trick-or-Treating at Decorated Campsites & Wagon Ride Tour of Lights at Camp Spooktacular!
SAT
October
26
Trunk or Treat + Low Scare Trail
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Come experience our amazing and artistic Low Scare Trail, followed by Trunk or Treat! This is an outdoor event.
SUN
October
27
Toys for Kids Fall Fest
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Come see at the Northern Pacific Center for Fall Fest on Oct. 27th from 11a-2p!!
SUN
October
27
Meat Raffle every Sunday, hosted by Breezy Point Figure Skating Club
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Meat Raffle every Sunday, hosted by Northern Lakes Youth Hockey Association.
SUN
October
27
Meat Raffle at Snarky Loon Brewing
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Meat Raffle every Sunday, hosted by Breezy Point Figure Skating Club.
MON
October
28
TAP guided Painting @Mission Tavern
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Enjoy tasty brews, food and fun all while you paint & socialize!
TUE
October
29
Scary Story Reading! Open to the public!
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us for scary stories from deep in the forest!
Fright Level 4/5 (recommended ages 15+)
Join us deep in the backwoods of camp for scary stories from the forest!
RSVP 218-828-2344 - only 20 spots available!
THU
Sep
Mar
5
1
2025 Explore Brainerd Lakes Visitor Guide
Sign up to be in next year’s Visitor Guide and get noticed by those interested in vacationing in the Brainerd Lakes Area and make sure you’re top-of-mind as they make travel plans.
WED
October
9
Entrepreneurs on Tap
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Crafting connections and brewing success for entrepreneurs and small business owners in Crow Wing County. Events feature a deep dive into a monthly topic on tap, opportunities to network, and Q&A with North Central SBDC business consultants. Hosted by ...
THU
October
10
Weekly Family Story Time: Thursdays
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Thursday at 11:00 a.m. Stories & crafts for ages 2-8, but all are welcome
THU
October
10
Cuyuna Lakes Music in the Park
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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 ...
THU
October
10
2024 Paul's Picnic "Skiing through the Eras" MSG Fall Fundraiser
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
JOIN US, for Paul’s Picnic as we celebrate Skiing through the ‘Eras’ for our Golden Birthday for the 2024 Mount Ski Gull Fall Fundraiser! Paul’s Picnic (a retro ski party!) will be held on Thursday, October 10th, outside at Mount Ski Gull. This ...
THU
October
10
Trivia Night - Beetlejuice
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Join us for some fun testing your knowledge about everything Beetlejuice!
SAT
October
12
Northern MN Railroad Trackers
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
All Aboard! Stop in to see the exhibits on display!
SAT
October
12
Halloween Cookie Decorating Workshop
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Join us for cookie decorating at the bakery! Stop in anytime between 10:00am and 2:00pm. Fun for all ages! $14 / set (includes 4 cookies and decorating supplies)
SAT
October
12
Bingo at the Crosslake Fifty Lakes American Legion
1:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Play Bingo Saturday afternoons!
SAT
October
12
Smoketoberfest!! - PL American Legion
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Come and taste some BBQ Ribs! Scott Franke and a few local Grillers will be having a contest to see who can outcook each other!
SUN
October
13
Camp Community Day
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Enjoy a FREE fall festival at Camp! This event is open to our whole community! Includes pumpkin painting, haytruck rides, animal sanctuary, zip line rides, and a soup cook off featuring local restaurants! Cast your vote and help your favorite ...
SUN
October
13
Radium Girls
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
A Brainerd Community Theatre production. 1926, radium was a miracle cure, Madame Curie an international celebrity, and luminous watches the latest rage—until the girls who painted them began to fall ill with a mysterious disease. Inspired by a true story,
SUN
October
13
Meat Raffle every Sunday, hosted by Breezy Point Figure Skating Club
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Meat Raffle every Sunday, hosted by Northern Lakes Youth Hockey Association.
SUN
October
13
Meat Raffle at Snarky Loon Brewing
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Meat Raffle every Sunday, hosted by Breezy Point Figure Skating Club.
TUE
October
15
Scary Story Reading! Open to the public!
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Stories from the Sea! Fright level 3/5 (recommended ages 12+) Join us at a small shelter by the water for spooky stories from the sea!
WED
October
16
Pints for a Purpose
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Please join us for our 3rd annual fundraiser Pints for a Purpose! We are excited to be hosted by Jack Pine again and we will have Papa Muphy's Pizza served as a free will donation! $1 from every Pint sold will go to Breath of Life!! All the money raised wi
WED
October
16
Bike Night at B.Merri
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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!
THU
October
17
Lakes Area Fall into Christmas Home Tour
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
A Brainerd Lakes Area Tradition For over 30 years, Lakes Area homeowners, designers, local merchants and our sponsors have been making this fun home tour and fundraiser happen. This year, area merchants will showcase their goods and services ...
THU
October
17
Weekly Family Story Time: Thursdays
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Thursday at 11:00 a.m. Stories & crafts for ages 2-8, but all are welcome
THU
October
17
Loon and Lakes Trivia
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
It's Loon & Lakes Trivia, sponsored by WAPOA, National Loon Center and 14 Lakes Craft Brewing Co. Bring along your lead tackle to recycle and get an advantage to win awesome prizes!
THU
October
17
October Mystery Box Challenge - "Pumpkin SPice and Everything Nice"
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Unlock your creative culinary skills to craft fun & unique charcuterie boards!
THU
October
17
Radium Girls
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
A Brainerd Community Theatre production. 1926, radium was a miracle cure, Madame Curie an international celebrity, and luminous watches the latest rage—until the girls who painted them began to fall ill with a mysterious disease. Inspired by a true story,
FRI
October
18
Lakes Area Fall into Christmas Home Tour
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
A Brainerd Lakes Area Tradition For over 30 years, Lakes Area homeowners, designers, local merchants and our sponsors have been making this fun home tour and fundraiser happen. This year, area merchants will showcase their goods and services ...
FRI
October
18
19
38th Annual Oktoberfest at Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
One of the region's most popular Oktoberfest celebrations. Fun for the whole family! Traditional German food musical entertainment, and fun activities. More than 150 arts & crafts vendors, Helicopter Rides, Bingo, traditional German food, beer, live ...
FRI
October
18
Nathan Griner at Jack Pine Brewery
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Nathan Griner’s style has a huge range of passion and grit. He also has a very unique show to experience. Nathan has never been an artist that has been boxed into one specific genre. His sound is as raw as Neil Young and as fun and energetic as the Luminee
FRI
October
18
The Babinski Foundation Haunted Trail!
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Dare to enter the Babinski Foundation's Haunted Trail on October 18th and 19th from 7-10PM! This year's terror-filled trek is guaranteed to chill you to the bone. Conquer your fears and help shelter animals find loving homes. All proceeds benefit our ...
FRI
October
18
Radium Girls
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
A Brainerd Community Theatre production. 1926, radium was a miracle cure, Madame Curie an international celebrity, and luminous watches the latest rage—until the girls who painted them began to fall ill with a mysterious disease. Inspired by a true story,
SAT
October
19
MEA Fall Fest!
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Things are starting to cool down and secretly we're excited because this year's MEA Fall Fest is going to be bigger and better than ever before. With new activities, new adventures and a surprise exotic friend joining us this year, we're 100% positive ...
SAT
October
19
Northern MN Railroad Trackers
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
All Aboard! Stop in to see the exhibits on display!
SAT
October
19
The Babinski Foundation Fall Festival!
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
The Babinski Foundation Animal Shelter is back with another year of Fall Festivities! Join us for an unforgettable day of family fun at the Babinski Foundation Fall Festival on October 19th, 2024, from 12:00 to 4:00 PM! Thanks to our main sponsors, ...
SAT
October
19
Bingo at the Crosslake Fifty Lakes American Legion
1:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Play Bingo Saturday afternoons!
SAT
October
19
Fall Bash at B.Merri
2:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us for our Fall Bash!!! We'll have Booyah, our Octoberfest Beer Wall, a Smiles for Jake MEGA Meat Raffle and a Lakes Jam Pre-Party with giveaways from Lakes Jam and Live Music!!!!
SAT
October
19
Health & Wellness Pop-up Event
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Visit with health & wellness professionals while enjoying a glass of wine!
SAT
October
19
The Babinski Foundation Apple Pie Baking Contest!
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Show off your baking skills at The Babinski Foundation Apple Pie Baking Contest, or watch the judging commence on October 19th at 3:00 PM! Prepare to bake your best apple pie and compete for a $100 grand prize at the Babinski Foundation Fall Festival on Oc
SAT
October
19
Truck & Treat
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Big Trucks & Big Treats! Join us at Waste Partners and trick-or-treat among garbage trucks, bulldozers, fire trucks, tractors, semi trucks, boom trucks, and more! First 300 kiddos will receive a free mini pumpkin courtesy of Shimek Sisters. Explore the ...
SAT
October
19
The Babinski Foundation Haunted Trail!
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Dare to enter the Babinski Foundation's Haunted Trail on October 18th and 19th from 7-10PM! This year's terror-filled trek is guaranteed to chill you to the bone. Conquer your fears and help shelter animals find loving homes. All proceeds benefit our ...
SAT
October
19
Radium Girls
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
A Brainerd Community Theatre production. 1926, radium was a miracle cure, Madame Curie an international celebrity, and luminous watches the latest rage—until the girls who painted them began to fall ill with a mysterious disease. Inspired by a true story,
SUN
October
20
Sunday Breakfast
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The public is welcome to Breakfast at the Brainerd VFW on the third Sunday of each month from 8 am to noon. Seven menu choices for $10. You can support this veteran organization at 309 South Sixth Street in downtown Brainerd. Find updates at: ...
SUN
October
20
Meat Raffle every Sunday, hosted by Breezy Point Figure Skating Club
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Meat Raffle every Sunday, hosted by Northern Lakes Youth Hockey Association.
SUN
October
20
Meat Raffle at Snarky Loon Brewing
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Meat Raffle every Sunday, hosted by Breezy Point Figure Skating Club.
TUE
October
22
Explore Brainerd Lakes Area Tourism
8:00 AM - 9:15 AM
Come and join us for our monthly Explore Brainerd Lakes Area Tourism meeting! This gathering is designed for family attraction business owners, managers, and key staff to connect, network, and stay informed. Discover upcoming events, activities, and ...
TUE
October
22
Georgia the Reading Dog!
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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 ...
THU
October
24
Weekly Family Story Time: Thursdays
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Thursday at 11:00 a.m. Stories & crafts for ages 2-8, but all are welcome
THU
October
24
Annual 'Boots and Buckles' Kaleidoscope Cancer Patient Fundraiser
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Like a wild ride through the trails of life, the journey through cancer calls for grit, guts, and a lot of gumption. The CRMC Cancer Care Team witnesses firsthand the incredible courage displayed by those facing this battle, and every ...
THU
October
24
27
2024 Camp Spooktacular
5:00 PM - 11:00 AM
Light Up the Dam presents Camp Spooktacular at the Crosslake Recreation Area!
SAT
October
26
Northern MN Railroad Trackers
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
All Aboard! Stop in to see the exhibits on display!
SAT
October
26
6th Annual Pequot Lakes Trick or Treat Halloween Event
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
6th Annual Pequot Lakes Trick or Treat Event. 10am until noon. Miss Pequot Lakes Royalty will host the bonfire in town with goodies and refreshments. Participating Pequot Lakes Businesses will hand out candy to the trick or treaters. More Details to come.
SAT
October
26
BLADE Coalition: National Drug Take Back Day
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Bring any unused, expired or unwanted medication to safely dispose of, no questions asked. Includes: Blister Packs, capsules, pills, creams, inhalers, syringes, IV Bags, liquids, needles, patches, powders, sprays, and vials.
SAT
October
26
Crosslake Community Center's Spooktacular Halloween Party
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Activities, games, treats, and fun for all! Costumes are encouraged!
SAT
October
26
Halloween Spooktacular
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Calling all boils and ghouls to come to Downtown Brainerd on Saturday, October 26, for our annual Halloween Spooktacular! Trick-or-Treat at participating businesses from 11am-1pm, and enjoy spooky fun throughout the day! Details on activities and ...
SAT
October
26
Bingo at the Crosslake Fifty Lakes American Legion
1:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Play Bingo Saturday afternoons!
SAT
October
26
Maple Leaf in Water Mixable Oil
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Water Mixable Oil paint gives us the soft, blendable effects of traditional oils, but with the convenience of water cleanup! Follow along step by step, to paint with water mixable oil a single maple leaf, vibrant with fall color, floating ...
SAT
October
26
Trick or Treat at Camp Spooktacular
3:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Trick-or-Treating at Decorated Campsites & Wagon Ride Tour of Lights at Camp Spooktacular!
SAT
October
26
Trunk or Treat + Low Scare Trail
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Come experience our amazing and artistic Low Scare Trail, followed by Trunk or Treat! This is an outdoor event.
SUN
October
27
Toys for Kids Fall Fest
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Come see at the Northern Pacific Center for Fall Fest on Oct. 27th from 11a-2p!!
SUN
October
27
Meat Raffle every Sunday, hosted by Breezy Point Figure Skating Club
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Meat Raffle every Sunday, hosted by Northern Lakes Youth Hockey Association.
SUN
October
27
Meat Raffle at Snarky Loon Brewing
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Meat Raffle every Sunday, hosted by Breezy Point Figure Skating Club.
MON
October
28
TAP guided Painting @Mission Tavern
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Enjoy tasty brews, food and fun all while you paint & socialize!
TUE
October
29
Scary Story Reading! Open to the public!
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us for scary stories from deep in the forest! Fright Level 4/5 (recommended ages 15+) Join us deep in the backwoods of camp for scary stories from the forest! RSVP 218-828-2344 - only 20 spots available!