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.
FRI
September
22
Lakes Area Growers Market - Baxter
8:00 AM - 12:30 PM
The Lakes Area Growers Market - Baxter is held at the Westport Shopping Center, between Pizza Hut and Keller Williams Reality, just off Highway 210. Visit us Fridays starting mid-May through October for fresh produce and other locally sourced food and ...
SAT
September
23
Heated Vinyasa
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Vinyasa in Sanskrit means to 'place in a certain way.' Expect to flow between postures in a sequence using the breath as your guide. This class provides a series of balancing, standing and seated postures, and provides opportunities to practice ...
SAT
September
23
Northern MN Railroad Trackers
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
All Aboard! Stop in to see the exhibits on display!
SAT
September
23
Sample Saturday at the Smokestack BBQ Supply Store
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Every Saturday is Sample Saturday! Come on out to our Brainerd location between 11am and 3pm to try some awesome samples using hand-picked sauces and seasonings from the store!
SAT
September
23
Around The World Wine Flight
12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
We are going around the world to 6 different popular wine countries!
SAT
September
23
Oktoberfest at Snarky Loon Brewing
12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
German beer, food, games, giveaways and more. Check out our site for more information: https://www.snarkyloonbrewing.com/events
SAT
September
23
Bingo at Crosslake Legion
1:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Bar and kitchen open at noon with full menu. Join the Crosslake Legion for Bingo every Saturday starting at 1:30.
SAT
September
23
Andy's Seafood Raffle Saturday
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Visit Andy's Bar & Grill for a weekly Seafood Raffle!
SAT
September
23
"Golden Hour" Acrylic Step by Step
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Capture the beauty of filtered sunlight through a fall forest in the fleeting moment of “The Golden Hour.” Acrylic paint on 11×14 canvas. Ages 16+ encouraged.
SAT
September
23
Saturday Fight Night and Class Registration
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Please join us for Fight Night as our team of World Champion Martial Artists compete in our first ever Team Ascension Fight Night! It will be an exciting night of Fights, martial arts demonstrations and registration for our new fall classes!
SAT
September
23
Sunset hike+yoga+snacks
6:45 PM - 8:15 PM
Join us for the Lakes Area Premier wellness event this fall at Mount Ski Gull! Think cozy sweater, hiking boots, yoga/work out clothes, warm superfood cider, light appetizers and snack buffet.
SUN
September
24
MON
September
25
Bingo at the Brainerd VFW
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
5 pm hamburgers and 6 pm Bingo at the Brainerd VFW. Everyone welcome.
TUE
September
26
TUE
September
26
Trivia Mafia!
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us every Tuesday from 7pm-9pm, for the "Use your Noodle, not Google" Trivia presented by Trivia Mafia! Free to play, win beer!
WED
September
27
WED
September
27
THU
September
28
Nisswa Farmers Market!
8:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Come join us in the beautiful lakes area for the weekly Nisswa Farmers Market! We are conveniently located just off of the downtown shopping area in the American Legion parking lot. Visit us Thursdays starting mid-May through October for fresh produce ...
THU
September
28
30
2023 Crosslake Days Search for the Lost Chili Pepper
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Win a prize basket worth thousands!
THU
September
28
30
Rummage Sale at Our Saviors Lutheran Church
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Don't miss out on the Rummage Sale at Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Pequot Lakes! The sale takes place on Thursday and Friday, September 28-29th from 8AM-5PM and on Saturday, September 30th from 8AM-12PM. Lots of treasures to be found!
*All free ...
THU
September
28
Farmers Market at the Northern Pacific Center
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Shop over 30 vendors, enjoy food trucks, live music and kids activities.
THU
September
28
Date Night at Roundhouse Brewery
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Looking for a new Thursday date spot? Come to Roundhouse Brewery for a date night to remember! For only $50, you can get 2 meals, 2 pints, and an hour of ax throwing! Whether it is a first date, or an escape of the normal routine, this ...
THU
September
28
WAVE Young Professionals Network: Launch Event
4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Set sail with us on Gull Lake Cruises to learn more about WAVE Young Professionals Network! Meet the Anchor Board behind WAVE, network with other young professionals, and find out how you can benefit from this new Chamber program.
THU
September
28
THU
September
28
THU
September
28
Bar Bingo at the Commander Bar
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Commander Bar Bingo every Thursday at 6:30pm — Progressive Jackpot!
THU
September
28
FRI
September
29
Lakes Area Growers Market - Baxter
8:00 AM - 12:30 PM
The Lakes Area Growers Market - Baxter is held at the Westport Shopping Center, between Pizza Hut and Keller Williams Reality, just off Highway 210. Visit us Fridays starting mid-May through October for fresh produce and other locally sourced food and ...
FRI
September
29
Live Music at Snarky Loon
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Enjoy live music at the Snarky Loon! Band details are located here: https://www.snarkyloonbrewing.com/events
SAT
September
30
2023 Crosslake Days Arts & Crafts Fair
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Calling all Crafters! Show off your talent and apply to be a part of the 2023 Crosslake Days. Please read the agreement below and submit it with payment by registering online.
SAT
September
30
2023 Crosslake Days 4th Annual Cornhole Tournament
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Champion or Family & Friends Brackets
SAT
September
30
Northern MN Railroad Trackers
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
All Aboard! Stop in to see the exhibits on display!
SAT
September
30
Sample Saturday at the Smokestack BBQ Supply Store
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Every Saturday is Sample Saturday! Come on out to our Brainerd location between 11am and 3pm to try some awesome samples using hand-picked sauces and seasonings from the store!
SAT
September
30
SAT
September
30
2023 Crosslake Days - Chili Cookoff
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
We're celebrating 35 years that Crosslake Businesses have been mixing up their special blends and this year's competition is going to be HOT, with 30 businesses vying for the Golden Ladles and bragging rights! The judges are self proclaimed ...
SAT
September
30
Bingo at Crosslake Legion
1:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Bar and kitchen open at noon with full menu. Join the Crosslake Legion for Bingo every Saturday starting at 1:30.
SAT
September
30
Live Music at Snarky Loon Brewing
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Enjoy live music at the Snarky Loon! Band details are located here: https://www.snarkyloonbrewing.com/events
SAT
September
30
2023 Crosslake Ace Hardware Street Dance
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Featuring Live Music with the TC Jammers!
SAT
September
30
Andy's Seafood Raffle Saturday
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Visit Andy's Bar & Grill for a weekly Seafood Raffle!
SAT
September
30
"Wagon Wheel" Acrylic Step by Step
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Follow along, step by step with our instructor to paint this old wagon wheel, out of use and surrounded by purple flowers
SAT
September
30
Crosslake Log Village Cider and Candlelight Tour
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Looking for something to do this fall? The Crosslake Log Village presents our 2023 Cider and Candlelight Tour Sat. Sept. 30, at 7:00pm. Enjoy a cool crisp fall evening out with your family as you stroll thru candle lit buildings & discover the past
MON
October
2
Bingo at the Brainerd VFW
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
5 pm hamburgers and 6 pm Bingo at the Brainerd VFW. Everyone welcome.
TUE
October
3
Trivia Mafia at Jack Pine Brewery
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us every Tuesday from 7pm-9pm, for the "Use your Noodle, not Google" Trivia presented by Trivia Mafia! Free to play, win beer!
TUE
October
3
Trivia Mafia!
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us every Tuesday from 7pm-9pm, for the "Use your Noodle, not Google" Trivia presented by Trivia Mafia! Free to play, win beer!
TUE
October
3
Trivia Mafia!
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us every Tuesday from 7pm-9pm, for the "Use your Noodle, not Google" Trivia presented by Trivia Mafia! Free to play, win beer!
WED
October
4
Lakes Area United Way Chili Cook-Off
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
It’s time for the annual Lakes Area United Way’s Fall Chili Cook-Off! Registration is now open if you want to join the competition! To register visit unitedwaynow.org/chili Everyone is invited to join us on Wednesday, October 4th, from ...
WED
October
4
Lakes Area United Way Chili Cook-Off
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
It’s time for the annual Lakes Area United Way’s Fall Chili Cook-Off! Competitors will be competing for your taste buds’ affection, serving their best chili dishes to you from festive booths.
WED
October
4
THU
October
5
Nisswa Farmers Market!
8:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Come join us in the beautiful lakes area for the weekly Nisswa Farmers Market! We are conveniently located just off of the downtown shopping area in the American Legion parking lot. Visit us Thursdays starting mid-May through October for fresh produce ...
THU
October
5
Date Night at Roundhouse Brewery
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Looking for a new Thursday date spot? Come to Roundhouse Brewery for a date night to remember! For only $50, you can get 2 meals, 2 pints, and an hour of ax throwing! Whether it is a first date, or an escape of the normal routine, this ...
THU
October
5
THU
October
5
Italian Wine Dinner
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Experience an incredible array of delicacies selected by our Executive Chef and wines paired by our Wine Team.
THU
October
5
Bar Bingo at the Commander Bar
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Commander Bar Bingo every Thursday at 6:30pm — Progressive Jackpot!
THU
October
5
FRI
October
6
Lakes Area Growers Market - Baxter
8:00 AM - 12:30 PM
The Lakes Area Growers Market - Baxter is held at the Westport Shopping Center, between Pizza Hut and Keller Williams Reality, just off Highway 210. Visit us Fridays starting mid-May through October for fresh produce and other locally sourced food and ...
FRI
October
6
ODB's Meat and Greet Foodtruck
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
ODB’s Meat and Greet Food Truck Company is owned by Jessie Kresa, known as pro wrestling personality, ODB.
SAT
October
7
Northern MN Railroad Trackers
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
All Aboard! Stop in to see the exhibits on display!
SAT
October
7
Sample Saturday at the Smokestack BBQ Supply Store
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Every Saturday is Sample Saturday! Come on out to our Brainerd location between 11am and 3pm to try some awesome samples using hand-picked sauces and seasonings from the store!
SAT
October
7
12th Annual Gull Lake Oktoberfest
12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Get your friends together for the ultimate German Pub Crawl around your 9 favorite Gull Lake Locations on October 7th, 2023 starting at 12pm! Tickets are $40 ($50 after October 2nd) and include a 4 oz sample of Oktoberfest beer and a sample of a ...
SAT
October
7
Bingo at Crosslake Legion
1:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Bar and kitchen open at noon with full menu. Join the Crosslake Legion for Bingo every Saturday starting at 1:30.
SAT
October
7
Leaf on Water
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Experience the soft beauty of oil paint, without the odor and mess, with water mixable oil.* Follow along, step by step to paint a maple leaf in soft, blended colors of autumn, floating on the water. 12×12 canvas. Ages 16+ encouraged ...
SAT
October
7
Andy's Seafood Raffle Saturday
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Visit Andy's Bar & Grill for a weekly Seafood Raffle!
MON
October
9
Bingo at the Brainerd VFW
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
5 pm hamburgers and 6 pm Bingo at the Brainerd VFW. Everyone welcome.
TUE
October
10
Trivia Mafia at Jack Pine Brewery
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us every Tuesday from 7pm-9pm, for the "Use your Noodle, not Google" Trivia presented by Trivia Mafia! Free to play, win beer!
TUE
October
10
Trivia Mafia!
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us every Tuesday from 7pm-9pm, for the "Use your Noodle, not Google" Trivia presented by Trivia Mafia! Free to play, win beer!
TUE
October
10
Trivia Mafia!
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us every Tuesday from 7pm-9pm, for the "Use your Noodle, not Google" Trivia presented by Trivia Mafia! Free to play, win beer!
WED
October
11
Flu Shots at Lakewood Health System
4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Staples, MN – September 22, 2023 — Lakewood Health System is offering flu shot clinics during the month of October. Clinic dates, times and locations are:
• Wednesday, October 11 from 4:30 to 7 p.m. at the Pillager clinic (653 Pillsbury St. N)
• ...
WED
October
11
THU
October
12
Nisswa Farmers Market!
8:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Come join us in the beautiful lakes area for the weekly Nisswa Farmers Market! We are conveniently located just off of the downtown shopping area in the American Legion parking lot. Visit us Thursdays starting mid-May through October for fresh produce ...
THU
October
12
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
12
2023 Paul's Oktoberfest Picnic (Mount Ski Gull's Annual Fall Fundraiser)
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us for Paul Bunyan’s Oktoberfest Picnic as the 2023 Mount Ski Gull Fall Fundraiser! Paul’s Picnic will be held on Thursday, October 12th, outside at Mount Ski Gull.
THU
October
12
Stress Reduction Workshop: Breathwork Ecotherapy
5:15 PM - 7:00 PM
Reduce stress and de-clutter your mind every 2nd Thursday.
THU
October
12
Guided Nature Hikes- Ecotherapy and Creative Nature Writing
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Join Darla for a walk through the woods, a talk on nature therapy practices, and/or creative nature writing. The format will change with the seasons and weather. Be prepared to take a hike outdoors if the weather is cooperative. Otherwise, indoor ...
THU
October
12
THU
October
12
Bar Bingo at the Commander Bar
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Commander Bar Bingo every Thursday at 6:30pm — Progressive Jackpot!
THU
October
12
FRI
October
13
Lakes Area Growers Market - Baxter
8:00 AM - 12:30 PM
The Lakes Area Growers Market - Baxter is held at the Westport Shopping Center, between Pizza Hut and Keller Williams Reality, just off Highway 210. Visit us Fridays starting mid-May through October for fresh produce and other locally sourced food and ...
FRI
October
13
Babinski Foundation Haunted Trail!
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Join us for our haunted trail at the Babinski Foundation Animal Shelter on October 13th and 14th from 7-10PM! This year is big with some serious scares -Be Prepared! All proceeds go towards the sheltering and rehabilitation of shelter cats and dogs.
SAT
October
14
Northern MN Railroad Trackers
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
All Aboard! Stop in to see the exhibits on display!
FRI
September
22
Lakes Area Growers Market - Baxter
8:00 AM - 12:30 PM
The Lakes Area Growers Market - Baxter is held at the Westport Shopping Center, between Pizza Hut and Keller Williams Reality, just off Highway 210. Visit us Fridays starting mid-May through October for fresh produce and other locally sourced food and ...
SAT
September
23
Heated Vinyasa
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Vinyasa in Sanskrit means to 'place in a certain way.' Expect to flow between postures in a sequence using the breath as your guide. This class provides a series of balancing, standing and seated postures, and provides opportunities to practice ...
SAT
September
23
Northern MN Railroad Trackers
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
All Aboard! Stop in to see the exhibits on display!
SAT
September
23
Sample Saturday at the Smokestack BBQ Supply Store
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Every Saturday is Sample Saturday! Come on out to our Brainerd location between 11am and 3pm to try some awesome samples using hand-picked sauces and seasonings from the store!
SAT
September
23
Around The World Wine Flight
12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
We are going around the world to 6 different popular wine countries!
SAT
September
23
Oktoberfest at Snarky Loon Brewing
12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
German beer, food, games, giveaways and more. Check out our site for more information: https://www.snarkyloonbrewing.com/events
SAT
September
23
Bingo at Crosslake Legion
1:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Bar and kitchen open at noon with full menu. Join the Crosslake Legion for Bingo every Saturday starting at 1:30.
SAT
September
23
Andy's Seafood Raffle Saturday
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Visit Andy's Bar & Grill for a weekly Seafood Raffle!
SAT
September
23
"Golden Hour" Acrylic Step by Step
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Capture the beauty of filtered sunlight through a fall forest in the fleeting moment of “The Golden Hour.” Acrylic paint on 11×14 canvas. Ages 16+ encouraged.
SAT
September
23
Saturday Fight Night and Class Registration
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Please join us for Fight Night as our team of World Champion Martial Artists compete in our first ever Team Ascension Fight Night! It will be an exciting night of Fights, martial arts demonstrations and registration for our new fall classes!
SAT
September
23
Sunset hike+yoga+snacks
6:45 PM - 8:15 PM
Join us for the Lakes Area Premier wellness event this fall at Mount Ski Gull! Think cozy sweater, hiking boots, yoga/work out clothes, warm superfood cider, light appetizers and snack buffet.
SUN
September
24
MON
September
25
Bingo at the Brainerd VFW
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
5 pm hamburgers and 6 pm Bingo at the Brainerd VFW. Everyone welcome.
TUE
September
26
TUE
September
26
Trivia Mafia!
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us every Tuesday from 7pm-9pm, for the "Use your Noodle, not Google" Trivia presented by Trivia Mafia! Free to play, win beer!
WED
September
27
WED
September
27
THU
September
28
Nisswa Farmers Market!
8:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Come join us in the beautiful lakes area for the weekly Nisswa Farmers Market! We are conveniently located just off of the downtown shopping area in the American Legion parking lot. Visit us Thursdays starting mid-May through October for fresh produce ...
THU
September
28
30
2023 Crosslake Days Search for the Lost Chili Pepper
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Win a prize basket worth thousands!
THU
September
28
30
Rummage Sale at Our Saviors Lutheran Church
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Don't miss out on the Rummage Sale at Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Pequot Lakes! The sale takes place on Thursday and Friday, September 28-29th from 8AM-5PM and on Saturday, September 30th from 8AM-12PM. Lots of treasures to be found! *All free ...
THU
September
28
Farmers Market at the Northern Pacific Center
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Shop over 30 vendors, enjoy food trucks, live music and kids activities.
THU
September
28
Date Night at Roundhouse Brewery
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Looking for a new Thursday date spot? Come to Roundhouse Brewery for a date night to remember! For only $50, you can get 2 meals, 2 pints, and an hour of ax throwing! Whether it is a first date, or an escape of the normal routine, this ...
THU
September
28
WAVE Young Professionals Network: Launch Event
4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Set sail with us on Gull Lake Cruises to learn more about WAVE Young Professionals Network! Meet the Anchor Board behind WAVE, network with other young professionals, and find out how you can benefit from this new Chamber program.
THU
September
28
THU
September
28
THU
September
28
Bar Bingo at the Commander Bar
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Commander Bar Bingo every Thursday at 6:30pm — Progressive Jackpot!
THU
September
28
FRI
September
29
Lakes Area Growers Market - Baxter
8:00 AM - 12:30 PM
The Lakes Area Growers Market - Baxter is held at the Westport Shopping Center, between Pizza Hut and Keller Williams Reality, just off Highway 210. Visit us Fridays starting mid-May through October for fresh produce and other locally sourced food and ...
FRI
September
29
Live Music at Snarky Loon
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Enjoy live music at the Snarky Loon! Band details are located here: https://www.snarkyloonbrewing.com/events
SAT
September
30
2023 Crosslake Days Arts & Crafts Fair
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Calling all Crafters! Show off your talent and apply to be a part of the 2023 Crosslake Days. Please read the agreement below and submit it with payment by registering online.
SAT
September
30
2023 Crosslake Days 4th Annual Cornhole Tournament
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Champion or Family & Friends Brackets
SAT
September
30
Northern MN Railroad Trackers
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
All Aboard! Stop in to see the exhibits on display!
SAT
September
30
Sample Saturday at the Smokestack BBQ Supply Store
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Every Saturday is Sample Saturday! Come on out to our Brainerd location between 11am and 3pm to try some awesome samples using hand-picked sauces and seasonings from the store!
SAT
September
30
SAT
September
30
2023 Crosslake Days - Chili Cookoff
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
We're celebrating 35 years that Crosslake Businesses have been mixing up their special blends and this year's competition is going to be HOT, with 30 businesses vying for the Golden Ladles and bragging rights! The judges are self proclaimed ...
SAT
September
30
Bingo at Crosslake Legion
1:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Bar and kitchen open at noon with full menu. Join the Crosslake Legion for Bingo every Saturday starting at 1:30.
SAT
September
30
Live Music at Snarky Loon Brewing
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Enjoy live music at the Snarky Loon! Band details are located here: https://www.snarkyloonbrewing.com/events
SAT
September
30
2023 Crosslake Ace Hardware Street Dance
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Featuring Live Music with the TC Jammers!
SAT
September
30
Andy's Seafood Raffle Saturday
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Visit Andy's Bar & Grill for a weekly Seafood Raffle!
SAT
September
30
"Wagon Wheel" Acrylic Step by Step
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Follow along, step by step with our instructor to paint this old wagon wheel, out of use and surrounded by purple flowers
SAT
September
30
Crosslake Log Village Cider and Candlelight Tour
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Looking for something to do this fall? The Crosslake Log Village presents our 2023 Cider and Candlelight Tour Sat. Sept. 30, at 7:00pm. Enjoy a cool crisp fall evening out with your family as you stroll thru candle lit buildings & discover the past
MON
October
2
Bingo at the Brainerd VFW
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
5 pm hamburgers and 6 pm Bingo at the Brainerd VFW. Everyone welcome.
TUE
October
3
Trivia Mafia at Jack Pine Brewery
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us every Tuesday from 7pm-9pm, for the "Use your Noodle, not Google" Trivia presented by Trivia Mafia! Free to play, win beer!
TUE
October
3
Trivia Mafia!
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us every Tuesday from 7pm-9pm, for the "Use your Noodle, not Google" Trivia presented by Trivia Mafia! Free to play, win beer!
TUE
October
3
Trivia Mafia!
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us every Tuesday from 7pm-9pm, for the "Use your Noodle, not Google" Trivia presented by Trivia Mafia! Free to play, win beer!
WED
October
4
Lakes Area United Way Chili Cook-Off
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
It’s time for the annual Lakes Area United Way’s Fall Chili Cook-Off! Registration is now open if you want to join the competition! To register visit unitedwaynow.org/chili Everyone is invited to join us on Wednesday, October 4th, from ...
WED
October
4
Lakes Area United Way Chili Cook-Off
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
It’s time for the annual Lakes Area United Way’s Fall Chili Cook-Off! Competitors will be competing for your taste buds’ affection, serving their best chili dishes to you from festive booths.
WED
October
4
THU
October
5
Nisswa Farmers Market!
8:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Come join us in the beautiful lakes area for the weekly Nisswa Farmers Market! We are conveniently located just off of the downtown shopping area in the American Legion parking lot. Visit us Thursdays starting mid-May through October for fresh produce ...
THU
October
5
Date Night at Roundhouse Brewery
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Looking for a new Thursday date spot? Come to Roundhouse Brewery for a date night to remember! For only $50, you can get 2 meals, 2 pints, and an hour of ax throwing! Whether it is a first date, or an escape of the normal routine, this ...
THU
October
5
THU
October
5
Italian Wine Dinner
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Experience an incredible array of delicacies selected by our Executive Chef and wines paired by our Wine Team.
THU
October
5
Bar Bingo at the Commander Bar
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Commander Bar Bingo every Thursday at 6:30pm — Progressive Jackpot!
THU
October
5
FRI
October
6
Lakes Area Growers Market - Baxter
8:00 AM - 12:30 PM
The Lakes Area Growers Market - Baxter is held at the Westport Shopping Center, between Pizza Hut and Keller Williams Reality, just off Highway 210. Visit us Fridays starting mid-May through October for fresh produce and other locally sourced food and ...
FRI
October
6
ODB's Meat and Greet Foodtruck
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
ODB’s Meat and Greet Food Truck Company is owned by Jessie Kresa, known as pro wrestling personality, ODB.
SAT
October
7
Northern MN Railroad Trackers
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
All Aboard! Stop in to see the exhibits on display!
SAT
October
7
Sample Saturday at the Smokestack BBQ Supply Store
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Every Saturday is Sample Saturday! Come on out to our Brainerd location between 11am and 3pm to try some awesome samples using hand-picked sauces and seasonings from the store!
SAT
October
7
12th Annual Gull Lake Oktoberfest
12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Get your friends together for the ultimate German Pub Crawl around your 9 favorite Gull Lake Locations on October 7th, 2023 starting at 12pm! Tickets are $40 ($50 after October 2nd) and include a 4 oz sample of Oktoberfest beer and a sample of a ...
SAT
October
7
Bingo at Crosslake Legion
1:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Bar and kitchen open at noon with full menu. Join the Crosslake Legion for Bingo every Saturday starting at 1:30.
SAT
October
7
Leaf on Water
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Experience the soft beauty of oil paint, without the odor and mess, with water mixable oil.* Follow along, step by step to paint a maple leaf in soft, blended colors of autumn, floating on the water. 12×12 canvas. Ages 16+ encouraged ...
SAT
October
7
Andy's Seafood Raffle Saturday
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Visit Andy's Bar & Grill for a weekly Seafood Raffle!
MON
October
9
Bingo at the Brainerd VFW
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
5 pm hamburgers and 6 pm Bingo at the Brainerd VFW. Everyone welcome.
TUE
October
10
Trivia Mafia at Jack Pine Brewery
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us every Tuesday from 7pm-9pm, for the "Use your Noodle, not Google" Trivia presented by Trivia Mafia! Free to play, win beer!
TUE
October
10
Trivia Mafia!
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us every Tuesday from 7pm-9pm, for the "Use your Noodle, not Google" Trivia presented by Trivia Mafia! Free to play, win beer!
TUE
October
10
Trivia Mafia!
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us every Tuesday from 7pm-9pm, for the "Use your Noodle, not Google" Trivia presented by Trivia Mafia! Free to play, win beer!
WED
October
11
Flu Shots at Lakewood Health System
4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Staples, MN – September 22, 2023 — Lakewood Health System is offering flu shot clinics during the month of October. Clinic dates, times and locations are: • Wednesday, October 11 from 4:30 to 7 p.m. at the Pillager clinic (653 Pillsbury St. N) • ...
WED
October
11
THU
October
12
Nisswa Farmers Market!
8:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Come join us in the beautiful lakes area for the weekly Nisswa Farmers Market! We are conveniently located just off of the downtown shopping area in the American Legion parking lot. Visit us Thursdays starting mid-May through October for fresh produce ...
THU
October
12
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
12
2023 Paul's Oktoberfest Picnic (Mount Ski Gull's Annual Fall Fundraiser)
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us for Paul Bunyan’s Oktoberfest Picnic as the 2023 Mount Ski Gull Fall Fundraiser! Paul’s Picnic will be held on Thursday, October 12th, outside at Mount Ski Gull.
THU
October
12
Stress Reduction Workshop: Breathwork Ecotherapy
5:15 PM - 7:00 PM
Reduce stress and de-clutter your mind every 2nd Thursday.
THU
October
12
Guided Nature Hikes- Ecotherapy and Creative Nature Writing
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Join Darla for a walk through the woods, a talk on nature therapy practices, and/or creative nature writing. The format will change with the seasons and weather. Be prepared to take a hike outdoors if the weather is cooperative. Otherwise, indoor ...
THU
October
12
THU
October
12
Bar Bingo at the Commander Bar
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Commander Bar Bingo every Thursday at 6:30pm — Progressive Jackpot!
THU
October
12
FRI
October
13
Lakes Area Growers Market - Baxter
8:00 AM - 12:30 PM
The Lakes Area Growers Market - Baxter is held at the Westport Shopping Center, between Pizza Hut and Keller Williams Reality, just off Highway 210. Visit us Fridays starting mid-May through October for fresh produce and other locally sourced food and ...
FRI
October
13
Babinski Foundation Haunted Trail!
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Join us for our haunted trail at the Babinski Foundation Animal Shelter on October 13th and 14th from 7-10PM! This year is big with some serious scares -Be Prepared! All proceeds go towards the sheltering and rehabilitation of shelter cats and dogs.
SAT
October
14
Northern MN Railroad Trackers
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
All Aboard! Stop in to see the exhibits on display!