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
Mar
Apr
25
3
Easter Pre-Order at Knotty PineBakery
Pre-order your Easter desserts now!
Go to Knotty Pine Bakery and search the select items to pre-order for your Easter gathering or choose from the case and do a same day pick up of other items.
Click here for a list of items and order information
THU
Apr
May
1
14
Babe the Blue Ox is Moving to Pequot Lakes!
We need your help to bring Babe home to Pequot Lakes!
Nor-Son Construction has graciously donated one of their ox statues purchased in 2008 for the Brainerd Lakes Area Ox Trot to be placed in the Trailside Park next to the Pequot Lakes Chamber Welcome C
THU
April
1
COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic for select providers
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic for Food Retail Workers, Food Service Workers and Unlicensed Child Care providers on Thursday 4/1
Crow Wing County Public Health is offering a first dose COVID-19 vaccine clinic on Thursday April 1 for the following priority gro
SAT
April
3
Shop Pequot Lakes and Easter Bunny Hunt
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
This Saturday in Pequot Lakes! Please check in the businesses for their specials! Find the special bobber bunny (see picture below) in the egg and bring it to Tara at Leslie's and she will reward you with a new kids bike! Here is the list of participating
SAT
April
3
EGGStravaganza in Crosslake
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Crosslake Ideal Lions are hosting the Easter EGGStravaganza with two different ways to participate.
Egg Hunt & Games Maze
Held in the Play Area - Picnic Shelter, social distancing will be practiced.
Please register for one time slot so we can best prep
SAT
April
3
Community Egg Hunt- Trailside Center in Pequot Lakes
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Hunt will begin at 10:00AM. Everything will be outside this year. At about 9:45 you will go through a line, in your age group area, on your way to the hunt area to receive your gift. Map will be posted in discussion. The Easter bunny will be there to take
SAT
April
3
LIVE MUSIC at The Commander Restaurant and Bar
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Live music is back at JJ's Pub (lower level of The Commander Restaurant and Bar) on Saturday, April 3, from 5:00-9:00PM.
Glen Everhart - Acoustic loop artist will be playing all of your favorite acoustic and rock party songs!
SUN
April
4
Easter Brunch at Sunshine's Summerhouse
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Fresh Smoked Ham & Turkey Tenderloins, Cream Cheese Stuffed French Toast, Biscuits and Gravy, Fresh Fruit and More!
Brunch is $24.99 per person and $12.99 for Kids.
SUN
April
4
Easter Brunch at Maucieri's Bistro
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
We are open from 10-2 on Easter for take out or dine in.
Turkey or ham dinner with all the fixings and pie for 19.95
or
Prime rib dinner for 29.95.
Full menu also available.
Reservations for dine in and preorder for takeout appreciated.
218-
TUE
April
13
Business After Hours - Madden's on Gull Lake
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Join Madden's Resort on Gull Lake as they host Business After Hours on Tuesday, April 13, 2021 from 4:30 - 6:00 pm. at Wilson Bay Lodge. Guests will enjoy networking, light food sampling featuring restaurants at Madden's Resort (rotisserie chicken, BBQ rib
WED
Apr
Jul
14
4
2021 Stars & Stripes Days Fireworks in Pequot Lakes!
Thank you to all of the amazing support and contributions, we've made our $12,000 fireworks goal! Funds raised = $13,361.60 / 13.3 minutes! We will continue to accept donations to apply to the Stars & Stripes Days general fund for events that are part of
WED
April
14
Pop-Up Pantry
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Pop Up Pantry - a traveling food shelf that delivers nutritious food directly to families in need. Hosted by the Second Harvest North Central Food Bank with a priority to increase access to fresh, healthy food in every community throughout north central Mi
FRI
April
16
Skate, Hope, Love Ice Show
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Breezy Point Skating presents our 2021 ice show, Skate, Hope, Love. This event features performances from our Skate School and Club.
SAT
April
17
Skate, Hope, Love Ice Show
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Breezy Point Skating presents their 2021 ice show, Skate, Hope, Love. Event will feature performances from our Skate School and Club.
TUE
April
20
Tasha Schuh, National Speaker
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
National Speaker, Tasha Schuh, will be speaking at The Log Church. She will share her experience of a tragic theater accident that left her paralyzed from the chest down. Tasha has discovered invaluable lessons that resonate with audiences of all demogra
FRI
April
23
26
Meet the Team
Meet the team at your local BeMobile Verizon April 23rd - 26th.
Join us at BeMobile Brainerd located at 643 Washington Street NE during store hours. Enjoy refreshments while you shop and demo the latest tech.
Free Professional Set-up and Transfer on
FRI
April
23
25
Roadside Cleanup Project
Roadside Clean Up Project is underway in Crosslake and beyond!
Sue Sharenbroich is organizing groups who wish to select their area for trash pickup Fri, Sat and Sunday April 23-25. Crow Wing County Highway Department which has offered to pick up trash
FRI
April
23
2021 Miss Pequot Lakes Scholarship Pageant
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
The 2021 Miss Pequot Lakes Scholarship Program will be held Friday April 23rd at 7 PM in the Pequot Lakes High School Auditorium.
Ticket will be available for purchase at the door.
The Miss Pequot Lakes Scholarship Pageant is hosted and sponsored b
FRI
April
23
Our Flight Begins As Song - Spring 2021 virtual concert
7:00 PM - 8:15 PM
The Legacy Chorale of Greater Minnesota will be holding their Virtual Spring Concert on Friday, April 23, 2021, beginning at 7:00 PM. Entitled, “Our Flight Begins As Song,” the event will be presented on YouTube through a hybrid-streaming format. Along wi
TUE
April
27
Blue Ox Success Series: Business Financing Essentials
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Webinar: Business Financing Essentials
This session will cover the key steps in obtaining commercial financing for your business. This can be a daunting and confusing process. The goal of the session is to provide answers to questions you have and outli
TUE
April
27
Business After Hours - Lakes Proud at The District
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Show off your Lakes Proud spirit at Business After Hours! This special event is hosted in celebration of Lakes Proud and in partnership with Notch 8 Chow House and Drinkery, Loco Espress Coffee House and Boutique, Goody's Gourmet Treats, and The Smokestack
FRI
April
30
Tree Day with SKOL Food Truck
Join Forest To Tap in our taproom April 30th from 4pm-7pm they will be giving away FREE trees to plant!
As an added bonus, SKOL food will be there serving up delicious food at noon!
SAT
May
1
Nisswa Chocolate Walk
Stroll your favorite Nisswa shops while collecting artisan chocolate- and chocolate-themed treats. All event details and registration available here.
A portion of the proceeds from this event benefit our local Little Bellas Chapter in Cuyuna. Little Bel
SAT
May
1
Sip & Savor Wine Pairing Dinner with Clos Du Val Wines
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Sip & Savor with Clos Du Val Wines
Saturday, May 1st 6pm
PINOT NOIR
SMOKED SALMON CROSTINI
garlic crostini, dill yogurt cream, capers, smoked salmon, lemon and fresh dill
CABERNET SAUVIGNON
DUCK CONFIT SALAD
spring greens, blue
MON
May
3
Crosslaker Monthly Meeting
7:45 AM - 9:00 AM
Residents, Seasonal Residents and Visitors, or anyone else with a passion for Crosslake is invited to embrace the title "Crosslaker". Formed in 2016 following a study facilitated by the Minnesota Design Team, a community wish list with more than 20 initia
TUE
May
4
Business Vaccine Webinar
10:00 AM - 11:15 AM
Both Crow Wing and Cass Counties are now offering free, on-site vaccination clinics for businesses with at least 10 interested employees. For employees, this can be a convenient way to get the vaccine without missing work. For businesses, it can reduce the
FRI
May
7
8
1st Annual Downtown Spring Fling
Mom's, daughters, best friends, sisters get together and enjoy the 1st Annual Spring Fling in downtown Brainerd. This will be a fun weekend filled with shopping, dining, activities, music, and more!
Come early, stay late, and take advantage of the gre
FRI
May
7
8
2021 Brainerd Lakes Everything Expo POSTPONED
After using the Governor’s event calculator to determine the number of attendees allowed for the Everything Expo (177 / 20,000 sq feet in the main arena or 500 / capacity rating including the mezzanine and lobby), safety for exhibitors and attendees, the
SAT
May
8
NEW Attractions Debut THIS SPRING at Safari North!
NEW Attractions Debut THIS SPRING at Safari North!
Award-Winning Safari North Wildlife Park in Brainerd Unveils Expedition Safari:
10-Acres of Lions, Hyenas, Monkeys, Bison and More! Plus a New Train to Take It All In!
WHAT: Safari
SUN
May
9
Madden's Mother's Day Brunch | Dine In or Take Home
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Choose from 2 ways to celebrate Mom! Enjoy Madden’s Traditional Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet in Fairways, or order a take-home brunch for 6 to enjoy right at home.
DINE IN BRUNCH in Fairways at Madden Inn
Adults $35 | Children 4-12 $14 | Children unde
TUE
May
11
b2b Showcase
3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Let's reconnect and do business at the NEW b2b Showcase, a special members only event in the spacious Cragun's Sports Centre! Shine a spotlight on your business and show off your latest products and services. It's time to get out and network again! Enjoy
WED
May
12
Blue Ox Business Academy - 2021 Supervisor Advantage
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
A POWERFUL program to develop the skills and confidence needed to manage high-performing teams.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND:
Business owners, leaders & managers
Newly promoted supervisors
Those pursuing new ideas & techniques
2021 PROGRAM INFORMATION
THU
May
13
Gracewin Living Information Meetings
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Is home maintenance keeping you from living the way you want? MAKE A CHANGE! Gracewin Living invites you to see how the cooperative lifestyle compares.
Join us for an informational meeting to learn more about the new housing cooperative for active adu
THU
May
13
Gracewin Living Informational Meetings
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Is home maintenance keeping you from living the way you want? MAKE A CHANGE! Gracewin Living invites you to see how the cooperative lifestyle compares. Join us for an informational meeting to learn more about the new housing cooperative for active adult
FRI
May
14
Drive By Brats - Crosslake Light Up the Dam
11:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Drive-By-Brats Sponsored by Light Up the Dam
Like the Lights? Eat a Brat!
The Crosslake Light Up the Dam committee is serving up hot grilled brats to your car! 100% of the proceeds will be used to provide seasonal lighting displays on the Dam.
Drive b
FRI
May
14
Burgers & Brews with Bemidji Brewing Company
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
5 COURSE PAIRING EXPERIENCE
FRIDAY, MAY 14TH 7PM
$55 PER PERSON - Reservations Required
German Blonde
Salmon Cake Slider
Red Pepper Aioli - Arugula
Lemon Dill Pita Chips
Red X
NY Strip Slider
Gorgonzola Creamed Spinach - Caramelized Onions
St
SAT
May
15
2021 Crosslake Ideal Lions Flea Market
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Crosslake Ideal Lions Club Flea Market
You'll find all kinds of treasures at the summer Crosslake Ideal Lions Flea Market! Held the 3rd Saturday monthly from 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. More than 30 vendors offer something for everyone!
SAT
May
15
SAT
May
15
Ruttger's Resort Morel Hunt & Class
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Ruttger's is partnering with Gentleman Forager to bring a fun, unique experience to the Brainerd Lakes Area!
Join us May 15th, 2021 from 10am to 5pm and learn to positively identify four species of delicious Minnesota mushrooms: morel, puffball, bla
SAT
May
15
Pequot Lakes Block Party Fishing Opener 2021
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
The deals are biting in Pequot Lakes for opening fishing! Businesses are casting out deals all day on Saturday, May 15th! Shopping cards need to be dropped off at Leslie's BEFORE 3PM to be entered for the drawing.
MON
May
17
Sex Trafficking Awareness - Know the Signs
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
FREE Event. No RSVP needed.
LAPS will be hosting a free event presented by Kate LePage from Safe Harbor. She will be speaking on Sex Trafficking in MN. Topics include:
Who and what to look for?
What are some of the issues we
FRI
May
21
Wear Your Life Jacket to Work Day
Wear Your Life Jacket to Work Day!
ALL DAY!
Get caught wearing your life jacket for a chance to win a water safety themed prize!
SAT
May
22
Pine River Dam Tour
2:00 PM
Have you ever wondered how a Dam works or how it was built? Join your favorite Rangers on an exclusive tour of our very own Pine River Dam! A great tour for people of all ages! Meet at the Pavilion by the Office to begin your tour!
TUE
May
25
Protect Your Identity: Free Shred Days
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Protect Your Identity: Free Shred Days May 25 & June 4 at Mid Minnesota Federal Credit Union
Mid Minnesota Federal Credit Union is hosting free Community Shred Days at our Baxter and Pequot Lakes Offices on May 25 and Brainerd Office on June 4.
TUE
May
25
Protect Your Identity: Free Shred Days
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Protect Your Identity: Free Shred Days May 25 & June 4 at Mid Minnesota Federal Credit Union
Mid Minnesota Federal Credit Union is hosting free Community Shred Days at our Baxter and Pequot Lakes Offices on May 25 and Brainerd Office on June 4.
TUE
May
25
Business After Hours - Cragun's and Gull Lake Cruises
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Join Cragun's Resort and Gull Lake Cruises as they host Business After Hours on Tuesday, May 25, 2021 from 4:30 - 6:00 pm. Attendees will enjoy their newly renovated pool area, poolside lodge rooms and the Gull Lake Cruise yacht. Complimentary heavy appeti
FRI
May
28
29
Memorial Day Celebration
Schedule of Events:
Friday-
Smokey Jakes BBQ 12pm
PCR Live on the Patio 6pm-8pm
Saturday-
Auntie M's Gluten Free Food Truck 12pm
Dos Guys Live on the Patio 3pm-6pm
SAT
May
29
2021 Crosslake Original Flea Markets
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
The Original Crosslake Flea Market is back for another summer in Crosslake. It will be held outdoors on the grounds of the Mission of the Cross Lutheran Church on three Saturdays, May 29, July 3 and Sept. 4, 2021.
It’s a great place to meet your nei
SAT
May
29
Paws on the Patio
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Paws on the Patio at Billy's Bar & Grill of Breezy Point from noon - 4:00PM on Saturday, May 29. 100% of the proceeds go to The Babinski Foundation.
Live Music by Kevin Wright from 1:00-4:00PM
Adoptable Pets
$5 Bobby's Burger Basket
$10 Pizza (14" -
SUN
May
30
2021 Memorial Day Service - Crosslake Lutheran Church
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Crosslake Lutheran Church will host a community observance of Memorial Day at 10 am on Sunday, May 30th, at the Outdoor Worship Center. This years speaker will be Cpt. Gail Smith ASAR-Army Nurse Corps on the 30th Anniversary of Desert Storm. Captain Smit
MON
May
31
Memorial Day Service - Pinewood Cemetery Crosslake
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
The Crosslake Memorial Day ceremony, led by the Crosslake Fifty Lakes American Legion Post #500 will take place at the Crosslake Pinewood Cemetery. The Crosslake Fire Department will participate with its new 78-foot ladder truck displaying a large America
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Easter Pre-Order at Knotty PineBakery
Pre-order your Easter desserts now! Go to Knotty Pine Bakery and search the select items to pre-order for your Easter gathering or choose from the case and do a same day pick up of other items. Click here for a list of items and order information
Babe the Blue Ox is Moving to Pequot Lakes!
We need your help to bring Babe home to Pequot Lakes! Nor-Son Construction has graciously donated one of their ox statues purchased in 2008 for the Brainerd Lakes Area Ox Trot to be placed in the Trailside Park next to the Pequot Lakes Chamber Welcome C
COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic for select providers
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic for Food Retail Workers, Food Service Workers and Unlicensed Child Care providers on Thursday 4/1 Crow Wing County Public Health is offering a first dose COVID-19 vaccine clinic on Thursday April 1 for the following priority gro
Shop Pequot Lakes and Easter Bunny Hunt
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
This Saturday in Pequot Lakes! Please check in the businesses for their specials! Find the special bobber bunny (see picture below) in the egg and bring it to Tara at Leslie's and she will reward you with a new kids bike! Here is the list of participating
EGGStravaganza in Crosslake
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Crosslake Ideal Lions are hosting the Easter EGGStravaganza with two different ways to participate. Egg Hunt & Games Maze Held in the Play Area - Picnic Shelter, social distancing will be practiced. Please register for one time slot so we can best prep
Community Egg Hunt- Trailside Center in Pequot Lakes
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Hunt will begin at 10:00AM. Everything will be outside this year. At about 9:45 you will go through a line, in your age group area, on your way to the hunt area to receive your gift. Map will be posted in discussion. The Easter bunny will be there to take
LIVE MUSIC at The Commander Restaurant and Bar
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Live music is back at JJ's Pub (lower level of The Commander Restaurant and Bar) on Saturday, April 3, from 5:00-9:00PM. Glen Everhart - Acoustic loop artist will be playing all of your favorite acoustic and rock party songs!
Easter Brunch at Sunshine's Summerhouse
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Fresh Smoked Ham & Turkey Tenderloins, Cream Cheese Stuffed French Toast, Biscuits and Gravy, Fresh Fruit and More! Brunch is $24.99 per person and $12.99 for Kids.
Easter Brunch at Maucieri's Bistro
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
We are open from 10-2 on Easter for take out or dine in. Turkey or ham dinner with all the fixings and pie for 19.95 or Prime rib dinner for 29.95. Full menu also available. Reservations for dine in and preorder for takeout appreciated. 218-
Business After Hours - Madden's on Gull Lake
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Join Madden's Resort on Gull Lake as they host Business After Hours on Tuesday, April 13, 2021 from 4:30 - 6:00 pm. at Wilson Bay Lodge. Guests will enjoy networking, light food sampling featuring restaurants at Madden's Resort (rotisserie chicken, BBQ rib
2021 Stars & Stripes Days Fireworks in Pequot Lakes!
Thank you to all of the amazing support and contributions, we've made our $12,000 fireworks goal! Funds raised = $13,361.60 / 13.3 minutes! We will continue to accept donations to apply to the Stars & Stripes Days general fund for events that are part of
Pop-Up Pantry
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Pop Up Pantry - a traveling food shelf that delivers nutritious food directly to families in need. Hosted by the Second Harvest North Central Food Bank with a priority to increase access to fresh, healthy food in every community throughout north central Mi
Skate, Hope, Love Ice Show
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Breezy Point Skating presents our 2021 ice show, Skate, Hope, Love. This event features performances from our Skate School and Club.
Skate, Hope, Love Ice Show
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Breezy Point Skating presents their 2021 ice show, Skate, Hope, Love. Event will feature performances from our Skate School and Club.
Tasha Schuh, National Speaker
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
National Speaker, Tasha Schuh, will be speaking at The Log Church. She will share her experience of a tragic theater accident that left her paralyzed from the chest down. Tasha has discovered invaluable lessons that resonate with audiences of all demogra
Meet the Team
Meet the team at your local BeMobile Verizon April 23rd - 26th. Join us at BeMobile Brainerd located at 643 Washington Street NE during store hours. Enjoy refreshments while you shop and demo the latest tech. Free Professional Set-up and Transfer on
Roadside Cleanup Project
Roadside Clean Up Project is underway in Crosslake and beyond! Sue Sharenbroich is organizing groups who wish to select their area for trash pickup Fri, Sat and Sunday April 23-25. Crow Wing County Highway Department which has offered to pick up trash
2021 Miss Pequot Lakes Scholarship Pageant
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
The 2021 Miss Pequot Lakes Scholarship Program will be held Friday April 23rd at 7 PM in the Pequot Lakes High School Auditorium. Ticket will be available for purchase at the door. The Miss Pequot Lakes Scholarship Pageant is hosted and sponsored b
Our Flight Begins As Song - Spring 2021 virtual concert
7:00 PM - 8:15 PM
The Legacy Chorale of Greater Minnesota will be holding their Virtual Spring Concert on Friday, April 23, 2021, beginning at 7:00 PM. Entitled, “Our Flight Begins As Song,” the event will be presented on YouTube through a hybrid-streaming format. Along wi
Blue Ox Success Series: Business Financing Essentials
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Webinar: Business Financing Essentials This session will cover the key steps in obtaining commercial financing for your business. This can be a daunting and confusing process. The goal of the session is to provide answers to questions you have and outli
Business After Hours - Lakes Proud at The District
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Show off your Lakes Proud spirit at Business After Hours! This special event is hosted in celebration of Lakes Proud and in partnership with Notch 8 Chow House and Drinkery, Loco Espress Coffee House and Boutique, Goody's Gourmet Treats, and The Smokestack
Tree Day with SKOL Food Truck
Join Forest To Tap in our taproom April 30th from 4pm-7pm they will be giving away FREE trees to plant! As an added bonus, SKOL food will be there serving up delicious food at noon!
Nisswa Chocolate Walk
Stroll your favorite Nisswa shops while collecting artisan chocolate- and chocolate-themed treats. All event details and registration available here. A portion of the proceeds from this event benefit our local Little Bellas Chapter in Cuyuna. Little Bel
Sip & Savor Wine Pairing Dinner with Clos Du Val Wines
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Sip & Savor with Clos Du Val Wines Saturday, May 1st 6pm PINOT NOIR SMOKED SALMON CROSTINI garlic crostini, dill yogurt cream, capers, smoked salmon, lemon and fresh dill CABERNET SAUVIGNON DUCK CONFIT SALAD spring greens, blue
Crosslaker Monthly Meeting
7:45 AM - 9:00 AM
Residents, Seasonal Residents and Visitors, or anyone else with a passion for Crosslake is invited to embrace the title "Crosslaker". Formed in 2016 following a study facilitated by the Minnesota Design Team, a community wish list with more than 20 initia
Business Vaccine Webinar
10:00 AM - 11:15 AM
Both Crow Wing and Cass Counties are now offering free, on-site vaccination clinics for businesses with at least 10 interested employees. For employees, this can be a convenient way to get the vaccine without missing work. For businesses, it can reduce the
1st Annual Downtown Spring Fling
Mom's, daughters, best friends, sisters get together and enjoy the 1st Annual Spring Fling in downtown Brainerd. This will be a fun weekend filled with shopping, dining, activities, music, and more! Come early, stay late, and take advantage of the gre
2021 Brainerd Lakes Everything Expo POSTPONED
After using the Governor’s event calculator to determine the number of attendees allowed for the Everything Expo (177 / 20,000 sq feet in the main arena or 500 / capacity rating including the mezzanine and lobby), safety for exhibitors and attendees, the
NEW Attractions Debut THIS SPRING at Safari North!
NEW Attractions Debut THIS SPRING at Safari North! Award-Winning Safari North Wildlife Park in Brainerd Unveils Expedition Safari: 10-Acres of Lions, Hyenas, Monkeys, Bison and More! Plus a New Train to Take It All In! WHAT: Safari
Madden's Mother's Day Brunch | Dine In or Take Home
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Choose from 2 ways to celebrate Mom! Enjoy Madden’s Traditional Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet in Fairways, or order a take-home brunch for 6 to enjoy right at home. DINE IN BRUNCH in Fairways at Madden Inn Adults $35 | Children 4-12 $14 | Children unde
b2b Showcase
3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Let's reconnect and do business at the NEW b2b Showcase, a special members only event in the spacious Cragun's Sports Centre! Shine a spotlight on your business and show off your latest products and services. It's time to get out and network again! Enjoy
Blue Ox Business Academy - 2021 Supervisor Advantage
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
A POWERFUL program to develop the skills and confidence needed to manage high-performing teams. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Business owners, leaders & managers Newly promoted supervisors Those pursuing new ideas & techniques 2021 PROGRAM INFORMATION
Gracewin Living Information Meetings
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Is home maintenance keeping you from living the way you want? MAKE A CHANGE! Gracewin Living invites you to see how the cooperative lifestyle compares. Join us for an informational meeting to learn more about the new housing cooperative for active adu
Gracewin Living Informational Meetings
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Is home maintenance keeping you from living the way you want? MAKE A CHANGE! Gracewin Living invites you to see how the cooperative lifestyle compares. Join us for an informational meeting to learn more about the new housing cooperative for active adult
Drive By Brats - Crosslake Light Up the Dam
11:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Drive-By-Brats Sponsored by Light Up the Dam Like the Lights? Eat a Brat! The Crosslake Light Up the Dam committee is serving up hot grilled brats to your car! 100% of the proceeds will be used to provide seasonal lighting displays on the Dam. Drive b
Burgers & Brews with Bemidji Brewing Company
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
5 COURSE PAIRING EXPERIENCE FRIDAY, MAY 14TH 7PM $55 PER PERSON - Reservations Required German Blonde Salmon Cake Slider Red Pepper Aioli - Arugula Lemon Dill Pita Chips Red X NY Strip Slider Gorgonzola Creamed Spinach - Caramelized Onions St
2021 Crosslake Ideal Lions Flea Market
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Crosslake Ideal Lions Club Flea Market You'll find all kinds of treasures at the summer Crosslake Ideal Lions Flea Market! Held the 3rd Saturday monthly from 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. More than 30 vendors offer something for everyone!
Ruttger's Resort Morel Hunt & Class
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Ruttger's is partnering with Gentleman Forager to bring a fun, unique experience to the Brainerd Lakes Area! Join us May 15th, 2021 from 10am to 5pm and learn to positively identify four species of delicious Minnesota mushrooms: morel, puffball, bla
Pequot Lakes Block Party Fishing Opener 2021
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
The deals are biting in Pequot Lakes for opening fishing! Businesses are casting out deals all day on Saturday, May 15th! Shopping cards need to be dropped off at Leslie's BEFORE 3PM to be entered for the drawing.
Sex Trafficking Awareness - Know the Signs
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
FREE Event. No RSVP needed. LAPS will be hosting a free event presented by Kate LePage from Safe Harbor. She will be speaking on Sex Trafficking in MN. Topics include: Who and what to look for? What are some of the issues we
Wear Your Life Jacket to Work Day
Wear Your Life Jacket to Work Day! ALL DAY! Get caught wearing your life jacket for a chance to win a water safety themed prize!
Pine River Dam Tour
2:00 PM
Have you ever wondered how a Dam works or how it was built? Join your favorite Rangers on an exclusive tour of our very own Pine River Dam! A great tour for people of all ages! Meet at the Pavilion by the Office to begin your tour!
Protect Your Identity: Free Shred Days
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Protect Your Identity: Free Shred Days May 25 & June 4 at Mid Minnesota Federal Credit Union Mid Minnesota Federal Credit Union is hosting free Community Shred Days at our Baxter and Pequot Lakes Offices on May 25 and Brainerd Office on June 4.
Protect Your Identity: Free Shred Days
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Protect Your Identity: Free Shred Days May 25 & June 4 at Mid Minnesota Federal Credit Union Mid Minnesota Federal Credit Union is hosting free Community Shred Days at our Baxter and Pequot Lakes Offices on May 25 and Brainerd Office on June 4.
Business After Hours - Cragun's and Gull Lake Cruises
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Join Cragun's Resort and Gull Lake Cruises as they host Business After Hours on Tuesday, May 25, 2021 from 4:30 - 6:00 pm. Attendees will enjoy their newly renovated pool area, poolside lodge rooms and the Gull Lake Cruise yacht. Complimentary heavy appeti
Memorial Day Celebration
Schedule of Events: Friday- Smokey Jakes BBQ 12pm PCR Live on the Patio 6pm-8pm Saturday- Auntie M's Gluten Free Food Truck 12pm Dos Guys Live on the Patio 3pm-6pm
2021 Crosslake Original Flea Markets
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
The Original Crosslake Flea Market is back for another summer in Crosslake. It will be held outdoors on the grounds of the Mission of the Cross Lutheran Church on three Saturdays, May 29, July 3 and Sept. 4, 2021. It’s a great place to meet your nei
Paws on the Patio
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Paws on the Patio at Billy's Bar & Grill of Breezy Point from noon - 4:00PM on Saturday, May 29. 100% of the proceeds go to The Babinski Foundation. Live Music by Kevin Wright from 1:00-4:00PM Adoptable Pets $5 Bobby's Burger Basket $10 Pizza (14" -
2021 Memorial Day Service - Crosslake Lutheran Church
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Crosslake Lutheran Church will host a community observance of Memorial Day at 10 am on Sunday, May 30th, at the Outdoor Worship Center. This years speaker will be Cpt. Gail Smith ASAR-Army Nurse Corps on the 30th Anniversary of Desert Storm. Captain Smit
Memorial Day Service - Pinewood Cemetery Crosslake
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
The Crosslake Memorial Day ceremony, led by the Crosslake Fifty Lakes American Legion Post #500 will take place at the Crosslake Pinewood Cemetery. The Crosslake Fire Department will participate with its new 78-foot ladder truck displaying a large America