Events

At the Heart of Every Family Tradition Lies a Great Experience Worth Repeating

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.

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Jul Aug
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2019 Fair Dates: July 30 - August 3 (Schedule Subject to Change) The Crow Wing County Fair is an annual event held in Brainerd, MN every summer. The Brainerd fair is packed with family and adult activities including a full midway, grand

THU
August
1
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Come enjoy a beautiful lunch on the waters of one of the most popular lakes in Central Minnesota. A wonderful lunch of sandwiches, Fresh salad, seasonal fresh fruit, chips along with a homemade cookie or bar. Beverages are available for purchase along with

THU
August
1
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Welcome Aboard! Join the Captain and crew on our Pizza Party cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices along with interesting and fun narration from the Captain and fun trivia questions for all to. This cruise includes a pizza buffet and fresh garden salad al

THU
August
1
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Serving up some classic smoked chicken thighs and drummies, summer slaw with seasoned chips! Come support your favorite local musicians at Open Mic Night (7:00) and get your beer and bbq fix ;-)

THU
August
1
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Grand View Lodge’s 4th Annual Summer Concert Series is sponsored by Hubbard Broadcasting and Tito’s Vodka! The Summer Concert Series will be on the driving range at the Pines Golf Course. Enjoy live music by Fabulous Armadillos & Collective Unconscious-Tak

THU
August
1
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Grand View Lodge’s 4th Annual Summer Concert Series is sponsored by Hubbard Broadcasting and Tito’s Handmade Vodka! The Summer Concert Series will be on the driving range at the Pines Golf Course. Enjoy live music by Fabulous Armadillos & Collective Uncons

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August
2
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Kicks on Route 66 offers this “Camper” painting class with Mary Wolfe. All supplies are included for this 11”x 14” acrylic on canvas. No experience is necessary, so bring your friends, your own refreshments, and spend a few hours with us. Please RSVP by 4p

FRI
August
2
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Kicks on Route 66 offers a painting class with Mary Wolke. All supplies are included for this 11”x 14”, acrylic on canvas, of a Camper in the pine trees. No experience is necessary, so bring your friends, your own refreshments, and spend a couple of hours

FRI
August
2
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Crosslake Area Library Book Sale Hundreds of books on sale with all proceeds going to support the Crosslake Area Library

FRI
August
2
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Dodgeball! Pizza! Smoothies! Fun!!!! Kiddos ages 5+ are invited to come out and have a BLAST! Reservations required & space is limited- Call 218.568.8080 or go to www.TheYardPL.com (Chose Clinic registration - log in or create account - chose Schedul

FRI
August
2
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

7 p.m. – Doors open at NP Center Event Space, cash bar 8 p.m. – Program and performance A hotsy-totsy evening for flappers on the go! Your ticket will include: Pre-concert cocktail hour (cash bar) with our 60-person orchestra 2019 s

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August
3

12th Annual Chokecherry Festival SATURDAY, AUGUST 3RD, 2019! PEQUOT LAKES   The first Saturday in August marks the 12th Annual Chokecherry Festival in Pequot Lakes and it’s scheduled for August 3rd, 2019. From the Chokecherry culinary contest, pi

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August
3
8:30 AM - 1:00 PM

The Crosslake Recreation Area will host a free youth fishing derby for kids age 14 and under. Participants must be at the main boat launch by 8:30 a.m. to register. There will be educational programs at 9:00 a.m. followed by fishing at 10:00 a.m. The child

SAT
August
3
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Kicks on Route 66 offers a beginning drawing class with Eileen Kulseth. All supplies are included for this 9”x 12”, pencil on paper, drawing class. No experience is necessary for those of you who would like to grow in confidence in your drawing ability. Yo

SAT
August
3
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Crosslake Area Library Book Sale Hundreds of books on sale with all proceeds going to support the Crosslake Area Library

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August
3
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Meet Minneapolis artists from Groovy Grains Inc. & Lippie's Little Luxuries. Handmade woodworking items and artisan natural stone jewelry.  Place custom orders on woodworking engraving and tailored jewelry.  Get your Fall fashion boots and meet Dan Post, D

SAT
August
3
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Join the Captain and crew on our Happy Hour and Sightseeing cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, interesting and fun narration from the captain, and trivia. This is a 2 hour cruise on beautiful Gull Lake with all the wonderful lake sounds and sights. We

SAT
August
3
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Join the Captain and crew on our Happy Hour and Sightseeing cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, interesting and fun narration from the captain, and trivia. This is a 2 hour cruise on beautiful Gull Lake with all the wonderful lake sounds and sights. We

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August
3
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Pequot Lakes Third Annual Street Dance, new location! On Patriot Avenue next to Pestello’s Pequot Pub! Bean Bag Tournament 6 to 7, Wyld Ryce Band 7 to 10, and Backpack Cash Raffles! Beer Garden serving a variety of beers, including an IPA, Food availab

SAT
August
3
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Join us for a two hour dinner cruise on beautiful Gull Lake! Enjoy a wonderful dinner along with light narration and trivia of Gull Lake. Dinner includes Chefs choice, two entree choices along with fresh salad, vegetable, potato or rice, fresh baked bread

SAT
August
3
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM

A 2 mile journey through the Nordic Ridge Recreation area that will present a variety of fun and challenging adventures (emphasis on fun). You will conquer walls, slippery valleys, test your skills in archery, complete a kayak course and crawl through the

SAT
August
3
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Edwin Outwater, conductor Johannes Brahms: Symphony No. 1 Johannes Brahms was in his forties when he finally completed his first symphony. New to LAMF this year, our Symphony 101 program will feature Conductor Edwin Outwater leading the audience thr

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August
3
9:00 PM - 11:00 PM

A family friendly movie will be projected onto a big screen. Watch the movie on blankets, or chairs. Popcorn and candy will be sold. Drinks will also be available. DIRTY DANCING Saturday, August 3 at 9 p.m. A restless teenage girl find summer love

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August
4
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Welcome to our Brunch on the water. We offer a selection of breakfast items such as fluffy scrambled eggs, chefs choice egg bake, smoked bacon or ham and sausage, homemade french toast and maple syrup, fried potatoes, fresh fruit, fresh Citrus salad. Compl

SUN
August
4
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Concert for Kids I GOT RHYTHM!  Edwin Outwater, conductor Our annual family concert invites audiences of any age to experience the joy of rhythm. Boogie with Beethoven and groove with Gershwin! After the concert, participate in our instrument petting zoo

SUN
August
4
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

The Brainerd Ski Loons will be performing a FREE water ski show at Lum Park! Come and watch human ski pyramids, ski jumpers, bare foot skiers , and skiers being pulled 360 degrees around the boat! This event is great fun for the whole family. Concessions w

MON
August
5 9
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

We love our Community and Clients! Come join us for a FREE Community Appreciation Week. Sidewalk Sale, Food, Vendors and Give Aways! Monday Events: SpanAm; 10am-3pm Cheese and wine; 4pm-5pm Meet the owner, Gretchen Rogers Tuesday Events: CPAP Dem

MON
August
5
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Join the Captain and crew on our Sightseeing/Appetizer 2 hour cruise. Enjoy interesting and fun narration with local trivia from the captain. Enjoy a light buffet of assorted appetizers while cruising beautiful Gull Lake with all the wonderful lake sounds

TUE
August
6

Shift from racing fan to a real racecar driver during the BIR Performance Driving School. Our instructors will teach you the fundamentals of high-performance driving and then send you out onto BIR’s road course where you can use your own car or one of the

TUE
August
6
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Its a Double Bubble Tuesday Happy Hour live music, sun and fun kind of cruise! Join Joe Mcgown the Captain and crew for a great day on the water. Joe will kick it up with great tunes from all your favorites including, Van Morrison, Jimmy Buffet, Keith Urb

TUE
August
6
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Join us for a fun filled night that supports our local Police!! ALL profits will go to the Pequot Lakes Police Department Many fun things going on in the park for the kids that night!

TUE
August
6
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Join us for a two hour dinner cruise on beautiful Gull Lake! Enjoy a wonderful dinner along with light narration and trivia of Gull Lake.  Dinner includes two entree choices along with salad, vegetable, potatoes or rice, fresh baked bread and a dessert. C

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August
7
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Our 2019 Community Celebration will be held Wednesday, August 7th from 12:00 - 6:00 PM. Everyone is invited to attend Cygneture Title Solutions' 3rd Annual Community Celebration with great food, games, bouncy house, fun for all ages and prizes!! This

WED
August
7
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Come join us at The Center for a 4 hour celebration! We have music, tours of the building, prizes, appetizers, cake, and donuts! We'll also have the kitchen open for you to come make donuts with us! This is an event you DON'T want to miss!

WED
August
7
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Claude Debussy: Syrinx Sonora Slocum, flute Jules Massenet: Poeme d’avril Zachary Wilder, tenor Mary Box, piano Ernest Chausson: Concerto for Violin, Piano, and String Quartet Jonathan Magness, violin Tanya Gabrielian, piano The freshness of Fre

WED
August
7
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM

After each of our evening performances, we keep the celebration going at Prairie Bay in Baxter! Enjoy a gourmet menu and relive your favorite moments from our concerts, all while making connections with our amazing musicians. Following evening performance

THU
August
8
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Success Series: Build a Customer First- Website that Supports Sales and Operations Who Should Attend: Business Owners and Managers Marketing Professionals Non-Profit Organizations About This Session: Most small businesses have a hard

THU
August
8
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Crosslake Art Club's 35th Annual Art Show and Sale, is August 8-10, from 10 am - 5 pm at the Crosslake Community Center. Over 50 local artists will display and sell their original art work in oil, watercolor, collage, pastel, pottery and jewelry.

THU
August
8
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Come enjoy a beautiful lunch on the waters of one of the most popular lakes in Central Minnesota. A wonderful lunch of sandwiches, salad, chips along with a homemade cookie or bar. Beverages are available for purchase along with a full bar aboard our beaut

THU
August
8
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

FREE FAMILY EVENT Come have fun with your local heroes! We will have fire, military, helicopter, and police to visit with, all of their vehicles to explore and face painting!

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August
8
1:15 PM - 4:15 PM

New Student Registration Session for all programs Sign up online at: http://www.clcmn.edu/registration/, or walk in registrations are always welcome!  Please feel free to contact us at 218-855-8000 or email us at askclc@clcmn.edu with questions.

THU
August
8
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

For more than 11 years Lake Country Crafts & Cones has been hosting an annual ice cream eating contest!  With categories for all ages, it's not just the kids who dive into the bowls to compete.

THU
August
8
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Kicks on Route 66 offers a clay Class with Laura Lynn Kotsmith. All supplies are included for this 8”x 9” heart shape ceramic Platter. No experience is necessary, so bring your friends, your own refreshments, and spend a couple of hours with us. Please RSV

FRI
August
9 10
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Join us in downtown Nisswa for CRAZY DAYS! This is the 2 day annual event where merchants put merchandise on sale at ridiculous bargains. Tents will be out on the street... some stores open at 8 am; others open at 10:00am.  August 9th from 8:00am to 5:0

FRI
August
9
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Crosslake Art Club's 35th Annual Art Show and Sale, is August 8-10, from 10 am - 5 pm at the Crosslake Community Center. Over 50 local artists will display and sell their original art work in oil, watercolor, collage, pastel, pottery and jewelry.

FRI
August
9
11:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Sign up now for the 28th annual Deerwood Open Golf Scramble on Friday, August 9th at Cuyuna Rolling Hills Golf Course. This 4-person team scramble is hosted by Cuyuna Rolling Hills and includes golf/cart/range/dinner/ and prizes. The first place team will

FRI
August
9
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Welcome aboard! Let’s Party! It's back to the beach with brats on the grill and live music! 3 hour live Island music with Bruce Neuman and Tiki D!! Margarita and summer time fun cocktail specials flowing at the bar. Island style brats for snacking (first

SAT
August
10
7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

?Crosslake Firefighters host their Annual Pig Roast & Classic and Custom Car Show.  Come and see the Crosslake Fire Department and equipment, visit with local firefighters to learn more about the services provided.  Fun for the whole family with Fire Truck

SAT
August
10
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Saturday, August 10:  The Northwoods Art and Book Festival will feature artists, authors and author presentations in the Hackensack Community Building, Union Congregational Church, and along Lake Avenue East.  The 2019 festival will be “bigger, better and

SAT
August
10
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

This event offers the opportunity to meet & greet your local first responders, the men and women that are there to protect and serve every day to keep our communities safe. This event we will have exhibits and activities throughout the day. While raisi

SAT
August
10
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Camp Knutson Quilt Auction Join us at the Annual Camp Knutson Quilt Auction! The quilt viewing and silent auction begin at 9 a.m. and the live auction will begin at 12 noon. Refreshments will be available. Bring your family and friends for a fun day at Ca

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August
10 11
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

!!! MUSEUM IN MOTION !!! Join Paul Bunyan Land at This Old Farm Pioneer Days. Includes; All Rides and Attractions at the Amusement Park, Petting Barn, Pioneer Village, Daily Parades, Vendors, Tractor Exhibit and skill driving, Single Cylinder Gas Eng

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August
10
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Crosslake Art Club's 35th Annual Art Show and Sale, is August 8-10, from 10 am - 5 pm at the Crosslake Community Center. Over 50 local artists will display and sell their original art work in oil, watercolor, collage, pastel, pottery and jewelry.

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August
10
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

We are the Minnesota Brewery Running Series and we run for beer! Join us at Roundhouse Brewing on Saturday Aug 10th @ 10AM** for a 5k-ish course that starts and ends at this awesome brewery!! Weave through the surrounding area at whatever pace you

SAT
August
10
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

We have tons of fun for the family and yer mateys from photos with our fun photo props to eye patches and lost treasure hunt. Join the Captain and crew on a fun filled 2 hour cruise with squid legs (hot dogs) on the grill, a mermaid and sailors favorite al

SAT
August
10
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Join the Captain and crew on our Happy Hour and Sightseeing cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, interesting and fun narration from the captain, and trivia. This is a 2 hour cruise on beautiful Gull Lake with all the wonderful lake sounds and sights. We

SAT
August
10
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

MUSIC. LAKE. FRIENDS. Enjoy great live music on the shores of beautiful Bay Lake. Summer doesn’t get any better than this. Free for resort guests. $5 for the general public. General admission seating available, or you can bring your lawn chair. Food and

SAT
August
10
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Join us for a two hour dinner cruise on beautiful Gull Lake! Enjoy a wonderful dinner along with light narration and trivia of Gull Lake.  Dinner includes two entree choices along with salad, vegetable, potatoes or rice, fresh baked bread and a dessert. C

SAT
August
10
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Igor Stravinsky: Danses concertantes Reinaldo Moya: Vestida de Mar (Dressed in the Sea) [World Premiere] Francesca Anderegg, violin John Adams: Shaker Loops Featuring dance partner House of Makers The Lakes Area Music Festival’s first world-pr

SAT
August
10
9:00 PM - 10:00 PM

After each of our evening performances, we keep the celebration going at Prairie Bay in Baxter! Enjoy a gourmet menu and relive your favorite moments from our concerts, all while making connections with our amazing musicians. Following evening performance

SUN
August
11
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Welcome to our Brunch on the water. We offer a selection of breakfast items such as fluffy scrambled eggs, chefs choice egg bake, smoked bacon or ham and sausage, homemade french toast and maple syrup, fried potatoes, fresh fruit, fresh Citrus salad. Compl

SUN
August
11
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

We’re inviting you to join us on Sunday, August 11 to honor the memory of Dru Sjodin, a local Pequot Lakes girl, whose life was tragically taken in 2003. By playing in this event you will help support two important causes that positively impact the lives o

SUN
August
11
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Igor Stravinsky: Danses concertantes Reinaldo Moya: Vestida de Mar (Dressed in the Sea) [World Premiere] Francesca Anderegg, violin John Adams: Shaker Loops Featuring dance partner House of Makers The Lakes Area Music Festival’s first world-pr

SUN
August
11
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

The Brainerd Ski Loons will be performing a FREE water ski show at Lum Park! Come and watch human ski pyramids, ski jumpers, bare foot skiers, and skiers being pulled 360 degrees around the boat! This event is great fun for the whole family. Concessions wi

MON
August
12

Crosslake Town Square merchants are hosting CRAZY DAYS!  Two days of sidewalk sales, in-store specials and good deals galore!  Monday & Tuesday, August 12-13, 2019 Participating merchants include: Encompassing Beauty Lakes Area Gallery & Frame Shoppe P

MON
August
12
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Special Government Affairs Luncheon: Enbridge Update & Business Opportunities   11:30 to 1:00 | Monday, August 12th CTC Room, Brainerd Lakes Chamber of Commerce   Join the Chamber’s Government Affairs Committee for a complimentary luncheon with Enbri

MON
August
12
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Join the Captain and crew on our Sightseeing/Appetizer cruise. Enjoy interesting and fun narration with local trivia from the captain. A Buffet of fabulous Appetizers provided. This is a 2 hour cruise on beautiful Gull Lake with all the wonderful lake soun

TUE
August
13

Crosslake Town Square merchants are hosting CRAZY DAYS!  Two days of sidewalk sales, in-store specials and good deals galore!  Monday & Tuesday, August 12-13, 2019 Participating merchants include: Encompassing Beauty Lakes Area Gallery & Frame Shoppe P

TUE
August
13
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Come enjoy a beautiful lunch on the waters of one of the most popular lakes in Central Minnesota. A wonderful lunch of sandwiches, salad, chips along with a homemade cookie or bar. Beverages are available for purchase along with a full bar aboard our beaut

TUE
August
13
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

Join Encompassing Beauty as they host Business After Hours on Tuesday, August 13, 2019 from 4:30 – 6:00 PM at their location in Crosslake. Enjoy light appetizers provided by the host: meat, cheese, and cracker tray with pickles and olives. Also served will

TUE
August
13
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Join us for a two hour dinner cruise on beautiful Gull Lake! Enjoy a wonderful dinner along with light narration and trivia of Gull Lake. Dinner includes Chefs choice, two entree choices along with fresh salad, vegetable, potato or rice, fresh baked bread

WED
August
14
7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

The Brainerd Lakes Chamber and Grand Casino Mille Lacs (Major Sponsor) invite Chamber members to participate in the 30th Annual Chamber Golf Tournament & Fundraiser on Wednesday, August 14, 2019 at The Pines at Grand View Lodge. This is a great day of netw

WED
August
14
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Ideal Township Fire Department invites you to join them at the annual Ideal Beef Feed.  Come rain or shine.  The department has sponsored this annual fundraiser since 1978. It is always held on the second Wednesday in August and consists of boneless baron

WED
August
14
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Throughout this two-hour presentation, attendees will learn about a variety of GOLDEN acrylics and the inherent possibilities of acrylic materials. Extensive information about acrylic paints, gels and mediums is presented, including OPEN and High Flow acry

WED
August
14
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

The Brainerd Ski Loons will be performing a FREE water ski show at Lum Park! Come and watch human ski pyramids, ski jumpers, bare foot skiers, and skiers being pulled 360 degrees around the boat! This event is great fun for the whole family. Concessions wi

WED
August
14
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Chloe Fedor, leader Claudio Monteverdi: Toccata and Prologue from L’Orfeo Anna Dennis, soprano Heinrich Schütz: Es steh Gott auf, SWV 356 Zachary Wilder, tenor John Taylor Ward, baritone Heinrich Biber: Battalia à 10 Dieterich Buxtehude: Sonata in C

WED
August
14
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM

After each of our evening performances, we keep the celebration going at Prairie Bay in Baxter! Enjoy a gourmet menu and relive your favorite moments from our concerts, all while making connections with our amazing musicians. Following evening performance

THU
August
15 16
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Find Bargains at the Rummage Sale presented by Our Savior's Lutheran Church of Pequot Lakes FREE WILL PROCEEDS GO TO MISSIONS

THU
August
15
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Come enjoy a beautiful lunch on the waters of one of the most popular lakes in Central Minnesota. A wonderful lunch of sandwiches, salad, chips along with a homemade cookie or bar. Beverages are available for purchase along with a full bar aboard our beaut

THU
August
15
2:00 PM - 2:45 PM

Historical Tour of the Pine River Dam Meet at the Dam Tender Building next to the Dam for this free informative 45-minute tour 

THU
August
15
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Join the Captain and crew on our Happy Hour and Sightseeing cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, interesting and fun narration from the captain, and trivia. This is a 2 hour cruise on beautiful Gull Lake with all the wonderful lake sounds and sights. We

THU
August
15
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Josh is a North Memorial AirCare Paramedic that was involved in a helicopter crash on June 28, 2019. He was critically injured. His medical bills are covered, however, there are other things that aren't which is the goal of this benefit dinner and sile

THU
August
15
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Everyone is welcome to attend the Crosslaker Community Gathering! Residents, Seasonal residents, Weekenders and Visitors!  If you have a passion for Crosslake, then this gathering is for you! Come hear updates on Crosslaker projects including The National

THU
August
15
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Kicks on Route 66 offers a painting class with Kathi Mann and Suzanne Fabel. All supplies are included for this 16”x 22” acrylic on a wood pallet, of Stylized Pumpkins. No experience is necessary, so bring your friends, your own refreshments, and spend a f

THU
August
15
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Sherwood Forest is excited to host Ladies night - every 3rd Thursday of the month! You will get an opportunity to unWINEd with radio celebrity Tess Taylor and celebrate good times, good company, good food and good fun! Consider this a night out for ladies

FRI
August
16 18

Try Before You Buy - On the Water Demo Days Take a test drive with a Factory Expert on Saturday & Sunday Only!  Call 800-346-0019 to make your test drive reservation today!  Huge sale on Water Sports, Fishing, and Outdoor Gear. 

FRI
August
16
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Patricia Lintner will lead students through the process of exploring alcohol inks on non-pourous paper to experience the fluidity and vibrancy of the medium. Students will create beautiful abstract effects. This class is open to ages 10 and up. No experien

FRI
August
16 17
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Go Crazy in Pequot Lakes during Crazy Days Friday and Saturday, August 16-17! Area Specials to GO CRAZY about: Asian Accents- 10% off all items Expressions- all on sale! It’s a Wing Ding Thing- 20% off hand crafted art deco metal coolers J

FRI
August
16
1:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Welcome Aboard, Its Funday Friday!! Join the Captain and crew on our Pizza and Pitcher Funday Friday cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, along with your first pitcher of domestic beer for your group up to 4 people per pitcher or bottomless pitcher of p

FRI
August
16
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Let's rock this boat! Welcome aboard our live performance three hour cruise with Chris Olsen! Chris is one of the most loved Elvis impersonators in the country. We will rock Gull Lake with songs of Elvis from "Jail House Rock" to "Are You Lonesome Tonight

FRI
August
16
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Come to Grace on August 16th & 17th at 7 p.m. for a presentation of the music of Godspell. The music tells the story of Jesus according to the Gospel message of Matthew. The songs selected are in harmony with Grace’s summer sermon series on the parables of

SAT
August
17

The Pequot Lakes Historical Society will be hosting Author James Henderson on Saturday, August 17th at 2 p.m.

SAT
August
17
10:30 AM

Kayaking at the Campground Wind, Water & Wheels will teach you everything you need to know to have fun in a kayak!  Join us at the Beach located in the US Army Corps of Engineers Campground. Kids and adults welcome and everything is provided (kayak, life

SAT
August
17
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Join the Captain and crew on our Happy Hour and Sightseeing cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, interesting and fun narration from the captain, and trivia. This is a 2 hour cruise on beautiful Gull Lake with all the wonderful lake sounds and sights. We

SAT
August
17
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

MUSIC. LAKE. FRIENDS. Enjoy great live music on the shores of beautiful Bay Lake. Summer doesn’t get any better than this. Free for resort guests. $5 for the general public. General admission seating available, or you can bring your lawn chair. Food and

SAT
August
17
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Come to Grace on August 16th & 17th at 7 p.m. for a presentation of the music of Godspell. The music tells the story of Jesus according to the Gospel message of Matthew. The songs selected are in harmony with Grace’s summer sermon series on the parables of

SAT
August
17
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Join us for a two hour dinner cruise on beautiful Gull Lake! Enjoy a wonderful dinner along with light narration and trivia of Gull Lake.  Dinner includes two entree choices along with salad, vegetable, potatoes or rice, fresh baked bread and a dessert. C

SAT
August
17
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Music by Jacques Offenbach Libretto by Henri Meilhac and Ludovic Halévy Premiered December 17, 1864 at the Théâtre des Variétés, Paris Sung in French with English supertitles, spoken dialogue in English (translation by Richard Traubner) This hysteri

SAT
August
17
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM

After each of our evening performances, we keep the celebration going at Prairie Bay in Baxter! Enjoy a gourmet menu and relive your favorite moments from our concerts, all while making connections with our amazing musicians. Following evening performance

SAT
August
17
11:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Crosslake Area Historical Society Heritage Day The Historic Log Village comes alive with historic displays, crafts, entertainment and food.

SUN
August
18
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Welcome to our Brunch on the water. We offer a selection of breakfast items such as fluffy scrambled eggs, chefs choice egg bake, smoked bacon or ham and sausage, homemade french toast and maple syrup, fried potatoes, fresh fruit, fresh Citrus salad. Compl

SUN
August
18
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Music by Jacques Offenbach Libretto by Henri Meilhac and Ludovic Halévy Premiered December 17, 1864 at the Théâtre des Variétés, Paris Sung in French with English supertitles, spoken dialogue in English (translation by Richard Traubner) This hysteri

TUE
August
20
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Come to Crosslake Communications Annual Customer Appreciation Open House & Picnic.  Enjoy delicious food, gift for each family, door prizes and information booth.

TUE
August
20
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Join the Captain and crew on our Happy Hour and Sightseeing cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, interesting and fun narration from the captain, and trivia. This is a 2 hour cruise on beautiful Gull Lake with all the wonderful lake sounds and sights. We

WED
August
21 25

Lakes Bluegrass Festival is the Upper Midwest's Premiere Bluegrass Festival and receives rave reviews! This is a family-friendly event so bring the kids and come for a day, an evening or camp all weekend. Located in the beautiful Brainerd Lakes Area in

WED
August
21
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Bruce and Tiki D are back! Island style music with a full dinner buffet. Join us for a relaxing three hour dinner cruise on beautiful Gull Lake! Enjoy a wonderful full dinner buffet along with live island style music to sway the night away on beautiful Gul

WED
August
21
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Courtney Lewis, conductor Franz Shrecker: Chamber Symphony Maurice Ravel: Le tombeau de Couperin Ludwig van Beethoven: Symphony No. 6, Pastoral Often times composers’ internal vision outpaced the conventions of their time. Beethoven characteristicall

WED
August
21
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM

After each of our evening performances, we keep the celebration going at Prairie Bay in Baxter! Enjoy a gourmet menu and relive your favorite moments from our concerts, all while making connections with our amazing musicians. Following evening performance

THU
August
22
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Join the Captain and crew on our Thirsty Thursday Happy Hour and sightseeing cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, interesting and fun narration from the Captain, and trivia for all. Try one of our bartender's favorites or our Lakeside Colada! This is a 2

THU
August
22
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Kicks on Route 66 offers a clay class with Laura Lynn Kotsmith. All supplies are included for this “Ceramic Vase” made of clay. No experience is necessary, so bring your friends, your own refreshments, and invest in yourself. Please RSVP by 4pm on August 2

FRI
August
23
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Kicks on Route 66 offers a painting class with Mary Wolke. All supplies are included for this 11”x 14” acrylic on canvas titled “ Aspens”. No experience is necessary, so bring your friends, your own refreshments, and spend a few hours with us. Please RSVP

FRI
August
23
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Come enjoy a beautiful lunch on the waters of one of the most popular lakes in Central Minnesota. A wonderful lunch of sandwiches, salad, chips along with a homemade cookie or bar. Beverages are available for purchase along with a full bar aboard our beaut

FRI
August
23
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM

4 Person - 18 Hole Golf Scramble Join the Fun, Benefiting Project New Hope, a Lions Club program for Veterans. Sponsored by: Lakers Lions Project New Hope Mission: To provide Veterans and their families the education, training, and skills necessary t

FRI
August
23
5:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Come enjoy a great BBQ dinner cooked by BBQ Master Mike Jay!  Our menu for the night includes: choice of ribs or chicken, cole slaw, corn on the cob, beans, corn bread, pie, and ice cream! There will be dinner served at 5pm to 6pm then again at 6:30pm

FRI
August
23
8:30 PM - 10:30 PM

This is a free event open to anyone! Bring your chair, blankets, pillows, or whatever it takes to get comfy. Enjoy the popcorn! (It's free too) Watch for clues as to what movie will be showing, come to the movie and get put in a drawing, if you're correct

SAT
August
24

A new area event, the Viking Festival © is planned for August 24, 2019 in the Nisswa Pioneer Village.  This exciting event will be family-friendly and designed to be both entertaining and educational. Travel back in time as you walk through an encampmen

SAT
August
24
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Help us raise money for our scholarship fund so that children can have the opportunity to learn and grow at summer camp.   August 24th 7:30-9:00am - Race Check-In and Packet Pick-Up Pastries and Coffee by Adirondack Coffee 9:00am - The Run Around

SAT
August
24
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Kicks on Route 66 offers a painting class with Sara Porter. All supplies are included for this 12”x16” acrylic on canvas titled “Spring Clover”. No experience is necessary, so bring your friends, your own refreshments, and spend a few hours with us. Please

SAT
August
24
10:30 AM - 2:00 PM

Saturday, August 24, 2019 is the date of this year’s “Walk a Mile in Her Shoes”. This year’s event will take place at Mills Ford Automotive parking lot in Baxter. Proceeds from the event will go to Sexual Assault Services in Brainerd. So please challenge y

SAT
August
24
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

  The Ruttger's Fall Fashion Show will now take place in Ann's Bay Lake Boutique and will feature complimentary wine and cheese instead of a sit-down luncheon. This event is FREE for everyone and includes: 20% off all Fall clothes and shoes  Extra 1

SAT
August
24
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Two stages. Three bands. An all-american picnic!! ALL-AMERICAN PICNIC WITH LIVE MUSIC 5-6 p.m.  An all-you-can-eat All-American picnic feast on the  East Lawn, paired with live music by Jenna & Martin. The Ruttger’s culinary team will serve a fun an

SAT
August
24
7:00 PM

Greater Lakes Area Performing Arts presents this tribute concert to the 50th Anniversary of Woodstock.  The show will feature American Pie with Pat and Donna Surface.  .

SAT
August
24
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Courtney Lewis, conductor Richard Strauss: Don Juan Karol Szymanowski: Violin Concerto No. 2 Itamar Zorman, violin Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 5 Each year we celebrate the end of our season with a spectacular symphonic finale, and

SAT
August
24
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM

After each of our evening performances, we keep the celebration going at Prairie Bay in Baxter! Enjoy a gourmet menu and relive your favorite moments from our concerts, all while making connections with our amazing musicians. Following evening performance

SAT
August
24
8:30 PM - 10:30 PM

Outdoor Movie at the Crosslake Campground - A Dogs Way Home The US Army Corps of Engineers - Crosslake Campground will be the site for outdoor movies in Crosslake this summer!  Bring a blanket or lawn chairs and enjoy a different family friendly movie eac

SUN
August
25

More information coming soon!!   All concerts are provided free, with donations accepted.  No tickets or reservations are required. Seating is general admission, with doors opening an hour prior to performances (a half hour before pre-concert lectures).

SUN
August
25
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Welcome to our Brunch on the water. We offer a selection of breakfast items such as fluffy scrambled eggs, chefs choice egg bake, smoked bacon or ham and sausage, homemade french toast and maple syrup, fried potatoes, fresh fruit, fresh Citrus salad. Compl

SUN
August
25
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Courtney Lewis, conductor Richard Strauss: Don Juan Karol Szymanowski: Violin Concerto No. 2 Itamar Zorman, violin Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 5 Each year we celebrate the end of our season with a spectacular symphonic finale, and

SUN
August
25
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Celebrate the end of a fantastic season with our musicians! Head on over to the Roundhouse Brewery after the final concert of the season where beer, Festival friends, and memories of the season are all on tap

SUN
August
25
6:30 PM - 10:00 PM

Trivia Contest – Everybody Welcome!! Bay Lake Environmental Fund Benefit Sunday, August 25, 2019. Registration 6:30, Contest Begins at 7:00. Ruttger’s Bay Lake Lodge, 25039 Tame Fish Lake Rd, Deerwood, MN 56444 Cost: $150.00 per table (up to 8), or $20

MON
August
26 30

             Monday 26th              7 a.m.-4 p.m. - Exercise Rooms              8 a.m. - Card Recycling              8:30-4 p.m. - Prayer Quilters              9 a.m. - 11 a.m. - Advice from Ann              9:30 a.m. - Mahjong Lessons           

MON
August
26

Shift from racing fan to a real racecar driver during the BIR Performance Driving School. Our instructors will teach you the fundamentals of high-performance driving and then send you out onto BIR’s road course where you can use your own car or one of the

MON
August
26
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

We have tons of fun for the family and yer mateys from photos with our fun photo props to eye patches and lost treasure hunt. Join the Captain and crew on a fun filled 2 hour cruise with squid legs (hot dogs) on the grill, a mermaid and sailors favorite al

MON
August
26
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Join the Captain and crew on our Sightseeing/Appetizer 2 hour cruise. Enjoy interesting and fun narration with local trivia from the captain. Enjoy a light buffet of assorted appetizers while cruising beautiful Gull Lake with all the wonderful lake sounds

TUE
August
27
7:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Special Workshop- Intro to Traction EOS Are You Running Your Business or Is Your Business Running You? A Hands-On Workshop based on the Best Selling Book, Traction®   Do you recognize any of the following challenges in your business? Lack of Control

TUE
August
27
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

11:30 to 1:00 | Tuesday, August 27th Clow Stamping training center in Merrifield (Smaller building to the left/south of the main facility)   Please join us for a business luncheon with Congressman Pete Stauber. The Congressman is making a special visi

TUE
August
27
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Welcome Aboard! Put on your shades and come aboard the North Star to enjoy a 3 hour cruise with some of the best Blues and Americana style music around, along with a variety of appetizers served in the main salon. In his laid back style, Lee Bone deliver

TUE
August
27
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

Join Brenny Family Funeral Chapel as they host Business After Hours on Tuesday, August 27, 2019 from 4:30 – 6:00 pm at their location in Baxter.  Meet and learn more about John, Karolyn and their son Alex Brenny, the new owners. Baxter Catering will be ser

WED
August
28

The Wednesday Night Drags - Street Legal Style program is a chance for anyone with a street-legal car, truck or motorcycle to race on Brainerd International Raceway's world-class drag strip or try their hand at drifting, which is driving through a course i

WED
August
28
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Garden Clean-up for the Event from June 5, 2019-August 28, 2019.

WED
August
28
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Trisha Peterson will be our guest artist leading the exploration of creating Artist Trading Cards (ATC).Artist Tading Cards are miniature pieces of art that are traded around the world. Participants will explore a wide array of media such as watercolors, p

THU
August
29
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Come enjoy a beautiful lunch on the waters of one of the most popular lakes in Central Minnesota. A wonderful lunch of sandwiches, salad, chips along with a homemade cookie or bar. Beverages are available for purchase along with a full bar aboard our beaut

THU
August
29
4:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Smile Fest offers free admission, free food & beverages to the first 1,000 attendees.  Bring your own lawn chairs or blanket.  Featuring Grammy Award winning artists of Okee Dokee Brothers and Seth Doud. Premiere Sponsors are B.I.C. - Brainerd Industrial

THU
August
29
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM

The CLC Foundation Presents our 3rd Annual The Night Out    Join us on Thursday, August 29th at the Northern Pacific Event Space at 5:30 PM. Guests will enjoy heavy appetizers from Prairie Bay specially paired with beverage selections from Cash Wise, Ful

THU
August
29
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Kicks on Route 66 offers a painting class with Sara Porter. All supplies are included for this 9”x12” watercolor titled “Prairie Flowers”. No experience is necessary, so bring your friends, your own refreshments, and spend a couple of hours with us. Please

THU
August
29
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

This game is all about the ladies!!! Ever wanted to play Texas Hold’em but not be intimidated? Want to learn how to play cards with the best of them? Then THIS NIGHT is for you! We will teach and play a tournament of Texas Hold’em! And the winners g

FRI
August
30

Pequot Lakes businesses will host a street dance featuring the Rusty Crayfish Brass Band from 7-9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 30, on North Washington Avenue. The event, including outdoor games, is free and open to everyone. Rusty Crayfish is a New Orlean

FRI
August
30
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Join us to hear about The State of the Lakes Area in Crosslake and be one of the first to hear about the huge developments in the Crosslake area, including the National Loon Center. For our seasonal neighbors, finding information on what is happening in yo

FRI
August
30
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Join us for a Patio Party & Corn Feed on August 30th from 6-9! Meat Raffle, Live Music, Corn Feed & Fun! Buy a drink, get your corn free!!!!

FRI
August
30
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Acoustic renderings of Country, Rock, and Pop music from the 60’s to today!

SAT
August
31
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Take advantage of excellent and unique shopping opportunities at Crosslake's Original Craft and Flea Market located at the intersection of County Roads 3 and 103. Held three times each year, Memorial Weekend, 4th of July weekend and Labor Day weekends.

SAT
August
31
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Enjoy 60 minutes of inspiring yoga inside your favorite 150 year old taproom. All ability levels are welcome. Hosted by instructor Matt Rohr of Central Lakes Healing Arts. Cost is $20 and includes one beverage of choice, including cold press coffee and kom

SAT
August
31
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Latte Da Coffee and gifts is hosting another craft and vendor show!  We always have such a great variety of items for our shows. For information on space rental message Sarah (218) 568-5550 or sarahblaeser@tds.net .

SAT
August
31
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Kicks on Route 66 offers a painting class with Jill Glass. All supplies are included for this 16”x20” abstract acrylic on canvas titled “A Blank Slate”. No experience is necessary, so bring your friends, your own refreshments, and spend a few hours with us

SAT
August
31
10:30 AM

Kayaking at the Campground Wind, Water & Wheels will teach you everything you need to know to have fun in a kayak!  Join us at the Beach located in the US Army Corps of Engineers Campground. Kids and adults welcome and everything is provided (kayak, life

SAT
August
31
10:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Join Our Furry Family as We Honor Our Military, Police and Rescue Personnel Past and Present with Animal Shows, an Honor Guard Flag Presentation and more! Calling all Veterans, Active Duty, Peace Officers, Fire Fighters and EMT’s for a day dedicated to

SAT
August
31
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Welcome Aboard! Take a trip back in time on our Live music Dinner cruise. Kirk Bakken will have you dancing the night away on this Tribute to Sinatra Cruise. From Las Vegas, the Caribbean, Breezy Point to Crosslake and now Gull Lake Kirk Bakken has perfor

SAT
August
31
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

MUSIC. LAKE. FRIENDS. Enjoy great live music on the shores of beautiful Bay Lake. Summer doesn’t get any better than this. Free for resort guests. $5 for the general public. General admission seating available, or you can bring your lawn chair. Food and

SAT
August
31
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Tunes range from Floyd to Neil Young, Grateful Dead to the Stones and Beatles, with a few originals sprinkled in.

MON
September
2

Crosslake Area Historical Society Log Village Closes For Season

THU
September
5 8

The Pine River Heritage Days is focused on the history of Pine River and the restored Pine River Railroad Depot which has been added to the National Register of Historic Buildings! Other events include a high tea at the Pine River Railroad Depot. A quilt s

THU
September
5
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Join the Captain and crew on our Thirsty Thursday Happy Hour Taco and Margarita Cruise. Enjoy $5.00 Margaritas, tacos with all the trimmings, interesting and fun narration from the Captain, and trivia for all. Try one of our bartender's favorites or our La

THU
September
5
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Kicks on Route 66 offers a Welcome Sign painting class with Sandy Anderson. All supplies are included for this 5-1/2”x 24” acrylic on wood. No experience is necessary, so bring your friends, your own refreshments, and spend a couple of hours with us. Pleas

THU
September
5
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Open Mic Night at Roundhouse is a staple for any local musician or live music fan! The night runs from 6-8:30 on the first Thursday of each month. Each participant will be able to sign up for 15 minutes to perform. Keep in mind, your 15 minutes will inc

FRI
September
6
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Crosslake Area Library Book Sale Hundreds of books on sale with all proceeds going to support the Crosslake Area Library

FRI
September
6
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Welcome aboard our three hour Live performance cruise with Chris Olsen!! Chris is one of the most loved Elvis impersonators in the country. We will rock Gull lake with songs of Elvis from "Jail House Rock" to "Are You Lonesome Tonight!" and so many more!

FRI
September
6
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

As the front man of the Soviet Machines and The Modern Era Singer-Songwriter Jack Swagger has been honing his skills on the Twin Cities music scene for the better part of the last decade. His new musical direction turns back a page to focus on the craft of

SAT
September
7
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Light Up the Dam Day An opportunity for volunteers to help string lights at the US Army Corps of Engineers Crosslake Recreation Area.  Lunch will be provided for all volunteers.

SAT
September
7
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Lakewood Health System will host the 2019 Staples-Motley Mini-Duathlon on Saturday, September 7, 2019 at 9 a.m. The event will take place at Lakewood Health System’s Senior Campus (401 Prairie Ave. NE, Staples).   The duathlon consists of a one-and-a-hal

SAT
September
7
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Kicks on Route 66 offers her “Quiet Reflections” painting class with Sara Porter. All supplies are included for this 16”x 20” acrylic on canvas. No experience is necessary, so bring your friends, your own refreshments, and invest in yourself. Please RSVP b

SAT
September
7
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Crosslake Area Library Book Sale Hundreds of books on sale with all proceeds going to support the Crosslake Area Library

SAT
September
7 8
11:00 AM - 1:00 AM

Starting off with West 55 at 11:30 a.m. 3 p.m. Lamont Cranston will take the stage, 6 p.m. Ticket sales for $1,000 Double Mega Meat Raffle will start selling, 7 p.m. tickets will draw, and at 7:30 p.m. The Young Country Band will take the stage for 2 hrs.

SAT
September
7
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Come enjoy a beautiful lunch on the waters of one of the most popular lakes in Central Minnesota. A wonderful lunch of sandwiches, salad, chips along with a homemade cookie or bar. Beverages are available for purchase along with a full bar aboard our beaut

SAT
September
7
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Join the Captain and crew on our Happy Hour and Sightseeing cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, interesting and fun narration from the captain, and trivia. This is a 1-1/2 hour cruise on beautiful Gull Lake with all the wonderful lake sounds and sights.

SAT
September
7
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Bruce and Tiki D are back! Island style music with a full dinner buffet. Join us for a relaxing two hour dinner cruise on beautiful Gull Lake! Enjoy a wonderful full dinner buffet along with live island style music to sway the night away on beautiful Gull

SAT
September
7
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Brat and Kettle Corn Sale Sponsored by Light Up the Dam Like the Lights?  Eat a Brat! Taste Some Kettle Corn! The Crosslake Light Up the Dam committee is serving up hot grilled brats and fresh kettle corn to eat while you watch the outdoor movie !  100%

SAT
September
7
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Drew Peterson returns to Roundhouse for a fun night of original, lyrically-driven Americana music, paired with the best beer around! https://www.facebook.com/musicbydrewpeterson/

SAT
September
7
7:30 PM - 11:00 PM

Come cheer on the Breezy Point North Star Junior Hockey team as they take on the Willmar Warhawks

SUN
September
8
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Come enjoy a beautiful lunch on the waters of one of the most popular lakes in Central Minnesota. A wonderful lunch of sandwiches, salad, chips along with a homemade cookie or bar. Beverages are available for purchase along with a full bar aboard our beaut

MON
September
9

Shift from racing fan to a real racecar driver during the BIR Performance Driving School. Our instructors will teach you the fundamentals of high-performance driving and then send you out onto BIR’s road course where you can use your own car or one of the

MON
September
9
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Join the Captain and crew on our Sightseeing/Appetizer 2 hour cruise. Enjoy interesting and fun narration with local trivia from the captain. Enjoy a light buffet of assorted appetizers while cruising beautiful Gull Lake where all the wonderful lake sounds

TUE
September
10
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Windows 10 - Free Seminar Do you have Windows 7? Did you know Microsoft is ending support for Windows 7 in January of 2020?   Get ahead of the game and learn about the transition to Windows 10. We will cover the differences between the two operatin

TUE
September
10
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

Join Executive Express as they host Business After Hours on Tuesday, September 10, 2019 from 4:30 – 6:00 pm at their location in the Baxter Industrial Park. Executive Express will be serving a variety of light appetizers accompanied with bottled water. All

TUE
September
10
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Join us for a two hour dinner cruise on beautiful Gull Lake! Enjoy a wonderful dinner along with light narration and trivia of Gull Lake.  Dinner includes two entree choices along with salad, vegetable, potatoes or rice, fresh baked bread and a dessert. C

WED
September
11
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Brainerd Chamber of Commerce New Member Ribbon Cutting Honoring All Military and Service Members Free Donuts, Cookies and Coffee! 5% Military Discount and $15 Good Sam Membership

THU
September
12
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Success Series: Get a Grip on Your Business 6 Keys to Getting What you Want from an Entrepreneurial Company Who Should Attend: Business Owners, Managers and Department Supervisors Entrepreneurs Non-Profit Organizatio

THU
September
12
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Common Goods is celebrating being in the Brainerd Lakes area for 10 years! An open house is planned for Thursday September 12th, from 2:00pm to 6:00pm.  During the event, shoppers can enjoy 25 percent off store wide, as well as complementary refreshment

THU
September
12
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Takedown's Grand Re Opening. Come see the newly remodeled Takedown. Demonstrations will be happening with the different classes offered at the gym for anyone to try out,  as well as tours of the remodel.  Anyone new attending the event will get a FREE 30

THU
September
12
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Kicks on Route 66 offers “Van Gogh’s Sunflowers” with Sandy Anderson. All supplies are included for this 12”x 16” acrylic on canvas. No experience is necessary, so bring your friends, your own refreshments, and spend a few hours with us. Please RSVP by 4pm

FRI
September
13
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Welcome Aboard, Its Funday Friday!! Join the Captain and crew on our Pizza and Pitcher Funday Friday cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, along with your first pitcher of domestic beer for your group up to 4 people per pitcher or bottomless pitcher of p

FRI
September
13
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

This exhibition features a selection of artwork from fourteen artists working in a variety of different fiber mediums from embroidery and hand-dyed fabrics, to quilting and mixed media sculptural and installation pieces. Each artist on display has re-envis

FRI
September
13
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

HELP ATTACK CANCER IN OUR COMMUNITY Beating cancer takes more than breakthrough research. It takes things like our 24/7 cancer help line and free rides to chemo. Most of all, it takes you. Join Relay For Life. And help attack cancer in our community.

FRI
September
13
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Dodgeball! Pizza! Smoothies! Fun!!!! Kiddos ages 5+ are invited to come out and have a BLAST! Reservations required & space is limited- Call 218.568.8080 or go to www.TheYardPL.com (Chose Clinic registration - log in or create account - chose Schedul

FRI
September
13
7:30 PM - 11:00 PM

Breezy Point North Stars take on the North Iowa Bulls

SAT
September
14
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Folkssports are leisure-time activities for people of all ages alone or in groups with no competitive requirements but plenty of rewards in a unique location near you or somewhere you want to visit. Crow Wing State Park Sanctioned for 12km, made up of th

SAT
September
14
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

. Explore Mosaics with guest artist Trisha Peterson. This class is sponsored by Alice Larson, Shelly Bolt, Jean Kraft, and Julie Despot. Pre-registration is required, space is limited. Visit crossingarts.org or call Crossing Arts at 218-833-0416 to enroll.

SAT
September
14
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Come shoot Singles, Doubles, Handicap, 5 Stand and Skeet! Cost is $8.00 per round. Shells will be available for purchase for $6/box or $55/case Win Prizes: Get a ticket for every 10 clay target hit for the basket prizes Prizes will be drawn at 5:30 pm

SAT
September
14
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Kicks on Route 66 offers a painting class with Amy Hubbard. All supplies are included for this 9”x12” acrylic on canvas called “Loon Call”. It a majestic Loon at sunset. No experience is necessary, so bring your friends, your own refreshments, and spend a

SAT
September
14
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Come aboard our family fun sightseeing cruise. We have some great family games like Giant Jenga and Ring toss to play. Put together teams and see how high you can get on the Jenga, 36 levels is the record! We have music throughout the boat and can play som

SAT
September
14
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

 Welcome Aboard! Take a trip back in time on our Live music cruise. We will have you dancing on this Tribute to Sinatra Cruise. From Las Vegas the Caribbean, Breezy Point to Crosslake and now Gull Lake. Kirk Bakken has performed alongside of some of the G

SAT
September
14
2:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Learn to create beautiful abstract flowers by exploring the vibrant medium of alcohol inks on non-porous paper. Ages 12 and up, no experience necessary

SAT
September
14
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Our biggest fundraiser of the year which we just love to get down and enjoy some good ol' fasion food, fun, and music! Come enjoy an afternoon for your whole family! Help us be able to reach our community by supporting this event!

SAT
September
14
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Farmer’s Market Harvest Festival SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 14  |  3 – 5 P.M. Farm-fresh fun for the whole family! Farmer’s market Arts, craft and food booths Hay rides Games Live music by J-Pack

SAT
September
14
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Harbor & Home is an alternative rock band from Minneapolis, MN. Their sound embodies modern roots americana with classic rock n' roll.

SUN
September
15
12:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Eat. Drink. Create and Socialize with TAP at the New Iron Range Coffee House in Emily!! Sunday, Sept 15 | 12-2:30pm $35/person *Food & Drink Additional TAP Inspiration: Harvest Moon • • • Easy - Medium Skill Level PLEASE NOTE // Tickets must b

SUN
September
15
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Join us for a two hour dinner cruise on beautiful Gull Lake! Enjoy a wonderful dinner along with light narration and trivia of Gull Lake.  Dinner includes two entree choices along with salad, vegetable, potatoes or rice, fresh baked bread and a dessert. C

MON
September
16
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Join the Captain and crew on our CRAZY priced Happy Hour and Sightseeing Cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, interesting and fun narration from the captain, and trivia. This is a 2 hour cruise on beautiful Gull Lake with all the wonderful lake sounds an

MON
September
16
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

—>X<— Create your very own Fall Decor with TAP at Bites in Pine River! Paint your own 16x20 acrylic masterpiece with the step by step instruction from our creative guide! All art supplies, and aprons included! Monday, September 16 | 6-8:30pm $35/

MON
September
16
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Eat. Drink. Create and Socialize with TAP the 612 Station in downtown Brainerd ! Monday, September 16 | 6-8:30pm $35/person *Food/Drink options available for additional fee!! TAP Inspiration: Weeping Tree • • • Easy - Medium Skill Level Original

TUE
September
17
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

We invite you and a guest to join us to sample beer from a local brewery! This event will be hosted by Lillie Pearo. Lillie is a financial adviser with Stroot, Schumer & Associates and she will be available to answer any questions or give advise for all

TUE
September
17
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Join us for a two hour dinner cruise on beautiful Gull Lake! Enjoy a wonderful dinner along with light narration and trivia of Gull Lake.  Dinner includes two entree choices along with salad, vegetable, potatoes or rice, fresh baked bread and a dessert. C

TUE
September
17
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Eat. Drink. Create and Socialize with TAP at Big Axe Brewing Company on main street, Nisswa! Tuesday, Sept 17 | 6-8:30pm Inspiration: Calm Paddle • • • Easy - Easy Skill Level $35/person • 16+ *Food & Beverage Additional PLEASE NOTE // Ticke

WED
September
18
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

A special concern to MPCA is the disposal of electronic equipment.  In 2003, Minnesota required that cathode-ray tubes (TV’s and Monitors) may not be placed in municipal solid waste after July 1, 2005.  To ensure proper management of these items, the Crow

WED
September
18
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Join us in celebrating 50 years of community giving with a Golden Celebration at the highly anticipated Chili Cook-Off, United Way's annual campaign kick off and community fundraiser!

WED
September
18
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Raffle with 20+ guns Reverse Bingo 50/50 Mega Meat Raffle

THU
September
19
11:30 AM - 2:00 PM

Program:  “How locally Produced Lake Country Journal was Born and Continues to Thrive” - Jodie Tweed, Editor

THU
September
19 22
12:00 PM - 10:00 PM

4th Annual Roundhouse Brewery Oktoberfest Celebration.  Grab your Steins, Lederhosen and Dirndl’s. Brush off your polka shoes and prepare for the sights, sounds, and tastes of southern Germany, right here in Brainerd! Thursday: The tapping of Der Zu

THU
September
19
2:00 PM - 2:45 PM

Historical Tour of the Pine River Dam Meet at the Dam Tender Building next to the Dam for this free informative 45-minute tour 

THU
September
19
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Kicks on Route 66 offers a “Dala Horse” painting class with Sandy Anderson. All supplies are included for this 14”x17” acrylic on wood. No experience is necessary, so bring your friends, your own refreshments, and spend a couple of hours with us. Please RS

THU
September
19
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Paint this Harvest Moon inspiration with TAP at Main Street Ale House! Add your creative touches with guided art instruction by our talented and fun TAP artist! // This is a smaller venue, space is limited! Purchase your ticket today! Thursday, Sept

FRI
September
20
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Please join us at the Nisswa Community Center for a free health screening to check your blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and more.  A team of independent and trusted medical professionals will give you the information you need to help prioritize your he

FRI
September
20
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Come enjoy a beautiful lunch on the waters of one of the most popular lakes in Central Minnesota. A wonderful lunch of sandwiches, salad, chips along with a homemade cookie or bar. Beverages are available for purchase along with a full bar aboard our beaut

SAT
September
21
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Join us for a fun filled day! Pancake breakfast - 5K, 10K run, BBQ contest, Kidszone fun, outdoor music concert - food and fun!

SAT
September
21
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Working with a variety of fibers, students will be introduced to the art of wet felting. We will create 8-10 pieces of felt that can be used as a reference piece for future projects, or as art pieces themselves. Applying these principles, the students will

SAT
September
21
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Kicks on Route 66 offers “Autumn Breezes” with Sara Porter. All supplies are included for this 12”x16” acrylic on canvas. No experience is necessary, so bring your friends, your own refreshments, and invest in yourself. Please RSVP by 4pm on September 21 t

SAT
September
21
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Come aboard our family fun sightseeing cruise. We have some great family games like Giant Jenga and Ring toss to play. Put together teams and see how high you can get on the Jenga, 36 levels is the record! We have music throughout the boat and can play som

SAT
September
21
1:30 PM - 4:00 PM

 Well-known storyteller, Mary Schmidt, launches her clever presentations from a Paul Bunyan perspective. This year, it’s Bunyan Boys On Stage. The presentation is a hilarious historical review of entertainment, from simple Saturday night dances to travelin

SAT
September
21
3:00 PM - 5:30 PM

TAP into your creativity at the Brainerd American Legion this Summer and paint your very own version of our "American Tradition Deer" inspiration painting!!! Saturday, September 21 | 3-5:30pm 708 Front Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 Inspiration: America

SAT
September
21 22
5:30 PM - 12:00 AM

Enjoy a Taco and come watch the Breezy Point North Stars take on the Alexandria Blizzards and support Youth Hockey!

SUN
September
22
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Welcome to our Brunch on the water. We offer a selection of breakfast items such as fluffy scrambled eggs, chefs choice egg bake, smoked bacon or ham and sausage, homemade french toast and maple syrup, fried potatoes, fresh fruit, fresh Citrus salad. Compl

MON
September
23

Shift from racing fan to a real racecar driver during the BIR Performance Driving School. Our instructors will teach you the fundamentals of high-performance driving and then send you out onto BIR’s road course where you can use your own car or one of the

TUE
September
24
7:30 AM - 9:30 AM

Please join us for a special meeting of downtown business owners! Lots of great things are happening downtown, and community interest is at an all-time high. We need your positive energy, enthusiastic support and big ideas!!!   7:30 to 9:30 a.m. | Tuesda

TUE
September
24
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Come enjoy a beautiful lunch on the waters of one of the most popular lakes in Central Minnesota. A wonderful lunch of sandwiches, salad, chips along with a homemade cookie or bar. Beverages are available for purchase along with a full bar aboard our beaut

TUE
September
24
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Join us for a two hour dinner cruise on beautiful Gull Lake! Enjoy a wonderful dinner along with light narration and trivia of Gull Lake.  Dinner includes two entree choices along with salad, vegetable, potatoes or rice, fresh baked bread and a dessert. C

TUE
September
24
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

—Eat. Drink. Create and Socialize with TAP at our newest destination location Brand Burger Bar at Grand Casino Mille Lacs and create our "Pumpkin Spice" inspiration! All art supplies, and aprons included in the ticket price! Tuesday, September 24 | 6-8

TUE
September
24
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

// PAINT A Couple's Moon & Tree with your significant other or a family member and drink Beer at Roundhouse!!! Tuesday, September 24 | 6-8:30pm Roundhouse Brewery 1551 Northern Pacific Rd | Brainerd, MN TAP | Inspiration: Couple's Moon & Tree Med

THU
September
26
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Kicks on Route 66 offers a fun “Pumpkins” class with Kathi Mann and Suzanne Fabel. All supplies are included for this 16”x20” acrylic on wood. No experience is necessary, so bring your friends, your own refreshments, and spend some time investing in yourse

THU
September
26
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Paint & Decorate Paper Mach'e Pumpkins at Kicks on Route 66.   ARTCrosslake will guide you through all the steps to create your own traditional or glamour paper mach'e pumpkin! All supplies included! ARTcrosslake located at Kicks in Route 66.  

THU
September
26
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

TAP into your creativity at our new Downtown Brainerd Destination, Last Turn Saloon & Eatery and join us to paint in their newly remodeled event space! Enjoy this guided art event with a twist and paint your original acrylic "Pumpkin Spice" inspiration

THU
September
26
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Roundhouse Brewery & Brainerd Lakes Area Poker League is holding a free monthly Texas Hold’em Poker tournament! Every third Thursday of each month starting at 6:00pm. First place walks away with a $25 gift certificate and Second Place wins a Growler w/ fil

FRI
September
27
11:00 AM - 3:00 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 and kettle corn to your car!  100% of the proceeds will be used to provide seasonal lighting displays on t

FRI
September
27
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Outdoor Movie at the Crosslake Campground - Mighty Ducks The US Army Corps of Engineers - Crosslake Campground will be the site for outdoor movies in Crosslake this summer!  Bring a blanket or lawn chairs and enjoy a different family friendly movie each m

SAT
September
28
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Crosslake Ideal Lions Club Flea Market You'll find all kinds of treasures at the summer Crosslake Ideal Lions Flea Market!  Held in conjunction with Crosslake Days, more than 30 vendors offer something for everyone!

SAT
September
28
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Handcrafted arts and crafts plus yummy foods are offered by over talented 50 vendors during Crosslake Days -- all day on Saturday only.  Look at the variety of goods they are offering! Food Vendors: All Fried Up -- chicken strips, fried pickles & gr

SAT
September
28
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

The Northern Minnesota Railroad Heritage Association "Home of the Northern Trackers" is in the process of building a one-of-a-kind facility to house model railroad exhibits in Crosslake.  The organization was formed in March 2006 to operate as a 501(c)(3)

SAT
September
28
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Bring your best Loon Call to Crosslake Town Square Pavilion during Crosslake Days and have some fun in the 1st Annual Loon Calling Contest! All ages welcome and prizes will be awarded. PLUS ONE SILENT AUCTION ITEM - Bidding stops at 2 p.m. - 4 tickets to

SAT
September
28
12:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Polka in the afternoon, live music from The District in the evening, all day beer, fun, and lots of shenanigans! You don't want to miss this!

SAT
September
28
12:00 PM

The Log Church Womens Ministry is hosting a luncheon featuring speaker Patt Wadenpfuhl from Ancient Path Ministries who will lead worship and speak on "Healing the Wounded Heart".  A luncheon will be served in the Fellowship Hall at 12 p.m.  Weather permit

SAT
September
28
12:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Visit JAG Interior Solutions during Crosslake Days!   Julie and crew will be serving up hot Chili for the Crosslake Days Chili Cookoff and hosting the Rusty Crayfish Brass Band entertaining you from 12 noon until 2:30 on Sat. Sept 28, 2019.  

SAT
September
28
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

A Daddy Daughter Dance! A fun event to bring your daughter to. This is a fundraiser is for the Miss Pequot Lakes Scholarship Fund. Admission is $40 per girl. (Dad. Grandparent, Mentor is Free) Family rate is $40 per girl and $10 for additional family membe

SAT
September
28
2:00 PM

The PAL Foundation is sponsoring a disc golf tournament in conjunction with Crosslake Days!   Register now, or arrive at 1:30 on Sat. Sept. 28th and sign up. Prizes will be awarded for the top three finishers.   

SAT
September
28
3:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Our Savior's Lutheran Church of Pequot Lakes is hosting the Annual Lutefisk and Meatball Supper (@ the corner of Front & Brown Street). Traditional Dinner with Lefse and all the trimmings. Everyone is welcome and cordially invited.

SAT
September
28
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Welcome aboard our Fall colors Dinner Cruise .Let our crew and Captain take you along a leisurely cruise with light narration and trivia of Gull Lake. We feature a state of the art sound system playing songs of the past and present while our friendly staff

SAT
September
28
5:30 PM - 11:00 PM

Come Early for Pre-Game Fun w/ Skeeter 101.5 broadcasting live at 5:30pm!  Giveaways and sign up for some great prizes... who knows maybe you go home with new furry friend??

SAT
September
28
6:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Charlie Farley Live at Big Al's in Emily Minnesota $25 General Admission $75 Eat and Greet Eat and greet will be a full meal limited to 12 people with Charlie, the band and Big Al. Drinks not included. This is a 21+ show, you MUST have VALID ID Ticket

SAT
September
28
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Bruce brings his energetic finger-picking back to Roundhouse where he'll be playing songs from his new album THE HALLOWED LAND! Help him celebrate its release and enjoy his rollicking combination of blues, bluegrass, country, and folk. His finger-picking a

SUN
September
29
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

The Heartland Symphony Orchestra challenges you to the Beat Beethoven 5K on September 29, 2019. Participants who finish the 5K before the last note of the Beethoven 5th Symphony (approximately 31 minutes) will receive a free ticket to one of the HSO season

SUN
September
29
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Celebrate the harvest season and meet the producers of the ingredients for a grain to glass beer and a farm to table meal! Brewer Chuck Martin from Roundhouse Brewery has created two beers for this event exclusively featuring locally sourced ingredient

MON
September
30
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Eat. Drink. Create & Socialize with TAP at Mission Tavern in Merrifield! Enjoy this 2.5 hour guided art instruction with a twist! Monday, September 30 | 6-8:30pm // Mission Tavern 13036 SW Horseshoe Lake Rd, Merrifield, MN 56465 $35/ person | Age

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