Spring Events at the Lakes

Off the Rails Spring Market

APRIL 26TH & 27TH | NORTHERN PACIFIC CENTER, BRAINERD

Browse over 150 vendors all in one place at the Northern Pacific Center. Early access and general admission tickets available for purchase here. For more general information on the event, visit their Facebook event page

Tequila and Dinner Night

MAY 3RD FROM 5:30-8:30PM | NATURE LINK RESORT 

Hosted by Prairie Bay Grill, enjoy a 4-course meal with tequila pairing options at Nature Link resort in Nisswa. Stay tuned to their Facebook page for more info + to register. 

Kentucky Derby Party 

MAY 4TH FROM 4-7PM | MN TRADERS CO., PEQUOT LAKES
Dress up in your best derby attire, enjoy a themed spread of food and featured cocktails with race viewing! Ticket includes entry + access to charcuterie grazing table and selection of appetizers. Traders will be offering featured craft cocktails and serve beer, wine and espresso! Purchase tickets here ahead of time for $35 or $50 at the door. 

Breezy Point Aviation Day 

MAY 4TH from 10am-2pm | 30360 Airport Rd, Pequot lakes

Don’t miss Breezy Point Airport Aviation Days 2024! Families, locals, visitors, plane enthusiasts, car enthusiasts, and everyone in between will come together to celebrate spring at Breezy Point Airport. This event is free to the public, with free food and soft drinks available to spectators! See more event information on their web page. 

Miles for Smiles 5k

MAY 19TH AT 11AM | forestview middle school, baxter
Join in on the 5k to support the Smiles for Jake movement. Registration begins at 9:30am with the race beginning at 11am. Cost is $30 for adults and $10 for kids ages 0-5. Learn more here! 

Spring Arts & Crafts Festival 

MAY 11TH FROM 9-3PM | BRainerd high school

Head over to Brainerd High School for the Spring Arts & Craft Festival and shop 60+ handmade artists and crafters or participate in a free make & take workshops throughout the day! More info is available on their Facebook page.

Mega Garage Sale

MAY 11th from 8-12PM | The Gathering event center, Crosslake

Hosted by Gathered Gals and the Gathering Event Center. All proceeds going to Camp Knutson in Crosslake to support their summer programs. See more details on their Facebook event page. 


Mindfulness Triathlon 2024

MAY 11TH FROM 10-12PM | NISSWA CITY PARK 

Join in on the 2nd annual mindfulness triathlon in the BLA! Hosted by Notice Wellness. See their Facebook page to register and for more details on the event. 

Girl's Day Out

MAY 18TH FROM 1-5PM | MAVERICK BOUTIQUE, CROSSLAKE 

Snacks, specials, ear piercing, permanent jewelry and other great vendors! Stay tuned to their event page on Facebook for more information as it's available.

Snarky Loon Anniversary Party

MAY 18TH FROM 12-10pm | SNARKY LOON BREWING CO., JENKINS 

Celebrating their 3rd year in business with live music by Dos Guys and Rusty Zippers, games, activities and more. More info here! 

Brews and Brims 

MAY 22ND | jack pine brewery, Brainerd
Gypsy Creek Boutique is bringing a Hat Bar to Jack Pine Brewery in Baxter. This class will be held on May 22nd from 5:30-8:30pm for a guided class to decorate, burn, and accessorize a trendy felt hat. Cost is $56 and includes a hat, two ribbon bands, charm, feather, and one design burning. Sign up here! 

Bloody Mary Fest 

May 25th | Dockside at breezy point resort 

PRO-TIP: Don't wait to purchase your tickets for this popular event! Unlimited bloody mary's, craft beer + more samples with admission! Located outside at the Dockside Lounge at Breezy Point Resort. Purchase tickets here. 


Nashville Comes Homes

MAY 25TH at 6pm | ZORBAZ on GULL 

A free event at Zorbaz on Gull featuring four great artists out of Nashville! This event is free to attend, more info here! 

Pequot Lakes Cherry Car Show and Craft Fair

JUNE 1st | Trailside park, pequot lakes, MN

Register your vehicle or attend as a spectator! See more information here.

LIVE MUSIC AT THE LAKES 

Music by Eric Kalenze

MAY 18th FROM 5-8PM | ROUNDHOUSE BREWERY IN NISSWA 

Join in on the fun downtown Nisswa for great food, brew and live music with Twin Cities musician, Eric Kalenze. Eric is a singer/songwriter formerly of the band Third Wheel. More info listed here. 

Dos Guys 

MAY 25TH FROM 1-4PM | ROUNDHOUSE BREWERY IN NISSWA 

Head to Nisswa to listen to Dos Guys! The duo enjoys entertaining and playing a variety of music from almost every decade in the last 50 years. Enjoy a local brew while you're at it.

Wyld Rice Band at Dockside 

MAY 26TH from 6-9pm | DOCKSIDE AT BREEZY POINT RESORT 

Let start Summer!! See you out on the Dock. 

Reese Glover at Ernie's on Gull

MAY 26TH FROM 6-9PM | ERNIES ON GULL 

Sunday funday at Ernie's on Gull Lake! Head out to enjoy their large patio, full menu and great drinks. Boat parking available! 


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