Brainerd MN Vacations Start Here
Brainerd, MN is the best location in Minnesota to enjoy nature, unplug, and relax from busy life. Start planning your MN Family Vacation today! Located in the heart of Minnesota, Brainerd is known for great family vacations, first-class Minnesota resorts and hotels, golf courses, fishing, biking trails, shopping, and much more. Enjoy your stay!
Contact All the Premiere Brainerd Lakes Resorts at once with the Brainerd.com Vacation Planner!
Upcoming Events
While we try to stay up to date on event cancellations, it is important to check in with the event website or planner before attending any upcoming events. Cancellations are happening daily.
Please contact us if your event needs a cancellation notice.
Cherrywood Challenge Reception
May 30
Experience the Cherrywood Challenge at The Crossing Arts Alliance!
Mark your calendars! From May 27–31, The Crossing Arts Gallery will showcase the “Seed” collection from the 2024 Cherrywood Challenge: Poppy. This unforgettable exhibition features stunning art quilts created by talented artists from around the world—each one a tribute to the vibrant poppy.
Knotty Pine Bakery – Nisswa Grand Opening
May 31
🎉 GRAND OPENING – NISSWA LOCATION 🎉
We’re thrilled to announce that Knotty Pine Bakery is expanding to Nisswa, Minnesota and you’re invited to the celebration!
Join us on Saturday, May 31st for a fun-filled day featuring:
Live music – Bruce Archer from 11:00am to 1:30pm
Exciting giveaways
FREE cookies (while supplies last!)
Rebel Lobster in Crosby
May 31
⏰ 9am-1pm
📍 Find us in DOWNTOWN CROSBY
🦞 LOBSTER ROLLS—5 Styles, including your favorites + 2 NEW ONES
🦞 LOBSTER MAC&CHEESE-NEW FOR 2025
🍋 Fresh-Squeezed Lemonade—Regular &
🫐 Wild Maine Blueberry
🏴☠️ Lobster Pizzas(Frozen/Take&Bake): subject to availability
Quick Clicks: What you need in Brainerd
Brainerd Lakes Area - Vacation and tourism information
Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - The adventures and legends of infamous pirates come to life!
Brainerd Zip Line Tour - Located on beautiful Mount Ski Gull our zip lines showcase 15 mile views of the Lakes area.
Brainerd MN Resort Lodging HOT DEALS from your favorite MN Lakes Area resorts!
Minnesota Resorts - Experience the tradition of MN Resorts right here in the heart of the Brainerd Lakes Area!
Brainerd MN Golf Courses - The Brainerd Lakes Area is home to the best MN Golf Courses. Find your favorite today!
BIR: Brainerd International Raceway (BIR) and North Central Speedway race schedules & event information
MAPS, MAPS, MAPS - Brainerd Minnesota Lake Maps - Details of the famous lakes in the Brainerd area.
Paul Bunyan Trail - Find bike trail maps and the history of Paul Bunyan.
Cuyuna Mountain Bike Trail System - New mountain bike trails.
Weddings - Visit our weddings section to plan for your big day!
Kids Kountry - Children of all ages will find fun in Brainerd, MN! Find great activities, events, sports, and freebies for kids.
Weekly Brainerd Fishing Reports - Year-round fishing report from local guide "Walleye Dan" & Professional Angler Richie Boggs.
Brainerd Lakes Area Movie Theaters - Find the Cinema that fits your movie style.
Employment in the Brainerd Lakes Area - Check the Free Classifieds Ads
Transportation - Travel in and around the Lakes Area as well as to and from the Airport
Annual Brainerd Lakes Area Winter Events.
View the Brainerd MN Snow Conditions Snow Report
Brainerd Lakes Winter Cabin Rentals: Book Your MN Winter Vacation today.
Brainerd Jaycees $150,000 Ice Fishing Extravaganza
