# Live Shows in Brainerd | Performances, Musicals & Acts

- **Subtitle**: Find live performances in Brainerd — musicals, variety shows, dance and stage acts. Browse upcoming shows by date and venue and book tickets.
- **Category**: Performances
- **Type**: format

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## About

For the lover of all things art there is a lot to catch; performing arts, musicals and theater events in Brainerd are all set to keep you entertained. There are these amazing and unforgettable performances in Brainerd that will keep you hooked for days long. This is your guide to the Brainerd show listings and all the top-rated performances so you never miss out on top-rated events. Explore the best of Broadway shows, plays and performances with us and book your tickets already.

## Performances Events in Brainerd

- **Event Name**: Time Machine Rocks Brainard International Raceway!!
  - **Description**: Rockin' 3 completely diffetent sets:

Rock City = 70's Arena Rock
Pop Starz = 80's Pop
Hair Force = 80's Hair bands
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 7
  - **Date**: Sat Sep 05 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/brainerd/time-machine-rocks-brainard-international-raceway/200030207810706
  - **Venue**: Brainard International Raceway
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, pop
- **Event Name**: World Ballet Company - Swan Lake at Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 4
  - **Date**: Thu Oct 15 2026 at 07:00 pm – Thu Oct 15 2026 at 09:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/brainerd/world-ballet-company-swan-lake-at-gichi-ziibi-center-for-the-arts/2400029950221453
  - **Venue**: Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts
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  - **Categories**: Art
- **Event Name**: Lend Me A Tenor
  - **Date**: Wed Sep 09 2026 – Sat Sep 12 2026 (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/brainerd/lend-me-a-tenor/2300030577926055
  - **Venue**: Central Lakes Community Performing Arts Center
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- **Event Name**: Extreme Dwarfanators Wrestling
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 1
  - **Date**: Tue Sep 01 2026 at 07:00 pm – Tue Sep 01 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/brainerd/extreme-dwarfanators-wrestling/2300029693000341
  - **Venue**: Jack's House
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  - **Categories**: Sports
- **Event Name**: World Ballet Company - The Nutcracker with a Live Orchestra at Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts
  - **Date**: Fri Dec 11 2026 at 07:00 pm – Fri Dec 11 2026 at 09:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/brainerd/world-ballet-company-the-nutcracker-with-a-live-orchestra-at-gichi-ziibi-center-for-the-arts/2400030482792123
  - **Venue**: Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts
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  - **Categories**: Music, Art, Entertainment
- **Event Name**: Todd Michael Jameson at Cragun's Resort
  - **Description**: Todd Michael Jameson at Cragun's Resort
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 1
  - **Date**: Fri Sep 04 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/brainerd/todd-michael-jameson-at-craguns-resort/200030283618620
  - **Venue**: Cragun's Resort on Gull Lake
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- **Event Name**: Fabulous Armadillos
  - **Date**: Fri Feb 12 2027 (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/brainerd/fabulous-armadillos/2300030575487320
  - **Venue**: Central Lakes Community Performing Arts Center
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- **Event Name**: Sweeney Todd
  - **Date**: Fri Oct 16 2026 – Sun Oct 25 2026 (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/brainerd/sweeney-todd/2300030582189909
  - **Venue**: Central Lakes Community Performing Arts Center
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- **Event Name**: How The Grinch Stole Christmas
  - **Date**: Tue Dec 01 2026 (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/brainerd/how-the-grinch-stole-christmas/2300030576772106
  - **Venue**: Central Lakes Community Performing Arts Center
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- **Event Name**: One Night In Memphis
  - **Date**: Fri Apr 09 2027 at 07:00 pm – Fri Apr 09 2027 at 09:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/brainerd/one-night-in-memphis/2300030579883644
  - **Venue**: Central Lakes Community Performing Arts Center
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- **Event Name**: World Ballet Company - The Nutcracker at Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts
  - **Date**: Thu Dec 10 2026 (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/brainerd/world-ballet-company-the-nutcracker-at-gichi-ziibi-center-for-the-arts/2400028949963058
  - **Venue**: Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts
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## Trending Events in Brainerd

- **Event Name**: NHRA Nationals
  - **Venue**: Brainerd International Raceway
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- **Event Name**: NHRA Nationals at Brainerd International Raceway
  - **Venue**: Brainerd International Raceway
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- **Event Name**: NHRA Brainerd Nationals - Saturday
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Brainerd International Raceway
🏠 Address: 5523 Birchdale Road, Brainerd, MN 56401
🌆 City: Brainerd
📍 Location: 46.417, -94.2849🌟 Step into a world of wonder at NHRA Brainerd Nationals - Saturday, where extraordinary moments awai
  - **Venue**: Brainerd International Raceway
- **Event Name**: NHRA Brainerd Nationals - Friday
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Brainerd International Raceway
🏠 Address: 5523 Birchdale Road, Brainerd, MN 56401
🌆 City: Brainerd
📍 Location: 46.417, -94.2849✨ Embark on an extraordinary journey at NHRA Brainerd Nationals - Friday, where every moment promises
  - **Venue**: Brainerd International Raceway
- **Event Name**: NHRA Brainerd Nationals - Sunday
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Brainerd International Raceway
🏠 Address: 5523 Birchdale Road, Brainerd, MN 56401
🌆 City: Brainerd
📍 Location: 46.417, -94.2849🎉 Welcome to NHRA Brainerd Nationals - Sunday, where dreams come alive and possibilities are endless!
  - **Venue**: Brainerd International Raceway
- **Event Name**: Elbow Convention 2026
  - **Description**: We’re calling on all 23,000+ members of the Order of the Elbow to show up and throw down. 

30 year anniversary of the Loyal order of Elbows💪

🍻 Don’t miss the next Grand Elbow announcement Saturday night! 

🎸 Johnny Holm Band — Friday, August 28
🎸 Devon
  - **Venue**: 315 S 6th St, Brainerd, MN
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- **Event Name**: Open House
  - **Description**: ⏰ALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS & Lincoln Education Center: 4:00 to 5:30 p.m.
⏰Forestview Middle School (grades 6-8): 5:00 to 6:30 p.m.
⏰ Brainerd High School: 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
  - **Venue**: 804 Oak Street, Brainerd, MN, United States, Minnesota 56401
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- **Event Name**: Cragun's BBQ Dinner Cruise
  - **Description**: Indulge in bold, smoky flavors and beautiful lake views aboard Cragun’s BBQ Dinner Cruise on Gull Lake - one of the summer’s most popular evening experiences.

Enjoy a hearty BBQ feast featuring Carolina-style pulled pork, roasted smokehouse sausages, cam
  - **Venue**: 11000 Craguns Drive, Brainerd, MN, United States, Minnesota 56401
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- **Event Name**: BLUE & WHITE NIGHT! FREE & OPEN TO THE COMMMUNITY!
  - **Description**: Join us for an exciting evening of community fun as we cheer on our football team during their scrimmage and celebrate the start of a new season!
📅 Date: Wednesday, August 26
🕒 Time: 4:30-7:30
📍 Location: Brainerd High School Football Field
FREE FAMILY AC
  - **Venue**: Don Adamson field
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Performances events in Brainerd?
  - **A:** Time Machine Rocks Brainard International Raceway!! (Sat Sep 05 2026 at 09:00 pm at Brainard International Raceway), World Ballet Company - Swan Lake at Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts (Thu Oct 15 2026 at 07:00 pm at Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts), Lend Me A Tenor (Wed Sep 09 2026 at Central Lakes Community Performing Arts Center), Extreme Dwarfanators Wrestling (Tue Sep 01 2026 at 07:00 pm at Jack's House), World Ballet Company - The Nutcracker with a Live Orchestra at Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts (Fri Dec 11 2026 at 07:00 pm at Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts).
- **Q**: How can I find Performances events in Brainerd?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Performances events in Brainerd on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Performances events in Brainerd?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Performances events in Brainerd?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Performances events in Brainerd include Brainard International Raceway, Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts, Central Lakes Community Performing Arts Center.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Performances events in Brainerd?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Performances events in Brainerd include Time Machine, Vivid Events, Ticket Network Events.
- **Q**: Are there any online Performances events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Performances events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Performances events in Brainerd?
  - **A:** Follow the Performances category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Performances events are listed in Brainerd.

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