# Thanksgiving Events & Things to Do in Brainerd 2026

- **Subtitle**: Celebrate Thanksgiving 2026 in Brainerd with festive dinners, family activities, parades, Turkey Trots, brunches, holiday markets, volunteer events, and seasonal celebrations. Discover the best Thanksgiving events and book your tickets online.
- **Category**: Thanksgiving
- **Type**: other

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## About

Celebrate Thanksgiving [YEAR] in Brainerd with festive dinners, brunches, buffets, Turkey Trots, parades, family-friendly activities, Friendsgiving parties, holiday markets, volunteer opportunities, food drives, cruises, and seasonal events. Whether you're planning a traditional Thanksgiving feast or looking for unique things to do, discover the best Thanksgiving events happening in Brainerd.

## Thanksgiving Events in Brainerd

- **Event Name**: Thanksgiving Eve w/ Axel and Betty LIVE at The Side Track!
  - **Description**: Axel and Betty make their return to The Side Track in Brainerd to help us celebrate Thanksgiving Eve! The party starts at 8:30!
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  - **Date**: Wed Nov 25 2026 at 08:30 pm – Wed Nov 25 2026 at 11:30 pm (-06:00)
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  - **Venue**: The Side Track
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## Trending Events in Brainerd

- **Event Name**: World Ballet Company - Swan Lake at Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts
  - **Venue**: Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts
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- **Event Name**: Downtown Brainerd Spooktacular
  - **Description**: Join us for the annual Downtown Brainerd Spooktacular! This family friendly event includes trick-or-treating at participating businesses from 11am-1pm plus fun activities, vendors, food and more from 12-5pm. Discover what's different in Downtown Brainerd.
  - **Venue**: Downtown Brainerd, Brainerd
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- **Event Name**: Sweeney Todd - The Demon Barber of Fleet Street at Central Lakes Community PAC
  - **Venue**: Central Lakes Community PAC
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- **Event Name**: Movie in the Park-Hocus Pocus
  - **Description**: 🎬 Mark Your Calendars for the next Movies in the Park! 🎬
Join us at the Lyman P. White Amphitheater for a fall evening under the stars.
📅 Friday, October 16
🎥 Movie: Hocus Pocus
🕘 Movie begins at 7:30 PM (or at dusk)
📍 Lyman P. White Amphitheater, located
  - **Venue**: 484 E River Rd, Brainerd, MN 56401-3502, United States
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- **Event Name**: Oktoberfest Dinner Cruise
  - **Description**: Celebrate the spirit of Oktoberfest aboard the Oktoberfest Day Cruise on Gull Lake. Includes warm Pretzels with mustard dipping sauce and Bratwurst Bites, plus 1 free Oktoberfest pint for adults.

With the crisp, cozy fall weather and beautiful leaves cha
  - **Venue**: 11000 Craguns Drive, Brainerd, MN, United States, Minnesota 56401
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- **Event Name**: Crowder
  - **Venue**: Gichi-Ziibi Center For The Arts
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- **Event Name**: Crowder LIVE! with Patrick Mayberry (Brainerd, MN)
  - **Description**: Crowder LIVE! with Patrick Mayberry
  - **Venue**: Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts
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- **Event Name**: Fall Arts & Crafts Festival
  - **Description**: Join us for the annual Fall Arts & Craft Festival at Brainerd High School! Shop a wonderful selection of handmade vendors featuring unique items, home décor, gifts, and so much more!
*New this year: enter at the Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts at Brai
  - **Venue**: Brainerd High School
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- **Event Name**: Family Pizza Cruise
  - **Description**: Looking for some family fun?  On the Lake?  Join us for the perfect combination of great food and lake views. This cruise includes some family favorites.  Freshly made and baked pizza, garlic bread and fruit salad.

Bask in the sun on our upper deck or en
  - **Venue**: 11000 Craguns Drive, Brainerd, MN, United States, Minnesota 56401
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Thanksgiving events in Brainerd?
  - **A:** Thanksgiving Eve w/ Axel and Betty LIVE at The Side Track! (Wed Nov 25 2026 at 08:30 pm at The Side Track).
- **Q**: How can I find Thanksgiving events in Brainerd?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Thanksgiving 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 Thanksgiving 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 Thanksgiving events in Brainerd?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Thanksgiving events in Brainerd include The Side Track.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Thanksgiving events in Brainerd?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Thanksgiving events in Brainerd include Braun Entertainment - Events.
- **Q**: Are there any online Thanksgiving events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Thanksgiving 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 Thanksgiving events in Brainerd?
  - **A:** Follow the Thanksgiving category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Thanksgiving events are listed in Brainerd.

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