# Events & Things To Do In Brainerd This Weekend | May 15-17, 2026| AllEvents

- **Subtitle**: Brainerd is a city full of experiences, activities and events. Explore some of the best things to do in Brainerd this weekend and make your Friday, Saturday and Sunday full of fun and excitement.
- **Category**: Weekend
- **Display Name**: Events this weekend
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## Weekend Events in Brainerd

- **Event Name**: Elbow Foundation Open 2026
  - **Description**: Grab your clubs, rally your crew, and get ready for one of the most fun charity golf events of the summer! The Elbow Foundation Open is back for 2026 at the beautiful Cragun’s Legacy Courses in Brainerd.

A huge thank you to our Primary Sponsor, National
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  - **Date**: Sun May 17 2026 at 10:00 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/brainerd/elbow-foundation-open-2026/200029817822728
  - **Venue**: Cragun's Legacy Courses
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  - **Categories**: sports, nonprofit, workshops, contests, charities, tournaments, golf
- **Event Name**: Brainerd Fishing Clinic
  - **Description**: Experience the Joy of Fishing at Lum Park!
Create lasting memories at our free Kids Fishing Clinic! On Saturday, May 16th, 2026, we're hosting a special day of outdoor adventure for young anglers ages 4-12. Our experienced mentors will guide children thro
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  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat May 16 2026 at 01:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/brainerd/brainerd-fishing-clinic/200029983535647
  - **Venue**: 1619 Washington St NE, Brainerd, MN 56401-2573, United States
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  - **Categories**: trips-adventures, Kids, Contests
- **Event Name**: Yoga Nidra
  - **Description**: Dive into deep rest and relaxation in this 75-minute Yoga Nidra class. The first 30 minutes includes meditation and gentle, restorative movement to shift into a deep state of conscious sleep for the rest of the class.  With Yoga Nidra, or yogic sleep we g
  - **Date**: Sun May 17 2026 at 05:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/brainerd/yoga-nidra/200030056460022
  - **Venue**: 206 N. 7th St, 56401
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  - **Categories**: Workshops, health-wellness
- **Event Name**: Karaoke Night with DJ PeacheeKeen! Saturday Fun!
  - **Description**: Find out once and for all if you're a rockstar or a shower-singer 🤣 

Just imagine this… The scene is set, the mic is waiting, and the drinks are flowing. You are about the show off your talents ✨ 
…This doesn’t have to be a dream! O’Neary’s has karaoke t
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  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/brainerd/karaoke-night-with-dj-peacheekeen-saturday-fun/200030009156802
  - **Venue**: O'Neary's Irish Pub
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  - **Categories**: karaoke, music, performances
- **Event Name**: DIY Evening Botanicals Soap Class
  - **Description**: Imagine a soft spring breeze, rich with the clean scent of a fresh fallen rain and the floral aroma of the local botanicalsas you settle in to a peaceful evening bath. We captured all of this in a lovely DIY soap class! Come join us and create this fun so
  - **Date**: Sun May 17 2026 at 02:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/brainerd/diy-evening-botanicals-soap-class/200030042536423
  - **Venue**: 719 Laurel Street, Brainerd, MN, United States, Minnesota 56401
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  - **Categories**: Workshops
- **Event Name**: Medieval Masquerade Ball
  - **Description**: Step back in time and dance the night away at our epic Medieval Masquerade Ball—masks, music, and magic await!About this EventMedieval Masquerade BallStep back in time and join us for a Magical Evening at the
  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sat May 16 2026 at 11:59 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/brainerd/medieval-masquerade-ball/100001981859939429
  - **Venue**: Passport Restaurant & Catering
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  - **Price**: USD 25 to 60
  - **Categories**: parties, music, contests
- **Event Name**: Organic Roots Schoolhouse 2026-2027 School Year Open House
  - **Description**: 🌿 Organic Roots Schoolhouse Open House 🌿

We would love to welcome you to our forest school community! Join us for an Open House at Organic Roots Schoolhouse to explore our nature-based learning environment and learn about enrollment for the 2026–2027 sch
  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 09:00 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/brainerd/organic-roots-schoolhouse-2026-2027-school-year-open-house/200029952174201
  - **Venue**: 13917 Shawkia Dr, Brainerd, MN, United States, Minnesota 56401
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- **Event Name**: FLC Youth Rummage Sale (Fundraiser for the FLC Youth)
  - **Description**: The Youth are having a rummage sale to raise funds for their summer activities.  Collections of items for donate will be May 10th thru the 15th at the Church in the Koinonia please use the alley entrance or Norwood St entrance.  More info on these drop of
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  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 08:00 am – Sat May 16 2026 at 02:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/brainerd/flc-youth-rummage-sale-fundraiser-for-the-flc-youth/200029952172652
  - **Venue**: 424 S 8th St, Brainerd, MN, United States, Minnesota 56401
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## Trending Events in Brainerd

- **Event Name**: Lakes Jam: Bailey Zimmerman  Josh Ross  & Ashland Craft - Saturday
  - **Description**: ✨ Embark on an extraordinary journey at Lakes Jam: Bailey Zimmerman  Josh Ross  & Ashland Craft - Saturday, where every moment promises to be unforgettable! 🌟 Imagine of transforming Brainerd International Raceway in
  - **Venue**: Brainerd International Raceway
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- **Event Name**: NHRA Brainerd Nationals - Thursday
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Brainerd International Raceway
🏠 Address: 5523 Birchdale Road, Brainerd, MN 56401
🌆 City: Brainerd
📍 Location: 46.417, -94.2849🎉 Welcome to NHRA Brainerd Nationals - Thursday, where dreams come alive and possibilities are endles
  - **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🎉 Prepare to be amazed at NHRA Brainerd Nationals - Friday, the most anticipated gathering of the sea
  - **Venue**: Brainerd International Raceway
- **Event Name**: Leavin' Page Town @ Lakes Jam Music Festival
  - **Description**: Leavin’ Page Town is officially returning to Lakes Jam in 2026 this time on the 2nd Stage in the Concert Bowl!
We’re fired up to bring the Go On ’n Fly Tour to one of the Midwest’s most iconic festival weekends on Thursday June 25th.

Lakes Jam has become
  - **Venue**: Lakes Jam
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- **Event Name**: NHRA Nationals at Brainerd International Raceway
  - **Description**: ✨ Enter a world of endless possibilities at NHRA Nationals at Brainerd International Raceway, where every moment tells a story! 🏛️ The stunning Brainerd International Raceway in vibrant Brainerd,
  - **Venue**: Brainerd International Raceway
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- **Event Name**: Girls Night Out @ 2026 Lakes Jam
  - **Description**: Gemini said
Get ready to kick off the ultimate summer party at the 2026 Lakes Jam Festival! 🎸🌟

Dust off your boots and grab your besties because we’re starting the weekend with a high-energy celebration of the icons who built country music. Join us for a
  - **Venue**: Lakes Jam
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- **Event Name**: Tucker Wetmore in Brainerd
  - **Description**: 🎶 Don't Miss Tucker Wetmore Live in Brainerd on Friday, June 26, 2026! 🎶
Are you ready to experience Tucker Wetmore like never before? With chart-topping hits like Wind Up Missin’ You, Wine Into Whiskey and Steal My Thunder
  - **Venue**: Brainerd International Raceway
- **Event Name**: 4th of July Fireworks Cruise
  - **Description**: Celebrate Independence Day in style with the July 4th Fireworks Cruise on Gull Lake - a guest favorite that sells out quickly every year! Enjoy a festive evening featuring gourmet hot dogs, brats, and savory chips while taking in the stunning lake views.
  - **Venue**: 11000 Craguns Drive, Brainerd, MN, United States, Minnesota 56401
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- **Event Name**: NHRA Nationals
  - **Description**: 🌟 Be part of history at NHRA Nationals, an extraordinary gathering that will captivate your imagination! 🏛️ The prestigious Brainerd International Raceway in Brainerd, MN sets the stage f
  - **Venue**: Brainerd International Raceway
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Weekend events in Brainerd?
  - **A:** Elbow Foundation Open 2026 (Sun May 17 2026 at 10:00 am at Cragun's Legacy Courses), Brainerd Fishing Clinic (Sat May 16 2026 at 09:00 am at 1619 Washington St NE, Brainerd, MN 56401-2573, United States), Yoga Nidra (Sun May 17 2026 at 05:30 pm at 206 N. 7th St, 56401), Karaoke Night with DJ PeacheeKeen! Saturday Fun! (Sat May 16 2026 at O'Neary's Irish Pub), DIY Evening Botanicals Soap Class (Sun May 17 2026 at 02:00 pm at 719 Laurel Street, Brainerd, MN, United States, Minnesota 56401).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Brainerd today May 16, 2026?
  - **A:** Brainerd Fishing Clinic (Sat May 16 2026 at 09:00 am at 1619 Washington St NE, Brainerd, MN 56401-2573, United States), Karaoke Night with DJ PeacheeKeen! Saturday Fun! (Sat May 16 2026 at O'Neary's Irish Pub), Medieval Masquerade Ball (Sat May 16 2026 at 06:00 pm at Passport Restaurant & Catering), Organic Roots Schoolhouse 2026-2027 School Year Open House (Sat May 16 2026 at 09:00 am at 13917 Shawkia Dr, Brainerd, MN, United States, Minnesota 56401), FLC Youth Rummage Sale (Fundraiser for the FLC Youth) (Sat May 16 2026 at 08:00 am at 424 S 8th St, Brainerd, MN, United States, Minnesota 56401).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Brainerd this weekend May 15–17, 2026?
  - **A:** Elbow Foundation Open 2026 (Sun May 17 2026 at 10:00 am at Cragun's Legacy Courses), Brainerd Fishing Clinic (Sat May 16 2026 at 09:00 am at 1619 Washington St NE, Brainerd, MN 56401-2573, United States), Yoga Nidra (Sun May 17 2026 at 05:30 pm at 206 N. 7th St, 56401), Karaoke Night with DJ PeacheeKeen! Saturday Fun! (Sat May 16 2026 at O'Neary's Irish Pub), DIY Evening Botanicals Soap Class (Sun May 17 2026 at 02:00 pm at 719 Laurel Street, Brainerd, MN, United States, Minnesota 56401).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Brainerd in May 2026?
  - **A:** Elbow Foundation Open 2026 (Sun May 17 2026 at 10:00 am at Cragun's Legacy Courses), Brainerd Fishing Clinic (Sat May 16 2026 at 09:00 am at 1619 Washington St NE, Brainerd, MN 56401-2573, United States), Yoga Nidra (Sun May 17 2026 at 05:30 pm at 206 N. 7th St, 56401), Karaoke Night with DJ PeacheeKeen! Saturday Fun! (Sat May 16 2026 at O'Neary's Irish Pub), DIY Evening Botanicals Soap Class (Sun May 17 2026 at 02:00 pm at 719 Laurel Street, Brainerd, MN, United States, Minnesota 56401).
- **Q**: How can I find Weekend events in Brainerd?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Weekend 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 Weekend 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 Weekend events in Brainerd?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Weekend events in Brainerd include Cragun's Legacy Courses, 1619 Washington St NE, Brainerd, MN 56401-2573, United States, 206 N. 7th St, 56401.
- **Q**: What is the price range for Weekend events in Brainerd?
  - **A:** Prices for Weekend events in Brainerd range from USD 25 to USD 60. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Weekend events in Brainerd?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Weekend events in Brainerd include Elbow Foundation, Brainerd Parks and Recreation, Carnegie Wellness.
- **Q**: Are there any online Weekend events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Weekend 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 Weekend events in Brainerd?
  - **A:** Follow the Weekend category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Weekend events are listed in Brainerd.

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