# Event Details

- **Event Name**: An Evening of Hope
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 04:30 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Join us for An Evening of Hope, a classic casino fundraiser on April 18, 2026, from 4:30-9:40pm at the Holiday Inn & Suites, 75 S 37th Ave, St. Cloud, MN!  This exciting night will feature a delicious meal, bar service, live music, a silent auction, and thrilling casino games — all to support a meaningful cause rooted in love, remembrance, and hope.

Bri’s Lodge, a program of What Would Bri Do, was created in memory of BriAnna Kruzel, a kindhearted and compassionate young woman who passed away unexpectedly at just 18 years old in 2013. BriAnna was known for her infectious smile and generous spirit, always giving her time to others. She was deeply involved in Girl Scouts, Big Brothers Big Sisters, and the Sartell Community Ed Dance Program. She was honored as the High School Big Sister of the Year and received the Youth Appreciation Award from the St. Cloud Optimist Club for her dedication to helping others. BriAnna’s family — her parents, Randy and Tami, and brothers Josh and Brandon — continue her legacy of giving back through the creation of What Would Bri Do. Their mission is simple yet powerful: to support grieving individuals, nurture their healing, and bring hope for the future. 

Located in Waite Park, Bri’s Lodge provides one-on-one grief companioning, support groups, and other programs such as Horses Healing Hearts, Healing Touch, and Healing Through the Five Senses workshops. These offerings provide individuals and families a safe space to heal, connect, and find comfort after loss. Our vision is to build a lodge in Central Minnesota — a peaceful retreat center where no one grieves alone.

Your attendance and support help us continue providing these vital programs and move closer to creating a dedicated retreat space. Please join us for this meaningful evening. For sponsorship opportunities or to donate silent auction items, we would be grateful for your involvement — please reach out to learn more.

If you can’t attend, you can still support by donating online or mailing a check to Bri’s Lodge, 406 Great Oak Drive, Waite Park, MN 56387.

Together, we can stack the deck in favor of healing and deal hope to those who need it most — keeping BriAnna’s bright and compassionate spirit alive in all we do.

Early Bird Tickets: $100 until March 10, 2026

Regular Price Tickets: $120 after March 10

A special thank-you to the Holiday Inn & Suites – for being our Presenting Sponsor!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/waite-park/an-evening-of-hope/200029618886052
- **Event Categories**: nonprofit, music, workshops, live-music, entertainment, holiday
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 39

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Waite Park
- **state**: MN
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 75 37th Ave, St Cloud
- **lat**: 45.55507
- **long**: -94.2036
- **full address**: 75 37th Ave, St Cloud, 100 37th Ave N, St Cloud, MN 56303-4050, United States, Waite Park

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is An Evening of Hope being held?
  - **A:** An Evening of Hope takes place on Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 04:30 pm to Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 04:30 pm at 75 37th Ave, St Cloud, 100 37th Ave N, St Cloud, MN 56303-4050, United States, Waite Park.
- **Q**: Who is organizing An Evening of Hope?
  - **A:** An Evening of Hope is organized by Bri's Lodge.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** An Evening of Hope is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Waite Park, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If An Evening of Hope sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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