The fastest show on earth returns to Brainerd International Raceway Aug. 20-23 for the 44th Annual NHRA Nationals. Fast passes. Packed stands. Big moments. One incredible weekend. Find event and lodging information on our website and plan your trip today!
ARTS & CULTURE
- Mean Girls at The Chalberg Theatre (July 30 – August 1)
- LAMF – Gala: Pas de Deux (July 31)
- Book Club at Carnegie Wellness (August 1)
- LAMF – Sound Garden at Northland Arboretum (August 1)
- LAMF – Brahms & The Schumanns (August 2)
COMMUNITY EVENTS & FUNDRAISERS
- Wine and Words 2026 (July 30-31)
- Puppiez & Prizez at Zorbaz on Gull (July 31)
- Bingo at Brainerd Eagles (August 1)
FOOD & DRINK
- Baxter Farmers Market (July 31)
- Food Truck: Rollin’ Dough (July 31)
- Main Street Market – Downtown Brainerd (July 31)
- Family Pizza & Games Cruise on Gull Lake (August 1)
- Wine-o’s with Rhinos at Safari North (August 1)
- Barkyard Sundays at Jack Pine Brewery (August 2)
- Brunch Cruise on Gull Lake (August 2)
- Cantina Dinner Cruise on Gull Lake (August 2)
HEALTH & WELLNESS
- Family Yoga at Carnegie Wellness (August 1)
- Rise & Shine Yoga + Hike (August 1)
- Yoga in the Park (August 1)
LIVE MUSIC
- American Outlaw Fest at The Green Lantern (July 31 – August 1)
- Karaoke at O’Neary’s Irish Pub (July 31 & August 1)
- Live Music at B*Merri (July 31)
- Live Music at Ernie’s on Gull (July 31)
- Live Music at Jack Pine Brewery (July 31)
- Live Music at Quarterdeck Resort (July 31)
- Live Music at The Side Track (July 31)
- Live Music at Zorbaz on Gull (July 31)
- Live Music at Ernie’s on Gull (August 1)
- Live Music at Quarterdeck Resort (August 1)
- Live Music at Zorbaz on Gull (August 1)
- Live Music at Quarterdeck Resort (August 2)
- Live Music at Zorbaz on Gull (August 2)
SHOPPING
- Wedding & Event Sale at Yesterday’s Gone (August 1-2)
SPORTS
- Powercruise at Brainerd International Raceway (July 31 – August 2)
- Saturday Night Racing at North Central Speedway (August 1)
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