Winter in Minnesota is welcomed more with every flake of snow and each inch of ice. Afterall, without an abundance of snow and ice we wouldn't be able to partake in the many winter activities we know and love. The Brainerd Lakes area hosts a number of Winter events each year to celebrate and highlight these winter activities:
2011-2012 Winter Events |
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Snowmobile/ATV Swap Meet - September 17, 2011
Ninth Annual Brainerd Snodeos Swap Meet! Bring your extra gear and parts to swap!
Bring your sled for radar runs!
The track will be open for testing! |
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Holiday Arts & Crafts Festival - November 12, 2011
Over 150 exhibitors, quality hand-crafted items! Free Admission, refreshments available. Sponsored by ISD #181 Community Education. |
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Sertoma Winter Wonderland - November 24, 2011 - January 1, 2012
This spectacular, new holiday tradition includes a driving tour of more than 60 colorfully lit displays that are sure to add a sparkle of excitement to the eyes of families throughout the Lakes Area. The excitement begins on Thursday, November 24, 2011 (Thanksgiving Day!). Winter Wonderland will be open Wednesday through Saturday from 5:30 - 8:30 pm. through 1/1/12. Check the Winter Wonderland calendar for Holiday Village hours, Signing Santa visits, date night, walking tour nights, and horse and wagon nights. |
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Nisswa City of Lights - November 25, 2011
Welcome the holiday season with holiday carolers and an explosion of color and lights. Horse drawn hay wagon rides, storytelling, bonfire & hot food are all part of Downtown Nisswa's Annual holiday lighting event. Free admission. |
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Festival of Lights - November 25, 2011
Celebrate the beginning of the Holiday season at the Annual Festival of Lights in Walker, MN. It is your chance to do some Holiday shopping at the fun retail shops in Walker. Santa and Mrs. Claus make a visit to Village Square to hear children's holiday wishes and pose for photos. A festival of Lights Parade begins at 6:00 pm. |
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World Famous Fish House Parade - November 25, 2011
Expect the un-ordinary as ice fish houses decorated in wacky and outrageous manners are paraded through downtown Aitkin. Enjoy live music, food, craft sales, a visit from Mr. & Mrs. Claus and more! |
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Christmas with the Lindberghs: 1918 - November 26, 2011
Step back in time and visit the Lindbergh home as costumed characters
portray family members and hired workers readying the house for
Christmas 1918. Tour the home and hear C.A. Lindbergh and how he lost the bid for the U.S. Senate, see “improvements” made to the house at the time, learn about the recent end of World War I in Europe, and find out what everyone’s hopes are for the new year of 1919. |
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The Steele Family Christmas - December 9 & 10, 2011
This multi-talented, nationally-recognized family will perform their annual Christmas show featuring holiday gospel and soul. |
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Rock n Roll Xmas Spectacular - December 14, 2011
Join us for this rockin' Christmas performance where you'll hear your favorite Christmas songs as you've never heard them before. |
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Ice Fest - Breezy Point - January 6-7, 2012
Annual Ice Fest Celebration at Breezy Point Resort. Fun for the whole family includes Radar Runs, Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides, Ice Auger Contest, Ice Slides, Pond Hockey, Snow Golf, Fireworks over the ice and more! Minnesota celebrates Winter! |
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Antique Snowmobile Rendezvous - January 20-22, 2012
Snowmobiles built in 1966 and before "race" at speeds up to 18 mph. Competitions include drag, oval, reverse oval and obstacle rallies. |
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$150,000 Ice Fishing Extravaganza - January 21, 2012
Ice fishing's largest prize package will be up for grabs as thousands of anglers take to the ice for a day of fun with family and friends. With over $150,000 in cash and prizes, this 22nd Annual event, hosted by the Brainerd Jaycee's is a can't miss affair! |
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Crosslake Winterfest - February 3-4, 2012
Enjoy Winter fun for the whole family! Various winter activities will take place throughout the weekend. |
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Arctic Blast Snowmobile Rally - February 11-12, 2012
Snowmobile with current and former Vikings players & cheerleaders at the Vikings Arctic Blast Snowmobile Rally. Gather prize tickets from designated Blast Points for a chance to win thousands of dollars in prizes. A fun way to enjoy Minnesota winters while raising dollars to benefit the Vikings Children's Fund. |
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Eelpout Festival - February 17-19, 2012
The International Eelpout Festival is an angling contest to experience! Held annually on Leech Lake (Walker, MN), this festival includes additional winter events such as Best Eelpout Encampment Judging, Polar Plunge, AquaVu Eelpout 500, Eelpout Bowl Rugby Tournament, Ice Fishing Olympics and International Ice Drilling Championships! |
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Polar Bear Plunge - March 3, 2012
Take the plunge into Pelican Lake to support Special Olympics. A costume contest is part of this event, which is organized by Minnesota Law Enforcement. |
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