Brainerd Events 2026-2027
Your guide to live events and things to do in Brainerd, MN, and nearby areas.
- Updated: November 14, 2026
Events take place across Brainerd throughout 2026, including major concerts, sports, and live performances happening every week. Browse by date, venue, or category to find what’s happening near you.
- 36 Upcoming Events
- 0 Events This Weekend
- 3 Event Venues
- 8 Event Categories
Browse Events By Category
- All Events 36
- concerts 5
- broadway 25
- Live Shows 31
- family 2
Best Events This Week & This Month
Explore featured Brainerd events including top shows, concerts, sports, and major live experiences across the city.
Brainerd Events: Today, This Month & Dates
Upcoming Events in Brainerd
Browse events in 2026 by date and venue, including concerts, shows, sports, and more across the city and nearby areas.Upcoming Confirmed Events 36
- Nov 21, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — Concert, Weekend Event: Collective Unconscious: The Last Waltz at Central Lakes Community Performing Arts Center,
501 W College Dr, Brainerd, MN 56401, US. From $48, Avg. price ~ $103, Tickets Available: 59. Select Seats - Dec 01, 2026, 7:00 PM Tue — MUSICAL / PLAY: How the Grinch Stole Christmas at Central Lakes Community Performing Arts Center, 501 W College Dr, Brainerd, MN 56401, US. From $27, Avg. price ~ $31, 2 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 02, 2026, 7:00 PM Wed — MUSICAL / PLAY, Best Value: How the Grinch Stole Christmas at Central Lakes Community Performing Arts Center, 501 W College Dr, Brainerd, MN 56401, US. From $16, Avg. price ~ $18, 1 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 03, 2026, 7:00 PM Thu — MUSICAL / PLAY: How the Grinch Stole Christmas at Central Lakes Community Performing Arts Center, 501 W College Dr, Brainerd, MN 56401, US. From $27, Avg. price ~ $31, 2 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 04, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Pay Later Available: How the Grinch Stole Christmas at Central Lakes Community Performing Arts Center, 501 W College Dr, Brainerd, MN 56401, US. From $455, Avg. price ~ $564, 9 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 05, 2026, 2:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Weekend Event, Pay Later Available: How the Grinch Stole Christmas at Central Lakes Community Performing Arts Center, 501 W College Dr, Brainerd, MN 56401, US. From $455, Avg. price ~ $564, 9 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 06, 2026, 2:00 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: How the Grinch Stole Christmas at Central Lakes Community Performing Arts Center, 501 W College Dr, Brainerd, MN 56401, US. From $66, Avg. price ~ $68, 2 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 10, 2026, 7:00 PM Thu — BALLET, Pay Later Available: World Ballet Company: The Nutcracker at Gichi-Ziibi Center For The Arts, 602 S 5th St., Brainerd, MN 56401, US. From $144, Avg. price ~ $208, Tickets Available: 63. Select Seats
- Dec 11, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — BALLET, Pay Later Available: World Ballet Company: The Nutcracker at Gichi-Ziibi Center For The Arts, 602 S 5th St., Brainerd, MN 56401, US. From $102, Avg. price ~ $187, Tickets Available: 90. Select Seats
- Dec 12, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — HOLIDAY, Weekend Event: Rock n Roll Xmas Spectacular at Central Lakes Community Performing Arts Center, 501 W College Dr, Brainerd, MN 56401, US. From $53, Avg. price ~ $105, Tickets Available: 45. Select Seats
- Dec 13, 2026, 5:00 PM Sun — JAZZ / BLUES, Weekend Event: Blue Violin's Retro Rock & Roll Christmas at Gichi-Ziibi Center For The Arts, 602 S 5th St., Brainerd, MN 56401, US. From $52, Avg. price ~ $76, Tickets Available: 94. Select Seats
- Dec 16, 2026, 7:00 PM Wed — NEW AGE: Lorie Line at John Chalberg Theatre At Central Lakes College, 501 West College Drive, Brainerd, MN 56401, US. From $86, Avg. price ~ $99, 2 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Jan 12, 2027, 7:00 PM Tue — MUSICAL / PLAY: Triple Espresso at Central Lakes Community Performing Arts Center, 501 W College Dr, Brainerd, MN 56401, US. From $48, Avg. price ~ $99, Tickets Available: 37. Select Seats
- Jan 29, 2027, 7:00 PM Fri — Concert: Garth Live - Tribute to Garth Brooks at Central Lakes Community Performing Arts Center, 501 W College Dr, Brainerd, MN 56401, US. From $48, Avg. price ~ $99, Tickets Available: 55. Select Seats
- Jan 29, 2027, 7:00 PM Fri — Concert: Garth Live - Tribute to Garth Brooks at Gichi-Ziibi Center For The Arts, 602 S 5th St., Brainerd, MN 56401, US. From $51, Avg. price ~ $67, Tickets Available: 49. Select Seats
- Feb 12, 2027, 7:00 PM Fri — POP / ROCK: Fabulous Armadillos at Central Lakes Community Performing Arts Center, 501 W College Dr, Brainerd, MN 56401, US. From $48, Avg. price ~ $65, 6 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Feb 19, 2027, 7:00 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY: Four Old Broads at Central Lakes Community Performing Arts Center, 501 W College Dr, Brainerd, MN 56401, US. From $26, Avg. price ~ $30, Tickets Available: 40. Select Seats
- Feb 20, 2027, 2:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: Four Old Broads at Central Lakes Community Performing Arts Center, 501 W College Dr, Brainerd, MN 56401, US. From $26, Avg. price ~ $30, Tickets Available: 44. Select Seats
- Feb 21, 2027, 2:00 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: Four Old Broads at Central Lakes Community Performing Arts Center, 501 W College Dr, Brainerd, MN 56401, US. From $26, Avg. price ~ $30, Tickets Available: 43. Select Seats
- Feb 26, 2027, 7:00 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY: Four Old Broads at Central Lakes Community Performing Arts Center, 501 W College Dr, Brainerd, MN 56401, US. From $26, Avg. price ~ $30, Tickets Available: 42. Select Seats
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Brainerd Events by Month
Monthly pages help you find upcoming events by season, weekend, and date.
Events by Show & Venue
Browse Brainerd events by show and venue. Explore performance schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates across the city.
Collective Unconscious
501 W College Dr, Brainerd, MN 56401
Upcoming Events: 2
Nov 21, 2026 7:00 PM
How The Grinch Stole Christmas
501 W College Dr, Brainerd, MN 56401
Upcoming Events: 116
Dec 01, 2026 7:00 PM
World Ballet Company
602 S 5th St., Brainerd, MN 56401
Upcoming Events: 118
Dec 10, 2026 7:00 PM
The Nutcracker
602 S 5th St., Brainerd, MN 56401
Upcoming Events: 2183
Dec 11, 2026 7:00 PM
Rock n Roll Xmas Spectacular
501 W College Dr, Brainerd, MN 56401
Upcoming Events: 9
Dec 12, 2026 7:00 PM
Blue Violin
602 S 5th St., Brainerd, MN 56401
Upcoming Events: 2
Dec 13, 2026 5:00 PM
Lorie Line
501 West College Drive, Brainerd, MN 56401
Upcoming Events: 23
Dec 16, 2026 7:00 PM
Triple Espresso
501 W College Dr, Brainerd, MN 56401
Upcoming Events: 19
Jan 12, 2027 7:00 PM
Garth Live - Tribute to Garth Brooks
602 S 5th St., Brainerd, MN 56401
Upcoming Events: 3
Jan 29, 2027 7:00 PM
Fabulous Armadillos
501 W College Dr, Brainerd, MN 56401
Upcoming Events: 3
Feb 12, 2027 7:00 PM
Four Old Broads
501 W College Dr, Brainerd, MN 56401
Upcoming Events: 11
Feb 19, 2027 7:00 PM
Danny Gokey
602 S 5th St., Brainerd, MN 56401
Upcoming Events: 17
Apr 03, 2027 7:00 PM
One Night In Memphis
501 W College Dr, Brainerd, MN 56401
Upcoming Events: 8
Apr 09, 2027 7:00 PM
The Adventures of Tom Sawyer
501 W College Dr, Brainerd, MN 56401
Upcoming Events: 6
Apr 23, 2027 7:00 PM
Dear Evan Hansen
501 W College Dr, Brainerd, MN 56401
Upcoming Events: 160
Jun 03, 2027 7:00 PM
From long-running shows to packed venues, this list breaks down what’s playing across Brainerd. Check schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates by show and location.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about tickets, prices, and game day details.
What events are happening in Brainerd right now?
A little bit of everything — concerts, shows, sports, comedy. Brainerd rarely sits still. Check the schedule above to see what’s happening today, this week, or whenever you finally make plans.
How often is the event schedule updated?
Pretty often — like, more than your group chat actually commits to plans. New events get added as soon as dates and venues are confirmed.
Can I browse events by date or venue?
Yep. Filter by date, venue, or category and skip the endless scrolling. Your future self will appreciate it.
Are events held year-round in Brainerd?
Yeah — Brainerd doesn’t really take a season off. There’s always something going on, even when the weather’s doing its thing.
Where do events take place in Brainerd?
Everywhere — arenas, theaters, stadiums, clubs, and venues across Brainerd, MN. Big stages, small stages, and everything in between.
Do new events get added regularly?
All the time. If a tour drops or a game gets scheduled, it usually shows up here faster than you hear about it from friends.
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