Winter Fun in The Nisswa and Brainerd Lakes Area 2025
Looking for things to do in the Nisswa and Brainerd Lakes Area? We have compiled a list of activities, events, and things to do in the area. From winter festivals to ice fishing, snowmobiling, and snowshoeing, there is plenty of fun to be had in the Nisswa Lakes Area this winter. We will continue to update this list as more events are announced or submitted. Now, let’s explore the winter fun awaiting you in this beautiful regio
Upcoming Winter Fun:
If you're heading north or are a local resident, mark your calendar for these fantastic events:
Events
ICE FEST at Breezy Point Resort
Location: Breezy Point, MN
Dates: January 3, 2025 – January 4, 2025
THE JAKE HAAPAJOKI MEMORIAL CUP
Location: Baxter, MN
Date: January 4, 2025 | 1 PM
Deerwood Farmers Winter Market Location: Deerwood Auditorium, Deerwood, MN Date: January 11, 2025 | 9 AM - 2 PM Event Details
2025 Pequot Antique Snowmobile Rendezvous
Location: Pequot Lakes, MN
Dates: January 16 – January 18, 2025
Back to Hack 2025
Location: Hackensack, MN
Dates: January 17, 2025 – January 19, 2025
Midwest Comedy Tour at The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes
Location: Baxter, MN
Date: January 18, 2025 | 8-9:30 PM
Icykel Fat Bike Race
Location: Cuyuna Iron Range
Date: January 18, 2025
Winter Yoga Festival
Location: Brainerd, MN
Date: January 25, 2025 | 8:15-11:30 AM
Winterfest 2025
Location: Crosslake, MN
Dates: January 30, 2025 – February 1, 2025
3rd Annual Ice Cream Fundraiser for Pohl Children Foundation Northern Gifts & Sweets
Location: Nisswa, MN Date: February 1, 2025 | 11 AM - 5 PM Event Details
35th Annual Brainerd Jaycees Ice Fishing Extravaganza
Date: February 1, 2025 | 12-3 PM
Location: Hole In The Day Bay, Brainerd, MN
America's Ice Fishing Tournament - Virtual
Locations: Open to anglers in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, Michigan, North Dakota, and South Dakota
Date: February 8, 2025
Zuper Bowl Party at Zorbaz on Gull
Location: Lake Shore, MN
Date: February 9, 2025
Nisswa Winter Jubilee 2025
Location: Nisswa, MN
Dates: February 14, 2025 – February 16, 2025
Nisswa Fire Department Fishing Carnival at Nisswa Community Center Location: Nisswa, MN Date: February 16th, 2025 | 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Event Details
Triple Fest at Breezy Point Resort
Location: Breezy Point, MN
Dates: February 21, 2025 – February 22, 2025
2025 Gull Lake Frozen Fore Weekend
Location: Nisswa Lakes Area
Dates: February 21-23, 2025
Crappie Flog 2025 at Paradise Resort Bar & Grill
Location: Brainerd, MN
Date: February 22, 2025
De'vine at Grand View Lodge
Location: Grand View Lodge, Nisswa, MN
Date: February 28, 2025 - March 1, 2025
Ice Tee Open Golf on Ice Benefit for Camp Knutson at Moonlite Bay
Location: Crosslake, MN
Date: March 1, 2025 | 11 AM – 4 PM
Brainerd Boat Show at Northern Pacific Center
Location: Brainerd, MN
Dates: March 7, 2025 – March 9, 2025
51st Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Celebration
Location: Crosslake, MN
Date: March 15, 2025
Activities
Snowmobiling
Explore thrilling trails and rentals:
Tubing, Skiing, Snowboarding
Ice Fishing, Bait Shops, Fish House Rentals, Guides
Snowshoeing / Cross-Country Skiing
We will continue updating our list as more events are confirmed. Have a winter event? Submit your event here.
Stay connected with our weekly newsletters for the latest updates on events in the Nisswa Lakes Area. Sign up here.
Explore our Weekend Roll Call for a weekly overview of events including meat raffles, live music, bingo, and more!
Ready to embark on your winter adventure? Start planning your trip to the Nisswa and Brainerd Lakes Area today and let the magic of the season unfold!
All dates and activities are subject to change.