This weekend in Brainerd, MN

Take your off-road riding skills up a notch at the I Can Mountain Bike Skills Clinic. You’ll practice key techniques like shifting, braking, body positioning, and learn basic safety and trail etiquette on a closed skills course. After the instruction, there’s a group ride to put everything into practice. Small groups and experienced instructors help you leave with skills you can use on your own. The program is about two and a half hours long. Ages 10+ are welcome, and anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Pricing is $35 for adults and $20 for youth (ages 10-18), with taxes not included.

Enjoy a one-hour outdoor yoga class with Monroe Yoga at Gregory Park that centers the mind, links breath to movement, and builds strength, balance, and flexibility. The session welcomes all levels, including beginners, experienced practitioners, and prenatal students. Children may participate with an accompanying adult, and the same rate applies for each participant. Please bring your own yoga mat, blanket, or towel, as props will not be provided. Practice takes place in the grassy area near the back of the park. The cost is $15 per student. Please sign up in advance through the Monroe Yoga Facebook event, by private message, or by submitting payment via Venmo or PayPal. Cash is accepted on the day of class. The class will be cancelled if fewer than five students commit, with weather updates shared on the event and the Monroe Yoga page. Refunds will be issued if the class is cancelled. For questions, contact Jessica Monroe at jrdoud@hotmail.com.

Nurture tired feet and legs with a calming Wellness Saturday session focused on gentle recovery and relaxation. The practice begins with a yin sequence featuring Legs Up the Wall (Viparita Karani) to encourage circulation and ease lower-body fatigue. Then, learn self-massage with Tune Up Balls to wake up the feet, release tight arches, and soften the calves, supporting comfortable movement and ease. The session closes with a grounding restorative pose, using bolsters for full-body support while cool lavender pillows rest on the legs to invite deep release and relaxation. This class suits anyone who spends long hours standing, walking, or exercising, as well as those seeking dedicated care for the lower body. All levels are welcome, and participants often leave feeling lighter, refreshed, and deeply grounded. First-time students attend free. Drop-in is $25 per person. Class packs are available at 5 for $75 or 10 for $130. A high school and college student discount pass offers 3 classes for $30. To register, select Going on the event page, and reach out with any questions.

Hat Lady Biz is hosting a hands-on workshop in Crosby where you can make your own suede ball cap or western-style hat. You’ll go through guided hat-making and get time for DIY design and final touches, with check-in opening at 12:30 PM. Seating is first come, first served, and food and beverages will be available during the event. Tickets are required and walk-ins aren’t allowed.

Sunshine's offers fresh brisket smoked low and slow for 14 hours, served right off the smoker every Saturday.

All summer long, The Smoking Desk brings a monthly showcase to Jack Pine Brewery, performing every second Saturday. Sets feature originals such as Rollin' On, Stories, and Find My Way Home, along with familiar favorites like Can't You See and By and By. New songs will appear throughout the season, and the series wraps up later in the summer, offering multiple chances to enjoy local music and support a local business. The taproom brews on site for fresh pours, with core beers including Duck Pond and Dead Branch, plus the jalapeno cream ale Vengeance. There are also hard seltzers, craft sodas, and THC beverages.

At Crow Wing County Fairgrounds, the Crow Wing County Fair Baja features two classes of racing. One is for 4 cylinder cars measuring 99 inches or less, and the other is for 6 cylinder cars. The program moves from pit access and the close of registration to practice laps and a drivers meeting, then the races begin. All competition follows Baja rules.

BAJA RALLY RACING at Crow Wing County Fair offers family-friendly entertainment for all ages. Pit gates will be open.

An outdoor, family-friendly salute to American music features the full LAMF Symphony Orchestra in a program marking the nation’s 250th birthday. The lineup includes favorites such as John Philip Sousa’s Stars and Stripes Forever and Aaron Copland’s Appalachian Spring, alongside music by Joan Tower, plus a special appearance by Broadway soprano Andrea Ross. Food trucks and a beer tent contribute to a lively summer evening. Attendees can bring a lawn chair, a friend, and a love of music. Admission is free and tickets are not required.

Family Fun Day brings the community together at Gregory Park for a free celebration filled with games, activities, prizes, and giveaways. Hosted by the Relationship Safety Alliance, this family-friendly gathering welcomes all ages and offers a chance to learn about the organization’s programs and services. Those interested in donating, volunteering, or sponsoring can call 218-828-1216 for more information. Please note that vendor participation is free, and any posts promoting vendor sign-ups or fees are fraudulent and should be reported.

Set out on Gull Lake for a laid-back brunch cruise hosted by Cragun’s, where calm water views and fresh breezes meet classic morning fare. Enjoy a hearty spread featuring scrambled eggs, roasted pork sausage, applewood smoked bacon, roasted breakfast potatoes, assorted pastries, fresh fruit salad, individual yogurts, and cinnamon raisin granola, with milks and a variety of juices alongside. Take in the scenery from the upper deck or unwind inside the main cabin for an easygoing ride on the water. Each ticket includes two complimentary mimosas for a celebratory flourish. There is also a note that beverages are not included in the ticket price.

The Brainerd Ski Loons Water Ski Show Team takes to the water with coordinated ballet style formations and exciting aerial tricks off the ski jump. Attendees can bring chairs, and concessions will be available from the Ski Loons. This community based nonprofit supports personal development, teamwork, and community involvement through water sports.