When planning holiday get-togethers, it’s a good idea to have a list of places to go with friends and family, because there is only so much visiting one can do. After the games, puzzles, food, movies and merriment, consider checking out these Brainerd/Baxter attractions.
  • Indoor Water Parks – Holiday Inn Express, The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes and Rapid River all have indoor water parks with different features. Each one typically has a limited number of day passes available if you aren’t staying at the hotel, just call ahead or look online.
  • Lakes Party & Bounce House – Have your kids jump off some energy, play, or throw a party for them in the 6,000-square foot facility of fun inflatables. There’s even a separate toddler area specifically designed for your youngest bouncers.
  • Big Jay’s Pizza Arcade – A social destination for all ages! Big Jay’s is proud to serve up scratch made pizza, frosty beer on tap, and old school entertainment 7 days a week.
  • Catch a Cinema at Lakes 12 Movie Theater – There’s nothing better than warm popcorn, cozy seats, and a great movie.
  • Crossing Arts Alliance – Not only do they host inspiring monthly exhibits, there is always a plethora of kids arts programming, workshops, artist talks and features. Check out their website for the latest schedule of activities.
  • Dragon Forge Games – A retail shop that specializes in table-top games & accessories. They provide a fun & creative space where you can play & purchase your favorite games!
  • Copper Cat Escape Games – An Escape Room is an immersive real life adventure game. Your group of adventurers can discover clues, solve puzzles, and complete the objectives in a limited amount of time. They offer three different themed rooms sure to entertain the whole family!
  • Jack’s House – Jack’s House is a bowling center with an arcade, a golf simulator and it’s own Shirley’s Classic Grille. Host a party, or just come in to bowl and for a bite to eat!
  • DIY Classes – There are a a few places around town that host fun and unique workshops throughout the year. Landsburg Landscape Nursery often has flower and plant workshops, Northland Arboretum hosts an array of art and nature workshops, as well as Copper Creek. Painting with Bridget is hosted a few times a month at CC’s bar, and The Traveling Art Pub usually makes a few stops in town a month as well!

For more inspiration be sure to check out our business directory, lodging page and calendar of events. We hope you enjoy your visit to Brainerd and Baxter, MN, this year.

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