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Camp Nisswa's Blog | Your Ultimate Guide to Local Events and Businesses
We are your go-to source for staying up-to-date with all the exciting events and businesses in the beautiful Nisswa and Brainerd Lakes Area. Whether you're a local resident or a visitor to this picturesque region in Minnesota, our blog is your one-stop-shop for discovering the best of what Nisswa and Brainerd Lakes have to offer.
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Celebrating America’s 250th Birthday at Nisswa Freedom Days
Relive Nisswa Freedom Days on July 3, 2026, through more than 120 photos from Camp Nisswa. See the parade, live music, turtle races, local food, smiling faces and the incredible North Star Fireworks display celebrating America’s 250th birthday.
Camp Nisswa
Jul 152 min read
Antlers Kitchen + Wine Bar: A Stop That Belongs On Your List
Explore Antlers Kitchen + Wine Bar in Breezy Point, MN, a tucked-away Breezy Point Resort restaurant with patio dining, golf course views, wine, cocktails, happy hour, live music, and a menu featuring jerk shrimp, crab cakes, pork porterhouse, bread service, and after-golf favorites.
Camp Nisswa
Jun 237 min read
18th Annual Cherry Car Show Photo Gallery
Take a look at Camp Nisswa's photo gallery from the 18th Annual Cherry Car Show on June 6, 2026, at Trailside Park in Pequot Lakes, Minnesota. Discover classic cars, restored vintage vehicles, custom builds, and community moments from this annual Pequot Lakes/Breezy Point Lions Club tradition.
Camp Nisswa
Jun 161 min read
Zorbaz Gull Lake Challenge Swim Race 2026 Photo Gallery
Explore Camp Nisswa’s photo gallery from the 2026 Zorbaz Gull Lake Challenge & Peter Johnson Memorial Swim Race on Lake Margaret in Nisswa, MN. A classic Lakes Area morning featuring swimmers, volunteers, safety crews, and the finish at Zorbaz on Gull.
Camp Nisswa
Jun 161 min read
Breezy Point Aviation Day 2026 Photo Gallery
Explore our Breezy Point Aviation Day 2026 photo gallery featuring aircraft displays, classic cars, emergency vehicles, a helicopter, free lunch, and family-friendly fun at Breezy Point Airport in the Nisswa Lakes Area.
Camp Nisswa
May 52 min read
Breezy Point Figure Skating Club Photo Gallery: United Skates of America
Camp Nisswa shares a photo gallery from United Skates of America, a Breezy Point Figure Skating Club show that highlighted the talent, hard work, and heart of local young skaters. See highlights from a fun afternoon on the ice and learn how to support future shows.
Camp Nisswa
Apr 212 min read
Mount Ski Gull Water Skip Photo Gallery | Last Day of the 2025-2026 Winter Season
Camp Nisswa was on the hill for the Mount Ski Gull Water Skip on March 29, 2026, as the 2025-2026 winter season went out with costumes, smiles, cold-water chaos, and plenty of wipeouts. Check out the photo gallery from one of the most fun spring scenes in the Nisswa Lakes Area.
Camp Nisswa
Apr 82 min read
Taste of the Lakes 2026 Photo Gallery: Big Flavor for a Great Cause
Take a look back at Taste of the Lakes 2026 through our Camp Nisswa photo gallery from Northern Pacific Center, where great food, community support, and a packed room helped raise money for the Brainerd Family YMCA and celebrate top restaurants from across the Lakes Area.
Camp Nisswa
Mar 252 min read
Rafferty’s Original and Woodfired Pizza in Crosby Is Worth the Drive
Discover why Rafferty’s Original and Woodfired Pizza in Crosby, MN is worth the drive. Camp Nisswa explores the story behind the woodfired oven, the people crafting the pizzas, and why this Downtown Crosby restaurant is a favorite for locals and mountain bikers alike.
Camp Nisswa
Mar 106 min read
Behind the Scenes at Grand View Lodge: de’Vine’s Heritage Wine Dinner
Camp Nisswa got a behind-the-scenes look at Grand View Lodge’s de’Vine Heritage Wine Dinner in the Northwoods-style Heritage Room. Five courses, curated wine pairings, a top-notch team, and an experience worth putting on the calendar for locals and visitors alike.
Camp Nisswa
Mar 45 min read
The Great Nisswa Snowdown | Nisswa Winter Jubilee 2026 Photo Gallery
Take a look back at Nisswa Winter Jubilee 2026 with Camp Nisswa’s photo gallery from The Great Nisswa Snowdown, including Friday night kickoff events, Saturday parade and contests, Nisswa Lions community meal, the Fire Department Fishing Derby, and more.
Camp Nisswa
Feb 255 min read
MESC TripleFest at Breezy Point Resort | Camp Nisswa Photo Gallery (Saturday)
Check out Camp Nisswa’s Saturday photo gallery from MESC TripleFest at Breezy Point Resort (Feb. 20-21, 2026). This was our first year at TripleFest, and we had a blast capturing the action, the energy, and some seriously fast sleds on the snow.
Camp Nisswa
Feb 251 min read
2026 Brainerd Jaycees Ice Fishing Extravaganza on Gull Lake
A photo gallery and recap from the 2026 Brainerd Jaycees Ice Fishing Extravaganza on Gull Lake. From center ice and Busch Light curling to the weigh-in tent and thousands on the ice, this Camp Nisswa blog captures one of Minnesota’s biggest winter traditions.
Camp Nisswa
Feb 64 min read
Brainerd Warrior Alpine Holiday Invite Photo Gallery
Photo gallery from the Brainerd Warrior Alpine Holiday Invite at Mount Ski Gull in Nisswa. The Brainerd girls took first place while the Lakes Area boys won the team title. Includes full team scores and individual results from January 3, 2026.
Camp Nisswa
Jan 141 min read
A Winter Skate Through the Woods at Northland Arboretum
Experience the forest ice skating trail at Northland Arboretum, a one-of-a-kind winter adventure that winds through the woods. This guide shares what to expect, who it’s best for, how skate rentals work, and why it’s a must-try winter activity in the Lakes Area.
Camp Nisswa
Jan 53 min read
Nisswa City of Lights 2025: Through the Lens of a Magical Night
Step into the magic of the 2025 Nisswa City of Lights. Our photo gallery captures packed streets, smiling faces, and the festive energy that filled Downtown Nisswa. Thank you to the Chamber, volunteers, local businesses, and North Star Fireworks for another unforgettable night.
Camp Nisswa
Dec 4, 20252 min read
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