Events Up North Oct. 13-19: Haunted trail in Brainerd, open mic in Park Rapids

Published October 10, 2025 at 8:09 AM CDT

Events this week include a story slam in Bemidji, an Indigenous People's Day event in Brainerd and a fundraiser for a dog park in Deer River.

It's another busy week in Northern Minnesota. Here are some events to check out:

Minnesota Forestry Association webinar - 4 p.m. Learn about common tree pests and diseases. This webinar is designed for Bemidji landowners dealing with the aftermath from this summer's storm, but anyone is welcome.
Indigenous People's Celebration - 4:30-7 p.m. at the Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts in Brainerd.
100+ Women Who Care Itasca Area collective giving event - 5 p.m. at Timberlake Lodge in Grand Rapids. Attendees each contribute $100 and nonprofits are nominated to receive the collective donation.

Northern Exposure to Lifelong Learning - 9:30-11 a.m. at the Bagley American Legion. Doug Ohman will present on the barns of Minnesota.

Scared Stoopid! Story Slam - Music at 6 p.m., stories at 7 p.m. at Bemidji Brewing. Pre-register to secure your spot. Call 218-444-7570.
Open Mic Night - 7-9 p.m. at Armory Arts & Event Center in Park Rapids.
Haunted trail - 7-9 p.m. at Northland Arboretum in Brainerd.

Ski Swap - 3-8 p.m. at Giant's Ridge in Biwabik. A portion of the sales will benefit Giant Ridge's ski patrol.
Haunted trail - 7-9 p.m. at Northland Arboretum in Brainerd.

Ski Swap - 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at Giant's Ridge in Biwabik. A portion of the sales will benefit Giant Ridge's ski patrol.
Designing the Future: Women in Engineering - 10 a.m. at Beltrami County History Center in Bemidji
Summer Muse Festival - 4-8 p.m. at Rail River Folk School in Bemidji.
Haunted trail - 7-9 p.m. at Northland Arboretum in Brainerd.

Waffle brunch fundraiser for Deer River Dog Park - 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Deer River Vets Club.

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Events Up North is made possible by the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund and the citizens of Minnesota.