Park Rapids

Events this week include a family forest day in Bemidji and an artist reception near Deerwood.

Mike Wiener narrowly defeated Paul Utke in the Aug. 11, 2026, primary. Utke was initially reported as the winner due to an error in the results reporting in Todd County.

KAXE's weekly list of concerts near you features Bayfront Blues Fest (Fabulous Thunderbirds, Southern Hospitality, Johnny Rawls, John Primer and more), Two Hearted, and Justice For Stringbean.

Events this week include Mines and Pines Revisited in Hibbing, a program on pond critters at Lake Bemidji State Park and a night out in Brainerd.

Northern Light Opera Company presents “Cabaret” July 31 through Aug. 8 at the Armory Arts and Event Center in Park Rapids.

Events this week also include the opening of Lakes Area Music Festival in Brainerd, performances of "Cabaret" in Park Rapids and the Lake Bemidji Dragon Boat Festival.

Forty-six lakes, rivers, streams and wetlands were added, including Big Stony Lake near Park Rapids, Emily Lake in Crow Wing County and Birch Lake in Hackensack.

Events this week include "Hello, Dolly!" in Hibbing, a book sale in Park Rapids and a nighttime pollinator program at Lake Bemidji State Park.

California artist Rosemary Holliday Hall’s work is on display at the Nemeth Art Center in Park Rapids through July 18, 2026.

Events this week include fundraising concerts in Grand Rapids, Coleraine and Aitkin, plus a powwow in Ball Club.