The Heartland Lakes Community Calendar

Open/Lap Swim
2025-12-19 06:30 - 07:30, 2025-12-18 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-12-17 06:30 - 07:30, 2025-12-15 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-12-15 06:30 - 07:30 UTC | Park Rapids High School, 401 Huntsinger Ave, Park Rapids, Park Rapids, 56470, United States
Open Swim and Lap Swim through Park Rapids Community Ed. No Swimming on Holidays
Open Swim: Is available for ages 7 and older. Younger students can swim if an adult is in the water with him/her. Please come dressed in your suit, bring your towel and goggles (if you want) and be ready for some fun! You are encouraged to come dressed in your suit but the locker rooms will be available. Pre-registration is required. Must register by Wed. before open swim. There is no charge for children ages 2 and under. https://www.parkrapidscomed.com/insight/registry/classinfo.asp?courseID=7056&catID=791
Lap Swim: Bring your suit and a towel. Enter through door W7. Locker rooms are available. Please sign up in the deep end on dry erase board for a lane. Maximum of three people per lane. Punch cards only, not to be left at the pool. To purchase a card, please call Community Education at 218-237-6600. No cash at the pool, no daily walk in rate. https://www.parkrapidscomed.com/insight/registry/classinfo.asp?courseID=7055&catID=791

Two Inlets Trivia
2025-12-18 19:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Two Inlets Country Store, 55735 County Highway 44, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
Gather your team and come hungry for PIZZA!
ANYTHING GOES!
Thursdays @ 7:30
Team Maximum: 6 peeps
$50 to the winning team + special prizes!
& Guest Bartender!

DJ Trivia
2025-12-18 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | Zorbaz, 22036 County 7, Park Rapids, 56470, United States
Thursday nights just got a whole lot more fun! DJ Trivia kicks off at 7 PM, so grab your crew and put your knowledge to the test! Fun questions, great music, and tons of laughs! Whether you’re a trivia pro or just in it for the fun, there’s a spot for you at the table. See ya Thursday at 7 PM—let’s get quizzical! 🍺🔥

Backroom Bingo
2025-12-18 18:30 - 21:30 UTC | Park Rapids American Legion, 900 1st St E, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
Grab your lucky charms and join us for a night of excitement, laughter, and prizes! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a first-time player, Bingo is the perfect way to bring friends and family together. Let the numbers roll and the fun begin! 🥳

Youth Christmas Game Night
2025-12-18 15:30 - 17:30 (America/New_York) | YESS Youth Center, 222 Main Ave., Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
Youth ages 13-24 are welcome to join us for a night of Christmas games and fun!

Living at Home's Afternoon Out
2025-12-18 13:00 - 14:30 UTC | Living at Home, 218 Industrial Park Rd, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
Afternoon Out is a social opportunity for individuals experiencing memory loss, their Caregivers, Partners, Family, and Friends. We engage in music and other fun activities in a safe and supportive environment. Afternoon Out is free, and takes place every Thursday from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm, except when a holiday falls on a Thursday.
Please complete an initial pre-registration by calling Living at Home at 218-732-3137. While we appreciate knowing how many to expect, we welcome you anytime. For respite situations, please call ahead to notify us.
Weather Closings: If Park Rapids Schools have a late start, early out, or are closed due to bad weather, all Living at Home Activates will be cancelled! We will make announcements on the Living at Home Facebook Page and on the local radio.

Art Bites
2025-12-18 11:30 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Armory Arts & Events Center, 203 Park Ave. South, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
Enjoy light lunch & lively conversation as we explore a variety of art styles, techniques & creative practices. Whether you’re an artist, an art lover, or just curious, this is your chance to get inspired, connect with others & even hear special guest artists discuss their craft.

Living at Home Caregiver Closet
2025-12-18 10:00 - 14:00, 2025-12-17 10:00 - 14:00, 2025-12-16 10:00 - 14:00, 2025-12-15 10:00 - 14:00 UTC | Living at Home, 218 Industrial Park Rd, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
The Caregiver Closet is a resource available to caregivers and veterans in Park Rapids and the surrounding areas.
The items provided by the Caregiver Closet include durable medical equipment, both reusable medical supplies and one-time use supplies. The items are offered free of charge, with the expectation that the items will be returned to the Caregiver Closet (if they are reusable) when they are no longer needed, so they can be redistributed.
The Caregiver Closet can include, at any given time, canes, walkers, commodes, shower benches, crutches, hospital beds, lift chairs, Hoyer lifts, and so much more. All equipment is clean and ready to go in “as is” condition.
Equipment and supply use are free. Donations are tax deductible.

Adult Volleyball
2025-12-17 19:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Century School, 501 Helten Ave, Park Rapids, 56470, United States
Join us for a rousing volleyball match! This course is geared for volleyball players with some previous experience, not beginning players. Must be 18 or older. Teams are formed based on who comes to play each night. Knee pads recommended – please bring your own.

Volleyball is held on Wednesdays beginning September 3 from 7-10 pm at the Century Middle School Gym.
There will be no volleyball on Nov. 26 & Dec. 24 & 31. Pay $1 per time to the facilitator.

Extended Shopping Hours Downtown Park Rapids
2025-12-17 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Downtown Park Rapids, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
To facilitate local and tourist shopping, several of the downtown businesses have agreed to stay open later than usual on Wednesdays. You may remember that this happens during Christmas time for several stores, and several local businesses have decided to extend their hours starting in June and running through the end of December.
Each business can choose to remain open, and the availability of stores will vary based on staffing. Participating stores will stay open later, some until 7 PM.

Free Senior Coffee Hour
2025-12-17 09:30 - 10:30 UTC | Living at Home, 218 Industrial Park Rd, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
Living at Home of the Park Rapids Area invites you to join us for Free Senior Coffee Hour

DJ Bingo
2025-12-16 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | Zorbaz, 22036 County 7, Park Rapids, 56470, United States
Tuesday nights just got way more fun! DJ Bingo kicks off at 7 PM, and it’s totally FREE to play—so why not grab your crew and join in?💰 Win big! We’ve got a progressive cash prize up to $300 and Zorbaz Gift Cards for regular Bingo wins! 🎵 It’s bingo, but with a beat! Expect good vibes and a whole lot of fun. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 All ages welcome! Don’t miss out—come play, dance, and win every Tuesday at 7 PM! See ya there! 🍻🎤🎉

Chess
2025-12-16 12:30 - 15:00 UTC | Living at Home, 218 Industrial Park Rd, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
Living at Home invites players of all levels to join them for weekly chess! Come join a vibrant community!

Beagle Men's Book Group
2025-12-16 09:00 - 10:00 UTC | Beagle and Wolf Books & Bindery, 112 3rd Street West, Park Rapids, 56470, United States
Join our Men’s Book Group, where great books spark even better conversations! Whether you’re into fiction, history, or thought-provoking non-fiction, this is a space to engage, discuss, and share perspectives in a relaxed and friendly setting. Come for the books, stay for the camaraderie! Check our website for this month’s book: https://beagleandwolf.com/bookgroups.html
Our book groups are open, free of charge, and you’re welcome to join us whenever you’re able. We ask that you purchase your books from us. Mention they’re for book group and we’ll give you a 10% discount on each book. (Unfortunately, this discount is not available on any books purchased online from us.)

Winter Bird Count at Itasca State Park
2025-12-16 08:00 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | Jacob V. Brower Visitor Center at Itasca State Park, 36750 Main Pk Dr, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
This holiday season take part in the annual winter bird count at Itasca State park! This event is part of the nationwide Audubon Christmas Bird Count, a 126-year citizen science project organized by the National Audubon Society. Spend a few hours or the whole day at Itasca State Park looking and listening for winter birds. Information collected is used to study the long-term health, status, and movements of bird populations, which supports the development of conservation strategies.
Bird identification experience is necessary to participate. Please contact Itasca State Park Naturalist staff to register.

Connie Cox: 218-699-7259 or constance.cox@state.mn.us
Sandra Lichter: 218-699-7252 or sandra.d.lichter@state.mn.us

Bar Bingo
2025-12-15 18:30 - 21:00 UTC | Park Rapids American Legion, 900 1st St E, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
Looking for a fun and exciting way to spend your evening? Look no further! Bingo Night is here, and it’s packed with laughter, community, and amazing prizes waiting to be won. Bring your friends, bring your family, or just bring yourself—everyone is welcome! Whether you’re a seasoned player or trying Bingo for the first time, you’re in for a great time.

Jólabókaflóð at the Library
2025-12-15 - 2025-12-23 | Park Rapids Area Library, 210 1st St W, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
Jólabókaflóð Celebration December 15–23
Inspired by Iceland’s “Yule Book Flood.” Each day you check out an item, you’ll receive a piece of chocolate and a festively wrapped, gently used book as our way of saying thank you for your year-round support.

Everybody Dance
2025-12-14 13:00 - 16:00 UTC | Park Rapids American Legion, 900 1st St E, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
Get ready to groove at Everybody Dance, an afternoon of fun, music, and movement! From 1–4 PM, enjoy a lively mix of old-timey and variety music, perfect for dancing and making memories. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or just love great tunes, this event is for everyone! Come dance the day away – we’ll see you there! 💃🕺
Bands as Follows
2024:
December 29 ……….. Eric’s Dance Band
2025:
Jan 12 ……….. Eric’s Dance Band
Jan 26 ……….. Frankly Country
Feb 23 ………. Eric’s Dance Band
Mar 9 ……….. Nite Owls
Mar 23 ……… Jerry & Joyce Dance Band
Apr 6 ………… Eric’s Dance Band
Apr 27 ………. Pat, Dave & John Band
May 18 ……… Frankly Country
June 1 ………. Leon Olson & Loretta
July 13 ………. Julie Lee Band
Aug 10 ………. Pat, Dave & John Band
Sept 14 ……… Melody Ranch Hands
Sept 28 ……… Eric’s Dance Band
Oct 12 ………. Nite Owls
Oct 26 ………. Jerry & Joyce Dance Band
Nov 2 ……….. Frankly Country
Nov 23 ……… Eric’s Dance Band
Dec 14 ………. Nite Owls

A Christmas Carol
2025-12-14 13:00 - 14:30, 2025-12-13 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Long Lake Theater and Event Center, 12183 Beacon Road, Hubbard, MN, 56470, United States
Reserve your seats to get into the holiday spirit with beautiful music and this unforgettable story!
Ebenezer Scrooge declines Christmas dinner with the family, opting to be alone on this frosty winter night. His heart being as cold as his home, is challenged to warm up as the ghosts of
Christmas Past, Present & Future take him on a musical journey of his own life. Awakening his spirit brings a joyous new day in this classic, cherished Dickens tale.

Armory Arts & Event Center Holiday Open House Featuring the MISTLETONES
2025-12-13 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Armory Arts & Events Center, 203 Park Ave. South, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
Celebrate the season at the Armory Arts & Event Center’s Holiday Open House! Enjoy free Tom & Jerrys, fresh cookies, and festive fun while The Mistletones fill the hall with joyful holiday harmonies. This free community event is the perfect way to get into the spirit of the season — everyone is welcome!

Park Theater's North-by-North Pole Film Festival (FREE Matinees!) THE POLAR EXPRESS and RARE EXPORTS
2025-12-13 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Park Theater, 107 Main Ave S, Park Rapids, 56470, United States
Park Theater’s North-by-North Pole Film Festival (FREE Matinees!)
Films: THE POLAR EXPRESS and RARE EXPORTS
Tickets are free with a non-perishable food donation for the Food Shelf
Dec 13 at 2pm
Kick off the holiday season with a film from the Naughty or Nice List! Fun for children and adults!
Sponsored by: Josh’s Collision Center, Eastside Christian Church, Arvig, Wellness Matters, Citizens National Bank, Scooter’s, plus more community donors.Tickets are free with a donation to the Food Shelf (pre-booking seats at http://www.parktheater.mn is recommended).

Christmas Concert & Carols
2025-12-13 14:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York) | St. Johns Lutheran Church, 803 First St W, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
Come celebrate the season with the Christmas Concert and Carols featuring organists Joshua Miller & Cheryl Hilgemann, joined by the St. Johns Bell Choir.
