Hockey Day Minnesota Brainerd to host networking event at BIR

The event aims to bring together local businesses and hockey enthusiasts.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 10:43pm

A cubist, geometric painting depicting a fragmented hockey match, with sharp planes of navy, green, and red overlapping to create a dynamic, abstract scene.The upcoming Hockey Day Minnesota networking event aims to build momentum and connections between local businesses and the beloved annual hockey celebration.Brainerd Today

Hockey Day Minnesota Brainerd and Brainerd International Raceway have announced they will host a Business After Hours networking event on Saturday, May 19, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at BIR. The gathering is designed to bring together local businesses and hockey enthusiasts in the Brainerd area.

Why it matters

This event is an opportunity for the Brainerd community to come together and build connections between local businesses and the popular Hockey Day Minnesota event, which celebrates the sport of hockey in the state.

The details

The Business After Hours networking event will feature food, drinks, and a chance for attendees to mingle and make new connections. The event is open to the public and is aimed at fostering collaboration and momentum between local businesses and the Hockey Day Minnesota festivities.

  • The event will take place on Saturday, May 19, 2026 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

The players

Hockey Day Minnesota Brainerd

An annual event that celebrates hockey in the state of Minnesota, held in the Brainerd area.

Brainerd International Raceway

A motorsports facility located in Brainerd, Minnesota that is hosting the networking event.

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What’s next

The networking event is open to the public and tickets can be purchased through the Hockey Day Minnesota Brainerd website.

The takeaway

This event is an opportunity for the Brainerd community to come together and foster connections between local businesses and the popular Hockey Day Minnesota celebration, which helps drive tourism and excitement around the sport of hockey in the region.