2026 Taste of the Lakes

🍷 It's Happening Again! 🎉 The Brainerd Family YMCA proudly presents the highly anticipated Taste of the Lakes, celebrating over 30 years of community, culinary delight, and charitable giving.

Join us for an enchanting 21+ evening filled with excitement! Experience:

• A thrilling chef competition 🍳
• Tastings of fine wines, beers, and spirits 🍺🥃
• A lively live auction 🎤
• Fun raffle opportunities 🎟️

Your participation supports local youth through essential mentoring programs and enrichment opportunities offered by the YMCA, ensuring the spirit of Kinship Partners continues to flourish in our Lakes Area.

🗓️ Evening Schedule:

• 17:30 - Doors open for wine, beer, and spirit tastings
• 18:30 - Chef presentations begin for VIP ticket holders and sponsors
• 19:00 - General admission doors open
• 20:00 - Announcement of winning chefs, followed by a live auction

For sponsorship opportunities or more details, feel free to reach out at rsolomon@blymca.org or call (218) 454-2555.

🎟️ Tickets are on sale now! Grab yours at givebutter.com/TOL2026!

📍 Location: 1511 Northern Pacific Rd, Brainerd, MN 56401-2687, United States