Northern Pacific Center

12/02/2025

🎁 Shop, Give Back, and Win Big at Off The Rails Holiday Market! 🚂

Mark your calendars! Off The Rails Holiday Market is happening December 12th & 13th!

We are thrilled to partner with the incredible Northern Lakes Rescue (NLR) this holiday season. When you visit the market on Dec 12th or 13th, you can enter to win a truly spectacular prize package!

How to Enter to Win a Deluxe Vendor Collection:

Simply make a donation to Northern Lakes Rescue at the market to be entered to win a Deluxe Vendor Collectioncurated from 25 amazing market vendors!

Every donation helps NLR continue their mission to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome dogs in crisis, ensuring healthy dogs through education and advocacy, and inspiring a community where the animal-human bond is celebrated and nurtured. They are committed to finding safe, loving homes for dogs, providing vetting, spay/neuter services, and support that lasts well after adoption! ❤️

Northern Lakes Rescue's Immediate Needs:
Your donation helps meet the critical and quickly shifting needs of the dogs in their care! NLR is always grateful for:
• Cash donations (always incredibly appreciated!)
• Gift Cards: Amazon, Chewy, and Gas gift cards (for transports)
• Puppy supplies: Wet & dry puppy food, puppy toys

A Huge Thank You to Our Contributing Vendors!

This amazing prize collection wouldn't be possible without the generosity of our vendors. One lucky winner will take home items from:

Ashley Beth Pottery
Baby Bundles
Coco Bloom Beauty
Drops of Faith
Hilltop Acres
HomeMade Caramels by Melissa Weil
It’s a Stitch
Jars of Clay
Krazy Cowgirlz Ranch
Lakes & Layers
Michelle's Scentsy
Millie and Jo
Mister Dister BBQ
Northern Dixon Designs
Northern Wicks and Woods
Northwoods Games
Paumen Farmstead
Sebesta Apothecary
Sugarberry Creek Candle Co.
Summer Lakes Beverage
Tastefully Simple by Amy
Village Acres Dairy Goats
Whiskey River Home
White Goat Skincare LLC

Come shop small, support a wonderful cause, and walk away with a chance to win the best of the market!
🗓️ December 12th & 13th 📍 Off The Rails Holiday Market
VIP Tickets: https://www.northernpacificcenter.com/tickets/p/off-the-rails-holiday-market-vip-night

11/29/2025

We're excited to share that our music lineup for Off the Rails includes:

Friday, December 12
6-8: Tuney Loons
8-9: Arianna and Paul, Brainerd HS Orchestra Students, Violin Duets

Saturday, December 13
11-12: Autumn and Taisha- Cello and Guitar
12-1: Lisa and Lauren, Flute Duets

11/29/2025

11/26/2025

🇺🇸 Honoring Our Heroes at Notch 8 🇺🇸
We are proud to offer a small token of our immense gratitude to the brave men and women who have served our country.

Every day at Notch 8, Veterans receive a 20% discount on their entire meal.

It is the least we can do to thank you for your dedication and sacrifice. Please mention this offer to your server when dining with us. Offer valid for dine-in only.

We look forward to welcoming you!

11/26/2025

🚂 Black Friday VIP Offer: Win a Night of Mystery! 🕵️‍♀️

Get ready for the most exclusive shopping experience of the season with Off the Rails Market! This Black Friday, we're giving you a chance to win tickets to the party of the century!

🎁 VIP Black Friday Ticket Special! 🎁

Buy your VIP Ticket for Off the Rails Market between November 28th and November 30th and you'll be automatically entered to win a pair of tickets to our:

✨ 1920's Murder Mystery Dinner ✨
🗓️ January 31st
📍 Northern Pacific Center, Brainerd, MN

🥂 Off the Rails Market VIP Night Details 🥂
When: Thursday, December 12th, 6-9 PM
Cost: $50 per ticket

Your VIP ticket includes:
• An award-winning Paella Dinner prepared by Chef Matt of Notch 8.
• Complimentary Hot Chocolate Bar.
• One free drink for adults 21+.
• A free gift upon entry.
• A fun Make-Your-Own-Candle experience with Native Boutique.
• Live music by the Heartland Symphony.
• An exclusive, first-look preview of all our amazing makers!

Don't miss out on this chance for an elevated market experience and a shot at the grand prize!

🏆 Winner will be announced December 1st on the Off The Rails Market page!

https://www.northernpacificcenter.com/tickets/p/off-the-rails-holiday-market-vip-night

Historic Brainerd, Minnesota wedding & event venue in a vibrant railroad district, steps from shops & restaurants.

11/25/2025

🚂 Black Friday VIP Offer: Win a Night of Mystery! 🕵️‍♀️

Get ready for the most exclusive shopping experience of the season with Off the Rails Market! This Black Friday, we're giving you a chance to win tickets to the party of the century!

🎁 VIP Black Friday Ticket Special! 🎁

Buy your VIP Ticket for Off the Rails Market between November 28th and November 30th and you'll be automatically entered to win a pair of tickets to our:

✨ 1920's Murder Mystery Dinner ✨
🗓️ January 31st
📍 Northern Pacific Center, Brainerd, MN

🥂 Off the Rails Market VIP Night Details 🥂
When: Thursday, December 12th, 6-9 PM
Cost: $50 per ticket

Your VIP ticket includes:
• An award-winning Paella Dinner prepared by Chef Matt of Notch 8.
• Complimentary Hot Chocolate Bar.
• One free drink for adults 21+.
• A free gift upon entry.
• A fun Make-Your-Own-Candle experience with Native Boutique.
• Live music by the Heartland Symphony.
• An exclusive, first-look preview of all our amazing makers!

Don't miss out on this chance for an elevated market experience and a shot at the grand prize!

🏆 Winner will be announced December 1st on the Off The Rails Market page!

https://www.northernpacificcenter.com/tickets/p/off-the-rails-holiday-market-vip-night

11/24/2025

Give the gift of great food this holiday season!
From November 28th through December 11th, when you purchase $100 in Notch 8 gift cards, you’ll get $25 FREE.
Stop in and grab yours or order online anytime.
🖤✨ Support local. Eat well. Gift deliciously.

11/18/2025

Hear what more couples have to say: https://www.northernpacificcenter.com/wedding-reviews

11/11/2025

✨ Honoring Our Heroes this Veteran’s Day! ✨

Our Northern Pacific Center team would like to extend our sincerest gratitude to all veterans, especially our phenomenal owner, Mike Higgins, for his service to our country.

We are proud to be a Veteran-Owned Venue, and it’s our honor to support the military community.

Military Couples, take note! We offer a standing 10% venue rental discount for all our active-duty and veteran couples. It’s our small way of saying thank you for your commitment and sacrifice.

Learn more about celebrating your special day with us: https://www.northernpacificcenter.com/weddings
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11/10/2025

🇺🇸 Honoring Our Heroes this Veterans Day!
We're proud to be a veteran-owned business, and this Veterans Day, we're giving back to those who served.

Owners Mike and Justina Higgins are personally covering the first $30 of your meal on Tuesday, November 11th! Treat yourself to our incredible, limited-time Steak Dinner Special priced at $29. With the $30 toward your meal, the steak special is on us! Simply mention you are a veteran when ordering. Thank you for your service and sacrifice.

https://www.notch8brainerd.com