Call them the dog days of summer, maybe even take a quick glance at the school supply list, but don’t you dare even think for one second that summer is over. There’s sun, there’s sand, and there are endless opportunities for fun and adventure. It’s a classic feel-good equation for a season to remember, so don’t start packing it in quite yet. Summer is still playing, and it’s the blockbuster hit on Lake Mille Lacs.

Plan your Mille Lacs family vacation NOW, before family calendars fill up. This way it’s set in stone and you can focus on other things (besides looking forward to it) until the date approaches. Book your Minnesota getaway early, plan smart, and get ready for sun, sand, and enjoying the summer the way it’s meant to be–Living the Lacs Life!

Each summer, the rhythmic beat of the drum echoes through the grounds of the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe Reservation, calling people together for an event that is both celebration and sacred ceremony—the Mille Lacs Pow Wow. More than a colorful display of dance and regalia, this gathering is a profound expression of cultural survival, spiritual renewal, and intergenerational storytelling.

The Rural Music Fest 2025 in Isle, MN, offers a unique blend of uplifting music, community outreach, and family fun—all hosted in an alcohol‑free, safe, picturesque outdoor setting. Whether you're local or planning a Lake Mille Lacs weekend getaway, it’s a weekend worth marking on your calendar.