Big Lake Events

Join us on August 22nd for Portages & Pints, a day dedicated to protecting one of Minnesota's greatest natural treasures. We're partnering with Friends of the Boundary Waters to bring our community together in support of wilderness conservation through fundraising, education, and advocacy.

Join us on Sunday, August 16, from Noon–5 PM for Barks & Brews Summer Tour in partnership with Helping Paws. Bring your doggos and spend the afternoon supporting an incredible organization that creates life-changing service dog partnerships.

Please join on Saturday, August 8th for the 2026 Smokin’ Pulled Pork Cook-off! Bring your best recipe, or your appetite, as pit masters compete for the best pulled pork! A portion of proceeds will benefit BELIA.