Why Guests Are Choosing VWR 2026
The Vegan Wellness Retreat is a 5-day immersive experience designed to help you truly reset — physically, mentally, and emotionally. Held on a private lakeside property in Northern Michigan, VWR blends:
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๐ฟ Plant-based food that nourishes (and actually tastes amazing)
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๐ Plant-based education that empowers you to take your health to the next level
๐ค Deep, real human connection — without pressure or pretense
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Availability is limited.
Several lodging options are already sold out, and remaining spaces are filling quickly.
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A glimpse into the community that makes VWR so special
VWR 2025
Where nature, nourishment, and meaningful connection come together.โ
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Return to Yourself in Nature’s Embrace
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Peace · Renewal · Connection
Experience five transformative days of healing, nourishment, and connection — where stillness meets vitality and every moment restores your spirit. ๐ฟ
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The Vegan Wellness Retreat
Accommodations & Ways to Attend
Ways to Attend in 2026
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Bring-Your-Own Tent (BYOT) camping, VWR-provided tents, and nearby off-site stays are available.
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Private, individual shower units are provided on-site for guests staying in tents or RVs.
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Flexible payment plans offered for a limited time
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The most immersive retreat experience
Wake up steps from morning movement, lakeside classes, and gourmet plant-based meals.
On-site lodge rooms are extremely limited and offer maximum comfort and convenience.
โ๏ธ All on-site rooms are currently sold out
Join the waitlist to be notified if a room becomes available.
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Tent Camping at Vegan Wellness Retreat ๐ฒ
On-Site Suites- Sold Out
Availability varies by lodging option.
๐ฑ Volunteer Experience — FULL
Our volunteer team for 2026 is currently full.
If you’d like to be notified should a spot open, you may join the waitlist below.
Volunteering at VWR
Early Arrival Camping (Optional)
Coming from out of town or want extra time to settle in?
Optional early arrival camping is available for registered guests beginning Thursday, June 11 at no additional cost.
Full details are shared after registration.
๐ An Unforgettable Week Awaits You at VWR 2026!
Join hundreds of like-minded souls for a week of lakeside fun, relaxation, and reconnection with nature.
Whether you’re joining a group adventure, soaking up the sun by the water, or making new lifelong friends — there’s something for everyone at the Vegan Wellness Retreat. ๐
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The largest vegan retreat in the Midwest
What Guests Are Saying
At the Vegan Wellness Retreat, transformation unfolds in every corner — during sunrise meditation, in the Great Hall, around vibrant fruit and whole-food plant-based meals, and in the moments of connection that last far beyond the week. Here’s what past guests shared about their experience.
Sumalatha Paritala, 2025 VWR Attendee
"I booked my ticket for VWR 2026, and I can’t wait to reconnect with all of you and continue growing on this journey. VWR 2025 was truly the most enriching experience of my year. I learned something new every single day thanks to this amazing community and the meaningful connections we built. I’m already looking forward to VWR 2026!"
Glenn Livingston, PhD, 2024 VWR Attendee
"I came to VWR thinking I had to make a lifestyle change. I’m leaving knowing I want to. It’s incredible being surrounded by so many like-minded individuals."
Jamie Saccullo, 2025 VWR Attendee
"My heart is so full looking back on this retreat. The workshops were incredible, but what nourished me most was the deep sense of connection and community we shared. From inspiring speakers to joyful movement, sound baths, cold plunges, and late-night campfires—every moment felt filled with love, vitality, and belonging. I’m grateful for the new friendships, the heartfelt connections, and the beautiful space Sarah and Chase created. I can’t wait to return next year."
If you’re craving this kind of connection, nourishment, and joy — we’d love to welcome you.
Nourishment, Connection, and Culinary Creativity
Savor vibrant, plant-based cuisine crafted to delight your senses and nourish your soul. โจEnjoy gourmet dinners, nightly desserts, and daily flavor experiences that celebrate the very best of vegan dining.
Reserve your spot to experience this unforgettable culinary journey.
๐ฑ Organic Transparency & Produce Verification
Led by our on-site Organic Produce Verification Manager
We believe transparency builds trust — and your health deserves nothing less.
๐ฐ VWR 2026 Dessert Experience
Created by International Pastry Chef Lilla Sulkala & Dessert Sous-Chef Ocean
Our dessert team transforms whole-food, plant-based ingredients into vibrant, nourishing creations — all crafted without refined sugar, oil, or artificial ingredients.
Featured 2026 Desserts:
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๐ Lemon Cheesecake Cups
๐จ Ice Cream Sandwiches
๐ง Cupcakes
๐ช Raw Vegan Cookies
A beautiful, sweet finish to each day at VWR 2026.
The Triple Bar Experience
From 8:30am–8:30pm daily, guests enjoy unlimited smoothies, fresh juices, and banana ice cream, available all day as part of the retreat.
Designed to support energy, digestion, and ease, the Triple Bar is a central gathering space where nourishment and community naturally come together.
Abundant, Plant-Based Meals Shared in Community
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All meals at the Vegan Wellness Retreat are thoughtfully prepared, fully plant-based, and served buffet-style so guests can eat to satisfaction.
From fresh fruit and vibrant salads to hearty whole-food, plant-based dishes and nightly desserts, nourishment is part of the experience — not a restriction.
On-Site 10-Minute Massages — Included
Registered guests will have access to brief, 10-minute massage sessions offered on-site throughout the retreat.
These sessions are designed to help you relax, reset, and unwind between activities during your stay.
Availability is limited, and scheduling opens after registration.
Northern Michigan in Summer
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The retreat takes place in Northern Michigan, a beloved summer destination — just over an hour from the world-renowned Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.
More Than a Retreat — A Full-Spectrum Experience
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โ Nervous system reset practices
โ Dance fitness & movement classes
โ Silent disco
โ Daily Yoga
โ Group workouts & pool workouts
โ Vegan Olympics & outdoor field games
โ Pickleball & recreational movement time
โ Kayaking, canoeing & paddleboarding on Lake Dixon
โ Live food demos & cooking classes
โ Guided connection & speed-meeting experiences
โ Meditation, sound baths & breathwork
โ Tai Chi & Qi Gong
โ Art, beauty & creative workshops
โ Lymphatic drainage & essential oil workshops
โ Bodywork experiences & education
โ Intention setting & journaling workshops
โ Talks, lectures & experiential sessions
A Retreat That Supports the Whole Family
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Thoughtful Childcare — So Parents Can Truly Retreat
We offer on-site childwatch from 6:30am–9:30pm daily — allowing parents to fully participate in movement sessions, workshops, meals, and evening programming with peace of mind.
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โ Designed to support, not distract from, the retreat experience
โ One of the most comprehensive childcare offerings at any wellness retreat
Childcare details and registration available during ticket selection.
In 2025, over 30 children attended VWR with their families, supported by dedicated childcare so parents could fully participate in the retreat experience.
๐ฅ Saunas & Cold Plunges — Included
Reset your nervous system with daily sauna sessions and refreshing cold plunges — surrounded by nature.
Official 2026 VWR Shirts- Included with your ticket
Join Us for the 2026 Vegan Wellness Retreat
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Five days of nourishment, movement, learning, and meaningful connection — surrounded by nature and a global community of like-minded people.
Whether this is your first retreat or a return, we’d love to welcome you.
