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A Look Back in Time
The Midwest’s premier resort destination has a long and illustrious history. Take a moment to learn all about our journey, growth and accomplishments throughout the years.
Mystic Lake opened its doors in May 1992. Following the success of Little Six Casino®’s opening ten years prior, Mystic Lake debuted as a premier entertainment destination that has built a legacy of fun, excitement and world-class amenities in the Midwest. Throughout our storied history, Mystic Lake invested in the guests, team members and community with property expansions, top-notch gaming and amenities, luxury hotel towers and the ultimate in convention and meeting space.
Logos Throughout the Years
Timeline of Events
Take a trip down memory lane and learn about how our Enterprise has expanded and changed over the years:
- 1992: Mystic Lake Casino® opens
- 1996: Club Mystic® debuts
- 1996: Hotel Tower I opens
- 2011: The outdoor Mystic Amphitheater opens
- 2012: Mystic Lake Casino Hotel® is approved to sell and serve alcohol, and a new era in Mystic dining begins.
- 2014: RiverSouth® is established between Mystic Lake, Little Six®, City of Shakopee, Canterbury Park®, the Minnesota Renaissance Festival and Valleyfair®
- 2015: JW Marriott® Minneapolis Mall of America®, owned by the SMSC, opens
- 2018: Mystic Lake Center® opens featuring a nine-story hotel tower, adding 180 rooms and a 70,000 square foot meeting and event center
- 2019: Mystic Dining is upgraded
- 2022: Mystic Lake celebrates its 30th anniversary