The River Valley 100 is an opportunity for bicyclists of many levels -whether you want to conquer it or survive it – this is the ride for you. The ride and race are free but please register on line to help us with planning.  Donations will gladly...

Learn about Native American culture and enjoy traditional arts and crafts, delicious foods, drumming, singing and dancing at the annual Mahkato Pow-Wow, or Wacipi, at Land of Memories Park. The event takes place to honor the 38 Dakota warriors who died in the largest mass...

Bier on Belgrade is North Mankato's version of an Oktoberfest and German hertiage fun. You will have a day of activities, food vendors, live music, Bier samplings from local and world renown brewery's, ceremonial first beer with City Officials, bean bag toss, and kegs. This...

Join local leadership of the Mankato-North Mankato Metropolitan Area (Blue Earth and Nicollet Counties) at the Regional Economic Development Alliance's (REDA) Annual Meeting. Staff and elected officials, as well as leading businesses within the metropolitan area are invited for dinner and a presentation on economic...

Business After Hours is an excellent way for Greater Mankato Growth (GMG) members and new businesses in our community to learn about 12 member business over the course of the year, as well as, programs, events, and other opportunities offered by GMG. Business After Hours events...

Since 2018, the city of Mankato has recognized the second Monday in October as Indigenous People’s Day. Mankato’s Indigenous People’s Day Committee is hosting a weekend full of events October 6-10th. This year’s theme is “Keeping Indigenous History: Growing our Seeds.”

Travel back in time at History Fest, held annually at Darby Village on McGowans Farm, where adults and kids can see firsthand what living the farm lifestyle in the 17th century was like. Guests get to see performances by belly dancers, fire-eaters, storytellers, cannon shooters...

Check out the glorious fall colors of Minnesota by joining a scenic bike ride during the Mankato River Ramble. Presented by OFC and River’s Edge and hosted by both Mankato Bike Alliance and Minnesota Bicycle Alliance, the River Ramble is a celebration of Mankato’s award-winning bike...

Business After Hours is an excellent way for Greater Mankato Growth (GMG) members and new businesses in our community to learn about 12 member business over the course of the year, as well as, programs, events, and other opportunities offered by GMG. Business After Hours events...

The Greater Mankato Business Awards & Hall of Fame is Greater Mankato's premier business awards event. This event is a time where Greater Mankato Growth, Visit Mankato, City Center Partnership and GreenSeam honor the outstanding businesses, professionals, and organizations within the Greater Mankato community. Agenda:...

The biggest holiday event in Mankato is the Kiwanis Holiday Lights celebration in Sibley Park that attracts thousands of visitors annually. Families are invited to walk or drive through the route of more than 1.5 million holiday lights. Other on-site activities include ice skating (rentals...

Shop the small local businesses of Old Town on Small Business Saturday! The stores will be open from 9am - 4pm offering unique deals and treats. Shopping in Mankato's Boutique District will surely set you apart this holiday season. Shop small, Shop local, GIVE BIG!