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SUMMARY:Winter Bird Scavenger Hunt at Minneopa State Park
DESCRIPTION:Winter may be quiet\, but there a still birds to discover! Drop by to chat with the naturalist to learn about birds that stay at the park in winter. Then\, set out on a scavenger hunt for hidden birds! \nStop by anytime between 1:00pm through 2:30pm at the Group Campground Parking lot. \nThe program is free to attend but requires a valid Minnesota State Parks Vehicle Permit. These may be bought online at https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/permit.html or in person at the Minneopa State Park office.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/winter-bird-scavenger-hunt-at-minneopa-state-park/
CATEGORIES:Seasonal - Holiday,Sports & Recreation,Workshops & Educational
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UID:10001205-1767633300-1767636000@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Military Monday
DESCRIPTION:Former and Current Military Members join FXB Mankato the first Monday of every month for a Free Kickboxing Class at 5:15pm.\n1170 South Riverfront Drive\nMankato\, MN 56001
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/military-monday/2026-01-05/
LOCATION:FXB Mankato\, 1170 South Riverfront Drive\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sports & Recreation
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ORGANIZER;CN="FXB Mankato":MAILTO:jeremy@fxbmankato.com
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UID:10001357-1768435200-1768780740@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Bonus Gift Card Program
DESCRIPTION:For a limited time January 15-18\, 2026\, the purchase of at least $50 in food\, merchandise and/or gift cards from a participating business will earn you a FREE $20 gift card to a participating business listed below of your choice. \nThere is a limited amount of gift cards for this program and therefore Bonus Gift Cards are offered on a first-come\, first-served basis until all gift cards are claimed. \nStay tuned for a full list of participating businesses. \nℹ️: https://greatermankato.com/bonus-gift-card-program/
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/bonus-gift-card-program/
CATEGORIES:Shopping
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ORGANIZER;CN="Downtown Partnership of Mankato/North Mankato":MAILTO:info@downtownmankatomn.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260117T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260117T180000
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UID:10001387-1768640400-1768672800@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Bend of the River Figure Skating Competition
DESCRIPTION:Come cheer on 200 figure skaters from all over the region on Saturday\, January 17! The Mankato Figure Skating Club is hosting the 22nd annual Bend of the Rive Competition\, sanction by the U.S. Figure Skating. Skaters of all ages and skill levels will show off their skills and compete in a series of events. Admission to the event is free. Come cheer on our local skaters (and those from afar!) and check out the newly-remodeled All Seasons Arena.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/bend-of-the-river-figure-skating-competition/
LOCATION:All Seasons Arena\, 1251 Monks Avenue\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mankato Figure Skating Club":MAILTO:mankatofsc@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260118T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260118T120000
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UID:10001396-1768726800-1768737600@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Omelet Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the St Peter American Legion for a delicious made to order omelet breakfast.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/omelet-breakfast-4/
LOCATION:St Peter American Legion\, 229 W Nassau\, Saint Peter\, MN\, 56082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Non-Profit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260119T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260119T210000
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SUMMARY:Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:LINK TO EVENT: https://gustavus.edu/events/rev-martin-luther-king-jr-day-celebration\nMartin Luther King Jr Celebration: Day of Service\nJanuary 19\, 2026 \nEngagement Event\n11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. in the Jackson Campus Center\, Gustavus Adolphus College\nLearn about issues of justice and equality at a local level\, discover short and long-term service opportunities\, receive tools for advocacy\, and practice self-reflection. \nStories and Conversation Event\n1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. in the Center for Inclusive Excellence\, Gustavus Adolphus College\nShare stories and discuss living into MLK’s “Dream”. \nEvening Event\n5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at the St. Peter Community Center\n7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. family friendly Film and discussion\nThese sessions will provide a time for people from across the community\, including Gustavus\, to be in conversation about realizing MLK’s “dream” for a Beloved Community. Movie snacks will be served. \nSponsored by the St. Peter Good Neighbor Diversity Council; Gustavus Center for Inclusive Excellence; and the Peace\, Justice\, and Conflict Studies Program.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/rev-martin-luther-king-jr-day-celebration/
LOCATION:Gustavus Adolphus College\, 800 W College Ave.\, Saint Peter\, MN\, 56082\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gustavus Adolphus College":MAILTO:marketing@gustavus.edu
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SUMMARY:Line Dancing
DESCRIPTION:Get your boots on and come to the St Peter American Legion for line dancing!
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/line-dancing-2/
LOCATION:St Peter American Legion\, 229 W Nassau\, Saint Peter\, MN\, 56082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Entertainment,Nonprofit
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SUMMARY:Line Dancing
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the St Peter American Legion and kick up your boots!
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/line-dancing-3/
LOCATION:St Peter American Legion\, 229 W Nassau\, Saint Peter\, MN\, 56082\, United States
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SUMMARY:Line Dancing
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the St. Peter American Legion and kick up your heels with some line dancing.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/line-dancing-4/
LOCATION:St Peter American Legion\, 229 W Nassau\, Saint Peter\, MN\, 56082\, United States
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UID:10001406-1769511600-1769533200@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drive
DESCRIPTION:Donate for a good cause\, sponsored by the St Peter American Legion Riders #37
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/red-cross-blood-drive/
LOCATION:St Peter American Legion\, 229 W Nassau\, Saint Peter\, MN\, 56082\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260127T110000
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SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drive
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by St Peter American Legion Riders. Please consider donating for a good cause.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/red-cross-blood-drive-2/
LOCATION:St Peter American Legion\, 229 W Nassau\, Saint Peter\, MN\, 56082\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260127T150000
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UID:10001400-1769526000-1769533200@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Vine Adult Community Center Grand Reopening
DESCRIPTION:Free and open to the public – no registration required
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/vine-adult-community-center-grand-reopening/
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UID:10001382-1769731200-1769990399@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Anthony Ford Pond Hockey Classic
DESCRIPTION:In the State of Hockey\, there is no better experience than outdoor hockey on a frozen lake in Minnesota. The Anthony Ford Pond Hockey Classic is a tradition that will create memories of a lifetime\, so make it a great addition to your hockey schedule this season. \nJanuary 30-February 1\, 2026
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/anthony-ford-pond-hockey-classic-3/
LOCATION:Spring Lake Park\, 650 Webster Ave\, North Mankato\, MN\, 56003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sports & Recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260131T110000
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UID:10001411-1769857200-1769860800@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Eastern Blue Earth County Hybrid Program
DESCRIPTION:Returning in 2026\, many of the sit-down\, history programs will be hybrid! \nStarting off in January\, we will be taking a virtual tour of Eastern Blue Earth County. Towns included are Madison Lake\, Eagle Lake\, St. Clair\, Pemberton\, Mapleton and Beauford. \nAttend in person at the History Center or join us via Zoom from anywhere! Can’t make the live recording? Register for the Zoom recording and get it sent to you to be able to view for up to a week after the program. \nIn-person admission is $10/adults\, $8/seniors\, and free for BECHS Members. \nOnline registration is $10/household and must happen in advance. Registration closes at 10 a.m. Central Time the day of the program.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/eastern-blue-earth-county-hybrid-program/
LOCATION:Blue Earth County Historical Society\, 424 Warren St\, Mankato\, Minnesota\, 56001
CATEGORIES:Community Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Blue Earth County Historical Soceity":MAILTO:museum@blueearthcountyhistory.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260131T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260131T180000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T200816Z
UID:10001355-1769868000-1769882400@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Sip City Social
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: Aquarius and Hilton Garden Inn\nThe Sip City Social is Mankato’s fresh twist on the beloved craft beer event locals have enjoyed for over a decade. Now reimagined for couples and friends looking for a fun social tasting event. Up to 1\,500 Guests will enjoy unlimited samples of craft beers\, wines\, dirty sodas\, N/A beverages\, seltzers\, and more — all included with admission. A select few vendors will also offer snacks and small bites for purchase throughout the event. Set against the easygoing sounds of live entertainment\, the Sip City Social is Mankato’s chance to sip\, mingle\, and make memories. \nTickets are on sale beginning on Friday\, November 7 at 10:00 AM at the Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center Ticket Office & Ticketmaster.com.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/sip-city-social/
LOCATION:Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center\, 1 Civic Center Plaza\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fairs & Festivals,Live Entertainment
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