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SUMMARY:Mankato Mayhem - presented by Midwest All-Star Wrestling
DESCRIPTION:Come down to the American Legion Post 518 for exciting live Pro Wrestling on Saturday\, August 9! Midwest All-Star Wrestling presents Mankato Mayhem. \nDoors open at 6 pm\, belltime at 7 pm. Tickets: $20 in advance\, $25 at the door. \nProceeds to benefit the Bravo Zulu House. \n 
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/mankato-mayhem-presented-by-midwest-all-star-wrestling/
LOCATION:American Legion Post 518\, 256 Belgrade Ave.\, North Mankato\, MN\, 56003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Entertainment,Non-Profit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250720T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250720T193000
DTSTAMP:20250321T141555Z
CREATED:20250227T152705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T141555Z
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SUMMARY:Nitty Gritty Dirt Band
DESCRIPTION:Three-time GRAMMY® Award-winning Nitty Gritty Dirt Band will be at Vetter Stone Amphitheater in Mankato on Sunday\, July 20 as part of their All the Good Times: The Farewell Tour. Tickets are on sale beginning on Friday\, February 28 at 10:00 AM at the Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center Ticket Office & Ticketmaster.com.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/nitty-gritty-dirt-band-2/
LOCATION:Vetter Stone Amphitheater\, 309 W Rock St.\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Entertainment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250719T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250719T230000
DTSTAMP:20250625T215337Z
CREATED:20250625T215337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T215337Z
UID:10001115-1752933600-1752966000@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Blues on Belgrade 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join us Saturday\, July 19th on Belgrade Ave for the 15th year of Blues on Belgrade!!\n\nThis is a free event to the community and is a day full of blues music from local and national bands\, food\, vendors\, sunshine (usually) and fun. You don’t want to miss this one!!\n\nThis year’s lineup is:\n2:00-3:00: The Echos Big Band3:30-4:30: Mark Cameron5:00-6:00: The Murphy Brothers6:30-7:30: Dylan Salfer8:00-9:00: Kent Burnside9:30-11:00: Mike Zito
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/blues-on-belgrade-2025/
LOCATION:Belgrade Ave\, North Mankato\, MN\, 56003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fairs & Festivals,Live Entertainment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T193000
DTSTAMP:20250321T141433Z
CREATED:20250224T151442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T141433Z
UID:10000977-1752780600-1752780600@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Warren Zeiders
DESCRIPTION:Warren Zeiders will be at Vetter Stone Amphitheater in Mankato on Thursday\, July 17\, as part of The Relapse Tour. Tickets are on sale beginning on Friday\, February 21 at 10:00 AM at the Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center Ticket Office & Ticketmaster.com.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/warren-zeiders-2025/
LOCATION:Vetter Stone Amphitheater\, 309 W Rock St.\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Entertainment
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250717
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250721
DTSTAMP:20250610T184306Z
CREATED:20250610T184306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T184306Z
UID:10001108-1752710400-1753055999@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Bavarian Blast 2025
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to raise your steins and dance! Bavarian Blast 2025 is set to return to New Ulm\, Minnesota\, from July 17-20\, 2025\, bringing a weekend full of authentic German fun\, food\, and festivities! Celebrating the region’s rich German heritage\, Bavarian Blast has become a must-attend event for locals and visitors alike. Held at the Brown County Fairgrounds\, this multi-day festival features lively performances from traditional German bands\, high-energy polka groups\, and fan-favorite party bands\, and amazing professional tribute bands\, ensuring that the music never stops. \nWeekend Activities \n\nLive Music & Entertainment – A lineup of local and regional bands playing everything from classic polka to modern hits.\nMany Food Options\, Including Authentic German Food & Beer\nStein Holding Contest – Test your strength and skill in these classic Bavarian challenges.\nThe Bavarian Blast Parade – A Sunday morning tradition featuring colorful floats\, live music\, and community spirit.\nFamily-Friendly Fun – Including bounce house\, kids’ activities\, music and dancing\, caricature and airbrush tattoo artists\, and magic show.\n\nAdvance tickets are available online\, with options for single-day admission and weekend passes. Attendees are encouraged to book accommodations early\, as hotels and campgrounds in the area fill up quickly. Onsite camping is available. For the latest updates\, ticket information\, and full event schedule\, visit www.bavarianblast.com and follow Bavarian Blast on social media.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/bavarian-blast-2025/
LOCATION:Brown County Fairgrounds\, 1201 N State St\, New Ulm\, MN\, 56073\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fairs & Festivals,Live Entertainment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250715T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250715T203000
DTSTAMP:20250610T151039Z
CREATED:20250610T151039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T151039Z
UID:10001107-1752607800-1752611400@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Mankato Area Community Band Concert
DESCRIPTION:Free concerts in the park. Drop in to hear a wide variety of musical favorites. Suitable for all ages!
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/mankato-area-community-band-concert/2025-07-15/
LOCATION:Sibley Park\, 900 Mound Ave.\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Entertainment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mankato Area Community Band":MAILTO:contact@boyinblue.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T190000
DTSTAMP:20250321T141325Z
CREATED:20250311T200923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T141325Z
UID:10000987-1752346800-1752346800@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Wynonna Judd
DESCRIPTION:Wynonna Judd’s The Greatest Hits Tour comes to Mankato\, MN at Vetter Stone Amphitheater on Saturday\, July 12\, 2025. Experience an evening filled with iconic hits from one of country music’s most powerful voices. \nTickets are on sale beginning on Friday\, March 14 at 10:00 AM at the Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center Ticket Office & Ticketmaster.com.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/wynonna-judd/
LOCATION:Vetter Stone Amphitheater\, 309 W Rock St.\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Entertainment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T160000
DTSTAMP:20250129T210808Z
CREATED:20250129T210808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T210808Z
UID:10000955-1752314400-1752336000@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Family Day At The History Center
DESCRIPTION:Join us for family fun at the Blue Earth County History Center! Each month\, enjoy free admission\, a scavenger hunt\, crafts\, and a hands-on history workshop for all ages! Workshops will be short 20-30 minute sessions held at 10:30 am and 2 pm. (most months) \nVisit our website at BlueEarthCountyHistory.com/Events for monthly details. \nFree and open to the public.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/family-day-at-the-history-center-5/2025-07-12/
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:20250710T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250710T200000
DTSTAMP:20250630T212254Z
CREATED:20250630T212254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T212254Z
UID:10001119-1752170400-1752177600@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Mankato Takes Action! For the Boundary Waters
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this community event meant for every Minnesotan who cares about the Wilderness and our outdoor recreation heritage. Featuring Save the Boundary Waters’ Executive Director Ingrid Lyons and Gustavus Professor Jeff Jeremiason\, we’ll talk conservation of the Boundary Waters Wilderness and learn how to engage in effective advocacy in right in your own backyard. Refreshments will be provided\, and Save the Boundary Waters stickers and merch will be available!
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/mankato-takes-action-for-the-boundary-waters/
LOCATION:Sibley Park Pavilion\, 900 Mound Ave\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Workshops & Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Save the Boundary Waters":MAILTO:katilynn@savetheboundarywaters.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250710T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T170000
DTSTAMP:20250630T204906Z
CREATED:20250630T204906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T204906Z
UID:10001118-1752141600-1752339600@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Crazy Days
DESCRIPTION:It’s almost here—Crazy Days! Mark your calendars for July 10\, 11\, and 12\, 2025 and get ready for three wild days of deep discounts\, sidewalk sales\, and serious local shopping fun. Your favorite Mankato shops are clearing out with deals you didn’t know you needed\, offering clothes on racks outside\, gift-ables and goodies galore\, and quick-before-it’s-gone prices. Come stroll\, shop\, and support local with us!
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/crazy-days/
LOCATION:Minnesota
CATEGORIES:Shopping
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250709
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250714
DTSTAMP:20250627T141456Z
CREATED:20250627T141456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T141456Z
UID:10001117-1752019200-1752451199@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:North Mankato Fun Days
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 60th Annual Summer Celebration! \n\nCarnival\nLive Bands\nParade\nPetting Zoo & Pony Rides\nTractor Pull\nRoll-in Car Show\n\nAnd much more! Visit these websites for more information on all the fun! \nhttps://www.northmankatoactivities.com/ \nhttps://www.facebook.com/NMFunDays/
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/north-mankato-fun-days-2/
LOCATION:Wheeler Park\, 402 Page Ave\, North Mankato\, MN\, 56003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Activities,Fairs & Festivals,Live Entertainment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250708T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250708T213000
DTSTAMP:20250414T161222Z
CREATED:20250414T161222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T161222Z
UID:10001007-1752001200-1752010200@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Kiwanis Thunder of Drums - Drum - Bugle Corps Show and Competition
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Blakelsee Stadium on the Minnesota State University campus in Mankato on Tuesday\, July 8th\, 2025 for our Drum Corps International event.\nGates open at 5:30 p.m.\nNational Anthem at 7:00 p.m. Show begins at 7:10!\nOur Complete 2025 Line-up \nColts – Dubuque\, IL – (2024 World Class Championship finalist)\nTroopers – Casper\, Wyoming – (2024 World Class Championship finalist)\nThe Cavaliers – Rosemont\, IL – (2024 World Class Championship finalist)\nMadison Scouts – Madison\, WI – (2024 World Class Championship finalist)\nCrossmen – San Antonio\, TX – (2024 World Class Championship semi-finalist)\nRiver City Rhythm – Anoka\, MN – (2024 Open Class Championship finalist)\nGovenaires – St. Peter\, MN – (2024 All Age Class Championship finalist)\nMinnesota Brass – St. Paul\, MN – (2024 DCI Soundsport Corps) \nAll Sales are FINAL. No Refunds\, No Exchanges\, and No Rainchecks. \nThe Kiwanis Thunder of Drums is presented for the enjoyment of our community. In an effort to enhance security at campus events\, to reduce staff touchpoints\, and to expedite entry times for guests Minnesota State University\, Mankato has implemented a clear bag policy.\nGuests are encouraged to leave non-essential items at home. Medical\, equipment and diaper bags\, folding stadium seats\, weather apparel and blankets are permitted and subject to search by security staff. Prohibited items may include: backpacks\, coolers\, briefcases\, drawstring/cinch bags\, grocery bags\, and large purses. Guests may carry into MSU venues and activities the following style and size of bag:• Clear tote (plastic\, vinyl\, or PVC) that does not exceed 12” x 6” x 12” or a plastic storage bag that is a maximum one gallon\, resealable and clear.• Small bags\, such as small clutch purse\, that are approximately the size of a hand with or without a handle or strap will be allowed\, but must not exceed 5” x 8”.• Guests with bags not meeting guidelines will be asked to return them to a vehicle or switch bag contents to a clear bag. Non-compliant bags may be subject to search.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/kiwanis-thunder-of-drums-drum-bugle-corps-show-and-competition-2/
LOCATION:Blakeslee Stadium\, 191 Stadium Road\, Mankato\, Minnesota\, 56001
CATEGORIES:Community Activities,Live Entertainment,Nonprofit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250704T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250704T223000
DTSTAMP:20250623T160639Z
CREATED:20250623T160639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T160639Z
UID:10001113-1751652000-1751668200@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Red\, Hot Boom!
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Independence Day in style at Mankato’s Red\, Hot Boom! The festivities kick off at 6 pm on Friday\, July 4th at the Minnesota State University\, Mankato Athletic Fields\, culminating in a spectacular fireworks display synchronized to music at 10 pm.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/red-hot-boom-2025/
LOCATION:Minnesota State University\, Mankato Athletic Fields\, 191 Stadium Road\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seasonal - Holiday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250701T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250701T203000
DTSTAMP:20250610T151039Z
CREATED:20250610T151039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T151039Z
UID:10001106-1751398200-1751401800@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Mankato Area Community Band Concert
DESCRIPTION:Free concerts in the park. Drop in to hear a wide variety of musical favorites. Suitable for all ages!
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/mankato-area-community-band-concert/2025-07-01/
LOCATION:Sibley Park\, 900 Mound Ave.\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Entertainment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mankato Area Community Band":MAILTO:contact@boyinblue.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250628T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250628T200000
DTSTAMP:20250414T200844Z
CREATED:20250414T200844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T200844Z
UID:10001008-1751140800-1751140800@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Social Distortion
DESCRIPTION:Social Distortion is coming to Mankato\, MN at the Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center on Saturday\, June 28\, 2025. Joining them is special guest Plague Vendor. \nTickets are on sale beginning on Friday\, April\, 18 at 10:00 AM at the Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center Ticket Office & Ticketmaster.com.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/social-distortion/
LOCATION:Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center\, 1 Civic Center Plaza\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Entertainment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250628T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250628T150000
DTSTAMP:20250616T174337Z
CREATED:20250616T174337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T174337Z
UID:10001109-1751119200-1751122800@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Freedom Sings
DESCRIPTION:The Mankato Riverblenders Chorus present: Freedom Sings\na free concert of patriotic songs arranged in 4 part acapella harmonies\nFeaturing special guests: The Windom Chordhustlers \nDate and time: June 28th at 2:00 PM\nLocation: Christ the King Lutheran Church\, Mankato\, MN. \nFree will offering
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/freedom-sings-2/
LOCATION:Christ the King Lutheran Church\, 222 Pfau Street\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Entertainment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250628T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250628T170000
DTSTAMP:20250626T132326Z
CREATED:20250626T132326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T132326Z
UID:10001114-1751104800-1751130000@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Resistance Art Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join us for day of Resistance Art! \nOn Saturday\, June 28\, from 10am-5pm\, Indivisible St. Peter/Greayter Mankato will host an event where you can enjoy and actively engage in artwork aimed at expressing your values and pushing back against an administration that seeks to dismantle art\, science\, and freedom of expression. \nThis event is FREE and includes art demos and participation\, a gallery exhibition of resistance art\, and live bands (Donner Party\, Joe’s Garage Zappa Tribute\, Silver Summer). \nBrian Frink will be serving up free pizza\, but you are welcome to bring your own food and drinks as well. Bring along some lawn chairs/blankets to enjoy the afternoon. The location is the Poor Farm (192nd LN\, Mankato)\, which is wheelchair accessible.\nRegister here: https://mobilize.us/s/ro7NB0
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/resistance-art-festival/
LOCATION:Poor Farm Studios\, 56749 192nd Lane\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Activities
ORGANIZER;CN="Indivisible St. Peter/Greater Mankato":MAILTO:ispgm3@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250626T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250626T203000
DTSTAMP:20260204T201505Z
CREATED:20260204T201505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T201505Z
UID:10001099-1750957200-1750969800@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Home for the Holidays Bowl-a-thon in support of LSS Crisis Nursery - Mankato Area and A Fresh Start
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a night of bowling (free shoe usage and bowling) and a 4th of July themed dinner while supporting LSS Crisis Nursery – Mankato Area and A Fresh Start. Both organizations support families from our area who are in need of assistance with child or housing – related needs. Teams of up to 6 can bowl. Suggested donation of $500 per team.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/home-for-the-holidays-bowl-a-thon-in-support-of-lss-crisis-nursery-mankato-area-and-a-fresh-start/2025-06-26/2/
LOCATION:Wow! Zone\, 2030 Adams St\, Mankato
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit
ORGANIZER;CN="A Fresh Start":MAILTO:assistance@afreshstartmankato.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250626T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250626T170000
DTSTAMP:20260204T201505Z
CREATED:20260204T201505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T201505Z
UID:10001098-1750924800-1750957200@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Home for the Holidays Bowl-a-thon in support of LSS Crisis Nursery - Mankato Area and A Fresh Start
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a night of bowling (free shoe usage and bowling) and a 4th of July themed dinner while supporting LSS Crisis Nursery – Mankato Area and A Fresh Start. Both organizations support families from our area who are in need of assistance with child or housing – related needs. Teams of up to 6 can bowl. Suggested donation of $500 per team.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/home-for-the-holidays-bowl-a-thon-in-support-of-lss-crisis-nursery-mankato-area-and-a-fresh-start/2025-06-26/1/
LOCATION:Wow! Zone\, 2030 Adams St\, Mankato
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit
ORGANIZER;CN="A Fresh Start":MAILTO:assistance@afreshstartmankato.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250624T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250624T203000
DTSTAMP:20250610T151039Z
CREATED:20250610T151039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T151039Z
UID:10001105-1750793400-1750797000@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Mankato Area Community Band Concert
DESCRIPTION:Free concerts in the park. Drop in to hear a wide variety of musical favorites. Suitable for all ages!
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/mankato-area-community-band-concert/2025-06-24/
LOCATION:Sibley Park\, 900 Mound Ave.\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Entertainment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mankato Area Community Band":MAILTO:contact@boyinblue.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250622T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250622T140000
DTSTAMP:20250604T202936Z
CREATED:20250604T202936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T202936Z
UID:10001095-1750586400-1750600800@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Rigid Styrofoam™ Recycling Event
DESCRIPTION:Here’s your opportunity to get rid of that Styrofoam™ you’ve been collecting\, hoping it wasn’t destined for the landfill! All of the material collected with be taken to Hutchinson\, where it will be made into a variety of objects. We’ll also have volunteers on hand to provide information about other waste-reducation activities. \nHere’s what will be accepted:\n• Clean packaging from televisions\, computers\, appliances\, furniture\n• Foam coolers\n• Medication boxes (coolers)\n• Uncoated white insulation sheets\n• Packing peanuts if securely bagged \nNot accepted:\n• Plates\, cups\, take-out boxes\, meat trays\n• Colored Styrofoam™\n• Packaging with dirt\, tape or labels \nA big thank you to our partners\, Kato Moving and Storage and Mankato Clinic Foundation! \n* We’re also hoping to find a few volunteers to work a two-hour shift on either of those days.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/rigid-styrofoam-recycling-event/2025-06-22/
LOCATION:Kato Moving and Storage/Mayflower\, 417 Poplar Street\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mankato Area Zero Waste":MAILTO:mankatozerowaste@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250621T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250621T140000
DTSTAMP:20250131T222710Z
CREATED:20250131T222710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T222710Z
UID:10000964-1750510800-1750514400@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:BECHS History Book Club Spring Series
DESCRIPTION:BECHS History Book Club\nTo Banish Forever by Cathy Coats\nApril – June 2025 \nIn 1863\, after the end of the US–Dakota War\, a group of men in Mankato\, Minnesota\, formed a secret society. At the beginning of every meeting\, members of the Knights of the Forest recited its ritual pledge\, including these words: “I sincerely hope this meeting may be profitable to each one of us\, and that we may go forth from this Lodge stronger and braver in the determination to banish forever from our beautiful State every Indian who now desecrates our soil.” \nThe Ho-Chunk people\, who had not participated in the war\, occupied a reservation about two miles south of Mankato on some of the state’s richest agricultural lands. The Knights—determined to claim these lands for their own profit—advocated for the removal of the Ho-Chunk\, who had already been forced to move three times before settling in Blue Earth County of south-central Minnesota. Exploiting the fears of white people living in the area at the end of the brutal war\, the Knights sent armed men to surround the Ho-Chunk reservation\, threatening to shoot anyone who crossed the line. Within just a few years\, the Ho-Chunk had been kicked off their land and removed to reservations outside of the state. \nThis is the story of the Knights\, the Ho-Chunk\, and the ethnic cleansing of southern Minnesota. \nBECHS History Book Club Sessions: To Banish Forever\nApril 19\, 1 p.m. – At this first session\, books will be available to pick up. In addition\, the group will be introduced to the History Book Club format\, historical context about the book’s setting\, and address any questions participants may have. Pre-register now to ensure there’s a book waiting for you; Heather@BlueEarthCountyHistory.com \nMay 17\, 1 p.m. – Special guest\, Cathy Coats will be here to talk about her book. \nJune 21\, 1 p.m. – Final session is To Banish Forever group book discussion with prepared Q & A. \nThe Blue Earth County Historical Society is excited to offer the new BECHS History Book Club. The new quarterly book club goes beyond a classic group book read and discussion. Over three months\, while participants read the book\, additional monthly sessions will include a discussion of the book’s setting and social history\, a special presentation on a related historical topic\, and conclude with a group book discussion. \nThe BECHS History Book Club is $50 which includes a paperback copy of the book\, admission to the speaker\, and group book discussion\, refreshments and a small gift for completing the activities. ($60 value!) All programs will be held at the History Center or virtually if winter weather is a concern. \nAlready have a copy of the book but what to come to the speaker or just the book discussion? Individual programs are $10 each.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/bechs-history-book-club-spring-series/2025-06-21/
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:20250621T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250621T170000
DTSTAMP:20250516T205318Z
CREATED:20250516T205318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T205318Z
UID:10001092-1750507200-1750525200@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Pitmaster's on the Prairie
DESCRIPTION:🔥Join Us for Pitmasters on the Prairie: The Ultimate Rib Cook-Off!\nBring your appetite and your crew – this event is open to all ages and perfect for families\, friends\, and foodies alike! Enjoy mouthwatering ribs\, great company\, and ice-cold drinks while cheering on 25 talented teams competing for rib cook-off glory.\n🎟️ Here’s what to expect:\n• Free admission for all!\n• People’s Choice Tickets – $15\nIncludes:\n– Rib samples from each team\n– Delicious sides from Absolute Catering\n– A vote for your favorite team!\n• Drinks available for purchase\n• Kid-friendly fun including bouncy houses!\nDon’t miss an afternoon full of flavor\, fun\, and friendly competition! 🍖🎉\nWe have a limited number of contestant spots open! Email or text Jeffrey Fette at 507-382-0195 or promotionalcats@gmail.com to reserve your spot!
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/pitmasters-on-the-prairie/
LOCATION:Christensen Farms\, 23971 County Road 10\, Sleepy Eye\, MN\, 56085\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Christensen Farms":MAILTO:info@christensenfarms.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250621T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250621T140000
DTSTAMP:20250604T202936Z
CREATED:20250604T202936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T202936Z
UID:10001094-1750500000-1750514400@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Rigid Styrofoam™ Recycling Event
DESCRIPTION:Here’s your opportunity to get rid of that Styrofoam™ you’ve been collecting\, hoping it wasn’t destined for the landfill! All of the material collected with be taken to Hutchinson\, where it will be made into a variety of objects. We’ll also have volunteers on hand to provide information about other waste-reducation activities. \nHere’s what will be accepted:\n• Clean packaging from televisions\, computers\, appliances\, furniture\n• Foam coolers\n• Medication boxes (coolers)\n• Uncoated white insulation sheets\n• Packing peanuts if securely bagged \nNot accepted:\n• Plates\, cups\, take-out boxes\, meat trays\n• Colored Styrofoam™\n• Packaging with dirt\, tape or labels \nA big thank you to our partners\, Kato Moving and Storage and Mankato Clinic Foundation! \n* We’re also hoping to find a few volunteers to work a two-hour shift on either of those days.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/rigid-styrofoam-recycling-event/2025-06-21/
LOCATION:Kato Moving and Storage/Mayflower\, 417 Poplar Street\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mankato Area Zero Waste":MAILTO:mankatozerowaste@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250620T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250620T190000
DTSTAMP:20250321T141145Z
CREATED:20250211T142303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T141145Z
UID:10000969-1750446000-1750446000@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Justin Moore
DESCRIPTION:Multi PLATINUM-selling country artist\, Justin Moore\, is bringing his summer tour to the Vetter Stone Amphitheater on Friday\, June 20 with direct support\, Joe Nichols. \nTickets are on sale beginning on Friday\, February 14 at 10:00 AM at the Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center Ticket Office & Ticketmaster.com.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/justin-moore/
LOCATION:Vetter Stone Amphitheater\, 309 W Rock St.\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Entertainment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250619T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250619T223000
DTSTAMP:20250403T155559Z
CREATED:20250403T155559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T155559Z
UID:10001002-1750354200-1750372200@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Beer\, Brats and Bourbon for BackPack
DESCRIPTION:Raise a glass to raise awareness of youth hunger in our community! \nBeer\, Brats & Bourbon (BBB) offers on-site attendance at FOCP’s warehouse for a community-building awesome time! While we certainly have a fun time enjoying the atmosphere and libations at BBB\, this annual get-together helps provide hunger relief services to hundreds of local youths. All the proceeds raised go directly towards our work serving food-insecure students in grades K-12 well-balanced meals when school is out. \n$65 General Admission Ticket Includes:\n​- Entrance into Event\n– Free Pint of Beer\n– Free Bourbon Tasting\n– Grilled Fare Meal from Pub 500\n– Live Music from The Brothers Burn Mountain\, and\nMaygen & The Birdwatcher\n​\n​Access To:\nSilent Auction\, Raffle Packages\, Bourbon Wall\, Pack-a-Punch\, AND MORE! \nDiscounted Tickets Available for Designated Drivers ($45)
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/beer-brats-and-bourbon-for-backpack/
LOCATION:FOCP BackPack Warehouse\, 2120 Howard Drive\, West\, North Mankato\, MN\, 56003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fairs & Festivals,Live Entertainment,Non-Profit
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ORGANIZER;CN="Feeding Our Communities Partners":MAILTO:focp.admin@feedingandfueling.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250617T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250617T203000
DTSTAMP:20250610T151039Z
CREATED:20250610T151039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T151039Z
UID:10001104-1750188600-1750192200@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Mankato Area Community Band Concert
DESCRIPTION:Free concerts in the park. Drop in to hear a wide variety of musical favorites. Suitable for all ages!
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/mankato-area-community-band-concert/2025-06-17/
LOCATION:Sibley Park\, 900 Mound Ave.\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Entertainment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mankato Area Community Band":MAILTO:contact@boyinblue.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250617T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250617T143000
DTSTAMP:20260204T201446Z
CREATED:20260204T201446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T201446Z
UID:10001100-1750165200-1750170600@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:BREAKING COMMUNICATION BARRIERS
DESCRIPTION:Free & open to the public \nThis interactive presentation with Joyce Kolbet\, VINE Caregiver Coach\, for caregivers focuses on ways to improve communication and stay connected despite barriers like hearing loss\, vision loss\, dementia or stroke. Hear about an online resource that can help caregivers learn skills and be attentive to selfcare. Call (507) 387-1666 to register.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/breaking-communication-barriers/
LOCATION:Minnesota
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250614T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250615T000000
DTSTAMP:20250527T171141Z
CREATED:20250527T171141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T171141Z
UID:10001097-1749924000-1749945600@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Witch Syndicate and Echo Signal at Tune Town
DESCRIPTION:Filthy Cryptid Events- Booking Agency Presents:\nWitch Syndicate and Echo Signal are swinging into Southern Minnesota’s best record store to serve up some halfway to Halloween vibes!\nIf you’ve caught Witch Syndicate before\, you likely love them as much as we do\, but here’s a link if you haven’t heard them yet:\nhttps://witchsyndicate.bandcamp.com/\nThis is our first time working with Echo Signal\, but we’ve been champing at the bit to do so\, if you like goth and post-punk\, you will not be disappointed.\nhttps://echosignal.bandcamp.com/album/killer-in-the-palace\nThis is a $10 suggested donation/pay-what-you-can all-ages show. All proceeds go to the bands.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/witch-syndicate-and-echo-signal-at-tune-town/
LOCATION:Minnesota
CATEGORIES:Live Entertainment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250614T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250614T160000
DTSTAMP:20250129T210808Z
CREATED:20250129T210808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T210808Z
UID:10000954-1749895200-1749916800@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Family Day At The History Center
DESCRIPTION:Join us for family fun at the Blue Earth County History Center! Each month\, enjoy free admission\, a scavenger hunt\, crafts\, and a hands-on history workshop for all ages! Workshops will be short 20-30 minute sessions held at 10:30 am and 2 pm. (most months) \nVisit our website at BlueEarthCountyHistory.com/Events for monthly details. \nFree and open to the public.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/family-day-at-the-history-center-5/2025-06-14/
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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