Downtown Partnership of Mankato/North Mankato and Mankato Area Shopping Events are thrilled to introduce a spring shop hop event with a twist! Visit participating shops for The Great Bouquet Build and collect a variety of flowers at each stop. As you stroll through town visiting...
It Took Courage by Christopher P. Lehman January – March 2026 $50/Series Lehman uncovers the story of Winston’s first forty-two years and her long struggle to obtain her freedom. She was sold away from her birth family; her husband, a free man, died before he...
Ever wondered if you could make your own syrup? Join us for an immersive tour of Ney Nature Center's maple syrup operation, where you'll discover the journey from tree to table! This experience takes you through our syrup process to learn about traditional and modern...
Thursdays, March 26 – May 7 9 – 11 am This is a fall prevention class where participants build confidence about balance. Topics also discussed include vision, hearing, medication, footwear and exercises. Free and open to the public.
Thursday, March 26 3 – 4:30 pm Adelia Gregory Miller, Local Teaching Artist & Writer Adelia will explore how writing has provided her with a way to process life experiences, remember key moments and build confidence in using her voice. She will discuss how leaning...
The Friends of the Boy in Blue Civil War Memorial will present the 13th annual Civil War Symposium. The symposium will be held on Saturday, March 28, 2026 from 9 am to 5 pm at the Morson-Ario-Strand VFW, 1900 No. Riverfront Dr. in Mankato. The...
Munchkin Markets Kids Pop-Up Shop – Mankato Shop thousands of gently-used baby and kids items at the Munchkin Markets Spring Sale in Mankato! Local families sell their outgrown clothing, toys, books, shoes, baby gear, games, and more — all in one place and priced 40–90%...
Returning in 2026, many of the sit-down, history programs will be hybrid! In March, we will be taking a virtual tour of the National Register of Historic Places in Mankato. Attend in person at the History Center or join us via Zoom from anywhere! Can’t...
We live to bring extreme metal to Southern Minnesota. Start getting hyped now, this show is going to leave a crater! Xkwizite- Northern MN class war slam. Embedded In Flesh- South Dakota death metal They will be joined by Inaforethought and Pronoya for a Midwest...
We live to bring extreme metal to Southern Minnesota. Start getting hyped now, this show is going to leave a crater! Xkwizite- Northern MN class war slam. Embedded In Flesh- South Dakota death metal They will be joined by Inaforethought and Pronoya for a Midwest...
Tuesday, March 31 11 am – 12 pm Amanda Holland, MS, PA-C, Mayo Clinic Health System When health decisions feel overwhelming, clarity can bring peace of mind. Join Amanda as she explains what Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) and Do Not Intubate (DNI) orders mean and...
We're excited to have our VERY FIRST RV & Boat Show in Minnesota, happening April 2-4! Join us at the Mankato RV & Boat Super Sale at the Mankato Event Center for UNBEATABLE savings on the RV or boat of your dreams, all from the...