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WELCOME TO GREATER MANKATO
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Thank you for picking up our visitor guide. If you are looking for an adventure, wellness event, a great family getaway or an invigorating cultural experience, you are investigating the right community. In Mankato, we are playing year-round, and we are proud to share what we have to offer with others.
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You can find Mankato nestled in the scenic Minnesota River Valley just 75 minutes southwest of the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro. Our community offers experiences you would expect from a major metro and the charm you can get only from a close-knit community. Whether you are enjoying Mankato for a weekend or spending a lifetime in the area, you will feel your time here was well worth it. Mankato is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy the area’s abundant recreation activities and wellness events. In addition to the scenic beauty of the Minnesota River, there are numerous lakes throughout the area. Greater Mankato has more than 60 parks and 50 miles of paved bike trails for walking, biking, running or skating. Our on- and off-road trail system is quickly becoming a magnet for biking enthusiasts. Plus, we can’t forget the hills that are great for skiing, biking and climbing. You can escape to Mankato for an enriching cultural encounter. Our calendar is packed year-round because of a thriving arts community that offers headliner concerts, top-notch theater performances, live music and lively night entertainment. In addition, you can’t take a step in our City Center without noticing the fine arts from painted utility boxes to CityArt sculptures to poetry on the trail system. Mankato has a rich history, including a significant role in the U.S.-Dakota Conflict, and serves as the backdrop for the popular Betsy-Tacy book series. Traditions have arisen from this history that bring visitors back to Mankato year after year. We know a little retail therapy goes a long way, and we are happy to say Greater Mankato serves as a retail center, with hundreds of stores and restaurants, ranging from large national retailers to quaint local shops. Add to these assets Greater Mankato’s convenient location, outstanding business development, community services, citizen commitment, premier health care and awardwinning school systems, and you’ve got the perfect community for visitors, residents and businesses to thrive. We welcome the opportunity to tell you more about our great community. For more information on visiting Mankato, contact Visit Mankato at 800-657-4733. For business and community information, call Greater Mankato Growth at 800-697-0652.
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Mankato on the MANKATO NEVER STOPS MOVING, NO MATTER WHAT THE SEASON BRINGS. If it’s fresh air and adventure you seek, you’ve found it. Our unique combination of local, county and state trails total more than 50 miles of paved trails, nestled in a scenic river valley for cyclists and runners. Energize yourself by cycling to a nearby winery, kayaking one of our many rivers, skiing the slopes of Mount Kato or rock climbing. You’ll find a plethora of invigorating outdoor adventure year-round in Mankato.
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Bring your bicycles
Roll down the river
Greater Mankato has more than 50 miles of paved trails for a perfect family bike ride. Mankato features miles and miles of scenic, low-traffic, wide-shouldered country roads and mountain biking opportunities at the Kiwanis Mountain Bike Trail & Skills Park, Fort LeHillier Mountain bike trails and, for the more experienced rider, Mount Kato.MM Don’t let winter slow you down. Snow bikes or “fat bikes” are best experienced along packed trails. Try it yourself at Seven Mile Creek Park, Kiwanis Mountain Bike Trail & Skills Park, Fort LeHillier or Indian Lake Conservation Area.
Take a guided trip through the Blue Earth County river valley with a local outdoor adventure outfitter or go it alone. Our area offers river rides on either the Blue Earth or Minnesota Rivers for all skill levels, from beginners to thrill seekers. Along the way, keep a look out for wildlife or throw in a line and try your best to catch a fish. Don’t forget to pack a lunch and stop at a sand bar to relax or explore the river shore.
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Conquer the slopes
Get your climb on
Ski, snowboard or tube at Mount Kato. Whether you are experienced or need a lesson or two, Mount Kato has everything you need for a fun day with the family including 19 trails, eight chair lifts, four terrain parks, a two-level chalet with food service, The Lift Bar and a full-service rental shop. In the off-season, bring your bike and experience the mountain biking trails.
Test your climbing skills at the Rock Climbing Walls located on the campus of Minnesota State University, Mankato.MM MSU, Mankato offers both indoor and outdoor walls to climb and equipment to rent as well. These climbing walls simulate outdoor rock climbing with various levels of difficulty.
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Take on a trail Whether you’re training to run a marathon or out for a casual stroll, Greater Mankato’s trail system offers a spectacular scenic view of the areas that may not always be explored, especially if you stick to the road. Trail users will follow streams and cross upland and wetland areas, where you are sure to see all kinds of wildlife. Travel through our prairie land or hike our river valley bluffs for amazing views throughout all four seasons.
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Mankato has more than 50 miles of paved trails in a scenic river valley waiting to be explored by foot or by bike. But there are also many miles of dirt trails perfect for a fatter tire. Mankato continues to grow as a mountain biking destination through the work of local biking enthusiasts. Walkers or runners will love the beauty of our trails. Not only are they aesthetically pleasing, thanks to Mother Nature, but we also have the beauty of poetry along our trails. The Mankato Poetry Walk and Ride displays poetry signs in our numerous parks and along our miles and miles of recreational trails. Stop and read the poetry of our local citizens or listen to an audio version straight from the mouth of the poet. For biking enthusiasts, Mankato features some of the best trails in the state and scenic roadways with wide shoulders and little traffic. Our trail system offers a spectacular view of areas that may not always be explored. Trail users will follow streams and cross upland and wetland areas, where one may see all kinds of wildlife. You never know what is around the next bend. Mountain biking continues to grow in Greater Mankato through the dedication of groups like the Mankato Area Mountain Bikers that build sustainable, environmentally-friendly trails that make the most of natural terrain features. This group also cares for and maintains some of the mountain biking areas in Greater Mankato. There are currently five mountain biking areas to explore, so get ready to head out and explore all the different trails we have to offer!
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Mountain Biking
Mankato offers five mountain biking trails to explore for experienced riders and biking newbies.
North Star Bicycle Festival
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President, Greater Mankato Bike and Walk Advocates
Ft. LeHillier Trail
Open mid-May through October, this 2.2-mile public-use mountain bike trail is located at the intersection of Highways 66 and 90 just south of Mount Kato. Maintained by the Mankato High School Cycling Team, this trail is a great spot for the kids to try out mountain biking.
If I’m going biking with kids or inexperienced riders, the Red Jacket Trail is always my go-to. We start by West High School and YMCA and go until we feel like turning around. Sometimes we only make it a couple miles to Weagel Park. Other times we turn around at the high trestle bridge, after taking in the view of the Le Sueur River. If we’re feeling energetic, we go all the way to the town of Rapidan, or the dam and Dam Store. We might get a burger or pie at the Store, and in the late summer stop at the U-pick sweet corn field on the edge of Rapidan. The best parts of the return are the long gradual downhill from Rapidan back to the trestle, and the shaded corridor closer to Mankato. I’ve ridden the Red Jacket Trail hundreds of time and it never gets old. A new attraction along the Trail is a City Park that includes two old gravel pits. They are excellent swimming holes.
Indian Lake Conservation Area
Indian Lake Conservation Area is a 120-acre regional park that provides an outstanding recreational and environmental resource. The park, located south of Mankato on Indian Lake Road, melds environmental and recreational amenities. It offers a multi-use trail system which circles Indian Lake and connects with other regional trails.
Kiwanis Mountain Bike Trail & Skills Park
Built and maintained by the Mankato Area Mountain Bikers club, the Kiwanis Mountain Bike Trail & Skills Park was named one of Minnesota’s “20 Popular Fat Bike Trails You’ve Never Heard Of” by Singletracks, this park offers five miles of mountain biking fun in addition to a new skills park. Located just north of the Hwy 169 and Hwy 14 intersection north of Mankato, the park also offers dog park areas, a canoe/kayak area and an archery range.
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Before the snow flies and after it melts again, Mount Kato turns its attention to mountain biking. Slightly more than seven miles of mountain bike trails are accessible during the non-winter months.
Seven Mile Creek Trail
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Our Greater Mankato Biking and Hiking Guide offers a bike map for beginning bikers to experienced riders on both trails and country roads. Download your guide today online at visitmankatomn.com or call 507-385-6660 to be mailed a map.
Join a local ride
Local rides are scheduled Monday through Thursday nights by different groups and are open to anyone who wants to join in the fun and exercise. The schedule is posted on Visit Mankato’s website on the biking page under Group Rides.
Seven Mile Park is a 628-acre county park located off Highway 169 between North Mankato and St. Peter. There are eight miles of multi-use trails with Holiday Lights Biking equestrian parking and a highway underpass. Several footbridges cross Seven Mile Creek.
For a longer (35 mile) ride with a few biker friends, I continue past the Rapidan dam to Lake Crystal and Judson, then back to North Mankato following the Judson Bottom Road. This is known as the Lake Crystal Loop. There’s something about the contrast between the wide-open farmland in the middle part of the ride, and the deep valley of the Minnesota River towards the end that makes for a great ride. Unless you’re just cranking through, the park at Minnemishinona is a fine place for a rest. I also enjoy just biking around town. The bike lanes on Broad Street are especially pleasant on weekends and holidays when traffic is light. I sometimes take a detour to Riverfront for ice cream, coffee, or baked goods. I also like looking at the older homes on the tree-lined north end of Broad near Tourtellotte Park.
Mankato is proud to be designated a “bronze” Bike Friendly Community by the League of American Bicyclists, Washington D.C.
Lee and Linda Ganske
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Year-round Biking
For biking enthusiasts, Mankato features some of the best trails in the state and scenic roadways with wide shoulders and little to moderate traffic.
Mountain Biking
Minnesota River Trail
This trail connects the Sakatah and Minneopa Trails. It is a multi-use trail taking users along the Minnesota River, highlighting Mankato’s prime location on the river valley from Riverfront Park,MM through the City Center Mankato to Sibley ParkMM in West Mankato.
Rasmussen Woods
The wooded trails surrounding the Elks Nature Center at Rasmussen Woods are ideal for hikers, birdwatchers and anyone who loves nature. This features 150-acre tract perfect or hiking and observing wildlife throughout the seasons. There are over 5 miles of hiking trails inclusive of meadows, wetlands, floating trails, cliffs and a park overlook. The woods are located just off Stoltzman Road.
Red Jacket Bike Trail
Take a 13-mile ride on an asphalt and crushed stone path from the YMCA in Mankato’s City Center all the way to awesome eats, delicious pie included, at the Rapidan Dam Store. The Red Jacket Trail includes a beautiful route through an open countryside, beside the Minnesota River, on railroad trestles which stand more than 80 feet high and 550 feet long, over several wooden bridges and under a landmark tunnel at the new southern bypass all the way to Rapidan.
Sakatah Singing Hills Trail
Follow 39 miles of abandoned railroad grade from Mankato (the trail begins on Lime Valley Road, just past the intersection of Riverfront Drive and Hwy. 14) to Faribault. The blacktopped trail meanders through rich farmland and small towns and follows several lakes, including Madison and Cannon, where there are swimming beaches. There are parks and six great cultural pit stops in communities every few miles. The trail, which intersects Sakatah State Park, is open for biking, hiking, in-line skating and cross-country skiing.
Seven Mile Creek Trails
Just seven miles north of Mankato on Hwy. 169, you’ll find over eight miles of multiuse trails that wind through a beautiful, deep forested valley with a spring-fed trout stream flowing down the middle. This is a great park for anyone looking for an
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exhilarating work out, a fun hike or ride or anyone looking to enjoy nature up close.
Minnesota River Valley Scenic Byway
Explore the Minnesota River Valley on four wheels! This scenic byway takes you on a journey down the roads and the highways that follow the Minnesota River. Take in the stunning views of the river and bluffs, see wildlife and stop in and explore the river towns and cities. Check out mnrivervalley.com for more information about this scenic byway.
Bike repair stations
In need of a quick repair while you’re out for a ride? Five stateof-the-art bike repair stations are located at opportune spots on Mankato’s multiple trail systems. A variety of handy tools, including an air pump, wrenches, screwdrivers and more, are featured on the station. Locate the Mankato-owned stations by visiting visitmankatomn.com/ mankato/explore/biking.
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Spring Lake Park
area parks AREA PARKS ARE ATTRACTIONS FOR THE ACTIVE AND ADVENTUROUS. As a community that provides opportunities to be active and adventurous year-round, we are proud to point out that many local parks are attractions they house themselves.
Fallenstein PlaygroundMM
Fallenstein Playground provides children of all abilities the opportunity to play. Fallenstein provides an environment where children, families, and our community can come together and grow by providing everyone the opportunity to not only access the play structure, but also engage with the structures.
Land of Memories Park
This park features trails that wind along the Blue Earth and Minnesota Rivers and through the woods. Campers can find access to the river as well as rustic, relaxing camping throughout 100 acres of beautiful scenery surrounding 47 camping sites for both tents and recreational vehicles. This park is also a destination for disc golfers and wide-open spaces for all kinds of activities and events.
Minneopa State ParkMM
You could spend hours watching the waterfall, but you can also hike along the trails that encircle the falls, watch the birds, visit Seppman Mill, an abandoned windmill, or camp in one of the picturesque sites. A herd of 11 bison roam the enclosed 330 acres of the park. The herd is unique, having high-quality genetics descending from the type of bison Lewis and Clark gazed upon in the 1830s. Visitors can drive through
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the park to catch a glimpse of these beautiful giants.
Reconciliation Park
Native American culture and heritage can be seen all around this park. Reconciliation Park is the site of the largest mass execution in U.S. history where 38 Dakota Indians were hanged by the government. This was the result of trials during the U.S. Dakota Conflict of 1862. One of the largest features of the park is a buffalo statue, which Tom Miller sculpted from a 67-ton block of local Kasota limestone; it is surrounded by native flowers and prairie grasses. The buffalo symbolizes the spiritual survival of the Dakota People and honors the Dakota heritage of this area. The park is a site to reflect, meditate and remember.
Riverfront ParkMM
Riverfront Park has been recognized as one of Minnesota’s best outdoor music venues. It plays host to a variety of events and festivals for people to enjoy. The grand Lawn, Vetter Stone amphitheater, canoe landing, trail head building, playground and public art are just some of the amenities to be enjoyed at the park. The Minnesota River Trail runs through the park and provides great views of the Minnesota River and the City Center.
Sibley ParkMM
Nestled between the Minnesota and Blue Earth Rivers, Sibley Park is one of the oldest parks in Greater Mankato, once featuring a horse racing track, regional zoo, museum and clay tennis courts. Now featuring an agricultural theme, the park has been recognized as having one of the coolest playgrounds in the state by NewsCastic in 2015. A fitting petting zoo with farm animals goes along with that theme. Other park features include beautiful walking trails through the park and along the river, gorgeous flowers and stone gardens, and HealthBeat outdoor exercise equipment. In the winter, the park comes festively aglow with more than one million lights and dancing displays during the month-long Kiwanis Holiday Lights. Take a sled and delight in a large sledding hill for everyone to enjoy.
Spring Lake Park
North Mankato’s Spring Lake Park has all kinds of fun for families. For some water play, check out the duck pond or unique sand-bottom swimming pool. There are also shelters, trails, playground equipment, sand volleyball courts and winter sledding hills.
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water adventure MANKATO’S RIVER SYSTEMS OFFER ADVENTURE WITH A SPLASH. Blue Earth County boasts more river shore than any other county in Minnesota. With so many rivers to travel, Mankato offers river adventures ranging from a leisurely float to a thrilling paddling experience. Mankato’s two largest rivers are the Minnesota and Blue Earth Rivers. Both offer several must-see stopping points. While traveling down the Minnesota River, be sure to stop at Sibley Park to visit the animals at the petting zoo or Riverfront Park to catch a live concert. If you want more of a thrill ride, try the Blue Earth River. Between rapids, stop at Devils Gulch, a narrow, mossy-covered ravine along the river banks; Triple Falls, with three separate platforms and impressive height.; and don’t forget Big Moe, a glacier boulder in the middle of the river, for photos or a picnic.
Blue Earth River
Kiwanis Mountain Bike Trail & Skills Park (Minnesota River access) Riverfront ParkMM (Minnesota River access)
Outside-of-Town Access
County Road 90 Bridge (Blue Earth River access) Rapidan Dam Park (Blue Earth River access) Red Jacket Park (Le Sueur River access) Seven Mile Creek Park (Minnesota River access) County Road 10 & 16 Bridge (Big Cobb and Le Sueur Rivers access)
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Not equipped or need help finding these local gems along the river? Contact our local outfitter, Bent River Outfitter, to get a guided trip down the river.
River Access
Mankato has several spots to launch your kayak or canoe in the river, both in town and just outside of town. You can go for a short or long trip—whichever you prefer.
In-Town Access
Sibley ParkMM (Blue Earth and Minnesota Rivers access) Land of Memories Park (Blue Earth and Minnesota Rivers access)
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snow adventure Mount Kato Ski Lift
MANKATO NEVER GOES INTO WINTER HIBERNATION. Outdoor winter sports in Mankato get you exploring great hills and trails on skis, snowshoes, snowmobiles and snow bikes
Cross Country Skiing
Groomed pathways in an extensive trail system surrounding Mankato bring cross country skiers through Indian Lake Park, Williams Nature Center, Bray Park, Wildwood Conservation Area and Daly Park. Each location presents an exciting journey for a beginner or experienced cross country skier. Call 507-304-4025 or visit Blue Earth County’s website at co.blueearth.mn.us.
Down-Hill Skiing
Down-hill skiers find that Mount KatoMM remains a hub for fast action and short lines. With 19 groomed trails and four terrain parks for skiing and snowboarding, you won’t get bored. The cozy ski lodge is great for recuperation and dining.
Hockey
Each winter, fans swarm indoors to cheer on their Minnesota State University, Mankato Men’s and Women’s Division I Hockey at the Verizon Center.MM During period intermissions watch the up-andcoming mini mites hockey players take the ice, and partake in the games and sing-alongs with the crowd.
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Pond Hockey
Ice Skating
Mankato has 11 parks with outdoor ice skating rinks. All Season’s Arena offers an indoor skating rink, with skate rentals. Skate for fun or compete in a game of hockey.
Sledding
Grab a sled or tube and head to the legendary Sibley ParkMM or Spring Lake Park hill for downhill sledding. Don’t have a tube? No problem. Downhill tubing action at Mount Kato provide large tubes for a smoother ride with just as much thrill.
Snowbiking
Snowbikes or “fat bikes” are best experienced along packed trails. Try it yourself at Seven Mile Creek Park, Kiwanis Mountain Bike Trail & Skills Park, which is consistently groomed throughout winter, Ft. LeHillier Trail or Indian Lake Conservation Area.
Snowmobiling
There are 160 miles of trails for snowmobilers in Blue Earth County. Snowmobilers should visit the Minnesota Department of Natural resources to get detailed maps of available snowmobile routes at dnr.state.mn.us/snowmobiling/ index.html.
Snowshoeing
Snowshoeing reveals a whole new experience in our parks or our trails during the winter. This activity allows you to experience winter in all its wonder. Go it alone or book a tour with the local experts, Bent River Outfitter. Rent snowshoes from Bent River Outfitter or Minnesota State University, MankatoMM Campus Recreation. Looking for a snowshoe and winery combo? Join Bent River Outfitter for a winter tour around the scenic landscapes home to either of our unique wineries, Morgan Creek Vineyards or Chankaska Creek Ranch and Winery. After exploring the snow-covered vineyards, enjoy the warmth of a cozy atmosphere and taste of select cheeses and local vino.
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WHO SAYS YOU HAVE TO GIVE UP ADVENTURE WHEN YOU HAVE A FAMILY? We know traveling with a family is an adventure all its own. Load up the kids or grandkids and mountain bike at the Ft. LeHillier Trail, ski the slopes of Mount Kato, kayak the Minnesota River or dare to try a new cuisine. Here are some of our top suggestions for family fun. You can find more information on our website at visitmankatomn.com.
Children’s Museum of Southern MinnesotaMM
The Children’s Museum of Southern Minnesota is a wonder-filled destination just waiting to be discovered. Imagine getting behind the be wheel of the 1917 Little Giant sod buster, exploring six unique forts suspended in the canopy of a 30-foot “tree,” or getting your hands-on experience in the two-story level maker area. With six indoor exhibits and 12,000 square feet of outdoor space, there really is something for everyone at this great Museum for families.
Sibley ParkMM
Sibley Park is a favorite of many area families. Not only is the park beautifully landscaped with extensive gardens, it also offers endless recreational opportunities including multiple play areas, a petting zoo, picnicking areas and outdoor workout equipment. While at the park, people can also enjoy fishing on the river, take a walk on the Minnesota River Trail or watch a local softball game. In the winter months, Sibley Park is also home to a legendary sledding hill, a synthetic ice skating rink and the Kiwanis Holiday Lights.
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River Hills Mall
Kids are a big deal at River Hills Mall. Families can extend the indoor fun within the Mall by taking in a movie at the Cinemark theater. Hop on the grand Carousel and get a ride from a horse, goat and even a cat. Kids love the Mankato Clinic Children's Play Area. This fantastic playground for kids is hand-sculpted from soft foam creating a unique area specifically built for fun. Learning, playing and just plain having fun are encouraged with this colorful and unique medical-themed play area. The play pieces familiarize kids with what they'll see in a clinic. Children will love to crawl on the stethoscope, slide down the Band-Aid slide and more.
Burn Off Some Energy
Spend the day at the Mankato Family YMCA. Kids will love to run in the gyms, play in the Kid’s Gym and swim in the Taylor Family Aquatic Center and Pool. Let the school-age kids relax in the YMCA’s Pepsi Cube with foosball, a climbing wall, video games and more.
Take a Dip
Spring Lake Park in North Mankato is a unique sand-bottom pool that offers a lake feel without the weeds. Located in beautiful Spring Lake Park, this zero-entry pool comes complete with sand for sand castles, diving boards and more. Not far from Spring Lake Park is Hiniker Pond, a swimming park with a real sand beach and fishing pier. Tourtellotte Pool in Tourtellotte Park offers a swimming facility featuring an Olympicsized pool with a separate diving well and a
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heated wading pool. Visit one of the many lakes in the Greater Mankato area for more fun in the water.
Be Wowed at the Wow! Zone
Your kids will find plenty to do at The Wow! Zone. We are talking bowling, laser tag, video games, pizza and more. There are also amenities for mom and dad to enjoy while the kids play. For more bowling opportunities, check out Victory Bowl or the lanes at Minnesota State University, Mankato.MM
Explore Public Art
Kids have been found to explore and get photos with some of the most interesting of the 34 rotating outdoor sculptures displayed through the CityArt Sculpture Walking Tour. Artists from around the world share their creations. Starting in May when the new sculptures are installed until April, pull out a ballot from a box along the route and get the kids to vote for their favorite. The People’s Choice Award will be purchased and remain permanently in the community. While walking the City Center, look for artistic traffic signal box murals through CityArt On the Go. Each are unique and delightful. Public art can really be seen all over the community and at your feet with the poetry walk in Old TownMM and at Riverfront Park.MM Pick up the CityArt Public Art Tour guide for more information.
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Happy Wife, Mother of 3 year old Josephina, and local Mankato Mom Blog Contributor As 7 year West Mankato residents, we feel so blessed to have so many local opportunities for our family. Mankato brings so many experiences, child friendly options for our 3 year old daughter, adult outings for us, and a multitude of things we can do all together as a family. All seasons bring different adventures and entertainment for great memory making.
Winters in Minnesota can be brutal; we choose to embrace the winter time! It is easy to do with Sibley Park as an option. Sibley offers the festive Kiwanis Holiday lights and the best sledding hill around. Both are fun for the whole family, free of cost, and offer a great way to get out and about during the chilly snowy days. Minneopa State Park is just as beautiful in the winter months as it is in the summer. We frequent the trails and enjoy snowshoeing to add exercise into the routine.
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Go for a Climb
There are plenty of trails to hike including those at Seven Mile Creek and Minneopa State Park. For a real climb, there is a great wall for that at Minnesota State University, Mankato. The largest rock wall in Southern Minnesota, the Indoor Climbing Center at MSU, Mankato provides an exhilarating experience for the entire family. The wall is cast from real rock located in Minnesota and Wisconsin and provides amazingly realistic texture, allowing climbers to use natural features and attached handholds to create incredibly versatile routes suitable for beginners to veteran climbers. Each climb can be a unique one on the way to the 35-foot pinnacle.
When we are looking for a warmer way to stay busy, we head to the Children’s Museum of Southern Minnesota. It is a great place to learn, explore, and play. Seasonal exhibits keep every visit interesting. River Hills Mall Carousel
Catch Some Air at Chesley Skate Park
Whether you roll on four wheels or two, Chesley Skate Park offers outdoor and indoor spaces to ride. Try your hand at skateboarding, biking, inline skating and scooter riding in a supervised, safe and family-friendly environment. Chesley Skate Park is the place for youth to socialize with others who are just as enthusiastic about skating. Rental of helmets, pads and skateboards are available for your use.
The summer months bring Mankato MoonDogs baseball games, concerts and events at the outdoor Vetter Stone Amphitheater, and hitting the Red Jacket Trail. The Mankato MoonDogs have the thrill and fun of major league baseball but are a local family entertainment option. Our favorite event at Riverfront Park is Rib Fest in August. It is the perfect combination of good music, great food, and time with friends and family. The Red Jacket Trail offers breathtaking views and will lead you to the Rapidan Dam Store, a must stop for history, views, and of course pie. Delight in all that Mankato has to offer, we do!
Bounce Around at Bounce Town
Head to Bounce Town to let your bouncers have fun while getting some exercise in the indoor inflatable play center. There are a variety of inflatables including bouncers, obstacle courses and slides. The little ones up to 40" will have fun in Wee Town. Molly, Josephina, Aaron
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YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS THESE GREAT EVENTS! Mankato Craft Beer Expo
| January 12, 2019 | The 6th Annual Mankato Craft Beer Expo is hosted at the Verizon Center and will showcase the offerings of craft breweries here in Minnesota, as well as all over the United States.
Anthony Ford Pond Hockey Classic
| January 25-27, 2019 | In the state of hockey, there is no better experience than outdoors on a frozen lake in Minnesota. The Anthony Ford Pond Hockey Classic takes place at Spring Lake Park in North Mankato and is a tradition that will create memories of a lifetime.
Speechless Film Festival
| March 29-30, 2019 | Speechless Film Festival is a two-day multimedia event that showcases local and international artists from a variety of film genres including documentary, animation, drama, experimental and more.
Bookin’ On Belgrade
| May 18, 2019 | Bookin’ On Belgrade takes place on Belgrade Ave in the City Center North Mankato and is a nearly 5K Family Fun Run and Walk. Registrants get a t-shirt, grab bag, extra goodies and children get a free book.
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Minnesota Air Spectacular
| June 15-16, 2019 | Mankato will be hosting the world-famous United States Air Force Thunderbirds on June 15 and 16, 2019 as part of the Minnesota Air Spectacular. The Thunderbirds’ performance at the Minnesota Air Spectacular will be their only Minnesota appearance in 2019. The Minnesota Air Spectacular will be held at the Mankato Regional Airport in Mankato.
Solstice
| June 21-22, 2019 | Solstice is one of Mankato’s major summer charity events. The schedule is full of local and regional musicians, artists, crafts and food vendors. Bring coolers, sun shades, lawn chairs, bean bags and other lawn toys and enjoy the afternoon.
Red, Hot, Boom
| July 4, 2019 | The area’s most spectacular 4th of July celebration. Riverfront Park opens at 5 p.m. with live entertainment, food and beverages. Fireworks begin at 10 p.m. and are synced to music from Radio Mankato stations: Hot 96.7, Minnesota 93 and 94.1 KXLP Classic Rock.
North Mankato Fun Days
| July 10-14, 2019 | North Mankato Fun Days consists of four days of fun for people of all ages. Fun Days offers a variety of activities including a parade, kiddie parade, carnival, softball tournaments, live music and more.
Blues on Belgrade
| July 27, 2019 | A great line up of popular Blues bands from all over perform on Belgrade Avenue in City Center North Mankato. Come rain or shine.
Ribfest
| August 1-4, 2019 | Ribbers from all over the country travel to Mankato’s Riverfront park to compete and be crowned the best around at Mankato’s annual Ribfest. This four-day festival includes well-known musical guests performing every night and the tastiest ribs around. Come for the food, stay for the fun.
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Thunder of Drums
| July 9, 2019 | The Thunder of Drums is a sight to be seen and heard! You will be blown off your bleacher by the fantastic drum corps competing in a show of soaring musical and visual artistry at Minnesota State University, Mankato campus. Net proceeds support the local Kiwanis youth programs and the Mankato ’77 Lancers Marching Band.
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Indian Island Winery Annual Grape Stomp
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Bells on Belgrade
Mahkato Annual Traditional Pow-Wow
Kiwanis Holiday Lights
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| September 14, 2019 | Heats of stompers will compete in groups of two. There will be great prizes for the top teams. There will also be a costume content for the best dressed group. Enjoy the live music. Do some shopping among all the vendors that will be set up. Admission is just $2 all day.
| September 20-22, 2019 | 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 execution in U.S. history and to signify the reconciliation between the Dakota and local settlers following the Dakota Conflict.
Oktoberfest, Bier on Belgrade
| September 21, 2019 | Bier on Belgrade activities take place on Belgrade Avenue and include a ceremonial first beer with city officials, music, a brat eating contest, bean bag toss area and hammerslagger.
| October 18-19, 2019 | Mankato Marathon is the Midwest’s boldest race, featuring a course through a beautiful countryside, trail system and river valley with a finish in the City Center. There’s a race for every runner— a full marathon, relay, half marathon, 10K, 5K, KidsK, Toddler Trot and Diaper Dash.
| November 29 – December 31, 2019 | Walk or drive through a winter wonderland for free during the Kiwanis Holiday Lights in Mankato’s Sibley Park. More than one million LED lights illuminate the landscape and an animated and choreographed display. Enjoy the Mary Dotson synthetic Skating Rink, live reindeer and visits with Santa.
| December 7, 2019 | The sights and sounds of the holiday season come alive on Belgrade Ave in North Mankato. Enjoy festive time with Santa and his elves, carolers from Minnesota State University, Mankato, the Mankato West Choir and other live music throughout the afternoon.
Christmas at the Hubbard House
| December 7-8, 2019 | Join in an annual tradition at the Historic R.D. Hubbard House with traditional decorations for the season and costumed characters that take you back to the turn of the century. Refreshments provided in the Carriage House.
STOMP! New Ulm Morgan Creek Vineyards Annual Oktoberfest Grape Stomp | October 5, 2019 | Harvest Festival with competitive grape stomping—an honorable salute to the past growing season! Take off your shoes and get ready to dance! Traditional Morris Dancers and Satori Violet Belly Dancers perform on the winery grounds. Dancing, Stomping and Revelry throughout the afternoon.
Mankato River Ramble
| October 6, 2019 | This event embraces the best of both bicycling worlds — off-road paved trails and quiet country roads with four scenic routes and four fun rest stops that feature great live music, delicious treats, cold and hot beverages and refreshing fruit. Four distances to choose from: 12, 26, 42 or 50 miles.
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History Fest
| October 9-12, 2019 | Step back in time at the annual History Fest at Jack McGowan’s Farm. You’ll find a variety of entertainers and activities, from reenactments to belly dancers and fire eaters. There are also plenty of hands-on activities for the kids including candle making, ziplining, giving carriage rides and finding dragon tears in the sandbox.
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Community Mural
Just a short drive from Minneapolis, Mankato is a thriving arts community with quality theater, music, dance and visual arts programs. Applaud a rousing theater production, peruse a gallery of full of work by popular local artists or reconnect under the stars at an outdoor concert.
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Home to one of the Coolest Urban Spaces in America.
Thrilllist ranked City Center Mankato’s CityArt Walking Sculpture Tour as one of the 14 Coolest Urban Spaces in America on their 2015 list.)
CityArt Walking Sculpture Tour
See and enjoy art out in the open with CityArt in Mankato’s City Center. Enjoy the CityArt Walking Sculpture Tour with sculptures from artists around the world in mediums ranging from bronze to cast iron to reclaimed farm equipment. You can even vote for your favorite sculpture or participate in a scavenger hunt.
Mankato Poetry
The newest form of public art in Mankato is poetry posted on signs in our numerous parks and along our miles of recreational trails. The Mankato Poetry Walk and Ride offers a creative outlet for poets of all ages while encouraging citizens to get out and get active.
CityArt On the Go
Discover art in unexpected places with CityArt On the Go as infrastructure becomes art! The traffic signal boxes in City Center Mankato have been transformed through murals by local artists, providing unexpected sights for pedestrians and drivers to enjoy.
CityArt Public Art Tour
Don’t miss the public art that may not be so obvious. Take the self-guided CityArt Public Art Tour featuring more than 40 unique pieces of permanent public art, as well as the WordWalk—a selection of poems stamped on the sidewalks and paths in Old TownMM and at Riverfront Park.MM
Theater, Theater, Theater
The Mankato area offers a variety of options for the theater lover. Minnesota State University, MankatoMM Theatre and Dance has several performances every year. More than 35,000 patrons witness, support and enjoy the department’s offerings each year, ranking it in the nation’s top one percent of college in theater attendance. Other area colleges including Bethany Lutheran College in Mankato and Gustavus Adolphus College in St. Peter have excellent theater programs. If you want a unique theater experience, The Merely Players Community Theatre brings art to the community through its theatrical performances year-round. The Merely Players also offer special performances at local establishments.
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Music & Dance
Enjoy musical and dance performances throughout the year in Mankato. Catch a performance of the Mankato Ballet or Dance Conservatory of Southern Minnesota. Experience the power of music at a concert by the Mankato Symphony Orchestra or Minnesota Valley Chorale.
Galleries
Mankato is a regional hub for art and culture. You will find art out in the open on our City Center Streets and in a number of established galleries. Take a moment to visit one of Mankato’s art galleries including the historic Carnegie Art Center, the 410 Project and Twin Rivers Council for the Arts.
Museums
If you are interested in history, literature or just having fun, you’ll find Mankato’s museum to be worth a visit. The Blue Earth County Historical Society operates the History Center Museum, Research Center and gift shop as well as the Historic R.D. Hubbard House in Mankato. The Betsy-Tacy Houses bring the classic books of Maud Hart Lovelace to life to get a glimpse into the past. Be sure to visit the Children’s Museum of Southern MinnesotaMM where you’ll find the perfect combination of Southern Minnesota’s rich culture in a hands-on, interactive learning environment.
Murals
Take a stroll along Riverfront drive, by Reconciliation Park, and you will find the Mni Mural (“mni” means “water” in the Dakota language) on a large section on the Flood Wall along the Minnesota River. The mural design is a natural river scene that also incorporates images of fish native to the Minnesota River, stretching 500 feet from the Depot to Reconciliation Park. The mural helps draw attention to that section of the wall and creates awareness of its access to the trail system. Created in 2017, the mural Kites adds abstract color and beauty to its surroundings. Patterns of bright, bold colors dance across the Riverfront Drive retaining wall. The 2018 INFUSE: Artists on Main Street program brought several new murals to the Old Town alleyways, including “To the Moon and Back,” “Hokusai Hardware,” and “All for One,” as well as the steel and glass work “Land of Memories.” New art is added around town all the time. Check out our website for the latest, up-todate information. visitmankatomn.com
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Fashion Designer/Teaching Artist Mankato is a great place to live in and visit because everything is so connected. Local organizations work together to create the best events and experience for everyone involved. I serve on the CityArt Sculpture Walk Committee and we are currently selecting pieces for the 2019 sculpture walk. The fundraising and selection process takes place in the fall/winter each year and our local businesses really come together to sponsor a new lineup each spring. These sculptures come from artists located all over the United States and Canada! On Mother’s Day Weekend each year all of the sculptors bring their chosen artwork to our community for installation and in true Mankato fashion…we make a BIG weekend out of it! That Friday evening, we have a reception for the sculptors at Twin Rivers Council for the Arts complete with food, drinks, and the opportunity for them to get to know each other and share their stories. Next, we walk the sculptors down to the Verizon Center for one of the biggest community events of the year… RAW Fusion! A fashion show where local designers use raw building materials to create their amazing outfits. After a thrilling evening out and a good night’s sleep in a local hotel, our sculptors rise early in the morning to install their sculptures all over town. After the installation is complete, we treat the sculptors to the Mankato Downtown Kiwanis & CityArt pancake breakfast for live music and artsy pancakes created by local artist Michael Cimino. They are colorful, creative, and they taste good too! Tours depart at various times from the pancake breakfast for people wanting to experience the new sculpture walk and the sculptors are available to meet at the breakfast as well. That evening we finish off the weekend with a nice dinner where the sculptors get to share stories before we send them off on a high note. They always feel welcome and appreciated. This is Mankato. This is how we do it. Our community comes together to create the best experience for everyone. Amy Sinning
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history
Mankato was originally named “Mahkato,” meaning greenish-blue earth, by its early inhabitants, the Dakota. Mankato is located at the confluence of the Minnesota and Blue Earth Rivers.
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1852: Parsons King Johnson and Henry Jackson arrived by steamboat at the confluence of the Blue Earth and Minnesota Rivers to create the new town of Mankato.
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1862: U.S.-Dakota Conflict (August 17 – December 26, 1862). Hundreds of white settlers and Dakota lost their lives. In the end, 38 Dakota Warriors were tried and sentenced to death resulting in the nation’s largest mass execution in history.
1868: Mankato Normal School established and first classes were held in basement of the Methodist Episcopal Church by Professor George M. Gage. Building constructed in1869 on 5th Street (today known as MSU, Mankato).
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1879: Iron truss 1887: Sibley Park,MM the first city park, bridge was first was established. Over the years, the park bridge to cross has served as a destination for residents and the Minnesota visitors featuring a racetrack (1887-1915), River between a zoo (1907-1965), recreation facilities and Mankato and today’s Sibley Farm petting zoo and Kiwanis North Mankato. Holiday Lights (2012-present). Prior to this, river crossings were Photos and content provided by done by ferry. Blue Earth County Historical Society visitmankatomn.com
In 1880, Mankato was the fourth largest city in Minnesota with a population of 5,500. Today, more than 50,000 people call Mankato and North Mankato home. In 1852, Parsons K. Johnson and Henry Jackson staked claims along these banks and founded the town of Mankato along the banks of the Minnesota River. The city was established on land purchased in a treaty between the U.S. government and the Dakota; the breaking of this treaty by the government led to the U.S.-Dakota Conflict of 1862. North Mankato, which sits just across the river, was established in 1898. The first bridge between North Mankato and Mankato was the Veteran’s memorial Bridge, an iron truss bridge constructed in 1879. The bridge represented an interdependence and partnership between the cities that continues. Today, many memorials and buildings exist to commemorate the diverse and important history that has shaped the Greater Mankato area. Mankato and North Mankato have many historical attractions that are must-sees for visitors.
Top Five Historical Tours Step back in time with Betsy-Tacy – Discover Deep Valley
Sitting quietly on top of Center Street Hill in Mankato, you’ll find the childhood home of Maud Hart Lovelace, beloved author of the Betsy-Tacy series of children’s books. As you are visiting the many significant Betsy-Tacy sites on this tour, try to erase the view of modern advances and imagine a simpler time of the early 1900s, when horses and buggies filled the streets. According to Maud Hart Lovelace, many of the characters in her books are based on real people. Their homes are located throughout the neighborhood. The Discover Deep Valley brochure, found online, lets you take a walking tour of the most significant landmarks mentioned in the Betsy-Tacy books. The Betsy-Tacy houses are open for tours as well.
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Honor Mankato’s veterans – Veterans Memorial Tour
Hikers and bikers can honor the service of all veterans any day of the year by visiting the Greater Mankato area’s 14 memorial sites on the Trail for Heroes. This 12-mile scenic route winds through the two historic city centers and beautiful natural landscapes as it leads visitors to monuments that commemorate the sacrifices of veterans from the 1800s to the present day. The route uses public roads and trails that are easily accessible at most locations, if you prefer to reach the sites by vehicle. Amenities along the way include parks with a variety of recreational opportunities and businesses with shopping, dining and other services.
Take time to heal from a troubled past – The U.S.-Dakota Conflict of 1862 Self-Guided Tour
It has been more than 150 years since the U.S.-Dakota Conflict. Many unrecorded Dakota casualties and forced removals were reported, along with the death of at least 450 white settlers and soldiers. In the present day, we try to understand the events leading up to the conflict along with the grim outcome: the simultaneous hanging of 38 Dakota on December 26, 1862. It was the largest mass execution in U.S. history. The U.S.-Dakota Conflict also was the largest attack on settlers in the history of the U.S. This self-guided tour, which can be found online, brings you to 33 sites of the U.S.-Dakota Conflict. Each site offers a brief description of its significance.
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Twenty-five insights into Mankato’s History – City Center History Walking Tour The History Walking Tour includes 25 historical sites in Mankato. The tour offers photos and brief descriptions of each site and a detailed map to help you find your way through Mankato’s fascinating history.
Take a drive – Minnesota River Valley National Scenic Byway
Explore the Minnesota River Valley in your own vehicle. This national scenic byway takes you on a journey down the roads and highways that follow the Minnesota River. Take in the stunning views of the river and bluffs, see wildlife and stop to explore the river towns and cities. The Minnesota River Valley National Scenic Byway has many suggestions for historical places to visit in the Greater Mankato area. To find out more about these tours or to download a PDF of the brochures, go to visitmankatomn.com.
1966: Minnesota 1972: Dakota community 1905: Bill passed by State 1910: Rapidan 1937: Ski Haven return to Mankato after a Legislature designated 70 acres Dam constructed opened for downhill skiing Vikings held their first training camp century for the first Wacipi (pow of land around Minneopa Falls and generated first by Harvey Anderson. In in Mankato. wow) to “honor” the 38 Dakota as Minnesota’s third State Park. electrical power to 1977, it became known Mankato. as Mount Kato.MM Warriors executed in 1862. “Minneopa” means “water falling twice.” Minneopa State 1923: Mankato’s first airport was 1946: Mankato Area Vocational-Technical ParkMM has grown over the located near today’s Minnesota State Institute approved as the first vocationalyears to include Seppman Mill University, Mankato.MM The airport technical institute in Minnesota. Today, this (1929) and the reintroduction moved to its current location in 1970. school is known as South Central College of bison (2015). mankatofreepress.com
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First Mankato Marathon held with more than 2,000 runners.
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game we’ve got
YEAR-ROUND, GREATER MANKATO HAS PLENTY TO OFFER TO THE SPORTS ENTHUSIAST. If it’s a sporting event you’re looking for, you can take your pick in Mankato. Mankato and the surrounding communities have three collegiate athletic programs including the Division I Hockey Men’s and Women’s Mavericks of Minnesota State University, Mankato. After the game, recap the highlights over some local brews in our vibrant City Center or kick back with some live music from our packed events calendar.
College Vikings sporting event in Mankato or a Gusties game just down the road at Gustavus Adolphus College in St. Peter.
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Mankato offers many options for the sports lover whether you’re interested in spectating or competing. As annual hosts of the Minnesota State High School League’s girls State Softball Championships every year since 1994, we know how to do sports! Support a local youth or high school team, stop by one of the numerous tournaments we play host to throughout the year or cheer on the Mankato MoonDogs, a collegiate summer baseball team in the Northwoods League. With special events, fun promotions, a family friendly atmosphere and great baseball being played from late May through early August, a MoonDogs game is a great way to spend a beautiful summer evening.
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MSU, Mankato Women's Hockey
Collegiatethletics
In addition to hockey, the Mavericks of MSU, Mankato, members of the Northern Sun Conference, boast a full lineup of men’s and women’s NCAA Division II athletics including the 2017 National Champion women’s softball team. Mankato offers more than just the Mavs as sports fans can also catch a Bethany Lutheran
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The Busch Family Family of 4
I’ll date myself when I admit that academics at Mankato State University was the initial draw for both my wife, and I. As it turns out 25+ years later, we both fell in love with all of Mankato’s “right-sized” offerings as well as each other! As we became embedded in the Mankato culture, we discovered so many avenues for positive transformation of families through participation in athletics. It seems there is programming available for every interest, age, and ability level. Our son has been a member of the Mankato High School Cycling Team since 2016—he practices with his teammates and competes in a mountain bike racing series with 1600+ student athletes from the Minnesota League, which comes to Mount Kato for the State Championship. He is also a second-year member of the Mankato West High School Alpine Ski Team and runs track with the Dakota Meadows Middle School team in the Spring. Our daughter was introduced to mountain biking at the Kiwanis Recreation Area this past summer, and had a blast discovering the trail system built and maintained by the Mankato Area Mountain Bikers advocacy group. She has already hit the slopes for her 3rd year of skiing, and is excited for her first season as a member of the Mount Kato Jr. Race Team, an alpine ski development program for boys and girls ages 6-18. If you’re looking for our family in the summer, Max and I are most likely chasing our front wheels on one of the many group rides offered by local bicycle shops, exploring the roads and trails in the area. As for Winter, you’ll find us enjoying hot chocolate in the Mount Kato chalet Mike, Sheila, Max (14), between ski and Lucy (6) Busch runs!
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Chankaska Creek Ranch and Winery
AFTER A DAY ON THE TRAILS, RELAX AT ONE OF OUR FOUR AREA WINERIES. Each winery offers a unique experience and entertainment options from grape stomps to murder mystery parties, but all provide the escape and relaxation a person associates with a nice glass of wine. If only a brew will do for you, then check out our local brewery or unwind with a hometown brew at a local watering hole.
Chankaska Creek Ranch and Winery
Chankaska Creek Ranch and Winery was named Minnesota’s Best Winery in the Star Tribune’s 2015 Best of MN. Sitting on the right bank of the Chankaska Creek near Kasota, this vineyard and winery offers a scenic backdrop for your handcrafted glass of relaxation. Chankaska wines’ artisan winemaking techniques ensure a transformation from hearty grapes on the vine to a flavorful wine experience.
Indian Island Winery
Indian Island Winery is a family-owned and operated business built on historic Native American grounds. Indian Island focuses on making wines that are 100 percent Minnesota grown and produced. The winery has a beautiful patio with campfires to enjoy as well as a large indoor space with a stage for weekly musical performances.
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Morgan Creek Vineyards
Morgan Creek Vineyards’ eco-friendly underground winery provides perfect cellar temperature for wine production and creates an inviting atmosphere for a tasting room and gift shop for visitors. The winery overlooks a magnificent oak tree surrounded by groves and vineyards. The winery offers seasonal performing arts and culinary events, weekly live music and appetizers.
Javens Family Vineyard and Winery
Javen’s Family Vineyard and Winery, the newest winery to Mankato, is one of the premier Minnesota farm wineries. It’s located on the banks of the Le Sueur River, just five miles southeast of Mankato. Javen’s offers a range of red and white wines, features a tasting room and an amazing space to socialize with family and friends while taking in the view of the grounds and vineyard.
Mankato Brewery
Experience some local flavor at the Mankato Brewery, the first production brewery in Mankato since 1976. The Mankato Brewery is focused on creating authentic beers that reflect the heritage of the region and its people. Tour the brewery and enjoy a sampling of the German-inspired brews. Check out its event calendar for festive events and great musical acts. Stop in the gift shop for your Mankato Brewery gear, and don’t forget to fill up your growler on the way out.
August Schell’s Brewing Company
Schell’s Brewing Co. is the second oldest family-owned brewing company in the country and the oldest industry in New Ulm, a 30-minute drive northwest on Highway 14 from Mankato. The brewery continues to be managed by August Schell’s descendants. The visitor center includes a gift shop and museum of brewing. Tours and tastings are available throughout the year.
LocAle Brewing Company
LocAle Brewing Company is the brainchild of Lauren and Jim Parejko. Combining two microbiology degrees and over 12 years of award-winning homebrewing is a recipe for amazing beer! With an open east-west layout taproom, bright sunlight lights the taproom all day and gives you an amazing view of Downtown Mankato. LocAle’s goal is to produce exquisite small-batch craft beer with a connection to the landscape and history of southern Minnesota.
Starkeller Brewery & Taproom
The Starkeller is overflowing with rich history from Schell’s Brewery with the focal point being the 1936 Cypress wood lagering tanks that were restored for the purpose of aging sour beer. When you come to the Starkeller for a beer, you might sit at the bar made of an old copper kettle or next to one of the wooden tanks where the next beers are quietly aging. It’s a unique experience that you won’t find anywhere else. Located 30 minutes from Mankato in New Ulm.
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MANKATO IS A REGIONAL CENTER FOR ENTERTAINMENT AND NIGHT LIFE. After a day on the trails, be invigorated by a headliner act, take in a local band and brew in the City Center, relax at a local winery or pick an event from our packed year-round calendar.
If you would rather kick back and watch the game, several local bars and pubs offer big flat-screen TVs and great food and drinks to share with friends while rooting for your favorite team.
Mankato’s entertainment district, which is in the heart of the City Center, is home to the Verizon Center,MM which has a full calendar with exciting events, concerts and shows. You can expect concerts with internationallyknown artists like Elton John, KISS and Florida Georgia Line. The venue also hosts the Division I Minnesota State University, Mankato hockey team in the winter. The recent expansion of the Verizon Center, includes a state-of-the-art performing arts center which now makes your experience even more enjoyable. Enjoy the open air in the summer when concerts are moved outdoors a few blocks away in the Vetter Stone Amphitheater at Riverfront Park.MM
Looking for more excitement? Try an evening with friends at the Wow! Zone, where you can bowl or play arcade games, laser tag or glow in the dark mini-golf.
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On-Air Personality Mix 99.1 The Greater Mankato Area is extremely rich with entertainment options. So much so, that you never have to travel outside of our area to get what you are looking for. Live music, art, comedy, big acts or smaller ones, can be found everywhere you look. The greatest thing about entertainment in Greater Mankato is that you need not search long to find something that fits your wants. Whether it's date nights, family events, or maybe just a quick lunch with coworkers at Songs on the Lawn, you will find it without having to search. You might even stumble upon an event without trying. But I would have to say my favorite events are those events I can spend with my family. Among my favorites are the Southern Minnesota Christmas Festival and Kiwanis Holiday Lights. But then again, I really enjoy the summer with Ribfest and the amazing acts that come through to the Vetter Stone Amphitheater. Ok, so maybe it's hard to pick just one.
Day or night, it’s always a cool experience with an escape room. Use observational and critical-thinking skills to explore the elements of an escape room and use them to the solve the puzzles that will allow you and your friends to escape—and to solve a mystery. The players have one hour to use the elements in the room to escape and win. Mankato has two escape rooms: Old Town Escape and Kato Escape. Brad Steele
Within walking distance of the Verizon CenterMM and Riverfront ParkMM are several bars and grills to start your evening off right. Dance the night away to a DJ or find a local live band. You can easily find a variety of live music shows somewhere in Mankato every week. Ribfest Wow! Zone
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River Hills Mall
SHOP ‘TIL YOU DROP! GET YOUR RETAIL FIX WITH LOCAL AND NATIONAL OPTIONS. We know a little retail therapy goes a long way and we are happy to say Greater Mankato serves as a retail center, with hundreds of stores, ranging from large national retailers to quaint local shops. Spend the day relaxing and shopping with friends in the City Center or shop for deals on the Hilltop. From the River Hills Mall to the charming little shops in the City Center, Greater Mankato has something to offer every shop-a-holic.
Shop Local
Spend your time exploring Mankato shops for that one-of-a-kind souvenir that can only be found here. Several stores are housed in historic buildings dating back to the 1800s.
Shop who you know
Hilltop Mankato has many shopping opportunities, you won’t know where to start! With more than 100 stores, a food court, a carousel and a multi-screen movie theater which includes Luxury Lounger recliners (electric-powered, plush, oversized seats with footrests and cup holders), the River Hills Mall is easily one of Greater Mankato’s biggest draws. The mall is anchored by several large department stores and is often a venue for craft and home shows, as well as other events. Hilltop Mankato expands beyond the mall. As Mankato has grown, so have the shopping corridors. Get up to the Hilltop and you will find several of the national chains shoppers have all come to recognize and appreciate. In the mix are some specialty shops you won’t want to miss.
There are several local products available at the Blue Earth County Historical Society Museum Gift Shop. Stop by Visit Mankato’s Visitor Center and pick up Mankato merchandise. Our Visitor Center is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is in the Mankato Small Business Saturday in the City Center Place Mall in the City Center.
Shop unique
Mankato’s City Center offers a truly unique shopping experience. Shopping in this area includes quaint shops and boutiques that offer a distinctive blend of specialty products, local artisan wares and “just what you’re looking for” gifts. As Mankato continues to grow, more and more independently- and women-owned stores continue to open. Find your unique look with the latest fashions at Gallery 512 or Primp Boutique. Check out Salvage Sisters for beautiful refurbished furniture or Whimsy & Weathered for a wow-worthy home décor piece. Neutral Groundz takes sip and shop to a whole new level, offering one-of-a-kind décor and good-for-anyoccasion gifts while enjoying a sweet treat or decadent coffee.
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You can also shop local at the outdoor Mankato Farmers Market, which is open May to October. Vendors’ goods are produced from within 40 miles of Mankato. Get everything you need from farm fresh produce, local raised meats, homemade goodies including bakery items, soaps, cards, furniture, clothing and much more.
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In City Center Mankato, you’ll discover that unique experience you’re looking for. Whether it’s our vibrant local dining, specialty shopping or exciting entertainment that brings you to Mankato, you’re sure to enjoy an amazing experience set amongst great public art and surrounded by fun recreation opportunities. City Center Entertainment District With hundreds of live music events and shows annually, dozens of food and drink establishments, great hotels, exciting college hockey, and ample parking in the 10-block, pedestrian friendly Entertainment District, you’ll soon discover that your new entertainment destination is City Center Mankato. Add to your experience Stay the night and see our great public art in the light of day.
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Parks and Recreation City Center Mankato has great outdoor recreation, including Sibley Park and Riverfront Parks.MM The 132-year-old Sibley Park is filled with ball fields, fishing, picnic areas, a petting zoo and an award-winning playground. The new Riverfront Park has one of the best outdoor music venues in the state, Vetter Stone Amphitheater. Both parks have access to the extensive biking and walking trails of our region.
Family Friendly Fun In the City Center, you are easily connected to family fun. Whether it’s discovering the Children’s Museum of Southern Minnesota,MM experiencing history at the Hubbard House, diving into children’s literature at the Betsy-Tacy Houses, taking a picture with the Godzilla sculpture or feeding the animals at Sibley Park Farm,MM your kids will enjoy their City Center adventure.
Add to your experience Stay at a City Center hotel to launch your next great biking adventure on the 39-mile Sakatah Singing Hills State Trail.
Add to your experience Rent a canoe and give the family a memory they won’t forget on our great river system.
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Festival and Annual Events in the City Center
Annual festivities draw people to City Center Mankato again and again for food, music, art and family fun. The Business on Belgrade association has transformed the main street of Lower North Mankato into a high-energy festival zone. In July, Blues on Belgrade brings a day of great tunes. Bier on Belgrade (October) is Greater Mankato’s Oktoberfest celebration, while the kids get their day at Bells on Belgrade (December). Live music is always a draw. RibFest at Vetter Stone Amphitheatre (August) is not just about amazing ribs – it’s also four days of top national touring acts! Minnesota bands perform in the community favorite Songs on the Lawn (June) and Alive After Five (August) outdoor concert series in Civic Center Plaza. The Old TownMM Art Fair (September) also features lots of local music, along with unique and compelling art in a relaxed outdoor atmosphere. Holidays bring special celebrations. Mankato’s July 4th Red, Hot, Boom in Riverfront Park features music by the Mankato Symphony Orchestra and, of course, fireworks. Both the Betsy-Tacy houses and the R.D. Hubbard House offer views of Christmas past during December events. The annual Kiwanis Holiday Lights display in Sibley Park runs from the day after Thanksgiving through New Year’s Eve and is ranked as one of Minnesota’s top holiday lights experiences.
CityArt The CityArt program, a collaboration of the City Center Partnership and the Twin Rivers Council for the Arts, provides thrilling public art experiences for City Center residents and visitors. They include: CityArt Walking Sculpture Tour
The CityArt Walking Sculpture Tour is an exciting rotating exhibit of outdoor sculptures displayed year-round in the City Centers of Mankato and North Mankato. Artists from around the world display their sculptures, and from May to October, you can vote for your favorite. The People’s Choice-winning sculpture is then purchased for permanent installation in the City Center. For a tour map, visit www.cityartmankato.com.
CityArt On the Go
CityArt on the Go is an exhibit of 20 traffic signal box murals. Pedestrians and drivers enjoy seeing something different about the traffic signal boxes in the City Center, as infrastructure is transformed into colorful art.
CityArt Public Art Tour
The CityArt Public Art Tour is a selfguided walking tour of over 40 unique pieces of art, including the People’s Choice Award winners from previous Walking Sculpture Tours and the new public art works installed in Old Town in 2018. Learn more and find a map at cityartmankato.com.
City Center Shopping The open-air shopping in the City Center provides a unique shopping experience, with boutiques that offer a unique blend of specialty products and “just what you’re looking for” gifts. Experience the blend of local shops in an area rich in history and charm. Be sure to visit our art galleries to find one-of-a-kind works at affordable prices. Add to your experience When the shopping is done, treat yourself to our vibrant dining and exciting nightlife.
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Greater Mankato exceeds at providing all the amenities you would expect from a major metro, but also warms your heart with the charm only found in a close-knit community. Greater Mankato is an ideal place that you would be proud to call home. In addition to a strong economy, residents enjoy Greater Mankato's scenic setting, abundant activities, shopping, dining, affordable cost of living and low cost of doing business. The Greater Mankato region is located in a "sweet spot" of southern Minnesota, with the core cities of Mankato and North Mankato surrounded by many other thriving towns like Saint Peter, Le Sueur, Lake Crystal, Madison Lake and Eagle Lake. We are also about an hour's drive from the Twin Cities including the MinneapolisSt. Paul International Airport. Our residents can enjoy their morning coffee at their home located in the city, on a farm or by a lake, and be to work in less than 15 minutes. After work, they can take advantage of the area's many activities and attractions.
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ENTERTAINMENT & ACTIVITIES Activities abound in Greater Mankato. The area has many community sports leagues for players of all ages, as well as eight golf courses. Watching sports is also a Greater Mankato tradition, served up by the area's high schools and college teams, and each summer - the Mankato MoonDogs baseball team! The Riverfront ParkMM Amphitheater is another popular summer destination, hosting concerts and festivals, including RibFest every August! Throughout the year, the Verizon CenterMM and newly added “Grand Hall,� with 7,000 seats and additional meeting spaces, provides a venue not only for Minnesota State University, Mankato Division I hockey, but also concerts, shows and conventions. Smartasset.com has added Greater Mankato to their list of "TOP 1O" Hockey Towns in America!
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ARTS & CULTURE Greater Mankato boasts a thriving arts community, with five public art galleries, three dance companies, four community choruses, the symphony orchestra and theatre group. In addition, area colleges offer outstanding, theater, music, dance, and visual and written arts programs. While strolling around the City Center, art is all around you with the annual CityArt Walking Sculpture Tour. A new City Center art attraction is the Mni Mural, Mankato's Flood Wall Mural. "Mni" means "water" in the Dakota language. The mural reminds visitors that this is a river town. There's been a resurgence in recreational use of the rivers and greater awareness of environmental concerns regarding the health of Minnesota water systems; this painting celebrates that.
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GREATER MANKATO >> AT A GLANCE Mankato - North Mankato
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MORE OPPORTUNITIES In Mankato, opportunity comes packaged in accessible, quality-of-life ways: dazzling arts and entertainment, year-round recreations, great outdoors, top-notch schools and promising career paths. It’s where “you” time outstrips drive time. In Mankato, opportunity not only knocks – it lives. Check out moremankato.com for 360° virtual tours of our vibrant region! MORE FOR LESS: Residents tend to get more for their money in Greater Mankato with the average home price being less than other areas of the same size. While some might associate a low cost of living with an area in financial trouble, just the opposite is true of this region. Reward Expert ranked the Mankato-North Mankato MSA #1 in the category of “shorter work weeks AND heftier paychecks!” Greater Mankato sits in an economic sweet spot, with an ideal location and size that makes living here affordable. Welcome to Greater Mankato!
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Minneapolis - St. Paul 79 miles Rochester 84 miles Sioux Falls 157 miles Des Moines 209 miles Chicago 432 miles
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greater education
Greater Mankato has a strong and responsive education system. From pre-school to college and beyond, learning is lifelong in Greater Mankato.
The region’s K-12 schools are among the best in the nation, with innovative educators partnering with area businesses and organizations to ensure students are wellprepared to meet the needs of employers and as a result achieve success for themselves. Mankato’s schools rank among the top 17% in the nation. The community is comprised of five Colleges & Universities, one Trade School, 17 Public Schools and nine Charter & Parochial Schools. Mankato is fortunate to have a community that prides itself on education and five higher educational systems that draw people nationally and globally – making it a diverse culture.
DIRECTLY ROOTED IN THE GREENSEAM GREATER MANKATO, MINNESOTA More than 800 Ag-Related Businesses More than $10 BILLION Value Added Explore the variety of ag-related businesses by visiting greenseam.org/business-directory
Our Five Higher Educational Institutions
Minnesota State University, MankatoMM is a comprehensive four-year university and the third largest higher education institution in Minnesota. MSU-M is comprised of 18,000 students including more than 800 international students from 90 different countries. The university offers more than 140 undergraduate programs, 70 graduate programs, bachelor’s, master’s, applied doctoral, associate and specialist degrees.
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Business and community leaders in Greater Mankato appreciate the incredible resource we have in the region: our people, our “talent”. With five higher education institutions within a 30 mile radius and more than 6,000 incoming students each year, we have a natural draw for talent. South Central College, North Mankato and Faribault is a community and technical college serving more than 6,000 students. The college offers associate in art degrees in liberal arts and science that allows students to complete their first two years of a bachelor’s degree, and more than 50 career and professional majors.
Gustavus Adolphus College, Saint Peter is a nationally recognized, private, coeducational liberal arts college affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church (ELCA) and host to the famed Nobel Conference. Gustavus is comprised of nearly 2,500 students representing 43 states and 15 foreign countries. Gustavus offers 71 majors and 15 pre-professional programs.
Bethany Lutheran College, Mankato is a private, residential, Christian, co-educational, liberal arts college owned and operated by the Evangelical Lutheran Synod (ELS). Bethany Lutheran College has nearly 600 students and offers 19 majors and 8 pre-professional programs.
An outgrowth of Minnesota State University, Mankato, is the Center of Innovation & Entrepreneurship (CIE) which is focused on the next generation of entrepreneurs, innovators and dynamic organizations using education, outreach and research both to students and the regional community. Located in the Old Town area of Mankato, the CIE is host to the monthly “1 Million Cups” program. And the community is growing in shared workspaces, collaborations and developing the region's innovation ecosystem.
Awards & Accolades SHORTER WORK WEEK/ HIGHER PAYCHECK: According to RewardExpert, Mankato was ranked #1 nationwide in employees getting bigger paychecks for shorter work weeks. TALENT PIPELINE With five higher education institutions, the region has a combined average annual enrollment of 26,000 and graduates 5,000 students each year DIVERSIFIED ECONOMY: Our economic strength and stability stem largely from our diversification. The region is comprised of 33% primary economy, 57% professional/service economy and 10% retail/ consumer economy. LOW COST OF DOING BUSINESS: The cost of doing business is 15% below the national average. We are proud to have the 5th lowest cost of doing business in the upper Midwest. TOP 10 HOCKEY TOWNS: Ranked 4th best hockey town in the U.S., a 2018 ranking by smartasset.com. TOP 10 WATERFALLS: MinnesotaMonthly.com ranked the Minneopa State Park Waterfall at No. 9 of the Top 10 Waterfalls in Minnesota. BEST PLACE FOR INTERSHIPS: GoodCall.com ranked Mankato No. 65 in a list of the Top 100 cities in the U.S. to land an internship.
The Greater Mankato Young Professionals program was created in 2009 by Greater Mankato Growth to help retain and attract young professionals to the region. The program gives young professionals age 21 - 40 an opportunity to engage with one another while focusing on learning, socializing and community involvement. The program enrollment has seen growth every year and now includes more than 210 members. Visit our website at greatermankato.com/young-professionals.
Rasmussen College, Mankato is a private college specializing in business and professional careers.
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BEST COLLEGES: Bethany Lutheran College ranked No. 14 and Minnesota State University, Mankato ranked No. 18 in Best Colleges and Universities in Minnesota by bestcolleges.com. WEDDING VENUES: Chankaska Creek Winery ranked in the Top 10 2018 Best of the Weddings Reception Venues. BEST CITIES TO RELOCATE TO: MoveBubbha.com ranked Mankato No. 75 in the popular cities to relocate to in 2017. TOP 20 SAFEST CITIES: Safewise.com ranked North Mankato as the 19th safest city in Minnesota.
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AmericInn Hotel & Conference Center 240 Stadium Road, Mankato 507-345-8011 800-634-3444 americinnmankato.com Budget Host Inn 1255 Range Street, Mankato 507-388-1644 800-283-4678 budgethost.com Country Inn & Suites 1900 Premier Drive, Mankato 507-388-8555 800-830-5222 countryinns.com/mankatomn Courtyard by Marriott Hotel & Event Center 901 Raintree Road, Mankato 507-388-1234 888-236-2427 courtyardmankato.com Days Inn 1285 Range Street, Mankato 507-387-3332 800-329-7466 daysinn.com
Hilton Garden Inn 20 Civic Center Plaza, Mankato 507-344-1111 mankatodowntown.stayhgi.com
Motel 6 1731 Premier Drive, Mankato 507-345-6666 Motel6.com
Holiday Inn Express Hotels & Suites 2051 Adams Street, Mankato 507-388-1880 888-465-4326 hiexpress.com/mankatomn
Norwood Inn Mankato 1111 Range Street, North Mankato 507-625-9333 800-780-7234 bwmankato.com
Mankato City Center Hotel 101 East Main Street, Mankato 507-345-1234 877-345-5577 mankatomnhotel.com
Quality Inn 131 Apache Place, Mankato 507-388-5107 800-228-5150
Mankato Fairfield Inn 141 Apache Place, Mankato 507-386-1220 800-228-2800 marriot.com/mktfi Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham 200 St. Andrews Drive, Mankato 507-388-2818 800-771-7171 microtelinn.com
River Hills Hotel 1000 Raintree Road, Mankato 507-388-8688 riverhillshotel.com Riverside Suites 111 West Lind Court, Mankato 507-345-8800 Super 8 51578 U.S. Hwy. 169 North, Mankato 507-387-0600 800-454-3213 super8.com
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CAMPGROUNDS Bray Park & Campground 22214 Oriole Road, Madison Lake 507-243-3885
Land of Memories Campground 100 Amos Owen Lane 507-387-8600 Minneopa State Park Campground 54497 Gadwell Road, Mankato 507-389-5464
Sawmill Campground 41392 520th Street, North Mankato 507-947-3735
Silver’s Resort 108 South 1st Street, Elysian 507-267-4694 Wise Stop Resort 23981 Blue Marina Road, Cleveland 507-931-1843
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Daly Park & Campground 11056 571st Lane, Mapleton 507-524-3000
Sakatah Trail Campground 501 Cherry Avenue, Madison Lake 507-243-3886 sakatahcampground.com
Shady Oaks Campground 340 Fairgrounds Street, Garden City 507-546-3986 shadyoakscampground.org
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Point Pleasant Campgrounds 400 Sheppard Circle, Madison Lake 507-243-3072
Beaver Dam Resort 46115 Beaver Dam Road, Cleveland 507-931-7376 beaverdamresort.com
Rapidan Park 54116 Glory Lane, Mankato 507-546-9997
Lakeview Resort 22175 624 Avenue, Madison Lake 507-362-4616
Reinbold Sportsmen Campground 40050 30th Street, Janesville 507-234-5440
Sakatah Trail Resort 24102 Greenland Road, Madison Lake 507-267-4000 sakatah.com
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7 West Taphouse 507-779-7690 1521 Tullamore Street, Mankato 7westtaphouse.com/mankato Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar 507-386-1010 1900 Adams Street, Mankato applebees.com Baker's Square 507-345-4240 1861 Madison Avenue, Mankato bakerssquare.com Bonfire 507-625-8443 1910 Premier Drive, Mankato bonfirewoodfirecooking.com Boulder Tap House 507-344-1643 291 St. Andrews Drive, Mankato bouldertaphouse.com/mankato-mn Buffalo Wild Wings 507-385-9464 301 St. Andrews Drive, Mankato buffalowildwings.com
Charley's Philly Steaks 507-779-7079 River Hills Mall,1850 Adams Street Suite 608, Mankato charleys.com
Jonny B's 507-625-6276 1600 Warren Street, Mankato Mickey's Sports Bar & Grill - Victory Bowl 507-387-7991 203 South Victory Drive, Mankato
Charley's Restaurant 507-388-6845 920 Madison Avenue, Mankato charleysrestaurantmankato.com
Noodles & Company 507-385-1166 1600 Warren Street, Suite 5, Mankato noodles.com
Dickey's Barbecue Pit 507-625-4227 501 Holly Lane #150, Mankato dickeys.com Fraternal Order of Eagles Club #269 507-625-9701 708 North Riverfront Drive, Mankato mankatoeagles.com Grizzly’s Woodfire Grill & Steaks 507-385-1600 1700 Madison Avenue, Mankato grizzlysgrill.com/mankato-mn/mobile Happy Chef Restaurant 507-388-2953 2100 US-169, North Mankato Hooligan's 507-625-9904 P.O. Box 4003, 1400 Madison Avenue Suite 210, Mankato hooligansmankato.com Hy-Vee - Hilltop 507-625-9070 2010 Adams Street, Mankato hy-vee.com Hy-Vee - Downtown 507-625-1107 410 South Riverfront Drive, Mankato hy-vee.com
Number 4 American Bar & Kitchen 507-344-1444 124 East Walnut Street Suite 100, Mankato number4mankato.com Olives 507-386-1001 20 Civic Center Plaza, Mankato olivesmankato.com Panera Bread 507-387-7694 1901 Madison Avenue, Mankato panerabread.com Pappageorge Restaurant & Bar 507-387-8974 1028 North Riverfront Drive, Mankato pappageorge.net Pathstone Cafe & Catering 507-385-4379 718 Mound Avenue, Mankato pathstoneliving.org Perkins Restaurant & Bakery 507-385-1595 1790 Madison Avenue, Mankato perkinsrestaurants.com Perkins Restaurant & Bakery 507-345-5021 1123 Range Street, North Mankato perkinsrestaurants.com
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Rapidan Dam Store 507-546-9997 54116 Glory Lane, Mankato
China Star 507-625-8073 1857 Madison Avenue, Mankato chinastarmankatomn.com
Red Lobster 507-386-7007 1890 East Madison Avenue, Mankato redlobster.com
China Wok 507-388-5959 625 Madison Avenue, Mankato chinawokmankato.com Hunan Garden 507-625-8199 408 Belgrade Avenue, North Mankato
The Loose Moose Saloon & Conference Center 507-345-1446 119 South Front Street, Mankato theloosemoosesaloon.com
Mongolian Grill - Authentic Stir Fry 507-388-4550 1876 Madison Avenue, Mankato anmongoliangrill.com
The Pita Pit 507-345-4444 530 South Front Street, Suite 210, Mankato pitapitusa.com
New Great Wall 507-345-5758 1814 Commerce Drive, North Mankato newgreatwallnm.com
Wagon Wheel Café 507-625-9604 609 S Front Street, Mankato
Panda Express 507-388-2308 1810 Madison Avenue, Mankato pandaexpress.com
Weggy's on Campus 507-720-6633 1600 Warren Street, Suite 13, Mankato weggysoncampus.com
ShoGun Sushi and Hibachi 507-779-7088 1901 Madison Avenue Suite 315, Mankato Shogunn.com
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Star Ginger Centennial Student Union, Mankato starginger.com
Asian One 507-594-9572 1600 Warren Street Suite 2, Mankato asianonemenu.com China Buffet- Madison 507-385-0858 1770 E Madison Avenue, Mankato China Max River Hills Mall, 1850 Adams Street Mankato
Tokyo Sushi & Hibachi Inc. 507-388-3338 1829 Adams Street, Mankato tokyosushihibachimankato.com Yu's Chinese Cuisine 507-389-9886 1633 Monks Avenue Suite 120, Mankato
The 507 507-345-5070 526 South Front Street, Mankato American Legion Club Post 11 507-345-3529 222 East Walnut Street, Mankato legion.org/front
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Tavern on the Avenue 507-345-3308 1120 Madison Avenue, Mankato thetavontheave.com
Bar & Grill
Atomic Star Tavern 507-720-0200 12 Civic Center Plaza #1675, Mankato theatomicstartavern.com Big Dog Sports Cafe 507-386-8463 1712 Commerce Drive, North Mankato Blue Bricks 507-386-1700 424 South Front Street, Mankato bluebricksmankato.com Bonfire 507-625-8443 1910 Premier Drive, Mankato bonfirewoodfirecooking.com Bradley’s on Stadium 507-388-5005 1600 Warren Street, Suite 17, Mankato bradleysonstadium.com Buffalo Wild Wings 507-385-9464 301 St. Andrews Drive, Mankato buffalowildwings.com Buster's Sports Bar & Grill 507-389-8999 1325 Madison Avenue, Mankato bustersbar.com Flask 507-720-0896 100 East Walnut Street, Mankato flaskmankato.com
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The Square Deal 507-625-5090 519 S Front Street, Mankato Tavern on the Avenue 507-345-3308 1120 Madison Avenue, Mankato thetavontheave.com The Loose Moose Saloon & Conference Center 507-345-1446 119 South Front Street, Mankato theloosemoosesaloon.com The Underground 507-388-8000 12 Civic Center Plaza, Suite 1B, Mankato Ummies Bar & Grill 507-625-8277 530 South Front Street, Suite 200, Mankato ummiesmankato.com What’s Up Lounge 507-625-4285 701 North Riverfront Drive, Mankato whatsuplounge.com Wow! Zone – Family Entertainment Center 507-625-2695 2030 Adams Street, Mankato wowzonefec.com
Coffee & Tea Bluebird Cakery KATO 507-351-1552 607 South Front Street, Mankato bluebirdcakerymn.com
South Street Saloon 507-625-9795 515 S Front Street, Mankato Spinners Bar & Grill 507-625-9751 301 Belgrade Avenue, North Mankato spinnersbarandgrill.com
Caribou Coffee – River Hills Mall 507-345-1103 1850 Adams Street #3620, Mankato cariboucoffee.com
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Starbucks Coffee Company – Hy-Vee 507-625-9070 2010 Adams St Mankato starbucks.com
Dairy Queen Store 507-388-6451 25 Stoltzman Road, Mankato dairyqueen.com
Caribou Coffee 507-345-8191 1680 Warren Street, Mankato cariboucoffee.com
Tandem Bagels 507-720-6533 200 East Walnut Street, Mankato tandembagels.com
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Coffee & Bagels - Caribou Coffee & Einstein Bros. Bagels 507-345-3680 1580 Madison Ave, Mankato coffeeandbagels.com
The Coffee Hag 507-387-5533 329 North Riverfront Drive, Mankato
Insomnia Cookies 877-632-6654 1600 Warren Street, Mankato insomniacookies.com
Curiosi-Tea House 507-317-5354 529 North Riverfront Drive, Mankato curiosi-teahouse.com Dunkin’ Donuts 507-720-6197 1701 Madison Avenue, Mankato dunkindonuts.com Fillin' Station Coffeehouse 507-344-0345 630 South Front, Mankato Jazzman’s Café & Bakery Centennial Student Union, Mankato Neutral Groundz 507-720-0321 229 Belgrade Avenue, North Mankato neutralgroundz.com Starbucks Coffee Company 507-625-8900 1872 Madison Avenue, Mankato starbucks.com Starbucks Coffee Company – Courtyard by Marriott 507-388-1234 901 Raintree Road, Mankato starbucks.com
Weggy's on Campus 507-720-6633 1600 Warren Street, Suite 13, Mankato weggysoncampus.com
Desserts 2 Pins Bakery 507-469-4850 237 Belgrade Avenue, North Mankato Berry Blendz – River Hills Mall 507-345-6764 1850 Adams Street, Suite 610, Mankato berryblendz.com Berry Blendz – University Square 507-345-8423 1600 Warren Street, Suite 12, Mankato berryblendz.com
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Wooden Spoon, formerly known as Friesen’s 507-345-4114 515 North Riverfront Drive, Mankato mankatobakery.com
Indian India Palace 507-625-2300 1511 Madison Avenue, Mankato indiapalace.org
Italian Noodles & Company 507-385-1166 1600 Warren Street, Suite 5, Mankato noodles.com
Cold Stone Creamery - University Square 507-344-8152 1600 Warren Street, #4, Mankato coldstonecreamery.com
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant – River Hills Mall 507-345-7585 1880 Adams Street, Mankato olivegarden.com
Culver's Frozen Custard- Mankato 507-344-1554 1856 Madison Avenue, Mankato culvers.com
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Mom & Pop's 507-344-0629 629 North Riverfront Drive, Mankato momandpopsicecream.com
Bluebird Cakery KATO 507-351-1552 607 South Front Street, Mankato bluebirdcakerymn.com
Culver's Frozen Custard - North Mankato 507-345-1680 1680 Commerce Drive, North Mankato culvers.com
Dairy Queen Restaurant 507-625-6732 2001 Adams Street, Mankato dairyqueen.com Dairy Queen Store - River Hills Mall 507-388-1375 1850 Adams St, Mankato dairyqueen.com
Where to Eat
Caribou Coffee 507-625-6101 1901 East Madison Avenue, Mankato cariboucoffee.com
Pappageorge Restaurant & Bar 507-387-8974 1028 North Riverfront Drive, Mankato pappageorge.net
Fast Food Arby's - Madison Avenue 507-385-0535 1855 Madison Avenue, Mankato arbys.com Arby's - S. Riverfront Drive 507-344-0002 520 South Riverfront Drive, Mankato arbys.com
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Burger King 507-345-5516 1318 South Riverfront Drive, Mankato bk.com
Erbert & Gerbert's Sandwich Shop 507-385-1919 1780 Madison Avenue, Mankato erbertandgerberts.com
Kentucky Fried Chicken 507-387-3611 1110 Madison Avenue, Mankato kfc.com
Charley's Philly Steaks – River Hills Mall 507-779-7079 1850 Adams Street, Suite 608, Mankato
Erbert & Gerbert's Sandwich Shop – Minnesota State University, Mankato Centennial Student Union, Mankato erbertandgerberts.com
Long John Silver’s Seafood 507-387-5383 1060 Madison Avenue, Mankato ljsilvers.com
Five Guys Burgers and Fries 507-385-1848 1920 Adams Street, Mankato fiveguys.com
Massad’s Mediterranean Grille – Campus 507-345-1123 1633 Monks Avenue, Suite 100, Mankato massadsgrille.com
Garbanzo Centennial Student Union, Mankato eatgarbanzo.com
Massad's Mediterranean Grille – River Hills Mall 507-387-7111 1850 Adams Street, Mankato massadsgrille.com
Chick-fil-A – Minnesota State University, Mankato 507- 389-2613 Centennial Student Union, Mankato chick-fil-a.com Culver's Frozen Custard - North Mankato 507-345-1680 1680 Commerce Drive, North Mankato culvers.com Culver's Frozen Custard- Mankato 507-344-1554 1856 Madison Avenue, Mankato culvers.com Erbert & Gerbert's Sandwich Shop 507-625-2121 1710 Commerce Drive, North Mankato erbertandgerberts.com
Hardee's 507-625-3114 1405 Madison Avenue, Mankato hardees.com Hardee's 507-779-7475 101 W Lind Court, Mankato hardees.com Jersey Mike’s Subs 507-625-8454 1924 Adams Street, Mankato jerseymikes.com Jersey Mike’s Subs 507-779-7200 510 S Riverfront Drive, Mankato jerseymikes.com Jimmy John's 507-779-7557 511 Holly Lane, #130, Mankato jimmyjohns.com Jimmy John’s 507-388-4999 1600 Warren Street, Suite 16, Mankato jimmyjohns.com
McDonald's Restaurant 507-625-7559 1921 Adams Street, Mankato mcdonalds.com McDonald's Restaurant 507-345-3370 1411 Madison Avenue, Mankato mcdonalds.com McDonald's Restaurant 507-625-7199 150 West Lind Court, Mankato Mcdonalds.com Sandella’s Centennial Student Union, Mankato sandellas.com Simply Delicious 507-382-8352 12 Civic Center Plaza Suite 1595, Mankato simplydeliciouskato.com Subway - Campus 507-385-7821 1633 Monks Avenue, Suite 110, Mankato subway.com
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Subway – Mankato Heights Plaza 507-385-7827 1901 Madison Avenue, Suite 140, Mankato subway.com
Tandem Bagels 507-720-6533 200 East Walnut Street, Mankato Tandembagels.com
Subway 507-625-7827 10 Sibley Parkway, Mankato subway.com
The Pita Pit 507-345-4444 530 South Front Street, Suite 210, Mankato Pitapitusa.com
Subway - River Hills Mall 507-388-7827 1850 Adams Street, #620, Mankato subway.com
Wendy's 507-625-1888 1545 Madison Avenue, Mankato wendys.com
Subway 507-386-7827 1102 North River Drive, North Mankato subway.com
Wetzel's Pretzels – River Hills Mall 507-625-6317 1850 Adams Street, Mankato wetzels.com
Subway 507-388-7821 1750 Commerce Drive, North Mankato subway.com
WYSIWYG Juice Co. 507-387-5651 527 South Front Street, Mankato wysiwygjuice.com
Taco Bell 507-345-6159 1819 Madison Avenue, Mankato tacobell.com
Zanz Mexican Restaurant 507-388-4789 1041 Madison Avenue, Mankato zanzmexicanrestaurant.com
Taco Bell – Minnesota State University, Mankato Centennial Student Union, Mankato tacobell.com Taco John's 507-625-8226 1601 Lor Ray Drive, North Mankato tacojohns.com Taco John's 507-386-8226 1040 Madison Avenue, Mankato tacojohns.com
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant – River Hills Mall 507-345-7585 1880 Adams Street, Mankato olivegarden.com Olives 507-386-1001 20 Civic Center Plaza, Mankato olivesmankato.com
Where to Eat
Subway - Wal-Mart 507-386-7821 1881 Madison Avenue, Mankato subway.com
Pappageorge Restaurant & Bar 507-387-8974 1028 North Riverfront Drive, Mankato pappageorge.net
Mexican Chipotle Mexican Grill 507-385-1883 1851 Madison Avenue, Mankato chipotle.com Chipotle Mexican Grill - University Square 507-388-1222 1600 Warren Street, Suite 1, Mankato chipotle.com La Terraza Mexican Grill and Bar 507-344-0607 1404 Madison Avenue, Mankato laterrazamankato.com
Fine Dining
Las Brazas 507-387-6364 504 South Riverfront Drive, Mankato
Charley's Restaurant 507-388-6845 920 Madison Avenue, Mankato charleysrestaurantmankato.com
Mazatlan Mexican Restaurant 507-625-2406 1525 Tullamore Street, Mankato elmazatlanfood.com
Number 4 American Bar & Kitchen 507-344-1444 124 East Walnut Street, Mankato number4mankato.com
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Pizza
Where to Eat
Dino's Gourmet Pizzeria 507-385-3466 239 Belgrade Avenue, North Mankato dinospizzeria.com Domino's 507-625-3666 814 North Riverfront Drive, Mankato dominos.com Domino's 507-625-7711 300 Stadium Road, Mankato dominos.com Gary's Pizza 507-388-1233 923 South Front Street, Mankato garyspizza.com Jake's Stadium Pizza - Mankato 507-345-5420 330 Stadium Road, Suite 100, Mankato jakesstadiumpizza.com Little Caesars 507-387-6000 1150 South Riverfront Drive, Mankato littlecaesars.com
Marco's Pizza 507-388-8888 551 Belle Avenue, Suite 300, Mankato marcos.com
Pizza Hut - Riverfront Drive 507-388-2973 930 North Riverfront Drive, Mankato pizzahut.com
Pagliai's Pizza 507-345-6080 524 South Front Street, Mankato pagliaismankato.com
Pizza Ranch 507-386-7077 1551 Tullamore Street, Mankato pizzaranch.com
Papa John's 507-387-2345 826 South Front Street, Mankato papajohns.com
Polito’s Pizza 507-779-7078 505 Front Street, Mankato politospizza.com
Papa Murphy's Take 'N' Bake Pizza 507-625-7444 1776 Madison Avenue, Mankato papamurphys.com
Toppers Pizza 507-386-8282 1101 South Front Street, Mankato toppers.com
Papa Murphy's Take 'N' Bake Pizza 507-625-5757 510 South Riverfront Drive, Mankato papamurphys.com
Wow! Zone – Family Entertainment Center 507-625-2695 2030 Adams Street, Mankato wowzonefec.com
Pieology Pizzeria – University Square 507-779-7305 1600 Warren Street, Suite 3, Mankato pieology.com
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Art Galleries ARTifact – Paint Your Own Pottery 507-351-3111 321 North Riverfront Drive, Mankato artifactmankato.com The 410 Project 523 South Front Street, Mankato the410project.com
CityArt On the Go 507-388-1062 City Center, Mankato citycentermankato.com/on-the-go
Lincoln Community Center 507-387-5501 110 Fulton, Mankato
Emy Frentz Art Guild 507-387-1008 523 South Second Street, Mankato
Minnesota State University, Mankato Centennial Student Union 507-389-2224 220 Centennial Student Union, Mankato csu.mnsu.edu
Marian Anderson Fine Art Gallery 507-345-5566 424 Warren Street, Mankato mariananderson.com Twin Rivers Council for the Arts 507-387-1008 523 South Second Street, Mankato twinriversarts.org
Entertainment Center
CityArt Public Art Tour 507-388-1062 City Center, Mankato citycentermankato.com/public-art
Bounce Town – River Hills Mall 507-345-7737 1860 Adams Street, Mankato bouncetownmankato.com
CityArt Walking Sculpture Tour 507-388-1062 City Center, Mankato cityartmankato.com
Kato Escape 507-327-4045 619 S Front Street, Mankato katoescape.com
Old Town Escape 507-779-7799 403 North Riverfront Drive, Mankato oldtownescape.com
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Carnegie Art Center 507-625-2730 120 South Broad Street, Mankato thecarnegiemankato.com
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Verizon CenterMM 507-389-3000 1 Civic Center Plaza, Mankato verizoncentermn.com Victory Bowl 507-387-7991 203 South Victory Drive, Mankato victorybowl.com Vintage Mall Antiques 507-388-6016 1247 Range Street, Mankato vintagemallantiques.com
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What to Do
Golf Le Sueur Country Club 507-665-2292 36195 311th Avenue, Le Sueur lesueurcountryclub.com Mankato Golf Club 507-387-5676 100 Augusta Drive, Mankato mankatogolfclub.com Minneopa Golf Club 507-625-5777 410 Pintail Street, Mankato minneopagolf.com North Links Golf Course & Banquet Facility 507-947-3355 41553 - 520th Street, North Mankato northlinksgolf.com
Sporting & Adventure
Shoreland Country Club 507-931-3470 43781 Golf Course Road, Saint Peter shorelandcc.com
All Season's Arena 507-387-6552 1251 Monks Avenue, Mankato mankatocer.com/all-seasons-arena
Terrace View Golf Course 507-388-7912 19304 MN-22, Mankato
Bent River Outfitter 507-388-2368 530 North Riverfront Drive Suite B30, Mankato bentriveroutfitter.com
Museums Betsy-Tacy Society 507-345-9777 333 Center Street, Mankato betsy-tacysociety.org
Drive-a-Tank 507-931-7385 550 West Cherry, Kasota driveatank.com
Blue Earth County History Center 507-345-5566 424 Warren Street, Mankato BlueEarthCountyHistory.com
Mankato Family YMCA 507-387-8255 1401 South Riverfront Drive, Mankato mankatoymca.org
Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota 507-386-0279 224 Lamm Street, Mankato cmsouthernmn.org
Mankato MoonDogs 507-625-7047 1221 Caledonia Street, Mankato mankatomoondogs.com
Historic R.D. Hubbard House 507-345-4154 606 South Broad Street, Mankato bechshistory.com/visit/hubbard-house
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Special eventS* • New Ulm History Tour sPecial events * • Minnesota Capitol Tour • New Ulm History Tour • Nicollet Dairy Farm Tour • Minnesota Capitol Tour • Annual Tom Hanson Lecture • Nicollet Farm Tour • Frank Dairy Lloyd Wright Tour • Annual Tom Hanson Lecture • Holiday Party
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Mankato Community Education & Recreation Department 507-387-5501 110 Fulton Street, Mankato mankatocer.com
Mankato Brewery 507-386-2337 1119 Center Street, North Mankato mankatobrewery.com
Minnesota State University, Mankato Intercollegiate Athletics 507-389-6111 135 Myers Field House, Mankato msumavericks.com Minnesota State University, Mankato Rock Climbing Myers Field House, Mankato mnsu.edu/adventure/climbing Mount Kato Ski Area 507-625-3363 20461 Hwy. 66, Mankato mountkato.com
Mankato Ballet Company 507-625-7716 731 South Front Street, Mankato mankatoballet.org
Morgan Creek Vineyards 507-947-3547 23707 478th Avenue, New Ulm morgancreekvineyards.com
Mankato Symphony Orchestra 507-625-8880 523 South Second Street, Mankato mankatosymphony.com
The Starkeller 507-359-7827 2215 North Garden Street, New Ulm schellsbrewery.com/brewery/strakeller
Merely Players Community Theatre, Inc. 507-388-5483 110 Fulton Street, Mankato merelyplayers.com
Theatre, Music & Dance Bethany Lutheran College Theatre 507-344-7000 700 Luther Drive, Mankato blc.edu/theatre
Wines & Brews
Minnesota State University, Mankato Theatre & Dance 507-389-2118 320 Maywood Avenue, Mankato mnsu.edu/theatre
AMC Classic Mankato 6 507-625-1763 1600 Warren Street, Mankato carmike.com
August Schell Brewing 507-354-5528 1860 Schell Road, New Ulm schellsbrewery.com Chankaska Creek Ranch & Winery 507-931-0089 1179 East Pearl Street, Kasota chankaskawines.com Indian Island Winery 507-234-6222 18018 - 631st Avenue, Janesville indianislandwinery.com Javens Family Vineyard & Winery 507-382-7596 20011 589th Avenue, Mankato javenswinery.com LocAle Brewing Company 507-779-7082 228 Poplar Street, Mankato localebrew.com
Mankato Children’s Chorus 507-387-9007 mankatochildrenschorus.org
Minnesota Valley Chorale minnesotavalleychorale.org/about
Cine Grand Theatre 507-779-7309 12 Civic Center Plaza, Suite 1640, Mankato amctheatres.com Cinemark Movies 8 – River Hills Mall 507-625-1929 1850 Adams Street #15, Mankato cinemark.com Dance Express 507-625-3865 2105 North Broad Street, Mankato danceexpressmankato.com Kato Ballroom 507-625-7553 200 Chestnut Street, Mankato katoballroom.com
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Where to Worship
Where to Worship
Beacon Lutheran Campus Center-Wels 507-345-4511 1506 Warren Street, Mankato beaconwels.org Belgrade Avenue United Methodist Church 507-625-3759 325 Sherman Street, North Mankato baumc.org Bethel Baptist Church BGC 507-345-4011 1250 Monks Avenue, Mankato bethelbaptistmankato.com Bethlehem Lutheran Church 507-388-2925 720 South Second Street, Mankato blcmankato.org Calvary Lutheran Church ELCA 507-278-3317 19216 Rapidan Avenue, Mankato Centenary United Methodist Church 507-225-6370 501 South Second Street, Mankato
Chi Alpha Campus Ministry 507-519-0169 chialphamankato.com Christ Church 612-309-3695 20013 Stoltzman Road, Mankato christchurchmankato.com Christ Our Redeemer Evangelical Lutheran Church 507-345-4867 33 Birch Avenue, North Mankato lutheranlccf.org Christ the King Lutheran Church ELCA 507-345-5056 222 Pfau Street, Mankato ctkmankato.org
Covenant Family Church 507-345-1586 709 North Riverfront Drive, Mankato cfcmankato.org Crossroads Lutheran Campus Ministry-ELCA 507-625-6779 331 Dillon Avenue, Mankato crossroadsatmnsu.org Crossview Covenant Church 507-387-5606 2000 Howard Drive West, North Mankato crossviewcovenant.org Dar Abi Bakr Islamic Center 507-386-1797 329 East Plum Street, Mankato
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 507-625-8185 1851 Marie Lane, North Mankato
Elevate Church 507-386-1100 191 North Victory Drive, Mankato elevatemankato.com
Church of Christ 507-387-2521 1210 Warren Street, Mankato mankatochurchofchrist.org
First Congregational UCC 507-387-6592 150 Stadium Court, Mankato
Sunday Worship: 9:00 AM Sunday Classes: 10:15 AM
First Lutheran Church ELCA 507-934-3060 1114 West Traverse Road, St. Peter
Early Childhood to Grade 8 • Christ centered education
Missouri Synod 2101 Lor Ray Drive North Mankato (1 mi. N. of Highway 14) 388-4336 goodshepmankato@gmail.com goodshepherdmankato.org
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Hope Baptist Church 507-387-3222 150 Jaycee Court, Mankato
Messiah Lutheran Church, ELCA 507-387-5537 1706 Lee Boulevard, North Mankato
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church & School LCMS 507-388-4336 2101 Lor Ray Drive, Mankato goodshepherdmankato.org
Hope Interfaith Center 507-386-1242 114 Pohl Road, Mankato hopeinterfaithcenter.com
Middleground Ministry 507-388-8457 119 Gwyn Avenue, Mankato
Grace Baptist Church 507-388-9355 600 Lind Street, Mankato
Hosanna Lutheran Church-LCMS 507-388-1766 105 Hosanna Avenue, Mankato hosannamankato.com
Mount Olive Lutheran Church and School (ELS) 507-345-4966 1123 Marsh Street, Mankato mtolivelutheran.org
Grace Lutheran Church ELCA 507-345-4248 320 East Main Street, Mankato gracemankato.org
Hosanna Highland Campus & Community Church 507-388-1172 329 Ellis Avenue, Mankato
New Creation World Outreach Church 507-388-7771 1124 North River Drive, North Mankato newcreationwoc.org
Hillside Church 507-345-7554 502 South Victory Drive, Mankato hillsidemankato.com
Immanuel Lutheran Church 507-345-3027 421 North Second Street, Mankato immanuelmankato.org
Newman Center 507-387-4154 1502 Warren Street, Mankato
Hilltop United Methodist 507-387-3877 108 South Manitou Drive, Mankato mankatohiltop.com
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses 507-388-5757 420 Marie Lane, North Mankato
Holy Rosary Catholic Church 507-387-6501 525 Grant Avenue, North Mankato
Mankato Church of Christ 507-387-2521 1210 Warren Street, Mankato
Our Savior's Lutheran Church - Mankato 507-385-2180 1103 North Broad Street, Mankato Peace Lutheran Church (ELS) 507-385-1386 2090 Commerce Drive, North Mankato peacemankato.com
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First Presbyterian Church - Mankato 507-387-2160 220 East Hickory Street, Mankato
Resurrection Lutheran Church 507-345-4455 1735 East Main, Mankato resurrectionmankato.org
St. Mark Evangelical Lutheran Church (Wels) 507-388-2013 502 West 7th Street, Mankato
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Mankato 507-388-5022 937 Charles Avenue, Mankato
River Ridge Evangelical Free Church of Mankato 507-345-7451 354 Carol Court, North Mankato riverridgekato.org
St. Paul's Lutheran Church 507-345-7049 304 Monroe Avenue, North Mankato stpaulsnorthmankato.com
United Campus Ministry 507-345-7806 150 Stadium Court, Mankato
Seventh Day Adventist Church 507-625-8625 210 Pohl Road, Mankato St. John Lutheran Church-LCMS 507-278-3835 55209 190th Street, Rapidan St. John the Baptist Catholic Church 507-625-3131 632 Broad Street, Mankato St. John's Episcopal Church 507-388-1969 302 Warren Street, Mankato St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church 507-388-3766 423 West 7th Street, Mankato
St. Peter & Paul's Catholic Church 507-388-2995 105 North 5th Street, Mankato sspeterandpaul.com Sunrise Church 507-934-1468 722 Sunrise Drive, Saint Peter sunrisechurchmn.com The Holy Christian Church Mankato 507-345-9673 220 East Main Street #4 thccmankato.org
United Pentecostal Church 507-388-1331 119 State Street, Mankato Word of Life Free Lutheran Church AFLC 507-387-3857 20013 Stolzman Road, Mankato wordoflifemankato.com YOUR HOME. YOUR WAY.
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Trinity Lutheran Church ELCA 507-934-4786 511 South 5th Street, Saint Peter Union Presbyterian Church 507-934-4602 730 South 3rd Street, Saint Peter
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HELPING FAMILIES FOR OVER 25 YEARS.
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