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Discover vibrant arts, stunning parks, unique shops, and delicious dining.
06/16/2026
Make this Father’s Day unforgettable with a special celebration in Mankato! 🏌️♂️ Whether he likes golfing, culinary delights, or outdoor adventures, Mankato offers a variety of options to make this day truly memorable.
🔗: https://greatermankato.com/blog/a-fathers-day-to-remember-in-mankato/
06/15/2026
Happy National Children's Day! 🌞 Celebrate with a family friendly day out in Mankato.
🚜 Spend hours of hands-on fun at the Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota
🛝 Explore the playground and visit the farm animals at Sibley Park
🏊 Cool off and make a splash at the North Mankato Splash Pad
🍦 Cap off the day with a delicious scoop (or two) from Mom & Pop's
How to spend a perfect summer afternoon in Mankato, MN 👇
📍 Minneopa State Park
📍 Mom & Pop's Ice Cream
📍 Shoping in Old Town Mankato
Tag the person you’re bringing with you! 🚙💨
Looking for the perfect path to celebrate National Trails Day? 🗺️👇
Here are 3 incredible trails to check out this weekend:
📍 Rasmussen Woods - Best for wildlife sightings
📍 Red Jacket Trail - Best for river valley views
📍 Sakatah State Trail - Best for a smooth, long-distance bike ride
📍 West Mankato Trail - Best for easy access to the Red Jacket Trail
Tag your favorite hiking or biking buddy in the comments! 🥾🚲
Did somebody say FREE?! 🦬 Come with me to check out the bison range at Minneopa State Park!
Next Saturday, June 13, is a Free State Park Day, meaning absolutely zero admission costs to drive through the range and explore. Mark your calendars and come see what you’ve been missing out on!
06/02/2026
Happy National Great Outdoors Month!🌲✨ Whether you’re chasing waterfalls at Minneopa, paddling the Blue Earth River, or biking our 50+ miles of paved trails, Mankato is the ultimate outdoor playground.
Swipe through for a few ways to celebrate this month, and tell us below: Are you exploring by foot, bike, or water? 👇
Your wallet is happy and the kids are tired. Mission accomplished. 🏆
05/23/2026
Celebrate National Road Trip Day by planning your Mankato stops on the Minnesota River Valley National Scenic Byway! 🚗 Save this itinerary and explore everything from destination and discovery sites to museums and historic districts.
🔗: https://greatermankato.com/stay-enjoy/tours-itineraries/
Minneopa State Park | Minnemishinona Falls | Mankato Historic Districts | Land of Memories | Sibley Park | Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota | The Betsy-Tacy Society | Hubbard House | Blue Earth County Historical Society | CityArt Mankato Walking Sculpture Tour | Carnegie Art Center | Reconciliation Park | Winter Warrior and Memorial Marker | Riverfront Park
05/22/2026
The days are getting longer, and the calendar is filling up. Save this post for when you're looking for something to do! 🗓️
➡️ May 25 - Mankato MoonDogs Home Opener
➡️ May 30 - Brit Floyd
➡️ June 13 - State Park Free Admission Day
➡️ June 13 - Great Northern Viking Festival
➡️ June 13 - Lee Brice
➡️ June 18 - Mankato Habaneros Home Opener
🔗: https://greatermankato.com/events/
05/19/2026
How are you celebrating National Bike Month this May in Greater Mankato? 🚲 Tag us in your photos to be featured!
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3 Civic Center Plz, Ste 100
Mankato, MN
56001
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| Monday | 8:30am - 4:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am - 4:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am - 4:30pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am - 4:30pm |
| Friday | 8:30am - 3pm |