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10th Annual Blues on Belgrade – Saturday, July 28th
Blues on Belgrade celebrates its 10th anniversary at the crossroads of Range and Belgrade in lower North Mankato, Saturday, July 28th. Admission is free!
Eagle Lake Tator Days – July 19-22
Tator Days means there's a lot going on in Eagle Lake on July 19th through the 22nd!
Minnesota Bison Conservation Herd at Minneopa State Park
Looking for something a little out-of-the ordinary to do with the kids this weekend? Consider taking them to Minneaopa State Park, just a few miles from Mankato, to see the American Bison herd.
Summer Fun! Human Foosball and Block Party on Front Street
Human Foosball and Block Party on Front Street, sponsored by The Greater Mankato United Way is happening on July 14th from noon until 5:00 pm.
A Man Called Ocho – Building Community and People One Song at a Time
There is a man who calls the Mankato region home named Ocho who has a heart that beats to the rhythm of every up-and-coming...
One + One + One = Zero! Passionate Promoter Introduces Band
The Zero Men from Sioux Falls are making their Mankato debut at The Square Deal on July 7th
Key City Bike – Cycling and Recycling With Heart
Key City Bike is making an impact by keeping bikes out of landfills and growing biking culture in the region.
Feels Good! Local Musician Releases New Single
Singer, songwriter, teacher, and first regular contributor to MankatoLIFE.com, Stacy K Berkner, is releasing a new single on Friday, June 22nd
Mankato Area Youth Symphony Orchestra – Ready Player One: Free Music Concert
The Mankato Area Youth Symphony Orchestra will perform their free summer concert, Reader Player One, on June 24th at 3:30 pm at the Leas Schwickert Arts Pavilion in Sibley Park, Mankato and at 6:30 pm on June 27th at the St. Peter Public Library.
2018 Kiwanis Mankato Cookout Promises Smokey Goodness!
2018 Mankato Cookout barbecue competition is being held at Land of Memories Park Saturday and Sunday, June 9th and 10th.









