19th Annual Greater Mankato Songs on the Lawn Returns This June

    May 14th, 2022

    Mankato, MN – Greater Mankato Growth is excited to announce its 19th annual Songs on the Lawn, a series of free summer get-togethers that showcase our region’s wide variety of local music, entertainment, and food. Presented by Xcel Energy, these weekly events will take place every Thursday in June from 11 am to 1 pm at Civic Center Plaza in Mankato.

    Join us for our 2022 band lineup:

    • June 2: Space Hug (indie pop rock)
    • June 9: Holly Rocka Rollaz (rockabilly/early American)
    • June 16: The Gentlemen’s Anti-Temperance League (uptempo/swing jazz)
    • June 23: City Mouse (Americana)
    • June 30: Stacy K (folk rock)

    Songs on the Lawn provides an opportunity for co-workers, friends, and families from all around the region to gather in the City Center and enjoy live music. Attendees may purchase meals, snacks, and beverages from a variety of local vendors, including Dino’s Gourmet Pizzeria, Tavern on the Avenue, Flask, Number 4 American Bar & Kitchen, Pub 500, The Loose Moose Saloon & Conference Center, Olives, Frozen Yogurt Creations, and Wooden Spoon. Parking is available in the Civic Center and Cherry Street ramps at no cost.

    Songs on the Lawn series is presented by Xcel Energy, with sponsorship support from Clean Water, Land & Legacy Amendment & KMSU, Charter Communications, Federated Insurance, Fun.com, Monarch Healthcare Management, Nidec – Kato Engineering, Radio Mankato, Alpha Media, and Harry Meyering Center.

    For more information, visit greatermankato.com/songs.

    About Greater Mankato Growth

    Greater Mankato Growth (GMG) is committed to advancing business for a stronger community. As the Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development organization serving the regional marketplace, GMG advances business through existing business support, new business growth, business promotion, talent development, public affairs, community marketing, visitor attraction and servicing, and civic engagement.