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2015 GUIDE TO VISITING & LIVING IN GREATER MANKATO
15Celebrating 50 years of Vikings Training Camp in Mankato.
20Test your taste buds at the local pizza joints in Greater Mankato.
24Experience Mankato’s Must Do’s.
2015 GUIDE TO VISITING & LIVING IN GREATER MANKATO
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Thank you for picking up our visitor guide. If you are looking for an adventure, wellness event, 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.
You can find Mankato nestled in the scenic Minnesota River Valley just 75 minutes southwest of the St. Paul/Minneapolis 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 trails for walking, biking 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 theatre 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 serving as the backdrop for the very popular Betsy-Tacy book series. Traditions have arisen from this history that bring visitors to Mankato year after year.
Speaking of tradition, Mankato is proud to play host to the Minnesota Vikings Training Camp. This sporting event mixed in with many others has delighted our fair share of sporting enthusiasts and families over the years.
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 and award-winning school system, 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.
WELCOME TO GREATER MANKATO
For more information about Mankato, please contact:
Visit Mankato12 Civic Center Plaza, Suite 1645Mankato, MN 56001visitmankatomn.comvisitors@greatermankato.com 800.657.4733
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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 totals over 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, rock climbing or skiing the slopes of Mount Kato. You’ll find a plethora of invigorating outdoor adventure in Mankato year round.
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 Park, Fort Le Hillier Mountain Bike trails and for the more experienced rider, Mount Kato. 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 Park, Fort LeHillier Trail or Indian Lake Conservation Area.
Bring your bicyclesTake 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 for all 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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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.
Conquer the slopesTest your climbing skills at the Rock Climbing Walls located on the campus of Minnesota State University, Mankato. 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. If that’s not enough to get your blood boiling, try ice climbing our frozen Minneopa Falls in the winter months.
Get your climb onWhether 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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trails & bikingThere are over 50 miles of paved trails nestled 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. Our newest form of public art, the Mankato Poetry Walk and Ride, displays poetry on 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 (MAMB) who 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, the newest being the development at the Kiwanis Recreation Area.
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Mountain BikingMankato offers five mountain biking trails to explore for experienced riders and newbies.
MAMB Ft. LeHillier TrailThis 2.2 mile mountain bike trail is located at the intersection of Highways 66 and 90 just south of Mount Kato. This trail is a great spot for the kids to try out mountain biking.
Kiwanis Recreation AreaMankato’s newest mountain bike trail is five miles long and located at the Kiwanis Recreation Area just north of the Highway 169 and Highway 14 intersection north of Mankato. In addition to trails, the park also offers dog park areas, a canoe/kayak area and an archery range.
Mount KatoBefore 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 TrailSeven Mile Park is a 628 acre county park located off of Hwy 169 between North Mankato and St. Peter. There are eight miles of multi-use trails with equestrian parking and a highway underpass. Severalfootbridges cross Seven Mile Creek.
Indian Lake Conservation AreaIndian 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.
Mankato is proud to be designated a “bronze” Bike Friendly Community by the League of American Bicyclists, Washington D.C.
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Seven Mile Creek Trail LOCAL TIPTom Engstrom President Greater Mankato Bike & Walk Advocates
My favorite ride what I call the Lake Crystal Loop because it encompasses three trails (Minneopa, South Route and Red Jacket); two waterfalls (Minneopa and Minnimishinoma); the Dam Café and their amazing pie; the coffee shop in Lake Crystal; four rivers and streams (Minneopa, Blue Earth, Le Sueur and Minnesota); three lakes; open country roads; Judson Bottom Road and Sibley Park in Mankato. It’s the long ride for the Mankato River Ramble (a local bike ride). All that packed in 45 miles or so of riding. It doesn’t get any better anywhere!
If you are looking for a shorter scenic trail ride, the Minneopa Loop is the short 12 mile route used by the Mankato River Ramble. Begin at Sibley Park or Land of Memories Park and head west on the Minneopa Trail to Minneopa State Park. Explore the falls before heading south on the South Route Trail to the Red Jacket Trail and back to Sibley Park. This is a great route for those early spring rides when the temps are barely above 30 and the wind is blowing.
Our Greater Mankato Biking and Hiking Guide offers a bike map with suggested biking loops for bikers from beginners to experienced riders on both trails and country roads. Download your guide today online at www.visitmankatomn.com or call 507.385.6660 to be mailed a map.
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MANKATO’S RIVER SYSTEM OFFERS 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 River. 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 for a drink from a fresh spring and don’t forget to stop at Big Moe, a glacier boulder in the middle of the river, for photos or a picnic.
Not equipped or need help finding these local gems along the river? Contact our local outfitter Bent River to get a guided trip down the river.
Bent River Outfitter507.388.BENT (2368)bentriveroutfitter.com
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 trip or long trip – whichever you prefer.
In Town:Sibley Park (Blue Earth & Minnesota River access)Land of Memories Park (Blue Earth & Minnesota River access)Kiwanis Recreation Park (Minnesota River access)Riverfront Park (Minnesota River access)
Outside of Town:County Road 90 Bridge (Blue Earth River access)Rapidan Dam Park (Blue Earth River access)Red Jacket Park (LeSueur River access)Seven Mile Creek Park (Minnesota River)Wildwood Park (LeSueur River)County Road 10 & 16 Bridge (Big Cobb & LeSueur River access) Paddleboards
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MANKATO NEVER GOES INTO WINTER HIBERNATION.
Outdoor winter sports in Mankato get you exploring great hills and trails on skis, snowshoes, sleds, snowmobiles and snow bikes.
Cross Country SkiingGroomed 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 www.co.blue-earth.mn.us for more information.
Down-Hill SkiingDown-hill skiers find that Mount Kato 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 recooperation and dining.
Ice SkatingMankato has eleven parks with outdoor ice skating rinks. All Season’s Arena offers an indoor skating rink, with skate rental. Skate for fun or compete in a game of hockey.
SleddingGrab a sled or tube and head to the legendary Sibley Park hill for downhill sledding. Don’t have a tube? No problem. Downhill tubing action at Mount Kato provides large tubes for a smoother ride with just as much thrill.
SnowbikingSnowbikes or “fat bikes” are best experienced along packed trails. Try it yourself at Seven Mile Creek Park, Kiwanis Recreation Park, which is consistently groomed throughout winter, MAMB Ft. LeHillier Trail or Indian Lake Conservation Area.
SnowmobilingThere are 160 miles of trails for snowmobilers in Blue Earth County. Snowmobilers should visit the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources website to get detailed maps of available snowmobile routes. All information can be found at dnr.state.mn.us/snowmobiling/index.html
SnowshoeingSnowshoeing reveals a whole new experience in our parks on our trails during the winter. This activity allows you to experience winter in all it’s wonder. Go it alone or book a tour with the local experts, Bent River Outfitter.
Looking for a snowshoe and winery combo? Join Bent River Outfitters for a winter tour around the scenic landscapes home to either of our unique wineries, Morgan Creek Vineyard and the Chankaska Creek Ranch & 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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YEAR-ROUND, GREATER MANKATO HAS PLENTYTO OFFER TO THE SPORTS ENTHUSIAST.
If it’s a sporting event you’re looking for, you can take your pick in Mankato. You can see your heroes up close at the Verizon Vikings Training Camp or cheer on the local amateur baseball teams. Mankato and the surrounding communities have three college athletic programs including the Division I Minnesota State University, Mankato Mavericks Hockey Team. 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.
Amateur AthleticsMankato offers many options for the sports lover. Support a local town baseball team throughout the summer or cheer on the Mankato MoonDogs, a collegiate summer baseball team in the Northwoods league. MoonDog games start in June and continue until the home season wraps up in mid-August. Special events and fan-friendly promotions are often part of the MoonDog experience. Giveaways, guest appearances by sports celebrities and silly ballgame antics can be expected at many of the games.
Collegiate AthleticsGo Mavs! Minnesota State University, Mankato offers a packed year-round college athletics calendar including our Division I Mavericks Hockey Team. Mankato offers more than just the Mavs. Sports fans can take in a game at Bethany Lutheran College or just down the road at Gustavus Adolfus College in St. Peter.
Professional AthleticsMankato has been the home of the Verizon Vikings Training Camp since 1965 and is now the home of the Minnesota Timberwolves Training Camp. You will have the opportunity to watch your favorite top Minnesota Vikings players practice and scrimmage, and you might even get an autograph or two. See your heroes up close in Mankato.
LOCAL TIPViktorMinnesota Vikings Mascot
I love coming to Mankato for Training Camp because everyone is always very excited to see the team, and it really signifies the start to the season. The MSU staff is always friendly, and they are very understanding as I like to Segway through the halls of Julia Sears Residence Hall at all hours of the day. One of my favorite parts of Training Camp is the great food provided by area vendors! The fans are always excellent at Training Camp, and I am always excited to see familiar faces throughout the camp village.
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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 MAMB Ft. LeHillier Trail, ski the slopes of Mount Kato, kayak the Minnesota River or dare to try a new cuisine. Here are some suggestions. You can find more information on our website at www.visitmankatomn.com.
Children’s Museum of Southern MinnesotaOpening May 1, 2015, the brand new Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota is a wonder-filled destination just waiting to be discovered. Imagine getting behind the 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 in the two level maker space. With six indoor exhibits and 12,000 square feet of outdoor place, there really is something for everyone at Minnesota's newest Museum for families.
Sibley ParkSibley Park is a favorite of many area families. Not only is the park beautifully landscaped with extensive gardens, it 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.
Burn Off Some EnergySpend 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 DipSpring 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. Tourtellotte pool, in Tourtellotte park, offers a swimming facility featuring an Olympic-sized pool with a separate diving well and a heated wading pool. And remember to visit one of the many lakes in the greater Mankato area for more fun in the water.
Be Wowed at the Wow! ZoneYour 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 Jerry Dutler’s Bowl and Victory Bowl.
LOCAL TIPChristine Nessler Mother of 3
Minnesota State University, Mankato has been a part of our lives for many years. My husband Andy and I both graduated from MSU-M but that hasn’t been the last of our involvement. Andy grew up attending many sporting events with his dad and brothers and the tradition has stood for our own family. We enjoy watching the Mavs play basketball at Bresnan Area in the Taylor Center. It is one of the best Division II basketball arenas in the country. Our three kids love going to the games because of the excitement of the game, the on-court activities and contests, and the concession stand treats. What Andy and I appreciate the most is the chance to spend time together at a wholesome, family event. Go Mavs!
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MANKATO'S OLDEST PARK OFFERS SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE.
Sibley Park is a beloved destination central to the Mankato community. Hosting a petting zoo, ball diamonds, band shell, picnic areas and beautiful gardens, it remains one of the most visited and beautiful parks in the area. Nevertheless, the park’s history is as rich and exciting as the amenities it offers today, with 2015 marking the 50th anniversary of the great 1965 Minnesota River Valley flood that forever changed Sibley Park and the city of Mankato.
Named after Minnesota’s first Governor in 1887, Sibley Park’s 120 acre spread had initially been considered for a town
site. Noting high water marks on the surrounding trees, early settlers decided against the area, heeding to evidence of flooding that later proved volatile in coming years.
Just a few months after its founding, the city of Mankato added an oval horse/bicycle racetrack, grandstand and judging station to the park. Opening in 1897, the track was half a mile long, hosting popular races throughout the early 1900s until 1915 when the track befell age and overuse.
In the years that followed, park administrators then shifted their attention to the promotion and maintenance of the park’s growing exotic animal zoo. As early as 1907, Sibley Park had established a small-scale zoo, over time adding a bear cage and housing over 125 animals including bison, alligators, ostriches, bears, and most notably Mutt and Jeff, the crowd favorite, inseparable lion and dog duo. Unfortunately, on April 10, 1965, frozen ground, melting snow and intense rainfall caused the zoo to flood in a matter of 10-15 minutes, cresting at a remarkable 29 feet—the second highest recorded Mankato flood to date. Tragically, many of
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the animals drowned in the flood, marking the end of the exotic zoo in Mankato.
Since its recovery from the devastating flood 50 years ago, Sibley Park has challenged its former glory, growing into one of the most splendid and family-friendly locations in the Mankato area. The lions, alligators and bears have since been replaced by kid-friendly farm animals, offering a fun experience for families at Sibley Farm’s petting zoo and play-ground facilities. Extensive year-round gardens are host to colorful and seasonal floral displays, with the bright colors of spring and summer rivaled only by the warm leaves of fall and
crisp winter frosts when Sibley Park comes festively aglow, hosting the annual Kiwanis Holiday Lights. Amidst a stunning display of over 1 million LED lights, the park is transformed into a winter wonderland, offering visitors horse drawn wagon rides through the lights, a synthetic ice-rink and a peek at a few of Santa’s most prized possessions—his reindeer! In the warmer seasons, you’ll find the park’s ball fields buzzing with youth and adult competitions while other visitors enjoy friendly get-togethers beneath the garden’s gazebo or a scenic workout on the HealthBeat outdoor exercise equipment. No matter the season, there’s fun here for everyone!
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EventsMust See
YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS THESE GREAT EVENTS!
Big Bobber Ice Fishing ContestJanuary 31, 2015
Gorilla RunMay 2, 2015
SolsticeJune 19-21, 2015
Thunderbirds Air ShowJune 27-28, 2015
Red, Hot, BoomJuly, 4, 2015
North Mankato Fun DaysJuly 8-12, 2015
Blues on BelgradeJuly 25, 2015
RibfestJuly 30-August 2, 2015
Vikings Training CampJuly-August, 2015
North Mankato TriathlonAugust 9, 2015
Mankato Mud RunAugust 15, 2015
Mankato Marathon
Mahkato Pow-Wow
Mankato River Ramble
Mahkato Annual Traditional Pow-WowSeptember 18-20, 2015
Bier on Belgrade (Oktoberfest)September 24, 2015
Mankato River RambleOctober 11, 2015
Mankato MarathonOctober 17-18, 2015
Kiwanis Holiday LightsNovember 27-December 31, 2015
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MANKATO'SPURPLE AND GOLD TRADITION
Skol! This summer marks Mankato’s 50th Anniversary hosting the Minnesota Vikings Training Camp on the Minnesota State University, Mankato campus. Since its first year in 1966, Vikings Training Camp has grown alongside the Mankato community, expanding and becoming one of the city’s most exciting summer highlights. Although camp is shorter than it was at its inception, currently lasting three to four weeks throughout July and August as compared to the full seven weeks in 1966, the schedule has nevertheless continued to boost new attractions and activities for all ages. In recent years, training camp has seen additions like that of the Vikings Village, which sells memorabilia and includes a kid’s play area, as well as multiple new on-site food and beverage vendors.
Prior to finding their way further south, the Vikes held their summer practices at Bemidji State University from 1961-1965 before moving to Mankato in 1966. That same year Minnesota, Chicago, Detroit and Green Bay were consolidated to form the Central Division of the Western Conference and since then a star-studded line-up of players have traveled to Mankato as part of the Vikings roster. Names like Herschel Walker (RB), Warren Moon (QB), Keith Millard (DT), Chris Carter (WR), Randy Moss (WR), Jared Allen (DE), and Carl Eller (DE) are a few of the football legends who have made their way to the MSU-M campus.
With free admissions, autograph signings, daily open practices and scrimmages, more than 69,000 fans travel to get the
Fun training camp facts: 90 players, 20 coaches; 16 practices, 1,950 minutes of practice; 6,168 protein shakes; 10,800 Gatorade 20 oz. water bottles; 500 cases of bottled water
full training camp experience right here in Mankato. On Family Football Day, young fans can show off their own skills at the Jr. Training Camp and Minnesota Vikings Cheerleading Clinic while parents enjoy food, refreshments and shopping. Visitors can even snap a photo with Viktor the mascot or Vikings cheerleaders and players. Show your horns and celebrate with the Mankato community as we celebrate 50 years of Viking’s tradition and purple-pride!
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Just a short drive from Minneapolis, Mankato is a thriving arts community with quality theatre, music, dance and visual arts programs. Applaud a rousing theatre production, peruse a gallery full of work by popular local artists or reconnect under the stars at an outdoor concert.
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CityArt Walking Sculpture TourSee and enjoy art out in the open with CityArt in Mankato’s City Center. Enjoy the CityArt Walking Sculpture Tour with 34 sculptures from artists around the world in mediums ranging from cast iron to molded plastic. You can even vote for your favorite sculpture or participate in a scavenger hunt.
Mankato Poetry Walk & RideThe 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.
Theatre, Theatre, TheatreThe Mankato area offers a wide variety of options for the theatre lover. Minnesota State University, Mankato Theatre and Dance has several performances every year. Over 35,000 patrons witness, support, and enjoy the department’s offerings each year, ranking it in the nation’s top one percent of colleges in theatre attendance. Other area colleges including Bethany Lutheran College in Mankato and Gustavus Adolphus College in St. Peter have excellent theatre programs. If you want a unique theatre 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.
Music & DanceEnjoy musical and dance performances year round 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.
GalleriesMankato 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.
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The Children’s Museum of Southern Minnesota is waiting to be discovered. Minnesota’s newest museum boosts six immersive exhibits in a 17,000 feet transformed bus barn along with five contemporary art installations, two levels of maker space, a 10 foot quarry stone crane, six forts in a 30 foot indoor tree meant for climbing, 10,000 square feet of outdoor play space, and one 1917 fully restored Little Giant sod buster. Southern Minnesota’s rich culture comes to life at the little Museum on the prairie with exhibits that question, celebrate, and intrigue. Let our warm southern hospitality welcome you!
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MuseumsIf you are interested in history, literature or just having fun you’ll find Mankato’s museums to be worth a visit. The Blue Earth County Historical Society operates the Heritage Center Museum, Research Center and Museum Store as well as the Historic R.D. Hubbard House in Mankato. Visit the Betsy-Tacy Houses. Bring the classic books of Maud Hart Lovelace to life and get a glimpse into the past. Be sure to visit the Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota where you'll find the perfect combination of Southern Minnesota's rich culture and a hands-on, interactive learning environment.
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AFTER A BUSY DAY EXPLORING MANKATO, RELAX AT ONE OF OUR THREE WINERIES.
Each 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 WineryChankaska Creek Ranch and Winery is Minnesota’s newest farm winery. Sitting on the right bank of the Chankaska Creek near Kasota, Minnesota, this vineyard and winery offers a scenic backdrop for your glass of relaxation. Hand-crafted, Chankaska Wines’ artisan winemaking techniques ensure a transformation from hearty grapes on the vine to a flavorful wine experience.
Indian Island WineryIndian Island Winery is a family owned and operated business built on historic Native American grounds. Indian Island focuses on making wines that are 100% 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 performers.
Morgan Creek VineyardsMorgan 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.
Mankato BreweryExperience some local flavor at the Mankato Brewery. Tour the brewery and enjoy a sampling of the German inspired brews. 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 Brewery Co.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 Hwy. 14). 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.
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MANKATO IS A REGIONAL CENTER FOR ENTERTAINMENT, SHOPPING AND NIGHTLIFE.
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.
Mankato’s entertainment district, which is located in the heart of the City Center, is home to the Verizon Wireless Center which has a packed calendar with an exciting schedule of events, concerts and shows. You can expect concerts with internationally known artists like Elton John, Kiss and Florida Georgia Line. They also host the Division I Minnesota State University, Mankato hockey team in the winter. Enjoy the open air in the summer when concerts are moved outdoors a few blocks away at Riverfront Park.
Within walking distance of the Verizon Wireless Center and Riverfront Park are several bars and grills to start your evening off right. Dance the night away to a DJ or find a local live band. Over 700 shows are held in Mankato annually. You can easily find a variety of live music
shows somewhere in Mankato every week.
If you would rather kick back and watch the game, several local bars and pubs offer big flat-screen TV’s and great food and drinks to share with friends while rooting for your favorite team.
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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LOCAL TIPJeff Lang,aka Stunt MonkeyOn-Air & Promotions Director at Radio Mankato
It’s incredibly exciting to watch and be a part of Mankato’s growth; our radio stations are very active in helping promote and execute community events. I find myself at a wide variety of local entertainment each week from large exciting concerts at the Verizon Center, local festivals, or to MoonDogs baseball games.
My favorite time of the year comes in August during Mankato’s Ribfest! Four days of barbeque ribs, cold beer, and live music. The right combination of events for families and adults to enjoy is very special to me and makes this an exciting place to live and play.
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TEST YOUR TASTE BUDS AT THE LOCAL PIZZA JOINTS IN GREATER MANKATO
Mankato’s local pizza joints each offer a unique experience and undoubtedly delicious pizza. Since it is hard to rank Mankato’s well-known pie joints (pizza pie that is), we left that decision up to the locals. The ranked list below is according to the Mankato Magazine’s Reader’s Choice Awards of Best Pizza in Mankato:
1. Pagliai’s Pizza (pronounced Polly-eyes) – ‘Quality and Quantity since 1969.’ The go-to for college students with a laid back atmosphere, representing a hidden gem in the heart of Mankato’s downtown since 1969.
2. Jake’s Stadium Pizza – ‘Wouldn’t a Jake’s Pizza Taste Great Right Now?’ Jake’s is a family owned business that has been passed down from generation to generation since 1964. Jake’s provides a family-friendly setting and thin crust pizzas that are a Mankato legacy!
3. Dino’s New York Style Pizzeria – ‘Giving the Mankato area authentic, New York style pizza.’ At Dino’s, kids are able to play with the pizza dough, watch the pizzas be made and all tables are equipped with blank white paper ‘cloths’ and crayons for the kiddo’s entertainment. While the kids make table art, mom and dad can enjoy a beer or delicious glass of local vino.
Although we have only mentioned a few pizza must-eats, there are over 20 stellar places in Mankato that feature pizza on their menu. Go ahead, try them all.
Not hungry for pizza? Try one of Mankato’s other highly notable and delicious restaurants, from American, Asian, Indian, Mexican and more. Find a complete listing on pages 38-42 or go to the dining page on our website to narrow down all your options.
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MANKATO IS THE REGIONAL RETAIL HUB, WITH HUNDREDS OF STORES RANGING FROM QUAINT LOCAL SHOPS TO LARGE NATIONAL RETAILERS.
Spend the day relaxing and shopping with friends in the City Center or shop the deals at one of more than 100 stores in the River Hills Mall. You can also shop local at the outdoor Mankato Farmers Market open May-October. Get everything you need from farm fresh produce, locally raised meats, homemade goodies including bakery items, soaps, cards, furniture, clothing and much more. Looking for a Mankato souvenir? Stop by our visitor center and pick up a Mankato t-shirt, postcards or key chain. Our visitor center is located in the Mankato Place Mall and open Monday-Friday from 8 am – 5 pm. For more on shopping visit our shopping page online.
Local Mankato Products1. Vino – With three local wineries to
choose from, you won’t have a problem finding the right bottle. Chankaska Creek Ranch & Winery, Indian Island Winery & Morgan Creek Vineyards all are within a 20 minute drive of Mankato. You can even pick up a bottle from a local liquor store.
2. Alemar Cheese – What better to pair with your wine than some cheese. Alemar Cheese is produced in downtown Mankato from local cows with three flavors to choose from: Bent River, Good Thunder & Fromage Blanc. You can pick yours up at the St. Peter Food Co-op.
3. Vetter Stone – Bring home a piece of Mankato with you with a souvenir from Vetter Stone, quarried from the Mankato region. Purchase a cut out of Minnesota, a wine rack or even a chair made completely from our local limestone.
4. Lucky’s Sauce – Get saucy with Lucky’s; try this local sauce that started for popcorn and has grown to a collection of over a dozen ranging from BBQ, hot sauces and honey mustards. Pick your sauce up at the Farmers Market, local grocery store or St. Peter Food Co-op.
5. Schwarma Sauce - The original Schwarma Sauce from Mankato’s infamous Massad's Grille is now available to take home in a jar. This Mediterranean sauce is great for all garlic lovers. Buy yours at their restaurants or local grocery store.
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Reconciliation Park
historyhistoryMankato was originally named “Mahkato,” meaning greenish-blue earth, by its early inhabitants, the Dakota. Mankato is located at the confl uence of the Minnesota and Blue Earth Rivers.
1852: Parson King Johnson and Henry Jackson arrived at Sibley Mound on the banks of the Blue Earth River on Feb. 5
1852: Mankato town site surveyed and platted by S. P. Folsom of St. Paul.
1862: US-Dakota Confl ict (Aug. 17-Dec. 26, 1862) Hundreds of white settlers and Dakota lost their lives. The decision to have 38 of 303 Native Americans sentenced to death resulted in the nation’s largest mass execution.
1868: Mankato Normal School established and fi rst classes were held in basement of Methodist Episcopal Church by Professor George M. Gage. Building constructed in 1869 on Fifth Street (future MSU).
1868: The Minnesota Valley Railroad completed line to Mankato and fi rst train arrived in Mankato.
1879: Iron truss bridge was fi rst bridge across the Minnesota River between Mankato and North Mankato.
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HOTELS
AmericInn Hotel and Conference Center240 Stadium Road, Mankato507-345-8011800-634-3444americinnmankato.com
Best Western Plus Hotel & Rest1111 Range Street, North Mankato507-625-9333800-937-8376bwmankato.com
Budget Host Inn1255 Range Street, Mankato507-388-1644800-822-2521budgethost.com
Butler House Bed & Breakfast704 S. Broad Street, Mankato507-387-5055butlerhouse.com
Comfort Inn131 Apache Place, Mankato507-388-5107800-228-5150comfortinn.com/ires/hotel/mn413
Country Inn & SuitesHotel & Conference Center1900 Premier Drive, Mankato507-388-8555800-456-4000countryinns.com/mankatomn
Courtyard by Marriott Hotel & Event Center901 Raintree Road, Mankato507-388-1234courtyardmankato.com
Days Inn1285 Range Street, Mankato507-387-3332800-DAYS-INNdaysinn.com
Fairfi eld Inn141 Apache Place, Mankato507-386-1220800-228-2800marriot.com/mktfi
GrandStay Residential Suites1000 Raintree Road, Mankato507-388-8688877-388-STAYgrandstay.net
Hilton Garden Inn20 Civic Center Plaza, Mankato507-344-1111877-STAY-HGImankatodowntown.stayhgi.com
Holiday Inn Express Hotels & Suites2051 Adams Street, Mankato507-388-1880hiexpress.com/mankatomn
Mankato City Center Hotel101 E. Main Street, Mankato507-345-1234877-345-5577mankatomnhotel.com
Microtel Inn & Suites200 St. Andrews Drive, Mankato507-388-2818800-771-7171microtelinn.com
Rodeway Inn111 W. Lind Court, Mankato507-345-8800800-315-2378
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Super 8Jct. of Hwy 169 N. & Hwy 14, Mankato507-387-0600800-800-8000super8.com
CAMPGROUNDS
Bray Park22214 Oriole Road, Madison Lake507-243-3885
Daly Park11056 571st Lane, Mapleton507-524-3000
Land of Memories CampgroundHawley Road, Mankato507-387-8649
Minneopa State Park Campground54497 Gadwell Road, Mankato507-389-5464
Point Pleasant Campgrounds400 Sheppard Circle, Madison Lake507-243-3072
Rapidan Park54116 Glory Lane, Mankato507-546-9997
Reinbold Sportsmen Campground40050 30th Street, Janesville507.-234-5440
Sakatah Trail Campground501 Cherry Avenue, Madison Lake507-243-3886
Shady Oaks Campground340 Fairgrounds Street, Garden City507-546-3986
Sawmill Campground41392 520th Street, North Mankato507-947-3735.
RESORTS
The Boatlanding Restaurant & Resort805 Main, Madison Lake507-243-9898
Beaver Dam Resort46115 Beaver Dam Road, Cleveland507-931-7376
Lakeview Resort22175 624 Avenue, Madison Lake507-362-4616
Sakatah Trail Resort24102 Greenland Road, Madison Lake507-267-4000
Silver’s Resort108 S. 1st Street, Elysian507-267-4694
Summer Breeze Resort45872 Summer Breeze Lane, Cleveland507-931-5992
Wise Stop Resort23981 Blue Marina Road, Cleveland507-931-1843
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American Restaurant
101 Main Restaurant507-345-1234101 Main Street, Mankato
American Legion Club Post 11507-345-3529PO Box 3246, Mankatolegion.org/front
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar507-386-10101900 Adams Street, Mankatoapplebees.com
Baker's Square507-345-42401861 Madison Avenue, Mankatobakerssquare.com
Bonfi re507-625-84431910 Premier Drive, Mankatoaxelsbonfi re.com
Boulder Tap House507-344-1643291 St. Andrews Drive, Mankatobouldertaphouse.com/mankato-mn
Buff alo Wild Wings - Hilltop507-385-9464301 St. Andrews Drive, Mankatobuff alowildwings.com
Charley's Philly Steaks507-779-7079River Hills Mall1850 Adams St, Suite 608, Mankato
Charley's Restaurant507-388-6845920 Madison Avenue, Mankatocharleysrestaurantmankato.com/
Dickey's Barbecue Pit507-625-4227501 Holly Lane #150, Mankatodickeys.com
Eagles Club #269507-625-9701708 North Riverfront Drive, Mankato
Five Guys Burgers and Fries507-385-18481920 Adams Street, Mankatofi veguys.com
Grizzly’s Woodfi re Grill & Steaks507-385-16001700 Madison Avenue, Mankatogrizzlysgrill.com
Hardee's507-625-31141405 Madison Avenue, Mankato
Hooligan's507-625-9904P.O. Box 4003,1400 Madison Avenue, Suite 210, Mankato
Hy-Vee - Downtown507-625-1107410 S. Riverfront Drive, Mankatohy-vee.com
Hy-Vee - Hilltop507-625-90702010 Adams Street, Mankatowww.hy-vee.com
Jonny B's507-625-62761600 Warren Street, Mankato
Mickey's Sports Bar & Grill - Victory Bowl 507-387-7991203 South Victory Drive, Mankato
Moose Loyal Order #1414507-345-4002191 N. Victory Drive, Mankato
Noodles & Company507-385-11661600 Warren Street, Suite 5, Mankatonoodles.com
Number 4 American Bar & Kitchen507-344-1444124 East Walnut Street, Mankatonumber4mankato.com
Old Country Buff et507-387-11901861 Adams Street, Mankatooldcountrybuff et.com
Olives507-386-100120 Civic Center Plaza, Mankatoolivesmankato.com
Panera Bread507-387-76941901 Madison Avenue, Mankatopanerabread.com
Pappageorge Restaurant & Bar507-387-89741028 North Riverfront Drive, Mankatopappageorge.net/
Pathstone Cafe & Catering507-385-4379718 Mound Avenue, Mankatopathstoneliving.org
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Mankato507-385-15951790 Madison Avenue, Mankatoperkinsrestaurants.com
Red Lobster507-386-70071890 E. Madison Avenue, Mankatoredlobster.com
Tavern on the Avenue507-345-33081120 Madison Avenue, Mankatothetavontheave.com
The Loose Moose Saloon & Conference Center507-345-1446119 South Front Street, Mankatotheloosemoosesaloon.com
The Pita Pit507-345-4444530 S. Front Street, Suite 210, Mankatopitapitusa.com
Ummies507-625-8277530 S. Front Street, Mankato
Wagon Wheel Cafe507-625-9604609 South Front Street, Mankato
Weggy's on Campus507-720-66331600 Warren Street, Suite 13, Mankato
Wendy's507-625-18881545 Madison Avenue, Mankatowendys.com
Wow! Zone507-625-26952030 Adams Street, Mankatowowzonefec.com
Happy Chef Restaurant507-388-295351646 Hwy 169 NorthNorth Mankato
NaKato Bar & Grill507-388-8999253 Belgrade Avenue, North Mankato
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - North Mankato507-345-50211123 Range Street, North Mankato perkinsrestaurants.com
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Pappageorge Restaurant & Bar507-387-89741028 N. Riverfront Drive, Mankatopappageorge.net/
Pub 500507-625-6500500 S. Front Street, Mankato pub500.com
Rounders Sports Bar & Grill507-388-7767414 S Front Street, Mankatoroundersbar.com/
Tavern on the Avenue507-345-33081120 Madison Avenue, Mankatothetavontheave.com
The Loose Moose Saloon & Conference Center507-345-1446119 South Front Street, Mankatotheloosemoosesaloon.com
The Underground507-388-800012 Civic Center Plaza, Suite 1B, Mankato
Wow! Zone507-625-26952030 Adams Street, Mankatowowzonefec.com
Big Dog Sports Cafe507-386-84631712 Commerce DriveNorth Mankato
NaKato Bar & Grill507-388-8999253 Belgrade Avenue, North Mankato
Roadhouse 169 Bar & Grill507-387-75111006 North River Drive, North Mankato
Spinners Bar & Grill507-625-9751301 Belgrade Avenue, North Mankatomankatospinners.com/
Coff ee
Caribou Coff ee - Adams Street 507-345-1103RiverHills Mall1850 Adams Street #3620, Mankato
Caribou Coff ee - Madison Ave507-625-61011901 E. Madison Avenue, Mankato
Where to Eat
Asian
Asiana Buff et & Grill507-779-70081010 Raintree Road, Mankato
China Buff et- Madison507-385-08581770 Madison Avenue, Mankato
China Max218-409-0346River Hills Mall1850 Adams Street, Mankato
China Star507-625-80731857 Madison Avenue, Mankato
China Wok507-388-5959625 Madison Avenue, Mankato
Leeann Chin- Adams Street507-388-88331850 Adams Street, Mankato
Leeann Chin- University Square507-625-8833600 Warren Street, Suite 2University Square Mall, MankatoLeeannChin.com
Magic Wok507-388-83111850 Adams Street #606, Mankato
Mongolian Grill - Authentic Stir Fry507-388-45501876 Madison Avenue, Mankatoanmongoliangrill.com
Panda Express507-388-23081810 Madison Avenue Mankato, Mankato
ShoGun Sushi and Hibachi507-779-70881901 Madison Avenue, #315, Mankatoshogunn.com
Tokyo Sushi & Hibachi Inc.507-388-33381829 Adams Street, Mankato
Tonn's Grocery Store & Restaurant507-388-5710617 South Front Street, Mankato
Yu's Chinese Cuisine507-389-98861601 Monks Avenue, Mankato
Hunan Garden507-625-8199408 Belgrade Avenue, North Mankato
New Great Wall507-345-57631814 Commerce Drive, North Mankatochinesebuff etrestaurantmankato.com/
Bar & Grill
American Legion Club Post 11507-345-3529PO Box 3246, Mankatolegion.org/front
Blue Bricks507-386-1700424 Front St. South, Mankatobluebricksmankato.com/
Bonfi re507-625-84431910 Premier Drive, Mankatoaxelsbonfi re.com
Buff alo Wild Wings - Hilltop507-385-9464301 St. Andrews Drive, Mankatobuff alowildwings.com
Buster's Sports Bar & Grill507-389-89991325 Madison Avenue, Mankatobustersbar.com
Hooligan's507-625-99041400 Madison Ave., Suite 210, Mankato
Jerry Dutler's Bowl & Rumors Lounge507-387-34391247 Range Street, Mankato jerrydutlersbowl.com
Jonny B's507-625-62761600 Warren Street, Mankato
Mickey's Sports Bar & Grill - Victory Bowl 507-387-7991203 South Victory Drive, Mankato
Midtown Tavern507-345-1909524 North Riverfront Drive Old TownMankato
Mully's on Madison507-388-14411030 Madison Avenue, Mankato
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Courtyard by Marriott Hotel & Event Center507-388-1234901 Raintree Road, Mankato CourtyardMankato.com
DayBreak Internet Café LLC507-720-6486251 Bunting Ln #101, Mankatofacebook.com/DayBreakInternetCafe
Fillin' Station Coff eehouse507-344-0345630 South Front, Mankatofacebook.com/pages/Fillin-Station-Coff ee-house/104103269628455
Starbucks Coff ee Company507-625-89001872 Madison Ave nue, Mankatostarbucks.com/
Tandem Bagels507-720-6533200 East Walnut Street, Mankatotandembagels.com
The Coff ee Hag507-387-5533329 N. Riverfront Drive, Mankato thecoff eehag.com/
Weggy's on Campus507-720-66331600 Warren Street, Suite 13, Mankato
Desserts
Berry Blendz - Adams Street507-345-6764RiverHills Mall, 1850 Adams StreetMankato
Berry Blendz - Warren Street507-345-84231600 Warren Street, Suite 12, Mankatoberryblendz.com/
Cherry Berry - Mankato507-346-5454511 Holly Lane, Mankatocherryberryyogurtbar.com/
Cold Stone Creamery507-344-81521600 Warren Street, Suite 4, Mankatocoldstonecreamery.com
Culver's Frozen Custard - North Mankato 507-345-16801680 Commerce Drive, North Mankato culvers.com
Culver's Frozen Custard - Mankato507-344-15541856 Madison Avenue, Mankatoculvers.com
Dairy Queen - River Hills507-388-1375RiverHills Mall, Mankato
Dairy Queen West507-388-645125 Stolzman Road, Mankatodairyqueen.com/us-en/
Decadent Desserts507-382-4998530 N Riverfront Drive Ste 150, Mankato decadentdessertsonline.com/
Frozen Yogurt Creations507-625-30011901 Madison Avenue, Suite 450,Mankato
Mom & Pop's507-344-0629629 N Riverfront Drive, Mankatomomandpopsicecream.com/
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Red Cherry Frozen Yogurt507-388-8833RiverHills Mall 1850 Adams Street, Mankatoleeannchin.com/frozen_yogurt.php
Indian
India Palace507-625-23001511 Madison Avenue, Mankatoindiapalace.org
Fast Food
Arby's - Madison Avenue507-385-05351855 Madison Avenue, Mankatoarbys.com/
Arby's - S. Riverfront Drive507-344-0002520 S. Riverfront Drive, Mankatoarbys.com
Burger King West507-345-55161318 S. Riverfront Drive, Mankatobk.com/
Charley's Philly Steaks507-779-7079River Hills Mall1850 Adams St, Suite 608, Mankato
Culver's Frozen Custard- Mankato507-344-15541856 Madison Avenue, Mankatoculvers.com
Erbert & Gerbert's Sandwich Shop - Madison Avenue507-385-19191780 Madison Avenue, Mankatoerbertandgerberts.com/
Erbert & Gerbert's Sandwich Shop - South Front507-386-0708501 S. Front Street, Mankato erbertandgerberts.com/
Five Guys Burgers and Fries507-385-18481920 Adams Street, Mankatofi veguys.com
Hardee's507-625-31141405 Madison Ave nue, Mankato
Jimmy John's - Holly Lane507-779-7557511 Holly Lane #130, Mankato
Jimmy Johns - Warren Street507-388-49991600 Warren Street, Suite 16, Mankato jimmyjohns.com
Kentucky Fried Chicken - Madison Avenue507-387-36111110 Madison Avenue, Mankatokfc.com
Long John Silvers Seafood507-387-53831060 Madison Avenue, Mankatoljsilvers.com/
Massad’s Mediterranean Grille – Campus 507-345-11231633 Monks Ave Suite 100, Mankatomassadgroup.com/about.html
Massad's507-387-71111850 Adams Street #618, Mankatomassadgroup.com/about.html
McDonald's Restaurant - Adams Street507-625-75591921 Adams Street, Mankatomcdonalds.com
McDonald's Restaurant - Madison Avenue507-345-33701411 Madison Avenue, Mankatomcdonalds.com
McDonald's Restaurant - W. Lind Court 507-625-7199150 W. Lind Court, Mankatomcdonalds.com
Subway - Monks Avenue1633 Monks Ave, Suite 110, Mankato
Subway - MSU1633 Monks Ave, Suite 110, Mankato
Subway - Wal-Mart507-386-78211881 Madison Avenue, Mankato
Subway - Hwy. 169507-386-78271102 N. River Drive, Mankatosubway.com
Subway Mankato Heights507-385-78271901 Madison Avenue, Suite 140, Mankato subway.com
Subway Restaurant - Sibley Parkway507-625-782710 Sibley Parkway, Mankatosubway.com
Subway - River Hills Mall507-388-78271850 Adams Street, #620, Mankatowww.subway.com
Subway Village East507-345-78272116 Hoff man Road, Mankatowww.subway.com
Taco Bell507-345-61591819 Madison Avenue, Mankatotacobell.com
Taco John's - Madison Avenue507-386-TACO1040 Madison Avenue, Mankatotacojohns.com
Taco John's - North Broad507-388-28362112 North Broad Court, Mankato
Taco John's - River Hills Mall507-625-49751850 Adams Street, Mankato
The Pita Pit507-345-4444530 So. Front Street, Suite 210, Mankatopitapitusa.com
Wendy's507-625-18881545 Madison Avenue, Mankatowendys.com
Wetzel's Pretzels507-625-63171850 Adams Street, Mankato
Zanz Mexican Restaurant507-388-47891041 Madison Avenue, Mankato
Culver's Frozen Custard - North Mankato507-345-16801680 Commerce Drive, North Mankatoculvers.com
Erbert & Gerbert's Sandwich - North Mankato507-625-21211710 Commerce Drive, North Mankatoerbertandgerberts.com/
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Subway Restaurants507-387-52171104 North River Drive, North Mankatosubway.com Subway - Commerce Drive507-388-78211750 Commerce Drive, North Mankato
Taco John's - Lor Ray Drive NM507-625-TACO1601 Lor Ray Drive, North Mankatotacojohns.com
Taco John's - Range St. NM507-344-TACO1105 Range Street, North Mankatotacojohns.com
Fine Dining
101 Main Restaurant507-345-1234101 Main Street, Mankatomankatomenus.com/101_main_resturant_mankato_menu.pdf
Charley's Restaurant507-388-6845920 Madison Avenue, Mankatocharleysrestaurantmankato.com/
Neighbor's Italian Bistro507-625-67761812 S. Riverfront Drive, Mankatoneighborsitalianbistro.com
Number 4 American Bar & Kitchen 507-344-1444124 East Walnut Street, Mankatonumber4mankato.com
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant507-345-75851880 Adams Street, Mankato
Olives507-386-100120 Civic Center Plaza, Mankatoolivesmankato.com
Pappageorge Restaurant & Bar507-387-89741028 N. Riverfront Drive, Mankatopappageorge.net/
Mexican
Chipotle Mexican Grill - Madison Avenue 507-385-18831851 Madison Avenue, Mankato
Chipotle Mexican Grill - University Square 507-388-12221600 Warren Street, Suite 1, Mankatochipotle.com
La Terraza Mexican Grill and Bar507-344-06071404 Madison Avenue, Mankatolaterrazamankato.com/
Las Brazas507-387-6364500 South Riverfront Drive, Mankato
Mazatlan Mexican Restaurant507-625-24061525 Tullamore Street, Mankatoelmazatlanfood.com
Zanz Mexican Restaurant507-388-47891041 Madison Avenue, Mankato
Pizza
Domino's Downtown507-625-3666814 N. Riverfront Drive, Mankatodominos.com
Domino's Hilltop507-625-7711300 Stadium Road, Mankatodominos.com
Gary's Pizza507-388-1233923 S. Front Street, Mankato garyspizza.com
Godfather's Pizza - Mankato507-388-77651521 Tullamore Street, Mankatogodfatherspizza.com
Jake's Stadium Pizza - Mankato507-345-3185330 Stadium Rd Suite 100, Mankatojakesstadiumpizza.com/
Little Caesars507-387-60001100 South Riverfront Drive, Mankatolittlecaesars.com/Home.aspx
Marco's Pizza507-388-8888551 Belle Avenue, Suite 300, Mankato
Pagliai's Pizza507-345-6080524 S. Front Street, Mankato pagliaismankato.com/Home_Page.html
Papa John's507-387-2345826 S. Front Street, Mankatopapajohns.com
Papa Murphy's Take 'N' Bake Pizza - Madison Avenue507-625-74441776 Madison Avenue, Mankato
Papa Murphy's Take 'N' Bake Pizza - Riverfront507-625-5757510 S Riverfront Drive, Mankato
Pieology Pizzeria507-779-73051600 Warren St., Ste 3, Mankatopieology.com/
Pizza Hut - Riverfront Drive507-388-2973930 Riverfront Drive, Mankato
Pizza Ranch - Mankato507-386-70771551 Tullamore Street, Mankatopizzaranch.com
Toppers Pizza507-386-82821101 S. Front Street, Mankatotoppers.com
Wow! Zone507-625-26952030 Adams Street, Mankatowowzonefec.com
Dino's Gourmet Pizzeria507-385-3466239 Belgrade Avenue, North Mankato dinospizzeria.com
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Art Galleries
410 Project507-382-9921523 S. Front Street, Mankatothe410project.com
Arts Center of Saint Peter507-931-3630Saint Peterartscentersp.org
Carnegie Art Center507-625-2730120 S. Broad Street, Mankatothecarnegiemankato.com
CityArt Walking Sculpture Tour1 Civic Center Plaza, Mankatocityartmankato.com
Emy Frentz Art Guild507-387-1008523 South Second Street, Mankato
Marian Anderson Gallery & Framing 507-345-5566415 Cherry Street, Mankatomariananderson.com
Twin Rivers Council for the Arts507-387-1008523 South 2nd Street, Mankatotwinriversarts.org
Entertainment Center
Jerry Dutler's Bowl & Rumors Lounge 507-387-34391247 Range Street , Mankatojerrydutlersbowl.com
Lincoln Community Center507-387-5501110 Fulton, Mankato
Mickey's Sports Bar & Grill - Victory Bowl507-387-7991203 South Victory Drive, Mankato
Minnesota State University, Mankato - Centennial Student Union507-389-2224220 Centennial Student Union, Mankatocsu.mnsu.edu
Verizon Wireless Center507-389-30001 Civic Center Plaza, Mankatoverizonwirelesscentermn.com
Wow! Zone507-625-26952030 Adams Street, Mankatowowzonefec.com
Golf
Mankato Golf Club507-387-5676100 Augusta Drive, Mankatomankatogolfclub.com
Minneopa Golf Course507-625-5777410 Pintail Street, Mankatominneopa.com
North Links Golf Course and Banquet Facility507-947-335541553 - 520th Street, North Mankatonorthlinksgolf.com
Terrace View Golf Course507-625-7665PO Box 3225, Mankato
Museums
Betsy-Tacy Society507-345-9777332 Center Street, Mankatobetsy-tacysociety.org
Blue Earth County Historical Society507-345-5566415 Cherry Street, Mankatobechshistory.com
Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota507-386-0279121 E. Cherry Street, Mankatocmsouthernmn.org
Historic R.D. Hubbard House507-345-5566606 South Broad Street, Mankato
Sporting & Adventure
All Season's Arena507-387-65521251 Monks Avenue, Mankato
Bent River Outfi tter507-388-2368530 North Riverfront Drive, Suite B30 Mankatobentriveroutfi tter.com
Chesley Skate Park507-387-8222161 Jaycee Park, Mankato
Drive-a-Tank507-835-5607550 W. Cherry, Kasota
Mankato Family YMCA507-387-82551401 S. Riverfront Drive, Mankatomankatoymca.org
Mankato MoonDogs507-625-70471221 Caledonia Street, Mankatomankatomoondogs.com
Mankato Recreation/Community Services Department507-387-5501110 Fulton Street, Mankato
Minnesota State University, Mankato - Intercollegiate Athletics507-389-6111135 Myers Field House, Mankatomsumavericks.com
Mount Kato Ski Area507-625-336320461 Hwy. 66Mankato mountkato.com
Theatre, Music & Dance
Carmike Stadium Cinema 6507-625-3456220 Stadium Road Mankato carmike.com
Cine Grand Theatre12 Civic Center Plaza Suite 1640, Mankatomn.cinegrand.us/
Cinemark Movies 8507-625-3553River Hills Mall 1850 Adams St. #15, Mankatocinemark.com
Mankato Ballet507-625-7716155 Chesnut Street, Mankatomankatoballet.com
Mankato Symphony Orchestra507-625-8880523 South 2nd Street, Mankatomankatosymphony.com
Merely Players Community Theatre, Inc.507-388-5483523 South Second Street, Mankatomerelyplayers.com
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Minnesota State University, Mankato - Theatre & Dance507-389-2118201 Performing Arts Center, Mankatomnsu.edu/theatre
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Beacon Lutheran Campus Center-Wels507-345-45111506 Warren Street, Mankato
Bethel Baptist Church BGC507-345-40111250 Monks Avenue, Mankato
Bethlehem Lutheran Church507-388-2925720 S. Second Street, Mankato
Calvary Lutheran Church ELCA507-278-331719216 Rapidan Avenue, Mankato
Campus Lutheran Chapel & Student Center-LCMS507-387-6587329 Ellis Avenue, Mankato
Centenary United Methodist Church 507-387-4074501 South 2nd, Mankato
Chi Alpha Campus Ministries507-387-7761502 South Victory Drive, Mankato
Christ Church507-469-0091210 Pohl Road, Mankato
Christ Our Redeemer Evangelical Lutheran Church507-345-4867Co Road 33 & Birch Avenue, Mankato
Christ the King Lutheran Church ELCA507-345-5056222 Pfau Street, Mankato
Church of Christ507-387-25211210 Warren Street, Mankato
Community Christian Church507-385-2085518 South 5th Street, Mankato
Covenant Family Church507-345-1586PO Box 1205, Mankato
Crossroads Lutheran Campus Ministry-ELCA507-625-6779331 Dillon Avenue, Mankato
Dar Abi Bakr Islamic Center507-386-1797329 East Plum Street, Mankato
Dial-A-Meditation507-345-3111600 Lind Street, Mankato
Elevate Church507-386-1100191 N Victory Drive, Mankato
Family Fellowship Church507-380-346956952 Juneau Road, Mankato
First Christian Church507-387-21971735 East Main, Mankato
First Congregational UCC507-387-6592150 Stadium Court, Mankato
First Lutheran Church ELCA507-934-30601114 West Traverse Road, Mankato
First Presbyterian Church - Mankato 507-387-2160220 East Hickory, Mankato
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church & School LCMS507-388-43362101 Lor Tay Drive, Mankato
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The Holy Christian Church Mankato507-625-3989PO Box 184, Mankato
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Mankato507-388-5022937 Charles Avenue, Mankato
United Campus Ministry507-345-7806150 Stadium Court, Mankato
United Pentecostal Church507-388-1331119 State Street, Mankato
Word of Life Free Lutheran Church AFLC507-387-385720013 Stolzman Road, Mankato
Belgrade Avenue United Methodist Church507-625-3759325 Sherman, North Mankato
Crossview Covenant Church507-387-56062000 Howard Drive, North Mankato
Evangelical Free Church of Mankato507-345-7451354 Carol Court, North Mankato
Holy Rosary Catholic Church507-388-2017527 Grant Avenue, North Mankato
Jehovah's Witnesses507-388-5757420 Marie Lane, North Mankato
Jesus Assembly of God507-934-1468722 Sunrise Drive, St. Peter
Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd507-388-43362101 Lor Ray Drive, North Mankato
Messiah Lutheran Church, ELCA507-387-55371706 Lee Blvd., North Mankato
New Creation World Outreach Church 507-388-77711124 North River Drive, North Mankato
Peace Lutheran Church-ELC507-385-13862090 Commerce Drive, North Mankato
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St. Paul's Lutheran Church507-345-7049304 Monroe Avenue, North Mankato
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