Event Stories

Here are a few Greater Mankato Area event stories about what’s going on. There’s always something new happening!

St. Patricks Day - Mankato

The Weekend Spin With Stacy K – Saint Patrick’s Day Weekend!

Wondering what to do this St. Patrick's Day weekend? Stacy K has you covered!
Spring Crocus

The Weekend Spin with Stacy K – Just Over the Horizon

Mankato area musician and entrepreneur, Stacy K, reminds us that spring and summer are right around the corner!
Ice Rink - Mankato, MN

The Weekend Spin with Stacy K – Old Town Community Ice Rink

Mankato area musician, Stacy K, introduces the Old Town Community Ice Rink
Photo by Rick Pepper - 2012 Mankato Air Show - The Blue Angels flying in the Echelon formation

Looking Back and Looking Forward to Mankato’s 2019 Airshow!

Rick Pepper looks back at a few of the previous Air Shows hosted in Mankato to help us look forward the the 2019 show.
Ice Skates

The Weekend Spin With Stacy K – Minnesota Warm!

Mankato Area musician Stacy K offers some suggestions for your slightly chilly Minnesota weekend.
Turkish Stringed Instrument

Greg Herriges “Whirled Music” at MSU January 22nd

Cross-cultural musician, Greg Herriges and his band, StellaRoma, will be performing at the MSU Elias J. Halling Recital Hall on January 22nd at 7:30 pm.
Wine glasses

Stacy K’s Old Town Guide – Friday Night Awesomeness!

Stacy K offers suggestions for an awesome Friday night out in Mankato and North Mankato
Salt Room

Stacy K’s Old Town Guide – Alexa, Play Ocean Waves!

Stacy K offers some suggestions for staying warm on the Minnesota Tundra in January!
Art Gallery

OmniMatter Pop-Up Art Shows

Mankato artist, Abby Daleki dreamed up the idea for the OmniMatter Pop-Up show. The latest edition is on Sunday, January 13th at the Mankato Makerspace.
Photo by Gary Pettis - Dakota 38+2 Memorial riders arrive in Mankato on December 26th, 2017

Reconciliation on the River — Dakota 38+2 Riders to Arrive in Mankato

Gary Pettis offers insight into Mankato's history and the fortunate nature of the 2018 Dakota 38+2 Memorial Ride arriving in Mankato on December 26th