Things to Do in Janesville, MN: Events Today & This Weekend

Janesville is in Waseca County, part of the Southern Minnesota region of Minnesota, with a population of about 2,468. This page gathers everything Minnesota Headquarters lists within about 12 miles of Janesville: 4 upcoming events, 8 attractions, 5 trails, 9 campgrounds and 30 places to eat. Counts and dates update automatically as listings change.

Coming up near Janesville: Halloween Farmers Market at Farmamerica (Oct 31, Waseca), Waseca American Legion Spookeasy 2026 (Oct 31, Waseca) and Halloween Bash @ The Mill (Oct 31, Waseca). The full list, with free and family-friendly picks marked, is further down the page.

Places to see include Le Sueur County Museum, Duck Lake County Park Access, Waseca County Historical Society Museum and Janesville Community Gardens. For a walk or a hike, the closest trails listed are Big Woods Loop · Sakatah Lake State Park, Sumac Trail · Sakatah Lake State Park and Oak Tree Trail · Sakatah Lake State Park. Campers have Sakatah Lake State Park Campground and Sportsman's Campground nearby.

Local spots to eat on the list include Lolli Pops Café & Bakery, The Purple Goose and Scoops. Nearby towns to pair with a visit: Eagle Lake (9 mi), Waterville (10 mi), Waseca (11 mi) and Mankato (14 mi).

Every listing links to its own page with details, a map and the official website where we have one. Seasons, hours and prices change, so check the organizer or the venue before you go, and tell us if something is out of date.