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

North Mankato is in Nicollet County, part of the Southern Minnesota region of Minnesota, with a population of about 14,091. This page gathers everything Minnesota Headquarters lists within about 12 miles of North Mankato: 24 upcoming events, 34 attractions, 13 trails, 12 campgrounds and 155 places to eat. Counts and dates update automatically as listings change.

Coming up near North Mankato: Minnesota State Mavericks Men's Hockey vs. Lake Superior State (Oct 30, Mankato), Saint Peter Halloween 5K (Oct 31, St. Peter) and Old Town Mankato Day of the Dead 2026 (Oct 31, Mankato). The full list, with free and family-friendly picks marked, is further down the page.

Places to see include Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota, Hubbard House, Blue Earth County Historical Society and Minneopa Falls. For a walk or a hike, the closest trails listed are Rex Macbeth River Trail, Minnesota River Trail and Minneapa Creek Trail. Campers have Land of Memories Campground and Minneopa State Park Campground nearby.

Local spots to eat on the list include Dino's Pizzeria, LocAle Brewing Company and Number 4. Nearby towns to pair with a visit: Mankato (3 mi), Eagle Lake (8 mi), Lake Crystal (10 mi) and St. Peter (11 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 Seasons, hours and prices change, so check the organizer or the venue before you go, and tell us if something is out of date.