Mankato events this week

Nov. 9 to 15, 2026

Things to do in Mankato this week and this weekend. For the full calendar, see Visit Mankato.

7 events

Thursday, Nov. 12

  • 7:30 p.m., through Sunday, Nov. 15

    Prisoner of Second Avenue

    Ted Paul Theatre, Earley Center for Performing Arts, Minnesota State University, Mankato, Mankato, MN 56001

    Minnesota State Mankato theatre stages Neil Simon's comedy about city life, marriage and modern stress, with a 2pm Sunday matinee.

    Arts and theaterEvent details

Friday, Nov. 13

  • 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

    Faith Belt Studios Shadow Puppet Shows

    Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota, 224 Lamm St, Mankato, MN 56001

    Short stories told through shadow puppetry in the museum's Community Room, with showtimes at 2pm and 3pm and popcorn.

    FamilyIncluded with museum admission or membershipEvent details

  • 9 a.m., through Saturday, Nov. 14

    BECHS 125th Anniversary Open House

    History Center, 424 Warren St, Mankato, MN 56001

    The Blue Earth County Historical Society marks 125 years with free museum admission, daily door prizes and a last look at the TOYS exhibit.

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Saturday, Nov. 14

  • 10 a.m. to noon

    Artist Reception: Bridges Exhibit

    History Center, 424 Warren St, Mankato, MN 56001

    Meet members of the Bend of the River Photography Club and see Bridges, their exhibit of local bridges through photographers' lenses.

    Arts and theaterFreeEvent details

  • 9 a.m. to noon

    Reindeer Romp

    Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota, 224 Lamm St, Mankato, MN 56001

    A family winter celebration with live reindeer, seasonal crafts, hot cocoa, a winter photo spot and a visit from the Snow Queen.

    HolidayIncluded with museum admission or membershipEvent details

  • noon to 4 p.m.

    Math Happens

    Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota, 224 Lamm St, Mankato, MN 56001

    Kids ages 2 and up explore mathematical thinking through puzzles, crafts and games.

    FamilyEvent details

Sunday, Nov. 15

  • 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

    Mankato Area International Festival

    Centennial Student Union, Minnesota State University, Mankato, 620 South Road, Mankato, MN 56001

    A one-day festival of food, music, dance and cultures of many nations; food is bought with festival tickets sold at the CSU.

    FestivalsEvent details

Every event here was checked on the organizer's or venue's own page. Plans change, so confirm times and tickets with the "Event details" link before you go. Updated every Monday.