Happiness

It’s in our DNA.

IT’S OUR WAY OF LIVING—LETTIN’ OUR HAPPY SHOW.

North Mankato is a Darn Nice Area and we’re proud of it. Whether you’re a visitor or resident, you’ll find our city is fun, welcoming and a great place to do business.

You’ll discover our DNA everywhere you turn. From our parks and trails to the neighborhoods and business districts, it’s all here for you to enjoy. Happiness, kindness, success, progress, fun, beauty and togetherness is what we’re made of.

JOIN US AND LET YOUR HAPPY SHOW.

VISIT NORTH MANKATO

Fun is in our DNA!

LIVE IN NORTH MANKATO

Happy. It’s how we live!

EAT, SHOP, STAY

You’ll find it all in our Darn Nice Area!

Events IN NORTH MANKATO

Adventures all year long!

Upcoming Events

PARTY ON THE PRAIRIE

Saturday, October 7th: 2:00- 6:00 p.m.
Benson Park (off of Timm Rd.)
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Join us in Benson Park for a free community fall festival! The event will feature a corn pit, scarecrow walk, face painting, bounce house, hayrides, fall food & drinks, and more. Bring your lawn chair or a blanket and enjoy live music from the Jolly Pops, Murphy Bros, and Stacy K.

CULTURE & RECREATION PROGRAMMING

Click here for information on Adult/ Senior Fitness Programs, Certification Class offerings, and other recreational programming!

Celebration of Harvest

Monday, October 9th: 3:00- 6:00 p.m.
South Central College (1920 Lee Blvd.)
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Visit the North Mankato Farmers’ Market for a Celebration of Harvest! Along with visiting your local vendors, enjoy live music from Ethan Becker, food from DonutNV and Tommy’s Tacos, face painting, pumpkin painting, games, scarecrows, market bingo and the North Mankato Taylor Library Bookmobile.

A DARN NICE AREA!