

# Events & Things To Do In Mankato on 1st May 2026

- **Subtitle**: Discover the best events and activities in Mankato on 1st May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.
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## About

Discover the best events and activities in Mankato on 1st May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.

## Events in Mankato

- **Event Name**: Underworld Exhibit: ATONEMENT
  - **Description**: UNDERWORLD EXHIBIT: ATONEMENT
Friday, May 1
5–8 PM
Carnegie Art Center • Mecca Tattoo

This year, the Underworld Exhibit explores Atonement — a study in reckoning and renewal✨

This is a family-friendly event…The street will be closed for a May Day celebr
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  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 05:00 pm – Fri May 01 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/mankato/underworld-exhibit-atonement/200029772768810
  - **Venue**: 115 S Broad St, Mankato, MN
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  - **Categories**: art
- **Event Name**: Lionheart Gala
  - **Description**: Join us for an inspiring fundraiser with an evening celebrating the growth of our students!About this EventWelcome to the Lionheart Gala!Join us for an inspiring fundraiser with a
  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 05:45 pm – Fri May 01 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/mankato/lionheart-gala/100001980391046932
  - **Venue**: Mankato Christian Academy
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  - **Price**: USD 55 to 375
  - **Categories**: nonprofit
- **Event Name**: RoA at WOW!Zone
  - **Description**: Live Music
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 24
  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 06:00 pm – Fri May 01 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/mankato/roa-at-wowzone/200029350622027
  - **Venue**: WOW!Zone
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  - **Categories**: music, live-music, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Kids May Day Event
  - **Description**: Join us Friday, May 1 to make a kid May Day “Basket”
Each kid will get a pot to decorate and plant to take home as well as a packet of seeds of their choosing 

Event will be held rain or shine, but we hope for fresh air in time outside!

Event will be he
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 16
  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 02:00 pm – Fri May 01 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/mankato/kids-may-day-event/200029853592919
  - **Venue**: 23352 N Riverfront Dr, Mankato, MN
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  - **Categories**: kids
- **Event Name**: Mankato Shred Day
  - **Description**: Join Profinium Bank for a FREE Community Shred Day in Mankato!

Safely destroy sensitive paperwork with secure on-site shredding at the WOW! Zone parking lot.

✅ Event Guidelines

4 bag limit per vehicle

✔ Glossy paper accepted (not wax-coated)
✔ Cardsto
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    - Count: 4
  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 09:00 am – Fri May 01 2026 at 11:00 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/mankato/mankato-shred-day/200029756236506
  - **Venue**: WOW!Zone
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- **Event Name**: Bad Liquor Managment @ The Oleander Saloon!
  - **Description**: We're playing the Oleander Saloon agian! Stop by and check it out!!

Free Show!
21+ Event
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 40
  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/mankato/bad-liquor-managment-the-oleander-saloon/200029217836823
  - **Venue**: Oleander Saloon
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy8yNjgzMzA0ZGZhMTliMjQ1M2JiZmMyNzNmMzczZmJmNDM1MmI2MDRhZjM0ZTI1M2IwMTRlZWM2NmJmY2E2NjI4LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDQwMS1kYzQ2MmMyZi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3MjM1NDExNw.avif

## Trending Events in Mankato

- **Event Name**: Park Picnic: Couple Date Night (Self-Guided) -   Mankato Area!
  - **Description**: Pop-Up Picnic in the Park Couple Date Nights (Self-Guided) Watch sunset with fun digital activities over picnic!About this Eventhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lxgWuziXD5w  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/74fb2e7
  - **Venue**: Sibley Park - Recommended Park Venue or another park choice (YOU MUST USE PDF TICKETS EMAILED FOR EVENT- NO MOBILE APP OR QR CODES ACCEPTED)
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- **Event Name**: Nate Smith, Josh Ross, Brandon Wisham in Mankato
  - **Description**: 🎶 The Ultimate Nate Smith Experience LIVE at Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center—This Thursday, May 14, 2026! 🎶
It's that time of the year where everyone wants to have a musical breath! Your favorite, Nate Smith
  - **Venue**: Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center
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- **Event Name**: The Wallflowers at Mayo Clinic Health Systems Event Center
  - **Description**: ✨ Embark on an extraordinary journey at The Wallflowers at Mayo Clinic Health Systems Event Center, where every moment promises to be unforgettable! 🌟 Imagine of transforming Mayo Clinic Health Systems Event Center in th
  - **Venue**: Mayo Clinic Health Systems Event Center
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- **Event Name**: Brit Floyd
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Vetter Stone Amphitheater
🏠 Address: 310 West Rock Street, Mankato, MN 56001
🌆 City: Mankato
📍 Location: 44.17, -94✨ Discover the extraordinary at Brit Floyd, where magic meets reality in ways you've never imagined! 🏛️ Set in
  - **Venue**: Vetter Stone Amphitheater
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/8242ed40-e431-11f0-820b-e5e04fbe28e9-rimg-w1200-h675-dc010402-gmir.webp?v=1766956174
- **Event Name**: Easter Services at Hosanna
  - **Description**: We can't wait to experience Easter at Hosanna with you! We have 4 service options this year, so whenever you choose to worship,  there's a place for you and your friends and family.
 
Easter Saturday, April 4th
5:00pm (regular service this year!)
 
Easter
  - **Venue**: 105 Hosanna Dr, Mankato, MN, United States, Minnesota 56001
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- **Event Name**: 54th Annual Traditional Mahkato Wacipi
  - **Description**: 54th Annual Traditional Mahkato Wacipi
Honoring the 38 Dakota
Date: September 18-20, 2026
Location: Dakota Wokisuye Makoce (Land of Memories Park), Mankato, MN
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Grand Entries:
- Friday at 7:00 PM
- Saturday at 1:00 PM and 7:00 PM
- Sunday at 1:00 PM

Spi
  - **Venue**: Land of Memories Park
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- **Event Name**: Southern Minnesota Regional Science & Engineering Elementary Fair
  - **Description**: We are thrilled to announce that the Southern Minnesota Science and Engineering Fair is back for its 75th year! 

Our Elementary Science &amp; Engineering Fair is open to students in grades 3-6, and last year, our Elementary Fair hosted over 400 projects
  - **Venue**: Minnesota State University, Mankato - Myers Field House
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- **Event Name**: Nate Smith with Josh Ross
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center
🏠 Address: 1 Civic Center Plaza, Mankato, MN 56001
🌆 City: Mankato
📍 Location: 44.1663, -94.0045🌟 Be part of history at Nate Smith with Josh Ross, an extraordinary gathering that will capti
  - **Venue**: Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center
- **Event Name**: HUNKS The Show at Kato Ballroom (Mankato, MN) 05/09/26
  - **Description**: Don’t Miss the Ultimate Girls’ Night Out! Grab Your Tickets Now for a Night Full of Fun, Excitement, and Unforgettable Memories. On Sale NowAbout this EventHUNKS The Show at Kato Ballroom (Mankato, MN) 05/09/26
  - **Venue**: Kato Ballroom
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/9892a654623fa6cdeae697c22da0405837e15737ebfd0ef7a6ae10f14097d55a-rimg-w1200-h628-dc040203-gmir.jpg?v=1765605686

## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Mankato?
  - **A:** Underworld Exhibit: ATONEMENT (Fri May 01 2026 at 05:00 pm at 115 S Broad St, Mankato, MN), Lionheart Gala (Fri May 01 2026 at 05:45 pm at Mankato Christian Academy), RoA at WOW!Zone (Fri May 01 2026 at 06:00 pm at WOW!Zone), Kids May Day Event (Fri May 01 2026 at 02:00 pm at 23352 N Riverfront Dr, Mankato, MN), Mankato Shred Day (Fri May 01 2026 at 09:00 am at WOW!Zone).
- **Q**: How can I find events in Mankato?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Mankato on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Mankato?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for events in Mankato?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Mankato include 115 S Broad St, Mankato, MN, Mankato Christian Academy, WOW!Zone.
- **Q**: What is the price range for events in Mankato?
  - **A:** Prices for events in Mankato range from USD 55 to USD 375. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Mankato?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Mankato include Mecca Tattoo, Mankato Christian Academy, Rock of Ages MN.
- **Q**: Are there any online events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new events in Mankato?
  - **A:** Follow the  category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new events are listed in Mankato.

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