

# Events & Things To Do In Mankato on 2nd May 2026

- **Subtitle**: Discover the best events and activities in Mankato on 2nd 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 2nd May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.

## Events in Mankato

- **Event Name**: Comedy Night W/ Skylar Bolks @ The Oleander Saloon!
  - **Description**: Comedy show with Skylar Bolks!
No Cover! 21+
Skyler Bolks is a towering presence, both on stage and in stature. Standing at 6'7", this former college athlete turned nationally touring comedian brings a unique perspective to everyday Midwestern life throug
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  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/mankato/comedy-night-w-skylar-bolks-the-oleander-saloon/200029874019430
  - **Venue**: 701 North Riverfront Drive, Mankato, MN
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  - **Categories**: comedy, entertainment, festivals
- **Event Name**: Annual Stache Bash
  - **Description**: Join us for the annual Stache Bash and kick off to patio season 😀  Grow out a stache or get a fake one and put on some Merica gear because we are having a party!!! Live Music with Nate Boots, The Murphy Brothers and The Rain Kings. There will also be The
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  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 11:00 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/mankato/annual-stache-bash/200029471571957
  - **Venue**: 232 Belgrade Ave, North Mankato, MN
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, parties, live-music, food-drinks
- **Event Name**: Dark Vibes of Minnesota: Beulah Rue and Waniyetu
  - **Description**: ... And the darkness creeps into your heart...

Beulah Rue, atmospheric ethereal rock from Mankato, formed in 2018, return to the stage for the first time in 2026.

Waniyetu are a Twin Cities-based Dakota/Ojibwe post-punk band, fronted by Neil McKay of Au
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  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 09:00 pm – Sat May 02 2026 at 11:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/mankato/dark-vibes-of-minnesota-beulah-rue-and-waniyetu/200029869841410
  - **Venue**: NaKato Bar &amp; Grill
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Bike Safety Clinic
  - **Description**: The Bike Safety Clinic is a fun, hands-on experience designed to help children develop the skills and knowledge they need to ride safely and confidently. Facilitated by local safety experts and cycling enthusiasts, this program promotes age-appropriate ro
  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat May 02 2026 at 01:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/mankato/bike-safety-clinic/200029882360509
  - **Venue**: 224 Lamm St, Mankato, MN, United States, Minnesota 56001
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  - **Categories**: trips-adventures, Sports, Kids
- **Event Name**: LIVE Antique - Estate Auction! Clocks, Stoneware, Antiques...
  - **Description**: 𝗟𝗜𝗩𝗘 𝗔𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝗔𝗡𝗞𝗔𝗧𝗢!! 𝘊𝘭𝘰𝘤𝘬𝘴, 𝘚𝘵𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘸𝘢𝘳𝘦, 𝘍𝘪𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘮𝘴, 𝘔𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘐𝘯𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘶𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴, 𝘈𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘲𝘶𝘦 𝘊𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦𝘴 &amp; 𝘮𝘶𝘤𝘩, 𝘮𝘶𝘤𝘩 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦...
This one-of-a-kind Auction is not one to miss!
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View Auction: https://mikemillerauctions.com/a
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  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 10:00 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/mankato/live-antique-estate-auction-clocks-stoneware-antiques/200029846958052
  - **Venue**: 24210 State Highway 22, Mankato, MN 56001-7556, United States
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- **Event Name**: High Roller Bingo is back at Mully's On Madison
  - **Description**: Save the date! High Roller Bingo is coming back! More information to come.
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  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 02:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/mankato/high-roller-bingo-is-back-at-mullys-on-madison/200029788690310
  - **Venue**: 1030 E Madison Ave, Mankato, MN, United States, Minnesota 56001
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  - **Categories**: bingo

## 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
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- **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
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Mankato?
  - **A:** Comedy Night W/ Skylar Bolks @ The Oleander Saloon! (Sat May 02 2026 at 08:00 pm at 701 North Riverfront Drive, Mankato, MN), Annual Stache Bash (Sat May 02 2026 at 11:00 am at 232 Belgrade Ave, North Mankato, MN), Dark Vibes of Minnesota: Beulah Rue and Waniyetu (Sat May 02 2026 at 09:00 pm at NaKato Bar &amp; Grill), Bike Safety Clinic (Sat May 02 2026 at 09:00 am at 224 Lamm St, Mankato, MN, United States, Minnesota 56001), LIVE Antique - Estate Auction! Clocks, Stoneware, Antiques... (Sat May 02 2026 at 10:00 am at 24210 State Highway 22, Mankato, MN 56001-7556, United States).
- **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 701 North Riverfront Drive, Mankato, MN, 232 Belgrade Ave, North Mankato, MN, NaKato Bar &amp; Grill.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Mankato?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Mankato include Oleander Saloon, Circle Inn Bar - North Mankato, Beulah Rue.
- **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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