# Dance Events | List Of All Upcoming Dance Events In Mankato

- **Subtitle**: Explore all upcoming dance events in Mankato, find information & tickets for upcoming dance events happening in Mankato.
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Explore all upcoming dance events in Mankato, find information & tickets for upcoming dance events happening in Mankato.

## Events in Mankato

- **Event Name**: Dessa in Mankato
  - **Description**: 🎶 Get Ready for Dessa Live at TBA on Thursday, April 16, 2026! 🎶
This is not just a concert—it's a moment you'll talk about for years. Dessa is set to light up TBA with their unforgettable sound on Thursday, April 1
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  - **Date**: Thu Apr 16 2026 at 07:00 pm – Thu Apr 16 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/mankato/dessa-in-mankato/3300029761222845
  - **Venue**: Mankato, MN, United States
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  - **Categories**: Concerts, Music, Entertainment
- **Event Name**: 2026 Art Brunch Fundraiser: Art Deco
  - **Description**: It's a gas! You’re invited to the arty party you definitely don’t want to miss... the Carnegie’s annual brunch fundraiser! You’ll enjoy thrilling live music and dance numbers, fun flapper fashion, the iconic Art Deco style, and the joy of supporting your
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  - **Date**: Sat Apr 25 2026 at 10:00 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/mankato/2026-art-brunch-fundraiser-art-deco/200029624470939
  - **Venue**: 120 South Broad Street, Mankato, MN, United States, Minnesota 56001
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  - **Categories**: art, nonprofit, music, brunch, entertainment, live-music, calendar
- **Event Name**: WOW Zone!
  - **Description**: 🎶 Live Music & Dancing at WOW! 🎶
Kris and the Riverbend Dutchmen – Live at WOW! Zone

Get ready for an unforgettable Friday night of music, dancing, and fun as Kris and the Riverbend Dutchmen bring their high-energy sound to the WOW! Zone Family Enter
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  - **Date**: Fri May 15 2026 at 06:00 pm – Fri May 15 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/mankato/wow-zone/200029800732035
  - **Venue**: WOW!Zone
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, live-music, dance
- **Event Name**: Live at the Carnegie: Leyna Marika Papach & Dameun Maurice Strange
  - **Description**: Live at the Carnegie presents two remarkable composers/performers: Leyna Marika Papach, Dameun Maurice Strange, and their joint electroacoustic band Waves. Saturday, April 18, 6:30pm doors, 7pm artist talk with performances to follow.

Leyna Marika Papach
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    - Count: 34
  - **Date**: Sat Apr 18 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/mankato/live-at-the-carnegie-leyna-marika-papach-and-dameun-maurice-strange/200029897441005
  - **Venue**: 120 South Broad Street, Mankato, MN, United States, Minnesota 56001
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  - **Categories**: art, entertainment, music, performances, literary-art, business, fine-arts, theatre, nonprofit
- **Event Name**: Open Decks Night
  - **Description**: Pick your sqaud’s MVP DJ and roll in deep.  21+ Event

Drink specials
Late Night Food - Wings, pizzas, and bar bites fueling every set.

LINEUP - TBD 

— OPEN DECKS INFO —
8 DJ Slots - 25 minute sets | 10:00pm - 2:00am
Open Format - House - Bass - Hip Hop
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  - **Date**: Sat Apr 25 2026 at 09:00 am – Sun Apr 26 2026 at 02:00 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/mankato/open-decks-night/200029902154033
  - **Venue**: 12 Civic Center Plaza Suite 1710, Mankato, MN
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  - **Categories**: dance, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Riverbend Dutchmen
  - **Description**: This award winning band from Mankato, MN is known for their lively mix of Dutchman style polkas, waltzes and classic dance favorites. Recently, they won the trophy for Best Feature Documentary at the New York Film and Cinematography Awards in 2026 for the
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 4
  - **Date**: Sat Jun 13 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sat Jun 13 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/mankato/riverbend-dutchmen/200029910735339
  - **Venue**: 708 North Riverfront Drive, Mankato, MN
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  - **Categories**: entertainment, music, dance

## Trending Events in Mankato

- **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**: 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**: The Wallflowers at Mayo Clinic Health Systems Event Center
  - **Description**: 🎉 Welcome to The Wallflowers at Mayo Clinic Health Systems Event Center, where dreams come alive and possibilities are endless! 🏛️ Join us at Mayo Clinic Health Systems Event Center in the heart of Mankato
  - **Venue**: Mayo Clinic Health Systems Event Center
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- **Event Name**: MOTHER'S DAY BUFFET
  - **Description**: Mother's Day Buffet at WOW! Zone is back and it's stacked 👇

📅 Sunday, May 10
⏰ 10:00AM – 1:30PM

We're talking:
• Breakfast + lunch favorites all in one place
• Pastas, comfort food, desserts… the whole deal
• Something for literally everyone (even the p
  - **Venue**: 2030 Adams St, Mankato, MN, United States, Minnesota 56001
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- **Event Name**: Beer, Brats & Bourbon - 2026
  - **Description**: 10th Annual Beer, Brats & Bourbon official landing announcement… 

Wheels up, we’re taking BBB festivities to the Mankato Regional Airport and bringing some big hangar energy to our tenth anniversary of the event! 

Save the Date for Beer, Brats &
  - **Venue**: Mankato Regional Airport
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- **Event Name**: Shop Small at the Mall - Craft & Vendor Event
  - **Description**: Shop Small at the Mall hosted by Midwest Makers Mercantile & Kato Promotions! Midwest Makers Mercantile is located near Target and will be the hub for these exciting events! This event highlights
  - **Venue**: River Hills Mall
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69a8864103a68.jpg
- **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 & 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**: 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**: 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

## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Mankato?
  - **A:** Dessa in Mankato (Thu Apr 16 2026 at 07:00 pm at Mankato, MN, United States), 2026 Art Brunch Fundraiser: Art Deco (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 10:00 am at 120 South Broad Street, Mankato, MN, United States, Minnesota 56001), WOW Zone! (Fri May 15 2026 at 06:00 pm at WOW!Zone), Live at the Carnegie: Leyna Marika Papach & Dameun Maurice Strange (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 07:00 pm at 120 South Broad Street, Mankato, MN, United States, Minnesota 56001), Open Decks Night (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 09:00 am at 12 Civic Center Plaza Suite 1710, Mankato, MN).
- **Q**: What events are happening in Mankato in April 2026?
  - **A:** Dessa in Mankato (Thu Apr 16 2026 at 07:00 pm at Mankato, MN, United States), 2026 Art Brunch Fundraiser: Art Deco (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 10:00 am at 120 South Broad Street, Mankato, MN, United States, Minnesota 56001), Live at the Carnegie: Leyna Marika Papach & Dameun Maurice Strange (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 07:00 pm at 120 South Broad Street, Mankato, MN, United States, Minnesota 56001), Open Decks Night (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 09:00 am at 12 Civic Center Plaza Suite 1710, Mankato, MN).
- **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 Mankato, MN, United States, 120 South Broad Street, Mankato, MN, United States, Minnesota 56001, WOW!Zone.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Mankato?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Mankato include Beat Curator, Carnegie Art Center, Kris and the Riverbend Dutchmen (www.RiverbendDutchmen.com).
- **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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