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Doing Things Downtown

Silo Art Project

Silo Art Project

Our latest public art initiative is our largest yet – literally and figuratively. Australian artist Guido van Helten will create a one of his larger-than-life murals on the Ardent Mills silos in City Center Mankato’s Old Town District, right in the heart of the downtown.
CityDesign Award Nominations

CityDesign Award Nominations

Nominate a project for a CityDesign Award. Projects completed within the past 6 years or are scheduled to be completed by November 12, 2019 qualify. Nominations are due September 16, 2019.
City Center Visitor Guide

City Center Visitor Guide

Beautiful art. Fantastic live music. Engaging history. Magical holiday lights. World class sports. Award winning parks. Delicious food and drink establishments. Learn about everything City Center Mankato has to offer.
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Farmer's Market

Every Thursday

The Farmers’ Market will be at the Food Hub in Old Town every Thursday.The Farmers’ Market will be at the Food Hub in Old Town every Thursday.

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Ribfest

at Riverfront Park

Ribbers travel across America to bring to Mankato’s RibFest nationwide flavor. Plus fabulous live music.

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Music in the Plaza

Featuring Colby Straka

Music in the Plaza, brought to you by Rounders, Blue Bricks, Pub 500 & The Underground provides live music in the heart of the downtown restaurant district. Enjoy a drink on the patio while listening to the best in blues, folk, bluegrass & rock.

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