City of Mankato - Learn the history of the Mankato area, look up entertainment information, and see what's coming up at the Alltel Center (on the right-hand side of the page.)

Greater Mankato - If you're new to the area, select the gold visitors link in the middle of the page.  This will direct you to restaurants, places to shop, attractions (ballet, theatre, symphony, etc.), annual events, and the outdoor recreation link will lead you to trails, parks and lakes in the area.

Mankato Search - Use this custom search engine to locate things to do in Mankato!

Movable Mankato Map - Not sure which way to go from campus?  Check out this Google map and search your way to your destination!

Twin Rivers Center for the Arts - is "a nonprofit organization that advocates for the arts; connects people to arts and culture; and creates partnerships between the business, cultural, and academic communities - all to ensure that the arts thrive in Greater Mankato."

Mankato by Activity:

Bowling:

•  Dutler's (as the locals call it, and they have karaoke nights....if you're interested!)
•  WOW! Zone   The WOW! Zone has more than just bowling!  You can play in the arcade, a round of mini golf, or even laser tag!  They also serve food in case you work up an appetite with all of that playing!  It also appears that they either have or will have a college discount.  Be sure to take your id!

Golf Courses:

Minneopa

North Links

Terrace View

Miniature Golf:

• Grand Champion Mini Golf - There are also batting cages and a driving range!

Movie Theaters:

• Carmike Cinemas 
• Cinemark River Hills Movies 8 
• Maverick 4 Theatres - all seats are $3.00!

Shopping:

• Kohl's
• Mankato Heights Plaza - Famous Footwear, Old Navy, TJ Maxx, Pier 1  Hwy 22 by Kohl's and across from Wal-Mart
• River Hills Mall

Skiing:

• Mount Kato