Royal Canadian International Circus

The Royal Canadian International Circus returns to Mall of America for 19 exciting shows under the incredible European Big Top! This year’s circus will be better than ever. It’s jam-packed with explosive live entertainment featuring acts that will mesmerize, amaze, and astound you! The Royal Canadian International Circus 2025 will unveil generations of circus families from all over the world that go back 10 generations.

Fire & Ice

Fire & Ice is Greater Mankato Area United Way’s signature black-tie gala and largest fundraising event held each December to raise essential support for United Way’s programs focused on health, education and basic needs in our four-county area.

Bob Bennett in Concert

Critically acclaimed singer/songwriter, finger picking-style guitarist & recording artist Bob Bennett is returning to the Music Factory!

RibFest

Get ready for Mankato’s Tastiest Music Festival this summer with iconic performers and mouthwatering BBQ from award-winning ribbers all over the US.
Ribbers travel across America to bring to Mankato’s RibFest nationwide flavor. The ribs will be judged under three different categories; Best Ribs, Best Pulled-Pork, and KEYC News 12’s People’s Choice. Experience the great taste of ribs and other wonderful foods where you can be the judge!

SkaterApolis

Minnesota's first indoor skate park. 

SkaterApolis is an indoor skate, bike, and rollerskate park located in Burnsville Center, offering open skate, lessons, camps, and clinics. 

Red Oak Park Disc Golf

Open, rolling hill course with elevation changes on each hole and sumac traps. Dual tees and pin placements for each hole; Set up to play as 20 holes. 2008 redesign.

Cirque Du Crave

This event is a culinary competition like no other, featuring some of the best & brightest chefs in Southern MN. You will taste food pack-tastic culinary creations from local chefs. The fundraiser features creative cuisine, dazzling cocktails, and thrilling entertainment featuring The Danger Committee.

Proceeds from Crave provide critical funding to FOCP to support over 1,000 area youth as they start the new school year.

6 Things to Do in Warroad

Having already earned its “Hockeytown USA” rep due to its deep connection to pro, Olympic and collegiate players, Warroad recently elevated its profile even further by plowing the country’s longest skate path along its winding river.