OMC Smokehouse
Upbeat eatery for elevated BBQ with a global twist, plus local craft brews & a patio with fire pits.
Mason Jar Kitchen
We serve breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week—and our famous brunch on weekends. Our eclectic menu includes made-from-scratch, stone-oven-baked pizzas, fresh seafood, steaks cut in house and much more.
Hope Breakfast Bar
Hope Breakfast Bar is here to start your day with optimism. From our historic space, to our fresh take on breakfast favorites, we are built on a foundation of the past with a focus on making the future of our community a better place.
Serving Breakfast Morning, Noon & Night
The Copper Cow
Burgers, brunch & elevated pub fare served with beer, cocktails & soda fountain drinks in hip digs.
Axel's Restaurant
This upscale classic style restaurant is located in the Historic Village of Mendota and features exceptionally high quality American cuisine served in a beautiful setting by an experienced, guest friendly staff. Axel’s River Grille is in the building of the former Parker House – a premiere restaurant which served the Twin Cities for over 60 years. Unbeatable Axel’s River Grille is the “flag ship” of the Axel’s Family of Restaurants and has set the standards of quality and service which has led our guests to return to all of our restaurants time and time again.
Pioneerland Band Festival Parade
Benson's Annual Pioneerland Band Festival features many Minnesota high school bands competing in a parade for prizes. Annually held on Flag Day!
Ole and Lena Days
Ole and Lena Days - A week of fun in the middle of winter! Activities run all week long and include lefse making, a medallion hunt, Scandinavian Feast, a Fireman's Dance, and much more!
Meander Art Crawl
Join us for the annual award-winning Meander Upper Minnesota River Art Crawl! As the name suggests, spend the weekend meandering from studio to studio throughout the region of Swift, Lac qui Parle, Yellow Medicine, Chippewa, and Big Stone counties. With over 40 local artists participating, there is bound to be something for everyone! As an added bonus, the Upper Minnesota River Valley will be bursting with beautiful fall colors to take in as you meander from studio to studio.
Kid Day
A celebration dedicated to the kids! The weekend is fun-filled with a parade, fire truck rides, swimming at the Benson Aquatic Center, a carnival, and more!
Hat Daze
A city festival that is perfect for the family on Father's Day weekend! Watch the parade, enjoy a community breakfast, and many more events for all ages!