Join us to kick off this season of Kiwanis Holiday Lights at the Kiwanis Holiday Lights Opening Night parade presented by Girl Scout Troops 34494 and 37938!
Opening Night Schedule
6 pm - Parade Begins
7 pm - Lighting Ceremony (approx.)
8 pm - Driving Traffic Opens
Tioga Recreation Area is a premier outdoor adventure destination on the Iron Range in Northern Minnesota. 500 wooded acres located on two of the region’s most unique lakes features 25 miles of world-class mountain biking, snowshoe trails, beaches, and access to hundreds of miles of waterways.
Covering 446 acres along the Mississippi River, Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park is one of the most popular destinations in Anoka County. Experiences in the park are available year-round featuring a visitor center, picnic pavilions, fishing and boating. The Mississippi River Regional Trail passes through the park which provides biking opportunities between the cities of Minneapolis and Ramsey.
According to Minnesota’s last census, there are 29,773 veteran-owned small businesses spread across the state. When thinking about how to thank former members of the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard and Marine Corps for their service, consider supporting the following local favorites.
One of the most beautiful and memorable ways to experience a winter night in Minnesota is to explore its scenic trails by candlelight. At the following special events, you can enjoy cross-country skiing, snowshoeing or hiking with trailside luminaries (candles or lanterns) lighting the way. On clear nights, a full moon and twinkling stars may shed even more light on your outdoor adventure.
You're invited to celebrate Halloween at Nickelodeon Boo-niverse®! Throughout the month of October, Nickelodeon Universe will transform into a spooky adventure full of Halloween frights. Watch a nightly Fright Lights show, boogie down during the Shock and Ride Halloween Dance Party, and watch live pumpkin carvings.
Finish up your Holiday Shopping here at the Mankato Makerspace. It will be your one-stop-shop for all gift-giving needs and don't forget to treat yourself as well. We will have over 20 talented creative vendors presenting their well-crafted items at the Mankato Makerspace 1700 3rd AveThe day will be filled with amazing talent from local craftsmen and women! Booths packed full of art and handmade items, well-crafted gifts. From wood cutting boards- stained glass- pottery- knitted items to and so more..... needless to say we have a little bit of everything!!!!
Join all your friends in Forks for a snow-filled day of fun with snowshoeing, sledding, iceskating, a cardboard sled race, horse-drawn sleigh rides and much more!
Cost: FREE event --> Complimentary equipment use is on a first come, first-served basis
Location: Lincoln Drive Park - 120 Euclid Avenue
It's time for another garage sale. Help the museum fund our operations and clear out our warehouse of excess inventory. There will be trains of nearly every scale, buildings, books and other items for sale at hobby show prices!
The sale will take place Saturday, March 7th from 10-5 & Sunday the 8th from 12-3 in our event space near the museum main entranc. No admission required, but while you are here considering visiting the museum!
