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City Center Convention Campus

City Center | Mankato, MN

The City Center Convention Campus has everything you need for a successful and enjoyable event. From ideal accommodations to exciting entertainment and nightlife, the convenience and atmosphere of the City Center Convention Campus make any gathering special and memorable.

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Verizon Wireless Center Mankato


Verizon Wireless Center

One Civic Center Plaza | Mankato, MN 56001
Ph: 507.389.3000 • Fx: 507.389.3004 | www.verizonwirelesscentermn.com

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The Verizon Wireless Center is one of the Midwest’s premier centers for conventions, meetings, banquets and entertainment. The facility is ideal for groups of any size with a 6,500 seat arena, Banquet/Exhibit Hall, conference rooms and the historic Reception Hall.

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Hilton Garden Inn

20 Civic Center Plaza | Mankato, MN 56001
Ph: 507.344.1111 . Fx: 507.344.2129 | www.mankatodowntown.stayhgi.com

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The Hilton Garden Inn is located off of Highway 169 on the corner of Hickory Street and Riverfront Drive, and directly across from the Minnesota River in the heart of City Center and the Entertainment district. The building is conveniently connected via indoor skyway to the Verizon Wireless Center.

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City Center Hotel Mankato

Mankato City Center Hotel (formerly the Holiday Inn Downtown)

101 East Main Street | Mankato, MN 56001
Ph: 507.345.1234 . Fx: 507.345.1248 | www.mankatomnhotel.com

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The City Center Hotel is locally owned and operated. The Hotel is connected via skyway to the City Center Convention Campus, which includes the Verizon Wireless Center. The Hotel has 151 rooms with a full service restaurant, lounge, indoor swimming pool, sauna, whirlpool and covered parking.

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Americinn Conference Center


AmericInn Hotel & Conference Center

240 Stadium Road | Mankato, MN 56001
Ph: 507.345.8011 • 800.634.3444 • Fx: 507.345.8463 | www.AmericInnMankato.com

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AmericInn is conveniently located within walking distance to Minnesota State University, Mankato, University Square Mall, and just 2.2 miles from the Verizon Wireless Center. Featuring 80 guest rooms including 16 suites, guests will also enjoy free high-speed wireless internet, fax/copy service, basic expanded cable with free HBO, free local calls, and free parking. Each room is complete with a Flat Screen TV, fridge, microwave and coffee maker.

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Country Inn & Suites by Carlson

1900 Premier Drive | Mankato, MN 56001
Ph: 507.388.3646 • Fx: 507.388.0780 | www.countryinns.com/mankatomn

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Country Inn & Suites by Carlson features 101 spacious guest rooms plus extended stay that include in-room High-Speed Internet, coffee makers, hair-dryers, iron and ironing boards. An indoor pool and whirlpool are available to relax and unwind. Deluxe Continental Breakfast is complimentary to all of the guests and TGI Friday’s restaurant is conveniently attached to the hotel.

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Courtyard by Marriott  

Courtyard by Marriott Hotel & Event Center

901 Raintree Road Mankato MN 56001

Ph: 507.995.5959  | CourtyardMankato.com

Courtyard by Marriott Hotel & Event Center will feature 93 guest rooms and 6,900 square feet of flexible meeting space to accommodate groups of 400+ people including a private outdoor courtyard for seasonal functions of up to 350+ people including lounge seating and fire pit.  The hotel is situated in the River Hills Mall Complex, with all rooms offering a flat screen TV with HDTV, indoor pool, whirlpool, on-site restaurant and bar, FREE high speed wireless internet access.  The hotel opened in October 2012 and is Minnesota’s 1st LEED/Green Hotel. 

Best Western Plus Conference Space  

Best Western Plus Hotel and Restaurant

1111 Range St | North Mankato, MN 56003

Ph: 507.625.9333 Fx: 507.386.4592 | www.bwmankato.com

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The BEST WESTERN PLUS Hotel and Restaurant is a locally owned full-service hotel in nearby North Mankato. With 145 guest rooms, convention space for up to 500, 10,000 sq. ft. poolside area, onsite restaurant and lounge, and ample free parking, the BEST WESTERN PLUS is equipped to meet the needs of your next group event. 

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Bethany Lutheran Campus


Bethany Lutheran College

700 Luther Drive | Mankato, MN 56001 
Ph: 507.344.7314 • Fx: 507.344.7417 | www.blc.edu

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The Bethany Lutheran College campus is situated atop the Minnesota River Valley overlooking the heart of Mankato. Virtually all buildings are new or remodeled since 1990. The campus is located just minutes from hundreds of hotel rooms, the downtown business district and the hilltop shopping area.

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Centennial Student Union

Minnesota State University, Mankato

Minnesota State University, Mankato | 246 Centennial Student Union | Mankato, MN 56001
Ph: 507.389.2223 • Fx: 507.389.5363 | www.mnsu.edu

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Centennial Student Union is the hub of activity at Minnesota State University, Mankato, providing a broad variety of meeting spaces, exhibit areas and services. Interior walkways link the union with academic buildings and athletic facilities. The newly expanded Memorial Library faces a beautiful fountain from the 1967 New York World's Fair, which serves as the social and focal center of the campus.

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Conference Center at South Central College


South Central College

North Mankato Campus Conference Center

1920 Lee Boulevard | North Mankato, MN 56003
Ph: 507.389.7370 • Fx: 507.388.9951| www.southcentral.edu

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South Central College, located in beautiful upper North Mankato, has added a state-of-the-art conference center for meetings, conventions and teleconferences. The John A. Votca Conference Center has the capacity for accommodating up to 400 guests. Meeting areas and conference facilities are within easy reach of delicious catered meals.

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Rasmussen College

130 Saint Andrews Drive | Mankato, MN 56001
Ph: 507.625.6556 • Fx: 507.625.6557 | www.rasmussen.edu

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Meeting space is available to groups and organizations at Rasmussen College. Availability varies based on student class schedules.

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Mankato Golf Club


Mankato Golf Club

PO Box 3122 | Mankato, MN 56001
Ph: 507.387.5676 • Fx: 507.387.4991

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The recently remodeled Mankato Golf Club makes a beautiful place to hold meetings. From the main dining room to the private Grill Room overlooking the pool, over 1800 square feet of meeting space will accommodate any event. The Mankato Golf Club serves up to 250 people. Spaces available include indoor dining areas as well as an outdoor deck overlooking the pool.

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North Links Golf Course


North Links Golf Course

41553 520th Street | North Mankato, MN 56003
Ph: 507.947.3355 • Fx: 507.947.3031

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Located just minutes away from the North Mankato area, North Links Golf Course is the area’s most complete public golf facility. The banquet facility overlooks a beautiful 18-hole golf course. The clubhouse seats up to 225 people in a reception format. Additional seating is available on the large deck and patio, which offers endless possibilities for banquets, meetings and receptions.

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Old Main Village


Old Main Village

507 South Fifth Street| Mankato, MN 56001
Ph: 507.388.1480 . Fx: 507.388.5991 | www.oldmainvillage.com

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Listed on the National Registry of Historic Sites, the former lower campus of Minnesota State University has been renovated into the charming Old Main Village Retirement Community. In the heart of downtown Mankato, Old Main Village is a unique and beautiful location for a special event. The elegant dining rooms and Club Room are available to meet the needs of any group. Tours of the facility are arranged by request.

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Snell Motors

1900 Madision Avenue | Mankato, MN 56001
Ph: 507.304.6746 . Fx: 507.388.5427 | www.snellmotors.com

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Snell Motors hosts a Community Room that is available free of charge for non-profit and civic organizations. The room can seat about 50 people and has a projector, AV hookups, whiteboards, tables and extra chairs. There is flexibility for arranging the room to your organization’s meeting needs. Please contact the Snell Motors office to check schedule availability and book a meeting time for your group.

In addition, the Snell Motors indoor showroom can be used for larger events at the dealership’s discretion. This is reserved for non-profit events and gatherings that Snell Motors supports through a partnership or sponsorship, as it requires shutting down business to utilize the full space. To inquire more about these opportunities or possible partnerships, please contact Sue Reinitz at 507.304.6746 or sreinitz@snellmotors.com

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Kato Entertainment Center

Kato Entertainment Center

200 Chestnut Street | Mankato, MN 56001
Ph: 507.625.7553

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The Kato Entertainment Center is a historic ballroom conveniently located one mile north of downtown Mankato. The beauty of the 50's style neon lit facility will charm all any guest. The Kato Entertainment Center specializes in hosting groups of all sizes for banquets, dancing, meetings and other festive events.

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National Guard Armory

Mankato Area National Guard Training & Community Center

100 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive | Mankato, MN 56001
Ph: 507.389.6219

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The Mankato Area Army National Guard Training and Community Center is located in the “hilltop area” with lots of shopping, lodging and dining options nearby. The new state-of-the-art building has ample parking, and is only a few blocks from the junction of Hwy 22 & Hwy 14.

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Blue Earth County Library

100 East Main Street| Mankato, MN 56001
Ph: 507.304.4002 | website

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The Blue Earth County Library, located directly across the street from the Mankato City Center Hotel, provides a low cost option for day meetings. 

The library has an auditorium space (capacity of 100 theater style, 60 in classroom set up) and a conference room (23 capacity).  Rooms can be booked 6 months in advance. Contact the library for more information.