- The list below includes 22 free or cheap things to do in or near Mankato, Minnesota, including 39 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Parks, Hiking Trails and Bowling.
- From Red Jacket Trail to Minneopa State Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Mankato and in nearby cities within 25 miles like New Ulm, Ely and North Mankato.
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100 S College Street, Northfield, MN 55057
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Carleton College Cowling Arboretum or 'arb' are acres of land next to Carleton College. It is divided into upper and lower arb. The upper arb which is closer to the campus and Northfield residents has trials for bike use, while the lower arb has primary conservation and educational importance.
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From two story slides to arcade games, Playworks is an indoor playground with a variety of entertainment options. A favorite among the children is a musical floor game where different colors light up as they dance.
46.5 Miles
A space of quiet meditation and contemplation on the Carleton College Campus, Joryo-en Japanese Garden welcomes visitors. A combination of lichen-covered rocks, carefully-placed bushes, and intentional landscaping, the garden embodies the principles of Zen.
46.8 Miles
At the Ponds Athletic Complex, athletes can enjoy a variety of open, well-maintained fields. Visitors can play football, soccer, and youth baseball and softball, as well as use the regulation baseball field.
46.8 Miles
Organizing daily activities, Albert Lea Senior Center offers fitness, social, and entertainment programs for seniors in the community. The center has a lounge filled with puzzles, snacks, books, and computers.
47.2 Miles
An educational outdoor activity for the entire family, Fur-Ever Wild Wolves & Woods is home to a variety of both wildlife and non-wildlife animals. Guests can visit with the residents while also learning about them. Some animals living there include wolves, cougars, prairies, goats and chickens.
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Visitors to Fur-Ever Wild can learn and observe up close North American fur-bearing wildlife such as foxes, bobcats, wolves and cougars. This working agricultural farm offers self-guided walking tours as well as accommodations for groups.
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Open throughout the year, Cleary Lake Regional Park offers activities for both the warm and cold months. Visitors can enjoy swimming, boating, golfing, and hiking in addition to snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, and dog sledding.
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Triple Play Sports has laser tag, miniature golf, batting cages, inflatable bouncers, a gym with basketball hoops, an arcade and a concessions area. For adults there is a seating area with a large TV, Wi-Fi and magazines.
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Visitors can view the crafts and artworks from a variety of local artists at the Albert Lea Art Center. The art gallery features jewelry, pottery, paintings, and cards in addition to art supplies.