CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, MANKATO
THURSDAYS IN JUNE | 11 AM - 1 PM
JUNE 4, 11, 18, 25
Join us for the 23rd annual Songs on the Lawn, a popular summer concert series featuring music, entertainment, and local food! The event will take place every Thursday in June from 11 am to 1 pm at Civic Center Plaza in downtown Mankato.
Songs on the Lawn, organized by Greater Mankato Growth–your local chamber of commerce–is an opportunity for business leaders, co-workers, friends, and families from all around the region to gather in the City Center and enjoy live music. Lunch and snacks from local vendors are available for purchase.
The event is free to attend and parking is available in nearby ramps.
2026 BAND LINEUP
June 4: Everett Smithson Band (American roots, zydeco, blues)
June 11: Murphy Brothers (blues, Americana, classic rock)
June 18: Fattenin’ Frogs (roots, folk, blues, rock)
June 25: The Federales (country, rock)
June 11: Murphy Brothers (blues, Americana, classic rock)
June 18: Fattenin’ Frogs (roots, folk, blues, rock)
June 25: The Federales (country, rock)
2026 Food Vendors
ATOM Hospitality, Beans Coffee Company, Frozen Yogurt Creations, Massad’s Group, Pub 500, The Loose Moose Saloon & Conference Center, and Wooden Spoon
ATOM Hospitality, Beans Coffee Company, Frozen Yogurt Creations, Massad’s Group, Pub 500, The Loose Moose Saloon & Conference Center, and Wooden Spoon
Activities for Kids
Children’s Museum of Southern Minnesota
Children’s Museum of Southern Minnesota







