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Kiwanis Holiday Lights in Mankato

Published November 11, 2024 | Updated November 28, 2024 | by Laura | Leave a Comment

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Kiwanis Holiday Lights in Mankato features 2 million LED lights plus lots more holiday fun in this free event in Sibley Park.

Kiwanis Holiday Lights Mankato

If you live in south central Minnesota or are up for taking a road trip from elsewhere, Kiwanis Holiday Lights in Mankato should definitely be on your list of holiday excursions! This is the 12th year for this event. It takes place at Sibley Park.

The event runs nightly from November 29 through December 31, 5 – 9 pm Sundays through Thursdays and 5 – 10 pm Fridays and Saturdays.

A festive display of colorful holiday lights in the shapes of penguins and a snowman with a fishing rod. The figures are illuminated against a backdrop of trees adorned with blue lights, reflected in a partially frozen pond surrounded by snow and rocks.

They have special events and attractions planned for nearly every night, and it’s all FREE!

They do accept cash and nonperishable food donations. You are able to drive through the park or walk.

Mankato Kiwanis Holiday Light Display

My brother has been volunteering at this event since the start and it is really something! We previously drove through it after Christmas (December 28, to be exact) and the initial hubbub had died down by that point so we were able to take our time and not have to wait in line. Another tip is to visit during the week or go earlier in the evening to avoid the larger crowds.

This celebration of holiday lights for the Greater Mankato area and region builds on past traditions and promotes the communities we serve, while raising non-perishable food donations for those in need. (Last year they collected 11 tons of food!)

A group of people stand smiling in front of colorful holiday lights shaped like trees at night. The scene features vibrant blues, reds, and greens, with candy cane decorations lining the path.

Admission is free for all vehicles and walkers. Food and cash donations are accepted and appreciated. *Please note we only collect cash and food donations within the lights display area in Sibley Park. No other organizations or individuals have been approved to collect donations on behalf of Kiwanis Holiday Lights.

Attractions include a display of over 2 million LED lights, animated lights, skating rink and warming house, horse-drawn wagon rides, Santa Claus, live reindeer, ice sculpting and more! Be sure to check out our Events page to learn what each day includes.

For more Christmas lights, see our BIG list of Minnesota Holiday Light Shows!

HOLIDAY LIGHTS IN MINNESOTA

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Originally from southern Minnesota, Laura has called the Twin Cities home for over fifteen years. In her rare free moments, she enjoys reading, spending time with loved ones, and savoring a hot cup of coffee.

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