Gun & Knife Show Mankato 2026 at Kato Ballroom

The Gun & Knife Show Mankato returns to the Kato Ballroom for its late-2026 edition, bringing together collectors, hunters, sport shooters and knife enthusiasts from across southern Minnesota. The two-day expo is organized by Crocodile Productions, Inc., a family-run promoter of gun and knife shows throughout the state. On the floor, visitors will find antique pistols, rifles, air guns, combat knives, gun magazines, holsters, gun safes, display cases, sharpening tools and a wide range of hunting and survival gear. Tables are hosted by private collectors, small dealers and specialty vendors, making it a good stop for hard-to-find parts, collectible pieces and everyday equipment. Both trade buyers and the general public are welcome. The event runs twice a year, so the December dates close out the Mankato season. It is a practical, walk-in style show — no formal registration, just pay at the door. Mankato sits along the Minnesota River, roughly 85 miles south of Minneapolis. The Kato Ballroom is in the downtown core, close to hotels, restaurants and Highway 169, which makes it easy to combine the show with an overnight stay.