Arts & Culture, Sports, Outdoors, and Local Fun

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Austin, MN, is fortunate to have a variety of theatres within the community. Summerset Theatre, a nonprofit organization, collaborates with the Riverland Community College Foundation and typically stages two to three productions at the Frank W. Bridges Theatre. Riverland Theatre also performs in this venue, producing four productions throughout the academic year. Matchbox Children’s Theatre offers engaging performances for younger audiences. Additionally, the Historic Paramount Theatre hosts numerous touring and local performances throughout the year.

 Austin, MN offers a variety of great spaces and facilities to host your sporting events all year round. In the spring and summer, you can enjoy our beautiful parks and recreational spots—play baseball, softball, or disc golf at Todd Park, cheer on swimmers at the Austin Municipal Pool, or challenge friends to bike races along Schindler’s Way Mountain Bike Trail. If you’re into golf, the country club and Meadow Greens are perfect spots to hit the links.  

As the seasons change to fall and winter, why not plan a hockey tournament at Riverside or Packer arenas? You can also set up indoor soccer, football, or kickball tournaments at the seasonal dome at Wescott Field, or have fun bowling at Echo Lanes.  

No matter the time of year or the sport, we’ve got plenty of options to suit your needs!

Love spending time outdoors? Make sure to visit Austin’s Jay C. Hormel Nature Center, where you can explore the fantastic Interpretive Center and enjoy walking along trails that stretch across over 500 acres. For those interested in stargazing, the Sola Fide Observatory is a must-see. Plus, the city offers 28 parks packed with pavilions, playgrounds, baseball and softball diamonds, and even disk golf courses—there’s something for everyone to enjoy!

Austin, MN has many unique opportunities, only in our community.  Come on over and see all the fun things waiting for YOU to enjoy!