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09/27/2024

Prost! 🍻 🥨 Eat and drink your way through Oktoberfest at these festive German eateries in Minneapolis. https://bit.ly/3qKUCng

Check out the best places in Minneapolis to grab your favorite German dishes.

09/26/2024

The fall events lineup is packed! 🌮 🍺 🎉 😁 Block parties, Oktoberfest, vintage clothing crawls, food truck fairs, film festivals, and MORE! Follow this guide for can't-miss fall events in Minneapolis. https://bit.ly/3u0MUGt

In Minneapolis, there’s always something going on! Check out our picks for the fall season.

09/25/2024

Heading downtown for game 2? 🏀 Follow this guide for what to eat, drink and do around the stadium. https://bit.ly/376iQSs

Located in Downtown Minneapolis, Target Center is close to dozens of things to do in your free time!

09/25/2024

Our Cultural Districts are known for their vibrant arts scene for a reason. 🎵 🤩 🎭Whether you’re a seasoned theater buff or music lover seeking new sounds, the packed lineup of powerful performances will leave you feeling inspired! Explore where to find live music, theater, and some of the city's most iconic venues in the Minneapolis Cultural Districts. https://bit.ly/3YsFYRI



📷 Christopher Ludtke, Pat Carney, Paola Carlson Sanchez, Paul Irmiter, Jaida Grey Eagle, Mike Madison

The Cedar Cultural Center
In the Heart of the Beast Puppet and Mask Theatre
Capri Theater
Minneapolis American Indian Center
Pilllar FORUM Café & Bar

09/24/2024

What's better than a warm cup of coffee or tea on a chilly fall day? 😍 🍵 Here's where to get your coffee fix and find delicious fall drinks all season long! https://bit.ly/3ul3G3g

Find a cozy spot at one of our favorite Minneapolis coffee shops. On this list you'll find the best local flavors and home-brewed pots of coffee.

09/22/2024

How will you fill your Fall in Minneapolis? 🍁 ✨ Explore our top picks for leaf peeping, craft brews, tailgating, festivals, pumpkin-spice experiences, and more! https://bit.ly/3iU5X0X

09/21/2024

Cheering on the Minnesota Lynx this Sun at the Target Center? 🏀 🍻 See what's on tap in the North Loop for the playoffs/pre-game fun! https://bit.ly/43aUONb

🙌 🙌 🙌 Let's GO, Lynx!!

Looking for a spot to pregame? These Minneapolis breweries have fun atmospheres, beverages, and snacks, and are all within a half-mile of the two stadiums.

09/18/2024

It was a record-breaking summer in Minneapolis! Between Memorial Day and Labor Day this year, hotels in Minneapolis recorded new post-pandemic highs for summer occupancy, room demand and room revenue.

🏨 Nearly 680,000 hotel rooms were sold during the summer, an increase of more than 8% from 2023. Guest room revenue this summer increased more than 18% to $131.8 million.

📈 The summer was capped by more than 223,500 hotel rooms sold in August – the most since August 2019. In addition, the occupancy rate this August was 70.2% – the highest since October 2019.

"This past summer was a standout season for Minneapolis,” said Meet Minneapolis President and CEO Melvin Tennant. “Our city’s unique blend of cultural and outdoor attractions, and major events and conventions drew visitors from all over, resulting in strong hotel demand and increased activity for our tourism and hospitality workers.”

Read the full release here https://bit.ly/3MUxf5y


📷 Lane Pelovsky Visuals

09/17/2024

We celebrate our Latinx/Hispanic culture and community all year-round. 🎉 Follow this guide for where to find Latinx art, local markets, Mexican baked goods, Hispanic restaurants, breweries, and cultural events in Minneapolis! https://bit.ly/32OBoPt

We’ve put together a list of Latinx events, restaurants and shops in Minneapolis to help you celebrate and support Latinx Heritage all month long.

09/16/2024

Family fun can get a little spendy. 🤑 But there are lots of ways to enjoy the city life, and stay on budget! Explore our list of FREE or inexpensive things to do in Minneapolis! https://bit.ly/3gLJ2Dm

Minneapolis has a lot of things you can do with your family for FREE or a small cost! When you want to entertain your family but not spend a lot, work your way through this list.

09/14/2024

SKOL! Vikings season begins 9/15!

Here's why you should checkout a Minnesota Vikings game at US Bank Stadium:
🍻 Awesome tailgating parties outside USB Stadium
🍔 NEW game day bites & brews!
🙌 Cheering fans & big stadium energy!

Fans can also cheer from these local breweries near the stadium! https://bit.ly/4ekWppO

Let's GO VIKINGS!!

Heading to U.S. Bank Stadium for a Vikings game or a concert? Visit these Minneapolis breweries nearby for beer, snacks and pregame fun.

09/11/2024

Need a mid-week boost? 🎤 Call up your buds and head to the bar for karaoke night! Whether you’re looking for live band karaoke or a private karaoke room, we've got you covered. Explore the karaoke bar scene in Minneapolis https://bit.ly/4gnaq89

Whether you’re looking for live band karaoke or a private karaoke room, we’ve rounded up the best Minneapolis karaoke spots for you to sing your heart out.

09/09/2024

What's open on Mondays? 🤔 Follow this guide for lunch and dinner options to explore right downtown and beyond in Minneapolis. https://bit.ly/3MEcStt

It's not hard to find great food on Mondays in Minneapolis. Whether you're having a business lunch or dinner with friends, these restaurants can kickstart your week!

09/06/2024

September is packed with must-do activities! 🌮 🍺 🎉 😁 From food festivals and live music to stadium games and art crawls. Whether you're headed to the Taste of Greece Festival, checking out the Taco Tour, celebrating Oktoberfest with friends, or enjoying an outdoor concert, there's something fun for everyone! Here are our top picks for what to do this month in Minneapolis! https://bit.ly/3KydYGS

There's a feeling of fall in the air. Between outdoor concerts, festivals and cheering on the Lynx and Twins, there isn't a shortage of things to do. Here are our picks for the top things to do this September!

09/05/2024

Mark your calendars! Red Bull is hosting their next Showdown in Minneapolis... and it's FREE! 🏁 Check out all the Formula One action at The Commons on 9/14 at 2-4pm. https://win.gs/3z8GImI

📷 : Red Bull

08/30/2024

Spend your long weekend in Minneapolis! Enjoy a day at the State Fair, shop your local market, or meet a friend at the beach. Here are 7 ways to play this Labor Day weekend! https://bit.ly/2NzyxTr

Labor Day Weekend in Minneapolis is packed with activities to help you in your end of summer celebration. Check out the best ways to spend your Labor Day Weekend in Minneapolis.

08/29/2024

SKI-U-MAH! 🏈 🙌 The Minnesota Football season is kicking off at the U tonight! Follow this guide for maroon and gold pre-game ideas around Huntington Bank Stadium. https://bit.ly/3AzbKAM

Great places to drink, eat, and play near the University of Minnesota Campus.

08/26/2024

Stay cool, Minneapolis! Drink plenty of water and explore ways to play on the water along the Mississippi River or one of our many lakes this week. 🌊 😎 https://bit.ly/3AulZWl

With 22 different lakes and the Mississippi River running right through downtown, there's so much to do in Minneapolis surrounding our natural beauty.

08/22/2024

Summer days are perfect for our bike trails! Breathe in some fresh air and explore Minneapolis on your bike this weekend. Here's a list of our top trails and bike paths. https://bit.ly/3XbRUbk


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08/16/2024

🎸 Minneapolis is ready to rock all weekend long! Explore the epic concert lineup of rock n' roll legends, including Metallica, Green Day, Def Leppard, Journey, Smashing Pumpkins and more! 😎 Staying the weekend? Follow this guide for the ultimate concert experience. https://bit.ly/3WH56DN

Legendary bands Metallica, Def Leppard, Journey and Green Day are getting ready to take the stage for some unforgettable performances in Minneapolis. Whether you're a seasoned concert-goer or a first-time visitor, use this guide to navigate everything the city has to offer.

08/14/2024

Do you have your tickets to the Minnesota State Fair? 🎡 🌽 😎 The "Great MN Get Together" is back next week! Follow this guide for what to see, do, and EAT around the 2024 MN State Fair. https://bit.ly/3C6nf5f

We know you love hanging out in Minneapolis, but the Minnesota State Fair is a can't-miss attraction for these reasons.

08/13/2024

Can you name all 7 of the Minneapolis Cultural Districts? 🙂 The Cultural Districts are home to some of the best food, museums, arts programming, and performance venues in the country. Whether you want to catch a show, take yourself on a culinary adventure, or shop local art, the Cultural Districts have something for everyone. 🌎 Discover a world of art, music, and flavor and explore the Cultural Districts in Minneapolis. https://bit.ly/3M4sOEY

08/09/2024

🌎 Did you know the Twin Cities metro area is home to one of the largest and most tribally diverse urban American Indian populations? Minnesota is centered within Dakota creation stories and is an important place in traditional Ojibwe history. Along with the Dakota and Ojibwe, the Ho-Chunk, Cheyenne, Oto, Iowa, and the Sac & Fox tribes also acknowledge Minnesota as important to their tribal histories.

🎉 As we celebrate the International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples we are reminded of the growing Native community and all the history, food, and works of art they bring to our city. Follow this guide for where to support our Native-owned shops, restaurants, art galleries, and community centers in Minneapolis. https://bit.ly/3M1pdaW


📍 Minneapolis American Indian Center

08/05/2024

Did you know the Minnesota Fringe Festival is the largest performing arts festival in the Midwest? 🎭 Follow this guide for what to see and do around the participating theaters this week in Minneapolis. https://bit.ly/3Snxjwa

Everything you need to know about watching one-of-a-kind performances at the 2024 Minnesota Fringe Festival.

08/01/2024

New month, new events lineup! 🎉 Festival season continues, neighborhood art fairs, stadium concerts, pro sports, comedy, brewery events, and the Minnesota State Fair. Explore what's happening this month in Minneapolis. https://bit.ly/3LOkadF

📷 - Jeff D. Larson - David A. Sherman