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DESTINATION: MINNEAPOLIS

Minneapolis has it all. A vibrant city, Minneapolis boasts both strong business and arts communities. And that’s all within a lush, water-filled metro that’s seriously connected to the rest of the country. Our downtown is hopping, from the top-notch theaters to a wealth of culinary options to the innovative corporations that call it home (like Target). Make your introduction to this lively city on the Mississippi Riverfront.


More than 18 million people choose to visit Minneapolis each year, and a high percentage of those visitors come here to attend meetings, conventions and events. With a Delta Air Lines hub at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport and light rail that connects the airport and Mall of America to downtown, we’re easy to explore. And, average flight times to the Minneapolis Saint Paul metro area from around the country are just 2.5 hours.


Best of all, in Minneapolis and nearby Saint Paul you get more meeting for less cost. Getting here is affordable and our world-class attractions are reasonably priced. According to Forbes.com, Minneapolis is the Most Affordable Place to Live Well in the nation. Here, variety is key and value is everything. The wide range of hotel options in Minneapolis provides a variety of price points from which planners and attendees can choose. Minneapolis’ striking meeting venues allow you to deliver events that seriously impress without breaking your budget.


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MEET CLOSE TO HOME

For those who live close to the Twin Cities, don’t forget to look right outside your door for meeting space. Your local venues offer space and amenities for any meeting.

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Downtown Improvement District

The city’s commitment to the safety and comfort of its residents and visitors is evident in the new program called the Downtown Improvement District (DID). Because of the ambassadors who staff this program, Minneapolis has a gotten a bit friendlier, a bit cleaner and a bit safer.


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GREEN SCENE

Metro Transit Hybrid Bus

Minneapolis is considered a national leader in environmental stewardship, making environmentally friendly choices and investments in its own operation, and encouraging residents, businesses and nonprofit organizations to do their part.


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CULTURE CAPITOL

Walker Art Center

Visit the galleries, halls and stages of these favorite cultural institutions, or rent a space inside one of these destinations to add something special to your event.

–Minneapolis Institute of Arts
–Guthrie Theater
–Walker Art Center
–Minneapolis Central Library


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DOWN TO BUSINESS

Minnesota is home to more Fortune 500 companies per capita than every other U.S. state. Here, creative energy blends with big business to create a welcoming, intelligent community that can complement your meetings vibe.


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RESOURCES

Resources

Let us help plan your next event. Here are some useful resources:


+ Maps
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+ Hotel Information
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+ Services
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+ Activities
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+ Meetings & Banquet Facilities
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+ Sporting Facilities
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