at the center of everything

where you can live, work, play and explore

a vibrant place full of energy

upcoming events

19
Jul
Minneapolis Aquatennial July 19-22
Join us at the 2017 Aquatennial from Wednesday, July 19 to Saturday, July 2...
19
Jul
Aquatennial CenterPoint Energy Torchlight Parade
Join us for the Aquatennial's CenterPoint Energy Torchlight Parade, set to ...
22
Jul
Aquatennial Target Fireworks
Join the Minneapolis Aquatennial in celebrating another year of with the Ta...

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Downtown Minneapolis is the home to more than 160,000 employees, 40,000 residents and is part of a community that welcomes more than 30 million visitors annually. Our downtown is filled with entertainment, events, dining, nightlife, sight-seeing and shopping that offers an extraordinary experience for everyone.