Minneapolis Convention Center

09/30/2025

We’re closing out 2025 with a packed and powerful Q4 at the Minneapolis Convention Center! From shoes and comics to college and careers, here are some of the public events coming your way:

👟 Sneaker Con Minneapolis
🎓 NACAC National College Fair
💼 People Of Color Career Fair®
🎁 Minneapolis Gift & Art Expo
🎭 Twin Cities Con

We’re exited to host such a dynamic mix of events that connect, inspire and energize our community. There’s truly something for everyone at the MCC this season!

Minneapolis is the perfect blend of natural beauty and urban sophistication. No other American city has a chain of lakes, the mighty Mississippi, and 200 miles of walking, biking and cross country ski trails within the city limits literally steps from the most vibrant arts and music scene outside NY...

09/26/2025

Sneaker Con Minneapolis – The Greatest Sneaker Show on Earth – is coming to the Minneapolis Convention Center!

✔️ Buy, sell & trade with thousands of sneakerheads
✔️ Exclusive drops & rare finds
✔️ Meet creators, collectors & influencers
✔️ Giveaways, legit checks & more

Whether you’re hunting for grails, showing off your heat, or just soaking in the culture – this is the sneaker event you don’t want to miss. 🔥

📍 Minneapolis Convention Center
📅 Saturday, Oct. 4
⌚ 12-7 p.m.
🎟️ Tickets available now!
🔗 https://www.minneapolis.org/minneapolis-convention-center/sneaker-con/

👟 Who’s ready to lace up and step out?

Discover the latest and greatest sneakers, engage in buying, selling, and trading, and immerse yourself in a full day of sneaker heaven.

09/23/2025

🌍✨ A Historic Evening in Minneapolis ✨🌍

On Sept. 30, the Minneapolis Convention Center is honored to host An Evening with L**h Wałęsa – Nobel Peace Prize laureate, former President of Poland, and global symbol of democracy and freedom.

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear firsthand from one of the most influential figures of the 20th century. From leading the Solidarity movement to inspiring change across the world, L**h Wałęsa’s story continues to resonate today.

📍 Minneapolis Convention Center
📅 Tuesday, September 30
🎟️ Tickets available now
⏰ 6 p.m.
🔗https://www.minneapolis.org/minneapolis-convention-center/lech-walesa/

**hWalesa History Explorer

Meet L**h Walesa, the man who defended freedom and became one of the world’s greatest leaders.

09/18/2025

Welcome IFMA World Workplace to Minneapolis! IFMA is the world's largest and most widely recognized international association for facility management professionals, supporting 24,000 members in more than 100 countries. Learn more: https://bit.ly/2zrIQEE

08/20/2025

🚛 The best of the best are rolling into Minneapolis! 🏆The National Truck Driving & Step Van Driving Championships are here Aug 20–23. Watch top drivers put their skills + safety to the test.

📅 August 20-23, 2025
📌 Exhibit Halls B, C, D & E
📍 Minneapolis Convention Center

Details ➡️ https://bit.ly/3UDv62b

Trucking's ultimate showdown of safety and skill.

07/31/2025

We’re proud to share that the Minneapolis Convention Center has once again earned the Venue Excellence Award from the International Association of Venue Managers. It's our third time receiving this prestigious recognition (2014, 2018, 2025)!

This honor reflects more than just a well-run facility - it’s a celebration of the outstanding experiences we create together with our clients, partners, and community.

The award recognizes excellence in:

✔️ Operational performance

✔️ Safety and security

✔️ Community impact

✔️ Team development

Whether it’s a world-class conference, an innovative trade show, or a meaningful public event, we are proud to help your vision comes to life – safely, seamlessly, and memorably.


To all the meeting planners, organizers, exhibitors, and attendees who have partnered with us: thank you. Your trust and collaboration with our team are what make the Minneapolis Convention Center a place where excellence is the standard.

Let’s keep raising the bar!

07/17/2025

We’re thrilled to host the National Veteran Wheelchair Games this week! The National Veterans Wheelchair Games is the world’s largest annual wheelchair sports and rehabilitation event solely for military veterans. https://bit.ly/3ID3LKJ

📅 July 17-22, 2025
📌 Exhibit Halls B, C & D

07/09/2025

Vintage shoppers: Don't miss out on Thrift-Con coming 7/26! Shop vintage collectibles, clothing, jewelry and more! Featuring 100+ vendors and nonstop retro vibes. 👗 👜 https://bit.ly/46z34fn

📅 July 26, 2025
⏰ 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
🗺️ Exhibit Hall E

ThriftCon is a vintage shopper's dream, featuring 100+ curated vendors as well as multiple activations and installations celebrating vintage and retro culture.

06/26/2025

We’re gearing up for a big and bustling Q3 at the Minneapolis Convention Center!

From championship matches to cultural icons, here are just a few of the public events coming your way:

🏐 USA Volleyball Boys Junior National Championship

♿ National Veterans Wheelchair Games

🛍️ ThriftCon Minneapolis

🎌 BIG Minneapolis Anime

👟 Sneaker Con

We’re proud to be the home base for such a wide range of inspiring and high-energy events. Whether you're a collector, competitor, fan, or curious visitor—there’s something for everyone at the MCC this season!

Minneapolis is the perfect blend of natural beauty and urban sophistication. No other American city has a chain of lakes, the mighty Mississippi, and 200 miles of walking, biking and cross country ski trails within the city limits literally steps from the most vibrant arts and music scene outside NY...

06/06/2025

🎓 A very loud CONGRATULATIONS to all the Class of 2025 graduates! 🎓

Graduation season is in full swing here at the Minneapolis Convention Center, and we’re honored to host so many incredible students and their families on their special days. Your hard work, resilience, and brilliance have filled our halls with joy and pride, and we couldn’t be prouder to be part of these unforgettable milestones.

To all the graduates—keep shining. To the families, friends, and educators—thank you for trusting us with memories that will last a lifetime.

Here’s to bold beginnings and bright futures! ✨

04/22/2025

🌎💚 Happy Earth Day from the Minneapolis Convention Center! 💚🌎
Here in the heart of downtown Minneapolis, we take sustainability seriously — not just today, but every day. From our rooftop solar panels and stormwater catchment system to pollinator meadows, compostable containers, and meal donations, we’re proud of how the MCC is working to care for our planet and our community.
We just launched a new Sustainable Event & Booth Guide to help our clients go greener — and we’d love to hear from you, too!
✨ How do you practice sustainability in your everyday life?
Or, tell us — which MCC initiative do you think is the coolest?
💬 Drop a comment below — we’d love to know how you’re celebrating Earth Day!
🌿 Learn more about our sustainability initiatives here: https://bit.ly/3GmqDNu

The Minneapolis Convention Center strives to be the best facility possible for our clients, our staff and the entire community. Part of that mission includes

03/21/2025

Crafters and makers will love the GeekCraft Expo Twin Cities! Created for nerds by nerds, this curated craft market features handmade goods, local makers and more. Explore all there is to do around the GeekCraft Expo this weekend. https://bit.ly/40ysVxC

📅 March 21-23, 2025
⏰ Friday 6-9 pm, Saturday 10 am-5 pm, Sunday 10 am-4 pm
🗺️ Minneapolis Convention Center
📌 Ballroom A & B

Curated craft market featuring handmade geek goods by local crafters + makers