Canopy Noise Demonstration

Noise demo outside a downtown hotel, unlawful assembly declared, 15–20 arrested.

January 9, 2026 · The Canopy by Hilton, Minneapolis, MN

On January 9, 2026, hundreds of protesters gathered outside a downtown Minneapolis hotel they believed was housing Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents, staging a "noise demo" to oppose ICE operations in the city. Minnesota Conservation Officers, Minnesota State Patrol, and Minneapolis Police declared the assembly unlawful and moved to disperse the crowd.

The protest took place amid a broader wave of activism responding to Operation Metro Surge, a federal immigration enforcement campaign that drew intense opposition across the Twin Cities. Demonstrators used drums, guitars, and amplified sound intended to disrupt.

Authorities made approximately 15 to 20 arrests over the course of the action.

Drummer performs with drum kit during anti-ICE protest demonstration in Minneapolis.View full post: Drummer Performs at Noise Demo Outside ICE Hotel in Minneapolis
January 9, 2026 — A drummer performs with a drum kit outside a building with a brick facade. This image was taken during a protest in downtown Minneapolis where hundreds of demonstrators gathered to oppose the actions of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The protest, described as a "noise demo," targeted a hotel believed to be housing ICE agents. Authorities, including the Minnesota Conservation Officers, Minnesota State Patrol, and Minneapolis Police, declared the assembly unlawful and dispersed the crowd.
Protester holding handmade sign reading "FUCK ICE" during nighttime demonstration in downtown Minneapolis.View full post: “Fuck I.C.E.” Sign at Night Protest Near ICE Hotel, Minneapolis
January 9, 2026 — Protesters gathered in downtown Minneapolis to oppose the presence of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. The protest, which included a "noise demo," targeted a hotel believed to be housing ICE personnel. Law enforcement, including the Minneapolis Police, Minnesota State Patrol, and Minnesota Conservation Officers, declared the assembly unlawful and dispersed the crowd.
Protester confronts Minnesota State Trooper in tactical gear during anti-ICE demonstration in Minneapolis.View full post: Protester Holds “Fuck ICE” Sign Near Minnesota State Trooper
January 9, 2026 — A protester holds a sign reading "FUCK ICE" while confronting a Minnesota State Trooper during a protest in downtown Minneapolis. The protest was organized as a noise demonstration outside a hotel believed to be housing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. Law enforcement, including the Minnesota State Patrol, Minnesota Conservation Officers, and Minneapolis Police, declared the assembly unlawful and dispersed the crowd.
Man on guitar at ICE Noise Demo in MinneapolisView full post: Guitarist Faces Riot Police During ICE Noise Demo in Minneapolis
January 9, 2026 — Minnesota Conservation Officers, Minnesota State Patrol and Minneapolis Police pushing out hundreds of protesters after declaring an unlawful assembly. Protesters had been holding a noise demo at a downtown hotel they believe ICE agents are staying at.
ICE Noise Demo Unlawful Assembly, MinneapolisView full post: ICE Noise Demo Unlawful Assembly, Minneapolis
January 9, 2026 — Minnesota Conservation Officers, Minnesota State Patrol and Minneapolis Police pushing out hundreds of protesters after declaring an unlawful assembly. Protesters had been holding a noise demo at a downtown hotel they believe ICE agents are staying at.
Protester confronts law enforcement officer in tactical gear during nighttime ICE protest outside Minneapolis shelter.View full post: Riot Police Line Outside “People Serving People” Shelter in Minneapolis
January 9, 2026 — A protester holds a sign reading "FUCK ICE" while confronting a Minnesota State Trooper during a protest in downtown Minneapolis. The protest was organized as a noise demonstration outside a hotel believed to be housing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. Law enforcement, including the Minnesota State Patrol, Minnesota Conservation Officers, and Minneapolis Police, declared the assembly unlawful and dispersed the crowd.
Police vehicles with flashing lights line a snowy Minneapolis street during an ICE protest.View full post: Police Vehicles Line Up During Snowy ICE Protest in Minneapolis
January 10, 2026 — Minneapolis Police vehicles are shown during a protest against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in downtown Minneapolis. Protesters had gathered outside a hotel where they believed ICE agents were staying, leading to police declaring an unlawful assembly and making arrests.
Police in tactical gear and yellow vests respond to ICE hotel demonstration.View full post: Graffiti-Tagged Box and Officers During Snowy Minneapolis ICE Protest
January 10, 2026 — State officers made approximately 15 to 20 arrests in downtown Minneapolis on December 10, 2020, following a "noise demo" protest. Demonstrators gathered outside a hotel they believed was housing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. The protest occurred during a snowstorm, with officers from the Minneapolis Police Department, Minnesota Conservation Officer, and Minnesota State Patrol present.
Minnesota State Patrol and federal agents in tactical gear secure a snowy downtown Minneapolis street during an ICE protest.View full post: Tactical Officers and Bearcat Vehicle During Snowy Minneapolis Protest
January 10, 2026 — Minnesota State Patrol officers made approximately 15-20 arrests in downtown Minneapolis during a protest targeting a hotel believed to house Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. The "noise demo" occurred during snowy conditions, with law enforcement vehicles, including a Bearcat, present.
Protester holding profane sign confronts Minnesota State Trooper.View full post: Protester Speaks Through Megaphone as Police Line Up in Snow
January 10, 2026 — A protester holds a sign reading "FUCK ICE" while confronting a Minnesota State Trooper during a protest in downtown Minneapolis. The protest was organized as a noise demonstration outside a hotel believed to be housing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. Law enforcement, including the Minnesota State Patrol, Minnesota Conservation Officers, and Minneapolis Police, declared the assembly unlawful and dispersed the crowd.
State troopers and conservation officers arrest protesters in Minneapolis during a snowstorm.View full post: State Patrol Armored Vehicle During Minneapolis Snowstorm Protest
January 10, 2026 — State officers, including Minnesota State Patrol and Conservation Officers, made approximately 15-20 arrests in downtown Minneapolis during a snowstorm. The arrests followed a protest targeting a hotel believed to be housing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. This event occurred amidst ongoing national discussions and local activism surrounding immigration policies and ICE operations.

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