Downtown Minneapolis

1,173 photos · 2009–2026

1,173 photographs tagged Downtown Minneapolis, 2009–2026.

Hotel Chelsea on Ocean Drive in Miami Beach with a neon sign and street-level restaurant — Hotel Chelsea on Ocean Drive in Miami Beach, Florida, is an Art Deco hotel in the Miami Beach Architectural District. The ground-floor restaurant occupies the street level beneath the hotel’s neon Chelsea sign and sidewalk umbrellas.

Construction continues on new Minneapolis police station — Construction of New Minneapolis First Precinct Police Station in Downtown Minneapolis. This facility replaces the previous First Precinct building located a mile away.

Spring snow in the North Loop in Downtown Minneapolis — North 5th Street in Downtown Minneapolis under a late-season snowfall.

Augies Strip Club on Hennepin February 2025 — Augie's Strip Club is situated on Hennepin Avenue at S 5th Street in Downtown Minneapolis.

The Oceanaire Seafood Room entrance and 50 South Sixth office tower signage in downtown Minneapolis, MN. — The interior of the 50 South Sixth building in downtown Minneapolis, featuring the entrance to The Oceanaire Seafood Room. Signage indicates "50 SOUTH SIXTH" and "Office Tower."

Illuminated blue neon lines geometric metallic wall panels in Minneapolis Skyway pedestrian corridor. — A metallic, woven wall with integrated blue neon lighting lines the interior of the Minneapolis Skyway system. The skyway connects buildings in downtown Minneapolis, providing a climate-controlled pedestrian walkway. This architectural feature is part of the extensive network of enclosed pedestrian bridges that define the urban experience in Minneapolis. The skyway system, one of the longest in the world, was developed to facilitate year-round movement and commerce between downtown businesses and institutions.

Target Field Station light rail platform at sunset with illuminated Ford Center building in Minneapolis North Loop. — Target Field Station, a light rail station in Minneapolis’s North Loop, is located adjacent to Target Field, home of the Minnesota Twins. In the foreground is the historic Ford Center.

Bunker's Music Bar & Grill storefront on snowy Washington Avenue in Minneapolis North Loop at dusk. — Bunker’s Music Bar & Grill with snowfall in the Minneapolis North Loop.

Pedestrians and cyclists at Warehouse District Station on snowy Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis at night. — People waiting at the Warehouse District/Hennepin Avenue station for a Metro Transit light rail on January 9, 2025. The stop sits along Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis, serving the city’s Warehouse District.

Snow covers the Spoonbridge and Cherry sculpture at Walker Art Center with downtown Minneapolis skyline behind. — Spoonbridge and Cherry is a sculpture by Claes Oldenburg and Coosje van Bruggen in the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, next to the Walker Art Center. Completed in 1988, the spoon and cherry stand over a pond and together measure about 52 feet long. Downtown Minneapolis buildings stand beyond the garden to the east.

Spoonbridge and Cherry in Minneapolis — Spoonbridge and Cherry, a prominent sculpture by Claes Oldenburg and Coosje van Bruggen, is situated in the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden. Completed in 1988, the artwork is a whimsical representation of a cherry balanced on a giant spoon, inviting interaction and contemplation. The sculpture garden itself, part of the Walker Art Center's grounds, showcases a diverse collection of contemporary art in an outdoor setting.

Concertgoers queue outside the State Theatre on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis. — A line of concertgoers waits outside the historic State Theatre in downtown Minneapolis for a performance by Anne Wilson.

Crowds gather outside First Avenue concert hall in downtown Minneapolis beneath a "Let's Go Lynx" banner supporting the WNBA team. — A crowd gathers outside the First Avenue concert hall in downtown Minneapolis with a "Let's Go Lynx" banner hanging on the side, referring to the WNBA's Minnesota Lynx basketball team.

Three people converse on a downtown Minneapolis street near a Butter Cookies For Days vendor cart. — A street vendor, identified by the "Butter Cookies For Days" sign on their cart, operates in downtown Minneapolis.

Target's flagship store on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis with pedestrians crossing in the plaza. — The Target store on Nicollet Mall in Downtown Minneapolis. The store is the flagship store of Target Corporation which has it's headquarters down the road.

A full moon rises behind downtown Minneapolis buildings including the gold-lit IDS Center and purple-accented RBC Plaza. — A supermoon rises behind prominent buildings in downtown Minneapolis, including the IDS Center, which is illuminated in gold, and the RBC Plaza, lit with purple accents.

Minneapolis downtown skyline with high-rise office and residential towers above autumn trees under clear sky. — Downtown Minneapolis office towers stand above autumn foliage in October 2024. The skyline includes the IDS Center, at 792 feet the tallest building in Minnesota.

A billboard advertising The Abandoned Hayride haunted attraction stands along Interstate 35W with Minneapolis downtown skyline illuminated at dusk. — A digital billboard along Interstate 35W advertises "The Abandoned Hayride," billed as "The Haunted Hayride, Totally Reinvented" and open that night. The attraction is a seasonal Halloween event held each fall in Chaska, Minnesota, about 20 miles southwest of Minneapolis.

American and Minnesota state flags hang from poles above the Foshay Tower in downtown Minneapolis. — The American and Minnesota state flags fly above the Foshay Tower in Minneapolis, a building completed in 1929 that was the city's first skyscraper.

Cyclist rides past The Local restaurant's outdoor patio on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis. — A Thursday evening on Nicollet Mall. Biker passes by The Local restaurant patio at 10th Street.

Boarded storefront on Chicago Avenue displays graffiti memorializing Breonna Taylor, Amir Locke, and George Floyd in Minneapolis. — Graffiti honoring Breonna Taylor, Amir Locke, and George Floyd on the boarded-up windows of the former Sheraton Hotel on Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis. The Hotel was used to house the homeless during the Minneapolis Uprising and has sat vacant since it was closed down.

Green Day at Target Field in Downtown Minneapolis — Green Day performs at Target Field in downtown Minneapolis. Opened in 2010, Target Field is a baseball stadium that serves as the home ballpark for Major League Baseball's Minnesota Twins. The stadium is designed to accommodate a variety of events, including concerts, and is a significant venue for public gatherings in the Twin Cities.

Tesla Cybertruck at 801 Chophouse in Minneapolis — A Tesla Cybertruck is parked at the valet stand of 801 Chophouse in downtown Minneapolis.

Red White and Blue Capella Tower, Tim Walz VP — Capella Tower in Downtown Minneapolis is illuminated in red, white, and blue lights in August 2024. This lighting coincided with speculation about Minnesota Governor Tim Walz potentially joining the 2024 presidential ticket.

Skyway at Target Headquarters — Skyway between Target Plaza North and Target Plaza South. The buildings are home to the headquarters of retail giant Target.

Metro Transit Bus at Nicollet Mall July 2024 — A Metro Transit bus travels along Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis. Nicollet Mall.

Chalk art on a downtown Minneapolis sidewalk depicts the city skyline with fireworks and includes instructions for viewers to photograph it. — Chalk art depicting the Minneapolis skyline with fireworks is displayed on the sidewalk outside the IDS Center in downtown Minneapolis. The artwork, created by @AlleyCreations and dated 2024, includes the instruction "STAND HERE TAKE PIC" to guide viewers for optimal photo opportunities.

Foshay Tower and IDS Center — The Foshay Tower, completed in 1929, stands as a historic landmark in downtown Minneapolis, originally serving as the city's tallest building. Adjacent to it is the IDS Center, a modern skyscraper completed in 1973 that became the city's tallest building upon its completion.

People walk in the Minneapolis skyways in July 2024 — People utilize the Minneapolis Skyway system, an enclosed pedestrian bridge network connecting buildings in downtown Minneapolis. The skyway was first conceived in the 1960s to provide a climate-controlled environment for pedestrians, shielding them from harsh winter weather and facilitating movement between offices and shops.

Dario restaurant's outdoor patio filled with diners on a North Loop Minneapolis street at night. — Dario, a modern Italian restaurant established in 2023 in Minneapolis's North Loop neighborhood.

Pedestrians gather outside the Gay 90's nightclub on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis at night. — Clubers outside the Gay 90s nightclub in Downtown Minneapolis in July 2024.

Customers line up at a brightly lit red food truck at night in an urban area. — A line of people wait to order from a food truck at Warehouse District Live in Minneapolis.

A handwritten suggestion board in Minneapolis's Warehouse District displays crowdsourced messages on its chalkboard surface at night. — A "Suggestion Board" stands in the Warehouse District Live area of Downtown Minneapolis.

Full patio at The Local in Downtown Minneapolis — A full patio at the Local Irish Pub in Downtown Minneapolis. The restaurant is located on Nicollet Mall.

Green Day billboard in Minneapolis — Green Day signage outside of Target Field and Target Field Station.

Large crowd gathers outside Target Center in Minneapolis during the 2024 U.S. Olympic Gymnastics Trials. — A crowd gathers outside the Target Center in Minneapolis for the 2024 U.S. Olympic Gymnastics Trials. These trials are an important event for athletes seeking to qualify for the Olympic Games.

Crowds gather outside Target Center in downtown Minneapolis during the US Gymnastics Olympic Trials in June 2024. — Pedestrians gather outside the Target Center in downtown Minneapolis during the US Gymnastics Olympic Trials. A skybridge above the street displays "GYMNASTICS CITY USA" and images of gymnasts. The event, held at the Target Center, served as a qualifying competition for the Olympic Games.

Crowds gather under tent canopies during Pride Week festivities outside The Saloon bar in downtown Minneapolis. — Minneapolis Pride Week festivities unfold outside The Saloon, a prominent LGBTQ+ bar located in downtown Minneapolis. The event, held during Pride 2024, draws a large crowd to the surrounding streets.

Olympic rings stand illuminated at night beneath the red "Gymnastics City USA" skyway in downtown Minneapolis during the 2024 U.S. — Downtown Minneapolis was transformed into "Gymnastics City USA" for the U.S. Olympic Gymnastics Trials in June 2024.

Target Center in downtown Minneapolis displays a welcome banner for the U.S. Olympic Team Gymnastics Trials, June 2024. — The Target Center in Downtown Minneapolis hosted the U.S. Olympic Team Gymnastics Trials from June 27-30, 2024. This event determined the athletes who would represent the United States at the Olympic Games.

Heavy rain has really brought out the greenery in the city. At times taking over bike paths such as this one on Nicollet Island.

Minneapolis skyline partially obscured by fog and rain, with Grain Belt Brewery silos in the foreground. The city's downtown is situated along the Mississippi River. — The Minneapolis skyline is partially obscured by fog and rain, with the historic Grain Belt Brewery silos visible in the foreground. The city's downtown area, situated along the Mississippi River, has a history rooted in milling and industry, with these silos representing a significant part of that heritage.

Large mural depicting Prince with a guitar adorns a downtown Minneapolis building beside a stage set up for a celebration event. — A mural honoring Prince adorns a building in Downtown Minneapolis, adjacent to a stage set up for a 2024 Prince celebration.

Neon "Prince" and "Celebration" signs illuminate a storefront entrance decorated with pink neon artwork in downtown Minneapolis. — A mural on a door in Downtown Minneapolis during the annual Prince Celebration event. This year was also the 40th anniversary of Purple Rain.

A Sun Country Airlines jet flies between office towers in downtown Minneapolis. — A Sun Country Airlines jet flies over downtown Minneapolis between office towers. Sun Country Airlines is based at Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, the region’s primary commercial airport.

Pedestrians and a scooter user on Nicollet Mall at sunset in downtown Minneapolis, with the Target flagship store visible across the street. — Pedestrians and a scooter at sunset on Nicollet Mall in Downtown Minneapolis, across from Target's flagship store.

Alaska Airlines jet descends toward Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport above downtown Minneapolis buildings including Capella Tower. — An Alaska Airlines jet approaches Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, flying over the downtown core. The Capella Tower, completed in 1992, is visible on the left, distinguished by its distinctive glass-domed roof.

Pizza Luce restaurant storefront on North 1st Street in downtown Minneapolis with parked Tesla vehicles on the street. — Pizza Luce is a popular restaurant located on North 1st Street in Downtown Minneapolis.

Lightning hits the Capella Tower in downtown Minneapolis — A powerful lightning strike illuminates the downtown Minneapolis skyline during a summer storm in June 2024.

Excavated light rail tunnel construction site with red and white building and Minneapolis skyline in background. — Construction is underway on the Kenilworth LRT Tunnel in Minneapolis, a key component of the Southwest Light Rail Transit (Green Line) extension.

Downtown Minneapolis from new Green Line Train Extension — The Minneapolis skyline is illuminated at dusk, with Target Field, home of the Minnesota Twins, prominently visible in the foreground. The stadium, completed in 2010, is a central feature of the North Loop neighborhood.

Eduardo Kobra's colorful geometric mural depicting Bob Dylan covers a building wall on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis. — This mural, located on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis, features a portrait of musician Bob Dylan by Brazilian artist Eduardo Kobra. The artwork, completed in 2015, spans the side of a building and incorporates Kobra's signature geometric style with vibrant colors.

Blue chairs line a wooden deck at Peavey Plaza overlooking a still pool surrounded by mature trees and modern downtown Minneapolis architecture. — Peavey Plaza is a public plaza in downtown Minneapolis, next to Orchestra Hall on Nicollet Mall. It opened in 1975 and was rebuilt in 2019, keeping its signature reflecting pool as a central feature.

Peavey Plaza in downtown Minneapolis features a water feature with blue Adirondack chairs, mature trees, and modern skyscrapers in the background. — Peavey Plaza, located in downtown Minneapolis, is a public space designed by M. Paul Friedberg and opened in 1975.

Stone Arch Bridge's illuminated stone arches span the Mississippi River at night with Minneapolis skyline beyond. — The Stone Arch Bridge, a former railroad bridge constructed in 1883, is undergoing repairs. The bridge, which spans the Mississippi River in Minneapolis, is closed to the public for several summers to facilitate this work.

Hundreds of Minneapolis police vehicles with activated lights form a procession in downtown Minneapolis following an officer's death. — Hundreds of Minneapolis police officers formed a procession outside the Hennepin County Medical Center to escort the body of Officer Jamal Mitchell. Mitchell was killed in a mass shooting incident earlier that day. The procession proceeded from the medical center in downtown Minneapolis to the Hennepin County Medical Examiner's Office in Minnetonka.

Minneapolis police vehicles and officers conduct a nighttime procession through downtown streets. — Hundreds of Minneapolis police officers formed a procession to escort the body of Officer Jamal Mitchell from Hennepin County Medical Center to the medical examiner's office in Minnetonka. Officer Mitchell was killed in a mass shooting incident earlier that day. The escort route passed through downtown Minneapolis, with law enforcement vehicles lining the streets.

Crowds line the sidewalk outside Tom's Watch Bar on Hennepin Avenue in Downtown Minneapolis during a Timberwolves playoff game. — A crowd lines the sidewalk outside Tom's Watch Bar on Hennepin Avenue in Downtown Minneapolis during a Minnesota Timberwolves playoff game.

Man holding a sign reading "VIRUS AND COVID IS A HOAX" on a downtown Minneapolis street with storefronts and pedestrians visible behind him. — A man carries a sign stating "VIRUS AND COVID IS A HOAX" in downtown Minneapolis in May 2024. The sign also includes "EARTH NO MILLENNIAL PROTECTOR".

Crowds gather at a downtown Minneapolis street closure marked with "Wolves Back" signage during the 2024 Minnesota Timberwolves playoff season. — A block party is underway in downtown Minneapolis during the 2024 Minnesota Timberwolves playoff run.

Minneapolis Police Department mounted patrol officers ride horses in formation through downtown Minneapolis. — Minneapolis Police Department's Mounted Patrol unit rides through downtown Minneapolis. The unit is often deployed for crowd control.

State Theatre marquee in downtown Minneapolis with Timberwolves messages and Charles Barkley welcome sign — The State Theatre marquee on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis displays messages supporting the Minnesota Timberwolves and welcoming Charles Barkley back to Minnesota.

Hennepin County Government Center Atrium — The atrium inside the Hennepin County Government Center in downtown Minneapolis.

Downtown Minneapolis skyline illuminated at night from the shore of Bde Maka Ska lake. — Capella Tower stands in the downtown Minneapolis skyline near the west shore of Bde Maka Ska. Built in 1992, the 776 foot tower is Minneapolis's second tallest building. Bde Maka Ska, the largest lake in Minneapolis at 401 acres, took its Dakota name in 2018 after over a century as Lake Calhoun.

Roxys cabaret shoe in downtown Minneapolis — Roxy's Cabaret, also known as Nicollet Diner, stands in Downtown Minneapolis. This establishment operates as a 24/7 diner.

Downtown Minneapolis skyline at dusk across Lake of the Isles, obscured by Canadian wildfire smoke in May 2024. — Lake of the Isles is one of the Minneapolis Chain of Lakes, covering about 108 acres with a maximum depth of 20 feet. Smoke from Canadian wildfires drifts over the downtown Minneapolis skyline in May 2024.

Pedestrians cross Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis with the historic Grain Belt Beer sign visible in the background. — Pedestrians cross Hennepin Avenue in Downtown Minneapolis. The historic Grain Belt Beer sign, a landmark from the former Grain Belt Brewery (1893-1975), is visible in the background.

A black Porsche Cayman travels on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis with traffic and street infrastructure visible behind it. — A black Porsche Cayman S is positioned on Hennepin Avenue in Downtown Minneapolis in May 2024.

"Wolves Back" signage displayed on a Minneapolis skyway structure above Hennepl Avenue during the Minnesota Timberwolves playoff season. — Temporary "Wolves Back" signage adorns the Minneapolis skyway system on Hennepin Avenue, signaling support for the Minnesota Timberwolves during a playoff run.

Pedestrians gather outside Sneaky Pete's bar on a Minneapolis street at night with neon signage and a light rail station visible. — The Minneapolis Warehouse District buzzes with activity at night, as patrons gather outside Sneaky Pete's Ultimate Fun Bar + Grill.

Jhoan Duran enters the game at Target Field — Target Field in Minneapolis during a Minnesota Twins game on May 3, 2024, with Jhoan Duran featured on the main video board during player introductions. Opened in 2010, the ballpark replaced the Metrodome as the Twins' home stadium and was designed as an open-air Major League Baseball venue in the city’s Warehouse District. The large center-field board and ribbon displays are part of the stadium’s game-presentation system, used for introductions, statistics, replays, and in-game entertainment.

Katie Storm and Tim Laudner at Target Field — Bally Sports broadcasters Katie Storm and Tim Laudner work from the television set at Target Field in Minneapolis, Minnesota, before a Minnesota Twins game against the Boston Red Sox on May 3, 2024. The large center-field video board behind them shows the ceremonial first pitch by “Pistol Pete” Aune during the pregame program. Target Field opened in 2010 as the home of the Twins, replacing the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome and incorporating broadcast positions with direct sightlines into the ballpark.

Private buses and vans parked outside Hennepin County Government Center in downtown Minneapolis during a court appearance. — Private buses and vans are parked outside the Hennepin County Government Center in Downtown Minneapolis, where Minnesota State Trooper Ryan Londregan arrived for a court appearance. Londregan faces charges for the killing of Ricky Cobb II during a Minneapolis traffic stop in July of the previous year. His arrival at the courthouse was met with thunderous applause from hundreds of supporters, many of whom traveled in these buses.

Minnesota State Trooper Ryan Londregan stands with supporters inside the Hennepin County Government Center during his trial proceedings. — Minnesota State Trooper Ryan Londregan attended a court proceeding at the Hennepin County Government Center in Downtown Minneapolis. He is accused of the killing of Ricky Cobb II during a traffic stop in July 2023. His arrival was met with a large gathering of supporters, many of whom arrived in private buses and vans, underscoring the public attention surrounding the trial.

Supporters wearing maroon shirts gather inside the Hennepin County Government Center for a court hearing regarding Minnesota State Trooper Ryan Londregan. — Supporters of Minnesota State Trooper Ryan Londregan gather at the Hennepin County Government Center in Downtown Minneapolis. They are present for a court hearing concerning Londregan, who is accused of killing Ricky Cobb II during a traffic stop in July. Many attendees wear shirts expressing solidarity with the State Trooper.

US Bank Stadium with 311 Billboard — US Bank Stadium in downtown Minneapolis displays the announcement of quarterback J.J. McCarthy as the Minnesota Vikings' 10th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. Completed in 2016, this multi-purpose stadium serves as the home field for the Minnesota Vikings, replacing the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome.

Minnesota Vikings Round 1 draft pick — US Bank Stadium in downtown Minneapolis displays the announcement of J.J. McCarthy as the 10th overall pick in the NFL Draft. The Minnesota Vikings selected the Michigan quarterback, a significant moment for the franchise. Opened in 2016, US Bank Stadium serves as the home field for the Vikings and a prominent venue for major events in the city.

Irene Hixon Whitney Bridge in Loring Park, Minneapolis — The Irene Hixon Whitney Bridge links Loring Park to the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden and Walker Art Center, carrying pedestrians and cyclists over the sunken lanes of Interstate 94/394. Artist Siah Armajani designed the span, which opened in 1988 and is named for a longtime Minneapolis park board commissioner and philanthropist. In the distance, the copper dome of the Basilica of Saint Mary rises above the skyline; completed in 1926 and designed by Emmanuel Masqueray, it was the first basilica established in the United States and remains co-cathedral of the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis.

Storm clouds and Loring Pond — The downtown Minneapolis skyline rises beyond Loring Park, a significant urban green space established in the late 19th century. From Loring Pond, the city's commercial core is visible, featuring prominent structures like the IDS Center and Capella Tower, which represent a blend of modern glass high-rises and historic brick architecture. As one of Minneapolis's oldest parks, Loring Park provides a natural respite for residents and visitors.

Orpheum Theatre on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis during a crowd for Disney’s The Lion King. — Orpheum Theatre on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis hosts Disney’s The Lion King as theatergoers line up outside the venue. The Orpheum is one of the principal historic theaters on Hennepin Avenue and remains a major stop for Broadway touring productions in the city’s theater district.

Rideshares just a ride not your ride or die — A new billboard on Hennepin Ave in downtown Minneapolis from “Ride Sure”. Per it’s website, the campaign by the owner of Blue & White Taxi wants to debunk what it says are myths that rideshare is a better alternative to taxis.

Long line at Pourhouse nightclub in Minneapolis — A crowd gathers outside The Pourhouse nightclub on S 5th Street in Downtown Minneapolis. This gathering occurred on a busy night for the city's nightlife, following concerts by Fall Out Boy at the Target Center and Chris Stapleton at US Bank Stadium.

Big crowds waiting for Downtown Minneapolis trains — Crowds gather at the Warehouse District/Hennepin Light Rail Transit (LRT) station in Downtown Minneapolis on the evening of April 6.

Last Call Bar Entrance at Dusk on N 5th Street

Nicollet Mall during blue hour — The Wells Fargo Center, illuminated in gold, rises above Nicollet Mall in Downtown Minneapolis at night.

Pedicab outside concert club in Minneapolis — A pedicab travels along N 7th Street in downtown Minneapolis, passing the prominent First Avenue concert venue and The Depot Tavern. First Avenue, known for its star-studded facade, opened in 1970 as a music club within a building that originally functioned as a Greyhound bus depot starting in 1937.

Minneapolis skyline from I35W in April 2024 — The Downtown Minneapolis skyline rises above Interstate 35W, a vital north-south freeway corridor, as seen in April 2024.

Box that reads Pay Box As You Enter — A box that reads "Pay box as you enter" "$10.00 Add'l service charge if fee not paid in advance"

Minneapolis Police Department patrol vehicles stationed on a downtown street and sidewalk during evening hours. — Minneapolis Police Department patrol vehicles are stationed in Downtown Minneapolis. One squad car is positioned on the sidewalk, while another is on the adjacent street.

Cars on the interstate and downtown Minneapoplis skyline — Downtown Minneapolis, viewed from Interstate 35W in South Minneapolis in March 2024.

Reflections on side of glass tower at sunset — RBC Gateway and The Churchill towers in Downtown Minneapolis. Reflections from Wells Fargo Tower on the side of RBC Gateway during sunset.

Century Plaza building undergoes renovation to house the Minneapolis Police 1st Precinct station in downtown Minneapolis. — The Century Plaza building in Downtown Minneapolis is undergoing renovation to house the new Minneapolis Police 1st Precinct station.

Century Plaza building under renovation for Minneapolis Police 1st Precinct station in downtown Minneapolis skyline. — Century Plaza in Downtown Minneapolis is undergoing renovation to become the new Minneapolis Police 1st Precinct station.

The Century Plaza building on South 12th Street in downtown Minneapolis undergoes renovation for the new Minneapolis Police 1st Precinct. — The Century Plaza building on S 12th Street in Downtown Minneapolis is undergoing renovation. This structure is being adapted to serve as the new Minneapolis Police 1st Precinct police station.

Pedestrians and cyclists walk and ride across the Stone Arch Bridge in downtown Minneapolis with historic brick buildings behind. — Pedestrians and cyclists traverse the Stone Arch Bridge in downtown Minneapolis during March 2024. Constructed in 1883 by railroad magnate James J. Hill, this historic structure was originally built for the Great Northern Railway and remains the only stone arch bridge spanning the Mississippi River.

TRIP Outreach workers engage with riders on the platform at Warehouse District/Hennepin Station in downtown Minneapolis. — TRIP Outreach workers engage with riders at the Warehouse District/Hennepin Station, a key Light Rail Transit (LRT) stop in downtown Minneapolis. TRIP Outreach workers on the platform.

Transit Service Intervention Project outreach workers in safety vests stand on a downtown Minneapolis light rail platform. — Transit Service Intervention Project (TSIP) outreach workers are stationed on a light rail platform in Downtown Minneapolis. The TSIP program, which includes "Violence Interrupters," operates within the Metro Transit system to enhance public safety and de-escalate conflicts.

Fans queue outside The Depot Tavern on 7th Street in Minneapolis before a performance by The Snuts. — Fans gather outside the 7th St Entry in downtown Minneapolis on March 10, 2024, awaiting a performance by The Snuts.

Tom's Watch Bar storefront on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis illuminated at night during Big Ten Tournament. — Tom's Watch Bar on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis draws large crowds during the Big Ten Tournaments.

Flagpole on top of large building downtown — An American Flag on top of the Embassy Suites hotel in downtown Minneapolis.

The Gay 90's nightclub entrance on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis displays signage and storefront branding. — The exterior of the Gay 90's nightclub stands on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis. This establishment has operated as a prominent LGBTQ+ nightclub and entertainment venue for decades.

The vintage Grain Belt Beer sign illuminates at dusk on Nicollet Island with Minneapolis skyline and Hennepin Avenue Bridge behind. — The Grain Belt Beer sign, a historic Minneapolis landmark, stands on Nicollet Island overlooking the Mississippi River. Originally installed in 1941, this illuminated sign once advertised the nearby Grain Belt Brewery, which operated in Northeast Minneapolis. In the background, the Hennepin Avenue Bridge, the first bridge to cross the Mississippi River at Minneapolis, connects downtown with the city's northeast side.

Hells Kitchen sign downtown — The illuminated sign for Hell's Kitchen restaurant stands on South 9th Street in downtown Minneapolis.

Minneapolis Police squad cars parked on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis at night. — Minneapolis Police squad cars are positioned on Hennepin Avenue bike lanes near S 8th Street in Downtown Minneapolis on the night of March 1, 2024.

Police car parked outside Target headquarters on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis at night. — Minneapolis police officers are visible inside the flagship Target store on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis at night.

Pedestrians and vehicles gather outside the illuminated Orpheum Theatre on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis at night. — Patrons gather outside the Orpheum Theatre on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis in March 2024. Opened in 1921 as a vaudeville house, the Orpheum Theatre is a significant part of Minneapolis's historic Hennepin Avenue theater district.

Minneapolis Skyscraper seen from South — The downtown Minneapolis skyline, featuring prominent structures such as the IDS Center and Capella Tower, is illuminated at night, as viewed from the Martin Olav Sabo Bridge in February 2024. Completed in 1972, the IDS Center was the tallest building in Minneapolis for decades, serving as a key commercial hub. The Capella Tower, finished in 1992, further defines the city's financial district. The Martin Olav Sabo Bridge, opened in 2007, is a pedestrian and bicycle bridge that forms a crucial link in the Midtown Greenway, an important urban trail system.

Foggy 2nd Avenue North in Downtown Minneapolis at night. — 2nd Avenue North in Downtown Minneapolis on a foggy night. Wet pavement and streetlights create low visibility along the block.

Orpheum Theatre marquee on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis at night. — The Orpheum Theatre on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis in January 2024. The theater is one of the city’s major historic performing arts venues and hosts touring Broadway productions, concerts, and other stage performances.

Lit up theater sign in Minneapolis — Lit up sign at the Orpheum Theatre on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis. January 2024.

Foggy night with cars parked on side of road in Minneapolis — A foggy January night in 2024 illuminates North 1st Avenue in Downtown Minneapolis.

Minneapolis Police squads outside the precinct — Minneapolis Police Department squad cars are parked outside the 1st Precinct station in downtown Minneapolis.

Black Violin, Baby Shark, Randy Rainbow on marquee — The illuminated marquee of the historic State Theatre stands on Hennepin Avenue in Downtown Minneapolis. Opened in 1921, the State Theatre is a significant performing arts venue, originally designed as a movie palace and vaudeville house.

RBC Gateway on a rainy foggy night in Minneapolis — The RBC Gateway tower rises above N 4th Street in downtown Minneapolis on a rainy night in January 2024. Completed in 2022, this 37-story skyscraper serves as a prominent mixed-use development, housing offices for RBC Wealth Management and other businesses, alongside residential units.

US Bank Stadium and Mill City Museum neon signs — The Washburn A Mill, once the world's largest flour mill, stands illuminated along the Mississippi River in Minneapolis. This historic structure now houses the Mill City Museum, which interprets the city's industrial past as a global flour milling center. In the background, the contemporary architecture of US Bank Stadium signifies Minneapolis's modern urban landscape.

Chain-link fencing secured with a "One Way" directional sign and video surveillance notice at US Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. — US Bank Stadium opened in 2016 as the home of the NFL's Minnesota Vikings, replacing the Metrodome on the same downtown Minneapolis site. The stadium's angular exterior is clad in zinc panels and features the largest ETFE glass roof panel in the Americas. Beyond football, the venue has hosted Super Bowl LII, the NCAA Final Four, and large-scale concerts, drawing on its capacity of roughly 66,000 seats for football and more for other events. Security measures, including fencing and posted video surveillance notices, are common around the stadium's perimeter during events and off-hours alike.

Chain-link fencing surrounds US Bank Stadium in downtown Minneapolis at night. — US Bank Stadium sits at 401 Chicago Avenue in downtown Minneapolis, opened in 2016 as the home of the NFL's Minnesota Vikings. The venue cost roughly $1.1 billion to build and seats about 66,000 for football, with capacity expanding past 70,000 for concerts and other events. Its exterior uses a distinctive angled roofline of zinc panels and the largest ETFE glass doors in the world, five panes that open to the surrounding plaza. Beyond Vikings games, the stadium has hosted Super Bowl LII, the NCAA Final Four, and X Games Minneapolis. Metal barricades of the kind seen here are standard equipment for managing crowds during major events at the site.

Blue chain-link fencing and barriers surround US Bank Stadium in downtown Minneapolis at dusk. — US Bank Stadium, home of the Minnesota Vikings, opened in 2016 on the site of the former Metrodome in downtown Minneapolis. The venue seats about 66,000 for football and holds a roof made of ETFE panels, the largest such installation in North America at the time of construction. Beyond NFL games, the stadium has hosted Super Bowl LII, the 2018 NCAA Final Four, and numerous concerts. Crowd-control barriers and chain-link fencing of the kind seen here are routinely set up around the perimeter for event security and pedestrian management on game days.

Audacy Sign at WCCO Radio’s Minneapolis Office Entrance

Hyatt Centric hotel illuminated sign with decorative gold trim at night in downtown Minneapolis. — Hyatt Centric is a lifestyle brand launched by Hyatt Hotels Corporation in 2015, aimed at travelers who want to be near a city's cultural and business districts rather than in a traditional resort setting. The downtown Minneapolis property sits within walking distance of Nicollet Mall and the city's core financial and entertainment corridor.

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