Downtown Minneapolis

1,173 photos · 2009–2026

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

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.

Century Plaza Renovation Beneath the Foshay Tower, Minneapolis

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 Exterior During 1st Precinct Renovation

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.

The Churchill and RBC Gateway at Twilight in Downtown Minneapolis

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

Downtown Minneapolis from I-35W, March 2024

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.

Minneapolis Police Vehicles Parked Along a Downtown Street

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"

Pay Box As You Enter

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.

Downtown Minneapolis Skyline from I-35W Bridge, April 2024

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.

Pedicab Passes The Depot Tavern on N 7th Street

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

Wells Fargo Center Framed by Nicollet Mall Sculpture at Night

Last Call bar logo on their front door
The entrance to Last Call bar is located on N 5th Street in Downtown Minneapolis.

Last Call Bar Entrance at Dusk on N 5th Street

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.

Late Night Crowds at Warehouse District/Hennepin Station

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.

Lines Outside The Pourhouse Nightclub on South 5th Street

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.

“Ride Sure” Billboard Along Hennepin Avenue

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.

Crowds Cross Hennepin Avenue for “The Lion King” at the Orpheum Theatre

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.

Minneapolis Skyline from Loring Park, Early Spring Storm Clouds

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.

Irene Hixon Whitney Bridge in Loring Park, Minneapolis

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.

US Bank Stadium, Minneapolis: J.J. McCarthy 10th Pick

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.

US Bank Stadium, Minneapolis: J.J. McCarthy Draft Pick

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.

“We Stand With Trooper Londregan” Supporters Line Up at Hennepin County Center

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.

Ryan Londregan Arrives for Court at Hennepin County Government Center

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.

Charter Buses Bring Supporters to Londregan Hearing

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.

Katie Storm and Tim Laudner Broadcast for Bally Sports at Target Field

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.

Jhoan Duran at Target Field, player intro on video board

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.

Light Rail Platform Outside Sneaky Pete’s in the Warehouse District

"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.

“Wolves Back” Banner on the Hennepin Avenue Skyway

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.

Porsche Cayman Heads Down Hennepin Avenue at Dusk

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.

Crossing Washington Avenue Beneath the Grain Belt Sign

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.

Canadian Wildfire Smoke Drifts Over Lake of the Isles

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.

Roxy’s Cabaret 24/7 Diner, 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.

Capella Tower and the Minneapolis Skyline from Bde Maka Ska

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

Looking Up Inside the Hennepin County Government Center Atrium

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.

State Theatre Marquee Welcomes Back Charles Barkley

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.

Mounted Police Patrol Downtown Minneapolis Streets

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.

Street Closed for Timberwolves Playoff Crowd in Downtown Minneapolis

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".

“Virus and Covid Is a Hoax” Sign Near the Lofton Hotel

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.

Line Forms on Hennepin Avenue for Tom’s Watch Bar During Playoffs

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.

Police Procession for Officer Jamal Mitchell in Downtown Minneapolis

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.

Police Procession Outside Hennepin County Medical Center for Officer Jamal Mitchell

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.

Colorful Arch Lighting During Stone Arch Bridge Construction

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.

Downtown Skyline Reflected in Peavey Plaza’s Pools

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’s Reflecting Pool in Downtown Minneapolis

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.

Pedestrians Pass the Bob Dylan Mural in Downtown Minneapolis

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.

Downtown Minneapolis Skyline and Stadium at Dusk

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.

Aerial View of Kenilworth Tunnel Construction Near 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.

Lightning Strikes Downtown Minneapolis Skyline June 2024

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.

Pizza Luce on North 1st Street in Downtown Minneapolis

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.

Alaska Airlines Jet Descends Past Capella Tower in Minneapolis

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.

Crossing Nicollet Mall at Sunset Near Target’s Flagship Store

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.

Sun Country Jet Passes Between Downtown Minneapolis Towers

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.

Prince Celebration Mural on a Hennepin Avenue Storefront Door

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.

Prince Mural Towers Over “Celebration” Stage at Dusk

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.

Downtown Minneapolis Skyline Behind the Gold Medal Flour Silos in Fog

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

Nicollet Island after a week of rain

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.

Target Center Lit Up for U.S. Olympic Gymnastics Trials

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.

Olympic Rings at Night Near Target Center’s “Gymnastics City USA” Skyway

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.

Aerial View of Pride Crowds Outside The Saloon in Minneapolis

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 on First Avenue Near Target Center During Olympic Trials

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.

Fans Gather Beneath the Target Center Sign for Olympic Trials

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

Green Day billboard in 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.

Evening Diners Fill The Local Irish Pub’s Patio on Nicollet Mall

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.

Chalk Graffiti on the Warehouse District Live Board

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.

Late-Night Line at a Food Truck in the Warehouse District

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.

Crowd Outside Gay 90’s Nightclub on Hennepin Avenue

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.

Evening Crowd on Dario’s Patio in the North Loop

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.

Streetlamp and Skyway Reflections in Downtown Minneapolis

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.

Foshay Tower Reflected Behind a Metro Transit Bus

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.

“Stand Here Take Pic”: Alley Creations Chalk Art in Downtown Minneapolis

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

Evening Commute Along Nicollet Mall in Downtown Minneapolis

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

Skyway at Target Headquarters

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.

Capella Tower Lit Red, White, and Blue Amid Tim Walz VP Buzz

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

Tesla Cybertruck at 801 Chophouse Valet, Minneapolis

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.

Green Day Concert at Target Field, Downtown Minneapolis

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.

Breonna Taylor and George Floyd Graffiti at the Former Sheraton on Chicago Ave

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.

Cyclist Passes The Local’s Patio on Nicollet Mall

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.

Flags Fly Above the Foshay Tower at Dusk

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.

“The Abandoned Hayride” Billboard Near the Minneapolis Skyline

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.

Downtown Minneapolis High-Rises Above Autumn Foliage

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.

Supermoon Behind the IDS Center and RBC Plaza

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.

Target Store on Nicollet Mall, Downtown Minneapolis

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.

Conversation Near a Cookie Cart in Downtown Minneapolis

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.

“Let’s Go Lynx” Banner at First Avenue in Downtown Minneapolis

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.

Crowd Gathers Outside State Theatre on Hennepin Avenue

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.

Spoonbridge and Cherry Sculpture, Minneapolis Sculpture Garden

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 the Snow at Minneapolis Sculpture Garden

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.

Snowy Night at Warehouse District Station Near Sneaky Pete’s

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.

Snowy Sidewalk Near Bunker’s Music Bar & Grill in the North Loop

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.

Sunset Over the Ford Center and Target Field Station

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.

Minneapolis Skyway: Illuminated Metal Wall

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."

The Oceanaire Seafood Room, 50 South Sixth, Minneapolis

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

Pedestrians on Hennepin Avenue Near Augie’s Strip Club

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

Snowy Traffic on North 5th Street in Downtown Minneapolis

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.

Site Work at the New Minneapolis 1st Precinct Station

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.

Diners Under Umbrellas at the Chelsea on Ocean Drive

Patrons sit at the bar inside Barrio Tequila Bar on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis.
Barrio is a Mexican restaurant and tequila bar on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis.

Tequila Bar Sign at Barrio on Nicollet Mall

Trump and Vance portraits inside the Wellstone Building in downtown Minneapolis.
Portraits of President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance hang inside the Wellstone Building in downtown Minneapolis. The building is named for former U.S. Senator Paul Wellstone.

Trump and Vance portraits in the Wellstone Building

Dancing at Last Call Bar in Downtown Minneapolis
Patrons socialize and dance inside the Last Call bar, located on N 5th Street in downtown Minneapolis.

Late-Night Crowd Inside Last Call on N 5th Street

Metro Transit light rail train crossing Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis at night.
Metro Transit's light rail system connects downtown Minneapolis with St. Paul and the surrounding suburbs, carrying passengers on the Blue and Green Lines. The Warehouse District/Hennepin Avenue station serves as a key downtown stop, positioned near First Avenue and the district's cluster of bars, restaurants, and music venues.

METRO Green Line Train Crossing Hennepin Avenue in the Warehouse District

Cowboy Jacks Rooftop Patio April 2025
The rooftop patio at Cowboy Jack's in downtown Minneapolis is shown in April 2025.

Fans Fill the Rooftop Patio at Cowboy Jack’s in Minneapolis

Fans head to Minnesota Timberwolves playoff game
Fans walk along Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis, heading to Target Center for a Minnesota Timberwolves playoff game.

Fans with Anthony Edwards Jerseys Cross Hennepin Avenue

Tom’s Watch Bar on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis displays a “WOLVES BACK” banner above the street.
Tom’s Watch Bar on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis displays a “WOLVES BACK” banner during Minnesota Timberwolves playoff excitement near Target Center. The bar sits at 6th Street and Hennepin Avenue, where crowds gathered outside on the evening of May 22, 2025.

Wolves Back at Tom’s Watch Bar, Minneapolis

Outdoor movie screening at The Commons park in downtown Minneapolis with audience seated on grass.
The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board hosting a free outdoor movie night under a June full moon. The park sits just across from US Bank Stadium.

Outdoor Screening of “Twilight” at The Commons Under a Full Moon

Metro Transit light rail train on N 5th Street in downtown Minneapolis at night with brick buildings and storefronts.
A Metro Transit light rail train travels along N 5th Street in downtown Minneapolis, a corridor known for its entertainment venues.

Metro Transit Train Along North 5th Street at Night

Metro Transit light rail train departing Downtown Minneapolis at sunset with skyline in background.
A Metro Transit light rail train departs Downtown Minneapolis at sunset. The Blue Line, the first segment, commenced operations in 2004, followed by the Green Line in 2014.

Light Rail Train Leaving the Minneapolis Skyline at Dusk

Cowboy Jack's bar and restaurant on North 5th Street in downtown Minneapolis at night with rooftop crowd and illuminated
Cowboy Jack's, a multi-story bar and restaurant, is located on North 5th Street in Downtown Minneapolis. Known for its cowboy theme and sports bar atmosphere.

Nightlife at Cowboy Jack’s on North 5th Street

Good Trouble protesters at Government Center
Protesters in Downtown Minneapolis as part of nationwide “Good trouble lives on” protests. Organizers say “Good Trouble Lives On is a national day of action to respond to the attacks on our civil and human rights by the Trump administration. Together, we’ll remind them that in America, the power lies with the people.” After gathering at the Hennepin County Government Center listening to speakers such as Toussaint Morrison, Nekima Levy Armstrong, and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan they marched through Downtown Minneapolis.

Giant Sun Banner at Good Trouble Rally, Government Center Fountain

Mutts Yes Musk No Good Trouble Protester in Minneapolis
Protesters in Downtown Minneapolis as part of nationwide “Good trouble lives on” protests. Organizers say “Good Trouble Lives On is a national day of action to respond to the attacks on our civil and human rights by the Trump administration. Together, we’ll remind them that in America, the power lies with the people.” After gathering at the Hennepin County Government Center listening to speakers such as Toussaint Morrison, Nekima Levy Armstrong, and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan they marched through Downtown Minneapolis.

Dog Wears “Mutts: Yes, Musk: No” Sign at Good Trouble Protest

Traitor Trump Has Got To Go protest sign
Protesters in Downtown Minneapolis as part of nationwide “Good trouble lives on” protests. Organizers say “Good Trouble Lives On is a national day of action to respond to the attacks on our civil and human rights by the Trump administration. Together, we’ll remind them that in America, the power lies with the people.” After gathering at the Hennepin County Government Center listening to speakers such as Toussaint Morrison, Nekima Levy Armstrong, and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan they marched through Downtown Minneapolis.

“GOP” Hat Caricature Sign at Good Trouble Protest in Minneapolis

Trump is a Pedo protest sign in Minneapolis
Protesters in Downtown Minneapolis as part of nationwide “Good trouble lives on” protests. Organizers say “Good Trouble Lives On is a national day of action to respond to the attacks on our civil and human rights by the Trump administration. Together, we’ll remind them that in America, the power lies with the people.” After gathering at the Hennepin County Government Center listening to speakers such as Toussaint Morrison, Nekima Levy Armstrong, and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan they marched through Downtown Minneapolis.

“Evidence Trump Is a Pedo” Sign at Good Trouble Protest

Lieutenant Governor and US Senate candidate Peggy Flanagan
Protesters in Downtown Minneapolis as part of nationwide “Good trouble lives on” protests. Organizers say “Good Trouble Lives On is a national day of action to respond to the attacks on our civil and human rights by the Trump administration. Together, we’ll remind them that in America, the power lies with the people.” After gathering at the Hennepin County Government Center listening to speakers such as Toussaint Morrison, Nekima Levy Armstrong, and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan they marched through Downtown Minneapolis.

Peggy Flanagan Speaks at “Good Trouble” Rally in Minneapolis

Large crowd of protesters with signs marches through downtown Minneapolis during a "Good Trouble" civil rights demonstration.
A protest march, part of the nationwide "Good Trouble Lives On" movement, proceeds through Downtown Minneapolis. The event, organized to respond to attacks on civil and human rights by the Trump administration, began with a gathering at the Hennepin County Government Center. Speakers including Toussaint Morrison, Nekima Levy Armstrong, and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan addressed the crowd before the march commenced.

“Good Trouble” March Crowds Nicollet Mall in Minneapolis

Good Trouble protest signs in Downtown Minneapolis
Protesters in Downtown Minneapolis as part of nationwide “Good trouble lives on” protests. Organizers say “Good Trouble Lives On is a national day of action to respond to the attacks on our civil and human rights by the Trump administration. Together, we’ll remind them that in America, the power lies with the people.” After gathering at the Hennepin County Government Center listening to speakers such as Toussaint Morrison, Nekima Levy Armstrong, and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan they marched through Downtown Minneapolis.

“Good Trouble” Marchers Pack Hennepin Avenue

Sunset and Good Trouble Protesters in Downtown Minneapolis
Protesters in Downtown Minneapolis as part of nationwide “Good trouble lives on” protests. Organizers say “Good Trouble Lives On is a national day of action to respond to the attacks on our civil and human rights by the Trump administration. Together, we’ll remind them that in America, the power lies with the people.” After gathering at the Hennepin County Government Center listening to speakers such as Toussaint Morrison, Nekima Levy Armstrong, and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan they marched through Downtown Minneapolis.

“Good Trouble” March Down Marquette Avenue at Sunset

Protester wearing message shirt at Downtown Minneapolis immigration rights demonstration.
Protesters gathered in Downtown Minneapolis as part of the nationwide "Good Trouble Lives On" day of action, organized to address attacks on civil and human rights by the Trump administration. The event began at the Hennepin County Government Center with speakers including Toussaint Morrison, Nekima Levy Armstrong, and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan. Following the speeches, participants marched through Downtown Minneapolis to voice their concerns. Messages displayed on protest attire, such as "FUCK ICE" and "CHINGA LA MIGRA," underscored the protest's focus on immigration policies and human rights.

“Chinga La Migra” and “Fuck ICE” Overalls at Good Trouble March

Crowd gathers at Hennepin County Government Center in Downtown Minneapolis during "Good Trouble" civil rights protest.
A "Good Trouble Lives On" protest convened at the Hennepin County Government Center in Downtown Minneapolis. This national day of action was organized to respond to attacks on civil and human rights. Participants gathered to hear speakers such as Toussaint Morrison, Nekima Levy Armstrong, and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan. Following the rally, protesters marched through Downtown Minneapolis.

Crowd Gathers at the Reflecting Pool During the Good Trouble Rally

Protesters marching through Downtown Minneapolis pass outdoor dining areas during a Good Trouble civil rights demonstration.
A "Good Trouble Lives On" march proceeds through Downtown Minneapolis, passing outdoor dining establishments. This national day of action was organized to respond to attacks on civil and human rights by the Trump administration, asserting that power resides with the people. Participants gathered at the Hennepin County Government Center, hearing speakers such as Toussaint Morrison, Nekima Levy Armstrong, and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan before marching through Downtown Minneapolis.

Diners Watch “Good Trouble” Marchers Pass in Downtown Minneapolis

Protesters march through downtown Minneapolis holding a "Boycott Target" banner during a national civil rights demonstration on
Protesters march through Downtown Minneapolis as part of the "Good Trouble Lives On" national day of action. This nationwide movement responds to attacks on civil and human rights, asserting that power resides with the people. Participants hold signs advocating for a "National Target Boycott" focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion, with a campaign launch date of February 1, 2025, indicated on a prominent banner. The march, which began after a gathering at the Hennepin County Government Center.

“Boycott Target” Banner Leads Good Trouble March in Minneapolis

Protesters carrying signs and flags march through downtown Minneapolis during the Good Trouble Lives On civil rights
Protesters march through Downtown Minneapolis as part of the 'Good Trouble Lives On' national day of action. This protest responds to attacks on civil and human rights, asserting the power of the people. Participants gathered at the Hennepin County Government Center, hearing from speakers including Toussaint Morrison, Nekima Levy Armstrong, and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan, before marching.

“Good Trouble Lives On” Marchers Fill Marquette Avenue

Soccer players compete at Elliot Park in downtown Minneapolis beneath a purple sky colored by Canadian wildfire smoke.
A soccer game takes place at Elliot Park in Downtown Minneapolis under a sky colored by Canadian wildfire smoke. Elliot Park, established in 1883, is one of Minneapolis's oldest parks.

Evening Soccer Match at Elliot Park Beneath the Minneapolis Skyline

Vikings Single Game Tickets Available
US Bank Stadium in Minneapolis features a large digital screen advertising single game tickets for the Minnesota Vikings' upcoming home opener. Completed in 2016, US Bank Stadium serves as the home field for the NFL's Minnesota Vikings. The building replaces the longtime Metrodome which was demolished in 2014. In years prior, the Metrodome roof collapsed after a major snowstorm.

Ticket Board and Kickoff Concert Banner at US Bank Stadium

Minneapolis Police Officer At Downtown Shooting
A Minneapolis police officer maintains a perimeter around a crime scene in Downtown Minneapolis following a double shooting on September 26, 2025. The officer looks on as place cards line the street where bullet casings were found on Hennepin Avenue shortly after rush hour.

Minneapolis Police Officer Guards Hennepin Avenue Shooting Perimeter