Ricky Rubio wheat pasting seen on Hennepin Avenue in July 2025.

"Before I came, I had heard this was a cold place, but I found some of the warmest people here."

Downtown Minneapolis glows under the evening lights as crowds gather near Tom’s Watch Bar on Hennepin Avenue. Overhead, a bold skyway advertisement declares “WOLVES BACK,” celebrating the return of the Minnesota Timberwolves just blocks from Target Center. Cars idle at the intersection of 6th Street, their headlights blending with the neon reflections from bars and storefronts. It’s a familiar urban rhythm — sports, nightlife, and city energy converging in the heart of Minneapolis.

Fans in downtown Minneapolis heading to Target Center for a Minnesota Timberwolves playoff game.

A block party during the 2024 Minnesota Timberwolves playoff run.

Tom's Watch Bar in Downtown Minneapolis during Minnesota Timberwolves Western Conference Finals game.

Naz Reid banner seen in the Minneapolis North Loop.

Wolves Back on a skyway in Downtown Minneapolis as the Minnesota Timberwolves continue a playoff run.