Minneapolis Convention Center — Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Where is Minneapolis Convention Center located?

Minneapolis Convention Center is located at 1301 2nd Avenue SouthMinneapolis, MN 55403, Minneapolis, USA.

Q: How many trade fairs are held at Minneapolis Convention Center?

Minneapolis Convention Center hosts 13 trade fairs in our database.

Q: What are the upcoming trade fairs at Minneapolis Convention Center?

Upcoming fairs: OUTDOOR RETAILER SNOW SHOW 2026, OUTDOOR RETAILER MARKET 2026, ATX MINNEAPOLIS 2026, FILTREXPO 2026, ADVANCED DESIGN & MANUFACTURING MINNEAPOLIS 2026.

Q: How do I set up a hanging sign at Minneapolis Convention Center?

At Minneapolis Convention Center: Rigging moderate. Order rigging 4-6 weeks ahead with structural drawings, fire-retardant certification, and weight approval.

Q: How do I order electrical outlets and power for my booth at Minneapolis Convention Center?

At Minneapolis Convention Center: Electrical sometimes union. Book 4-8 weeks ahead through the show's official portal.

Q: What is material handling (drayage) at Minneapolis Convention Center?

At Minneapolis Convention Center: Freight moderate. Freight is weighed on arrival and billed by hundredweight (CWT).

Q: Who handles booth installation and dismantling at Minneapolis Convention Center?

At Minneapolis Convention Center: Some union influence. Order I&D through the official show contractor at least 3 weeks before the event.

Q: What city is Minneapolis Convention Center in?

Minneapolis Convention Center is located in Minneapolis, USA.

Q: How do I get to Minneapolis Convention Center?

Directions to Minneapolis Convention Center in Minneapolis are available via taxi, public transit, or rental car. Check the venue website for parking and shuttle details.

Question 1

Where is Minneapolis Convention Center located?

Answer

Minneapolis Convention Center is located at 1301 2nd Avenue SouthMinneapolis, MN 55403, Minneapolis, USA. Visit venue website.

Question 2

How many trade fairs are held at Minneapolis Convention Center?

Answer

Minneapolis Convention Center hosts 13 trade fairs in our database. See all fairs at this venue.

Question 3

What are the upcoming trade fairs at Minneapolis Convention Center?

Answer

Upcoming trade fairs at Minneapolis Convention Center:

OUTDOOR RETAILER SNOW SHOW 2026 — August 18, 2026 (Sports, Fashion - Clothing)
OUTDOOR RETAILER MARKET 2026 — August 18, 2026 (Fashion - Clothing, Sports)
ATX MINNEAPOLIS 2026 — October 27, 2026 (Industrial Controllers, CAD/CAM - Design - Modelisation, Robotics, Applied Computer & Industrial Engineering, Metal Working Industries, Rapid Prototyping & Additive Manufacturing, Knowledge Based Systems & Artificial Intelligence, Sciences for Engineers - Research & Development)
FILTREXPO 2026 — October 27, 2026 (Chemical Process, Technical Textiles, Advanced Materials, Sciences for Engineers - Research & Development)
ADVANCED DESIGN & MANUFACTURING MINNEAPOLIS 2026 — October 27, 2026 (CAD/CAM - Design - Modelisation, Applied Computer & Industrial Engineering, Machines-tools - Tools, Electronic Design & Components, Plastics, Rubber, Composites, Metal Working Industries, Logistics & Transportation Engineering - Handling Operations - Storage)
MD&M MINNEAPOLIS 2026 — October 27, 2026 (Equipments & Technologies for Medical and Surgery, Laboratory Equipment & Technologies, Health Professionals, Real Time Systems & Embedded Systems, Rapid Prototyping & Additive Manufacturing)
MINNPACK 2026 — October 27, 2026 (Packaging, Industrial Controllers, Logistics & Transportation Engineering - Handling Operations - Storage, Printing, Editing, Graphic Design)
PLASTEC MINNEAPOLIS 2026 — October 27, 2026 (Plastics, Rubber, Composites, Mould & Die, Aeronautics - Space, Automotive Engineering - Systems & Components, Equipments & Technologies for Medical and Surgery, Subcontracting, Suppliers & Partners)
MD&M MIDWEST 2026 — October 27, 2026 (Equipments & Technologies for Medical and Surgery, Laboratory Equipment & Technologies, Health Professionals, Real Time Systems & Embedded Systems, Rapid Prototyping & Additive Manufacturing)

Question 4

How can I rent a booth at Minneapolis Convention Center?

Answer

Booth rental for events at Minneapolis Convention Center spans space-only, shell scheme, and custom turnkey options depending on the organizer. Submit a booth inquiry → and AFFAEL will match you with vetted exhibit providers familiar with this venue.

Question 5

How do I set up a hanging sign at Minneapolis Convention Center?

Answer

At Minneapolis Convention Center: Rigging moderate. Order 4-6 weeks ahead with structural drawings, fire-retardant certification, and weight/dimension approval.

Question 6

How do I order electrical outlets and power for my booth at Minneapolis Convention Center?

Answer

At Minneapolis Convention Center: Electrical sometimes union. Book 4-8 weeks ahead through the show's official organizer portal.

Question 7

What is material handling (drayage) at Minneapolis Convention Center?

Answer

At Minneapolis Convention Center: Freight moderate. Freight is weighed on arrival and billed by the hundredweight (CWT).

Question 8

Who handles booth installation and dismantling at Minneapolis Convention Center?

Answer

At Minneapolis Convention Center: Some union influence. Order I&D through the official show contractor at least 3 weeks before the event.

Question 9

What city is Minneapolis Convention Center in?

Answer

Minneapolis Convention Center is located in Minneapolis, USA.

Question 10

How do I get to Minneapolis Convention Center?

Answer

Directions to Minneapolis Convention Center in Minneapolis are available via taxi, public transit, or rental car. Check the venue website for parking, shuttle details, and exact transit info.