PLAN YOUR WEEKEND
MEET MINNEAPOLIS VISITOR CENTER
Doors Open Minneapolis has so much to offer that it's impossible for anyone to experience in a day - but the Meet Minneapolis Visitor Center is here to help you try! We provide recommendations on experiences, restaurants, things to see, and the best ways to get around the city. During Doors Open weekend on May 18 and 19, come visit us at 505 Nicollet Mall to pick up your official program guide and get helpful directions, refuel with a free snack, and check out our apparel and souvenirs from local artists and retailers. Directions and hours can be found online at www.minneapolis.org.
FREE PUBLIC TRANSIT
Make this weekend a Metro Transit adventure! Thank you to our friends at Metro Transit for providing free public transit for all during Doors Open Minneapolis.
Free ride passes can be used May 18 and 19, 9:00 am – 6:00 pm.
Download your free ride passes here:
MAY 18, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
MAY 19, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Use the Metro Transit Trip Planner at www.metrotransit.org to plan your route.
See the map below for prominent Downtown Minneapolis bus and train lines.
Map designed in partnership with
FREE PARKING
Park in these ramps and lots for free during Doors Open weekend. Unless otherwise noted, the following locations will have free parking May 18 and 19, 9:00 am – 6:00 pm:
10th & LaSalle Ramp – 915 LaSalle Ave
16th Ave Surface Lot – 1500 S 4th St
Basilica Surface Lot – 13 N 17th St
Farmer’s Market Lot – 225 E Lyndale Ave N
Federal Reserve Lot (NOTE: 9:30AM – 5:30PM) – Corner of 2nd Ave N & Azine Alley
Hennepin Healthcare Ramp (NOTE: 9AM – 3PM SATURDAY ONLY) – 821 Park Ave
Jerry Haaf Memorial Ramp – 424 S 4th St
LaSalle Parking Ramp (Scan QR and use promo code: THEATRE2024) – 910 LaSalle Ave
TractorWorks Building Ramp – 900 Washington Ave N
Vineland Place Ramp – 727 Vineland Pl
Go to https://www.doorsopenminneapolis.org/venues-2024 for a map of free parking options.
MINNEAPOLIS SKETCH WALK
Presented by
Join Urban Sketchers Twin Cities Saturday May 18 for a sketch walk to see downtown Minneapolis, one sketch at a time. Spend a part of your day drawing Doors Open venues and city sights – no experience needed! A special event drawing kit will be provided by sponsor Wet Paint, and Urban Sketchers Twin Cities will be there to help get you started with sketching tips and tricks. Urban Sketchers Twin Cities will be sketching at the following locations and times:
10:00 am – 12:30 pm: Peavey Plaza and Orchestra Hall
Meeting Point: Peavey Plaza (Rain location: Orchestra Hall) at 10:00 am
2:30 pm – 5:00 pm: Open Book, Red Lake Nation College, and Canopy by Hilton Mill District
Meeting Point: Open Book at 2:30 pm
Limited Edition Coloring Book
Pick up a Doors Open 2024 Coloring Book at select venues during the event! Add color to four beloved Doors Open venues: Architectural Antiques, Foshay Tower, Minneapolis City Hall, and Orchestra Hall. Download a digital copy of the coloring book and individual coloring sheets to print at www.doorsopenminneapolis.org. Illustrations created by local artist Phil Hoch. Sponsored by the Mall of America Crayola Experience.
RESTAURANT, HOTEL, & RETAILER DISCOUNTS
Enjoy special offers from Minneapolis businesses when you’re out exploring our city during Doors Open Minneapolis!
Offers are valid during business hours May 18 and 19, unless otherwise noted.
Thank you to mpls downtown council for securing these great Doors Open deals!
AC Hotel Minneapolis Downtown 401 Hennepin Ave
Unwind at AC Hotel Minneapolis Downtown's Happy Hour, 5-7pm daily! Enjoy delicious, crafted cocktails.
Bad Axe Throwing (City Center) 611 Hennepin Ave
Purchase a 45-minute axe or knife throwing session and receive 35% off a consecutive knife or axe throwing session at the City Center location.
Boludo (Downtown) 530 S 4th St
Empanada/churro donut and pizza/churro donut combo specials.
Bonobos 125 N Washington Ave, Ste 125A
20% off orders for first time shoppers. Buy 3 get 20% off dress shirts, pants, and chinos.
Canopy by Hilton Minneapolis 708 S 3rd St
Buy one get one free flatbreads at Umbra during lunch and dinner hours.
Corner Coffee (Downtown) 514 N 3rd St, #102
Buy one get one free on all drinks.
CRAVE American Kitchen & Sushi Bar 825 Hennepin Ave
Receive $10 off any purchase of $30 or more.
Expansive TriTech Center 331 2nd Ave S
Free day passes and tours during event hours. 10% off and a second month free for a Private Office on a 12-month term if you sign within the same month as the event. Contact Ann Vanberg at 218-276-5980 to arrange.
Fulton Brewing Company (Northeast) 2540 2nd St NE
Visit Fulton Brewing Company’s NE Minneapolis Brewery. Fulton’s owners and brewers will be on site to tell Fulton’s story and allow visitors a behind-the-scenes tour of the NE production facility. Enjoy free samples and beer garden after your visit.
Haskell’s Minneapolis (Downtown) 81 S 9th St, #130
Haskell’s turns 90 this year! 9 x $90 by the case win offerings, store tastings, and social media giveaways.
Hen House Eatery 114 S 8th St
Buy one get one free dessert. Limit 5.
Hyatt Regency Minneapolis 1300 Nicollet Mall
Visit the Hyatt Regency Minneapolis website and select your stay dates with amazing savings at Hyatt Regency Minneapolis. Located on Nicollet Mall, Hyatt Regency Minneapolis features an indoor swimming pool, a 30,000 sq. ft. athletic facility with a basketball court, and a variety of guest room options in addition to our award-winning restaurant, Prairie Bar & Kitchen.
The Local – Minneapolis 931 Nicollet Mall
$10 off any purchase of $40 or more with the mention of Doors Open Minneapolis.
Marquette Hotel 710 S Marquette Ave
TopGolf Swing Suite overnight package includes 1-hour TopGolf on site plus $25 credit.
Mother Clucker’s Pizza 1428 Nicollet Ave
$5 off any purchase of $25 or more. Present this promotion to your server to have the discount applied.
The Nicollet Diner 1333 Nicollet Mall
$5 off any purchase of $25 or more. Present this promotion to your server to have the discount applied.
Number 12 Cider 614 N 5th St
Free cidery tours at Number 12 Cider on May 18 and 19 from 12 – 4pm. Come learn something new and explore the world of cider. The tour is led by one of our owners and it will include a bit about our history, a tour of the production area, a bit on how we make cider and more. Check in at the bar, tours begin at 12PM, 1PM, 2PM and 3PM both days.
On the RoX 1333 Nicollet Mall
$5 off any purchase of $25 or more. Present this promotion to your server to have the discount applied.
Planet Smoothie 651 Nicollet Mall, #113
10% off any smoothie.
Roxy’s Cabaret 1333 Nicollet Mall
$5 off any purchase of $25 or more. Present this promotion to your server to have the discount applied.
Unleashed Hounds and Hops 200 East Lyndale Ave N
Buy one get one free dog playtimes.
2024 SPONSORS
FOLLOW US!
Facebook: Doors Open Minneapolis Instagram: @doorsopenmpls X: @doorsopenmpls