Beyoncé's Renaissance World Tour: Navigate Your Night in Minneapolis
Queen Bey is bringing the Renaissance Tour to Minneapolis July 20. Here's what to know.
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Getting There
Public Transportation
Minnesota Valley Transit Authority (MVTA) & SouthWest Transit Service
If you're coming to the show from south of the Twin Cities, there are a couple bus service options for you. Ride with MVTA or SWT. Both are offering $5 round-trip rides to Huntington Bank Stadium. Buses will pick up fans and drop them off at their transit stations. After the concert, board the bus where we dropped you off to return home. Buses leave 20 minutes after the last song.
Rideshare Services
Huntington Bank Stadium has two rideshare drop-off and pick-up locations. After the show, head to the pullout bay on westbound University Avenue, on the south side of the stadium. A second drop-off and pick-up area is by the fire station on Beacon Street between Oak and Ontario Streets.
METRO Bus Routes
Routes 2, 3, and 6 stop at or near Huntington Bank:
- Route 6 southbound (after the show, board at University & Oak St SE)
- Route 2 westbound (board at Oak St SE & Washington Ave)
- Route 2 eastbound (board at Oak St SE & University)
- Route 3A eastbound (board at Pleasant & Jones Hall)
- Route 3 westbound (board at Pleasant & Eddy Hall)
For more information on bus routes and ticketing, visit Metro Transit's website.
The Light Rail
The METRO Green Line connects downtown St. Paul to downtown Minneapolis. Access Huntington Bank Stadium by getting off at Stadium Village Station. After the show, board the Green Line going east or westbound at 10:44pm, 11:08pm, or 11:38pm.
Parking
The University of Minnesota is providing on-campus parking for $30-$50 per space. Stadium adjacent lots will be $50, nearby surface parking lots will be $40, and parking ramps will be $30. Purchase a parking pass ahead of time. Please note that tailgating is not permitted.
Road Closures and Construction Projects:
Stadium Information
There is no opening act, so make sure you're in your seats by 7 pm! Arrive with enough time to clear the security checkpoints. Tickets are still for sale.
Getting into the Stadium
Your ticket will suggest a gate to enter through that's closest to your seats. There are five gates, labeled A through E. Reference this Huntington Bank Stadium map to locate each gate.
Bag Policy
Dress to the nines, but keep your bag simple. The Clear Bag Policy is in effect for this event. Only bags that are clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC and do not exceed 12” x 6” x 12” will be permitted into the stadium.
- The bag must be fully transparent. A clear bag with a logo that does not exceed 4.5” x 3.4” will be permitted into the stadium.
- Small clutch bags that are 4.5" x 6.5" with or without a handle or strap, may be carried into the stadium along with one of the clear bag options.
Photography & Prohibited Items
Feel free to capture concert memories with your personal cell phone, but follow these guidelines when it comes to other cameras and devices:
- No professional or commercial cameras/photography equipment, video cameras, GoPros, audio recording devices, or tripods; no video or audio recording will be allowed (except personal cell phones)
- No cameras with detachable lenses
- No selfie sticks
- No drones
You can't bring any food, beverages, or illicit substance to the show, but feel free to bring in an empty, reusable plastic water bottle to fill inside the stadium. For a full list of prohibited items, visit the University of Minnesota's website.
Merch
Souvenirs will go on sale around 2 pm Thursday. Find the merch truck outside the stadium near Gate E. Please note that this is a cashless event; only debit, credit and Apple/Google mobile payment options will be accepted.
Now the fun stuff...
Things to Do
Explore Dinkytown and the U of MN, go dancing at one of our night clubs or breweries, snap your picture with some iconic sites, and so much more...
Keep the Party Going
Check out these Beyoncé-themed parties and events happening around town!
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Rock for Robin Beyoncé Dance Party with DJ Keezy
Tuesday, July 18
7pm-10pm
The Hook and Ladder Theater
Robin Wonsley is the first Black Independent Socialist City Council member in Minneapolis — proudly serving Ward 2. Get ready to dance! Join Robin and DJ Keezy for Minneapolis for a Beyonce Dance Party.
Thursday, July 20
5:30pm & 10:30pm
Wrektangle Pizza (LynLake Location)
Meet at Wrektangle Pizza LynLake for a ride to and from the Beyoncé show. The bus departs Wrektangle at 5:30pm and will depart Huntington Bank Stadium at 10:30 to return to LynLake. Each ticket includes a free Grape Ape.
Saturday, July 22
8:30pm-11:30pm
Stanley's Northeast Bar Room
Let's get in formation! Head upstairs to the game room to sing all your favorite Beyonce hits!
Other Events Happening in Minneapolis
Check out these art festivals, theater shows, sporting events, and more!
Where to Eat & Drink
In between festivities, grab a bite near the stadium, check out Minneapolis' new restaurants, and try some innovative cocktails.
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Market at Malcolm Yards
This food hall in nearby Prospect Park offers some of the most diverse flavors around. Find award-winning Detroit-style pizza, a pasta bar, Peruvian dumplings, Korean-fried chicken, sushi, and more. There's also a full bar and a pour-your-own beer and wine wall.
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Surly Beer Hall
Across the street from Malcolm Yards is this mega-brewery. Yes, they have great beer, but their food menu is also solid. Upstairs, you'll find thin-crusted pizza, and the beer hall meal features pub food. Order anything from tacos to perogies and burgers to salad bowls.
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O'Shaughnessy Distilling Co.
Known for world-class whiskey, this distillery crafts outstanding cocktails perfect for sipping on their vibey couches. They have a great happy hour menu (4-6pm Tuesday-Friday). Get $9 cocktails, and snacks like mini-charcuterie boards, flatbreads, and dips for $13 or less.
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Blue Door Pub
Craving a burger? Get a cheese-stuffed masterpiece at the Blue Door Pub. They've got several versions of the Jucy Lucy, which all come with blue cheese in the middle. Order tots and wings for the table, too.
For more nearby restaurants, check out the Star Tribune's recommendations.