IAVM Venue Excellence Award (2025, 2018, 2014)


Awarded by the International Association of Venue Managers (IAVM), the Venue Excellence Award is one of the top honors in the hospitality industry. Eligible every four years, this award represents the success, teamwork, and dedication of the entire Minneapolis Convention Center team.

Best of MN, Readers' Choice, Best Convention Center (2023)

    Awarded by Minnesota Monthly


    Meetings Today Excellence Award (2021)

      Awarded by Meetings Today



      Facilities & Destinations Awards of Excellence (2021)

      • Midwest Prime Site Award Winner (2021)

      Awarded by Facilities & Destinations

      Exhibitor Centers of Excellence (2021, 2020)

      • North America's Top Convention Center Exhibitor (2021, 2020)
      • Best Service & On-Site Support (2020)

      Awarded by Exhibitor Media Group

      MCC Employees holding the Exhibitor Services Award



      Best Convention/Conference Center (2020, 2019, 2018, 2016-2017)

      Awarded by Minnesota Meetings & Events