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

Two vibrant green badges celebrating "North America's Top Convention Centers Exhibitor," awarded in 2020 and 2021.
MCC Employees holding the Exhibitor Services Award



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

Awarded by Minnesota Meetings & Events