Minneapolis Convention Center News Releases & Articles

07/27/26

Minneapolis Convention Center Completes Transformational $25 Million Meeting Room Renovation

All 87 meeting rooms have been modernized with enhanced technology, sustainability features and contemporary design to…

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06/30/26

COMING SOON: Minneapolis Convention Center 2026 Q3 Event Calendar

Public events in Q3 include Collect-A-Con, The Gothic Market, WWE Superstore, Big Minneapolis Anime, IMPORTEXPO and…

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05/13/26

Kelber Catering Executive Chef Earns Culinary Excellence Award

Shane Streitz honored with prestigious Michel Malecot Culinary Excellence Award from the National Association for Catering…

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03/26/26

COMING SOON: Minneapolis Convention Center 2026 Q2 Event Calendar

Public events in Q2 include the GeekCraft Expo, the Twin Cities Home Expo, the Oddities &…

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12/17/25

Step Out of the Cold and Into the Action at the Minneapolis Convention Center

A full slate of public shows and sporting events brings hands-on fun, big attractions and family…

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12/17/25

COMING SOON: Minneapolis Convention Center 2026 Q1 Event Calendar

Highlights include numerous public events, including the Twin Cities Auto Show, the Minneapolis Boat Show, Totally…

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09/30/25

COMING SOON: Minneapolis Convention Center 2025 Q4 Event Calendar

Highlights include several public events, including Sneaker Con, NACAC National College Fair, People of Color Career…

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08/01/25

Minneapolis Convention Center Earns Prestigious Award for Operational Excellence

IAVM’s Venue Excellence Award recognizes the MCC’s standout staff, safety, service and event execution

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06/26/25

COMING SOON: Minneapolis Convention Center 2025 Q3 Event Calendar

Highlights include several shows open to the public, including the USA Volleyball Boys Junior National Championship…

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06/24/25

Minneapolis Convention Center Renovates Meeting Rooms to Support Today’s Evolving Event Needs

Second half of $25 million project now underway as part of ongoing investment in meeting experience

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05/14/25

2026 USA Volleyball Girls Junior National Championship (10–13) Heads to Minneapolis

Minneapolis to host fourth GJNC since 2014

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03/27/25

COMING SOON: Minneapolis Convention Center 2025 Q2 Event Calendar

Highlights of the Q2 event calendar include several shows open to the public, including the Twin…

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Kelber Catering Welcomes New Executive Chef Kelber Catering Welcomes New Executive Chef

Honeybees on the Plaza Honeybees on the Plaza

Adaptability and Reinvention Adaptability and Reinvention The Minneapolis Convention Center has creatively adjusted to continue serving the community and be a resource…

A Spirit of Service A Spirit of Service While waiting for meetings and events to fully return, Minneapolis Convention Center workers have brought their…

Q&A with MCC Executive Director Jeff Johnson Q&A with MCC Executive Director Jeff Johnson Minneapolis Convention Center Executive Director Jeff Johnson explains how the venue will be a central player…

3 Minneapolis Hospitality Businesses that Have Been in the Game for 30 Years 3 Minneapolis Hospitality Businesses that Have Been in the Game for 30 Years The number of people that attend events each year at the Minneapolis Convention Center (MCC) impacts…

Minneapolis Convention Center, Always Evolving Minneapolis Convention Center, Always Evolving What changed at the MCC after the 2002 expansion?

How the MCC Has Adopted Sustainability Efforts How the MCC Has Adopted Sustainability Efforts We are committed to using resources responsibly and assisting customers in achieving their sustainability goals for…

7 Coolest Events at the Minneapolis Convention Center 7 Coolest Events at the Minneapolis Convention Center We are counting down some of the most exciting events held at the Minneapolis Convention Center…

20 Major Changes at the MCC Since 1990 20 Major Changes at the MCC Since 1990 The Minneapolis Convention Center (MCC) is continuously updating its amenities, technologies, and aesthetics to deliver the…

How Does the MCC Compete Technologically? How Does the MCC Compete Technologically?

How the MCC Impacts the Community Each Year How the MCC Impacts the Community Each Year

7 Impact Events at the MCC 7 Impact Events at the MCC All events hosted at the Minneapolis Convention Center (MCC) each year are significant and impactful, allowing…

The Minneapolis Convention Center Celebrates 30 Years! The Minneapolis Convention Center Celebrates 30 Years! Celebrating 30 years of relationships - the Minneapolis Convention Center (MCC) is proud to be one…