Downtown Minneapolis Events & Calendar Of Fun Things To Do In Minnesota

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The Holiday Inn Minneapolis Metrodome is the ideal choice for guests looking to experience the full spectrum of fun things to do in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Here on business? Vacationing with the family? Let us be your gracious host. Conveniently located just blocks from the heart of downtown and adjacent to the major arteries I-35 West and I-94, our Holiday Inn offers excellent access to numerous sights and attractions. Take a short ride to the core of the "Mini Apple" and its business district - courtesy of our downtown shuttle service, providing complimentary transportation within a three-mile radius, or set out on foot for the Metrodome, theater district, and the University of Minnesota - all just blocks away. Discover the deluxe comfort and convenience of the Official Hotel of the Minnesota Twins. For premier access to exciting Minneapolis events and fairs, sports, and cultural affairs, we provide the perfect setting near an array of venues, including:

University of Minnesota - West Bank Campus (1 block)

Guthrie Theater (3 blocks)

Theater District (3 blocks)

Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome (5 blocks)

Target Center (1.5 mi.)

Minneapolis Convention Center (2 mi.)

The Mall of America (12 mi.)

Great American History Theater (17 mi.)

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A Host Of Sophisticated And Fun Things To Do In Minneapolis, Minnesota...

Experience all four seasons of activity in the Twin Cities. Throughout the year, the downtown Minneapolis event calendar offers hundreds of fun things to do, for travelers of all ages. Pick up a rare 7-10 split at the Minnesota State Women's Bowling Tournament, or experience the fastest game on foot during the Upper Midwest US Lacrosse Championships. Catch all the action of the Minnesota Twins and Vikings in the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome - located just five blocks from our hotel. You're never more than a few minutes from any downtown Minneapolis event when you stay at our Holiday Inn hotel. Just some of this season's exciting activities, conferences, and sporting events include:

May 2008

Festival of Nations - May 1 - 4

2008 United States Barista Championship - May 2 - 5

Mike Vax Big Band - Northrup Auditorium - May 3
Historic Statehood Day - May 11

MN Small Business Expo & Conference - May 15

Art On-A-Line 2008 - May 15 - 17

Art-A-Whirl 2008 - May 16 - 18

Rush Concert – Xcel Energy Center - May 22

Monty Python's "Spamalot" - May 27 - June 1

June 2008

Free Day - June 1

Famous Dave's BBQ & Blues Festival - June 7

Midsommar Celebration - June 14
Twin Cities GLBT Pride Celebration - June 28 - 29

Twin Cities Jazz Festival - June 20 - 29

July 2008

Taste of Minnesota - July 3 - 6

Cities 97 Basilica Block Party - July 11 - 12

Minnesota American Coed Pageant - July 9 - 12
Norway Day - July 13

Aquatennial - July 18 - 27

Minnesota Fringe Festival July 31 - August 10

August 2008

Uptown Art Fair - August 1 - 3

Lake Hiawatha Neighborhood Festival - August 6

Irish Fair of Minnesota - August 8 - 10
Afrifest 2008 - August 10 - 17

Heritage Days - August 13 - 17

Minnesota State Fair - August 21 - Sept. 1

Whether you're traveling for business or leisure, on your own or with family, stay right in the middle of everything at the Holiday Inn Minneapolis Metrodome. Book hotel reservations for the next exciting downtown Minneapolis event today for our Lowest Internet Rate Guarantee.