Summer in Minnesota is made for taking meetings, celebrations and team experiences outdoors. From lake cruises and championship golf to live concerts, horse racing and professional sports, the Land of 10,000 Lakes offers countless ways to transform an ordinary gathering into an unforgettable experience.
Whether you're rewarding top performers, planning a client appreciation event or organizing a company-wide summer outing, these Minnesota venues deliver fresh-air fun with memorable settings.
Nothing says Minnesota quite like spending time on the water. Charter a private cruise aboard the elegant Lady of the Lake on Lake Minnetonka for networking, dinner or sunset cocktails, or take in the skyline aboard the historic Minneapolis Queen. For larger groups, Padelford Riverboats on the Mississippi River offers customizable private cruises featuring dining, entertainment and spectacular views of downtown St. Paul.
Golf continues to be one of the most popular ways to connect colleagues and clients. Rush Creek Golf Club offers championship golf alongside exceptional meeting and banquet facilities, while Bunker Hills Golf Club & Event Center pairs beautiful fairways with versatile event spaces perfect for tournaments and receptions.
Looking for a premium experience? TPC Twin Cities, home to PGA TOUR competition, provides an upscale backdrop for executive outings, client entertainment and corporate golf events.
Minnesota's outdoor entertainment venues are bigger and better than ever.
For an unforgettable evening, the new Mystic Lake Amphitheater combines nationally touring concerts with premium hospitality opportunities, VIP seating and group experiences—making it an exciting option for corporate entertainment, employee appreciation events and client outings.
Canterbury Park continues to offer live thoroughbred and quarter horse racing, private suites, group picnic areas and casino gaming, creating a one-of-a-kind destination for summer celebrations.
Sports fans can cheer on the Minnesota Twins at Target Field, where private suites, hospitality areas and pregame receptions make entertaining effortless. Just across the river, CHS Field delivers a more relaxed atmosphere as home of the St. Paul Saints, known for creative promotions and group-friendly event packages.
For organizations looking for active team experiences, Valleyfair offers more than 75 rides and attractions, private pavilions and catered group events. Outdoor adventure parks, paddle excursions, brewery patios and scenic parks throughout the Twin Cities region also provide unique settings for everything from leadership retreats to company picnics.
Minnesota's outdoor venues offer more than beautiful scenery—they create opportunities for teams to connect, celebrate achievements and build lasting relationships. Whether you're cruising across Lake Minnetonka, enjoying championship golf, hosting clients at a concert or cheering from a stadium suite, there's an outdoor experience to match every group and budget.
Looking for even more outdoor inspiration? From waterfront venues and golf resorts to amphitheaters, stadiums, wineries, parks and adventure attractions, the meetingpages Minnesota Outdoor Event Activities Directory features a comprehensive collection of Minnesota's best open-air event spaces. Explore the directory to find the perfect setting for your next corporate meeting, team-building event, client appreciation gathering or company celebration—and make the most of Minnesota's outdoor season.
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