Minneapolis Northwest Tourism, Minnesota

Minneapolis Northwest represents three distinct communities in the Twin Cities area – Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park and Maple Grove, Minnesota. Within these cities, Minneapolis Northwest Tourism offers a wide array of meeting + event planning options. You’ll be delighted by the choices in venues, lodging, restaurants, attractions and shopping available in these communities. With free parking at all hotels and venues, plus easy access to downtown Minneapolis and Saint Paul, as well as MSP airport, Minneapolis Northwest is the ideal destination for your next event.

1. More for Your Money with Grant Dollars. You can offset the cost of your event in Minneapolis Northwest by taking part in our Event Assistance Fund for meeting + event planners. To have your event considered for this incentive program, simply submit your request for proposal online, via e-mail or over-the-phone. Funds can be used for transportation, food and beverage, breakout sessions, team-building activities, or to offset room rates.

2. Complimentary Personalized Service. To create a positive and stress-free meeting or event, our team provides an extensive range of complimentary services, from assembling welcome packets for your group to arranging dining and entertainment options. And because of our experience catering to a variety of groups, we’re able to work efficiently and anticipate meeting + event planner needs. We have facilitated successful events for associations, corporations, fraternal groups, government entities, the military, religious organizations, social clubs and sports teams.

3. Unique Places + Spaces. Minneapolis Northwest showcases a mix of both traditional and unique spaces to host your meeting or event – from the historic and charming Earle Brown Heritage Center to the lively entertainment space at WhirlyBall; from the grand ballroom at the Minneapolis Marriott Northwest to riverfront views at Mississippi Gardens. Our team of professionals will review your needs and match you up with the ideal venue.

4. Valuable Partnership. Take advantage of money-saving opportunities when you partner with Minneapolis Northwest Tourism. Our area offers an abundance of value-added amenities, such as lower taxes and fees, and we’re also conveniently located ten minutes from downtown Minneapolis and a short drive to MSP airport. Add in free parking at all hotels and venues, and space and activity options for every budget, and Minneapolis Northwest becomes a destination your group will want to come back to.

5. Magnificent Attractions. In Minneapolis Northwest, your attendees will enjoy tax-free shopping at the Shoppes at Arbor Lakes, and savor fine dining at upscale restaurants and global eateries, such as Redstone American Grill and Lemon Grass Thai. They can tee off at Edinburgh USA or Rush Creek Golf Club – both Championship golf courses – or attend a knockout stage production at one of our local theatres. And it’s always fun to explore our beautiful parks surrounded by paths, lakes, rivers and wildlife. In the cold-weather months, Minneapolis Northwest excels at outdoor fun with our multi-lane tubing hill, endless ski trails, and 800-foot ice trail (only one of a few in North America). Follow Minneapolis Northwest on social media to stay updated on new attractions coming to our area, such as the nationally known entertainment center Topgolf!

For more information about booking your event in Minneapolis Northwest, visit our Groups & Planners page, and also, learn more about our staff here.