You may have been to Minneapolis for meetings, but have you been to its hottest new neighborhood, the North Loop? In this edition of Taking Off, we explore the must-know information about this trendy pocket of the city.

Following a record in 2023 for most future group hotel rooms booked and securing major sporting events, conventions and other meeting business, Minneapolis is poised for success as a meetings and events destination.

The LEED Gold-certified Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland (HCCC) is undergoing an expansion as part of a $49 million investment. The project is set to enhance HCCC with new flexible meeting rooms, the creation of an elevated outdoor terrace and expansion of the junior ballroom to double its current size.

Increased awareness, improved staffing and a bid for a major international event were included in the positive tourism news delivered at Explore Minnesota’s annual tourism conference.

From Minneapolis-St. Paul to the shores of Lake Superior, Minnesota destinations can offer groups outdoor adventure, creative atmospheres and impressive venues.

Minneapolis and St. Paul are teeming with new, versatile sports venues that double as destination event spaces. Whether you’re planning a tournament or a corporate meeting, these six Minnesota sports centers (in no particular order) will help you score big with attendees.