Keep it Local — The Best MN Neighborhood Meeting Spaces

Choosing an exotic destination for your corporate meeting or conference can be exciting. Also, expensive. That’s why many planners are embracing the trend of meeting locally. Keeping it local means the money stays in your community, there are fewer travel and lodging expenses, and when food served is sourced locally, it’s often fresher and better tasting. What’s not to love?

Check out our list of Minnesota neighborhood meeting spaces and book the one that’s in your backyard.

TWIN CITIES

Minnesota Opera — Minneapolis

Your group will sing the praises of this urban facility. Three unique rehearsal halls are available for events and can accommodate anywhere from 50 to 200 guests. There’s even a piano available should your meeting turn musical.

Walker Art Museum — Minneapolis

One of the most celebrated art museums in the country, the Walker offers unique indoor and outdoor spaces for an artful event. From the theater to roof top terraces to plazas, gardens and lounges, picture your people in this innovative space.

Elliot Park Hotel — Minneapolis

In the heart of downtown, this elegant hotel offers 3,005 sq. ft. of combined meeting space for up to 288 guests. The culinary team will design a mouthwatering menu, while the event planning team will help with AV, set up, and more.

St Paul Student Center — St. Paul

Located on the lovely University of Minnesota St. Paul campus, the Student Center accommodates up to 327 guests in its theater and 416 guests in its banquet rooms. Additional performance venues, meeting rooms, and two outdoor space also available.

NORTH METRO

Twin Cities Gateway — Anoka, Blaine, Coon Rapids, Fridley, Ham Lake, Lino Lakes, Mounds View, New Brighton, Shoreview

These nine north metro communities offer everything you want and more. With 22 lodging properties, dozens of restaurants, and a wide range of modern and unique meeting spaces, you couldn’t possibly go wrong.

Banquets of Minnesota — Blaine & Fridley

With locations in both Blaine and Fridley, Banquets of Minnesota boasts four banquet halls with space for as many as 450 guests. Take advantage of standard amenities such as projectors, WiFi, stage, podium, professional sound system, and microphone.

Bunker Hills Event Center — Coon Rapids

Host your corporate golf tournie at this 36-hole championship course. Packages include player registration, coordination of on-course contests, and more. Up to 384 of your guests can enjoy the beautiful spaces, elegant décor, and superb cuisine served here.

Coon Rapids Civic Center — Coon Rapids

With a variety of conference rooms and a banquet facility for up to 230, the Coon Rapids Civic Center is the ideal spot to host your next meeting or event. On-site kitchen facilities make it convenient to bring in a caterer of your choice.

Mounds View Event Center — Mounds View

For groups of 50 to 400, the Mounds View Event Center has the space to accommodate you. Banquet facilities have no pillars, so there is nothing to visually block your presentation. Open catering policy. Large on-site parking lot.  

Mermaid Event Center — Mounds View

If you’re in search of 100,000 square feet of meeting space, 69 spacious hotel rooms, fun sports bar & grille, bowling and game room all in one location, then look no further than the Mermaid Entertainment and Event Center.

Rush Creek Golf Club — Maple Grove

Host your tournament at beautiful Rush Creek, home to an 18-hole championship golf course. The stunning MacMillan Ballroom and Skye Conference room offer spectacular views of the course. The Stirling Conference room allows for smaller breakout sessions.

SOUTH METRO

Chanhassen Dinner Theatre — Chanhassen

Interested in a space that’s dramatically different? You’ll find it at the Chanhassen Dinner Theater. Your guests will applaud the two distinctive meeting spaces — The Club Theater for up to 175, and The Ballroom and Dance Loft for up to 250 guests.

Bloomington Convention & Visitors Bureau

Everyone knows that Bloomington is home to the world-famous Mall of America. But what you might not know is that the city boasts over 50 hotels, 9300 guest rooms, 84 restaurants, and dozens of attractions and activities close by.

NORTHWEST

Visit Greater St. Cloud — St. Cloud

The good folks at Visit Greater St. Cloud are happy to help you plan your meeting or event. From choosing your venue to assisting with event marketing, lodging arrangements, itinerary planning, and more, count on them for help with all the details.

College of St Benedict Events & Catering — St. Joseph

Discover multiple historical and stunning facilities at the College of St. Benedict and nearby campus of St. John’s University. CSB Events and Catering provides exceptional catering services along with event planning assistance.

EAST CENTRAL

Shoreview Community Center — Shoreview

Featuring five event spaces for as many as 300 guests, the Shoreview Community Center is ideal for corporate events and meetings. The Haffeman Pavilion offers an outdoor option as well. On-site waterpark provides a great after-meeting escape.

North Metro Event Center — Shoreview

The North Metro Event Center caters up to 300 people and offers amenities such as AV system and on-site projector for dynamic and engaging meetings. The Catering Services provide great food with high quality service.

New Brighton Community Center — New Brighton

Located in the heart of New Brighton, the Community Center can accommodate as few as 10 people and as many as 250. A variety of breakout rooms are available with AV equipment, microphone, and WiFi. Flexible catering options.

Roseville Visitors Association — Roseville

Perfectly positioned just 10 minutes north of Minneapolis and St Paul, the Roseville Visitors Association is happy to help with your event. Consult them for information on nearby hotels, sporting venues, dining options, shopping and more.

WEST

Willmar Lakes Area Convention and Visitors Bureau — Willmar Lakes Area

Whether you’re looking for a large conference center or a quaint retreat space in the woods, you’ll find it in the Willmar Lakes Area. The CVB staff will work with you to coordinate meeting space, lodging, spouse programs, special events, and tours.

Explore Hutchinson — Hutchinson

Hutchinson is home to ten facilities offering impressive amenities. From expansive hotel spaces to golf clubs, wineries, fairgrounds and more, you’ll find what you’re looking for here. The helpful staff at Explore Hutchinson are happy to help with every detail.

SOUTHEAST

St James Hotel — Red Wing

The historic and charming hotel is the place to meet in Red Wing. Eleven meeting rooms and full-service amenities for up to 240 people are available. There’s even an option to rent the entire hotel. Expert chefs create gourmet meals here too.

SOUTH

Explore Albert Lea —Albert Lea

Known as “the land between the lakes,” Albert Lea offers up something for everyone. Facilities range from golf clubs to hotels, charming barns to inviting vineyards. After-hours entertainment includes boating and fishing, biking, golfing, and more.