Minneapolis, Minnesota
The Mini Apple
Nicknamed “The Mini Apple,” Minneapolis, Minnesota, is a northern powerhouse for corporate events, conventions, and live productions. Known for its thriving business community, cultural diversity, and state-of-the-art venues, Minneapolis combines big-city sophistication with Midwest charm — making it one of the top event destinations in the United States.
AV Engineers provides professional audio visual labor, technical staffing, and production support throughout the Twin Cities — including Minneapolis, St. Paul, and Bloomington. Our experienced AV crews partner with producers, corporate planners, and event organizers to deliver seamless, high-quality productions for conventions, trade shows, and live entertainment.
Convention Centers & Event Venues
- Minneapolis Convention Center (MCC) – A premier downtown facility offering 475,000 sq. ft. of exhibit space, ideal for trade shows and national conventions.
- U.S. Bank Stadium – A world-class multipurpose venue used for major conferences, concerts, and branded productions.
- Target Center & Target Field – Popular for entertainment events, corporate gatherings, and large-scale AV productions.
- Hilton Minneapolis & Hyatt Regency Minneapolis – Downtown hotels offering extensive meeting and ballroom space.
- Saint Paul RiverCentre & Xcel Energy Center – Twin Cities venues hosting corporate events and large expos.
- Mall of America Event Center – Bloomington’s unique multi-use venue for brand activations and hybrid events.
Notable Trade Shows, Conventions & Corporate Events
Minneapolis is home to a vibrant calendar of major conferences and expos, including:
- Medical Design & Manufacturing (MD&M) Minneapolis – Leading trade show for medtech innovation.
- Minnesota Home & Garden Show – A large regional lifestyle expo.
- Twin Cities Auto Show – High-production-value automotive exhibition.
- TechJam & Digital Summit Minneapolis – Corporate conferences for technology and digital marketing industries.
- Minnesota State Fair & Food Industry Shows – Multi-day events requiring large AV crews.
- Minneapolis Boat Show & Midwest Poultry Federation Convention – Long-running industry events with advanced AV needs.
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