Minneapolis events
Event highlights this week
University of Minnesota Homecoming Parade
Southside
Date and time
Friday, Oct. 23
6:30 p.m.
Location
University Avenue from 12th Avenue SE to Walnut Street SE
Minneapolis, MN 55455
Details
Family Gathering Concert Series: Koo Koo with DJ Hampster Dance
Southside
Date and time
Saturday, Oct. 24
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Location
Green Room
Minneapolis, MN 55408
Details
How Do You Like Them Apples
Northside
Date and time
Saturday, Oct. 24
Noon - 2 p.m.
Location
JD Rivers' Children's Garden
Minneapolis, MN 55405
Details
Fee-free events
Covered permit types include
- Commercial block event permits
- Tent permits for commercial block events
- Event food sponsor permits
- Short term food permits
- Seasonal food permits
- Farmers market licenses
- Outdoor amplified sound permits for standard and large events
- Temporary expansion
- Alcohol temporary permits
- Parade permits
What event organizers need to know
Event organizers still need to submit permit applications. Standard application timelines still apply. This program does not cover late fees.
Some events may need permits that are not listed here, and fees for those permits may still apply.
Costs not covered
Some event costs are not covered by this funding.
These may include:
- Security
- Portable restroom rental
- Barricade rental
- Waste management costs
Host an event
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Contact us
Minneapolis 311
Business Licenses & Consumer Services
Community Planning & Economic Development
Address
Public Service Building505 Fourth Ave. S., Room 220
Minneapolis, MN 55415
Office hours
8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Monday – Thursday
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Friday