10 Things To Do In Minneapolis Before The Super Bowl

Those who have tickets to Super Bowl LII have an exciting weekend in the Twin Cities ahead of them! For those of you without tickets, you still have an awesome opportunity to enjoy the energy and momentum in Minneapolis. Numerous companies and local organizations banded together to develop unique events for NFL fans. Here are 10 things to do before the Super Bowl.

1. ‘Sota Pop Interactive Art Installation

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Chuck Us Ode to Minnesota at Sota Pop Minneapolis

Friday, January 26–Sunday, February 04, 2018

Curated by Explore Minnesota, this interactive pop-up experience showcases a gallery of shareable #OnlyinMN photo ops. Experience the full spectrum of what Minnesota has to offer through this installation that was created by local artists. Minnesota is far more than cold—it’s cool—and ‘Sota Pop shows it. Open from 12–10 pm on Saturday and 12–3 pm on Sunday, this exhibit is close to the U.S. Bank Stadium in downtown Minneapolis’ Nicollet Mall, near other Super Bowl LIVE attractions.

Bold North Arts & Entertainment Pass

Friday, January 26–Sunday, February 25, 2018

Experience world-class arts and entertainment with the Bold North Arts & Entertainment Pass. Minneapolis is known for having two of the 10 largest art museums in the country, and for having more theater seats per capita than anywhere outside of New York City, and this pass is designed for both locals and out-of-town guests to soak it all in. Offers associated with this pass include 50% off of backstage tour tickets at Guthrie Theater, 20% off of select performances and gallery admission at Walker Art Center, 15% off of Minnesota Orchestra concert performances and more. Use the pass found here.

Minneapolis, MN, USA

Spoonbridge and Cherry at Walker Art Center

The Fan Gallery at Radio Row

Monday, January 29–Friday, February 02, 2018

The Mall of America is the largest mall in the United States in terms of total floor area, so it’s a fitting location for another Super Bowl LII event. Park on the mall’s north side, then take the escalator up to the third floor to check out the Fan Gallery at Radio Row. The free gallery gives fans the opportunity to watch radio broadcasters, professional athletes, and guest celebrities talk it up during Super Bowl week.

Mall of America, 60 E Broadway, Bloomington, MN, USA, +1 952 883 8800

Northern Clay Center’s 100th Annual Chili Cook-Off

Saturday, February 03, 2018

Minnesota is cold in winter, and what’s a better way to warm up than enjoying a bowl of piping hot chili? Check out Northern Clay Center’s 100th Annual Chili Cook-Off from 1–5 pm on Saturday. Featuring special guest potter and former NFL player Chris Cooley, visitors will have the chance to make your own chili bowl, taste whiskey, and try out more than 20 different chilis. The $5 entrance fee comes with a $5 coupon to purchase a new chili bowl or whiskey cup from the sales gallery.

Northern Clay Center, 2424 Franklin Avenue East, Minneapolis, MN, USA, +1 612 339 8007

St. Paul Winter Carnival

Thursday, January 25–Saturday, February 10, 2018

St. Paul Winter Carnival has a long history in the Twin Cities, as it began providing family-friendly events in 1886. The 2018 Carnival offers four dozen events and new attractions that take place in downtown St. Paul and at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds, most of which are free. Events include the EcoLab Ice Palace, a giant snow slide and more. During Super Bowl week, the hours are 10 am–10:30 pm except on Sunday, February 4th when the hours are 10 am–8 pm for the Rice Park activities and 10 am–4 pm for the Ice Palace.

Near Rice Park at Landmark Center, 75 W. 5th Street, Saint Paul, MN, USA, +1 651 223 4700