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Target Center

Minneapolis · Home of 🏀 Minnesota Timberwolves & 🏀 Minnesota Lynx

⚡ Quick answers

Who plays at Target Center?
Target Center in Minneapolis is home to the Minnesota Timberwolves (NBA) and the Minnesota Lynx (WNBA).
What is the closest airport to Target Center?
Minneapolis–St. Paul (MSP) is the closest major airport, about 9 miles (14 km) from Target Center — roughly 13 min by car depending on traffic.
How much is parking at Target Center?
Game-day parking starts around $15 USD. No free parking directly at Target Center — the official site only points fans to paid, SpotHero-discounted ramps.
How much is a beer at Target Center?
Beer prices vary by stand and we couldn't confirm a standard price this season. A regular hot dog is about $7.00 USD (estimate). Prices vary by stand and size and may change.
How do you get to Target Center without a car?
Metro Transit Blue and Green light-rail lines both serve Warehouse District/Hennepin Avenue Station, an easy walk to Target Center; numerous Metro Transit bus routes also stop nearby, and Target Center connects directly to several parking r…
Where are the best seats at Target Center?
Lower bowl (100s) for the Wolves crowd; upper 200s cheap. Older downtown arena with renovated concourses — sit lower.
What is the bag policy at Target Center?
Bags no larger than 5×9 in.; no backpacks. No outside food or drinks, except one small bagged snack per child, juice boxes or pouches, and medically needed food. Reusable plastic drinkware with a lid is allowed; no glass or metal.
Is Target Center wheelchair accessible?
Request accessible seats when buying; Section 106 is reserved for Deaf/hard-of-hearing guests (request at least 10 business days ahead via the box office, 612-673-0900). The ADA drop-off is on 1st Avenue in front of the building; if you need an elevator, park in Ramp A or B and enter at skyway level. Elevators reach all levels. Guest Services can meet you at any entrance with a transport wheelchair and come back after the event (612-673-1380).
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✈️🚗 Getting to Target Center

Nearest major airport: Minneapolis–St. Paul (MSP) — about 9 mi / 13 min away.

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🏟️ Fan guide

Best seats

Lower bowl (100s) for the Wolves crowd; upper 200s cheap. Older downtown arena with renovated concourses — sit lower.

Parking

Downtown Minneapolis ramps around the arena; skyway-connected in winter. Light rail is close. ($15–30 USD)

Getting there

Metro light rail (Blue/Green) to Warehouse District/Hennepin + short walk; skyway from downtown in winter.

Bar scene

The Warehouse District / First Avenue area right by the arena is downtown Minneapolis's bar and music hub — lively and walkable.

Pre-game bars

  • Warehouse District bars — First Ave area right by the arena.
  • Downtown pubs — Walkable options nearby.

Concession prices (USD, approx)

  • Standard beer, 2026-27Not confirmed
  • Hot dog (estimate)$7.00
  • Juicy Lucy$12

Prices vary by stand and size and may change.

Insider tips

  • Light rail to Warehouse District
  • Skyways keep you warm in winter

♿ Accessibility at Target Center

Request accessible seats when buying; Section 106 is reserved for Deaf/hard-of-hearing guests (request at least 10 business days ahead via the box office, 612-673-0900). The ADA drop-off is on 1st Avenue in front of the building; if you need an elevator, park in Ramp A or B and enter at skyway level. Elevators reach all levels. Guest Services can meet you at any entrance with a transport wheelchair and come back after the event (612-673-1380).

Sensory-friendly
Sensory-friendly room at all events via Guest Services outside Section 116, plus sensory bags.
Hearing
Limited assistive listening devices at Guest Services (Sections 116 and 216); groups call 2 weeks ahead. Captions at Timberwolves and Lynx games, and the ListenWifi app (bring wired earbuds). Free earplugs.
ASL interpreters
Request at least 10 business days ahead at 612-673-0900 or info@targetcenter.com; interpreter-section seats are sold by the box office only.
Service animals
Trained service animals in your seating area. No relief area listed.
📞 612-673-1380Official accessibility guide ↗

🎒 Can I bring it? Bag & food policy

Bags
Bags no larger than 5×9 in.; no backpacks.
Bag check
No bag check.
Outside food
No outside food or drinks, except one small bagged snack per child, juice boxes or pouches, and medically needed food.
Water bottles
Reusable plastic drinkware with a lid is allowed; no glass or metal.
Re-entry
No re-entry.

Not allowed & exceptions

  • Diaper and medical bags allowed
  • Strollers
  • Golf umbrellas
  • Laptops
  • Coolers and suitcases

From the venue's official guest guide, checked 2026-10. Rules can change by event. Official policy ↗

🧳 Visiting Target Center as an away fan

The next visiting teams, and the airport you'd fly into: Minneapolis–St. Paul (MSP) (MSP). Each link has that team's full road-trip guide.

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