Target Center: A Practical Guide for Event Visitors

What Target Center is and where to find it

Target Center is at 600 1st Avenue North, in the Warehouse and Entertainment district of Minneapolis. It sits on the northwest side of downtown between 6th and 7th Streets.

The official pages checked describe the building's entrances, parking, transit access and guest policies. They do not publish a full seating chart, and they do not describe the arena's acoustics or the layout of individual sections beyond the entrance and level details noted below, so those details are not confirmed in the sources checked.

SeatCommons lists events at Target Center, and the link at the end of this guide is the place to start planning.

• Address: 600 1st Avenue North, Minneapolis, in the Warehouse and Entertainment district
• Location: northwest side of downtown, between 6th and 7th Streets

Getting to Target Center

Metro Transit bus lines serve Target Center, and the Blue and Green Metro Transit light rail lines service the downtown Minneapolis area. The venue's getting-here page notes that guests can reach Target Center and most downtown stores, restaurants and businesses on the Downtown Zone fare.

SouthWest Transit runs the SW Shuttle to concerts and games from stations in Eden Prairie, Chanhassen and Chaska.

Minneapolis has 43 miles of streets with dedicated bicycle lanes and 84 miles of off-street bicycle paths. Life Time Target Center Members have access to a secured, climate-controlled bike storage room in the club.

The official pages checked do not name a specific light rail station or a walking route from a stop to the arena, and they do not give a walking distance or journey time, so those details are not confirmed in the sources checked.

Drivers should allow extra time. The venue's getting-here page notes that I-94 is currently reduced to two lanes in both directions on the eastbound side of the interstate, and that I-94 and I-394 are undergoing bridge and ramp repair between downtown Minneapolis and HWY 100.

• Metro Transit bus lines serve the arena
• Blue and Green Metro Transit light rail lines service downtown Minneapolis
• Downtown Zone fare covers Target Center and most downtown destinations
• SW Shuttle by SouthWest Transit runs from Eden Prairie, Chanhassen and Chaska stations
• I-94 is reduced to two lanes in both directions on the eastbound side
• Bridge and ramp repair is under way on I-94 and I-394 between downtown Minneapolis and HWY 100

Entrances and levels

The main gate entrance is on skyway level. The Main Skyway entrance is open for all guests with tickets. Depending on the show, Target Center also opens the South Skyway entrance. The south skyway, at the south end of the building, lets guests enter and exit directly onto the 100 level concourse.

Additional arena entry points are in the Life Time Lobby on 1st Avenue. If a show has floor tickets, guests with floor tickets must enter via the lobby, and the lobby entrance is open for guests with floor tickets only.

The official pages checked do not publish a full seating chart or describe individual sections beyond the 100 level concourse and the section numbers used for services, so seat-by-seat layout details are not confirmed in the sources checked.

• Main gate: skyway level, open for all ticketed guests
• South Skyway: south end of the building, opens onto the 100 level concourse, open depending on the show
• Life Time Lobby on 1st Avenue: additional entry points; floor ticket holders must enter here, and this entrance is for floor tickets only

Food and drink

Specialty and premium food offerings, custom-developed culinary concepts and unique food and beverage destinations are available on all levels of Target Center. Levy Restaurants offers a wide variety of concessions offerings, including for guests with food sensitivities, and vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options are available. Concession availability may vary based on event.

Outside food and beverage are not allowed into Target Center. A limited exception covers one small bag snack per child and cardboard juice boxes or foil juice bags. That exception does not apply to specific shows where there is no outside food allowed.

Concessions and merchandise stands inside Target Center are cashless, and all concession stands accept Apple Pay. The box office does not accept Apple Pay, Google Pay or cash payments.

Alcoholic beverages may not be brought into the arena, and any attempt to do so may result in ejection, arrest or tickets being revoked. There is a two alcoholic beverage limit per person, per transaction, and guests purchasing alcohol who appear to be less than 30 years old must present a valid ID. Alcohol service concludes at the end of the 3rd quarter for basketball games or one hour before the scheduled end of an event. Guests must finish and dispose of alcoholic beverages before exiting the arena.

• Stand 118: Bibigo, Ben's Pretzels, Maui Wowi and Cold Stone
• Stand 136: Fan Classics and Frozen Spoon
• Stand 203: Molten Melts and Walking Taco
• Stand 225: Northwood Diner
• Stand 231: Chicken Shack and Walking Taco
• All concessions and merchandise stands are cashless

Accessibility services

Target Center is fully ADA compliant, with a drop-off lane on 1st Avenue in front of the building, elevators accessible to all levels of the arena, designated disability seating locations and wheelchair accessibility. The official ADA drop-off and pick-up is on 1st Avenue in front of the building, and a separate page places the ADA drop-off and pick-up at the corner of 1st Ave and 6th St, by entering the Life Time Lobby.

Guests who require use of an elevator should park in Ramp A or B and enter the arena on skyway level. Target Center has a limited number of wheelchairs on site for all events that can transport a guest to and from their seat location; these wheelchairs cannot be left with the guest during the event. Target Center cannot provide wheelchair transportation outside of the arena.

Seating for Deaf and Hard of Hearing patrons is available in section 106 for all Target Center events. An ASL interpreter will not be provided unless requested, and interpreter seats cannot be purchased via AXS.com or Ticketmaster.com; tickets must be purchased by contacting the box office. A limited number of listening devices are available during events from the Guest Services Offices at sections 116 and 216, and groups requiring several devices should call 612-673-1380 at least 2 weeks before event day. The Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx provide captioning services at all Target Center home games.

A sensory friendly room is available during all events, accessed through the Guest Services Office outside section 116 on the 100-level concourse. It has bean bags, visual light panels, activity panels, bubble walls and custom tactile artwork created by an autistic artist. Sensory bags are also available. Complimentary ear plugs are offered at Guest Services in sections 116 and 216.

Single-user family restrooms are located near sections 216, 226 and 232. Feminine hygiene products are available free of charge at Guest Services in sections 116 and 216 and in the women's and family restrooms on the concourses. First aid is available near section 120 in the lower concourse. Guest Services offices are at sections 116 and 216, and during an event guests can text the Guest Services Assistance Line at (952) 592-5520.

Service animals are welcome and must remain on a leash or harness at all times, staying in the seating area of the individual with the disability. Service animals may not occupy additional seats unless a ticket for the adjacent seat has been purchased. Pets and emotional support animals are not permitted.

Last checked October 28, 2026.

• ADA drop-off and pick-up on 1st Avenue in front of the building (the ADA page also cites the corner of 1st Ave and 6th St by the Life Time Lobby)
• Elevators serve all levels of the arena
• Deaf and Hard of Hearing seating in section 106
• Listening devices at Guest Services, sections 116 and 216
• Sensory friendly room via Guest Services outside section 116
• Family restrooms near sections 216, 226 and 232

Parking and drop-off

Downtown Minneapolis has nearly 25,000 parking spaces in 38 parking lots and ramps, most providing a short walk or convenient bus and light rail connections to Target Center. On-street, meter-controlled spots downtown are limited.

Target Center is connected by skyway to parking locations including Ramps A & B and Mayo Clinic Square Ramp. Guests who require use of an elevator should park in Ramp A or B and enter the arena on skyway level.

Target Center recommends booking parking in advance through SpotHero. The Target Center SpotHero Parking Page offers rates up to 50% off drive-up.

For drop-off, the ADA drop-off and pick-up is on 1st Avenue in front of the building; a separate page places it at the corner of 1st Ave and 6th St, by entering the Life Time Lobby. The official pages checked do not describe general rideshare zones or their locations, so rideshare details are not confirmed in the sources checked.

Bus parking costs $30, and overnight bus parking costs $40. Bus or motor coach parking can be reserved through mplsparking.com or by calling 612-343-7275 between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM Monday through Friday.

• Skyway connections to Ramps A & B and Mayo Clinic Square Ramp
• Elevator users: park in Ramp A or B and enter on skyway level
• Book in advance through SpotHero; rates up to 50% off drive-up
• Bus parking $30; overnight bus parking $40
• Bus parking reservations: mplsparking.com or 612-343-7275, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Monday through Friday

Bag policy, prohibited items and re-entry

Permitted items include bags no larger than 5 x 9 inches, diaper bags and medical bags, all subject to search on entry. Strollers are not permitted inside Target Center. Target Center does not offer an item check, so prohibited items should be left at home or in a vehicle before entering.

Target Center's definition of weapons includes knives or blades of any length, metal nail files, chains longer than 6 inches not made of precious metals, firearms (authentic or replicated, including toys), clubs or extendable batons, chemical irritant spray, stun guns or tasers, spiked jewelry and brass knuckles. The prohibited items list is non-exhaustive and subject to change at any time.

Target Center has a no re-entry policy for all events. If you exit the building, re-entry will not be allowed for any reason. Target Center is a completely smoke-free facility and was the first major arena in the U.S. designated completely non-smoking; guests will not be allowed to leave the arena to smoke, and smoking is not allowed in public facilities in Hennepin County.

As a general rule, posters and signage under 11 x 17 inches are allowed pending individual tour or promoter approval. All posters and signage must be handheld, may not be mounted on sticks or poles, may not be lit or use lighting elements, may not contain offensive language or graphics and may not block other guests' view.

As a general rule, video cameras and still cameras with detachable lenses or lenses of 3 inches or longer are prohibited. The photography and videography policy varies by event. All guests are required to wear proper footwear inside the building.

• Bags: no larger than 5 x 9 inches; diaper and medical bags allowed, all subject to search
• Strollers are not permitted
• No item check available
• No re-entry for any reason
• Smoke-free facility; guests may not leave to smoke
• Outside alcohol is prohibited

Door and start times

Door times vary by event at Target Center. The venue's FAQ states that all concerts, events and games have varying door times and directs guests to the specific event webpage for that information. Start times and door times for a particular show are listed on that show's official event page, not on the venue's general pages.

• Door times vary by event
• Check the specific event webpage for door times

Check tickets

Browse events at Target Center on SeatCommons to see what is coming up at the arena.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Target Center?

Target Center is at 600 1st Avenue North in Minneapolis, in the Warehouse and Entertainment district, on the northwest side of downtown between 6th and 7th Streets.

Which entrance should I use at Target Center?

The main gate is on skyway level and is open for all guests with tickets. The South Skyway entrance opens onto the 100 level concourse depending on the show. Guests with floor tickets must enter via the Life Time Lobby on 1st Avenue, which is open for floor tickets only.

What bag size is allowed at Target Center?

Bags no larger than 5 x 9 inches are permitted, along with diaper bags and medical bags, and all are subject to search on entry. Strollers are not permitted, and Target Center does not offer an item check.

Can I re-enter Target Center if I leave?

No. Target Center has a no re-entry policy for all events, and guests who exit the building will not be allowed back in for any reason.

How do I arrange accessibility seating or an ASL interpreter at Target Center?

Seating for Deaf and Hard of Hearing patrons is in section 106, and an ASL interpreter is provided only when requested. Interpreter seats cannot be bought online through AXS.com or Ticketmaster.com; contact the box office to purchase them.

Where do I park at Target Center if I need an elevator?

Target Center advises guests who require an elevator to park in Ramp A or B and enter the arena on skyway level. The arena is connected by skyway to Ramps A & B and Mayo Clinic Square Ramp.