Your Guide to the Minneapolis Theater District
We’ve got everything you need to make your day or night at the theater a memorable one.
All year long, Hennepin Arts brings the most popular touring Broadway musicals, plays, concerts, comedy shows and more to Minneapolis. The Pantages, State and Orpheum Theatres are all within a block of each other and help make up the historic theater district of downtown Minneapolis. If you're coming to see a show in one of these majestic theaters we want you to make the most of this experience. Check out this ultimate guide for planning your trip to the theater.
Where to Eat
There are plenty of great food and drink options in this area. Whether you want a full meal before the show or aren't quite ready for the night to end afterwards, we've listed out a few of our favorite spots nearby.
We recommend making reservations. Better safe than sorry!
- Fogo De Chao: Upscale Brazilian chain for all-you-can-eat meat carved tableside plus an extensive salad bar.
- Jack Link's Legend Lounge: A newly opened destination for Orpheum Theatre goers to meet and gather at shows located next to the historic theatre at 900 Hennepin Ave. The lounge features specialty cocktails, wine, beer, non-alcoholic beverages and protein snacks for purchase and opens 90 minutes before each show.
- CRAVE American Kitchen & Sushi Bar: American fare, sushi and rooftop seating.
- Barrio: A vibrant restaurant and tequila bar that prides itself on authentic Latin cuisine and bold cocktails.
- The Newsroom: With an eclectic menu in a warm environment, The Newsroom's craft cocktails and a scratch kitchen food menu changes with the seasons.
- Union Bar & Grill: American cuisine with a spacious bar and skyline views from their rooftop patio.
- The Capital Grill: Upscale chophouse chain with a clubby atmosphere.
- Kieran’s Irish Pub: Bustling hangout with draft beers, pub fare and live Irish music – plus a great patio!
Getting and Staying There
Parking & Transportation
Driving? Find the best parking near the theater!
- 10th and Hennepin
- LaSalle Plaza
- Hawthorne Ramp
- A few open surface lots on 10th Street
Find more ramps, better prices, reserve your spot and pay in advance today!
Transit instead? Choose from multiple highly accessible routes!
- Metro light rail is about an eight-minute walk from Warehouse District Station
- Various buses will bring you in front of or close to Orpheum Theatre
- View Metro Transit's website for detailed route options and fares
Hotel Deals & Rooms Nearby
Make the most of your experience and stay the night! Great hotels within walking distance:
- Marriott City Center
- The Chambers Hotel
- Hampton Inn & Suites, Minneapolis Downtown
- Royal Sonesta
- Loews Minneapolis Hotel
- Embassy Suites by Hilton
- AC Hotel by Marriott
Looking for something a little different and don't mind the proximity? Check out more hotel listings to find your perfect room.
Skyway Access
Both the Orpheum and State Theatres are accessible through skyway on those days were you don't feel like dealing with the weather outside. To get to the Orpheum through skyway find the path to the Hawthorne Transit Center. The third level of the building will be connected through skyway and will lead you to the balcony level entrance of the Orpheum Theatre.
The State Theater is located in the LaSalle Plaza building which is also a skyway connected building. Follow the way there and once you have reached LaSalle Plaza just take the escalator/elevator down to street level.
Signs will be displayed along the skyway system to get you where you need to go, but for more information check out our Minneapolis Skyway Guide.
Get Your Theater On
Photo by Jason Tesauro @themoderngent
With more tickets sold than anywhere outside of NYC, the Minneapolis theater scene is thriving. Check out some other shows and popular theaters while you're here!
