Open Streets Minneapolis, the City’s popular summer event series, will continue this Saturday, September 21st from 11am until 5pm. The City has partnered with the West Broadway Business Coalition for the second event of the season. West Broadway Ave. will be closed from Lyndale Ave. to Penn Ave. as local businesses, artists, and community groups come together to turn the streets into a special space temporarily free from car traffic – a place to grow community connections.
"We are thrilled to bring Open Streets West Broadway to life again," said Kristel Porter, Executive Director of West Broadway Business and Area Coalition. “This event is more than just a street festival—it's a powerful celebration of our vibrant community and the incredible energy that exists in North Minneapolis. Partnering with the city and our local organizations allows us to transform West Broadway Avenue into a space where neighbors can connect, celebrate, and support our diverse local businesses."
The West Broadway Business Coalition plans on there being plenty to do with more than 250 vendors and activities spread across 17 blocks. Live music, dance performances and cultural showcases will celebrate the rich diversity of North Minneapolis through art. Pop-up markets and a cultural food court will allow visitors to enjoy the heritage of the community through handmade crafts and culinary delights.
Open Streets Minneapolis events give local businesses, artists and community groups a one-day opportunity to transform the streets into a place where people can gather and celebrate the diversity and creativity of the city while walking, biking and rolling. Since the first event in 2011, Open Streets events have drawn more than 680,000 people.