Welcome to the 2011 Junior Olympics. A great benefit of JO’s being held in the heart of Minneapolis is that visitors can enjoy a car-free stay, if they choose.
Of course you are going to need to find something to keep yourself occupied between races. I think we’ve got you covered. Whether it’s restaurants, museums, theater, music, or a walk (or a ski) in the park, you will find just what you seek in the Twin Cities.
Download and view the Junior Olympics 2011 Event Guide.
Sign up to receive text message updates – Registration closes at midnight, March 2nd.
Purchase Banquet Tickets – Registration closes at midnight, March 9th.
Lodging
Visitors are encouraged to stay at The Marriott City Center hotel, our “athlete’s village”.
View additional lodging information
Restaurants & Catering Services
Local restaurant and catering information
Transportation & Parking
Event Transportation & Parking Information
Weather
Skiing and Ski Equipment
Shopping
Parents’ Corner
Social Events and Things to Do
Things to See and Do:
- The Guthrie Theater, discounted tickets March 6-12 (just mention Junior Olympics when ordering, in person or by phone only)
- Minneapolis Institute of Arts (free admission every day)
- Science Museum of Minnesota (in St. Paul)
- Walker Art Center (free admission on 1st Saturday of the month, and every Thursday evening, 5-9pm; also free outdoor sculpture garden)
- Minnesota History Center (in St. Paul)
- Mill City Museum
Other Links:
- Minneapolis Convention and Visitors Association
- Minnesota Monthly Magazine
- The Star Tribune Newspaper (for daily schedules of all arts and entertainment in town: click under Entertainment)
- Minneapolis Chamber of Commerce