Game Day Guide
Target Center, Minneapolis, MN
Data updated: 2025-26 NBA Season
The Chronology
Your complete game day timeline at Target Center.
Arrive in the Warehouse District
Park in a nearby ramp or take the Blue/Green Line. Explore the Warehouse District bars and restaurants along 1st Avenue and Hennepin.
Pregame dining
Grab dinner at the Freehouse, Brit's Pub, or one of the North Loop restaurants. Try a Juicy Lucy if you haven't.
Doors open
Enter the arena via the Skyway (in winter) or street entrance. Explore the concourse and the Wolves team store.
Find your seat
Settle in for the Wolves' howling intro and player introductions. The arena has improved its game-day production significantly.
Game time
Wolves games have grown from a library-quiet reputation to genuinely loud since the 2024 playoff run. Total game time is about 2-2.5 hours.
Halftime break
Hit the concourse for a Juicy Lucy burger or Minnesota craft beer from Surly or Summit.
Post-game scene
Walk to the Warehouse District bars on 1st Avenue or the North Loop for post-game drinks. Use the Skyway in winter to stay warm.
Atmosphere Intelligence
Games are indoors and climate-controlled, but you'll still be outside for parking and walking to the venue.
October
3.0 inchesFully climate-controlled at ~72°F year-round. Mild conditions outside, a light jacket is enough for pre/post-game activities.
December
1.3 inchesFully climate-controlled at ~72°F year-round. Cold conditions outside. Bundle up with winter layers for pre/post-game activities.
January
0.9 inchesFully climate-controlled at ~72°F year-round. Bitterly cold outside, full winter gear essential for any time spent outside the venue.
March
1.6 inchesFully climate-controlled at ~72°F year-round. Cool conditions outside. Bring a jacket for pre/post-game activities.
April
3.3 inchesFully climate-controlled at ~72°F year-round. Mild conditions outside, a light jacket is enough for pre/post-game activities.