When you’re looking for a meeting destination, look no further than fun’s favorite place: Bloomington, Minnesota. It boasts top hotels, outstanding facilities, and a central location just a short lightrail ride away from the Minneapolis and Saint Paul metro areas. Bloomington is home to major corporate headquarters, miles of green space, and Mall of America. Altogether, it’s the best of the bold north, offering unrivaled value for meeting planners.
Bloomington is mere minutes away from the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, the No. 1 airport in the United States according to the “2025 J.D. Power Airport Satisfaction Study.” It serves as one of the largest hubs for Delta Air Lines and its hometown Sun Country Airlines. The airport services flights to more than 160 domestic and international destinations. The best part for meeting attendees? The free shuttles offered at many Bloomington hotels to and from the airport and Mall of America.
Entertainment and Dining for Every Group
Here, groups stay close to the action. Catch pro sports, concerts, or theater just minutes away in Minneapolis and Saint Paul, or step outside to explore the trails and wildlife at Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge. In Mall of America alone, your meeting group can shop in over 520 stores with no sales tax on clothing and shoes, plus let loose at thrilling attractions like SEA LIFE® at Mall of America and Nickelodeon Universe®.
When hunger strikes, there are dozens of restaurants at Mall of America that offer everything from coffee and quick bites to delectable sit-down dinners for business meetings and group gatherings. Hotels around Bloomington also feature unique culinary experiences crafted by their in-house chefs. With so much within reach, planners can craft itineraries that balance work, play and relaxation—all without leaving Bloomington.
Meet the Under-One-Roof Experience
Bloomington makes it easy to meet, stay, and play—all under one roof. Connected directly to Mall of America, both Radisson Blu Mall of America and JW Marriott Minneapolis Mall of America offer exceptional meeting spaces, on-site dining, and world-class amenities just steps from hundreds of shops and endless entertainment. Attendees can move seamlessly from a morning session to a group dinner or team outing without ever leaving the building. Plus, the mall offers exclusive group activities for ice-breaking, team building, or just plain and simple fun.
With convenience, comfort, and entertainment built right in, Bloomington sets the standard for effortless meetings in the bold north. The seasoned team at Bloomington Minnesota Travel & Tourism has all the relationships and know-how to save planners time and money. If you’re ready to plan your next event, visit bloomingtonmn.org/meetings to get started and connect with the Bloomington team.
