Minnebar20 will be held Saturday May 2, 2026 at Best Buy’s Corporate Campus. Complete schedule of event will be posted on http://sessions.minnestar.org.
Schedule of the day:
- 8:00 – 8:30 | Registration & Light Breakfast
- 8:30 – 9:30 | Kickoff & Session 0
- 9:45 – 12:05 | Morning Sessions
- 11:20 – 1:25 | Lunch**
- 12:30 – 4:50 | Afternoon Sessions
- 4:50 – 7:00 | Third Annual Charles Edge Social Hour
**Note: We’re trying something new this year — a longer lunch that spans two session blocks. This gives everyone more time to grab food, catch a session, connect with new people, or take a breather before the afternoon gets rolling. Whether you want to dive into a session first, refuel early, or spend some extra time networking — lunch at Minnebar is now a little more flexible.
WiFi – Complimentary guest WiFi.
Info Desk – Best Buy staffs an information desk with information about the convention center (bathroom locations, lost & found, bike entry, etc). The Info Desk will be located near the check-In location.
Coat Racks – Visitor lobby has space for 1000 coats; first come, first served.
Lost and Found – Bring all lost and found items will be to Info Desk. A contact within Best Buy will pick up all items the next day and will be the point of contact for missing items. Contact us for post-event information.
Nursing Stations – For attendees needing space for nursing, a room will be provided. Ask at the Security Desk for access.
For all other questions, email support@minnestar.org
We’ve got you covered throughout the day with plenty of options to keep you fueled, caffeinated, and hydrated. We do our best to offer inclusive options for a range of dietary needs — more on that below. Here’s what to expect:
💧 WATER
- In an effort to reduce plastic waste, water stations will be provided throughout the facility. Bring a water bottle to fill up and stay hydrated throughout the day!
🥯 BREAKFAST
- Light breakfast will be available starting at 8:00 AM in the cafeteria area (bagels, donuts, fresh fruit, granola bars, yogurt).
🍪 SNACKS & COFFEE
- Complimentary water, soft drinks and snacks will be available all day in the cafeteria. We'll have fruit throughout the day and you can check out the nutrition facts for our packaged snacks here.
- Free regular coffee will be brewing at Caribou until 2:30 PM. If you’d like to purchase other drinks or snacks, Caribou will be open 8PM-2:30PM.
- Best Buy has also added a self-serve "connivence store" and Farmer's Fridge at the entrance to Sandy's (the Cafeteria), where you can purchase additional snacks, beverages, and more.
🍕 LUNCH
- Lunch from Pizza Luce is included with your event ticket, and can be found in the Best Buy Cafeteria (Sandy’s Place). Vegetarian, Vegan and Gluten-Free pizza options will be available.
- During lunch, the outdoor area near Sandy's will be open and accessible for anyone who would prefer to eat outside (weather permitting). During the rest of the day, these doors will remain closed for security purposes.
CHARLES EDGE SOCIAL HOUR
- Joins us back in Sandy's Place (the Cafeteria) from 4:50-7PM to mingle, network and celebrate the #MNtech community! Minnebar attendees will receive one free drink ticket, and light appetizers will be provided. A selection of both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be available with your ticket and for purchase.
We do our best to accommodate dietary needs and keep everyone well-fed and hydrated — but with a crowd this size, it’s a big lift! If you’re having trouble finding something that works for you, please don’t hesitate to let us know.
Check-in is on the 2nd floor at the North entrance, accessible from parking ramp doors P1N–P4N. We’re making a big effort this year to ensure everyone is registered — thanks in advance for your patience during the morning rush!
When you arrive, volunteers will check you in using your name (no ticket or QR code needed!). They'll also give you a token to exchange for your t-shirt.
After you're checked in, you will:
- Grab a name tag, and customize it
- Exchange a token for you Minnebar t-shirt
Check-in will be open all day, so feel free to arrive when it works for you — and you’re welcome to come and go as needed.
A quick heads up: attendees should be pre-registered, and if we’re on a waitlist, tickets won’t be available day-of — so be sure to grab your tickets ahead of time here.
If you need anything throughout the day, swing back by check-in — it’s your go-to spot for help.
Feeling a little turned around? Can't find your room? No worries.
We’ve got volunteers stationed throughout the space to help — including at:
- Check-in (near the entrance)
- Newbie table (near the arcade)
- Various spots around the building
Look for the yellow lanyards — you can’t miss them. They’re there to help you get where you need to go 🙌
Schedule – To see a the complete session schedule, go to http://sessions.minnestar.org
Hours – 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM — Kick-off at 8:30am!!
FAQs and event details can be found here at https://minnestar.org/ultimate-guide-to-minnebar17/.
Social Media – Follow Minnebar on social media and share your experiences:
- Hashtag: #minnebar
- Twitter: @minnestar
- Facebook: Minnestar
- LinkedIn: Minnestar
- Instagram: @minnestarmn
If you can no longer attend and have already reserved a ticket, please check out this Humanitix article to find instructions on how to cancel your ticket so another person can attend.
Best Buy Corporate Campus
7601 Penn Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55423
Google Maps
🚗 IN A MOTOR VEHICLE
Free parking is available in the Penn Ave Employee Parking Ramp, accessible from Penn Ave.
- Do not park in the visitor lot
- Event entry is only available via the parking ramp
- Use north-side doors to enter: P1N, P2N, or P3N
- Registration is on Level P3N
Here's a map to help you out:
Reminder: It’s construction season in Minnesota. There are no major closures near Best Buy HQ, but we recommend giving yourself extra time and checking your route before leaving.
This is where you'll enter the building:
🚲 ON A BICYCLE
The easiest way to enter by bike is via the Penn Ave Employee Parking Ramp, accessible from Penn Ave.
- Please lock your bike before entering the venue
- Bike racks are available on P1N, P2N, and P3N
- Enter from Penn Ave and use caution around vehicles
As an alternative, bikers may also arrive via the transit entrance on 76th and use the intercom to be let in.
We’ll have signs (and friendly humans) to help you find your way.
🚌 ON THE BUS
Penn Ave. – If you are dropped off on Penn Ave, follow the sidewalk along the driveway leading into the parking ramp tunnel, this leads to the transit entrance. Use the intercom to be let in.
76th Street – Follow the sidewalk to the transit entrance and use the intercom to be let in.
Knox Ave. – The patio entrance is closed. Walk to 76th Street and follow the sidewalk to the transit entrance. Use the intercom to be let in.
This is the transit entrance:
First held in 2006, Minnebar is an annual community technology conference held in Minneapolis.
Minnebar, like other BarCamps, is an (un)conference that is participant-led and has a very loose structure.
BarCamps are held around the world from Swaziland to Seattle; Minnebar is rumored to be the largest in the Western Hemisphere. There are no formal or curated workshops (although we sometimes host minor web celebrities), and all sessions are led by people from the tech and business community.
Learn more about Minnebar here and check out recordings from Minnebar17 here.
Minnebar is free and open to anyone with an interest.