Looking for a bit of a thrill in Minneapolis? TravelSkoot shows you the best sporting events and activities the city has to offer -- from Canterbury Park Racetrack to Wooddale Fun Zone. Whether you're traveling with family, friends, or business associates, a sporting event might be the perfect finishing touch to make your next Minneapolis visit complete.
Win, place and definitely show up for a great day at the races at Canterbury Park Race Track. Here, race seasons begins in mid-May and runs through August. Here, you can place your pennies on the high stakes purse or bet a two dollar minimum on the pony of your choice. Known as one of the last great American racetracks, Canterbury Park houses a mile-long oval racetrack with three chutes, a tri-level grandstand and a card club.
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Sports fans will immediately feel the excitement as they walk through the entrance of the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome, home of the Minnesota Twins, the Minnesota Vikings and the University of Minnesota football team. In addition, these 20 acres of land have hosted a variety of cultural events, family focused-activities and historical sporting events such as the Major League Baseball's 1985 All Star Game, two World Series, two NCAA Final Fours and a Super Bowl.
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Break out of the cold Midwest winter monotony and attend an event at the Xcel Energy Center. This center is home to The Minnesota Swarm professional lacrosse team and the Minnesota Wild professional hockey team. With its state-of-the-art sound system, four 9’ x 16’ video boards, two restaurants and countless concession stands, it also serves as a popular venue for hosting major entertainment acts like Fleetwood Mac and Bruce Springsteen.
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At Wheel Fun Rentals, FUN is their middle name. With four locations in Minneapolis, you and your family can have the ride of your life. Choose from a multitude of cycles, canoes, paddle boards and paddle boats. All equipment is for rent on an hourly basis. Also offered here are special team building activities like a scavenger hunt and a triathlon. So, start spinning your wheels as you have a blast at Wheel Fun Rentals.
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Comfort awaits you at the Hilton Minneapolis/St. Paul Airport Mall of America hotel, located in the Twin Cities suburb of Bloomington, Minnesota, just one mile from legendary Midwest shopping Mecca, Mall of America. The hotel sits adjacent to the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge, putting guests literally next door to nature during their stay in one of 300 deluxe guest rooms, including 15 suites, each complete with a full array of amenities. Mouthwatering selections can be found at Blue Water Grill & Lounge, which features fresh seafood, wood-grilled steaks, and a daily breakfast buffet. Three miles from the Minneapolis St. Paul International Airport and one mile from the Light Rail Transit Station, the Hilton Minneapolis/St. Paul Airport Mall of America hotel is the perfect choice for your Twin Cities stay.
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