Target Center
Minneapolis, MN · Arena
Target Center in downtown Minneapolis follows the NBA clear bag rule. Your main bag has to be clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC and no bigger than 12 by 6 by 12 inches, and you can add a small non-clear clutch up to 4.5 by 6.5 inches. The same rule covers Timberwolves games, Lynx games, and concerts.
Backpacks and large purses stay home, even clear ones over the size limit. Medical and diaper bags up to 14 by 14 by 6 inches are allowed and inspected at the gate. There is no on-site bag check, so anything that fails the rule has to go back to the car. The arena connects to the downtown skyway, handy in a Minnesota winter.
Venue details
Need a concert bag for Target Center?
Stadium-approved clear bags that meet the policy.
What you can bring
Or a small clutch, up to
4.5" x 6.5"
Does not need to be clear
- Clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC bag up to 12" x 6" x 12"
- Small non-clear clutch up to 4.5" x 6.5"
- Medical and diaper bags up to 14" x 14" x 6", subject to inspection
Not allowed inside
- Non-clear bags larger than a 4.5" x 6.5" clutch
- Backpacks and large purses
- Coolers and outside food and drink, except for medical or infant needs
- Professional cameras, tripods, and monopods
- Weapons of any kind
Medical and diaper bags up to 14 by 14 by 6 inches are allowed and inspected at entry. There is no on-site bag check, so plan around the clear bag rule.
Upcoming events
Heading to a show at Target Center? Here are the next events, with tickets on StubHub and SeatGeek so you can compare before you buy. The bag policy above applies to every one of them.
Browse all upcoming concerts →
No bag that fits? Plan ahead
Target Center does not have an on-site bag check, so anything that does not meet the clear bag rule has to return to your vehicle before you reach the gate.
Common questions
Does Target Center require clear bags?
Yes. Bags must be clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC up to 12 by 6 by 12 inches. A small non-clear clutch up to 4.5 by 6.5 inches is also allowed.
What size bag can I bring to Target Center?
A clear bag up to 12 by 6 by 12 inches, plus a small clutch up to 4.5 by 6.5 inches. Medical and diaper bags up to 14 by 14 by 6 inches are inspected.
Are backpacks allowed at Target Center?
No. Backpacks and large purses are not allowed, even clear ones over the size limit.
What is the bag policy for Timberwolves games?
The same clear bag rule applies to Timberwolves games, Lynx games, and concerts.
Getting there
Gates open
Doors usually open 90 minutes before Timberwolves and Lynx tip-off and 60 to 90 minutes before concerts.
Parking
Downtown Minneapolis ramps surround the arena, several connected by the skyway, with the A and B ramps closest. Booking ahead is the easy option.
Public transit
Metro Transit light rail and buses serve downtown near the arena, with Target Field Station and Warehouse District stops a short walk away.
Rideshare
Uber and Lyft use a designated zone near the arena. Follow staff signage after the event.
Seating chart
Verified June 2026 against the Target Center official policy. Rules can change for one-off events, so check your event page too.