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About Basilica Block Party Grounds
The Basilica Block Party Grounds sits on the Basilica of Saint Mary campus in downtown Minneapolis, offering a historic outdoor festival setting with multiple stages and a vibrant music lineup. With an original capacity around 16,000–17,000 attendees and a recent relocation expanding capacity, this venue delivers a unique blend of culture, community, and live music. Whether you’re catching a headline act or exploring the three-stage setup, we’ve got you covered with practical, no-fuss ticketing and venue details.
Plan ahead with parking options like nearby ramps, transit alternatives, and VIP perks when available. We highlight nearby hotels and dining to help you maximize your visit. For event specifics, check the current date, performer lineup, and venue guidelines. And if you’re looking to secure your seats, we’ve got a direct path to tickets and official information from trusted sources—like having a friend who can get you in the door.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address commonly listed for Basilica Block Party Grounds: 88 N 17th St, Minneapolis, MN 55403.
- Original capacity at Basilica Block Party Grounds: approximately 16,000–17,000 attendees.
- 2024 relocation: Basilica Block Party was held at Boom Island Park with an estimated capacity of 30,000.
- Venue type: outdoor festival grounds (historic site on the Basilica of Saint Mary campus; multiple stages).
- Seating/chart notes: past iterations included a main stadium-style main stage and additional stages; seating layouts have been described on ticket/venue sites, though not always publicly published as full official diagrams.
- Parking: options included nearby parking ramps such as the MCTC ramp; VIP passes sometimes included parking; organizers also coordinated transit options. Public transit and event parking details have been published by sources covering the festival.
- Transit: some sources note options for free rides via Metro Transit for ticket holders; additional bus routes provided access.
- Nearby hotels (downtown Minneapolis): The Chambers (901 Hennepin Ave, 55403), Hilton Minneapolis (1001 Marquette Ave, 55403), Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot (225 3rd Ave S, 55401).
- Notable past events: headliners such as Kacey Musgraves (2019), Death Cab for Cutie (2016), and Goo Goo Dolls/Counting Crows (2024); the festival has historically featured three stages and even formats like silent disco.
- Renamed/demolished: Basilica Block Party Grounds itself is not demolished; the festival relocated to Boom Island Park in 2024 and was paused in 2025, with discussions for 2026 plans.