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About Rouge at The Lounge
Rouge at The Lounge was a prominent upscale nightclub located at 411 2nd Ave N in Downtown Minneapolis, within the Warehouse District. Known for its three-room layout and DJ-driven nights, the venue hosted notable events and attracted visitors from across the Twin Cities. While Rouge at The Lounge closed permanently in 2020, this page provides a thorough profile to help fans and historians understand the space, its location, and nearby options for lodging and dining.
Use this page as a reference for historical event planning, venue research, and to discover nearby accommodations and transportation options in Downtown Minneapolis.
Location and layout details reflect the venue's past configuration as a three-room nightclub rather than a traditional seated show hall. For prospective event planners or fans researching Minneapolis nightlife, Rouge at The Lounge stands as a notable piece of the city’s entertainment landscape. When you’re ready to plan a night out, we’ve got you covered with nearby transit, parking guidance, and trusted affiliate lodging and dining partners to complement your visit.
Transit and parking information emphasizes easy access via the Marq2 transit corridor, multiple Downtown bus routes, and walking distance to several hotels. If you’re seeking updated recommendations for current venues or events, check with our team for the latest options in the Downtown Minneapolis area.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Location: 411 2nd Ave N, Minneapolis, MN 55401 (Downtown Minneapolis / Warehouse District).
- Venue type: upscale nightclub branded Rouge at The Lounge with a three-room layout; described as a dance club with multiple rooms and DJ nights.
- Status: closed permanently in 2020; closure reported by the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal (June 10, 2020).
- Seating/capacity: public capacity and seating chart not publicly published; venue described as a three-room nightclub rather than a traditional seated theater.
- Transit: located along the Marq2 transit corridor on Marquette and 2nd Avenues with Metro Transit bus stops (Stops A-H); multiple downtown bus routes serve the area.
- Nearby hotels: several downtown hotels within a short walk, including TownePlace Suites Minneapolis Downtown/North Loop (525 N 2nd St) and the Rand Tower Hotel in the nearby North Loop/Downtown area.
- Notable events: the venue hosted notable DJs and events; MSP Magazine notes the venue’s prominence and even mentions Prince among notable guests.