If you love exploring local art, meeting talented creators, and discovering one-of-a-kind pieces you won’t find anywhere else, mark your calendar for Art Attack! 2025. This signature Minneapolis open-studio weekend returns to the Northrup King Building from November 14–16, 2025, and it’s one of the most anticipated Twin Cities art events of the entire year.
Every fall, the historic Northrup King Building in Northeast Minneapolis transforms into a multi-level creative playground, filled with energy, inspiration, and hundreds of working artists welcoming visitors into their studios. Whether you’re a casual browser or a serious collector, this event delivers an immersive experience you’ll want to come back to each day.
Art Attack is the Northrup King Building’s annual showcase weekend, where more than 350 artists open their studios to the public. You can explore paintings, sculpture, jewelry, ceramics, textiles, photography, mixed media, furniture, and more—all within one massive arts complex in the heart of the Northeast Minneapolis Arts District.
It’s a rare chance to:
Meet artists in person
Watch live demonstrations
Shop original artwork
Explore four levels of creative spaces
Experience one of the largest open-studio events in Minnesota
If you’ve never been inside the Northrup King Building before, this is the weekend to do it.
Art Attack! 2025
📅 November 14–16, 2025
📍 Northrup King Building, Minneapolis, MN
🔗 Official Event Info: See details here:
https://www.northrupkingbuilding.com/events/art-attack
Expect expanded hours, special exhibitions, building-wide installations, and curated gallery events. Food trucks and neighborhood breweries are usually steps away, making it easy to make a full day of your visit.
Art Attack is more than a gallery walk—it’s an experience that celebrates the creative spirit of the Twin Cities. Here are a few reasons locals and visitors return year after year:
Walk floor-to-floor through a wide range of art styles and mediums. Many artists only open their studios to the public once or twice a year.
November is cozy, cool, and the perfect time to explore indoor arts events before the holiday rush. Art Attack offers a relaxed environment to browse, shop, and connect.
If you want meaningful, local, handmade gifts, this is the place to find them.
The Northrup King Building is a cornerstone of the Northeast Arts District. Art Attack captures its creative culture in one unforgettable weekend.
Arrive early to get parking and explore at your own pace.
Wear comfortable shoes—you’ll be walking and climbing stairs.
Bring a tote bag for art and handmade goods.
Plan for 2–3 hours at minimum.
Support artists directly by purchasing from the studios.
Turn your Art Attack visit into a Northeast adventure. Nearby you’ll find:
Local breweries
Coffee shops
Cocktail rooms
Vintage stores
Award-winning restaurants
Scenic spots along the Mississippi River
It’s an easy way to turn your art outing into a full Twin Cities experience.
Whether you’re an art lover, a weekend explorer, or simply looking for a unique Minneapolis event to enjoy this fall, Art Attack! 2025 is a can’t-miss experience. Celebrate creativity, connect with local artists, and discover something new in one of the most vibrant creative hubs in Minnesota.
Stay tuned to 365 Things To Do in the Twin Cities for more can’t-miss events happening throughout Minneapolis and St. Paul this season.
🔗 Official Event Info: See details here:
https://www.northrupkingbuilding.com/events/art-attack
