Attendee Reception
Monday, May 18
Time: 6:30 – 9:30pm
Location: Mill City Museum, 704 S 2nd St, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Join us at Mill City Museum for an evening of connection, conversation, and Minneapolis character. Enjoy locally inspired food and drinks throughout the space as you explore the museum’s historic ruins and interactive exhibits overlooking the Mississippi River.
Designed for meaningful networking in a relaxed setting, the Attendee Reception offers space to mingle, reconnect with peers, and spark new collaborations across the open source community.
Transportation will be provided.

Tux Trek
Tuesday, May 19
Time: 5:00 – 6:30pm
Location: Solutions Showcase, Exhibit Hall C (First Floor)
When Day 2 wraps, join us at Tux Trek to unwind with drinks and appetizers alongside fellow attendees. Visit the Solutions Showcase to connect with sponsors, explore new technologies, and keep the conversations going in a lively, collaborative atmosphere.

“Unofficial” After-Hours Hangout Spots
Looking to keep networking after conference activities conclude? We encourage our attendees to patronize the local Minneapolis venues listed below to keep the conversation going. Don’t miss out on more ways to save with the Meet Minneapolis Savings Pass and Minneapolis Craft Beer Pass – both are free to sign up and no app download required.
1414 Nicollet Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55403
Distance from convention center:
0.3 miles / 7 min. walk
Business Hours:
- Monday – Thursday: 12:00pm – 9:00pm
- Friday & Saturday: 12:00pm – 10:00pm
- Sunday: Closed
Discount: Receive 10% off your total check when you show your badge!
1110 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN, 55403
Distance from convention center:
0.3 miles / 7 min. walk
Business Hours:
- Sunday – Thursday: 11:30am – 11:00pm
- Friday: 11:30am – 1:00am
- Saturday: 11:00am – 1:00am
Happy Hour: Check out their happy hour until 5:30pm Monday – Friday!
1368 La Salle Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403
Distance from convention center:
0.3 miles / 8 min. walk
Business Hours:
- Monday – Thursday: 3:00pm – 9:00pm
- Friday & Saturday: 11:00am – 11:00pm
- Sunday: 11:00am – 8:00pm
Discount: Receive $2 off your first beverage when you show your badge!
1121 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55403
Distance from convention center:
0.6 miles / 13 min. walk
Business Hours:
- Monday – Thursday: 5:00pm – 9:00pm
- Friday & Saturday: 5:00pm – 10:00pm
- Sunday: 5:00pm – 8:30pm
Happy Hour: Check out their happy hour until 6:30pm Sunday-Thursday!
990 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55403
Distance from convention center:
0.4 miles / 10 min. walk
Business Hours:
- Sunday – Thursday: 11:00am – 10:00pm
- Friday & Saturday: 11:00am – 11:00pm
Happy Hour: Check out their happy hour until 5:00pm Monday – Friday!
2412 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55404
Distance from convention center:
1 mile / 22 min. walk
Business Hours:
- Sunday – Thursday 10:30am – 9:00pm
- Friday & Saturday 10:30am – 10:00pm
Happy Hour: Check out their happy hour until 6:00pm Sunday – Friday!
26 South 6th St, Minneapolis, MN 55402
Distance from convention center:
0.8 miles / 18 min. walk
Business Hours:
- Monday – Thursday: 5:00pm – 9:00pm
- Friday & Saturday: 5:00pm – 10:00pm
- Sunday: 4:00pm – 8:30pm
Happy Hour: Check out their happy hour until 6:00pm Monday – Friday!
215 S 4th St, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Distance from convention center:
0.9 miles / 20 min. walk
Business Hours:
- Monday – Thursday: 11:00am – 11:00pm
- Friday: 11:00am – 12:00am
- Saturday: 7:00am – 12:00am
- Sunday: 7:00am – 11:00pm
Deal: Receive happy hour pricing until close when you show your badge!
*The Linux Foundation has not contracted space or pricing at these venues.
Attendees are on their own for all charges.