The Armory was one of the best concert venues in the Twin Cities. I will not be going back, however, because they dont care enough to get fans their refunds. A number of summer shows were cancelled and I still havent received money back for any of them. At this point, I dont care if Ticketmaster and the Armory go out of business.

Great venue, we had tickets in the GA floor. The only slight problem was both of us who went are under 52 and couldnt see around everyone else. The sound was amazing however, and I highly recommend the advance parking pass to get into the venue. It made things way easier and allowed us a guaranteed parking spot. Ive gone for two shows and will definitely be back for more!

This venue is setup perfect for live shows. There is a huge main ground floor to chill during a band set or turn up with the squad to your favorite DJ. Both side of the main floor are lined wall to wall in a bars. I never had to wait once for a drink!

First time visiting this venue. Up from Virginia visiting Family in Wisconsin. Sister took me to the 93X Nutcracker concert. It was a great time! Venue was big and well laid out. Staff was friendly and helpful. Security was amazing! In place and observant yet allowing people to enjoy themselves without getting out of control. Prices were normal for that type of show. I was very impressed. I have social anxiety issues. New places/big places/big crowds/loudness...usually those send me over the top and my flight instinct kicks in. This didnt happen. Not once did I overwhelmed. Design of the Armory/placement of staff and security... it all flowed and made things smooth and easy! Definitely would recommend this venue.

I went to see Ghost in concert. Freaking amazing. I recommend it. We arrived and the line was 2 and a half blocks long. Worth it. Security was tough. They even wouldnt let employees through. We got here and upgraded to the VIP experience for extremely cheap for Ghost. Nice to have connections. The atmosphere was one of the best in this establishment. I highly recommend the Armory for anyone and everyone. Thank you for this wonderful experience. I will be back for more.

Favorite Twin Cities Venue hands-down! I love the room this space provides. (As someone who loves live music but doesnt enjoy tightly packed crowds.) The sound quality is always superb. Great acts are rolling in here. Ive seen rock and hip hop shows here and they are all wonderful. Gives the big show feel without being in the nosebleeds of a stadium. Tickets are typically reasonably priced as well!

Being a well traveled person I have been to hundreds of venues. With that being said the Armory IS on my top three of all time best! The convenience of the bars, their bathroom access, vip and booth arrangements all are exceptionally accommodating! While the building is in order it would be nothing without the AMAZING staff that make it a what it is, a magical place! Thank you to everyone at the Armory (guests included) for making some of my best concert memories!

Great sounding and looking place! Many of my favorite shows ever have been here just over the past 3 years or so. Although Ive never been, the balcony situation seems to be very good, plenty of visibility. Theyre not the best at taking into account how many balcony seats will end up going to GA, or maybe theyre overbooking most shows for whatever reason, but it gets insanely packed on the floor. Only thing is it could use better cooling.

Oh my gosh! My second concert here and another amazing evening! We are treated right every time. From the reservations, to parking, to check in, to taking us to our seats and taking care of us all night. Everything was so smooth. And Valentines Day tonight, what? Rose petals on our table! Worth every penny to see a show here!

One of the greatest, cleanest, safest atmospheres Ive ever experienced a bass show at. The staff was amazing, the production was mind blowing, the crowd was fantastic, kind, and energetic. ALSO S/O TO CHUWY THE SECURITY GUARD AT THE LEFT SIDE RAIL!!! Give that dude a fat raise cause he was keeping people safe, hydrated, comforted, and sturdy at the rail. Much love.Throw your Xs up

This is a great venue. The large open floor is great for allowing you to find your comfort spot and just chill there. Parking on site is great. Lots of food in the immediate vicinity.

I really like the size of the venue, a lot of room to not feel super crowded! Amazing acoustics for the music and friendly staff! Will definitely is it again soon!

Not huge but not small. A perfect venue in my eyes. Drinks werent over priced. All in all awesome

This place is awesome. I love how theres bars on either side. The sound system is great too. Ive seen a couple good shows here so far. Highly recommend. Special shout-out to the tall, red-headed security guard that squeezed me tight enough to convince me this was a safe joint.

This is now my favorite venue in town! Great atmosphere- modern flare on an historic gem. Various ticket/seat options. Bar layout is AMAZING and never a wait. The elevated platform adjacent to general floor is an excellent spot for those in short nature!! ;) ticket box has great hours, admission went fast prior to event the only critic is the exiting and coat check is not efficient.

One of the best concert venues Ive ever been too. Good sound, great bar, clean bathrooms. I we all super unique setup and awesome staff.

This is a great concert venue. There are a lot of bars so the wait is never very long for drinks. The bathrooms are also centrally located so they are never far away. It is intimate so you are never very far away from the stage. I would recommend that you get there early so that you can stand along the rails by the raised bar portion and you will always be able to see well no matter who wants to stand in front of you.

Saw Foster The People here. It was my first time at the venue and I thought it was pretty cool. Lots of parking options nearby (street meters, parking lots, etc). Green common area in the back right by the stadium that’s nice to hang out at. Love that this historic building has found a new use! Very big inside, great concert venue. Getting through security was smooth. Bathrooms were modern, clean and lots of stalls, which is important at a concert! Most important for me was that FTP put on an amazing show!

The Armory is the best place for shows tons of sold out shows great production every time. Security is really good here as well and moves quickly. If your looking to take in a show this is the place and the sound inside is by far the best in the Twin Cities.

Definitely deserves 5 stars! This place is honestly as good as it gets! Great sound! VERY Clean! Balcony seats are Exceptional! With a bar & Restroom always just a few steps away; It’s like sitting in your Lazy Boy at a live performance! I’ve visited close to 50 different venues. The Armory is by far, the nicest venue I’ve ever been to!

I love the set up, great venue! Security gets you through quickly and efficiently. Last minute we upgraded to a VIP box suite for the concert and everyone was very friendly and accommodating for us. Every time Ive been to the armory there are never lines at the bar or the bathroom. Always a good time!

Good sight lines good sound wasnt overcrowded as long as you dont get too close easy to get to restrooms and bar. Security didnt hassle you cant think of anything bad unless you dont like crowds then stay back otherwise 5 stars

Had never been to this venue before and didn’t know what to expect.It’s so much bigger than I thought it would be. We had floor tickets and had a good vantage point from each spot we stood. I am short so I never expect to see well at shows but I was able to every now and then!Also, we were pleasantly surprised by how fast security, drink and even the bathroom lines went!

Ive been here to see many shows. And Ive been around most of the venues that host concerts and Ive got to say this is my favorite venue. Its spacious and has very high ceilings, which makes the whole place breathable and cool, no matter how many people are there. Bars are also very conveniently lined up against two sides of the venue, making it easily accessible. Theres also parking garages very close (and even parking right under the venue, if your lucky enough to grab a spot), so parking is no trouble.

Great venue for Music shows. This place is huge with great sound and production values. It has a huge bar with reasonably priced drinks.

Bars everywhere so you always have access to drinks and the place is Huge! Recommend having at least 1 person in your group carry/wear something that stands out and makes them easier to find.

Love this venue. It’s small but historical. We booked the couple suite for Steve Miller band concert, the staffs and servers were all very professional and friendly. Good food and beverage options. We really enjoyed the concert there!

Was actually blown away with the setup, view lines and overall experience. Very high class and I see what all the talk has been about for The Armory. Definitely will be back for a future event!

I’ve been to two concerts at the Armory and this venue is very quickly becoming one of my favorite venue’s in Minnesota. It is in the perfect position to be big enough to host huge artists but small enough where you are not in a giant arena not set up for concerts. This venue reminds me of an airplane hangar. Walking through the main doors you walk into this long, open, tall venue with the main stage at the end of the hangar. The middle floor is dropped down, on either sides the floors are up about 5 feet. There are two bars on either side of the venue that stretch almost the entire length of the walls. There are a ton of bar tenders, so getting drinks was super easy. Beers were $7-$10, and mixed drinks were $10 and up. There are two male and two female bathrooms. They are huge and there was absolutely no line at any point. There are two levels of balcony/VIP seating on either side of the venue. There really was no bad spot in the venue. We were able to see the stage anywhere we went. There were a bunch of employees walking around and cleaning up trash and wiping up spills. Seriously the employees were fantastic. Security is strict, with metal detectors so don’t mess around with them. I highly suggest checking this place out for an event.

Place was huge with some awesome side bars for drinks and food. Went for the Billie Eilish concert, it was super easy to see even from the way back of the crowd. It was tons of fun!!

Great place for concerts. Sound is good. Service from the bar was excellent. These are photos from the Ghost concert

The venue has been redone to cater for events. There is access within blocks to parking or light rail stops. There are different levels of access including general floor, VIP with booths and bottle service, and balcony seats. Keep in mind seats start at 1 farthest from the stage. The higher the number the closer you are. The cheap seats are not comfortable bar stools but there is enough room to stand up and people can still get by. The fancy seats are super comfortable, but due to the safety rail its hard to see the entire stage without leaning forward. There are probably 20 bars on the main floor, and each ticketed area also has at least one dedicated bar.Overall we were very pleased with the experience.Security is serious. Belts had to come off and all metal identified. Dont be surprised.

I saw my 1st concert here not too long ago and it was amazing! I love the smaller, intimate type setting. The sound was great and we found parking close by. I already bought tickets for the next show....cant wait.

Very nice venue. Wheelchair friendly on the second level, just buy a general admission ticket and when you get there the staff will bring you up to the suite level or you can stay on the floor level but it gets packed with people. The staff was very helpful and friendly.

Great venue for a show ! Been to a couple of EDM type shows which were super great and lighting and sound is awesome.

This is a great place for concerts. Great sound no bad seat. A good place for a boxing match. They need to work on how the layout the seats. The need to stagger the rows so you are looking at the back of the head of the person in front of you.

We came here for a show and having been to many venues in the Twin Cities, I can say this is one of the most enjoyable. The sound quality was great (small echo near the back but nothing bothersome). The amenities were clean and there were plenty of restrooms. The bars lining each side are a nice touch and even with a sold out show we didn’t feel cramped. The second level is set back a little ways so you don’t risk having a drink dropped on you, unlike other places.

Very Cool place for a concert or event. Bands have ample room for a full stage setup. Webpage is less than informative about seating options, but if you have the suite or club level tickets, there are bars and bathrooms readily available. Sound was awesome.Access into the building was extremely slow and cumbersome (metal detectors at a metal concert slows the line). It took about 80 minutes to get into the building and through security for a sold out concert.

Ive been to two shows at The Armory in the last three months. Both shows I was able to be on the balcony level. Its a fantastic venue - easy access to drinks/concessions, ample restrooms and everything is kept VERY clean. Staff seems pretty friendly for the most part. My only complaint would be coat check. I just think its in a weird spot and traffic there gets a bit hectic at the end of the night due to its location.

Ive enjoyed every single concert Ive been to at The Armory, and Im excited to go to even more!!!! I really love the large screens and lights -- they enhance the experience. Everything sounds great, the bathrooms are nice, and security gets you through pretty quickly. Its not hard to end up close to the stage. Love this venue!

Great concert venue, spacious, clean and easily accessible bathrooms, lots of security (felt very safe), great sound and the bar runs the entire length of the venue. You can also see the stage from anywhere inside the venue. One of the best concert spaces I have every been to, great experience at The Armory. Also within 5 minutes walk of two light rail stations.

Beautiful renovation with great acoustics. Concert was fun! Site lines were great! Friendly crowd. Definitely going to look at upcoming concerts here.

Quick drink lines. Good sightlines. Sound is generally well done. Easy bathroom access.

The Armory is a great concert venue. As a parent of teens not yet old enough to drive, I appreciate that I can buy them GA tickets and reserve a seat for myself on the third level where I don’t have to deal with the crowd. The parking underneath the venue is also very convenient!

Great venue for music! The balacony seating was perfect for a 50 person so I was able to enjoy a rock concert. The music carried well through the space and was well balance (not too much base or any one part of the band). They also had decent drinks and great service staff.

Amazing venue. The second floor has bench seating with storage and bottle service right on the rail and its worth every penny. Great sound, good drinks, and they were super helpful with my friends disability making sure we got a good spot where she could see from her scooter. Its a bit more expensive than other local venues but they actually have the perks and great staff to make it worth it.

Great venue for a concert. Easy access to food, bars, and restrooms. Saw deadmau5 for the first time here and loved the experience!

Great venue! Its large inside and well maintained. I highly recommend checking this place out. Its gotta be one of my favorite spots to catch a good show!

Hands down the best music venue in the Twin Cities! The lines to get in the venue and through security can take awhile, so get there a little early.Their drink prices are reasonable ($8-11/ea & $3 for pop) and virtually no lines to be served. Theres plenty of bathroom stalls as well.

First time at this venue & I was very impressed! Lines to get in were very organized & quick. Service to get a drink was friendly & also prompt. Sound quality during the show was awesome! Cant wait to see another show there!

This is a hard venue for short people. If you’re short, get there early. I do appreciate the upper railing area, allows for a few extra spots for short people. Otherwise, it’s a really nice venue. Big bar, big bathrooms, good sound.

The Armory is the best venue around. There’s plenty of space to stand and still see the stage without feeling too crowded. The best part is there’s an excessive amount of bartenders and bathroom stalls so there’s never a wait past 5 minutes. Underground parking is available so you never have to wait outside in the line as well. 10/10 would recommend for any event they host.

Drinks are pricey, hit a bar before the show if you can. Convenient parking right across the street and quick lines to get in to the venue. Sound quality is good and since its usually a standing crowd people can move in and out pretty well. Probably a minnesota nice thing and I love it

Fantastic venue for music as long as you dont mind standing or you have plenty of disposable income to spend on premium seating. The bars running the length of the building at club level, have a register and bartender every 20 feet, ensuring that you virtually never have to wait, but if you do, youll be able see the stage while youre in line. Acoustics are good and the staff is remarkably friendly and helpful. Drinks were priced on average with other venues. I would definitely go again!

Awesome venue for a concert!! If you do enjoy the band you are seeing, VIP is worth it. Ive been going to concerts for many, many years but this had been my favorite place to go. Below are photos from the Halestorm concert back in April. X back in February was great as well.

I’ve now seen 4 shows at the Armory, and I’ve loved every one of them. The size is just right, sound and lights are great. My last show I sat in a box to the right of the stage, and it was fantastic - great view (especially for a short person like me) and great service. I’ll definitely see more shows at the Armory!

I’ve been attending shows in the city since 2012. This venue and staff surpasses all other venues in the city. My experiences within are excellent every time. Sound is great. Room to dance. Small lines for the bar and clean, private bathrooms. I LOVE THE ARMORY!

Absolutely love the vibe, they feature very relevant & diverse types of music at many different levels of stature!

Get there early. Entrance lines were a bit slow to get in. Otherwise a great experience at this venue. Sound was good and you get an intimate feel for a little larger venue.

I attend many concerts a year, and have been To very many shows at the Armory, then came the Deep Purple concert, it was probably my favorite, the small venue is awesome and the price was very reasonable

I have never had a bad experience here. The staff is always helpful and friendly, the drinks aren’t watered down, the bathrooms are always amazing. But the shows.... no matter where you are it’s a great spot! I’ve been in front, back, and on the sides and every one is truly amazing!!

Best venue for concert in Minnesota in my opinion. Some of the best acts come here now. Where else can you go for $50 bucks and get right up to the stage? No where. The setup is perfect. Easy access to drinks. Parking is painless. I havent checked out VIP or belcony seating, I imagine its sweet. Personally Id rather be on the floor. Met some of the coolest people at this place. Concerts have been the best Ive ever been to. Worth every penny, everytime I go. I try and go once a month, limited time but I try. Photos are of 3 Doors Down and Soul Asylum.

We were in a 2 person suite for Jason Isbell and it was awesome! We liked not having to be down on the floor with everyone because we have that kind of personality. The venue is so unique and such a cool atmosphere. I feel like every seat in the house would be great to see a performance from.

It was a great venue to see a show. I loved it.

The Armory in Downtown Minneapolis is awesome! I love this place!

Such an amazing venue! I’ve been here for four shows since it has opened. The sound and light system are incredible. There’s not a bad seat in the house! Staff is friendly and it’s a safe venue

Its a nice place but they really should consider raising the stage about 2 feet. It is impossible to see the stage unless you are really tall or are able to weasel in along the side. My friends agree with me on this. The bathrooms are great and its easy to get a drink as the bars run along the length of the building on both sides.

One of the cleanest and most customer-focused venues I’ve ever been to. The set up of the venue is incredible and there’s never a “bad” spot to be! The productions put on by The Armory’s team are always amazing and i have yet to have a bad experience there. Super friendly and helpful staff also. The set up for the bars are hard to beat and I’ve never had to wait more than 2-3 mins for service. All in all, hands down my favorite venue in the Twin Cities!

This stadium is amazing! They did an incredible job with the refurbishment and its the perfect venue for an open admission concert. There isnt a bad place to be. Theres a huge row of service stations on either side of the venue that run from end-to-end. So there was never a line for drinks or food.

The armory is the best music venue in Minnesota. High quality production, sound, and stage. There are bars lining each side, so you never wait long for a drink. The bathrooms are always kept looking nice and well taken care of during events. Love the armory!!!!

Great venue, great sight line from the club level, and great sound. The bar had easy access and service was quick. Depending on ticket class there is also wait service for drinks.One downside for the 4/19/2019 event was that the security checkpoint to get into the Armory moved very slowly. The line to get in stretched outside around the building and it took a long time to get in and through security.

Best place to see shows in the Twin Cities!

Cool venue, standing room only unless upgraded tickets purchased.

A very spacious venue. I love that theres a bar on either side as well as multiple bathrooms. The concert was great, I never had to wait more than two people for a drink, and I did not have to wait long for the bathroom. Its the little things, but thats what makes this such a great concert venue.

The Armory is an amazing concert experience. As long as you’re not under 5’9, you’ve pretty much got a great view anywhere. I’m not that tall but fortunately I was upfront to see Greta Van Fleet. The sound was exceptional, the venue was beautiful and I had a good time. So why not give 5 stars? One of the tall red headed security guards checking ID’s for alcohol was VERY RUDE to a woman from New Mexico AFTER seeing her ID. He went from flirting to fascist in 0.5 seconds. REALLY DISAPPOINTING, considering Minneapolis has all walks of life graciously living there. So, if you could avoid the borderline racism outside, you’ll be in for a treat INSIDE. All the INSIDE staff were polite, helpful and friendly.

Have been to the Armory for 4 concerts in 2019! Great space, air quality, sound, and vantage points when in the crowd. Would be better if the stage was a bit higher and screens for ppl in the far back. But otherwise great place with great sound. Cant wait for more over the years.

Don’t park in the armory parking ramp as it is extremely steep to exit and many people bottom out their car (including my sedan).

Lots of underground parking available for those cold winter shows. If you park there, you dont have to step foot outside at all! Large, clean bathrooms and overall relatively clean venue.Their shots are huge (good thing), but they refuse to give you your water bottle cap when you buy water (bad thing). Bring your own water bottle cap.

Sound quality was much better than expected! The venue is gorgeous! Feels like you are outside when you are inside. There is a coat check for $5 which is great in the winter. We had a great time seeing Maren Morrris!

I had the chance to enjoy the premium experience for Martin Garrix’s show. The staff was super friendly and very professional. I had so many questions about the reservation up until the event. I left many voice messages and Sean from premium experience always got back to me quickly with what I needed. I am looking forward to enjoying the premium experience again. Already booked with The Armory for another show next year!!

Awesome concert venue. The layout was done well. Sound was solid. Definitely going to see more shows here.

Best indoor venue Ive encountered! Wonderful bartenders...the gentleman with the dark long hair....he remembered my drink the next time I went up...unfortunately that time I was getting a drink for a friend...but totally impressed! Everything was so clean and free pizza! this place! Seen the devil makes 3...best show yet! Cant wait to see another show here. Thank you

We attended a show in April and I was very impressed with this venue. Although we had a hard time trying to find the parking underneath it (I swear the sign wasnt out there the 10 times we circled the block) and getting the parking pass up because it was digital, everything else was exceptional. There was sufficient security, the place was clean and I felt like my friends and I could go to the restrooms without having to have a bathroom buddy. I would gladly return to the Armory for another show because we felt safe and had a good time.

Hands down one of the best music venues Ive attended in long time, plenty of space great layout tons of concessions and plenty of staff. Drink prices a little high but drinks are stiff!

I paid a visit to the armory to attend a Jon Bellion concert during the Glory Sound Prep tour. Fortunately, I am able to say that the event itself was incredible enough to be worth the decidedly dismal experience I had before the show. The source of my dissatisfaction is founded in the strategy used by the management here to usher eager fans into the venue. I arrived at 3:00 PM for a show that took place at 7:00. Because I am a devoted fan, I was prepared to wait for several hours in line to secure a spot as close to the stage as possible (without paying for VIP). I endured drenching rainfall and squabbling fans for so long until at last, the doors were opened, and the concertgoers seeped in. What I saw next was infuriating.I witnessed several other lines of people being lead into the venue from several different entrances, regardless of their position in line or whether or not they had waited in line at all. To my dismay, I found my toiling in line for several hours had been done in vain. All of that dreadful standing and waiting, rendered completely meaningless. Those who had not worked for anything were served the same reward as those of us who were waiting for a lifetime.The decision to open all entrances of the venue, rather than only the one with the MILE-LONG LINE OF PEOPLE behind it was made out of a blatant disrespect for the fans who took the time to patiently await the arrival of their hero rather than arriving at their leisure. I am displeased to say I would not recommend a visit to the Armory. That is all.

I saw Schoolboy Q the other day and was expecting to want to just look around and leave, but ended up there for hours. The sound quality is amazing and the space is HUUGE. Had the best time Ive probably ever had at any show.

Im a big concert goer and this is one of my favorite venues to date. Fantastic bar service, plenty of room, enough amenities.Downsides are long intermissions between performers and amount of time it takes to exit the building.

Went there for the first time to see excision and not gonna lie it was amazing. The light show was crazy good the venue was huge and easy to access. Will definitely go back for more shows. Coat check was a little iffy though, ladies working there tried to give me the wrong jacked 3 times before I literally had to show them a picture of it.

Was at the 93x Nutcracker show on 12/14/19 and what an amazing night. Went with a premium experience and it truly was an experience. The venue is clean, spacious and music sounds great. Staff was awesome from Suzie who helped me book the premium experience to our server Shy (sp) and all the security and other members of staff we interacted with. It was my first time here but I will be back for sure!!

Nice, wide open area. Plenty of room to move around. Once, we biked home from here in March, and they let us gear up in the entry way at 2:00am. It was much appreciated.

I just wanted to say thanks for an amazing time at the Ghost show this past weekend. The staff was absolutely unbelievable. It was some of the best customer service that Ive ever had. They were accommodating to our needs and constantly asking if we needed anything. Thanks!

VIP boxes were great and had a awesome view.

Best venue around. Bathrooms are always clean. If youve never done premium experience, this is the place to bust that cherry. Staff are attentive and always smiling. Must be amazing to work there!

I took my daughter to her first concert which was NF and it was phenomenal experience! Of course you are going to have the token drunk people and the ones smoking weed (which was the better of the two because they made sure their smoke wasnt going at my daughter) but overall an amazing venue

Saw Jennifer Lopez for Super Saturday when the Super Bowl was here. I know the review is late but I still cant get over how amazing the venue was, from the lower level, to the general area. I comfortably waited for almost 6 hours and got front row spots for the concert. Looking forward to seeing another show there.

Beautiful Art-deco design Wide open floor. Concessions along the side are plentiful almost zero wait for a beer & snack... Smoking area could use a bench or 2... But Overall a great Venue that looks as great as its sounds .... Looking forward to seeing another show there

The best venue for larger acts in the Twin Cities right now. Even with the 8500 capacity its easy to find a good view and a drink, as they have bars all along both walls. Saw Beck there a while ago and it was a great experience.

Great place to see a show. Im in a wheelchair and Im always nervous about venues like this but this was an exceptional experience. Hats off to all staff here. Fantastic place to see a show!

Great venue for shows. A lot of space and usually theres great production. Ive never had a bad time there

Great venue easy access paid for the underground parking access from 5th street. Easy access to the bar drink was $11 so be prepared for that. Overall great experience would repeat.