Earlier this month, Minneapolis celebrated Welcoming Week. In honor of Welcoming Week, we asked residents and City employees, “What does it mean to be a welcoming neighbor?”
Thanks to everyone who helps make Minneapolis a welcoming city.

Earlier this month, Minneapolis celebrated Welcoming Week. In honor of Welcoming Week, we asked residents and City employees, “What does it mean to be a welcoming neighbor?”
Thanks to everyone who helps make Minneapolis a welcoming city.
At Race Forward, we know that a just, multiracial society is one where communities move in active solidarity and cultivate environments of belonging for all. We are proud to partner with Welcoming America to honor this vision for our shared futures.
City leaders have advanced an honorary resolution recognizing Sept. 10-19 as Welcoming Week 2026.
Learn more about Welcoming Week at minneapolismn.gov/welcoming-week
What helped you feel welcome somewhere new?
For Welcoming Week, try one small act of welcome: introduce yourself to a neighbour, invite someone to join you, or make room in a conversation.
Share your memory below.
In Minneapolis, all are welcome. Celebrate Welcoming Week with us by attending one — or more — of our Welcoming Week events, starting with tomorrow’s litter pickup on Lake Street.
Learn more about Welcoming Week events at minneapolismn.gov/welcoming-week
Join us Sept. 10-19 for Welcoming Week, a citywide celebration that brings neighbors together to share stories, learn from each other and honor the many cultures that shape our city.
Learn more about Welcoming Week events at minneapolismn.gov/welcoming-week.