As arctic temperatures grip Minnesota, the Twin Cities metro area has mobilized to provide essential warming spaces for individuals and families needing shelter from the bitter cold. Whether you’re seeking a place to warm up temporarily or need access to additional resources, there are numerous options available across Hennepin, Ramsey, and nearby counties.

Important Notes

  • Confirm Availability: Always call ahead to ensure hours and services are available. Some locations may operate on reduced hours or require reservations.
  • Emergency Situations: If you or someone else is in immediate danger due to the cold, call 911 right away.
  • Additional Services: Some centers provide more than just warming spaces, offering meals, hygiene supplies, or support services. Ask about available resources when you call.

Hennepin County Warming Centers

Downtown Minneapolis

  • Hennepin County Government Center
    300 South 6th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55487
    • Open Monday–Friday, 6 a.m.–6 p.m. (Skyway open until 8 p.m.)
  • Minneapolis Central Library
    300 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55401
    • Open Sunday 12 p.m.–5 p.m., Monday–Thursday 9 a.m.–8 p.m., Friday–Saturday 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

Community Centers and Libraries

  • Hennepin County Libraries
    • All branches open during regular hours.
  • Catholic Charities Opportunity Center
    740 East 17th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55404
    • Open Monday–Friday, 7 a.m.–3 p.m.; Saturday, 7 a.m.–1 p.m.
  • Hope Avenue Twin Cities
    1229 Logan Avenue, Minneapolis, MN
    • Open daily, 7 a.m.–8 p.m.
  • Peace House Community
    1816 Portland Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55404
    • Open Monday–Friday, 9:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
  • Steps of Strategy
    1803 Bryant Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55411
    • Open Tuesday–Saturday, 11 a.m.–11 p.m.

Youth-Specific Services

  • MoveFwd Drop-In (Ages 15–24)
    1001 Highway 7, Room 237, Hopkins, MN 55305
    • Open Monday–Thursday, 1 p.m.–5 p.m.
  • Oasis for Youth Drop-In (Ages 16–24)
    2200 West Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington, MN
    • Open Monday, Wednesday, Friday 2 p.m.–5 p.m.; Tuesday, Thursday 12 p.m.–5 p.m.
  • YouthLink (Ages 16–24)
    41 North 12th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55403
    • Open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; Wednesday 10 a.m.–8 p.m.

Nighttime Options

  • American Indian Community Development Center (AICDC) KOLA Program
    1600 East 19th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55404
    • Open daily, 7 p.m.–7 a.m.
  • Rescue Now Services
    697 13th Avenue NE, Minneapolis, MN
    • Open daily, 7 p.m.–7 a.m. (Bed reservations required: Call 612-204-8200)

Ramsey County Warming Centers

  • Law Enforcement Center Lobby
    425 Grove Street, Saint Paul, MN 55101
    • Open Wednesday, 7:30 p.m.–Thursday, 7:30 a.m.

Additional St. Paul Options

  • Model Cities Safe Space
    420 North Roy Street, Saint Paul, MN
    • Call ahead: 651-789-2066
  • St. Paul Opportunity Center
    422 Dorothy Day Place, Saint Paul, MN
    • Call ahead: 651-266-1050
  • Salvation Army Locations
    • 1019 Payne Avenue: 651-776-8169
    • 401 W. 7th Street: 651-224-4316

Youth Services

  • SafeZone Drop-In Center for Homeless Youth
    130 East 7th Street, Saint Paul, MN
    • Call: 651-224-9644
  • YMCA Youth Resource Line
    • 763-493-3052 (Available 8 a.m.–8 p.m., seven days a week)

Additional Locations in Brooklyn Park and Maplewood

  • Brooklyn Park Warming Center
    10011 Noble Parkway, Brooklyn Park, MN
    • Call ahead: 763-425-0517
  • Maplewood Warming Center
    2080 Woodlynn Avenue, Maplewood, MN
    • Call ahead: 651-779-9177