Severe cold warming options
When the temperature or wind-chill become dangerously low, these places are open during specified hours. Everyone is welcome.
Emergency shelter beds available
Find options for emergency overnight shelter.
Before going to any warming site
- Call ahead of time, if possible, to assure they are open.
- All warming sites offer space to escape the cold, but only some sites offer services like food and case management.
- Due to the ongoing pandemic, safety protocols like social distancing will be expected.
Could your organization, church, or building provide warming space?
Contact us at endhomelessness@hennepin.us to partner with Hennepin County to provide this essential service.
If you are in physical danger of freezing, contact 911.
Other resources
Hennepin County libraries
All Hennepin County libraries are available as warming locations. Visit the library website for hours and locations.
- Indoor heated space
- Time-limited computer access
- Free Wi-Fi
County buildings
- Visitors to most county buildings are not required to wear a mask.
- Visitors may still be required to wear a mask in certain county buildings, including correctional, detention, and health care settings. Follow instructions from signage and building staff.
- Masks are recommended for those who are unvaccinated or at high-risk for COVID-19.
- Visitors who have tested positive for COVID-19 or who are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms should not enter county buildings, when possible. If these visitors must enter, they should wear a mask.
Catholic Charities – Adult Opportunity Center
612-204-8300
Map: Catholic Charities
740 – 17th Street East, Minneapolis, MN 55404
Public transportation
- Metro Transit bus routes 2, 5, 9, 14
Hours
- Open Monday through Saturday, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Breakfast: 7–8 a.m.
- Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Services and resources
- Breakfast and lunch
- Connecting people with medical and mental health care
- Showers
- Internet access
- Laundry
- Employment counseling
Hennepin County Government Center
612-348-3000
For more information on access to the Government Center due to COVID-19, see Government Center building and plaza rules.
Map: Hennepin County Government Center
300 – 6th Street South, Minneapolis, MN 55403
Public transportation
- Metro Transit bus routes 5, 14, 19, 22, 94, C Line
- Metro Transit light rail: Blue Line and Green Line – Government Plaza Stations
Hours
- Building hours: Monday through Friday, 6 a.m.to 6 p.m. (hours subject to change)
Minneapolis Central library – "The Compass"
Map: Minneapolis Central library
300 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55401 (commons area of the atrium)
Public transportation
- Metro Transit bus routes 5, 9, 18, 22, 25, 61, 94, 755, Metro C Line
- Metro Transit light rail: Blue Line and Green Line – Nicollet Mall station .3 mile
Hours
- Open Mondays and Wednesdays 1–4 p.m.
Services and resources
- Indoor heated space
- Wi-Fi and phone charging for a very limited number of people
- One on one help to sign up for county benefits and get connected with housing and crisis resources.
- Additional space and computer access are available for short visits within the Minneapolis Central library.
COVID-19 precautions
- Visitors to most county buildings are not required to wear a mask.
- Visitors may still be required to wear a mask in certain county buildings, including correctional, detention, and health care settings. Follow instructions from signage and building staff.
- Masks are recommended for those who are unvaccinated or at high-risk for COVID-19.
- Visitors who have tested positive for COVID-19 or who are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms should not enter county buildings, when possible. If these visitors must enter, they should wear a mask.
Peace House Community
612-870-7263
Map: Peace House Community
1816 Portland Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55404
Public transportation
- Metro Transit bus routes 2, 9
Hours
- Open weekdays, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Services and resources
- Hot lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. each day
- Masks required
The Bridge for Youth (ages 10–17 only)
612-230-6601
Map: The Bridge for Youth
1111 – 22nd Street West, Minneapolis, MN55405
Public transportation
- Metro Transit bus routes 2, 6, 12, 17, 114, 115
Hours
- Open when temperatures drop below -15 degrees
Services and resources
- Warm up
- Grab a warm coat, mittens and scarf
- Have a cup of hot cocoa/coffee
- Charge your phone
- Overnight accommodations could be provided if appropriate
COVID-19 precautions
- Must socially distance and wear a mask
Youthlink (ages 16–24 only)
612-252-1200
Map: Youthlink
41 – 12th Street North, Minneapolis, MN 55403
Public Transportation
- Metro Transit bus routes 4, 6, 9, 12
Hours
- Open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Open by appointment only on Wednesday