Turn Minneapolis into your personal Fat Tuesday parade on the Mardi Gras Party Trolley. Hop between bars, score free drinks and beads, and celebrate one unforgettable night on February 16th.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Minimal physical exertion; you should be able to stand and walk short distances between stops.
Wildlife
History
Mardi Gras and Fat Tuesday derive from carnival traditions tied to the Christian calendar; this Minneapolis event borrows New Orleans ritual and adapts it to local nightlife.
Conservation
Help reduce litter by using trash bins at stops, avoid throwing plastic beads into public green spaces, and choose shared rides to limit emissions.
Minneapolis Trolley Tours
Minneapolis Trolley Tours offers guided trolley experiences in Minneapolis, Minnesota aboard a restored Historic Trolley. Guests select themed trips that showcase music history, haunted locations, scenic city views, and interactive true-crime storytelling.
The tour lineup includes: the Prince and the Minneapolis Sound tour, the Candlelight Ghost Tour (with an optional Gertrude’s After Hours upgrade for an exclusive haunted mansion visit), the Narrated Scenic Tour, the Graveyard Ghost Hunt, and the True Crime Tour. Each trip runs from curated starting points in Minneapolis and uses guided narration and hands-on elements to present local stories and locations.
The Narrated Scenic Tour lasts approximately 1.25 hours and travels through five districts that joined to form modern Minneapolis, with views of the Mississippi River that influenced the city’s growth and industry. The Prince and the Minneapolis Sound tour highlights locations tied to PRINCE’s life and legacy and explores his influence on the local music scene. The Candlelight Ghost Tour features a knowledgeable narrator who shares eerie legends while guests travel aboard the Historic Trolley, and the Gertrude’s After Hours upgrade provides access to a haunted mansion.
The Graveyard Ghost Hunt brings guests to a historic graveyard for a hands-on paranormal investigation using EMF readers and divining rods. The True Crime Tour engages participants as jury members who examine crime scene locations and analyze witness affidavits. Minneapolis Trolley Tours focuses on themed storytelling, period transportation, and interactive elements to deliver focused, memorable tours of Minneapolis.
Tours Offered
5
Five themed trolley experiences
Tour Length
1.25 hours
Narrated Scenic Tour duration
Interactive Tours
Hands-on
Paranormal and true crime participation
Local Focus
Minneapolis
Music, history, and haunted sites
Book a themed tour today — limited seats on the Historic Trolley for music, ghost, scenic, and true crime experiences.
Bring ID and cashless payment
This event is 21+; bring a government ID and a card for tips or extras.
Arrive early to check in
Show up at the meeting point at 100 E 22nd St Minneapolis MN early to secure your spot and claim drink tokens.
Dress for the weather
February nights in Minneapolis are cold—layer up and choose shoes that handle icy sidewalks.
Plan your ride home
Rideshares surge after big events; pre-book or designate a sober driver to guarantee a safe trip home.
Government-issued photo ID
Required for entry—this event is strictly 21+.
Warm jacket
February in Minneapolis can be bitter; a warm layer keeps you comfortable between bars.
winter
Comfortable, slip-resistant shoes
You’ll board and disembark multiple times; choose shoes that handle slick sidewalks.
Portable phone charger
Keep your phone powered for tickets, photos, and arranging rides at night.