FAQs

When will the Republican National Convention be taking place?

The 2008 Republican National Convention will begin on Monday, September 1 and continue through Thursday, September 4, 2008.

Where will the Republican National Convention be held?

The convention will be held at the Xcel Energy Center in Saint Paul, Minnesota.

Where will the media headquarters be located?

The media headquarters will be located at the RiverCentre Convention Center in Saint Paul.

How many guests are expected to attend the Republican National Convention?

Minneapolis-Saint Paul is expecting 45,000 guests.

• 2,380 delegates
• 2,230 alternates
• 15,000 media from across the world
• 25,000 family/guests/volunteers/security

What will the 2008 RNC mean to the Twin Cities?

A successful convention will lead to more major events hosted in the Twin Cities, while highlighting Minnesota as a desirable location to operate businesses.

What is the estimated economic impact of the Republican National Convention on the state of Minnesota?

We expect a minimum of $150-$250 million dollars in additional revenue to come to the area.