On March 12, 2021 Governor Walz rolled back some of the Covid restrictions.
Gatherings: Social gatherings: Up to 50 people outdoors or 15 people for indoor gatherings, both without household limits. Wedding ceremonies and religious services: No percentage or capacity limits. Social distancing and masks required.
Businesses: Bars and restaurants: Increasing allowable occupancy to 75%, up from 50%, with a limit of 250 people. The limit apply separately indoors and outdoors. Bar seating increases to parties of 4. Salons/barbers: No percentage or capacity limits, but social distancing and masks required. Gyms/fitness centers/pools: Increasing allowable occupancy to 50%, up from 25%.
Venues: All venues can open at 50% capacity up to 250 people as of March 15. Venues with capacity over 500 can add additional guests, effective April 1: Seated outdoor venues can add an additional 25% of their capacity over 500, with a limit of 10,000 people. Non-seated outdoor venues can add an additional 15% of their capacity over 500, with a limit of 10,000 people. Seated indoor venues can add an additional 15% of their capacity over 500, with a limit of 3,000 people. Non-seated indoor venues can add an additional 10% of their capacity over 500, with a limit of 1,500 people.
