North Loop Neighborhood Association

North Loop Business Social
2024-05-16 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Hewing Hotel, 300 Washington Avenue N, Minneapolis, MN, 55401, United States
Hey North Loop business people! Want to get better connected with others in the neighborhood who own or manage businesses here?
This FREE one-hour event is the perfect opportunity!
Join us on the Hewing Hotel rooftop for complimentary drinks, appetizers and a lot of great conversation. Thursday, May 16th, 4-5pm

Doors Open Minneapolis
2024-05-18 10:00 - 2024-05-19 17:00 | MN
Doors Open Minneapolis, produced by Rethos, is your chance to explore the buildings that tell our city’s story.
From theaters to business hubs, sacred spaces to private clubs, sports complexes to engineering wonders, historical gems to not-even-open-yet buildings, Doors Open Minneapolis will give you a FREE behind-the-scenes look at dozens of exciting venues.
Building owners and caretakers will provide unique perspectives that illustrate why these venues, people and businesses, are central to our city’s identity.
There are seven North Loop buildings included in this year’s event.

Service Saturday
2024-06-08 09:30 - 11:00 | MN
Have you been wanting to step up and help your community? Service Saturday on June 8th is a great opportunity!
9:30am Litter pickup begins at Corner Coffee (514 N 3rd St) with bags and gloves provided
10:00am We’re undertaking a big effort around the playground at James Rice Park. We need volunteers to plant flowers and greenery, lay down new mulch and do some watering. All tools and gloves provided. Please just show up and we’ll have a job for you!

Free Personal Safety Workshop: Cancelled!!!
2024-06-22 10:00 - 11:00 | Target Field Plaza & Ampitheater, 5th Avenue N & 5th Street N, Minneapolis, MN, 55401, United States
IMPORTANT UPDATE! Due to the less than desirable weather forecast for Saturday morning, June 22, we are CANCELING the DMNA-North Loop Neighborhood Association Personal Safety Workshop. We want to keep everyone safe and dry! We will try and find a date to reschedule later this summer.

Please join the North Loop Neighborhood Association and Downtown Minneapolis Neighborhood Association for an interactive personal safety workshop on Saturday, June 22, at 10am on the Target Field Station Plaza.
Guest presenters include MPD 1st Precinct Crime Prevention Specialist Renee Allen, who will talk about personal safety awareness and Gail Boxrud and Dante Pastrano from Krav Maga, who will conduct the self-defense training.
The event is free but please register here.

Grand Opening At The Green
2024-06-23 12:00 - 17:00 | MN
Join us for an afternoon of food, fun, and entertainment.

To celebrate North Loop Green’s opening and summer events kickoff, the Green will host a community block party from 12 to 5 p.m. Featuring entertainment for all ages, the North Loop Green Block Party will have music entertainment provided by GenerationNow DJs, local food trucks, drinks, photo opportunities, face painting, and the Twins game on the big screen.

The event is pet friendly, and guests will receive a free tote bag with gifts from local North Loop businesses, while supplies last. RSVP not required.

To Get to the Green:
From Target Field Station/5th St. Enter the Plaza from 5th St., go past the entrance to the North Loop Green 360 apartment building and down the grand staircase on your left. The Green is at the bottom of the stairs.
From Washington Ave. Walk down Washington Ave., past Dock Street Flats, Union Plaza, and around Dario. North Loop Green will be around the corner, right in front of you.

Service Saturday
2024-07-13 09:30 - 11:30 | MN
How good will you feel after donating an hour or so to help clean up this neighborhood that you love?
Service Saturday is the 2nd Saturday of each month in the North Loop. This month, we have two ways you can help:
Litter pickup: Join us at 9:30am outside Corner Coffee (514 N 3rd St) where we’ll set you up with bags and gloves. Then you’re free to pick up litter wherever you find it! We’d also love to have you join us afterward at Cuzzy’s for brunch at 10:30.
Creekside cleanup: Join us at 10am as we put a special focus on Bassett Creek (or Hahá Wakpádan in Dakota language). Our efforts will be focused on litter and invasive removal around the Bassett Creek outlet (near the bridges in the woods of James Rice Park), and we will be joined by a group from Hennepin History Museum who are developing an oral history project on the relationship between the Dakota and the creek. There will be a table with information on the project, and we expect a large number of volunteers from Hennepin History Museum, and Valley Community Presbyterian Church, the project sponsor.

Ice Cream Social
2024-07-13 10:00 - 13:00 | MN
Just announced🍦😋 We’ve decided to host a free ice cream social this Saturday, July 13th!!
Come join your neighbors at The Green, the new green space outside of North Loop Green this Saturday from 10am – 1pm and enjoy some ice cream courtesy of the North Loop Neighborhood Association.

Personal Safety Course
2024-07-27 10:00 - 11:30 | Target Field Station, 335 N 5th Street, Minneapolis, MN, 55403, United States
Please join the North Loop Neighborhood Association and the Downtown Minneapolis Neighborhood Association for an interactive personal safety workshop on Saturday, July 27, at 10 am, at Target Field Station Plaza.
Guest presenters include MPD 1st Precinct Crime Prevention Specialist Renee Allen who will talk about personal safety awareness and Gail Boxrud and Dante Pastrano from Krav Maga who will conduct the self-defense training.
Admission is free but we request that you RSVP here in advance.

It's Working! Avivo in the North Loop Celebration
2024-07-30 17:00 - 19:00 | MN
Avivo, zAmya and North Loop Neighborhood Association joined forces in an ongoing project aimed at establishing a shared vision in the North Loop of what needs to happen for all community members to feel safe, have shelter, and ensure support for the most vulnerable.
One special outcome of the project will be a new play – made by, with and for – North Loop community members across the housing spectrum. This original musical will debut in 2025 and weave true experiences with unsheltered homelessness into a fictional narrative, inspiring neighbors to dream up solutions to end homelessness.
Please join us for a community celebration of Avivo Village, which has successfully provided permanent housing for more than 200 individuals! It’ll be an unforgettable evening of celebration, community, and hope – all at the beautiful new North Loop Green 360. Together, we can make a difference!

Enjoy meals and snacks from a food truck and beverages from a cash bar.
Event features a short presentation including:

A short show from zAmya Theater Project: Excerpts from Dis Place, a play currently in development about Avivo in the North Loop.
Community Celebration: Acknowledging the achievements of Avivo Village in collaboration with zAmya Theater Project and the North Loop Neighborhood Association in a beautiful setting at North Loop Green 360’s outdoor space.
Celebration Highlights: Honoring the partnership and collaborative efforts between Avivo, zAmya, and NLNA. Information about current advocacy efforts to end homelessness.
Networking: Connect with old friends and make new ones as we unite to end homelessness.

This is a welcoming, casual, and family-friendly event. Everyone is invited to come together and celebrate our collective achievements and learn how we can advocate for unhoused neighbors.

September Service Saturday
2024-09-14 09:30 - 12:00 | James I. Rice Park, West River Parkway and 4th Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN, 55401, United States
September Service Saturday is on September 14th.

9:30am Neighborhood litter pick-up (meet at Corner Coffee).
10:00am Playground & park clean-up, tools and gloves provided (James Rice Park). Efforts will focus on the removal of buckthorn shoots and burdock. September is a critical time for both and they need to be removed to keep our park looking it’s best!

11th Annual Borough Block Party
2024-09-28 12:00 - 22:00 | MN
The 11th Annual Borough Block Party is happening Saturday, September 28th! The party will be from 12:00pm – 10:00pm. There are 5 bands lined up, with the first band starting at 1:00pm.

Music schedule
1-2pm Private Oates
2:30-3:30pm Lighter Co.
4pm-5pm Show Me Your Hits
5:30-7:30 Mae Simpson
8pm-10pm Viva Knievel

Free event | All ages | Dog friendly | 21+ to drink
Join us from 12-10pm for live music the famous Parlour Burger and plenty of drink options! We’ll be pouring different drafts, have the Parlour Old Fashioned flowing and a total N/A station. With 5 live music sets it’s bound to be a ripping good time and the historic block party Borough is known for.
We can’t wait to see you there!

North Loop Food Truck Fair 2024!!!
2024-09-29 11:30 - 18:00 | 751 N 3rd Street, North 3rd Street, Minneapolis, MN, 55401, United States
Join thousands of your friends and neighbors for the North Loop’s premier event of the year–the annual Food Truck Fair.

Free admission. Dozens of trucks, a beer garden and lots of entertainment.

Butcher and the Boar and Schafer Richardson are key host sponsors of the event. Many thanks to both for their commitment to our great North Loop neighborhood!!!

North Loop Halloween at the Green!
2024-10-31 18:00 - 20:00 | MN

Minneapolis Christkindl Market
2024-11-22 16:00 - 2024-11-24 19:00 | MN
Eat, drink, shop and be merry at the inaugural Minneapolis Christkindl Market this holiday season at North Loop Green. Inspired by traditional European Christmas markets, this outdoor wonderland will transport you to a world of twinkling lights, alpine-style wooden houses and the cozy aroma of mulled wine.
With live music, kids’ activities, food and shopping handcrafted gifts from 30 local vendors representing 15 countries, there will be something for everyone. Enjoy classic delicacies including Burbach’s German Potato Pancakes, Au Chalet’s Swiss Raclette, Turkish Lokma and more!
“This Christkindl Market will bring the authentic, urban atmosphere of European markets to downtown Minneapolis,” said Nadine Schaefer, executive director of the market. “It’s all about community – bringing people together for an unforgettable experience full of festive cheer – and we look forward to creating a new tradition for years to come in the heart of Minneapolis.”
The Minneapolis Christkindl Market will run longer than any other holiday market in the Twin Cities, kicking off Friday, November 22, and open for five weekends through December 22.
Friday: 4-9pm, Saturday: 11am-9pm, Sunday: 11am-7pm
More information can be found at https://minneapolischristkindlmarket.com/.
WHAT: Minneapolis Christkindl Market
WHERE: North Loop Green – 350 North 5th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55401
WHEN: Open Fridays – Sundays beginning November 22 and running through December 22

Catch a sneak peek of Dis Place Nov. 22!
2024-11-22 18:30 - 21:00 | Corner Coffee, 514 N 3rd Street, Minneapolis, 55401, United States
Photo: July 30th 2024 at North Loop Green for a celebration of Avivo Village

zAmya has a VERY special treat for you on Friday, November 22nd. Come to the Corner Coffee Shop in North Loop to catch a sneak peak of Dis Place, zAmya’s newest production directed by Harry Waters Jr.
This show is part of a multi-year partnership with North Loop Neighborhood Association and Avivo Village that will result in a new play making its world premiere in March 2025. Enjoy a sneak peek while learning how to get involved, and discuss housing in the North Loop.
Registration is encouraged but not required. There are only 45 spots available, though!
We’ll have $10 Target gift cards for people who have experienced homelessness. Feel free to invite friends!

Register for Dis Place

The space is wheelchair accessible. If you have access needs, including but not limited to getting help registering, please contact our Company Manager, Esther, at: (612)760-4804 / esther@zamyatheater.org and we’ll do our best!
Corner Coffee Shop is located at 514 N 3rd St Ste 102, Minneapolis, MN 55401. There is a tiny parking lot, and limited metered parking on the street. Plan ahead!
The box office opens at 6:30pm, house opens at 6:45pm, and the “show” starts at 7pm. This is a 90ish minute event that includes a 20 minute performance followed by 60 minutes of discussion. No intermission.
Light refreshments will be provided.
All ages are welcome. Parental discretion advised, however, due to mature themes like domestic abuse or substance use.
More about the project can be found online here.

2024 Tree Lighting
2024-12-10 17:00 - 19:00 | Nordic Plaza, 729 Washington Ave N, Minneapolis, MN, 55401, United States
The 3rd Annual Tree Lighting on The Nordic Plaza is right around the corner! 🎄
Stop by from 5-7pm on Tuesday, December 10. We’ll count down to the tree lighting at 6:00. Before and after that, you can help yourself to free cider & hot chocolate from FRGMNT as well as donuts from Cardigan Donuts. And enjoy live music from local artist Charlie Bruber. 🎶
Santa and his elves will be there with free food, drinks and prizes 🎅🎁 And please bring a donation for the Twin Cities Toy Drive!
This event is family and pet friendly.

Annual Meeting, Business Social And After Party
2025-01-29 17:00 - 21:00 | Underground Music Cafe, 408 3rd Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN, 55401, United States
Anyone who’s been to one of these can tell you, the North Loop’s annual meeting may feel like a big party–with great prizes, SWAG bags and free samples from North Loop businesses–but it’s also a chance to get updates on the neighborhood and weigh in on important topics.

This year’s meeting is Wednesday, January 29th at the Underground Music Venue, 408 Third Avenue North (one block from Target Field), and here’s the lineup:
5:00 Business Social–North Loop business owners and managers are invited to share a drink and network with other business leaders from the neighborhood.
5:30-6:30 Candidate Forum–Get to know the people who are on this year’s ballot for the North Loop Neighborhood Association board.
6:30 Annual meeting–This is when we give out prizes, celebrate what we accomplished in 2024 and ask you to weigh in on where our volunteers should focus their efforts in 2025. You’ll also cast your votes for the next board members (we’ll give you their info at the meeting) and city leaders be in the crowd as well.
7:30 After Party–North Loop businesses and non-profits hand out free samples of food, drink, discount coupons and general information about what they do; Underground Music Venue will also have a full bar open for those who want to purchase drinks.
See you on the 29th!

Community Connections Conference
2025-02-08 09:00 - 16:00 | Minneapolis Convention Center, 1301 2nd Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN, United States

Bingo at Inbound BrewCo
2025-02-09 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-02-16 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-02-23 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-03-02 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-03-09 15:00 - 17:00 | Inbound Brewco, 701 North 5th Street, Minneapolis, MN, 55401, United States
Get ready to shout “BINGO!” every Sunday! Join us at 3pm for some thrilling rounds of everyone’s favorite game!
Here are the details:
– When: Every Sunday at 3pm
– Cost: $2 per card (cash only, ATM available on site)
– Rounds: 6 rounds (play as few or as many as you’d like!)
– Age requirement: Must be 18 and up to play
– Prizes: Cash prizes up for grabs!
Bingo at the taproom is sponsored by Firefighters For Healing. All Charitable Gambling proceeds support their Transitional Healing Center across from HCMC Burn Unit, as a place to stay free of charge for burn survivors and their families, and Firefighters and First Responders receiving medical care.

Love Is Blind Watch Party
2025-02-15 12:00 - 16:00 | Graze Food Hall by Travail
Grab your girls and join us for a Galentine’s Day market and Love is Blind Watch Party at Graze on Feb. 15 from noon – 4pm! The first 50 guests get a free gold wine glass filled with our signature drink, thanks to our sponsor Basil Hayden.
Plus, we’ll be joined by several MN makers for a fun pop-up market featuring:

Flower Bar by Sip N Bloom
Custom hats by Hat Trix Chix
Permanent jewelry by Linc Mpls

Event is free to attend! All of our food vendors will be open, plus we’ll have specialty drinks at the bar to purchase.

WIRED - Kick It in Gear
2025-02-19 15:00 - 17:00 | Glass House, Holden Street North, Minneapolis, MN, United States
This energizing two-part workout kicks off with a bodyweight circuit led by the founders of FLIGHT , followed by a high energy Turn Up Dance session with Kiana, Lululemon Ambassador – guaranteed to make you smile, sweat, and have fun!
$40 per ticket, with $10 from each ticket supporting Mile in My Shoes
Bonus: All attendees will be entered to win a Theragun, courtesy of our collaboration partner TriNet!
What’s Happening
3 PM | Check-In and Mingling​
​Time to connect with amazing people
3:30- 3:45 PM | Community Connection
​Hear from Carrie Miller, Executive Director of Mile in My Shoes ​
3:45- 4:30 PM | FLIGHT Time
​Join us for a high energy circuit-style workout
4:15-5 PM | Celebrate & Recover
​Enjoy post-workout drinks with us (non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages provided)
Who We’re Supporting
The nonprofit you’re supporting through enjoying this experience is Mile in My Shoes. You’ll learn more about this organization that uses the power of running to transform ourselves, one another and our community.
If you have any questions before the event, please don’t hesitate to reach out by emailing info@wiredmpls.com.

Blood Donation Drive at Modist
2025-02-26 12:00 - 16:00 | Modist Brewing Company, 505 North 3rd Street, Minneapolis, MN, 55401, United States
The Memorial Blood Centers Bloodmobile will be at Modist Brewing. February is American Heart Month!
Click on the link to schedule your donation time slot.
All presenting donors get a voucher for a free pint!

Girl Scout Cookies and Pairings
2025-03-01 17:00 - 19:00 | Hewing Hotel, 300 Washington Avenue N, Minneapolis, MN, 55401, United States
Join us for a deliciously unique event featuring your favorite Girl Scout Cookies—but with a twist! Alongside a classic cookie sale supporting local Girl Scouts, our expert bartenders have crafted a special selection of wine and cocktail pairings designed to complement each iconic cookie.

No admission fee. Girl Scout Cookies and specially curated wine and cocktail pairings available for purchase.

Cribbage Tournament at Fulton Taproom
2025-03-04 18:00 - 20:00 | Fulton Taproom, 414 6th Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN, 55401, United States
Fight to be our next reigning champ and Lord of The Pegs in our monthly Cribbage Tournament. Get all the details below!Calling all cribbage fans! You, TOO, could be the Fulton Lord of The Pegs. Join us on the first Tuesday of the month to compete with other skilled players (or those looking for a challenge).
FREE entry
Single Player play
Randomized matchupsBest score of 5 games
Bring a board and get a free pint!
All skill levels welcome
Prizes!‍

Dis Place: A North Loop Fantasy Quest
2025-03-13 19:00 - 21:00 | Luminary Arts Center, 700 N 1st Street, Minneapolis, MN, 55401, United States
zAmya Theater Project proudly presents DisPlace: A North Loop Fantasy Quest, an original production that blends real-world housing issues with fantasy role-playing adventure. Created in partnership with the North Loop Neighborhood Association and Avivo Village.
Through audience participation, and immersive storytelling, DisPlace challenges audiences members to think about how we can come together as a community to create housing justice.
All ages welcome. Parental discretion is advised – audience discussions may include adult topics such as substance use and trauma. $10 gift cards will be available after each performance for individuals with lived experience of homelessness (while supplies last). Sign up at the box office upon arrival. No refunds on tickets. For inquiries regarding accessibility, ticket exchanges, or other details, contact Deb Ervin at deb@zamyatheater.org.
