Events & Happenings

Don’t miss out on the fun. Whether it’s the massive Anoka Halloween Parade, Ramsey Happy Days, or just a killer live band at a local patio, this is your calendar for the North Metro. I filter out the boring stuff and highlight the events where you’ll actually want to spend your weekend.

Flat lay photography of a North Metro winter survival kit on a rustic bar top featuring a remote car starter, leather boots, whiskey, a Snowflake Days 2026 button, a wool beanie, and ice cleats.

Events & Happenings, North Metro Communities

North Metro Winter Survival Guide

JZ / January 15, 2026

The North Metro Winter Survival Guide 2026 | mnbyjz.com MNBYJZ Jacob Zwack | Realtor North Metro Living The “Survival Guide” […]

Split-screen illustration showing a stressed man in a home office (The Hermit Protocol) contrasted with a lively Minnesota winter festival with fire dancers and ice sculptures (The Social Thaw).

Events & Happenings, MN History & Heritage

Twin Cities Winter Event Guide

JZ / January 15, 2026

The Social Thaw: A Corporate Refugee’s Guide to the Twin Cities Winter Circuit 2026 The Social Thaw: A Corporate Refugee’s

Eats & Drink, Events & Happenings

Wing Wars Needs Nominations

JZ / January 7, 2026

Wing Wars 2026 | North Metro Nominations | mnbyjz.com Nominate Your Spot ↓ MNBYJZ Real Estate Local Spots Schedule 763-250-3146

Events & Happenings

Lit in the North: The Realist’s Guide to Holiday Lights (Plus Traffic Hacks)

JZ / November 29, 2025

By JZ | The North Metro Realist I grew up in Clearwater, Minnesota, back in the 90s, before my family

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