Minneapolis hosts a series of free events for Black History Month, including discussions on the arts, trivia, and a hair celebration, promoting awareness of African Americans' cultural contributions.

The Ice Castles in Maple Grove have opened, with the mayor and city council inaugurating the event, urging visitors to experience the hand-crafted ice sculptures before they melt with rising temperatures.

The Sunken Garden at Como Park Zoo & Conservatory in Minnesota now hosts live local music performances, offering a warm and entertaining escape from winter weather.

The Eden Prairie Police Department is hosting "Coffee with a Cop" events to foster casual conversations between residents and law enforcement over free coffee.

Pink is scheduled to perform at St. Paul's Xcel Energy Center on October 18 during her Pink Live 2024 tour, featuring special guests The Script and KidCutUp.

The Rec Center is hosting a puzzle competition, Puzzlepalooza Party, on February 19 where teams compete to complete a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle. Registration is $35 per team and closes on February 11.

Apple Valley's Mid-Winter Fest offers free festive activities, food, and drinks at Johnny Cake Ridge Park West on February 3rd, with a Medallion Hunt for a prize.

The Coon Rapids Winter Concert Series at the Civic Center offers three evenings of diverse music genres, including country, gospel, and '50s rock 'n' roll, along with dessert and coffee.

The Snow Day event at Brooklyn Park's Historic Eidem Farm on January 20 is canceled due to insufficient snow, with the next event still scheduled for February 3.

The 22nd annual Minneapolis Winter Kite Festival will take place on Lake Harriet on January 27, 2024, with a range of activities and a free shuttle service.

Plymouth residents are engaged in the 14th annual Fire & Ice Medallion Hunt, decoding clues to find a treasure for a $250 prize. The hunt takes them through scenic parks without the need for digging, guided by weekly clues posted online by the city.

Blaine is hosting a series of card game events including Prize/Nickel Bingo, a 500 Card Tournament, and a Cribbage Tournament as part of its Winter Wonderland Week of Fun, with cash prizes and ice cream treats on offer.

Janet Jackson is set to perform in St. Paul on her "Together Again" tour on June 18 and in Fort Worth on July 25, with ticket presales starting January 17 and general sales on January 19.