LBA Events

Join us for an event in the Greater Longfellow neighborhood of South Minneapolis.


Latest Past Events

Summer Savings Bicycle Ride

Milkweed 3822 E Lake St, Minneapolis

Shop local via bicycle! Ride with us to visit businesses who are participating in the Summer Savings Program in the Longfellow and Seward neighborhoods. This will be a fun, slow-paced ride to get to know your neighbors and local businesses. Bike Commute Coach Mary will share tips for safe riding in the city and staying [...]

Soul of the Southside Juneteenth Festival

Historic Coliseum Building 2708 East Lake Street, Minneapolis

Immerse yourself in the vibrant spirit of Soul of the Southside (SOTS), a Juneteenth celebration honoring the resilience and cultural legacy of Foundational Black Americans. Set to take place on June 19th, this dynamic festival unfolds along 30th and Minnehaha Avenue in south Minneapolis. Join us as we commemorate African-American freedom at this open-street festival, [...]

S.H.A.K.E Gala Fundraiser at the Coliseum Building

Historic Coliseum Building 2708 East Lake Street, Minneapolis

A long-time dream has become a reality. In partnership with Shanelle Montana and Redesign (a non-profit), Alicia Belton and Janice Downing are now the proud owners of The Historic Coliseum Building located in the Longfellow Neighborhood at 2708 East Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN 55406. For the last three years the building has been carefully redeveloped into restaurant, [...]