Discover Adventure & History
in Northfield, MN
Discover Northfield
As one of the Top 50 Places to Live, you’ll love visiting Northfield just as much as we love living here!
Welcome to Northfield, where 150 years of history meet a vibrant riverfront, thriving arts scene, and plenty of small-town charm.
Stroll along the Cannon River, explore our historic downtown filled with local shops and restaurants, bike scenic trails and country roads, or take in the local art scene. And history here is anything but boring! In 1876, local heroes famously thwarted the James-Younger Gang’s bank raid, a victory we still celebrate every year during Defeat of Jesse James Days.
Just 40 miles south of the Twin Cities, Northfield is an easy escape with plenty to see, taste, explore, and experience. Come for the day, stay for the weekend, and discover what makes Northfield worth the trip.
Plan Your Fall Trip to Northfield
The perfect getaway for families and couples. Come visit us and find your adventure!
Northfield is a vibrant mid-sized community just an hour south of the Twin Cities that’s bustling with activities. From bike trails, to breweries (we have 3 in the Northfield/Dundas area!), distilleries, coffee shops and local restaurants, to boutiques, outdoor activities and so much more…you’ll find the Minnesota getaway you’ve been searching for.
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REQUEST A NORTHFIELD, MN VISITOR'S GUIDE
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Upcoming Events
From Crazy Daze to Defeat of Jesse James to Winter Walk, events in Northfield feature activities for every season. See more at our full calendar of events!
Northfield is on Money’s List of Best Places to Live
Northfield, MN was recently named one of the top 50 places to live in the US by Money.com, and we couldn’t be more thrilled and honored!
“A charming town near the Twin Cities with affordable homes and room for adventure.”
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From hundreds of acres of parks to golf courses and trails to visual and performing arts, there is always something going on. Sign up for our newsletter to stay up to date on local happenings or check out our calendar of events to see what catches your interest.