Housing: please also see Northfield Chamber of Commerce Lodging Listing website for more accommodation details.
Northfield Lodging Options
AmericInn Motel and Suites
1320 Bollenbacher Drive (adjacent to South Highway 3)
507-645-7761
Archer House
212 Division Street
507-645-5661
800-247-2235
College City Motel
875 North Highway 3
507-645-4426
800-775-0455
Country Inn Motel
300 South Highway 3
507-645-2286
800-456-4000
Froggy Bottoms River Suites
309 South Water Street
Northfield, MN 55057
507-650-0039
Super 8 Motel
1420 Riverview Drive (adjacent to South Highway 3)
507-663-0371
800-800-8000
The Magic Door Bed & Breakfast
818 Division Street South
507-664-9096
Travel Directions to Northfield
Northfield is about 40 miles (50 km) south of Minneapolis, St. Paul, off exit 69 on Interstate 35.
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is the nearest large airport, having good connections to most other airports in the U.S. and Canada. Direct European carriers include Delta (KLM) and Icelandair.
Ground transport from MSP to Northfield can be arranged through EcoTrans or Metro Express Bus.
Tourist Information
Contact the Convention and Visitor Bureau.
Chalabala Musical Instrument Photo Gallery
Links
- Minnesota Tourism
- Northfield Arts Guild
- Arts Minnesota
- National Music Museum (South Dakota)
- Chatfield Brass Band Library
- HBS
- MSP (Minneapolis-St. Paul International) Airport
- AMTRAK Train service (Empire Builder)
- Minneapolis
- St. Paul
Press
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Volunteer
Our volunteer needs are many, and we’re looking for people who are interested in music, in international culture, meeting new people, and who love the city of Northfield! Please let us know if you are available to help. Complete this form to volunteer or contact vbf2010@gmail.com.
Contribute
Almost all concerts and public events connected with the Vintage Band Festival are free admission. We are relying on the generous support of Festival friends to meet expenses. Our main costs are the hosting of the visiting vintage bands: housing, food, and transportation. A tax-deductible contribution in any amount may be sent to Vintage Band Festival Fund, PMB 130, 204 W. 7th St, Northfield, MN 55057. You may also donate on line through PayPal and GiveMN. Donors will receive complimentary festival souvenirs and are invited to receptions for the musicians during the festival weekend. Thanks in advance for your support!