Category Archives: Events

Merry Microgrants!

The Friends of Downtown Northfield is excited to announce the return of Merry Microgrants for
the 2024 holiday season! After a successful first two years, this program is back to bring extra
holiday spirit to our downtown.


This year, up to 10 grants will be awarded to qualifying downtown businesses, offering a
reimbursement of up to $150 for decorating supplies to enhance both interior and exterior
storefront displays. Apply here!


Eligibility Requirements:

Location: Your business must be within the C1 zoning district

Storefront: Businesses must be brick-and-mortar or nonprofit with a public-facing
storefront

Special consideration will be given to businesses participating in the Winter Walk!


Submit your application by November 15th, and selected businesses will be notified by
November 18th with all the program details and next steps.
Applying is quick and easy! Click here!

For those who participated in last year’s Merry Microgrants, we’re pleased to let you know that
previous recipients are absolutely welcome to apply again!

Plus, we’ve made the reimbursement process even simpler this year.

All you need to do is send us a photo of your receipt(s) with this year’s date clearly visible. Purchases may be made any time in 2024, even before applying for the grant.

For questions or assistance with the application, reach out to us at
friends@downtownnorthfield.com.

Third Thursdays Downtown

Thank you all for joining us at our first Third Thursday Downtown event of the summer in May! Our next event will be on June 15 with a performance by the Northfield Community Band. We’ll have family-friendly activities, Riverwalk Market Fair vendors,  the Northfield Public Library bookmobile, craft beverages, and more!

There is still room for a few more vendors, if you are interested, contact the Riverwalk Market Managers to sign up!

Third Thursdays Downtown

In 2023, we are partnering with Riverwalk Market Fair for a newly improved Third Thursdays Downtown! More than a Market, Bigger than a Block Party!

On the third Thursday of each month from 5:00pm to 8:00pm we will be co-hosting an all ages event downtown. Each month we will feature live music, specials from the downtown shops & restaurants, family fun activities, and the carefully curated mix of fine art, crafts, cottage foods, and farmers market that Riverwalk is known for!

Join us downtown on Thursday, May 18, 2023 for a performance by All Good Company, a rock music collective led by Minneapolis-based artist Rob Stokes. The group features a constantly rotating cast of musicians who bring both their original material and popular covers to the setlist. A typical show will weave together Americana, popular hits of the last century, and exploratory jams. Each performance is vastly different and will always bring a new experience. Loon Liquors Distillery will be serving their delicious cocktails as well!

Stay tuned for the rest of the summer’s lineup! Follow along on our website, Facebook, Instagram, or the Community Events Calendar.

Winter Walk 2022

We’re excited to see everyone downtown this Thursday, December 8, for the 24th Annual Winter Walk.

Come by the Friends of Downtown Northfield’s booth and with a $10 donation you can get a limited edition wood slice ornament with the iconic Central Block building. Ornaments are handmade in Northfield by a local maker and all proceeds will go to support downtown businesses and programming.

Find more information about Winter Walk online.