Northfield & Dundas Weekly Roundup

Events are updated on Wednesdays by Noon. 

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October 27–November 2, 2026

Halloween weekend brings seasonal drinks, live theater, concerts, local shopping and the final outdoor Riverwalk Market Fair of the year.

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Tuesday, October 27

Ukulele Jam Session
7:30–8:45 p.m.
Hot Spot Music, 801 Division Street S., Northfield

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Bring a ukulele and join Gabe Meerts for music, light instruction and a relaxed community jam. No experience is required. View the Hot Spot Music calendar Hot Spot Music​

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Wednesday, October 28

Metalliquoi?
5:00–6:00 p.m.
Hot Spot Music, 801 Division Street S., Northfield

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Carleton College professor Andy Flory will present a talk about the beginnings of heavy metal, kicking off a multi-day Metalfest 2026 lineup. View event information Hot Spot Music

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Thursday, October 29

ExperimentALE: Bloody Beer
3:00–8:00 p.m.
Chapel Brewing, 15 Hester Street, Dundas

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Chapel Brewing’s limited ExperimentALE series continues with Bloody Beer. View Chapel Brewing events CHAPEL Brewing

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Friday, October 30

Friday Feast and Live Music
Keepsake Cidery, 4609 135th Street E., Dundas

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• Cidery hours: 4:00–9:00 p.m.

• Toasties and seasonal sides

• Live music by The Schmids: 5:00–8:00 p.m.

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View Keepsake’s event schedule Dundas Minnesota

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Northfield Rotary Halloween Costume Party
5:00–9:00 p.m.
Northfield VFW, 516 Division Street S., Northfield

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The evening begins at the VFW and includes a Halloween costume pub crawl and costume prizes. View Rotary event information Rotary Club of Northfield, MN

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Caddyshakes
7:30–9:30 p.m.
Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 411 Third Street W., Northfield

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See the locally written Shakespearean-style parody of Caddyshack. The production is rated PG-13. Tickets are $22 for adults and $18 for seniors and students. View theater information Northfield Arts Guild

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Pipescreams: Halloween Organ Recital
8:15 p.m.
Boe Memorial Chapel, St. Olaf College, Northfield

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Enjoy a Halloween-themed organ recital presented by the St. Olaf Music Department. Campus music events are generally free and open to the public unless otherwise noted. View the St. Olaf music schedule Music

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Saturday, October 31

Final Outdoor Riverwalk Market Fair
9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Bridge Square, downtown Northfield
Rain or shine

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Shop seasonal produce, artisan food, fine art and handcrafted products during the final outdoor market of 2026. Live music includes Barbara B from 9:00–11:00 a.m. and a brass quintet from 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Visit Riverwalk Market Fair Riverwalk Market Fair

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Live Music at Keepsake Cidery
Cidery open noon–8:00 p.m.
Greenvale Manitou performs 4:00–7:00 p.m.
4609 135th Street E., Dundas

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View the current Keepsake schedule Dundas Minnesota

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St. Olaf Festival of Bands Concert
5:00 p.m.
Skoglund Center Auditorium, St. Olaf College, Northfield

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View St. Olaf music events Music

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Caddyshakes Halloween Performance
7:30–9:30 p.m.
Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 411 Third Street W., Northfield

Saturday’s performance includes a Halloween costume contest with prizes awarded during intermission. View show and ticket information northfieldartsguild.org

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Sunday, November 1

Caddyshakes — Final Performance
2:00–4:00 p.m.
Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 411 Third Street W., Northfield. View theater information Northfield Arts Guild

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Sunday Jazz Jam
4:00–5:30 p.m.
Hot Spot Music, 801 Division Street S., Northfield

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Musicians are invited to bring an instrument and join the jam. View the Hot Spot Music calendar Hot Spot Music

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Monday, November 2

Faculty Recital: Ray Shows and John Jensen
7:00 p.m.
Urness Recital Hall, Christiansen Hall of Music, St. Olaf College

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The recital features Ray Shows on violin and John Jensen on piano. View St. Olaf music events Music

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Shopping & Dining Specials

Confirmed Current or Limited Offers

Bloody Beer at Chapel Brewing
Thursday, October 29, 3:00–8:00 p.m. This is a scheduled limited ExperimentALE release. CHAPEL Brewing

Friday Feast at Keepsake Cidery
Friday, October 30, 4:00–9:00 p.m. Toasties and seasonal sides will be offered alongside live music from The Schmids. Dundas Minnesota

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Chapel Brewing Bike Jersey Special Order
Orders are being accepted through November 15 for men’s and women’s bike jerseys. Orders are placed directly through Chapel’s linked supplier, with pickup at the brewery estimated for December 15–21. Visit Chapel Brewing chapelbrewing.com

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Confirmed Recurring Offers

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Tanzenwald Brewing Company
103 Water Street N., Northfield

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• Happy Hour: Tuesday–Friday, 3:00–5:00 p.m.; $5 pints

• Wednesday Pizza Night with rotating selections

• $14 burger basket with beer or soda: Fridays and Sundays, noon–5:00 p.m.

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View current Tanzenwald information Tanzenwald Brewing Company

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Local Shopping Opportunities

• Riverwalk Market Fair: Saturday, 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m., featuring local farmers, food producers, artists and makers.

• Northfield Arts Guild Gift Shop: Tuesday–Friday, noon–5:00 p.m., and Saturday, 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., at 304 Division Street S.

• Water Street Studios Shop: Saturday, 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., at 411 Water Street S.

No additional public retail or coffee-shop discounts were confirmed this week.

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Coming Soon

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​​​Save-A-Buck

Saturday, November 7
Participating Northfield businesses

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Northfield businesses will offer citywide shopping sales during Deer Opener Weekend. Individual participating-store offers have not yet been published in the public listing. View Northfield fall events Visit Northfield

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Also on November 7: Keepsake Cidery will be open noon–6:00 p.m., with live music by Tractorhead from 4:00–6:00 p.m. Dundas Minnesota

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​ExperimentALE: Carrot Cake

Thursday, November 12, 3:00–8:00 p.m.
Chapel Brewing, 15 Hester Street, Dundas. View Chapel events CHAPEL Brewing

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Riverwalk Winter Market

Saturday, November 21, 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Northfield Middle School

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Additional winter markets are scheduled for December 5 and December 19, plus a special market during Winter Walk on December 10 at Armory Square. Bridge Square, Northfield, MN, USA

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Keepsake Thanksgiving Market

Sunday, November 22
Keepsake Cidery, 4609 135th Street E., Dundas

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Shop holiday foods, beverages and gifts from local producers. Hours and vendor details were not yet posted on the public event page. Dundas Minnesota

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Small Business Saturday

Saturday, November 28
Northfield

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Save the date to shop and dine at locally owned Northfield businesses. View Northfield fall events

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Art to Explore

Mystic Topographies at St. Olaf College

The Flaten Art Museum is presenting Mystic Topographies, an exhibition featuring the work of artist Michon Weeks. The exhibit will remain on display through December 6. Check the museum’s current hours before visiting.

Learn more about the exhibition

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Event information and offers may change. Please verify details with the organizer or business before visiting. Promotions posted exclusively on Facebook or displayed only inside a business may not be included.