Defeat of Jesse James Days
About this event
The Defeat of Jesse James Days is a cultural festival in Northfield, Minnesota. The 2026 event takes place Sep 9–13, 2026. One of Minnesota's largest outdoor festivals, marking the town's 1876 defeat of the James-Younger gang with daily bank-raid reenactments, a rodeo, parades, carnival, and arts and crafts.
Annual, the weekend after Labor Day in September
Location & directions
Northfield, MN 55057
Frequently asked questions
When is Defeat of Jesse James Days 2026?
Defeat of Jesse James Days takes place Sep 9–13, 2026 in Northfield, Minnesota. Annual, the weekend after Labor Day in September
Where is Defeat of Jesse James Days held?
Defeat of Jesse James Days is held in Northfield, Minnesota, at Northfield, MN 55057.
What is Defeat of Jesse James Days?
One of Minnesota's largest outdoor festivals, marking the town's 1876 defeat of the James-Younger gang with daily bank-raid reenactments, a rodeo, parades, carnival, and arts and crafts.
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