Why Winter's Better In Northfield: Beat The Blues With These Local Picks

Winter may be here, but the fun doesn’t slow down in Northfield. From family outings to seasonal events and easy day trips, there’s plenty around town to keep your calendar full. Just remember to double-check hours, weather updates and ticket details before heading out. And if you want even more local winter ideas, keep scrolling — you’ll find a way to get personalized suggestions based on what you love to do.

Northfield Ice Arena

Address: 1280 Bollenbacher Drive, Northfield, MN 55057
Phone: (507) 645-3017
Details: Northfield Ice Arena serves as a year-round hub for public skating, hockey programs and figure skating in the community. Open skate sessions make it easy to drop in casually, while leagues, lessons and camps support more structured play. Skating times and seasonal schedules are posted online and can vary by week.

Windy Willow Farm Adventure

Address: 9748 110th Street East, Northfield, MN 55057
Phone: (507) 581-9248
Details: Windy Willow Farm Adventure offers an engaging, hands-on way to enjoy the outdoors year-round. Visitors can explore the farm by meeting the animals, moving through the play areas and enjoying themed events for the whole family.

The Contented Cow Pub and Wine Bar – Welsh Pub With Live Music

Address: 302 Division Street S B, Northfield, MN 55057
Phone: N/A
Details: Modeled after a traditional Welsh pub, The Contented Cow pairs a cozy, old-world atmosphere with live music and a thoughtfully curated drink menu. Now under new ownership, it remains a popular downtown stop for acoustic sets, small performances and relaxed evenings out.

Wild Things Indoor Playground

Address: 20450 Kenrick Avenue, Suite 100, Lakeville, MN 55044
Phone: (952) 960-8796
Details: Designed for kids ages 0–12, Wild Things offers a jungle-inspired indoor playland where little ones can climb, slide and explore a multi-level play structure and soft-play zones. A day pass lets children play freely during open hours, and parents can bring snacks or take advantage of seating areas while supervising from nearby.

Tanzenwald Brewing Company

Address: 103 Water Street North, Northfield, MN 55057
Phone: (507) 366-2337
Details: Tanzenwald Brewing Company blends European brewing traditions with a relaxed taproom atmosphere right in downtown Northfield. Guests can sample a rotating lineup of lagers and ales inspired by German and Czech styles, all while enjoying classic fare like pizza and cheeseburgers.

Northfield Arts Guild

Address: 304 Division Street, Northfield, MN 55057
Phone: (507) 645-8877
Details: Northfield Arts Guild brings together galleries, theater, live music and hands-on classes under one creative umbrella. Visitors can browse rotating art exhibitions, shop the gift gallery or attend performances and workshops throughout the year. Current events and class offerings are listed on the Guild’s website.

Flaherty's Northfield Lanes

Address: 1700 MN-3, Northfield, MN 55057
Phone: (507) 645-8322
Details: Flaherty’s Northfield Lanes offers classic bowling in a casual, family-friendly setting, with open bowling, leagues and group outings available. On Mondays through Thursdays (excluding holidays) from 9 p.m. to close, enjoy “All-You-Can-Bowl” sessions; pricing is $8 if you bring your own shoes ($10 if you add shoe rental).

Northfield Yarn

Address: 314 Division Street South, Northfield, MN 55057
Phone: (507) 645-1330
Details: Northfield Yarn is a welcoming specialty shop for knitters, crocheters and fiber artists of all experience levels. In addition to a wide selection of yarns and tools, the shop hosts classes and community-focused events that invite people to slow down and create. Class schedules and shop updates are available on their website.

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