Welcome to Thief River Falls and Pennington County!

Upcoming Welcoming Events

Thief River Falls is a vibrant and welcoming community where newcomers are greeted with open arms. With a rich heritage and a strong sense of togetherness, we take pride in creating opportunities for everyone to feel at home. Our welcoming events are designed to help newcomers connect with one another and build meaningful relationships with long-term residents. These gatherings are perfect for making friends, deepening connections, and discovering all that our community has to offer. Whether you’re looking to learn more about our rich traditions, engage with local culture, or simply meet friendly faces, we’re excited to welcome you!

Due to circumstances beyond our control, we have made the difficult decision to cancel this year’s Longest Table event. If you purchased a ticket, you may return it to the place where you purchased it for a full refund. For those interested in Scandinavian culture, we encourage you to attend Nordic Fest, May 12-16.

The Longest Table

The Longest Table: A Scandinavian-Inspired Evening of Food, Music, and Connection On April 23, community members will gather around a single, shared table for an experience that goes far beyond a meal. This year's Longest Table event will be a Scandinavian-themed...

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Welcoming Community FUNDERs and Partners

Northwest Minnesota Foundation, Minnesota Humanities Center, Pennington County, DigiKey, Arctic Cat, Sanford Health Thief River Falls, Border Bank, Northern State Bank, Northland Community and Technical College, Thief River Falls Public Schools, St. Bernard’s Church, Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Thief River Falls Chamber of Commerce, Business Development Association, and The Thief River Falls Times