Defeat Jesse James Days is an annual community festival in Northfield, Minnesota that commemorates the town’s 1876 thwarted bank robbery by Jesse James and his gang. The multi-day event centers on historical reenactments of the raid and the ensuing shootout, alongside parades, live music, arts-and-crafts vendors, family activities, and other street-fair attractions. It celebrates local history and draws residents and visitors for a blend of living history, entertainment, and small-town festivities.
