Special Event Preview Night!

You're invited! Join us for a mini-tour of the Finnish, Korean, and Norwegian Villages to imagine your wedding or conference in our unique spaces.

Tuesday, Sept. 23rd, 2025
3-7 p.m.
8659 Thorsonveien Rd, Bemidji, MN 56601
Visit three venues, sample hors d'oeurves, preview banquet seating.
Collect passport stamps at all three locations for a prize drawing!

Conferences and Events

The Villages

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Escape the Ordinary — Host Unforgettable Events in a Lakeside, Cultural Retreat in the North Woods of Minnesota

Whether you’re dreaming of a rustic lakeside wedding venue or need a conference rental space near Bemidji that sparks creativity, our villages provide a serene backdrop, global charm, and personalized service.

Celebrate & Connect in the Northwoods

From vows to vision boards, Concordia Language Villages offers unique event venues designed for both celebration and collaboration.

  • Weddings & Milestone Events: Say “I do” in a lakeside lodge, renew your vows in a forest clearing, or gather your family for a reunion filled with warmth and culture.
  • Conferences & Corporate Retreats: Inspire your team with a change of scenery. Our meeting and conference spaces near Bemidji help groups focus, connect, and recharge away from office distractions.

Venue Highlights

  • Cozy spaces for 75–100 guests (up to 140 for lively celebrations)
  • Full-service catering, linens, glassware & unique cultural dessert options
  • On-site lodging for multi-day events and retreats
  • One-day rentals available September–April
    • (Summer reserved for our immersive youthlanguage camps in 14 languages)

Explore Our Villages

Each Village combines cultural design with Minnesota Northwoods beauty – giving you a venue experience unlike any hotel or traditional event hall.

Catering & Services

Global Flavor, Full-Service Care. Our in-house catering goes beyond basics–bringing international flair and Minnesota hospitality to every meal. Our trained culinary staff will create a menu as memorable as your setting with special features:
Culinary Masterpieces plated on elegant dishes.
Banquet-style meals with
full table service
Decorative cake on wooden table
Custom cakes and desserts
with cultural options
Croissant rolls and sandwiches on display
Sandwich trays and light catering
for prep rooms
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Flexible seating styles
(round tables, long banquet tables)
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Start Planning Your Event Today

We'd love to help you bring your event to life. Submit an inquiry or email us directly.
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