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Family Weeks & Weekends

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FAMILY VACATION

Join us for a global learning vacation for the entire family—right here in Minnesota! Overnight family weeks and weekends are a great way to spend time together, discover new international foods, play games, make crafts, enjoy music and take part in some old-fashioned outdoor fun. And while you’re all busy having such a good time, together you’ll experience the wonder of speaking a new language through our fun and natural immersion environment. Invite friends, aunts, uncles and grandparents—or whatever family means to you!

Please note: Family programs are designed for family units that include at least one adult (age 19 or older) and one child (age 18 or younger). Individual adults and couples should register for our Adult Programs, which provide more intensive opportunities for language learning designed specifically for adults.

German Language Village
Selecting Your Village Name
Swedish Language Village
Musical Fun
Japanese Language Village
Treats at the Village Store
Swedish Language Village
Folding the Flag
German Language Village
Audience Participation
German Language Village
Group Learning
Chinese Language Village
Adventures Ahead!
Chinese Language Village
Bringing Families Together
German Language Village
Fabulous Fondue!
German Language Village
Creating Connections
French Language Village
Cultural Activities
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What to Expect

Family programs offer great preparation for a family trip abroad or for a child’s future summer experience at the Language Villages. Explore family heritage or learn about an entirely new culture! The best part is simply being together in a beautiful setting and being able to reinforce the importance of being a courageous global citizen. Family weeks and weekends are available in select languages.

  • Independent learning for kids and adults
  • Family and group activities
  • Culturally authentic dining

Lodging

We typically house two to three families (or more, depending on the facility and the size of family units) together in a cabin; staff does not live with you. Our cabins house 12-14 people, depending on the site. Bathroom facilities are either directly in the housing unit or a short walk down the path. Within each cabin, families are accommodated in semi-private areas. We do our best to put similar families together, taking into account gender of participants and the ages of children. If you would like to share a cabin with another family, please note this on your registration form.

Upcoming Family Weeks and Weekends

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Les Voyageurs Family Week
Family Overnight
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Les Voyageurs
Dates:
Jul 21
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Jul 26
2025
Location:
Bemidji
N/A
Cost: $
910
Family programs are designed for family units that include at least one adult (age 19 or older) and one child (age 18 or younger). Individual adults should register for our Adult Programs instead. Adult programs provide more and more intensive opportunities for language learning geared specifically towards adult learners. Individual adults not attending with minor children may request an exception to this policy, please contact clvregister@cord.edu to start this process. All attendees, regardless of age, need to register individually for the Family Programs. Tuition is as follows: Adult participants: $910 each Youth participants: $740 each Participants ages 3 and under: Free All paying participants must pay a $100 registration fee to save a spot.
Registration closes
Jun 23, 2025
Male openings:
23
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Female openings:
23
Register NowJoin Waitlist
Session Full
Registration Closed
Limited Availibility
Registration opens on
September 4, 2024
French Family Week
Family Overnight
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French
Dates:
Aug 11
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Aug 16
2025
Location:
Bemidji
N/A
Cost: $
910
Family programs are designed for family units that include at least one adult (age 19 or older) and one child (age 18 or younger). Individual adults should register for our Adult Programs instead. Adult programs provide more and more intensive opportunities for language learning geared specifically towards adult learners. Individual adults not attending with minor children may request an exception to this policy, please contact clvregister@cord.edu to start this process. All attendees, regardless of age, need to register individually for the Family Programs. Tuition is as follows: Adult participants: $910 each Youth participants: $740 each Participants ages 3 and under: Free All paying participants must pay a $100 registration fee to save a spot.
Registration closes
Jul 14, 2025
Male openings:
63
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Female openings:
64
Register NowJoin Waitlist
Session Full
Registration Closed
Limited Availibility
Registration opens on
September 4, 2024
German Family Week
Family Overnight
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German
Dates:
Aug 11
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Aug 16
2025
Location:
Bemidji
N/A
Cost: $
910
Family programs are designed for family units that include at least one adult (age 19 or older) and one child (age 18 or younger). Individual adults should register for our Adult Programs instead. Adult programs provide more and more intensive opportunities for language learning geared specifically towards adult learners. Individual adults not attending with minor children may request an exception to this policy, please contact clvregister@cord.edu to start this process. All attendees, regardless of age, need to register individually for the Family Programs. Tuition is as follows: Adult participants: $910 each Youth participants: $740 each Participants ages 3 and under: Free All paying participants must pay a $100 registration fee to save a spot.
Registration closes
Jul 14, 2025
Male openings:
69
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Female openings:
69
Register NowJoin Waitlist
Session Full
Registration Closed
Limited Availibility
Registration opens on
September 4, 2024
Spanish Family Week
Family Overnight
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Spanish
Dates:
Aug 11
-
Aug 16
2025
Location:
Bemidji
N/A
Cost: $
910
Family programs are designed for family units that include at least one adult (age 19 or older) and one child (age 18 or younger). Individual adults should register for our Adult Programs instead. Adult programs provide more and more intensive opportunities for language learning geared specifically towards adult learners. Individual adults not attending with minor children may request an exception to this policy, please contact clvregister@cord.edu to start this process. All attendees, regardless of age, need to register individually for the Family Programs. Tuition is as follows: Adult participants: $910 each Youth participants: $740 each Participants ages 3 and under: Free All paying participants must pay a $100 registration fee to save a spot.
Registration closes
Jul 14, 2025
Male openings:
61
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Female openings:
58
Register NowJoin Waitlist
Session Full
Registration Closed
Limited Availibility
Registration opens on
September 4, 2024
Arabic Family Week
Family Overnight
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Arabic
Dates:
Aug 18
-
Aug 23
2025
Location:
Bemidji
N/A
Cost: $
910
Family programs are designed for family units that include at least one adult (age 19 or older) and one child (age 18 or younger). Individual adults should register for our Adult Programs instead. Adult programs provide more and more intensive opportunities for language learning geared specifically towards adult learners. Individual adults not attending with minor children may request an exception to this policy, please contact clvregister@cord.edu to start this process. All attendees, regardless of age, need to register individually for the Family Programs. Tuition is as follows: Adult participants: $910 each Youth participants: $740 each Participants ages 3 and under: Free All paying participants must pay a $100 registration fee to save a spot.
Registration closes
Jul 21, 2025
Male openings:
20
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Female openings:
20
Register NowJoin Waitlist
Session Full
Registration Closed
Limited Availibility
Registration opens on
October 21, 2024
Chinese Family Week
Family Overnight
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Chinese
Dates:
Aug 18
-
Aug 23
2025
Location:
Bemidji
N/A
Cost: $
910
Family programs are designed for family units that include at least one adult (age 19 or older) and one child (age 18 or younger). Individual adults should register for our Adult Programs instead. Adult programs provide more and more intensive opportunities for language learning geared specifically towards adult learners. Individual adults not attending with minor children may request an exception to this policy, please contact clvregister@cord.edu to start this process. All attendees, regardless of age, need to register individually for the Family Programs. Tuition is as follows: Adult participants: $910 each Youth participants: $740 each Participants ages 3 and under: Free All paying participants must pay a $100 registration fee to save a spot.
Registration closes
Jul 21, 2025
Male openings:
74
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Female openings:
72
Register NowJoin Waitlist
Session Full
Registration Closed
Limited Availibility
Registration opens on
September 4, 2024
Spanish Family Week
Family Overnight
|
Spanish
Dates:
Aug 18
-
Aug 23
2025
Location:
Bemidji
N/A
Cost: $
910
Family programs are designed for family units that include at least one adult (age 19 or older) and one child (age 18 or younger). Individual adults should register for our Adult Programs instead. Adult programs provide more and more intensive opportunities for language learning geared specifically towards adult learners. Individual adults not attending with minor children may request an exception to this policy, please contact clvregister@cord.edu to start this process. All attendees, regardless of age, need to register individually for the Family Programs. Tuition is as follows: Adult participants: $910 each Youth participants: $740 each Participants ages 3 and under: Free All paying participants must pay a $100 registration fee to save a spot.
Registration closes
Jul 21, 2025
Male openings:
70
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Female openings:
70
Register NowJoin Waitlist
Session Full
Registration Closed
Limited Availibility
Registration opens on
September 4, 2024
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FAMILY WEEKS & WEEKENDS

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Here are Frequently Asked Questions about Concordia Language Villages programs. If your question is not addressed here, please visit our FAQ page or contact us.

Who can attend a Family Week?

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How much free time is there at a Family Week?

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Where do families stay?

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Will we be able to sightsee in Bemidji during the Family Week?

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I'm a native speaker. Can I help during a Family Week session and receive a discount?

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Do children and parents learn together or in separate groups?

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Do you have highchairs and cribs available?

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