Donnelly, MN

Donnelly is a small, quiet community in west-central Minnesota, located about nine miles north of Morris along Highway 9. Surrounded by wide-open farmland and big prairie skies, it offers a peaceful rural setting with everyday conveniences right down the road. Most residents make the quick ten-minute drive into Morris for work, groceries, healthcare, and dining, making it easy to enjoy country living alongside practical access to nearby amenities.

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The town comes together in a big way each August for the annual Donnelly Threshing Bee, a favorite local tradition that celebrates the area's farming heritage with antique tractor demonstrations, family activities, and community meals. It is a place where neighbors know one another and life moves at a comfortable, unhurried pace. For anyone looking for an affordable, laid-back spot to put down roots, Donnelly offers plenty of small-town charm.