Family events in Cottage Grove, MN

Celebrate the end of summer with a camp-style day designed for children in grades 1–2. Participants explore the woods and fields of Shepard Farm, turning nature into their playground through hands-on learning and play. The day includes friendly encounters with farm animals such as cows, sheep, and chickens, and it wraps up around a campfire with a warm treat. The cost is $70. This program is offered on two separate days, and families may choose one or both.

A playful storytime created for babies under two and the adults who care for them. Caregivers participate by reading and bouncing along with stories and songs.

Explore creative building with LEGO bricks by taking on a building challenge or choosing open-ended free play. Design original models, experiment with ideas, and spend dedicated time bringing concepts to life. This club takes place on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month.

Food Truck Thursday brings a rotating lineup of food trucks to Cottage Grove City Hall. Each week highlights a different vendor, and for this week the featured truck is The American Dream Machine. The schedule can change on short notice.

Celebrate Woodbury and nearby communities at a volunteer-run, family friendly, three day festival in Ojibway Park. The weekend features live music with bands on Friday and Saturday nights, along with community performances throughout. Sample local tastes at the Taste of Woodbury with more than 20 vendors. A fireworks show brightens the sky on Saturday night. Enjoy carnival rides, games, activities for kids, a car show, Bingo, and more. The Grande Parade takes place Sunday morning. Admission to the park is free, while food, rides, and certain activities require payment. Some activities require a Woodbury Days Button, which can be purchased in advance or at the event, and ATMs are available on site.

Woodbury Days brings the Minneapolis Sound to the stage at Ojibway Park with Jordan Johnston and the Elevation. An R&B and pop vocalist, Johnston has performed on the main stage at Paisley Park and has opened for Stokley, former frontman of Mint Condition, as well as Lyfe Jennings. Drawing on influences like Prince, Usher, and Michael Jackson, he pairs soulful vocals with energetic, catchy melodies. He is joined by a band whose members have toured nationally with Richard Marx and Cameo, worked with Grammy-nominated reggae groups, and collaborated with Flyte Tyme Productions. The set spans funky, upbeat grooves and smooth soul.

Wren + Wilde bring their smoky folk sound to Woodbury Days at Ojibway Park. This Minnesota folk band, led by Hilary Yoder and Beth Olivares, blends close harmonies with a rugged Americana vibe to create music that feels raw and resonant. Reflective writing and candid storytelling shape each song into an intimate exchange, with lines and melodies that linger well after the music ends. Listeners who appreciate sincere, soulful folk will find this performance especially rewarding.

High & Mighty returns to the Woodbury Days stage at Ojibway Park with a horn-driven, dance-ready headlining set. Recognized with multiple Minnesota Music Awards, this Twin Cities group is known for an energetic mix of funk, R&B, and retro pop that keeps crowds moving. The performance features a tight horn section and seasoned vocalists with roots in the Minneapolis Sound.

The Croix Boys perform at Woodbury Days with a lively blend of country and rock made for singing along. Their set highlights crowd favorites from artists such as Luke Combs, Chris Stapleton, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Johnny Cash, and more.

At East Ridge High School in Minnesota, the evening centers on crowning the 2026-27 Woodbury Ambassador Royal Family and recognizing the outgoing Royal Family. A reception will follow the ceremony. Tickets are sold at the door for $10, or $5 with a Woodbury Days button.

This weekly chess meetup at R H Stafford Library Woodbury features relaxed, casual play. Participants of all ages and skill levels are welcome.