Hasenbank Park Grand Opening, Thursday, June 12 at 4 p.m. 10552 Water Lily Lane. Join the South Washington Watershed District and City of Woodbury in celebrating the brand new Hasenbank Park. Explore the trails, public art, restored Hasenbank Woods, and the park-wide stormwater filtration system. Take a self-guided tour and follow the path of water as it moves through the system. This is a free community event. The park has no parking lot, so visitors are encouraged to walk, bike, and carpool.
Moana 2, Starlight Cinema at Ojibway Park, Thursday, June 12, at 7 p.m. The first in a series of outdoor movies shown on a 40-foot inflatable screen. Free. Activities begin at 7 p.m. and lead up to the move at dusk. Face painting, animal encounters, crafts, hula hoop contests, trivia. June 26: Despicable Me 4; July 24: The Wild Robot; August 7: Viewers choice.
Elvis Has Left the Building, June 12, 13, and 14 at 7 p.m. at The Grand Banquet Hall, 301 2nd Street S., Stillwater. A Zephyr Theatre production, Elvis is missing and his manager needs to enlist an impersonator! Hijinks ensue as the Colonel takes desperate measures to replace a man who is irreplaceable. Doors open at 5:45 p.m. Pizza orders can be placed up until 6:45 p.m. Cash bar. Tickets are $35 in advance.
Yoga in the Park, Thursdays through August 21, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Lake Elmo Park Reserve North Pavilion. Sessions open to all levels. $10 per session or $120 for season pass. Vehicle permit required.
Movies with Mo in the Park, June 13: Wild Robot, July 18: Paddington in Peru, and August 15: Moana 2, Highlands Park, Cottage Grove. This free summer event offers activities for kids and food trucks before a featured movie screens at dusk.
Sounds of the Slough, Friday, June 13, 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., Belwin Education Site/Wetlands Classroom, 1553 Stagecoach Trail S. Afton Minn. Join naturalist Lynette Anderson for a new summer program exploring the sights and sounds of Belwin’s Bulrush Slough. This evening hike will wind through the savanna with stops along the way to observe and listen. Wear comfortable walking shoes and a hat, and bring water, a long-sleeved shirt, and binoculars if you like. Cost: Sliding scale of $10, $18 or $25 per person
The Producers, June 13, 14, 16, 20, and 21 at 7 p.m. and June 22 at 2 p.m. An Open Door Community Theatre production. Performances at The Loft Stage at East Ridge High School, 4200 Pioneer Drive. A Tony winning Broadway musical comedy by Mel Brooks, The show follows a down-on-his-luck Broadway producer, Max Bialystock, and his timid accountant, Leo Bloom, who scheme to produce a flop in order to swindle investors. They choose the worst musical ever written, Springtime for Hitler, but unexpectedly, the show becomes a massive success. The story is filled with outrageous humor, quirky characters, and catchy songs, culminating in a hilarious and chaotic conclusion. This production is a satirical comedy which contains mature themes, strong language, and adult humor, including references to the Holocaust and offensive stereotypes. Recommended for ages 13+. Advance tickets suggested.
Juneteenth—Honoring Resilience, Saturday, June 14 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Ojibway Park. The fifth annual community celebration hosted by Woodbury for Justice and Equality. Activities include table hosts from local community partners and black-owned businesses, dance performances by Afrocontigbo, drumming and poetry performers from Irreducible Grace Foundation, music by DJ Madison Sound, speakers, kids activities, and free BBQ chicken and grilled hot dogs to all who attend. Milk Mart ice cream truck will also be onsite for purchased desserts.
National Get Outdoors Day, Saturday, June 14. Free admission to all Minnesota State Parks and Washington County Parks.
Hastings Pride Festival, Saturday June 14 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Levee Park, 20 Ramsey St, Hastings, Entertainment, food, activities, and resources for all ages.
Fix-It Clinic, Saturday, June 14, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Park Grove Library, 7900 Hemingway Ave. S., Cottage Grove. Bring up to three broken items to a Washington County Fix-It Clinic and volunteers will help you troubleshoot and repair them for free. Fix-It Clinics build community connections and reduce the number of repairable objects that are thrown in the trash. Receive free guided assistance from volunteers with repair skills to disassemble, troubleshoot and fix items. Last item accepted at 1:30 p.m.
No Kings Saturday June 14, noon to 2 p.m., Oak Park Crossing Park, 15125 60th St N, Stillwater, NO KINGS is a national day of action and mass mobilization in response to increasing authoritarian excesses and corruption from Trump and his allies. March to the Highway 36 bridge following the woman with the red walker.
2025 Food Truck Extravaganza, Saturday, June 14, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Washington County Fairgrounds. This event brings together a diverse lineup of 40 food trucks, live entertainment, family-friendly activities, and a vibrant atmosphere celebrating our community’s love of food and fun. Entry Fee on-site is $10 per person and kids under age of 5 are free. A portion of these proceeds will be donated to scholarship funds, specifically in the trades, to students at the Stillwater Area High School, and private and charter schools.
Women Walking, Saturday, June 14, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., Belwin Savanna Center, 795 Indian Trail S., Afton, Minn. Celebrate the changing seasons with this popular program led by naturalist Lynette Anderson. Held near each solstice and equinox, Women Walking invites you to pause and reflect as we mark the turning points in our journey around the sun. The program begins indoors with light refreshments and centering exercises, then heads outside for a meditative walk through the woods and prairies. Sliding Scale of $20, $35, or $50 per person.
Farmers’ Market, Sundays through Oct. 26, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Red Rock Elementary, Woodbury. Produce, flowers, plants, and artisan products.
Let’s Go Birding Together, Sunday, June 15, 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., at Battle Creek Park Dog Park, 2350 Upper Afton Rd., Learn about birding, including how to use binoculars and a field guide. St. Paul Bird Alliance is collaborating with the St. Paul Public Library and the Urban Bird Collective to offer this free,beginning birding field trip for teens and adults. Registration required.
Performance in the Park: Talk of the Town Orchestra,Tuesday, June 17, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., at Ojibway Park Bandshell, Woodbury. A Minneapolis-based big band, made up of trumpets, trombones, saxophones, rhythm section, and singers.
Feeding Our Souls: The Essence of Juneteenth Joy with Dr. Jessica B. Harris, Wednesday, June 18, from 5:15 p.m. to 8 p.m., Minnesota History Center 345 W Kellogg Blvd, St. Paul. Led by a New York Times best-selling author, this event combines a culinary history lesson with heritage and what meals mean for the community as well as the opportunity to taste samples from local African American chefs. Tickets: $25.
Skoolie Family Fun Nights Wednesdays starting June 18, from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Royal Oaks Elementary School, 7335 Steepleview Rd, Free food, crafts,books, activities sponsored by Community Education, SoWashCo.
Good News Big Band Performance in the Park,Wednesday, June 18, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., at Ojibway Park Bandshell. A Twin Cities- based group that performs Christian music done in a big band swing style along with traditional big band selections.
Cottage Grove Strawberry Fest, June 19-22, beginning at 4 p.m. each day. This four-day family-friendly extravaganza celebrates the city’s heritage with strawberry treats, a carnival, live music, a marketplace, and a parade. Admission is free.
Megan Burtt Trio Musicians Corner House Concert, Friday, June 20, 6 p.m. potluck dinner, 7 p.m. show, Kathy and Dan Mathews house, 1550 Wild Ridge Ct N Newport, Minn. Megan Burtt is an international touring singer/songwriter decorated with national recognition. She is the winner of the Kerrville NewFolk, Rocky Mountain Folk Festival and Westword Music Award and a finalist in Mountain NewSong, Songwriter Serenade and Great American Song Contest. Please RSVP online or email [email protected].
Juneteenth Family Day with Anika Foundation, Saturday, June 21 from noon to 6 p.m., State Capitol, 75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd, St. Paul. The Minnesota Humanities Center is sponsoring the Anika Foundation Juneteenth Family Celebration with family friendly fun, games, and community. This event is free and open to all.
Pride Bird Walk, Saturday June 21, from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., Meet at Battle Creek Park Dog Park, 2350 Upper Afton Rd., Wakan Tipi Awanyankapi and Urban Bird Collective partner for a morning of birding. Participants are encouraged to wear LGBTQ+ Pride gear. Registration required. Free.
MN Mushrooms: To Know Them is to Love Them, Saturday, June 21, 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Belwin Education Site, Hilltop Classroom, 1553 Stagecoach Trail S., Afton, Minn. Taught by experienced forager and outdoors-person Alissa Gold, this class empowers adults with the knowledge and skills to confidently find and identify mushrooms. You’ll learn to recognize some of Minnesota’s most common fungi—including choice edibles—along with best practices for safe and responsible foraging. Weather permitting, the class includes a short hike; please dress accordingly. Note: No mushrooms will be foraged during this class or on Belwin’s property. Presented in partnership with Saint Paul Public Schools Community Education. Cost: Sliding scale of $26, $31, or $36 per person.
Performance in the Park: Prairie Potluck Band, Tuesday, June 24, 6:30 PM, Woodbury Lions Bandshell, Ojibway Park, Woodbury. Enjoy an outdoor concert featuring big band music as part of the “Performances in the Park” series. Free.
Performances in the Park: Red Rock Swing Band, Wednesday, June 25, 6:30 PM, Woodbury Lions Bandshell, Ojibway Park, Woodbury. Enjoy an outdoor concert featuring swing music as part of the “Performances in the Park” series. Free.
Bison at Belwin: A Closer Look At An Iconic Animal, Wednesday, June 25, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Belwin Bison Prairie, Observation Platform, 15551 Division St, Afton, Minn. Bison are the largest grazing mammal in the United States and key to a healthy prairie. Join Belwin Conservancy staff for a memorable event to learn why they have a bison herd and what benefits the bison bring to a prairie. Get an up-close look at these amazing animals from the custom-made bison buggy! Presented in partnership with Saint Paul Public Schools Community Education. Cost: Sliding scale of $50, $59, or $68 per person.
Summerfest 2025, June 26-28, Oakdale. This family-friendly event includes a parade, live music at the bandshell, food trucks, a 5K race at the Oakdale Nature Preserve, a medallion hunt, and fireworks.
Architect Talk: A Story of the St. Croix,Thursday, June 26, at 6:30 p.m., Washington County Heritage Center, 1862 S. Greeley, St., Stillwater, Minn. Architect Beth Diem was the project manager and photomontage artist of “A Story of the St. Croix,” an exhibit created in 2007-08 by a team of artists, scientists, writers, and musicians. The artwork combines the worlds of art, history, and ecology found on the St. Croix River. Diem will speak about the art exhibit’s themes, inspirations, and process. “A Story of the St. Croix” is on display at the Washington County Heritage Center until the end of 2025. Presented in partnership with the Stillwater Area Public Schools.
Kumbayah, The Juneteenth Story: Special Edition, Friday, June 27, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., The O’Shaughnessy at St. Catherine University 2004 Randolph Ave, St. Paul, MN. This theatrical experience, written by Rose McGee, takes audiences on a journey into the past, addressing the origins of Juneteenth and the imagined impact on the lives of individuals hearing the news of the Emancipation Proclamation and that the Civil War was over. Free but registration required.
Afton Strawberry Festival and Marketplace Saturday, June 27, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, June 28 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Afton Town Park, Celebrating the heritage of strawberries since the 1800’s with artists, music, food, and activities for all.
Fourth of July Hometown Celebration, Friday, July 4, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m (fireworks at 10 p.m.), M Health Fairview Sports Center, 8301 Valley Creek Road, Woodbury. Woodbury’s annual Fourth of July celebration features outdoor concessions, music, food trucks, green space for games, Madison’s Place playground, and a free outdoor splash pad. The evening culminates in a fireworks display. Free.
Afton Fourth of July Parade Friday, July 4, 1 p.m. Main Street, Afton. Ultimate small town parade marches in one direction and doubles back. Parking is a challenge.
Fourth of July Celebration, Sunday, July 6, 6:30 p.m. to 11 p.m., Kingston Park, Cottage Grove, Minn. The Cottage Grove Lions are hosting their annual Fourth of July picnic and fireworks. Ice cream and cheese curd/roasted corn vendors, bike raffles for kids, as well as hot dogs, burgers, chips, beverages, available to purchase. Fireworks go off at dusk.
Around the World in 80 Days, July 11, 12, 13, at 7 p.m., Shepard Farm, 8946 70th St. S., Cottage Grove, Minnesota. Locally Grown Theater presents free performances of this play at Shepard Farm in Cottage Grove. Remember to bring your own blankets or chairs.
Performances in the Park: The Jolly Pops, Wednesday, July 16, 6:30 p.m., Woodbury Lions Bandshell, Ojibway Park, Woodbury. A free, family-friendly concert featuring children’s music by The Jolly Pops, part of Woodbury’s “Performances in the Park” series.
Annie Jr., Saturdays and Sundays, July 19-20 and July 26-27, 2025, 2 p.m., East Ridge High School Loft Theater, Woodbury, A Merrill Arts Center Education Production of the musical inspired by the popular comic strip. Tickets range from $5 to $24.
Performances in the Park: SoWashCo Community Band, Tuesday, July 22, 2025, 6:30 PM, Woodbury Lions Bandshell, Ojibway Park, Woodbury. Enjoy a free outdoor concert by the SoWashCo Community Band as part of the “Performances in the Park” series.
Nature Memories Open House with FamilyMeans, Wednesday, July 30, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Belwin Conservancy, Education Site, Wetlands Classroom 1553 Stagecoach Tr. S., Afton, Minn. In partnership with FamilyMeans, Belwin Conservancy hosts an Open House for individuals with memory loss and their caregiver. More details coming soon. Previous events have featured live music, naturalist led walks, and nature inspired arts activities. This event is open to all interested in this partnership between Belwin and FamilyMeans. Free.
Performances in the Park: TaikoArts Midwest, Wednesday, July 30, 6:30 p.m., Woodbury Lions Bandshell, Ojibway Park, Woodbury. Witness the dynamic Japanese drumming of TaikoArts Midwest in this performance, part of Woodbury’s “Performances in the Park” series. Free.
