City of Otsego, MN

09/15/2026

TWO GREAT EVENTS – ONE BIG DAY!

Saturday, October 10, 2026

It’s going to be a big day in Otsego! Join us for two great family-friendly events-and help us celebrate Fire Prevention Week, October 4-10!

FIRE STATION OPEN HOUSE
🕙 10:00 AM-1:00 PM
📍 14499 75th St. NE (Please enter on 75th Street)

Celebrate Fire Prevention Week by checking out your new fire station!
• Tour the new station
• Meet the firefighters
• See the fire trucks and equipment
• Learn important fire safety tips
• Enjoy snacks and refreshments

PUMPKIN PATCH
🕙 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
📍 Prairie Park | 13355 90th St. NE

Get into the Halloween spirit with a morning of family fun!
• Wear your costume
• Dance to Halloween music
• Trick-or-treat along the Pumpkin Patch Trail
• Pick out your own pumpkin
• Shop the Arts & Crafts Show

Registration is recommended for the Pumpkin Patch:
👉 Register here: https://otsego.recdesk.com/Community/Calendar​

No registration is needed for the Fire Station Open House.

HELP SUPPORT THE CAER FOOD SHELF

Bring a donation for the CAER Food Shelf and drop it off at either event location.

🎉 We’re excited to see you Saturday, October 10!

09/15/2026

Happy ! Celebrate democracy by helping us get every eligible American registered and for their next trip to the ballot box in 2026 and beyond!

Register to vote, check or update your registration at: MNVOTES.GOV/REGISTER

09/11/2026

🚨🎉 OTSEGO… TOMORROW’S THE BIG DAY!

Who’s ready for a FULL DAY OF FUN at Prairie Festival?!

📸 Here’s a little throwback to last year! Just a sneak peek at the fun waiting for you tomorrow!

📅 SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12
⏰ 10 AM–10 PM
📍 Prairie Park | 13355 90th Street NE
🎟️ FREE ADMISSION!

And YES… there’s A LOT happening!
-Live music
-Food trucks
-Inflatables
-Petting zoo
-Beer garden
-Local vendors
-Bingo
-Laser tag
-Pancake breakfast
-Pickleball
-Car show
-Bean bag tournament
-FIREWORKS AT DUSK!

AND NEW THIS YEAR…
🪓📸 PAUL BUNYAN! Come get your photo with the legendary lumberjack!

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Bring the family.
👯 Bring your friends.
🚗 Bring your crew.
🎉 Just come ready to HAVE SOME FUN!

FREE ADMISSION + FOOD + MUSIC + ACTIVITIES + FIREWORKS = ONE AWESOME DAY!

We’ll see you TOMORROW at Prairie Park! 🎉🌾🚗

👉 Full event lineup & festival map
https://otsegofestival.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/HANDOUT_PrairieFest_2026.pdf

otsegofestival.com

09/10/2026

🌳 Prairie Park Phase 1 Update!

Join us at the Parks & Recreation Commission meeting on Tuesday, September 15, at 7:00 PM.

The Commission will review updates and provide recommendations on the Prairie Park Phase 1 design, including:

🏢 Restroom Building – Review proposed facility options
🎪 Picnic/Event Shelter – Review shelter options
🏀 Project Alternates – Consider potential additions such as basketball court resurfacing, pickleball courts, ballfield shade structures, batting cages, shelters, concrete work, and pedestrian lighting
🛝 Destination Playground – Review four playground concepts, with a budget of approximately $1.1 million for equipment, surfacing, shipping, and installation

This is an opportunity to learn more about the plans and share your thoughts before the project moves into final design and consideration by the City Council.

📅 Tuesday, September 15
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍Prairie Center (8899 Nashua Avenue NE)

Come learn more, share your ideas, and help shape the future of Prairie Park! 🌳

If you miss this meeting the next round of public engagement will be at Pumpkin Patch, October 10.

Learn more about the project online: https://www.otsegomn.gov/473/Prairie-Park-Phase-1

09/08/2026

🎉 Otsego Prairie Festival & Car Show is THIS SATURDAY! 🚗🎶

Join us Saturday, September 12, from 10 AM–10 PM at Prairie Park (13355 90th Street NE) for a full day of fun for the whole family! 🌾

There’s something for everyone:
🎵 Live Music
🚗 Car Show
🐐 Petting Zoo
🎈 Inflatables
🥞 Pancake Breakfast
🍔 Food Vendors
🎨 Crafts
🍺 Beer Garden
🎆 Incredible Fireworks Display!

Don’t miss out on one of Otsego’s biggest celebrations! Bring your family and friends and make a day of it. ❤️

👉 Learn more: otsegofestival.com

09/04/2026

📸 Otsego Photo Contest — Cast Your Vote!

The photos are in, and now it’s time to pick your favorite! 🎉

Vote for your favorite photo in our easy-to-use online poll. You can vote once per day through Wednesday, September 30, at 5 pm.

🗳️ Vote online: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/qDMUjV2BsJ?origin=lprLink

Prefer to vote in person? In-person voting will be available Saturday, September 12, during the Otsego Prairie Festival & Car Show. Stop by the City of Otsego booth to cast your vote!

🏆 The winning photo will receive a $100 prize!

Which photo will be your favorite? Cast your vote and help choose the winner!

09/03/2026

Otsego City Offices will be closed on Monday, September 7, in observance of the Labor Day holiday.

We hope you have a safe and enjoyable long weekend!

09/01/2026

Here’s a little school bus safety refresher:

🚍 Back to School Means Bus Safety! 🚍

Yellow Flashing Lights: Slow down and prepare to stop. The bus is about to pick up or drop off students.

Red Flashing Lights: STOP. Do not pass or come within 20 feet of the school bus. Remain stopped until the red lights stop flashing.

⚠️ Remember: On multi-lane roads without a physical barrier or raised/depressed median, traffic in both directions must stop when a school bus has its red lights activated.

The Wright County Sheriff’s Office actively investigates school bus stop-arm violations and patrols areas where repeat violations occur.

💲 Penalties include:
• Minimum $500 fine for failing to stop.
• Passing on the right or passing when children are outside the bus may result in a gross misdemeanor.

📵 Drive distraction-free, obey the speed limit, and be extra alert during morning and afternoon school bus routes.

Drive Mellow. Look for Yellow. Help get every child to and from school safely. 🚌

08/31/2026

📸 Reminder: Photo Contest Deadline Tomorrow!

There’s still time to submit your photos for the City of Otsego Photo Contest! Entries are due by 5:00 pm tomorrow, September 1.

We’re excited to see your favorite Otsego moments!

More info: https://www.otsegomn.gov/418/Photo-Contest

08/31/2026

on General Elections
Voters in the military or abroad are able to receive ballots anywhere they are living. Note it is recommended to apply by August 28! For more info, visit: www.sos.mn.gov/elections-voting/other-ways-to-vote/vote-from-military-or-abroad