Christmas at the BCOAC
2025-12-17 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Brookings County Outdoor Adventure Center, 2810 22nd Ave South, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Join us for our annual Christmas celebration at the BCOAC! There will be plenty of Christmas cheer for the whole family to enjoy!

Music Bingo @ EBC
2025-12-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Eponymous Brewing Company, 126 Main Ave, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Every other Wednesday is another addition of SONGO “music bingo”. Bring your friends and compete in a fun sing along version of bingo for a chance at free drinks and other fun prizes.
Game starts at 7PM. See you all there!

Bingo at VFW
2025-12-17 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-19 19:00 - 21:00 | VFW: George Dokken Post, 520 Main Avenue, Brookings, SD, 57006
Doors open at 5:00 PM.
Bar opens at 5:00 PM. Cheapest drinks in town!
$3 sandwiches and $2 desserts are available from 5:30 PM through intermission,
Buy bingo cards starting at 6:30 PM. Bingo starts at 7:00 PM.
A variety of bingo games are played during each evening. Payouts range from $10 to $200! Payouts are split between all good BINGOs during that game.

Wall Street Wednesday
2025-12-17 19:00 - 22:00 | Wooden Legs Brewing Company, 309 5th Street, Ste 100, Brookings, SD, 57006
Drink like a capitalist at this dynamic draft beer stock exchange at WLBC! Opening bell rings at 7 PM, all draft prices start to fall and only rise when a beer is ordered. You set the price at Wall Street Wednesday – the most dynamic happy hour in Brookings! Closing bell rings at 10 PM.

Brookings Tourism Ambassador Program Class
2025-12-18 08:30 - 12:00 | Visit Brookings Office, 1321 6th Street, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Enroll in the December class to become a Brookings Tourism Ambassador.
ABOUT THE PROGRAM:
The Brookings Tourism Ambassador Program aims to provide frontline employees and volunteers with learning experiences to enhance their knowledge of the region and improve their customer service skills. This certification equips participants with the resources and tools to effectively address visitors’ questions.
The principle is simple: when employees and volunteers offer quality service to visitors, the likelihood of a positive visitor experience increases. Positive experiences encourage repeat visits and prompt visitors to share their positive experiences in Brookings with others.
Pre-registration is required. Click here to begin. Location is at Visit Brookings.

South Dakota Art Museum Open Late
2025-12-18 10:00 - 19:00 | South Dakota Art Museum, 1036 Medary Ave, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Step into the magic of the season at our Nordic Yule Market, open October 11 – January 10 at the South Dakota Art Museum Shop! Inspired by traditional Nordic and German holiday markets, this festive shopping experience features:
Handcrafted gifts from Nordic and local artists (46 new venders!)
Special events including live music, sip & shop, and family-friendly activities.
A cozy reading corner for kids.
Meet & greets with your favorite characters.
Free gift wrapping on select days.
Every purchase supports museum exhibitions and programming — thank you for making a difference with your holiday shopping!
Mark your calendars for extra-special dates:
Nov. 20–22: Gifting for Good Holiday Sale (with area cultural institution stores!)
Dec. 4, 5 – 8 pm: Sip & Shop with Nordic band Project Constellation & free gift wrapping.
Open until 7 pm on Thursdays in November and December.
Follow us on social media for updates, sneak peeks, and event details!

Third Thursday
2025-12-18 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Brookings, 400 Main Ave, Brookings, 57006, United States
Head to Downtown Brookings each month for Third Thursday!
Every month, on the third Thursday, businesses will stay open later and offer entertainment, put out some snacks, have a special drink to order, or anything else tying into the monthly theme. Learn more about this month’s theme by visiting DowntownBrookings.com.
While kids are welcome, the event series is targeted for adults. Bring your friends, family or even co-workers out to enjoy Downtown Brookings.

Meet Santa at the Nordic Yule Market
2025-12-18 17:00 - 19:00 | South Dakota Art Museum, 1036 Medary Ave, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Meet Santa at the Nordic Yule Market at the South Dakota Art Museum Shop on Thursday, December 18th from 5 – 7.
Santa is stopping by the Nordic Yule Market! Bring your wish lists and holiday spirit for a family fun evening. Kids (of all ages!) can meet Santa and share their Holiday wishes while exploring unique gifts from Nordic and local artisans. After your visit, have your gifts complimentary wrapped and enjoy samplings of your favorite Nordic treats!

BHS Wrestling vs. Tea Area School District
2025-12-18 18:00 - 20:30 | Brookings High School Auxiliary Gym, 530 Elm Ave, Brookings, SD, 57006
Cheer on the Bobcats as they host Tea.
Girls & Boys Varsity Dualbob

National Dart Association Regional
2025-12-19 09:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-20 09:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-21 09:00 - 21:00 | Dacotah Bank Center, 824 32nd Avenue, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
The National Dart Association Regional Tournament returns to the Dacotah Bank Center this December! Players will compete in singles, doubles, and triples events with double elimination formats and the chance to win team dart entries and qualify for Team Dart 2026.
👉 For more information, qualification details, and hotel accommodations, please visit the National Dart Association website.

Holiday Creations Maker Studio
2025-12-19 13:00 - 17:00 | Children’s Museum of South Dakota, 521 4th Street, Brookings, SD, 57006
Ages 5-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | $40 ($32 members)
Join us for our Afternoon Maker Studio. Children ages 5-12 are welcome to join us in the Maker Studio for an afternoon of fun.
Kick off winter break with an afternoon of festive fun! We’ll craft unique holiday treasures and hand-made ornaments perfect for gifting or keeping. Expect plenty of creativity, cheer, and a merry good time. Snack included.

Winter Farmers Market
2025-12-20 09:00 - 12:00 | Fifth Street Gym, 606 5th Street, Brookings, SD, 57006
The Farmers Market is a year round event!
Join the vendors every first and third Saturday from November through April at the 5th Street Gym.

Winter Floral Arrangements with Hand Tied
2025-12-20 14:30 - 16:00 | Brookings Arts Council, 524 4th Street, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Celebrate the season with a beautiful, handcrafted floral centerpiece!
Join Sheri Vaughn of Hand Tied Floral for a cozy winter workshop where you’ll design an elegant arrangement full of festive blooms and greenery, perfect for your holiday gatherings or as a thoughtful host gift.
All materials are included, and you’ll leave with a finished piece ready to display or share!
$65 Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 2:30 p.m.

Brookings Community Dinner
2025-12-20 16:00 - 20:00 | VFW: George Dokken Post, 520 Main Avenue, Brookings, SD, 57006
Free meal to anyone and everyone of Brookings.
We know this last year has been hard on many in Brookings, from downtown to residents – and we wanted to do something to help.
We wanted to say “thank you” to Brookings for their support over the last year as well as let Brookings know we care. This free meal is provided by donations and will be prepared by Blacked Out Catering.

Bluestem Saturday Cruise
2025-12-20 17:00 - 19:00 | Bluestem Bicycles, 405 Main Ave, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
If you seek a casual bicycle ride centered around having fun, chilling, and seeing different parts of town, this might be the one for you. We pedal from park to park, taking a break at each to chat.
Want to know if we are riding? Call us at 605.692.2453, email us at info@bluestembicycles.com or pop in at our shop at 405 Main Ave.

Third Sunday Breakfast at VFW
2025-12-21 09:30 - 13:00 | VFW: George Dokken Post, 520 Main Avenue, Brookings, SD, 57006
Pancakes, sausage and eggs for $8. Biscuits and gravy, sausage and eggs for $8. Pancakes AND biscuits and gravy, sausage and eggs for $10. Kids under 2 are free. Kids 3-7 years old are $5.
VFW George Dokken Post #2118
520 Main Avenue
Brookings, SD 57006

SDSU Women's Basketball vs. Texas
2025-12-21 14:00 - 17:00 | First Bank & Trust Arena, 1165 Jackrabbit Ave., Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Cheer on the Jackrabbits as they host Texas at the First Bank & Trust Arena.

Christmas Cookie Decorating with Sisters Spice
2025-12-21 14:30 - 16:30 | Brookings Arts Council, 524 4th Street, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Join Rebekah Basset of Sisters Spice and Everything Nice for a merry and delicious holiday cookie decorating class!
Learn to decorate festive cookies inspired by the magic of the season—think snowflakes, ornaments, and joyful holiday cheer. Bring a friend, make it a family outing, or enjoy a cozy creative evening all to yourself. Perfect for beginners and cookie enthusiasts alike.

Santa Visits McCrory Gardens
2025-12-21 17:00 - 20:00, 2025-12-22 17:00 - 20:00 | McCrory Gardens, 631 22nd Ave, Brookings, SD, 57007
Ho! Ho! Ho! Be watching for details on visiting Santa.

SDSU Wrestling vs. Campbell
2025-12-21 18:00 - 21:00 | First Bank & Trust Arena, 1165 Jackrabbit Ave., Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Cheer on the Jacks at First Bank & Trust Arena

Slime & Sculpt Camp
2025-12-22 09:00 - 17:00 | Children’s Museum of South Dakota, 521 4th Street, Brookings, SD, 57006
Ages 6-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | $72 ($57.60 members)
Get ready to mix, mold, squish, and sculpt! This sensory-rich day camp is packed with hands-on fun—think slime, clay, oobleck, play dough, and more. Campers will create take-home masterpieces and explore the science and art behind their favorite squishy materials. A perfect day for curious hands and creative minds! Please bring a sack lunch.

Free Infant Massage Class Series for Moms & Babies Under 2
2025-12-22 10:00 - 11:30 | Brookings Health System
Could you use a no-cost, take-anywhere tool in your parenting tool kit? 🛠
With the winter holiday season coming up, now’s the perfect time to harness the power of nurturing touch, to soothe and reconnect with your baby no matter how unpredictable your family’s schedule gets 🍂❄️
This free infant massage class series will be led by Aysia Platte, MSEd, PMH-C, of Tend, a trained Certified Educator of Infant Massage (CEIM). This opportunity is sponsored by Tumbleweed Counseling, as part of the free weekly Postpartum Wellness Group, held at the Brookings Hospital (300 22nd Ave, Conference Room C) every Monday from 10-11:30 a.m.
The Postpartum Wellness Group is led by licensed mental health clinician Elizabeth “Lizzy” Milton, LPC-MH, PMH-C, of Tumbleweed Counseling, in collaboration with the Brookings Health System and with support from the BIRTH-SD program at SDSU.
Virtual option available. Questions? Call (605) 736-2106 📞

Special Monday Opening
2025-12-22 10:00 - 17:00 | Children’s Museum of South Dakota, 521 4th Street, Brookings, SD, 57006
School may be out, but we are OPEN for a special Monday day of PLAY!

Theater Camp
2025-12-23 09:00 - 17:00 | Children’s Museum of South Dakota, 521 4th Street, Brookings, SD, 57006
Ages 6-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | $72 ($57.60 members)
Lights, camera, action! Step into the spotlight during this one-day theater camp where you help bring a children’s book to life on stage! Campers will work together to create a mini production—designing costumes, building the set, and directing their own scenes. Whether you take on a lead role, join the design team, or help shape the storyline, the stage is yours to explore.
Family and friends are invited to the final performance at 4:30 p.m. Please bring a sack lunch.

Trivia Tuesday
2025-12-23 19:30 - 22:00 | Wooden Legs Brewing Company, 309 5th Street, Ste 100, Brookings, SD, 57006
Trivia Night at Wooden Legs is a time to test your knowledge against your fellow beer lovers! As always, the game is free to play and offers many fun prizes to our star teams of the evening. The game will start at 7:30pm and will wrap up by 10pm.
Table are limited so we suggest getting here early to grab yours! Trivia is 21+.
