Brookings Festivals & Programs

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Festivals & Programs

From McCrory Gardens’ holiday special, Garden Glow, to Hobo Day – the biggest one day event in the Dakotas — there’s always something going on.

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There’s always something going down in Brookings. Here’s a few of the events we love most.

Brooking Area Community Band
Brooking Area Community Band
Enjoy musical Sunday evenings in Pioneer Park.
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Brookings Bonanza
Brookings Bonanza
One of Brookings’ oldest traditions, Brookings Bonanza is an annual event in Downtown Brookings featuring deals, steals, and fun activities for the whole family!
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Brookings Car Show
Brookings Car Show
Where hot rods and muscle cars come to play.
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Brookings Community Theatre
Brookings Community Theatre
See your favorite plays and musicals put on by local theater enthusiasts
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Brookings Farmers Market
Brookings Farmers Market
Fresh garden produce, local coffee and free yoga are just a few highlights at the weekly farmers market.
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Brookings Kite Festival
Brookings Kite Festival
A free community event for all ages at Fishback Soccer Complex.
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Brookings Summer Arts Festival
Brookings Summer Arts Festival
Every summer, more than 175 artists from around the country gather in Pioneer Park.
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Camaro Fun Days
Camaro Fun Days
Camaro owners unite! This event, complete with food vendors and live music, is typically held on the second Saturday in August.
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Downtown at Sundown
Downtown at Sundown
Enjoy live music and good company in downtown Brookings every summer.
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Fear Asylum Haunted House
Fear Asylum Haunted House
It’s not for the faint of heart. This seasonal attraction is South Dakota’s #1 rated haunted house.
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Festival of Lights
Festival of Lights
An annual lights parade through Downtown Brookings.
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Festival of Trees
Festival of Trees
See the Brookings Arts Council dolled up with holiday beauty.
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Frost Fest
Frost Fest
Winter doesn’t have to be boring. Embrace the big chill at a dozen winter events sprinkled throughout town.
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Garden Glow
Garden Glow
300,000 twinkling holiday lights. A contagious joyful energy coursing through the chilly winter air. Garden Glow at McCrory Gardens leaves visitors with memories to last a lifetime.
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Hobo Day
Hobo Day
The biggest party in the Dakotas, Hobo Day is SDSU’s yearly homecoming celebration.
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Let it Glow
Let it Glow
Take a tour of the lighted homes throughout Brookings.
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Prairie Repertory Theatre
Prairie Repertory Theatre
When the weather's too hot to handle, enjoy a cool performance in a cool theatre.
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