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Goats, Gardens and Grapes: Charming Wedding Venues Near Brookings

Brookings is home to a variety of centrally located, unique wedding venues. From a romantic vineyard to a community-oriented farm and garden to timeless manicured landscapes, these venues are every […]

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Best Places to Picnic

With over 15 city parks, Brookings has many outdoor spaces that are great for a picnic. Grab your family, pack your basket, lay out your largest blanket and the let […]

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3 People You Should Know

Brookings beams with pride for not only the amenities we have, but also the people which make them great. This series “Three People You Should Know,” is to promote the great employees throughout the hospitality industry in Brookings.

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Can’t Miss Events

One of a kind is something Brookings does well. We have community events spanning multiple interests and all seasons, from the Brookings Marathon at the beginning of summer to Garden […]

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Santa Sightings

Find out where to find Santa all month long!

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The Pride of the Dakotas and the Big Apple

South Dakota State University’s most popular marching band will appear in this year’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. The Pride of the Dakota’s was chosen as one of nine bands to […]

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A Walk with SD’s Poets Laureate

Brookings is well known for its vibrant downtown. A new artistic element captures the literary work of some notable South Dakotans and encourages visitors to envision our area in an […]

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Bone-chilling Brookings Experience

Escape reality and step onto the set of your own personal horror movie at the Fear Asylum, South Dakota’s number one haunted attraction.

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4 Short Stories About SDSU

Welcome to the Jackrabbit family! Learn some things about your new home with these four short stories. You can also find them featured in this year’s edition of our Visitors […]

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Going the Extra Mile

Welcome to Brookings. You’ll find so many things to enjoy. Our amenities don’t stop at our unique museums and great events! Even our transportation options offer just a little more. Read on to find our picks of places to fill your tank… and we’re not just talking about your car.

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