Save the Date! The Willie Mac Basketball Tournament is back! March 28-30, 2025—mark your calendars for a weekend of exciting hoops, fun, and community spirit! All proceeds will support the Boys & Girls Club of Brookings and the Brookings Basketball Association. Your participation helps local youth programs thrive! Check out all the details and register here: https://www.greatfuturessd.org/williemachoops
Join us for the 33rd Annual Wetu Wacipi: They are not forgotten, forever in our hearts. This year our Wacipi will speak on the Every Child Matters movement, and honor children who were forced to attend Indigenous Boarding Schools and their stories. On Saturday, in addition to the Wacipi, we will have a high school […]
The Brookings Figure Skating Club invites everyone to our annual ice show! Mark your calendars and watch for more details! 2 options... pick the one that works best for you, or attend BOTH! You'll always see things the 2nd time that you didn't notice the first time! Saturday, March 29th at 6pm Sunday, March 30th at 2pm
All Ages | Free with paid admission | Family Style | Drop In Spark Studio is designed to ignite creativity and imagination through hands-on exploration, including sensory experiences. Join us in our First Floor Art Studio for a facilitated creative session that encourages young artists to experiment with materials, explore textures, sounds, and colors, and […]
We love to distinguish ourselves from the pack. Just look to a recent trend of turning laptops, water bottles, and notebooks –all ubiquitous surfaces–into a blank canvas for declaring who we are – through stickers! This project combines the ease of peel-and-stick with the tactile fun of fiber art to create uniquely you patches! All […]
Let’s get creative and de-stress with an easy activity! Art Journaling is creating a visual diary by combining collage, words, drawing, painting, photographs, and found objects. Artist Eileen Binkley will help you create mixed- media collages in a journal. Ages 12 and above are welcome. -No writing required. - Repeat attendees encouraged! - If you […]
All Ages | Free with paid admission | Family style With every story, an adventure awaits! Join us on Tuesdays at 10:30 for an interactive Story Time, where tales come to life through engaging activities and creative fun. Perfect for young imaginations, this weekly event invites children to dive into new worlds and exciting experiences […]
Join us for a $5 community meal! We’ve designed these meals as a way to bring the community together to share a simple, healthy, prepared meal for low cost. Invite a friend and dine with us! On the menu: - BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders with Coleslaw - Vegan and gluten free options available Café Coteau […]
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.
Trivia Night at EBC 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 7pm and will wrap up by 9pm. We also ask that you limit your […]
This is the annual Brookings Optimist Jazz Festival which will be held at the Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center on the campus of South Dakota State University. Middle school and high school jazz ensembles from the region attend our festival to perform at get feedback from experienced jazz educators. At noon, the SDSU Jazz Ensemble […]
The 2025 FFA State Convention will be held at the Dacotah Bank Center April 3 - 5. Be sure to check the Visit Brookings website www.visitbrookingssd.com for hotels, restaurants and other things to do before or after the game.
All Ages | Free with paid admission | Family style Spark Studio is designed to ignite creativity and imagination through hands-on exploration, including sensory experiences. Join us in our First Floor Art Studio for a facilitated creative session that encourages young artists to experiment with materials, explore textures, sounds, and colors, and discover the joy […]
Celebrate the past year’s successes and get a sneak peek at our future goals. Enjoy a delicious small plates dinner and dessert experience, featuring dishes from local chefs. Join us at 5:00 p.m. for drinks (1 drink included, cash bar available). Make your way through the room to sample themed entrées and desserts from various restaurants. Don’t […]
Hand-build and design a unique ceramic planter, perfect for your favorite floral friends! NOTE: This is a 2 session class, one for making and one for glazing. The second class will be on April 30th and must be registered for. Ages 14+ All supplies provided
Ages 3-5 | Drop Off Optional | Registration Required | $25 ($20 members) Playful Preschoolers classes offer an opportunity to connect with new friends, explore new interests, and build new skills. Classes are hands-on and child-led. These camps are designed to provide children with a chance to learn through play and inquiry. Play along! Snack […]
0-36 months | Free | Family Style | Registration Required Play Dates is a free experience designed for children ages 0-36 months and their grown-ups to connect, discover, play and explore through hands-on experiences. We invite parents, caregivers, and the little ones in your lives to join us for a special time of play and […]
Ages 5-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | $35 ($28 members) Parents can enjoy a night on the town while the kids stay and play. You never know what kind of fun you’ll find in the Maker Studio after hours! Explore robotics, circuitry, pottery, sculpture, and painting. Play games, read books, or create your adventure. Children will have […]
Spectators and Fans: admission is FREE! Studio Owners and Coaches: Register at www.dancebug.com For more information follow Madison Avenue Dance Studio on Facebook.
The South Dakota Open is back on April 5th, 2025! Join us at Brookings High School for another epic day of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competition. Whether you’re stepping on the mat to test your skills or coming to support your team, this is an event you won’t want to miss. Location: Brookings High School Auxiliary Gym […]
Join us for a youth golf tournament at Tee'd Off Golf Simulators on Saturday April 5 at 10 am Cost $12/playerBring your own clubs sign up here: https://forms.gle/3TkcaooF45srnTDV6
SDSU Women's Softball take on South Dakota at Jackrabbit Softball Stadium
Join the Art Museum for a Watercolor workshop with artist Tim Peterson. Peterson will demonstrate his approach and guide you through your own watercolor painting. Sunday, April 6 from 2pm-5pm. All supplies will be provided. The cost for the workshop is $35.00. Membership Discount applies. Please call the museum at 605-688-5423 for discount code. Reserve […]
Inspired by a true story about a baby that had been thrown from a train in a suitcase, and lived, this is a sweeping tale of love and redemption set against the rich backdrop of the American South in the 1920s and ’40s. With beautiful melodies and powerfully moving characters, the story unfolds as a […]
*Get a jumpstart on your swing for spring! *Practice with coach Sharon and learn how to improve impact on the ball during play *lessons are adapted for all ages and abilities! Cost: $150 + tax Includes: 4 - 30 min sessions of lessons/ practice w/coach Sharon 4 - 30 min practice sessions (on your own)- […]
All Ages | Free with paid admission | Family style With every story, an adventure awaits! Join us on Tuesdays at 10:30 for an interactive Story Time, where tales come to life through engaging activities and creative fun. Perfect for young imaginations, this weekly event invites children to dive into new worlds and exciting experiences […]
Join us for a $5 community meal! We’ve designed these meals as a way to bring the community together to share a simple, healthy, prepared meal for low cost. Invite a friend and dine with us! On the menu: - Grilled Cheese and Tomato Basil Bisque - Gluten free option available Café Coteau is open […]
7:45 AM: Judge Orientation (Campanile Room and Hobo Day Gallery)8:00 AM - Doors Open for Student, Teacher, and Volunteer Registration (Volstorff Ballroom Lobby/Lounge)9:30 AM: All Exhibits in Place - Exhibit Hall Closed (Volstorff A)9:30 AM: Opening and Welcome Session - All Students, Teachers, and Parents are Encouraged to Attend (Volstorff B)10:00 AM: Competition Begins2:00-3:00 PM: […]
SDSU Men's Baseball take on Dakota Wesleyan at Erv Huether Field
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.
The Friends of the Brookings Public Library are hosting their Spring Book Sale on the dates below: Members Only Sale- Wednesday, April 9 from 5:30-7:30pm (Memberships will be sold at the door) Thursday April 10 from 9:30am-7:30pm Friday, April 11 from 9:30am-5pm Saturday, April 12 from 9:30am-5pm Sunday, April 13 from 1-3pm (Bag Sale Day!)
All Ages | Free with paid admission | Family style Spark Studio is designed to ignite creativity and imagination through hands-on exploration, including sensory experiences. Join us in our First Floor Art Studio for a facilitated creative session that encourages young artists to experiment with materials, explore textures, sounds, and colors, and discover the joy […]
*Get a jumpstart on your swing for spring! *Practice with coach Sharon and learn how to improve impact on the ball during play *lessons are adapted for all ages and abilities! Cost: $150 + tax Includes: 4 - 30 min sessions of lessons/ practice w/coach Sharon 4 - 30 min practice sessions (on your own)- […]
Ages 3-5 | Drop Off Optional | Registration Required | $25 ($20 members) Playful Preschoolers classes offer an opportunity to connect with new friends, explore new interests, and build new skills. Classes are hands-on and child-led. These camps are designed to provide children with a chance to learn through play and inquiry. Play along! Snack […]
0-36 months | Free | Family Style | Registration Required Play Dates is a free experience designed for children ages 0-36 months and their grown-ups to connect, discover, play and explore through hands-on experiences. We invite parents, caregivers, and the little ones in your lives to join us for a special time of play and […]
Cheer on the Bobcats as they play against multiple schools at Hillcrest Tennis Courts.
Join us for an Egg Hunt! Candy-filled eggs will be hidden around the Library for children to find. Doors will open at 9:15. The hunt will start promptly at 9:30.
12th AnnualBrookings TaeKwonDo Open ChampionshipGS Mickelson Middle School1801 12th Street S., Brookings, SD 57006Sat. April 12, 2024 ATHLETE AND COACHES REGISTION:https://tournament.brookingstaekwondo.com/detailsor you can Scan the QR Code.
The Friends of the Brookings Public Library are hosting their Spring Book Sale on the dates below: Members Only Sale- Wednesday, April 9 from 5:30-7:30pm (Memberships will be sold at the door) Thursday April 10 from 9:30am-7:30pm Friday, April 11 from 9:30am-5pm Saturday, April 12 from 9:30am-5pm Sunday, April 13 from 1-3pm (Bag Sale Day!)
The Friends of the Brookings Public Library are hosting their Spring Book Sale on the dates below: Members Only Sale- Wednesday, April 9 from 5:30-7:30pm (Memberships will be sold at the door) Thursday April 10 from 9:30am-7:30pm Friday, April 11 from 9:30am-5pm Saturday, April 12 from 9:30am-5pm Sunday, April 13 from 1-3pm (Bag Sale Day!)
Through the development of original choreography, students work with the dance ensemble director to develop work that communicates with intention and purpose. Choreographers are free to imagine how the theme “Be” inspires dance composition and provides opportunity for creativity and intellectual discourse.
Cost for: $100 per player, total of $400 per team includes, bowling and golf simulator fees, food at the bowling alley, cash prizes and donation of proceeds to Brookings Area United Way. 4 person teams play scramble indoor golf 9 holes between April 3 and 24 at Tee'd Off Golf Simulators, choose time on Tee'd […]
Stop by the museum on the second Monday of each month for a Make & Take Monday craft! Each month will bring a new craft for you to stop in, make, and take home to enjoy. The cost is $1 per craft. In April, we are making Egg-cited for Easter Barn Hangers.
McCrory Gardens: 6 p.m.: Egg hunt, crafts, face painting, bunny sack races, bingo games and photo op with Jack the Jackrabbit. It’s going to be an EGGstravaganza! *Egg hunt will take place outside. In case of inclement weather, eggs will be bagged up to be brought home! Event in collaboration with the South Dakota Agricultural […]
Let’s get creative and de-stress with an easy activity! Art Journaling is creating a visual diary by combining collage, words, drawing, painting, photographs, and found objects. Artist Eileen Binkley will help you create mixed- media collages in a journal. Ages 12 and above are welcome. -No writing required. - Repeat attendees encouraged! - If you […]
All Ages | Free with paid admission | Family style With every story, an adventure awaits! Join us on Tuesdays at 10:30 for an interactive Story Time, where tales come to life through engaging activities and creative fun. Perfect for young imaginations, this weekly event invites children to dive into new worlds and exciting experiences […]
Join us for a $5 community meal! We’ve designed these meals as a way to bring the community together to share a simple, healthy, prepared meal for low cost. Invite a friend and dine with us! On the menu: - Spaghetti with Garlic Breadstick - Vegan and gluten free options available Café Coteau is open […]
All Ages | Come-and-Go | Family Style | Museum admission required Make-n-Take Tuesdays offer a rotating lineup of creative activities, perfect for the whole family. Each week, dive into a new hands-on project like clay sculpting, tie-dye, shrink dinks, printmaking, and more. The fee adjusts based on the activity, ensuring a fresh and fun experience […]
Trivia Night at EBC 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 7pm and will wrap up by 9pm. We also ask that you limit your […]
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.
All Ages | Free with paid admission | Family style Spark Studio is designed to ignite creativity and imagination through hands-on exploration, including sensory experiences. Join us in our First Floor Art Studio for a facilitated creative session that encourages young artists to experiment with materials, explore textures, sounds, and colors, and discover the joy […]
The Brookings Farmers Market is officially extended through the winter! Join us at the Brookings Activity Center (320 5th Ave) for all your favorite local goods—fresh produce, handmade crafts, fresh baked goods, and more.Starting November 21st, mark your calendars for the first Saturday (9-12 p.m.) and third Thursday (4-7 p.m.) of each month from November […]
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 […]
Ages 3-5 | Drop Off Optional | Registration Required | $25 ($20 members) Playful Preschoolers classes offer an opportunity to connect with new friends, explore new interests, and build new skills. Classes are hands-on and child-led. These camps are designed to provide children with a chance to learn through play and inquiry. Play along! Snack […]
Ages 8-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | $65 ($52 members) Explore the fascinating world of plants through a variety of hands-on activities. Learn about the bright side of photosynthesis, craft a plant cell model, build a terrarium, and more! It’s sure to be a wonderful “thyme” … get it? Please bring a sack lunch.
0-36 months | Free | Family Style | Registration Required Play Dates is a free experience designed for children ages 0-36 months and their grown-ups to connect, discover, play and explore through hands-on experiences. We invite parents, caregivers, and the little ones in your lives to join us for a special time of play and […]
SDSU Women's Softball take on North Dakota State at Jackrabbit Softball Stadium
If you seek a casual bicycle ride centered around having fun and seeing different parts of town, this might be the one for you. We ride from Bluestem to a park, enjoy a beer, ride to another park, enjoy a beer, etc. We compel nobody to drink, and we appreciate our sober friends. We carry […]
All Ages | Free with paid admission | Family Style | Drop In Spark Studio is designed to ignite creativity and imagination through hands-on exploration, including sensory experiences. Join us in our First Floor Art Studio for a facilitated creative session that encourages young artists to experiment with materials, explore textures, sounds, and colors, and […]
Sesame Street Live! Say Hello – Coming to Brookings! Get ready to sing, dance, and play with Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Cookie Monster, and all your favorite furry friends as Sesame Street Live! Say Hello brings the magic of Sesame Street to life! This brand-new, interactive show takes families on a joyful journey filled with music, dancing, and […]
*Get a jumpstart on your swing for spring! *Practice with coach Sharon and learn how to improve impact on the ball during play *lessons are adapted for all ages and abilities! Cost: $150 + tax Includes: 4 - 30 min sessions of lessons/ practice w/coach Sharon 4 - 30 min practice sessions (on your own)- […]
Back by popular demand, sign up to paint your pet! Artist Erik Ritter will prepare a sketch of your chosen photograph prior to the class, and will then guide you step by step on how to paint it with acrylic paint. All supplies included. One photo per student Pet photos can be emailed to directorbac@swiftel.net. If […]
Join us for a South Dakota Art Museum Guild gathering featuring artist Ramona Wade in a talk entitled, "Wide Eyed Wonder." This is the seventh program in the 2024-25 Guild program series. 9:30 a.m. - Coffee and social time 10 a.m. - Ramona Wade | Wide Eyed Wonder Guild membership is encouraged but not required […]
All Ages | Free with paid admission | Family style With every story, an adventure awaits! Join us on Tuesdays at 10:30 for an interactive Story Time, where tales come to life through engaging activities and creative fun. Perfect for young imaginations, this weekly event invites children to dive into new worlds and exciting experiences […]
SDSU Men's Baseball take on Northwestern (Iowa) at Erv Huether Field
Please join us for Poetry on the Road, a series of two-hour events being held in 19 communities across South Dakota, to help foster the creation and appreciation of poetry. The gatherings are a program of the South Dakota State Poetry Society (SDSPS), with the support of the South Dakota Humanities Council and many local […]
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.
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!
Enroll in the April 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’ […]
All Ages | Free with paid admission | Family style Spark Studio is designed to ignite creativity and imagination through hands-on exploration, including sensory experiences. Join us in our First Floor Art Studio for a facilitated creative session that encourages young artists to experiment with materials, explore textures, sounds, and colors, and discover the joy […]
Enjoy a night out and win great prizes, all while supporting wetlands conservation. Prizes from all the top hunting and fishing brands. Raffles, games, silent auction, plus much more. Doors open at 5:30 PM. Get your tickets at 605ducks.com
Brookings' "Friend of Trees," Kathleen "Kay" Cheever passed away on January 9, 2002. She is honored in this annual event. Kay was a lifelong advocate for the planting, nurturing and appreciation of trees in the Brookings area. She served on the Brookings Arbor Day Committee since its inception; she initiated this event. She inspired us […]
Ages 3-5 | Drop Off Optional | Registration Required | $25 ($20 members) Playful Preschoolers classes offer an opportunity to connect with new friends, explore new interests, and build new skills. Classes are hands-on and child-led. These camps are designed to provide children with a chance to learn through play and inquiry. Play along! Snack […]
0-36 months | Free | Family Style | Registration Required Play Dates is a free experience designed for children ages 0-36 months and their grown-ups to connect, discover, play and explore through hands-on experiences. We invite parents, caregivers, and the little ones in your lives to join us for a special time of play and […]
On Saturday, April 26 from noon – midnight, we will be celebrating EBC’s 7 Year Anniversary! As always, we have a lot planned for this shindig: First 70 people in the door will receive our new 7 Year Anniversary Tall Boy Can Glass for FREE! Prizes will happen every hour! We'll be giving away EBC merch, […]
SDSU Men's Baseball take on North Dakota State at Erv Huether Field
You're Invited!Join us for our Second Annual Pancake Feed featuring Grandma Virginia’s secret pancake recipe, plus eggs to start your day right! We’ll serve breakfast on Sunday, April 27th from 9 AM to 1 PM—with hot coffee and refreshing juice to complete your meal! Don’t forget to tour the Club and see all the exciting things […]
Train like the Summit League Champions in our state of the art indoor facility. Camp will be led by Brock Thompson, SDSU Head Women’s Soccer Coach, and attended by numerous college coaches from across the upper Midwest. April 27th Girls Grades: 9th - 12th and JUCO Players Times: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM & 1:30 PM […]
*Get a jumpstart on your swing for spring! *Practice with coach Sharon and learn how to improve impact on the ball during play *lessons are adapted for all ages and abilities! Cost: $150 + tax Includes: 4 - 30 min sessions of lessons/ practice w/coach Sharon 4 - 30 min practice sessions (on your own)- […]
Join us for the 2025 Brookings Economic Summit that aims to bring business leaders and community members together to discuss the economic landscape of Brookings. This event will feature conversations with local economic development leaders that will discuss the strategies and initiatives driving our local economy. Here's what attendees can expect to learn about: Local […]
All Ages | Free with paid admission | Family style With every story, an adventure awaits! Join us on Tuesdays at 10:30 for an interactive Story Time, where tales come to life through engaging activities and creative fun. Perfect for young imaginations, this weekly event invites children to dive into new worlds and exciting experiences […]
Join us for a $5 community meal! We’ve designed these meals as a way to bring the community together to share a simple, healthy, prepared meal for low cost. Invite a friend and dine with us! On the menu: - Cheese Pizza with Diced Fruit - Gluten free option available Café Coteau is open to […]
The SDSU Alumni Association, along with the Jackrabbit Central, will be hosting a Jacks Gear Drive to benefit Jacks Cupboard! Any donated, gently used Jacks gear can be dropped off from March 3rd through April 25th at either the SDSU Alumni Center or Jackrabbit Central during normal business hours. Jackrabbit Central will give anyone who […]
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.
Trivia Night at EBC 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 7pm and will wrap up by 9pm. We also ask that you limit your […]
All Ages | Free with paid admission | Family style Spark Studio is designed to ignite creativity and imagination through hands-on exploration, including sensory experiences. Join us in our First Floor Art Studio for a facilitated creative session that encourages young artists to experiment with materials, explore textures, sounds, and colors, and discover the joy […]
*Get a jumpstart on your swing for spring! *Practice with coach Sharon and learn how to improve impact on the ball during play *lessons are adapted for all ages and abilities! Cost: $150 + tax Includes: 4 - 30 min sessions of lessons/ practice w/coach Sharon 4 - 30 min practice sessions (on your own)- […]
Free for All: The Public Library tells the story of the quiet revolutionaries who made a simple idea happen. From the pioneering women behind the “Free Library Movement” to today's librarians who service the public despite working in a contentious age of closures and book bans, meet those who created a civic institution where everything is […]
Ages 3-5 | Drop Off Optional | Registration Required | $25 ($20 members) Playful Preschoolers classes offer an opportunity to connect with new friends, explore new interests, and build new skills. Classes are hands-on and child-led. These camps are designed to provide children with a chance to learn through play and inquiry. Play along! Snack […]
0-36 months | Free | Family Style | Registration Required Play Dates is a free experience designed for children ages 0-36 months and their grown-ups to connect, discover, play and explore through hands-on experiences. We invite parents, caregivers, and the little ones in your lives to join us for a special time of play and […]
SDSU Men's Baseball take on Northern Colorado at Erv Huether Field
The summer season of the Brookings Farmers Market is every Saturday from the first week of May through the last week of October. Join us on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on the 300 block of 6th Ave, the street between the Brookings Library and County Courthouse. We are just southeast of the […]
Attend the Aerial Arts Showcase at the Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center.
Fandom Fest is back! This all-ages pop culture celebration will feature events, photo ops, a cosplay contest, and door prizes! Costumes are encouraged, so feel free to come dressed as your favorite character! No registration is required, and you can come and go to any or all of the events as you're interested! SCHEDULE WILL […]
