Join the Brookings Public Library as we explore the amazing worlds of Science. Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics with hands-on experiments for the whole family.
Want to meet others who golf? This is your chance! Everyone is welcome regardless if you are a beginner or advanced player. $20 per player for this event. Learn more here.
Cheer on the Brookings Rangers at the Bantam A & B Hockey Tournament!
During the month of December, museum members receive an extra 10% off at the museum store! Members can also shop online at agmuseumstore.com using the code MEMBER10 at checkout. All museum store profits support education and exhibition projects, so you can support the museum mission and cross people off your gift list at the same […]
Bring the family and dress in your holiday best, pets welcome! Complimentary pictures will be taken and posted on the Dakota Insurance Facebook page Monday, December 4th. A free will donation will be collected for the Brookings County Salvation Army, as well as pet supplies for the Brookings Regional Humane Society. Meet Santa, enjoy some […]
Get your play in before heading to the 2023 Downtown Brookings Festival of Lights Parade. Play along with us in the museum exhibits! Also, be sure to stop in the Art Studio to write a letter to Santa. Drop it in our mailbox and we will get it to the North Pole in time for […]
He's a mean one and he is coming to visit Brookings! Meet and take pictures with the Grinch at Little Rascals Consignment. Learn more by visiting their Facebook page.
We are excited and looking forward to the most wonderful time of the year! Stroll through a wonderland of lights, images and scenes of the holidays. Save the dates for Garden Glow: December 2, 2023-January 6, 2024 5-9 p.m. nightly. Last admission at 8:30 p.m. (except 12/24, 12/25, and 1/1) Admission rates apply, advance purchase […]
Join the Brookings Curling Club on the ice and Learn 2 Curl and followed up by Broomstacking at Wooden Legs Brewing Company. Join BCC for a Learn 2 Curl! Your ticket price will cover an hour and a half of instruction and play time as you learn the sport of curling. At the conclusion of […]
Visit Santa at McCrory Gardens! VIsit McCrory Gardens' website for more information on each visit.
Come visit Santa at our Brookings Branch from 5-7 pm on Monday, December 4th. Be your own photographer and take a free photo with Santa. We will also have free cookie decorating and hot chocolate. Get in the Christmas spirit with this family friendly event. Everyone is welcome!
Now that Thanksgiving is over… let’s get festive for Christmas! Join Eileen Binkley and learn to create a cheerful and customizable watercolor tree full of your favorite woodland critters! No experience necessary, perfect for beginners as well anyone who wants to brush up on their painting foundations All supplies included, but feel free to bring […]
We'll have crafts, a hot cocoa bar, and yoga! Wear your coziest clothes, bring a blanket for the meditation session, if you like, and get ready to relax! Please RSVP at bit.ly/bplselfcare if you plan on attending!
Café Coteau (at the Children’s Museum of South Dakota) has 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!
Our Jingle & Mingle holiday shopping event offers a personalized shopping experience complete with free gift wrapping. Let the play experts at Play Central Toys & Books help you find that unique, creative, educational gift for the child in your life. Our personal shoppers will be on hand to help you find the perfect gifts. […]
Join us for special member hours! The Museum exhibits will be open for play for our members until 7 pm. Play Central Toys & Books will be offering a 20% discount on member purchases made that night. Play along! Please note: The Café will not be open during First Thursday until further notice.
He's a mean one and he is coming to visit Brookings! Meet and take pictures with the Grinch at Little Rascals Consignment. Learn more by visiting their Facebook page.
Join us for a low-sensory playtime that offers a calm, less crowded opportunity for exploration in our Museum’s exhibits. This event is specially designed for children, adults, and families who will benefit from expanded accessibility and sensory accommodations. Special Guests: Move U, an organization focused on child well-being and growth development through pediatric occupational therapy, […]
It's time for another FREE community art day! Join the South Dakota Art Museum and the Brookings Arts Council in welcoming artist and educator Hannah Grapevine in our final community art day of 2023. This time we'll be learning to paint customizable snowmen on wooden ornament rounds. Get creative with us during this 'art break'! […]
Join us at the museum to kick off your holiday season! Kids are welcome to stop by the museum and create a holiday tree or snowflake suncatcher to take home for themselves or give as a gift. Decorating will be held during the Holiday Market at the Museum (Dec. 9 from 9 AM – 1 […]
Join us for a festive morning of fun and giving at the Brookings Cinema 8! Get ready to celebrate the holiday season with your family while supporting a great cause - the Brookings Area United Way. This in-person event promises to be a jolly good time for everyone including Santa, Face Painting, Crafts and a FREE showing of the […]
Visit Santa at McCrory Gardens! VIsit McCrory Gardens' website for more information on each visit.
Santa is making his way around Brookings! Meet Santa at the Brookings Arts Council on December 10 from 1:30-3:30 pm.
Santa and Mrs. Claus are headed to Mills Property Management this December. Meet the Clauses and get your photo taken. Learn more here.
Santa is visiting the Children's Museum of South Dakota! Grab your camera and come visit Santa and Mrs. Claus in Café Coteau. The Museum will be open for play until 7 pm as well! Please note: The Santa visit is at no cost, but admission or membership is required to play in the exhibits. Play […]
Our ever popular crowd favorite class from Erik Ritter is back! Upload one image of your chosen animal to paint to this Google Drive folder after registering, and Erik will pre-sketch them out for you on a canvas! Please rename your image file to your name so we can make sure we have everyone’s photos […]
Come support the Brookings High School Band as they perform their winter concert!
During the month of December, museum members receive an extra 10% off at the museum store! Members can also shop online at agmuseumstore.com using the code MEMBER10 at checkout. All museum store profits support education and exhibition projects, so you can support the museum mission and cross people off your gift list at the same […]
Join the Brookings County Outdoor Adventure Center and the SDSU Extension - Brookings County 4-H on December 15 from 4 -7pm for their holiday event!
Mark your calendars for December 15 & 16 because you won't want to miss the most exciting holiday event of the season. Join us at Merry Marketplace, where you'll discover an enchanting world of gifts, delectable foods, refreshing drinks, and so much more! It's the ultimate holiday shopping experience under one roof. For a complete […]
Calling all little elves! Join us for this jolly Holiday Delivery Truck build that’s also a gift card holder! Kids will love hand-crafting this unique toy that also makes a memorable gift.
Mark your calendars for December 15 & 16 because you won't want to miss the most exciting holiday event of the season. Join us at Merry Marketplace, where you'll discover an enchanting world of gifts, delectable foods, refreshing drinks, and so much more! It's the ultimate holiday shopping experience under one roof. For a complete […]
He's a mean one and he is coming to visit Brookings! Meet and take pictures with the Grinch at Little Rascals Consignment. Learn more by visiting their Facebook page.
Be sure to bring your holiday wish list because Santa will be visiting the Museum during this Sensory Friendly Play! Join us for a low-sensory playtime that offers a calm, less crowded opportunity for exploration in our Museum’s exhibits. This event is specially designed for children, adults, and families who will benefit from expanded accessibility […]
Northwestern Mutual, FCS Nation, Cubby's and SDSU Football players are teaming up for an event benefiting Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation and childhood cancer reaserch! Over the last few months, the players have been competing in a national competition to raise the most money for ALSF. To support the mission, Cubby's has already brought back their […]
Visit Santa at McCrory Gardens! VIsit McCrory Gardens' website for more information on each visit.
Visit Santa at McCrory Gardens! VIsit McCrory Gardens' website for more information on each visit.
Bring a plate of cookies and your recipe to share with the crowd of taste testers. Official librarian judges will announce the "Best Cookie in Brookings" at the end of the night. Registration is required for contestants. Call the Library, send a Facebook message to the Library's page, or email mneubauer@cityofbrookings-sd.gov to register starting December […]
Café Coteau (at the Children’s Museum of South Dakota) has 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!
-Morning Session- Ages 6-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | $28 ($22.40 members) In this seasonal offering, we will be making holiday creations and one-of-a-kind ornaments. Guaranteed to be a jolly time! Snack included.
-Afternoon Session- Ages 6-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | $28 ($22.40 members) In this seasonal offering, we will be making holiday creations and one-of-a-kind ornaments. Guaranteed to be a jolly time! Snack included.
Ages 8-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | Bring a Sack Lunch | $52 ($41.60 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 […]
Ages 6-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | Bring a Sack Lunch | $52 ($41.60 members) Lights, camera, action! Be part of a grand, one-day production leading to a final performance with an audience. Take on a lead character role, design costumes, build props, or become a director! The choice (and stage) is yours!
Ages 8-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | Bring a Sack Lunch | $52 ($41.60 members) Take on the role of a NASA aerospace engineer, and work within a team to help design a space station best suited for human life on the moon.
Ages 6-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | Bring a Sack Lunch | $52 ($41.60 members) Join us for a full day of self–expression and creativity, as we celebrate all the wonderful things that make you unique. How do you want to express yourself- sculpture, collage, music, poetry? You decide, because this day is […]
Cheer on the Brookings Rangers at the Squirt A & B Hockey Tournament!
Ages 6-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | $52 ($41.60 members) Dip into the new year as we spend the morning creating yummy snacks and appetizers. In the afternoon we will create party hats and noise makers, and learn about New Year’s celebrations around the world!
Calling all Swifties! Join us over winter break for a Taylor Swift themed Eras Dance Party! Come dressed as your favorite 'Taylor Swift Era' and enjoy a few hours of dancing to our favorite Tswift songs, hair-tinsel, bracelet-making, and pizza (bring your own beverage, please)! We'll even take your picture on our Polaroid so you […]
During the month of December, museum members receive an extra 10% off at the museum store! Members can also shop online at agmuseumstore.com using the code MEMBER10 at checkout. All museum store profits support education and exhibition projects, so you can support the museum mission and cross people off your gift list at the same […]
You don’t have to stay up late to celebrate the New Year! Celebrate Noon Year’s Eve at the Children’s Museum of South Dakota. Enjoy all of the museum exhibits from noon to 5 pm. Play along in the Art Studio with New Year’s themed activities such as noise makers and party hats Take a photo […]
Be part of the history of Jack 15. For 61 years, runners have been making an annual trek from White, S.D., to Brookings, S.D., making it the oldest road race in the Midwest. The 62nd running of the 15.2-mile course from Hooker and Main in White to the Campanile in Brookings via county roads is Sept. 21. […]
Join us for special member hours! The Museum exhibits will be open for play for our members until 7 pm. Play Central Toys & Books will be offering a 20% discount on member purchases made that night. Play along! Café Coteau will be open until 6:30 pm, too! Play along!
Your last night to stroll through a wonderland of lights, images and scenes of the holidays. Admission rates apply, advance purchase of tickets required.
Enjoy a PAWS-itively perfect stroll through Garden Glow! You are sure to have a tail-wagging good time *Pay for dog on-site *Please provide your own dog waste bags Doggy admission $1 - pay at McCrory Gardens Owner's ticket: $10 each - advance tickets required
