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Get ready for three days of fun at Mac’s Carnival north of the Dacotah Bank Center building at the Larson Ice Center parking lot! With thrilling rides, exciting games, and classic carnival treats, it’s everything you love about a traditional carnival—right here in Brookings! Enjoy the bright lights of the Ferris wheel, test your skills at the […]
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We’re excited to be back for our seventh summer of Summertime Food Trucks & Fun events! On June 3, we’ll be welcoming the Shorty’s Hot Box food truck and live music from AJ the Band. Seating will be available on the north side of the Ag Heritage museum (behind the museum). In case of inclement […]
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Explore, create, and problem-solve! Campers will spend the day bringing art into the third dimension through clay, cardboard, and found objects. Ages 5-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | Snack Provided | $40 ($32 members)
$32 – $40
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Celebrate a piece of Brookings history! Join us for the grand unveiling of the America’s 250th Community Mural on Thursday, June 4, at 7:00 PM at the VFW George Dokken Post (520 Main Ave). This community mosaic mural is a true community project, featuring over 950 individual tiles hand-painted by Brookings residents. The VFW parking […] 
Join Tend x The Creative Space Studio + Creative Play for sensory fun again this summer! These 60-minute child-adult non-separating playgroups incorporate a variety of art + other materials for invitations to play that can't be resisted! Find it hard to embrace the mess? Let us do the set up + clean up... all you […]
$8
Join Tend x The Creative Space Studio + Creative Play for sensory fun again this summer! These 60-minute child-adult non-separating playgroups incorporate a variety of art + other materials for invitations to play that can't be resisted! Find it hard to embrace the mess? Let us do the set up + clean up... all you […]
$8
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Interested in learning to fish? Come fish with us, and we will teach you how! Ages: Any ages. 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult Fish with us at the BCOAC and learn a great new hobby and maybe even catch a big one! In this class you will: Lean how to use […]
FREE!!!
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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 […] 
Kart Racing at it's finest! We are a family owned and run, 1/5 high bank dirt/clay oval track on the North edge of Brookings near the Community Gardens. Mowers, wing karts, flat karts & stingers. On average we will have 13-16 different classes race! Our racers will range from age 5 up to 70+. We […] |
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Weekly wood-fired pizza nights are every Sunday evening, 4:30-7:30 PM, starting early June – mid Oct. This year, enjoy our farm fresh pizza with family and friends by placing a pre-order! Pre-orders for the upcoming Sundays will be open Tuesdays from 3 pm with the new menu. To place your order visit goodrootsfarm.square.site, order up to 6 pizzas of […] |
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Join us on the second Monday of each month for a Make & Take Monday craft for you to stop in, make, and take home to enjoy. The cost is $1 per craft, and you can visit agmuseum.com or our social media pages to check out the craft each month! In June, we are making […]
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Interested in learning about firearms and shooting but not sure where to start? Join us for our FREE Firearm Basics class! This is an introductory course on firearms and their use. In this class, you will learn: -Different types of firearms and their use. -Different ammunition and which firearms they go with. -How to be […]
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Do you have a young person in your life who is interested in the outdoors and wildlife? Bring them to our free SD animals program! Come join us for an hour of learning and fun as we learn about wildlife in South Dakota! In this class, participants will learn all about the different types of […]
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Using cardboard, tape, and an endless supply of found materials, campers will think big and build even bigger. Creating life-size inventions, structures, and worlds of their own design. Families are invited to a final-day showcase to celebrate the imaginative work of the week. Ages 6-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | Snack Provided | […]
$116 – $145
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Using cardboard, tape, and an endless supply of found materials, campers will think big and build even bigger. Creating life-size inventions, structures, and worlds of their own design. Families are invited to a final-day showcase to celebrate the imaginative work of the week. Ages 6-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | Snack Provided | […]
$116 – $145
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Join Tend x The Creative Space Studio + Creative Play for sensory fun again this summer! These 60-minute child-adult non-separating playgroups incorporate a variety of art + other materials for invitations to play that can't be resisted! Find it hard to embrace the mess? Let us do the set up + clean up... all you […]
$8
Join Tend x The Creative Space Studio + Creative Play for sensory fun again this summer! These 60-minute child-adult non-separating playgroups incorporate a variety of art + other materials for invitations to play that can't be resisted! Find it hard to embrace the mess? Let us do the set up + clean up... all you […]
$8
Using cardboard, tape, and an endless supply of found materials, campers will think big and build even bigger. Creating life-size inventions, structures, and worlds of their own design. Families are invited to a final-day showcase to celebrate the imaginative work of the week. Ages 6-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | Snack Provided | […]
$116 – $145
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Using cardboard, tape, and an endless supply of found materials, campers will think big and build even bigger. Creating life-size inventions, structures, and worlds of their own design. Families are invited to a final-day showcase to celebrate the imaginative work of the week. Ages 6-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | Snack Provided | […]
$116 – $145
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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. Service providers and therapists are welcome to accompany students/clients. Regular admission rates apply. These events include the […]
Regular admission rates apply.
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Join us as we close Porter Williams: Evolution of Black America with an evening reception and panel discussion. Featuring Jonathan Kelley, Zechariah Van Harris III, and Lawrence Diggs, moderated by Letishia Kelley, this conversation will reflect on the artist’s legacy and the continued relevance of his work. The exhibition features sculptures by the late South […] |
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Saturday evening "Drive In" on 4th Street Sunday car show in Pioneer Park See www.brookingscarshow.org for more details!
Free
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 […] |
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Weekly wood-fired pizza nights are every Sunday evening, 4:30-7:30 PM, starting early June – mid Oct. This year, enjoy our farm fresh pizza with family and friends by placing a pre-order! Pre-orders for the upcoming Sundays will be open Tuesdays from 3 pm with the new menu. To place your order visit goodrootsfarm.square.site, order up to 6 pizzas of […] |
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Play a little extra this summer! The Museum and Cafe will be open on 3 special Mondays: - June 15 - July 20 - August 17 |
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Use hot glue and let your imagination run wild! Campers will design and build creative projects using hot glue as their primary tool, exploring texture, structure, and form. Ages 5-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | Snack Provided | $40 ($32 members)
$32 – $40
This is a great opportunity for anyone to learn basic firearm safety and have a blast shooting BB guns! This course is for those interested in learning how to shoot BB guns and/or are interested in learning more about shooting. In this course, you will learn: -How to safely operate a bb gun -Marksmanship techniques […]
FREE!!!
Interested in learning about firearms and shooting but not sure where to start? Join us for our FREE Firearm Basics class! This is an introductory course on firearms and their use. In this class, you will learn: -Different types of firearms and their use. -Different ammunition and which firearms they go with. -How to be […]
FREE!!!
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We’re excited to be back for our seventh summer of Summertime Food Trucks & Fun events! On June 17, we’ll be welcoming the Patty Wagon food truck. Seating will be available on the north side of the museum (behind the museum). In case of inclement weather, check our social media channels for plans to move […] |
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Join Tend x The Creative Space Studio + Creative Play for sensory fun again this summer! These 60-minute child-adult non-separating playgroups incorporate a variety of art + other materials for invitations to play that can't be resisted! Find it hard to embrace the mess? Let us do the set up + clean up... all you […]
$8
Join Tend x The Creative Space Studio + Creative Play for sensory fun again this summer! These 60-minute child-adult non-separating playgroups incorporate a variety of art + other materials for invitations to play that can't be resisted! Find it hard to embrace the mess? Let us do the set up + clean up... all you […]
$8
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Kart Racing at it's finest! We are a family owned and run, 1/5 high bank dirt/clay oval track on the North edge of Brookings near the Community Gardens. Mowers, wing karts, flat karts & stingers. On average we will have 13-16 different classes race! Our racers will range from age 5 up to 70+. We […]
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The Brookings Human Rights Commission will sponsor the Seventh Annual Brookings Juneteenth Celebration on June 19th, 2026, at Pioneer Park in Brookings from 5:30PM to 8pm. The annual event commemorates the important U.S. milestone of the emancipation of enslaved Black people from slavery, which occurred on June 19, 1865. All community members— inclusive of race, […]
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Join us for a buzz-worthy morning of fun at Pollinator Day during the Brookings Farmers Market! 🐝🌸 This free, family-friendly event celebrates the vital role of pollinators through fun, educational, and interactive activities for all ages, in addition to the regular market shopping opportunity. Saturday, June 20th 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. 300 block of […]
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Let's go fly a kite! Fly your own, buy your own or just enjoy the giant show kites from flyers across the region. Food trucks, kids games, and FREE outdoor fun for everyone! 📅 Saturday & Sunday, June 20 & 21 🪁 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. (both days) + Sat. 8:30 p.m. lighted kite […]
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The Longest Day 10K is one of only a few 10Ks offered in the area. It starts and ends at Fishback Soccer Complex with a scenic route through Brookings Nature Park. You'll be done running in time to grab some snacks and enjoy the Kite Festival. Race Divisions: 10K: Open division Relay: Open Division Online […] |
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Let's go fly a kite! Fly your own, buy your own or just enjoy the giant show kites from flyers across the region. Food trucks, kids games, and FREE outdoor fun for everyone! 📅 Saturday & Sunday, June 20 & 21 🪁 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. (both days) + Sat. 8:30 p.m. lighted kite […] 
Our historic 100-year-old barn deserves a proper birthday bash - and it's the first day of summer! Saturday Schedule: 4-6pm: Adult Crafts & Activities: Learn to mosaic, personalized painting, and Leopold bench construction. Kids' Fun: Nature activities, meet the goats, old-fashioned games. 6pm: Pulled-Pork Supper (Adults: $5) 7pm: Storytelling for all ages 7:45-11pm: DJ dancing […] |
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Through hands-on activities, live animal encounters, creative projects, and fun experiments, campers will gain a deeper understanding of the animal kingdom and the incredible diversity of life on our planet! Ages 6-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | Snack Provided | $145 ($116 members) **Tuesday, June 23-Friday, June 26, 1-5 pm
$116 – $145
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FREE admission for EVERYONE! Each visit will offer new views, spring blooms, summer color and fall beauty. Bring a friend or come on your own! 4th Wednesday of each month (May-October) 10 a.m.-7 p.m. *Last admission: 6:30 p.m.
Through hands-on activities, live animal encounters, creative projects, and fun experiments, campers will gain a deeper understanding of the animal kingdom and the incredible diversity of life on our planet! Ages 6-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | Snack Provided | $145 ($116 members) **Tuesday, June 23-Friday, June 26, 1-5 pm
$116 – $145
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Join Tend x The Creative Space Studio + Creative Play for sensory fun again this summer! These 60-minute child-adult non-separating playgroups incorporate a variety of art + other materials for invitations to play that can't be resisted! Find it hard to embrace the mess? Let us do the set up + clean up... all you […]
$8
Join Tend x The Creative Space Studio + Creative Play for sensory fun again this summer! These 60-minute child-adult non-separating playgroups incorporate a variety of art + other materials for invitations to play that can't be resisted! Find it hard to embrace the mess? Let us do the set up + clean up... all you […]
$8
Through hands-on activities, live animal encounters, creative projects, and fun experiments, campers will gain a deeper understanding of the animal kingdom and the incredible diversity of life on our planet! Ages 6-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | Snack Provided | $145 ($116 members) **Tuesday, June 23-Friday, June 26, 1-5 pm
$116 – $145
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Through hands-on activities, live animal encounters, creative projects, and fun experiments, campers will gain a deeper understanding of the animal kingdom and the incredible diversity of life on our planet! Ages 6-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | Snack Provided | $145 ($116 members) **Tuesday, June 23-Friday, June 26, 1-5 pm
$116 – $145
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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. Location change to 400 4th Street. Products available at the market vary on the season. Area producers sell a variety of fruits, […] 
Support local and celebrate Brookings on June 27th in Downtown at our Brookings Bonanza! Enjoy sales and specials from a variety of businesses, in addition to the farmer’s market, food trucks, mobile boutiques, artisans, activities for kids, musicians, and more! End the evening by grooving at the annual Brookings Fire Department Street Dance. Doors open […]
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Join us in our annual celebration at Pioneer Park in Brookings! There will be food and goods vendors, speakers, and music.
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Weekly wood-fired pizza nights are every Sunday evening, 4:30-7:30 PM, starting early June – mid Oct. This year, enjoy our farm fresh pizza with family and friends by placing a pre-order! Pre-orders for the upcoming Sundays will be open Tuesdays from 3 pm with the new menu. To place your order visit goodrootsfarm.square.site, order up to 6 pizzas of […] |
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We’re excited to be back for our seventh summer of Summertime Food Trucks & Fun events! On July 1, we’ll be welcoming the Shorty’s Hot Box food truck and live music from AJ the Band. Seating will be available on the north side of the Ag Heritage museum (behind the museum). In case of inclement […]
Interested in learning to fish? Come fish with us, and we will teach you how! Ages: Any ages. 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult Fish with us at the BCOAC and learn a great new hobby and maybe even catch a big one! In this class you will: Lean how to use […]
FREE!!!
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1 event,
Kart Racing at it's finest! We are a family owned and run, 1/5 high bank dirt/clay oval track on the North edge of Brookings near the Community Gardens. Mowers, wing karts, flat karts & stingers. On average we will have 13-16 different classes race! Our racers will range from age 5 up to 70+. We […] |
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Thanks to Brookings Radio News and Brookings Fire Department for coordinating this annual community celebration! The parade kicks off at 11am. The parade route is east on 3rd St to Medary. North on Medary to 6th St., west on 6th to Main Avenue and south on Main to 3rd St.
Kart Racing at it's finest! We are a family owned and run, 1/5 high bank dirt/clay oval track on the North edge of Brookings near the Community Gardens. Mowers, wing karts, flat karts & stingers. On average we will have 13-16 different classes race! Our racers will range from age 5 up to 70+. We […] 
It’s Back! Mark your calendar for July 4, as the city of Brookings brings back the beloved Uncle Sam Jam festival! This FREE festival allows you to enjoy and celebrate Independence Day with family, friends, and the entire community. ADMISSION FREE and open to the public! SCHEDULE: 6–10PM | Free Activities + Live Music ~10PM […]
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