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Sunday, July 5, 2026

Jul
5
Brookings Area Community Band
6th Street and First Avenue Brookings
America's 250th Celebration
Community
Entertainment
Live Music
America's 250th Celebration
Community
Entertainment
Live Music

Brookings Area Community Band

The Brookings Area Community Band’s July 5 concert will serve as a signature community celebration aligned with the national USA‑250 commemoration. Drawing on the band’s established tradition of themed summer performances in Pioneer Park, which regularly feature patriotic repertoire, community‑focused activities, and complimentary treats such as watermelon and other snacks, this event will highlight both […]

July 5 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
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Tuesday, July 7, 2026

Jul
7
Anderson Plaza: Summer Performance Series
1036 Medary Ave

Anderson Plaza: Summer Performance Series

Join us at Anderson Plaza behind the South Dakota Art Museum for the music of Paddywhack, bringing lively folk music from Ireland and the British Isles to the outdoor stage. This FREE community gathering begins at 6 p.m., with music from 6:30–8 p.m. Bring a lawn chair or picnic and settle in for an evening […]

July 7 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Tuesday, July 14, 2026

Jul
14
Anderson Plaza: Summer Performance Series
1036 Medary Ave

Anderson Plaza: Summer Performance Series

Join us at Anderson Plaza behind the South Dakota Art Museum for the music of Brass Holes, delivering a unique and playful blend of brass band energy and rock & roll bravado to the outdoor stage. This FREE community gathering begins at 6 p.m., with music from 6:30–8 p.m. Bring a lawn chair or picnic […]

July 14 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Wednesday, July 15, 2026

Jul
15
Summertime Food Trucks & Fun
977 11th Street
Activities
Attractions
Brookings
Community
Entertainment
Events
Family Friendly
Great 8 Passport
Live Music
Places to Eat
SDSU
Activities
Attractions
Brookings
Community
Entertainment
Events
Family Friendly
Great 8 Passport
Live Music
Places to Eat
SDSU

Summertime Food Trucks & Fun

We’re excited to be back for our seventh summer of Summertime Food Trucks & Fun events! On July 15, we’ll be welcoming the Patty Wagon 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 weather, […]

July 15 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
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Sunday, July 19, 2026

Jul
19
Brookings Area Community Band
6th Street and First Avenue Brookings

Brookings Area Community Band

The Brookings Area Community Band, one of the region’s most time-honored summer traditions, has announced its 42nd season. The band is in its twentieth year under the baton of David Reynolds, Director of Performing Arts at SDSU. Reynolds states, “We hope that music lovers of all ages will come and enjoy the entire series. Bring […]

July 19 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
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Tuesday, July 21, 2026

Jul
21
Anderson Plaza: Summer Performance Series
1036 Medary Ave

Anderson Plaza: Summer Performance Series

Join us at Anderson Plaza behind the South Dakota Art Museum for the music of Jarana, bringing energetic, danceable sounds that blend South American styles, Mexican folk traditions, and Latin dance rhythms to the outdoor stage. Featuring influences of flamenco, rumba, and salsa along with authentic traditional instruments, this family-friendly free community gathering begins at […]

July 21 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Tuesday, July 28, 2026

Jul
28
Anderson Plaza: Summer Performance Series
1036 Medary Ave

Anderson Plaza: Summer Performance Series

Join us at Anderson Plaza behind the South Dakota Art Museum for the music of JAS Quintet with Jami Lynn, bringing original jazz compositions and timeless standards from throughout the jazz age to the outdoor stage. This free community gathering begins at 6 p.m., with music from 6:30–8 p.m. Bring a lawn chair or picnic […]

July 28 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Thursday, July 30, 2026

Jul
30
Downtown @ Sundown
400 Main Ave

Downtown @ Sundown

Downtown at Sundown is a 5-week, outdoor music festival organized by the Brookings Regional Growth Alliance offering FREE admission, FREE kids activities, a variety of local food and beverage options, and local retail vendors. Each night kicks off with vendors opening at 5:30 p.m., followed by the headliner band at 6 pm. There are several […]

July 30 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
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Monday, August 3, 2026

Aug
3
Clay Creek Deaf Cowboy Band
320 5th Avenue

Clay Creek Deaf Cowboy Band

Enjoy music, friends and dancing at the Brookings Activities Center!

August 3 @ 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
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