This June the City of Brookings Parks and Recreation Department will host the 2nd Annual Brookings Community Games. The focus of the event is to introduce people to a multitude of recreational activities and facilities. It promote the importance and satisfaction of living a healthy lifestyle, offers friendly competition, and provides the opportunity to meet […]
Are you a South Dakota high school student interested in learning more about engineering and transportation? Would you like to learn on the beautiful South Dakota State University campus through interactive, fun, and hands-on activities? Do you want to explore opportunities in the transportation sector and consider it as a career? Then, the South Dakota […]
Our weekly wood-fired pizza nights are every Sunday evening, June 12 - October 12! (subject to weather change- watch FB) Ordering of farm-fresh pizza will take place from 4:30-7:30. Due to popular demand, starting July 10th you will need to pre-order your Pizza on Facebook. On the night of, we welcome you to enjoy the […]
Join Brookings Area Community Band in Pioneer Park for their show, "Broadway Comes to Brookings!" There's no need to travel to New York when the band will bring highlights from your favorite musicals to you! Just bring your own lawn chair and snacks.
Does your camper love bugs? How about snakes and salamanders? Come with us and discover all things that creep and crawl. Ages 5-7 Early bird pricing $27 + Tax ends May 20th.
What inspires your child’s artistic side? Children will discover their muse and explore different ways of representing their inspiration. Will you be a fiber and textile artist, sculptor, painter, collage artist, or mixed media? Hint – you can be more than one! Please bring a sack lunch. register now
Preschool camps offer a great opportunity to make new friends, learn new skills, and have fun adventures. With our hands-on approach to learning, remember to dress for a mess! register now
Join the library every Wednesday in the summer for a fun session with your kids. This week’s special event is a Transportation Fair. Meet on Kidoodle Way in front of the Children's Museum from 9 - 11 a.m.
We’re excited to be back for our fourth summer of Summertime Food Trucks & Fun events! On June 29, enjoy food from the Midwest Fresh Catering food truck and live music from Kyle Knutson. Seating will be available on the north side of the museum (behind the museum). In case of inclement weather, check our […]
Curious about exploring many areas of science? Join us for a day of experimenting with Physics, Chemistry, Earth Science, and Astronomy. Please bring a sack lunch.
Create your own one-of-a-kind clay masterpiece. Children will learn the technique of working with clay from an experienced facilitator and will take home their project as a memento. Glazing opportunities will be available.
Join us in celebrating the 4th of July holiday with a bike parade at Oakwood Lakes State Park! Participants will be able to decorate their bikes in red, white and blue before the parade.
Join Brookings Area Community Band at Pioneer Park for "A Star-Spangled Spectacular." This traditional patriotic spectacular includes generous portions of Sousa marches and a tribute to veterans! Bring your own lawn chair and snacks.
Celebrate July 4th with friends and family at the annual Brookings Independence Day Parade. Enjoy the beautiful weather as numerous decorated floats cruise through downtown Brookings handing out candy to kids young and old. The parade begins promptly at 11 AM.
Enjoy the day with the whole community at the FREE Uncle Sam Jam 4th of July Celebration at the Swiftel Center! Enjoy activities for all ages including inflatable games, a character meet & greet, crafts, and more! Stick around for late night music from The Rude Band and the big fireworks finale. Admission is FREE […]
Join Brookings Public Library in the Cooper Room for an afternoon teen movie! This month, we will be watching Ghostbusters: Afterlife. Snacks and drinks are provided. Teen coloring is also available, if you would like to participate during the movie! No registration required. Open to all teens entering grades 6-12.
In this hands-on class participants will make their own take home play-kit while meeting new friends. This play date inspired class has time to explore different ways your kit can be played with at home.
Join us at Kool Beans for Coffee with Vets every Third Wednesday at 11am, where we'll discuss programs and topics of interest to the Veteran community. Free coffee, camaraderie and guest speakers.
Want to tinker? Be part of a team working its way through science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) challenges. Feeling creative? Explore art through a variety of tools and mediums. Every STEAM camp holds a new adventure! Please bring a sack lunch.
Sand art is a creative way to make your drawings pop with vivid colors and texture. Children will learn new techniques from an experienced facilitator and take home their project as a memento.
Prairie Repertory Theatre's last show! Footloose is the story of Ren McCormack, a teenage boy from Chicago. He and his mother move to the small town of Bomont after his father abandons them. Upon arriving, Ren finds himself at odds with most of the town, including the Reverend Bomont. The Reverend has convinced the town […]
Beautiful Pioneer Park in Brookings, South Dakota is home to South Dakota’s premier juried art festival. Over 200 artists from across the nation, representing 15 disciplines of art, grace Pioneer Park with original skilled and handcrafted works of art. Thirty eight gourmet and ethnic food booths satisfy every appetite. The Edibles and Naturals area has […]
This race offers a fast, shaded, USATF certified course that starts and finishes near downtown at the Brookings County Courthouse, snakes through downtown and residential Brookings, including passes near Pioneer Park, the children’s museum, and through Hillcrest Park. The course is well marked with very light traffic. Entry fee includes a t-shirt, entry for door prizes, […]
Head to the Brookings Municipal Airport for a fun-filled morning of pancakes and airplanes! Breakfast is free-will donation and plane rides are $25. Open to people of all ages! All proceeds will help support the Flying Jacks and Women in Aviation clubs at SDSU. Check out South Dakota State University Aviation Program or SDSU Flying […]
Prairie Repertory Theatre's last show! Footloose is the story of Ren McCormack, a teenage boy from Chicago. He and his mother move to the small town of Bomont after his father abandons them. Upon arriving, Ren finds himself at odds with most of the town, including the Reverend Bomont. The Reverend has convinced the town […]
Our weekly wood-fired pizza nights are every Sunday evening, June 12 - October 12! (subject to weather change- watch FB) Ordering of farm-fresh pizza will take place from 4:30-7:30. Due to popular demand, starting July 10th you will need to pre-order your Pizza on Facebook. On the night of, we welcome you to enjoy the […]
Class includes learning about the equipment and its uses, dock launches, maneuvers, posture, using single kayaks, boating courtesy, safety issues along with free time on the ponds to do some kayaking on your own. No Paddling experience is required, beginners are welcome! Life jackets and basic equipment are provided. Early bird pricing: $20 + tax, […]
Join us for a low-sensory playtime that offers a calm, less crowded opportunity for exploration in our Museum’s exhibits. We invite all families with children experiencing disabilities to this private playtime. Regular admission rates apply. This event includes the following adaptations: Less crowded environment Designated quiet rooms Adaptive equipment Adaptive art tools Service animals welcome Café […]
Do you know a 5-11 year old looking for an adventure this summer? Have them join the Prairie Learning Academy and Good Roots Farm and Gardens for a nature-based mini-camp this summer! Camp 2, "Farm-to-Table Journey," will focus on: Planting, stewardship, and harvesting plants for food and other uses. Foraging, preserving, and eating seasonally. Tending […]
Put your skills to a test on an investigative hike with the Nature Park Staff! Discover cool things in the park! Look for wildlife and their tracks, fish for bugs in the water with dip nets, search for prairie plants and so much more! Wear walking/hiking shoes or boots if your child would like to […]
Do you like to solve problems? Do you enjoy building structures and machines? In this hands-on camp children will experience fun and interactive activities explore different aspects of engineering. Please bring a sack lunch.
Looking to improve your volleyball skills? Check out a Jackrabbit Volleyball Camp! The Skills Camp offers an extensive camp experience to a wide range of ages and skill levels. Designed for the beginner to intermediate camper, this camp will include drills, training, and competition that will provide a challenging yet fun camp experience. This camp […]
Preschool camps offer a great opportunity to make new friends, learn new skills, and have fun adventures. With our hands-on approach to learning, remember to dress for a mess!
Do you know a 5-11 year old looking for an adventure this summer? Have them join the Prairie Learning Academy and Good Roots Farm and Gardens for a nature-based mini-camp this summer! Camp 2, "Farm-to-Table Journey," will focus on: Planting, stewardship, and harvesting plants for food and other uses. Foraging, preserving, and eating seasonally. Tending […]
We’re excited to be back for our fourth summer of Summertime Food Trucks & Fun events! On June 15, enjoy food from the Midwest Fresh Catering food truck and live music from Kyle Knutson. Seating will be available on the north side of the museum (behind the museum). In case of inclement weather, check our […]
From character building to storytelling there are many ways to explore the world of theater. Children will dabble in the theatrics of stop motion, puppetry, improve and more in this delightfully interactive camp. Please bring a sack lunch.
Do you know a 5-11 year old looking for an adventure this summer? Have them join the Prairie Learning Academy and Good Roots Farm and Gardens for a nature-based mini-camp this summer! Camp 2, "Farm-to-Table Journey," will focus on: Planting, stewardship, and harvesting plants for food and other uses. Foraging, preserving, and eating seasonally. Tending […]
July 15-17, 2022 Brookings, SD Ages: U9-U19 Registration Link Registration Closes on July 1st, 2022 $400 - U9 & U10 $550 - U11-U19 For general lodging questions: Brookings Convention & Visitor's Bureau at (605)692-6125 or http://visitbrookingssd.com/places-to-stay/hotels
**This event is sold out, but feel free to join us on the course for the 2:30pm mixer for free food, drink, and purchase raffle tickets for some great prizes!** Join us for our 10th Annual Par-Tee Chamber Challenge Golf Tournament! Take this opportunity to network with over 140 Chamber members as well as our […]
Design! Bead! Weave! Make your own key chain beadie buddy. Children will learn new techniques from an experienced facilitator and take home their project as a memento.
Jason Nelson from SD Game, Fish, and Parks will visit the Library to cover the basics of hunting! This comprehensive class is an introduction to hunting and bow hunting in South Dakota. We will cover gear, game, and what is needed to know to be successful. A few of the topics discussed will be wind, […]
Looking to improve your volleyball skills? Check out a Jackrabbit Volleyball Camp! The Elite Camp offers the most competitive and advanced camp experience at SDSU. Designed for the intermediate to advanced camper, this camp will include training, education, and competition of the highest level. This camp will include training for all skills while progressing to […]
Check out the University Plains Speedway Facebook page to keep up to date with the most recent information. Kart Racing at its Finest! For nearly 40 years, University Plains Speedway has been dishing up “The fastest kart racing in the upper Midwest”. The South Dakota Kart Club has maintained this distinction plus added the topping […]
Our weekly wood-fired pizza nights are every Sunday evening, June 12 - October 12! (subject to weather change- watch FB) Ordering of farm-fresh pizza will take place from 4:30-7:30. Due to popular demand, starting July 10th you will need to pre-order your Pizza on Facebook. On the night of, we welcome you to enjoy the […]
Join Brookings Area Community Band at Pioneer Park for their final show of the season, "Jukebox Jamboree!" The season finale features classic pop hits from the 50's and 60's. Bring your own lawn chair and snacks!
Know a young girl interested in developing her basketball skills? Check out the SDSU Little Hoopers Camp! This camp is designed to introduce young players to the fundamentals of basketball and teamwork, while providing an opportunity to work closely with current players and coaches. Girls Entering Grades: K-3rd Location: Frost Arena Time: 9am-12pm Cost: $60/per […]
Join the Brookings Arts Council and artist Sheri Vaughn from Hand Tied to make a beautiful summer arrangement. All supplies included in the cost of the class. Date: June 18th Time: 7:00-8:15
Search for treasures while taking adventure hikes, geocaching, scavenger hunts & park exploration. On your own, you will be able to explore all the different treasures that are hidden throughout the Nature Park! Ages 6-9
Mixed Media camp allows children to work with a bit of everything as they explore taking mediums from different artistic areas and combining them together. Please bring a sack lunch.
Know a young girl interested in developing her basketball skills? Check out the SDSU Little Hoopers Camp! This camp is designed to introduce young players to the fundamentals of basketball and teamwork, while providing an opportunity to work closely with current players and coaches. Girls Entering Grades: K-3rd Location: Frost Arena Time: 9am-12pm Cost: $60/per […]
If you are looking to introduce your son or daughter to the sport of volleyball, then this camp is for you! The Youth Camp is designed for all our smallest Jackrabbits (entering grades K-5th) who are looking to learn the basic skills. Interaction with SDSU student-athletes, SDSU coaches, and engaging volleyball content are the highlights […]
In this hands-on class participants will make their own take home play-kit while meeting new friends. This play date inspired class has time to explore different ways your kit can be played with at home.
Cheer on the Brookings Bobcats as they take on Aberdeen Central at the Fishback Soccer Complex! Girls JV and Boys Varsity play at 12pm, and Girls Varsity and Boys JV play at 2pm.
Engage with your curiosity about the natural world of animals by embarking on nature walks, building habitats, and developing a deeper understanding of animal adaptations through a variety of STEAM-based challenges. Please bring a sack lunch.
Are you about to try-out for a specific position on your high school volleyball team? Is there a position you like to play the most and you want to learn more? Then this camp is for you! The Positional Camp is designed to give you position-specific training as you look to take the next step […]
Join us at the BCC to preview our club house, menu, and all that we have to offer. Happy hour starts at 5pm with free snacks and cocktails. Thursdays are our $8 Craft Sandwich Nights where you can try our Triple Bypass Burger (our Burger Clash 2022 Entry) or any of the other menu options […]
Are you looking to prepare your high school volleyball team for their upcoming season? Then this camp is for you! Team training, pool play, and bracket-style competition will be the content for this camp. Want to take a step back to watch your team play? A coach will be provided for every team that attends […]
Calling all individuals 50 and up! The Brookings Area Senior Games is just around the corner. Taking place on July 22nd and the 23rd, community members get to compete in events such as bean bag toss, pickleball, shuffleboard, horseshoes and many more. Registration is due by Friday, July 15th to the Brookings Parks and Recreation […]
Design your own stencil and make one-of-a-kind prints. Children will learn new techniques from an experienced facilitator and take home their project as a memento.
Calling young soccer players! Check out the SDSU Field Player & Goalkeeper Camp to improve your soccer skills. This camp is for girls going into grades 4+, and boys going into grades 4th-8th. Campers are able to stay in the dorms or commute, and whether you want to attend 2 or 3 days is up […]
Our weekly wood-fired pizza nights are every Sunday evening, June 12 - October 12! (subject to weather change- watch FB) Ordering of farm-fresh pizza will take place from 4:30-7:30. Due to popular demand, starting July 10th you will need to pre-order your Pizza on Facebook. On the night of, we welcome you to enjoy the […]
The Future Jacks camp features one-hour evening sessions (6:15-7:15 p.m.) filled with fun soccer games in a proven learning environment. This camp is open to any and all boys and girls from 4-9 years of age. Future Jacks Soccer Camp includes training and camp T-shirt. All sessions will be run by current SDSU soccer team […]
Teens can challenge their friends playing Nintendo Switch, Wii & WiiU in the Cooper Room at Brookings Public Library! Snacks & drinks are provided, and no registration is required.
The Future Jacks camp features one-hour evening sessions (6:15-7:15 p.m.) filled with fun soccer games in a proven learning environment. This camp is open to any and all boys and girls from 4-9 years of age. Future Jacks Soccer Camp includes training and camp T-shirt. All sessions will be run by current SDSU soccer team […]
Want to tinker? Be part of a team working its way through science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) challenges. Feeling creative? Explore art through a variety of tools and mediums. Every STEAM camp holds a new adventure! Please bring a sack lunch.
Wildlife Rangers will travel back in time to imagine what life was like for the Native Americans and early settlers of this area. Campers will learn basic survival skills such as shelter building, outdoor cooking, animal tracking, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and outdoor games. Bring a sack Lunch! Ages 8-10 Tuesday 10 - 2 Ages 11-13 […]
Join us for a low-sensory playtime that offers a calm, less crowded opportunity for exploration in our Museum’s exhibits. We invite all families with children experiencing disabilities to this private playtime. Regular admission rates apply. This event includes the following adaptations: Less crowded environment Designated quiet rooms Adaptive equipment Adaptive art tools Service animals welcome Café […]
Preschool camps offer a great opportunity to make new friends, learn new skills, and have fun adventures. With our hands-on approach to learning, remember to dress for a mess!
Join us at Kool Beans for Coffee with Vets every Third Wednesday at 11am, where we'll discuss programs and topics of interest to the Veteran community. Free coffee, camaraderie and guest speakers.
Join our local Dairy Queen in supporting the Children's Miracle Network on Miracle Treat Day! For every blizzard sold today, $1 or more will be donated to the local Children's Miracle Network Hospital. Each year, the DQ system donates millions to local children's hospitals across the U.S. and Canada. All contributions are made to local […]
Interested in what happens beyond the Earth’s atmosphere? Suit up for a day of exploring the universe, as we create galaxy-inspired art, learn about moon phases, and embark on space adventures through a variety of out of this world activities. Please bring a sack lunch.
Wildlife Rangers will travel back in time to imagine what life was like for the Native Americans and early settlers of this area. Campers will learn basic survival skills such as shelter building, outdoor cooking, animal tracking, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and outdoor games. Bring a sack Lunch! Ages 8-10 Tuesday 10 - 2 Ages 11-13 […]
Downtown at Sundown is a 5-week, outdoor music festival 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 p.m! There are several engaging activities and booths for guests to […]
Color! Bake! Shrink! Make your own shrinky dink. Children will learn new techniques from an experienced facilitator and take home their project as a memento.
The delicious adventures experienced by Charlie Bucket on his visit to Willy Wonka's mysterious chocolate factory light up the stage in this captivating adaptation of Roald Dahl's fantastical tale. Featuring the enchanting songs from the 1971 film starring Gene Wilder and new songs by Leslie Bricusse (Jekyll & Hyde, Doctor Dolittle) and Anthony Newley, Roald […]
Celebrate National Moth Week (July-23-31, 2022) with a Moth Walk! Join us on July 29th at 9 pm for a walk around the gardens to lit areas to discover the various moths in the Gardens. Free admission.
Enjoy the summer sun while experiencing beautiful gardens in Brookings! The Brookings Area Master Gardener's Garden Tour will begin at McCrory Gardens (where tickets can be purchased). Besides McCrory Gardens, there will be four additional gardens on the tour. Ticket prices are $10 in advance or $12 on the day of the tour. To pre-register, […]
The Brookings Area Master Gardeners Summer Garden Tour will be held on July 30th from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Featured gardens will be the McCrory Gardens, Douglas Chittick Community Gardens and 3 Brookings Residential Gardens. Tickets are $12.00 on day of tour, $10.00 in advance. Place orders by emailing skmeyer10@hotmail.com or calling 605-228-1752. The […]
Check out the University Plains Speedway Facebook page to keep up to date with the most recent information. Kart Racing at its Finest! For nearly 40 years, University Plains Speedway has been dishing up “The fastest kart racing in the upper Midwest”. The South Dakota Kart Club has maintained this distinction plus added the topping […]
Our weekly wood-fired pizza nights are every Sunday evening, June 12 - October 12! (subject to weather change- watch FB) Ordering of farm-fresh pizza will take place from 4:30-7:30. Due to popular demand, starting July 10th you will need to pre-order your Pizza on Facebook. On the night of, we welcome you to enjoy the […]
The delicious adventures experienced by Charlie Bucket on his visit to Willy Wonka's mysterious chocolate factory light up the stage in this captivating adaptation of Roald Dahl's fantastical tale. Featuring the enchanting songs from the 1971 film starring Gene Wilder and new songs by Leslie Bricusse (Jekyll & Hyde, Doctor Dolittle) and Anthony Newley, Roald […]
Do you know a 5-11 year old looking for an adventure this summer? Have them join the Prairie Learning Academy and Good Roots Farm and Gardens for a nature-based mini-camp this summer! Camp 3, "Fun & Games on the Farm," will focus on: Good sportsmanship, team-building, and cheering for others. Yoga: Be present in and […]
Learn to make better impact on the golf ball to create better shots to enjoy the game of golf even more! Lessons are available every Monday until October 16, 2022 covering various topics. Private lessons are also available appt! 📞 605-692-7273 to learn more!
What inspires your child’s artistic side? Children will discover their muse and explore different ways of representing their inspiration. Will you be a fiber and textile artist, sculptor, painter, collage artist, or mixed media? Hint – you can be more than one! Please bring a sack lunch. Ages 6-12
Come and learn about the ever-changing technology side of business! Register here or at the website link below. The intersection of technology across Midwestern industries is crucial to sustaining the region's competitive advantage and our everyday life. Communities must prioritize new technology and innovation to remain stable and secure. The Midwest Cybersecurity & Technology Summit will […]
Do you know a 5-11 year old looking for an adventure this summer? Have them join the Prairie Learning Academy and Good Roots Farm and Gardens for a nature-based mini-camp this summer! Camp 3, "Fun & Games on the Farm," will focus on: Good sportsmanship, team-building, and cheering for others. Yoga: Be present in and […]
Do you know a 5-11 year old looking for an adventure this summer? Have them join the Prairie Learning Academy and Good Roots Farm and Gardens for a nature-based mini-camp this summer! Camp 3, "Fun & Games on the Farm," will focus on: Good sportsmanship, team-building, and cheering for others. Yoga: Be present in and […]
In this hands-on class participants will make their own take home play-kit while meeting new friends. This play date inspired class has time to explore different ways your kit can be played with at home.
Mills Property Management is celebrating 30 Years of Excellence! We invite everyone to help us celebrate our 30th anniversary with a FREE Lunch!! This event will be held at Campus View Apartments (2225 9th Street, Brookings, SD)
Nature provides a wide variety of opportunities to explore colors, patterns, and textures through an artistic lens. It intrigues curious minds about the science behind how things grow and change over time. Join us as we discover different ways nature can teach us. Please bring a sack lunch. Ages 6-12
Do you know a 5-11 year old looking for an adventure this summer? Have them join the Prairie Learning Academy and Good Roots Farm and Gardens for a nature-based mini-camp this summer! Camp 3, "Fun & Games on the Farm," will focus on: Good sportsmanship, team-building, and cheering for others. Yoga: Be present in and […]
Downtown at Sundown is a 5-week, outdoor music festival 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 p.m! There are several engaging activities and booths for guests to […]
Join us for the 3rd annual Volga Golf Tournament! Hosted by the Volga Committee of the Brookings Area Chamber of Commerce, this event is a fun opportunity to hit the links and network with other area businesses. Registration is $300/team for Chamber of Commerce members and $400/team for non-members. Register at the website below. Schedule […]
Sketch and paint your very own masterpiece. Children will learn new techniques from an experienced facilitator and take home their project as a memento. Ages 6-12
2- person teams will compete against each other while shooting at 3 different ranges! Brookings County Outdoor Adventure Center, Beacon Hill, and the Brookings Gun Club. Teams will compete at all 3 ranges. You can start at any of the three ranges, completing all three competitions. Cost is $60 per two-person team. *Brookings County Outdoor […]
Join us on Garden Party Expo day to enjoy the great outdoors and dabble on your artistic side. Barbara Sparks will guide you through the steps of a painting class that will take place in the classroom in the Education & Visitor Center. There will be two painting classes, one at 10 a.m. & one […]
Join us in the N.E. Hansen Garden for a free, all levels, gentle yoga class provided by Prairie Soul Studio. Pre-registration is required. Register here! Plan to bring your own mat or blanket. Open to all ages! For questions, please call McCrory Gardens at 605-688-6707 or email hello@prairiesoulyoga.com.