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2 events,
The Brookings Arts Council is looking for submissions of Fine Art. All artists and craftspeople over 18 residing in South Dakota are eligible to enter. Payment as well as a signed and completed entry form must be submitted to the BAC before August 11th. All work must be original, completed and not previously exhibited at […]
$20
Our 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 […] |
2 events,
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. Registration Deadline: July 24 Ages: 18 […]
$26
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6 events,
State Tournament to take place at Bob Sheldon Field, July 30th - August 3rd. More information to come soon! 
Enroll in the July class to become a Brookings Tourism Ambassador. Location: McCrory Gardens Registration Closes: July 17, contact Laura Schoen Carbonneau if enrolling after this date 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 […]
$25
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Straight ahead jazz with Gene McGowan and Friends- Tuesday, July 30th, 6-7:30 pm. Join us for this FREE family friendly concert behind the museum (1036 Medary Ave.)...inside if it rains. 🧺Bring your sunhat, picnic, chair, blanket - and dancing shoes!!! Gene McGowan & Friends play JAZZ music from the American Song Book. If you like […]
Free
Grab your family and head on over to The Lanes for half-price, black light bowling. Every Tuesday starting at 6PM! |
9 events,
Join us for our Summer Maker Studio on Wednesday afternoons. Children ages 8-12 are invited to explore their interests making for an afternoon of fun. The Maker Studio is a space, designed by children for children, that will inspire all makers. Experiences will foster creativity, curiosity, and self-expression through a variety of activities including robotics, […]
$30
Join local artist and teacher Shelby Meyer to create a few mushroomy tea light holders! Note that this is a two session class, one for making and one for glazing. Ages 9+, 12 and under should be accompanied by an adult No prior ceramic experience required Dates Wednesday, July 31st - Making Wednesday, August 14th […]
$32
Run 4 Fun — Brookings is back for its third year. In 2022, there were 240 kids were registered with more than 100 kids each of the Wednesday evenings. The peak night was July 27 with an estimated 130 kids. Be part of the 2024 season by signing up at: https://fca.regfox.com/2024glaciallakesrun4fun The final night, July […] |
7 events,
Join us for our Summer Maker Studio on Thursday afternoons. Children ages 5-7 are invited to explore their interests making for an afternoon of fun. The Maker Studio is a space, designed by children for children, that will inspire all makers. Experiences will foster creativity, curiosity, and self-expression through a variety of activities including robotics, […]
$30
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!
Museum Membership
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 pm! There are several engaging activities and booths for guests to […]
Free
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8 events,
The Sioux Empire Cartridge Collectors Association and the Association for the Study and Research of .22 caliber Rimfire present Celebrating 50 Good Years of Trophy Cartridge Shows at the Brookings County Outdoor Adventure Center August 2 and 3.
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Don't miss the annual Hillcrest Aquatic Center Water Carnival! Many different games for all ages and lots of prizes! August 2nd from 9-10:30! FREE FOR ALL! 
Join Tend at Root and Grow Dance Studio at 410 4th St. in downtown Brookings for learning and play! Our 90-minute groups are facilitated by a credentialed Montessori guide who is trained in early childhood inclusive education, and designed for children from birth to age six and their adults. The session cost is per family, […]
$5 – $15
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Join us at the seventh annual Oakwood Lakes Trail Run. Course follows grass and gravel trails and overlooks several of the lakes that make up Oakwood Lakes State Park. Refreshments and snacks provided. Register by June 30 to guarantee shirts. Undated shirts from prior years also will be available for purchase. Distance: 4- and 7-mile […]
The Sioux Empire Cartridge Collectors Association and the Association for the Study and Research of .22 caliber Rimfire present Celebrating 50 Good Years of Trophy Cartridge Shows at the Brookings County Outdoor Adventure Center August 2 and 3. 
The Brookings Farmers Market is open 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 Children's Museum of […] |
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3 events,
Brookings Community Theatre is presenting this Tony award winning, former Broadway and West End musical with book by Dennis Kelly and music and lyrics by Tim Minchin and directed by award-winning director Mike Thompson Aug 1-4 and Aug 8-11. Inspired by the twisted genius of Roald Dahl, the Tony Award-winning Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical […]
$15 – $17
Our 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 […] |
2 events,
Intuitive collage is created by sifting through magazines, books, patterned paper and other ephemera, and selecting materials without judging or overanalyzing the process. Students will be free to choose anything that excites or intrigues them. Additionally, they will be encouraged to work with watercolor, oil pastels, and markers to create intuitive artwork to […]
$140
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6 events,
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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 all about YOU! Please bring a sack lunch. Price: $60 ($48 members)
Intuitive collage is created by sifting through magazines, books, patterned paper and other ephemera, and selecting materials without judging or overanalyzing the process. Students will be free to choose anything that excites or intrigues them. Additionally, they will be encouraged to work with watercolor, oil pastels, and markers to create intuitive artwork to […]
$140
Grab your family and head on over to The Lanes for half-price, black light bowling. Every Tuesday starting at 6PM! |
7 events,
Intuitive collage is created by sifting through magazines, books, patterned paper and other ephemera, and selecting materials without judging or overanalyzing the process. Students will be free to choose anything that excites or intrigues them. Additionally, they will be encouraged to work with watercolor, oil pastels, and markers to create intuitive artwork to […]
$140
Join us for our Summer Maker Studio on Wednesday afternoons. Children ages 8-12 are invited to explore their interests making for an afternoon of fun. The Maker Studio is a space, designed by children for children, that will inspire all makers. Experiences will foster creativity, curiosity, and self-expression through a variety of activities including robotics, […]
$30
Explore increasing impact in your drawings through exploring the interactions of line, space, and color with exhibiting artist Judith R. Peterson.
$22
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7 events,
Join @tend.baby + @thecreativespacestudiosd for sensory fun again this summer! These 60-minute 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 have to do is show up in your […]
Intuitive collage is created by sifting through magazines, books, patterned paper and other ephemera, and selecting materials without judging or overanalyzing the process. Students will be free to choose anything that excites or intrigues them. Additionally, they will be encouraged to work with watercolor, oil pastels, and markers to create intuitive artwork to […]
$140
Join us for our Summer Maker Studio on Thursday afternoons. Children ages 5-7 are invited to explore their interests making for an afternoon of fun. The Maker Studio is a space, designed by children for children, that will inspire all makers. Experiences will foster creativity, curiosity, and self-expression through a variety of activities including robotics, […]
$30
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7 events,
Join Tend at Root and Grow Dance Studio at 410 4th St. in downtown Brookings for learning and play! Our 90-minute groups are facilitated by a credentialed Montessori guide who is trained in early childhood inclusive education, and designed for children from birth to age six and their adults. The session cost is per family, […]
$5 – $15
Join Tend at Root and Grow Dance Studio at 410 4th St. in downtown Brookings for learning and play! Our 90-minute groups are facilitated by a credentialed Montessori guide who is trained in early childhood inclusive education, and designed for children from birth to age six and their adults. The session cost is per family, […]
$5 – $15
Join us for game night at Wooden Legs Brewing Company. We’ll have games available to choose from or feel free to bring your own to play with a group. |
12 events,
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Camaros only! Old, new, in primer, dented, rusty; if it’s a Camaro, bring it. More information to come as we get closer to our 14th Annual Camaro Fun Days on August 10, 2024.
The Brookings Farmers Market is open 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 Children's Museum of […]
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Invite your friends and family to head to Rabbits Gaming for an afternoon of fun and games fit for the whole crew. During this event, we will be collecting freewill donations for the Brookings Domestic Abuse Shelter. Each person who visits during the event will receive one free raffle ticket for a chance to win […] |
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5 events,
Brookings Community Theatre is presenting this Tony award winning, former Broadway and West End musical with book by Dennis Kelly and music and lyrics by Tim Minchin and directed by award-winning director Mike Thompson Aug 1-4 and Aug 8-11. Inspired by the twisted genius of Roald Dahl, the Tony Award-winning Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical […]
$15 – $17
Our 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 […] |
2 events,
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Fresh Peaches by The Fruit Truck SD is coming to Brookings! Where: Parking lot of Runnings, 2421 6th St, Brookings, SD When: August 12th, 9:30AM- 10:00AM Don’t miss out on your chance to get fresh, delicious peaches! We are offering 20 lbs of fresh peaches for only $55. Payments can be made in cash or […]
$20 – $55
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Join us 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, and you can visit agmuseum.com or our social media pages to check out the craft […]
$1
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2 events,
Grab your family and head on over to The Lanes for half-price, black light bowling. Every Tuesday starting at 6PM! 
Trivia Night at Wooden Legs 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 7:30pm and will wrap up by 10pm. Table are limited so we suggest […]
Free
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4 events,
Join us for our Summer Maker Studio on Wednesday afternoons. Children ages 8-12 are invited to explore their interests making for an afternoon of fun. The Maker Studio is a space, designed by children for children, that will inspire all makers. Experiences will foster creativity, curiosity, and self-expression through a variety of activities including robotics, […]
$30
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. |
5 events,
Join us for our Summer Maker Studio on Thursday afternoons. Children ages 5-7 are invited to explore their interests making for an afternoon of fun. The Maker Studio is a space, designed by children for children, that will inspire all makers. Experiences will foster creativity, curiosity, and self-expression through a variety of activities including robotics, […]
$30
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 pm! There are several engaging activities and booths for guests to […]
Free
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As part of the Library's MMIP Event Series, we will be screening the film "Rustic Oracle" and discussing it afterwards. Set in the late 90s, Rustic Oracle is a dramatic feature about Ivy, an 8-year-old girl trying to understand what happened to her big sister who has vanished from their small Mohawk community. With minimal clues, Ivy […] |
3 events,
Join Tend at Root and Grow Dance Studio at 410 4th St. in downtown Brookings for learning and play! Our 90-minute groups are facilitated by a credentialed Montessori guide who is trained in early childhood inclusive education, and designed for children from birth to age six and their adults. The session cost is per family, […]
$5 – $15
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Fall in love with all the warmth of Autumn as we celebrate our fall collection! While we get new things in the entire season, we are going to kick off the changing season with this fun event. Stop in and be inspired. Bring a friend or maybe two and enjoy the day in Downtown Brookings!
Join Tend at Root and Grow Dance Studio at 410 4th St. in downtown Brookings for learning and play! Our 90-minute groups are facilitated by a credentialed Montessori guide who is trained in early childhood inclusive education, and designed for children from birth to age six and their adults. The session cost is per family, […]
$5 – $15
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8 events,
The Brookings Farmers Market is open 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 Children's Museum of […] 
The SDSU Softball team and coaches will be able to teach fundamentals and drills for both offense and defense. This three hour camp will give Little Jacks the opportunity to hang out with the softball team in the Sanford Jackrabbit Athletic Center and learn some things we do everyday at practice. Location Sanford Jackrabbit Athletic […]
$65
SDSU Softball coaches and student-athletes invite youth players to a camp geared towards youth who have an interest in softball and are interested in learning more about the fundamentals of the game. Instruction in the areas of both defensive and offensive fundamentals will be covered in this camp. Location Jackrabbit Softball Field What To Bring […]
$65
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High school prospect camp will start with a showcase format, including running times, batting evaluation, specific position showcase. All participants will also receive individual instruction at their position from SDSU staff. Each player will be able to pitch, hit, and play his position. Two camp options are available. First, camp plus evaluation; camper will participate […]
SDSU Softball coaches invite players to a full day of softball instruction geared towards softball student-athletes who have competed in high-level softball. Following skill instruction in the morning, each player will take part in competitive scrimmage games in the Jackrabbit Softball Stadium. Locations Jackrabbit Softball Field What to Bring Each player must bring their own […]
$160
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Mark your calendars and join us for breakfast in support of education in Brookings! All proceeds raised from the August VFW Third Sunday Breakfast will go to our Bobcat Innovation Grant fund. This fund provides financial support for creative initiatives that foster a dynamic and engaging learning environment for our students. To make a difference, […] |
2 events,
Cheer on the Brookings Bobcats as they compete in the girls varsity triangular at Hillcrest Tennis Courts.
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The Lanes will be providing a 2-hour on-lane clinic session with some of the best professionals on tour! A Brunswick gift certificate will also be given out to our participants! Special guests include Kevin McCune, Ronnie Russell and Nate Stuebler! Call The Lanes at 605-592-9971 to reserve your spot today!LIMITED TO 24 SPOTS
$65
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4 events,
Cheer on the Bobcats as they go against Tea Area School District at Fishback Soccer Complex.
Grab your family and head on over to The Lanes for half-price, black light bowling. Every Tuesday starting at 6PM!
Cheer on the Bobcats as they go against Tea Area School District at Fishback Soccer Complex. |
4 events,
Join us for our Summer Maker Studio on Wednesday afternoons. Children ages 8-12 are invited to explore their interests making for an afternoon of fun. The Maker Studio is a space, designed by children for children, that will inspire all makers. Experiences will foster creativity, curiosity, and self-expression through a variety of activities including robotics, […]
$30
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. |
2 events,
Join @tend.baby + @thecreativespacestudiosd for sensory fun again this summer! These 60-minute 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 have to do is show up in your […]
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 pm! There are several engaging activities and booths for guests to […]
Free
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5 events,
Brookings is ready to welcome the newest class of SDSU students home! On Friday, August 23, New Jacks will move into their dorms. Find additional information about move-in schedule, directions to the residence halls, items to bring, bookstore hours and more at SDState.edu/NewJacks. 
We are excited to welcome you to South Dakota State University! Jackrabbits, get ready for an action-packed Meet State 2024. Friday, August 23 - New Student Move-In Day Saturday, August 24 - Returning Student Move-In Day Sunday, August 25 - Open for Exploration
Join Tend at Root and Grow Dance Studio at 410 4th St. in downtown Brookings for learning and play! Our 90-minute groups are facilitated by a credentialed Montessori guide who is trained in early childhood inclusive education, and designed for children from birth to age six and their adults. The session cost is per family, […]
$5 – $15
Join Tend at Root and Grow Dance Studio at 410 4th St. in downtown Brookings for learning and play! Our 90-minute groups are facilitated by a credentialed Montessori guide who is trained in early childhood inclusive education, and designed for children from birth to age six and their adults. The session cost is per family, […]
$5 – $15
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10 events,
The Brookings Farmers Market is open 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 Children's Museum of […]
Cheer on the Bobcats as they host Lennox in Brookings for the Varsity Jamboree
Cheer on the Bobcats as they take on Aberdeen Central at Fishback Soccer. Boys Varsity game begins at 12:00pm Girls Varsity game begins at 2:00pm |
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4 events,
Support the self-funded SDSU Cheerleading Team at our biggest fundraiser of the year! SDSU Cheer fans and supporters of all ages are encouraged to sign-up for a fun day on the green interacting with the SDSU Cheerleaders. Join us for our 12th Annual Golf Tournament Fundraiser on Sunday, August 25th at Edgebrook Golf Course in […]
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Join us at the Dakota Nature Park Center for a fun-filled afternoon full of yard games, food trucks, and spending quality time in the great outdoors! SDSU Students Welcome! While you are there, find a new study spot and explore the trails! Go Jacks
Free
Our 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 […] |
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3 events,
Grab your family and head on over to The Lanes for half-price, black light bowling. Every Tuesday starting at 6PM! 
Learn the art of floral arrangement + tray styling that will last for seasons to come! Welcome to Pasque's arrangement + styling class. This is an opportunity for you to learn, explore + experiment with different picks, sprays, florals + accents while being assisted by the Pasque team. Bring your own vase / tray / […]
$15
Trivia Night at Wooden Legs 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 7:30pm and will wrap up by 10pm. Table are limited so we suggest […]
Free
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6 events,
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GDS warehouse sale! Wednesday, Aug. 28th from 10am-4pm. Stop by and shop our best deals of the season!
Join us for our Summer Maker Studio on Wednesday afternoons. Children ages 8-12 are invited to explore their interests making for an afternoon of fun. The Maker Studio is a space, designed by children for children, that will inspire all makers. Experiences will foster creativity, curiosity, and self-expression through a variety of activities including robotics, […]
$30
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Join us for a FREE Back-to-School Bash on Wednesday, August 28 from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM! We will have bounce houses, face painting, music from DJ Bayleigh!, AND we will be giving tours of the Club. Along with our awesome activities, we will have meals and ice cream treats for purchase! Our freshly grilled hamburger or […]
$8 – $25
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4 events,
Enroll in the August 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’ […]
$25
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The Brookings Historic Preservation Commission (BHPC) will be hosting the “Central Residential Historic District Trolley Rides” on Thursday evening, August 29th, 2024 from 5:00-7:00pm, in conjunction with “Downtown at Sundown” that evening. The trolley rides will start at the southwest corner of 5th Street and 5th Avenue (NW corner of the Children’s Museum), and proceed […]
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 pm! There are several engaging activities and booths for guests to […]
Free
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7 events,
Join Tend at Root and Grow Dance Studio at 410 4th St. in downtown Brookings for learning and play! Our 90-minute groups are facilitated by a credentialed Montessori guide who is trained in early childhood inclusive education, and designed for children from birth to age six and their adults. The session cost is per family, […]
$5 – $15
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Want to throw mud? Take a spin on our pottery wheels. Children will learn how to create their one-of-a-kind piece on our pottery wheels, and we will fire their creation in the kiln. If children wish to glaze their item after it is fired, they will have the opportunity during an After School Maker Studio […] |
6 events,
The Brookings Farmers Market is open 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 Children's Museum of […]
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Join us for the 727 DAV Poker Run, a spirited event aimed at supporting the South Dakota Disabled American Veterans' Transportation Network. This is more than just a ride—it's a chance to make a difference in the lives of our veterans. Connect with the community, enjoy a thrilling ride, and be part of something truly […] |
