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3 events,
Story Time
Story Time
All Ages | Free with paid admission | Family style With every story, an adventure awaits! Join us on Tuesdays at 10:30 for an interactive Story Time, where tales come to life through engaging activities and creative fun. Perfect for young imaginations, this weekly event invites children to dive into new worlds and exciting experiences […]
Free with paid admission
Make-n-Take Tuesdays
Make-n-Take Tuesdays
All Ages | Come-and-Go | Family Style | Museum admission required Make-n-Take Tuesdays offer a rotating lineup of creative activities, perfect for the whole family. Each week, dive into a new hands-on project like clay sculpting, tie-dye, shrink dinks, printmaking, and more. The fee adjusts based on the activity, ensuring a fresh and fun experience […]
Museum admission required
Trivia Tuesday
Trivia Tuesday
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
2 events,
Wall Street Wednesday
Wall Street Wednesday
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.
Music Bingo @ EBC
Music Bingo @ EBC
Every other Wednesday is another addition of SONGO "music bingo". Bring your friends and compete in a fun sing along version of bingo for a chance at free drinks and other fun prizes. Game starts at 7PM. See you all there!
Free
1 event,
Spark Studio
Spark Studio
All Ages | Free with paid admission | Family style Spark Studio is designed to ignite creativity and imagination through hands-on exploration, including sensory experiences. Join us in our First Floor Art Studio for a facilitated creative session that encourages young artists to experiment with materials, explore textures, sounds, and colors, and discover the joy […]
Free with paid admission
3 events,
Playful Preschoolers
Playful Preschoolers
Ages 3-5 | Drop Off Optional | Registration Required | $25 ($20 members) Playful Preschoolers classes offer an opportunity to connect with new friends, explore new interests, and build new skills. Classes are hands-on and child-led. These camps are designed to provide children with a chance to learn through play and inquiry. Play along! Snack […]
$20 – $25
Play Dates
Play Dates
0-36 months | Free | Family Style | Registration Required Play Dates is a free experience designed for children ages 0-36 months and their grown-ups to connect, discover, play and explore through hands-on experiences. We invite parents, caregivers, and the little ones in your lives to join us for a special time of play and […]
Uncle Sam Jam
Uncle Sam Jam
It’s Back! Mark your calendar for July 4, as the Dacotah Bank Center brings back the beloved Uncle Sam Jam festival in Brookings, SD. 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: Stay tuned for more information. […]
Free
2 events,
Farmers Market
Farmers Market
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 […]
Bluestem Saturday Cruise
Bluestem Saturday Cruise
If you seek a casual bicycle ride centered around having fun and seeing different parts of town, this might be the one for you. We ride from Bluestem to a park, enjoy a beer, ride to another park, enjoy a beer, etc. We compel nobody to drink, and we appreciate our sober friends. We carry […]
3 events,
Story Time
Story Time
All Ages | Free with paid admission | Family style With every story, an adventure awaits! Join us on Tuesdays at 10:30 for an interactive Story Time, where tales come to life through engaging activities and creative fun. Perfect for young imaginations, this weekly event invites children to dive into new worlds and exciting experiences […]
Free with paid admission
Make-n-Take Tuesdays
Make-n-Take Tuesdays
All Ages | Come-and-Go | Family Style | Museum admission required Make-n-Take Tuesdays offer a rotating lineup of creative activities, perfect for the whole family. Each week, dive into a new hands-on project like clay sculpting, tie-dye, shrink dinks, printmaking, and more. The fee adjusts based on the activity, ensuring a fresh and fun experience […]
Museum admission required
Trivia Tuesday
Trivia Tuesday
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
3 events,
Prairie Repertory Theatre Presents: Seven Brides for Seven Brothers
Prairie Repertory Theatre Presents: Seven Brides for Seven Brothers
Experience the rollicking adventure of "Seven Brides for Seven Brothers" as it bursts onto the stage with humor and heart! Follow Adam Pontipee and his spirited brothers in this charming musical set in 1850s Oregon, where love and laughter abound. Don't miss this delightful production filled with unforgettable songs and lively dance numbers! *Seven Brides […]
EBC Trivia Night
EBC Trivia Night
Trivia Night at EBC 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 7pm and will wrap up by 9pm. We also ask that you limit your […]
Wall Street Wednesday
Wall Street Wednesday
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,
Spark Studio
Spark Studio
All Ages | Free with paid admission | Family style Spark Studio is designed to ignite creativity and imagination through hands-on exploration, including sensory experiences. Join us in our First Floor Art Studio for a facilitated creative session that encourages young artists to experiment with materials, explore textures, sounds, and colors, and discover the joy […]
Free with paid admission
Prairie Repertory Theatre Presents: Seven Brides for Seven Brothers
Prairie Repertory Theatre Presents: Seven Brides for Seven Brothers
Experience the rollicking adventure of "Seven Brides for Seven Brothers" as it bursts onto the stage with humor and heart! Follow Adam Pontipee and his spirited brothers in this charming musical set in 1850s Oregon, where love and laughter abound. Don't miss this delightful production filled with unforgettable songs and lively dance numbers! *Seven Brides […]
7 events,
Playful Preschoolers
Playful Preschoolers
Ages 3-5 | Drop Off Optional | Registration Required | $25 ($20 members) Playful Preschoolers classes offer an opportunity to connect with new friends, explore new interests, and build new skills. Classes are hands-on and child-led. These camps are designed to provide children with a chance to learn through play and inquiry. Play along! Snack […]
$20 – $25
Play Dates
Play Dates
0-36 months | Free | Family Style | Registration Required Play Dates is a free experience designed for children ages 0-36 months and their grown-ups to connect, discover, play and explore through hands-on experiences. We invite parents, caregivers, and the little ones in your lives to join us for a special time of play and […]
Sensory Friendly Play
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 and sensory accommodations. Service providers and therapists are welcome to accompany students/clients. Regular admission rates apply. These events include the […]
Free with paid admission
7 events,
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21st Annual Beef & Eggs 5K
21st Annual Beef & Eggs 5K
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, passes near Pioneer Park and the children’s museum, and goes through Hillcrest Park. The course is well marked with very light traffic. Entry fee includes a T-shirt, entry for door […]
Farmers Market
Farmers Market
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 […]
Brookings Summer Arts Festival
Brookings Summer Arts Festival
Located at Pioneer Park in Brookings, South Dakota, the Brookings Summer Arts Festival hosts the state's premier juried art festival, boasting 200+ artists across 15 art disciplines. Gourmet and ethnic food booths, artisanal products, and historical exhibits enrich the experience along with a lively children’s area and captivating performances on the historic Band Shell complete […]
3 events,
Brookings Summer Arts Festival
Brookings Summer Arts Festival
Located at Pioneer Park in Brookings, South Dakota, the Brookings Summer Arts Festival hosts the state's premier juried art festival, boasting 200+ artists across 15 art disciplines. Gourmet and ethnic food booths, artisanal products, and historical exhibits enrich the experience along with a lively children’s area and captivating performances on the historic Band Shell complete […]
5 events,
Story Time
Story Time
All Ages | Free with paid admission | Family style With every story, an adventure awaits! Join us on Tuesdays at 10:30 for an interactive Story Time, where tales come to life through engaging activities and creative fun. Perfect for young imaginations, this weekly event invites children to dive into new worlds and exciting experiences […]
Free with paid admission
Make-n-Take Tuesdays
Make-n-Take Tuesdays
All Ages | Come-and-Go | Family Style | Museum admission required Make-n-Take Tuesdays offer a rotating lineup of creative activities, perfect for the whole family. Each week, dive into a new hands-on project like clay sculpting, tie-dye, shrink dinks, printmaking, and more. The fee adjusts based on the activity, ensuring a fresh and fun experience […]
Museum admission required
Family STEAM Night
Family STEAM Night
Join us as we explore the amazing worlds of Science. Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics with hands-on experiments for the whole family.
3 events,
Wall Street Wednesday
Wall Street Wednesday
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.
Music Bingo @ EBC
Music Bingo @ EBC
Every other Wednesday is another addition of SONGO "music bingo". Bring your friends and compete in a fun sing along version of bingo for a chance at free drinks and other fun prizes. Game starts at 7PM. See you all there!
Free
Prairie Repertory Theatre Presents: Seven Brides for Seven Brothers
Prairie Repertory Theatre Presents: Seven Brides for Seven Brothers
Experience the rollicking adventure of "Seven Brides for Seven Brothers" as it bursts onto the stage with humor and heart! Follow Adam Pontipee and his spirited brothers in this charming musical set in 1850s Oregon, where love and laughter abound. Don't miss this delightful production filled with unforgettable songs and lively dance numbers! *Seven Brides […]
3 events,
Spark Studio
Spark Studio
All Ages | Free with paid admission | Family style Spark Studio is designed to ignite creativity and imagination through hands-on exploration, including sensory experiences. Join us in our First Floor Art Studio for a facilitated creative session that encourages young artists to experiment with materials, explore textures, sounds, and colors, and discover the joy […]
Free with paid admission
Third Thursday
Third Thursday
Head to Downtown Brookings each month for Third Thursday! Every month, on the third Thursday, businesses will stay open later and offer entertainment, put out some snacks, have a special drink to order, or anything else tying into the monthly theme. Learn more about this month's theme by visiting DowntownBrookings.com. While kids are welcome, the […]
Prairie Repertory Theatre Presents: Seven Brides for Seven Brothers
Prairie Repertory Theatre Presents: Seven Brides for Seven Brothers
Experience the rollicking adventure of "Seven Brides for Seven Brothers" as it bursts onto the stage with humor and heart! Follow Adam Pontipee and his spirited brothers in this charming musical set in 1850s Oregon, where love and laughter abound. Don't miss this delightful production filled with unforgettable songs and lively dance numbers! *Seven Brides […]
3 events,
Playful Preschoolers
Playful Preschoolers
Ages 3-5 | Drop Off Optional | Registration Required | $25 ($20 members) Playful Preschoolers classes offer an opportunity to connect with new friends, explore new interests, and build new skills. Classes are hands-on and child-led. These camps are designed to provide children with a chance to learn through play and inquiry. Play along! Snack […]
$20 – $25
Play Dates
Play Dates
0-36 months | Free | Family Style | Registration Required Play Dates is a free experience designed for children ages 0-36 months and their grown-ups to connect, discover, play and explore through hands-on experiences. We invite parents, caregivers, and the little ones in your lives to join us for a special time of play and […]
Prairie Repertory Theatre Presents: Seven Brides for Seven Brothers
Prairie Repertory Theatre Presents: Seven Brides for Seven Brothers
Experience the rollicking adventure of "Seven Brides for Seven Brothers" as it bursts onto the stage with humor and heart! Follow Adam Pontipee and his spirited brothers in this charming musical set in 1850s Oregon, where love and laughter abound. Don't miss this delightful production filled with unforgettable songs and lively dance numbers! *Seven Brides […]
3 events,
Farmers Market
Farmers Market
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 […]
Prairie Repertory Theatre Presents: Seven Brides for Seven Brothers
Prairie Repertory Theatre Presents: Seven Brides for Seven Brothers
Experience the rollicking adventure of "Seven Brides for Seven Brothers" as it bursts onto the stage with humor and heart! Follow Adam Pontipee and his spirited brothers in this charming musical set in 1850s Oregon, where love and laughter abound. Don't miss this delightful production filled with unforgettable songs and lively dance numbers! *Seven Brides […]
Bluestem Saturday Cruise
Bluestem Saturday Cruise
If you seek a casual bicycle ride centered around having fun and seeing different parts of town, this might be the one for you. We ride from Bluestem to a park, enjoy a beer, ride to another park, enjoy a beer, etc. We compel nobody to drink, and we appreciate our sober friends. We carry […]
3 events,
Story Time
Story Time
All Ages | Free with paid admission | Family style With every story, an adventure awaits! Join us on Tuesdays at 10:30 for an interactive Story Time, where tales come to life through engaging activities and creative fun. Perfect for young imaginations, this weekly event invites children to dive into new worlds and exciting experiences […]
Free with paid admission
Make-n-Take Tuesdays
Make-n-Take Tuesdays
All Ages | Come-and-Go | Family Style | Museum admission required Make-n-Take Tuesdays offer a rotating lineup of creative activities, perfect for the whole family. Each week, dive into a new hands-on project like clay sculpting, tie-dye, shrink dinks, printmaking, and more. The fee adjusts based on the activity, ensuring a fresh and fun experience […]
Museum admission required
Trivia Tuesday
Trivia Tuesday
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
2 events,
EBC Trivia Night
EBC Trivia Night
Trivia Night at EBC 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 7pm and will wrap up by 9pm. We also ask that you limit your […]
Wall Street Wednesday
Wall Street Wednesday
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.
1 event,
Spark Studio
Spark Studio
All Ages | Free with paid admission | Family style Spark Studio is designed to ignite creativity and imagination through hands-on exploration, including sensory experiences. Join us in our First Floor Art Studio for a facilitated creative session that encourages young artists to experiment with materials, explore textures, sounds, and colors, and discover the joy […]
Free with paid admission
2 events,
Playful Preschoolers
Playful Preschoolers
Ages 3-5 | Drop Off Optional | Registration Required | $25 ($20 members) Playful Preschoolers classes offer an opportunity to connect with new friends, explore new interests, and build new skills. Classes are hands-on and child-led. These camps are designed to provide children with a chance to learn through play and inquiry. Play along! Snack […]
$20 – $25
Play Dates
Play Dates
0-36 months | Free | Family Style | Registration Required Play Dates is a free experience designed for children ages 0-36 months and their grown-ups to connect, discover, play and explore through hands-on experiences. We invite parents, caregivers, and the little ones in your lives to join us for a special time of play and […]
3 events,
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3rd Annual Korean War / Defense Veterans Appreciation Day
3rd Annual Korean War / Defense Veterans Appreciation Day
Join us for a program and lunch at noon! Guest speaker and topic to be announced. A military display will be open from 9am - 2pm for all to come and observe. Brought to you by: -Brookings DAV Chapter 22 -Korean War Veterans Association -South Dakota East River Chapter 194
Free
Farmers Market
Farmers Market
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 […]
Bluestem Saturday Cruise
Bluestem Saturday Cruise
If you seek a casual bicycle ride centered around having fun and seeing different parts of town, this might be the one for you. We ride from Bluestem to a park, enjoy a beer, ride to another park, enjoy a beer, etc. We compel nobody to drink, and we appreciate our sober friends. We carry […]
3 events,
Story Time
Story Time
All Ages | Free with paid admission | Family style With every story, an adventure awaits! Join us on Tuesdays at 10:30 for an interactive Story Time, where tales come to life through engaging activities and creative fun. Perfect for young imaginations, this weekly event invites children to dive into new worlds and exciting experiences […]
Free with paid admission
Make-n-Take Tuesdays
Make-n-Take Tuesdays
All Ages | Come-and-Go | Family Style | Museum admission required Make-n-Take Tuesdays offer a rotating lineup of creative activities, perfect for the whole family. Each week, dive into a new hands-on project like clay sculpting, tie-dye, shrink dinks, printmaking, and more. The fee adjusts based on the activity, ensuring a fresh and fun experience […]
Museum admission required
Trivia Tuesday
Trivia Tuesday
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
2 events,
Wall Street Wednesday
Wall Street Wednesday
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.
Music Bingo @ EBC
Music Bingo @ EBC
Every other Wednesday is another addition of SONGO "music bingo". Bring your friends and compete in a fun sing along version of bingo for a chance at free drinks and other fun prizes. Game starts at 7PM. See you all there!
Free
2 events,
Spark Studio
Spark Studio
All Ages | Free with paid admission | Family style Spark Studio is designed to ignite creativity and imagination through hands-on exploration, including sensory experiences. Join us in our First Floor Art Studio for a facilitated creative session that encourages young artists to experiment with materials, explore textures, sounds, and colors, and discover the joy […]
Free with paid admission
Downtown @ Sundown
Downtown @ Sundown
Downtown at Sundown is a 5-week, outdoor music festival organized by the Brookings Area Chamber of Commerce 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 […]
2 events,
Playful Preschoolers
Playful Preschoolers
Ages 3-5 | Drop Off Optional | Registration Required | $25 ($20 members) Playful Preschoolers classes offer an opportunity to connect with new friends, explore new interests, and build new skills. Classes are hands-on and child-led. These camps are designed to provide children with a chance to learn through play and inquiry. Play along! Snack […]
$20 – $25
Play Dates
Play Dates
0-36 months | Free | Family Style | Registration Required Play Dates is a free experience designed for children ages 0-36 months and their grown-ups to connect, discover, play and explore through hands-on experiences. We invite parents, caregivers, and the little ones in your lives to join us for a special time of play and […]
2 events,
Farmers Market
Farmers Market
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 […]
Bluestem Saturday Cruise
Bluestem Saturday Cruise
If you seek a casual bicycle ride centered around having fun and seeing different parts of town, this might be the one for you. We ride from Bluestem to a park, enjoy a beer, ride to another park, enjoy a beer, etc. We compel nobody to drink, and we appreciate our sober friends. We carry […]