Displaying the talents of SDSU dancers, alums and community members, we celebrate a Christmas story, the story of a birth that changed the world, in hopes that this performance may inspire you to pause and return to your own story.
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The Farmers Market is a year round event! Join the vendors every first and third Saturday from November through April at the 5th Street Gym. 
You better watch out, you better not cry… Santa Claus is coming to The Nook! Mark your calendars and join us on Saturday, December 6, from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. for a morning full of holiday cheer! Santa will read a short story to all the kids, then stick around for professional photos by […] 
If you seek a casual bicycle ride centered around having fun, chilling, and seeing different parts of town, this might be the one for you. We pedal from park to park, taking a break at each to chat. Want to know if we are riding? Call us at 605.692.2453, email us at info@bluestembicycles.com or pop […] |
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Enjoy the Madison Avenue Dance Christmas Showcase at the Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center. |
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Could you use a no-cost, take-anywhere tool in your parenting tool kit? 🛠 With the winter holiday season coming up, now's the perfect time to harness the power of nurturing touch, to soothe and reconnect with your baby no matter how unpredictable your family's schedule gets 🍂❄️ This free infant massage class series will be […]
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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 […]
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Let’s get creative and de-stress with an easy activity! Art Journaling is creating a visual diary by combining collage, words, drawing, painting, photographs, and found objects. Artist Eileen Binkley will help you create mixed- media collages in a journal. Ages 12 and above are welcome. -No writing required. - Repeat attendees encouraged! - If you […]
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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
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 […]
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Join us for Drive to Donate at Valvoline Instant Oil Change! Drive to Donate is a recurring event held on the second Wednesday of each month, giving you the chance to support a different local cause each time you stop in! Interested in having your charity considered for a future event? Submit an application at […] 
Get into the holiday spirit by painting an adorable festive pup! With guided instruction, you’ll create a cheerful piece perfect for your seasonal decor or to give as a gift. Sip, paint, and have a good time! - All painting supplies and a hot chocolate is included! - Ages 12+
$35
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. |
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Step into the magic of the season at our Nordic Yule Market, open October 11 – January 10 at the South Dakota Art Museum Shop! Inspired by traditional Nordic and German holiday markets, this festive shopping experience features: Handcrafted gifts from Nordic and local artists (46 new venders!) Special events including live music, sip & […]
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Get ready for a night of books, brews, and good vibes! Join The Nook + Wooden Legs Brewing Co. for Books + Beer: A Grown-Up Book Fair on Thursday, December 11th from 5:00 to 8:00 PM! Remember the magic of the Scholastic Book Fair? We’re bringing that nostalgia back, only this time, there’s beer involved! […] 
Enjoy the spirit of the holidays with live music sung by the Brookings High School choir. |
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Cheer on your favorite team at the Brookings Winter Classic Tournament. All games are held at the Larson Ice Center. 
Dacotah Bank Center Winter Classic Cornhole TournamentDecember 12-13, 2025Brookings, South Dakota Save the date, more info to come! 
Be sure to bring your holiday wish list because Santa will be visiting the Museum during this 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 […]
Museum Admission
Join us for Game Night at Wooden Legs Brewing Company! We'll bring a bunch of games to play, and Wooden Legs has a bunch too. Feel free to bring a game or two to get going with a group if you'd like! While you're there, don't forget about Wooden Legs' delicious food and beverage options […]
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Get ready to jingle all the way into the holiday season! Join us for a holly jolly evening of festive fun, fabulous food, and merry music sure to warm your heart. We’ll have tasty treats, cheerful drinks, and entertainment that will have your toes tapping and spirits soaring. Come celebrate the most wonderful time of […] |
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Join the museum and the Brookings Farmers Market for our sixth annual Holiday Market at the Museum! Browse booths filled with your favorite farmers market vendors and stop by the museum store to cross some holiday shopping off your list! Check our website for a full list of vendors as the date gets closer.
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Join us for another FREE Community Art Day! Come get creative on Saturday, December 13th, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the South Dakota Art Museum (1036 Medary Ave., Brookings) with local artist and art teacher Karen Kinder! This month, we’ll continue our annual collectable ornament series with a brand new design: painted Christmas […]
If you seek a casual bicycle ride centered around having fun, chilling, and seeing different parts of town, this might be the one for you. We pedal from park to park, taking a break at each to chat. Want to know if we are riding? Call us at 605.692.2453, email us at info@bluestembicycles.com or pop […] |
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Cheer on the Jackrabbits as they host Ball State at the First Bank & Trust Arena |
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Could you use a no-cost, take-anywhere tool in your parenting tool kit? 🛠 With the winter holiday season coming up, now's the perfect time to harness the power of nurturing touch, to soothe and reconnect with your baby no matter how unpredictable your family's schedule gets 🍂❄️ This free infant massage class series will be […]
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Get in the holiday spirit with local artist Eileen Binkley as you paint some whimsical watercolor Christmas trees. -No experience necessary. -Supplies provided, but feel free to bring your own as well!
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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
Santa is visiting the Children’s Museum of South Dakota! Grab your camera and come visit Santa in Café Coteau. The Museum will be open for play until 7 pm as well! Still doing holiday shopping? Check out our toy store Play Central Toys & Books (No museum admission needed and your purchase supports our mission!) […] 
Cheer on the Bobcats as they host Huron. Girls Varsity: 6:00pm Boys Varsity: 7:30pm |
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Join us for our annual Christmas celebration at the BCOAC! There will be plenty of Christmas cheer for the whole family to enjoy!
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. 
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!
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Enroll in the December 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
Step into the magic of the season at our Nordic Yule Market, open October 11 – January 10 at the South Dakota Art Museum Shop! Inspired by traditional Nordic and German holiday markets, this festive shopping experience features: Handcrafted gifts from Nordic and local artists (46 new venders!) Special events including live music, sip & […] 
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 […] |
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The National Dart Association Regional Tournament returns to the Dacotah Bank Center this December! Players will compete in singles, doubles, and triples events with double elimination formats and the chance to win team dart entries and qualify for Team Dart 2026. 👉 For more information, qualification details, and hotel accommodations, please visit the National Dart Association website.
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Ages 5-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | $40 ($32 members) Join us for our Afternoon Maker Studio. Children ages 5-12 are welcome to join us in the Maker Studio for an afternoon of fun. Kick off winter break with an afternoon of festive fun! We’ll craft unique holiday treasures and hand-made ornaments perfect […]
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Doors open at 5:00 PM. Bar opens at 5:00 PM. Cheapest drinks in town! $3 sandwiches and $2 desserts are available from 5:30 PM through intermission, Buy bingo cards starting at 6:30 PM. Bingo starts at 7:00 PM. A variety of bingo games are played during each evening. Payouts range from $10 to $200! Payouts […] |
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The Farmers Market is a year round event! Join the vendors every first and third Saturday from November through April at the 5th Street Gym.
The National Dart Association Regional Tournament returns to the Dacotah Bank Center this December! Players will compete in singles, doubles, and triples events with double elimination formats and the chance to win team dart entries and qualify for Team Dart 2026. 👉 For more information, qualification details, and hotel accommodations, please visit the National Dart Association website.
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Celebrate the season with a beautiful, handcrafted floral centerpiece! Join Sheri Vaughn of Hand Tied Floral for a cozy winter workshop where you’ll design an elegant arrangement full of festive blooms and greenery, perfect for your holiday gatherings or as a thoughtful host gift. All materials are included, and you’ll leave with a finished piece […]
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The National Dart Association Regional Tournament returns to the Dacotah Bank Center this December! Players will compete in singles, doubles, and triples events with double elimination formats and the chance to win team dart entries and qualify for Team Dart 2026. 👉 For more information, qualification details, and hotel accommodations, please visit the National Dart Association website.
Pancakes, sausage and eggs for $8. Biscuits and gravy, sausage and eggs for $8. Pancakes AND biscuits and gravy, sausage and eggs for $10. Kids under 2 are free. Kids 3-7 years old are $5. VFW George Dokken Post #2118 520 Main Avenue Brookings, SD 57006
Cheer on the Jackrabbits as they host Texas at the First Bank & Trust Arena. |
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Ages 6-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | $72 ($57.60 members) Get ready to mix, mold, squish, and sculpt! This sensory-rich day camp is packed with hands-on fun—think slime, clay, oobleck, play dough, and more. Campers will create take-home masterpieces and explore the science and art behind their favorite squishy materials. A perfect day […]
$57.60 – $72
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School may be out, but we are OPEN for a special Monday day of PLAY!
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School may be out, but we are OPEN for a special Monday day of PLAY!
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Ages 6-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | $72 ($57.60 members) Lights, camera, action! Step into the spotlight during this one-day theater camp where you help bring a children’s book to life on stage! Campers will work together to create a mini production—designing costumes, building the set, and directing their own scenes. Whether you […]
$57.60 – $72
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 […]
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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. 
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 […]
Doors open at 5:00 PM. Bar opens at 5:00 PM. Cheapest drinks in town! $3 sandwiches and $2 desserts are available from 5:30 PM through intermission, Buy bingo cards starting at 6:30 PM. Bingo starts at 7:00 PM. A variety of bingo games are played during each evening. Payouts range from $10 to $200! Payouts […] |
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Doors open at 5:00 PM. Bar opens at 5:00 PM. Cheapest drinks in town! $3 sandwiches and $2 desserts are available from 5:30 PM through intermission, Buy bingo cards starting at 6:30 PM. Bingo starts at 7:00 PM. A variety of bingo games are played during each evening. Payouts range from $10 to $200! Payouts […] |
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If you seek a casual bicycle ride centered around having fun, chilling, and seeing different parts of town, this might be the one for you. We pedal from park to park, taking a break at each to chat. Want to know if we are riding? Call us at 605.692.2453, email us at info@bluestembicycles.com or pop […] |
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Join us for Silent Book Club at the Nook on the 4th Sunday of each month. Enjoy a quiet, cozy space to read together without conversation. Bring your own book, e-reader, or audiobook (headphones required), or purchase something from our shelves. Schedule: * 12:00 PM Quiet reading hour * 1:00 PM Optional socializing, or keep […] |
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Could you use a no-cost, take-anywhere tool in your parenting tool kit? 🛠 With the winter holiday season coming up, now's the perfect time to harness the power of nurturing touch, to soothe and reconnect with your baby no matter how unpredictable your family's schedule gets 🍂❄️ This free infant massage class series will be […]
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Ages 6-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | $72 ($57.60 members) Explore the delicious world of food and art at Culinary Creations Camp! Campers will learn to combine texture, color, and balance to create edible masterpieces. From vibrant fruit dishes to savory creations, this camp is all about crafting flavorful, visually stunning foods! Please bring a sack lunch.
$57.60 – $72
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 […]
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Ages 6-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | $72 ($57.60 members) Join us for a festive New Year’s Celebrations Camp, where campers will craft party hats, create their own noisemakers, and get ready to ring in the new year with a special noon countdown. This fun-filled camp is perfect for young party planners who […]
$57.60 – $72
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You don’t have to stay up late to celebrate the New Year! Celebrate Noon Year’s Eve at the Children’s Museum of South Dakota. Confetti, party hats, and more. Regular admission rates apply.
Museum Admission
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. |
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Cheer on your favorite team at the Brookings Winter Classic Tournament. All games are held at the Larson Ice Center.
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Ages 6-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | $72 ($57.60 members) Join us for a festive New Year’s Celebrations Camp, where campers will craft party hats, create their own noisemakers, and get ready to ring in the new year with a special noon countdown. This fun-filled camp is perfect for young party planners who […]
$57.60 – $72
Doors open at 5:00 PM. Bar opens at 5:00 PM. Cheapest drinks in town! $3 sandwiches and $2 desserts are available from 5:30 PM through intermission, Buy bingo cards starting at 6:30 PM. Bingo starts at 7:00 PM. A variety of bingo games are played during each evening. Payouts range from $10 to $200! Payouts […] |
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The Farmers Market is a year round event! Join the vendors every first and third Saturday from November through April at the 5th Street Gym.
If you seek a casual bicycle ride centered around having fun, chilling, and seeing different parts of town, this might be the one for you. We pedal from park to park, taking a break at each to chat. Want to know if we are riding? Call us at 605.692.2453, email us at info@bluestembicycles.com or pop […] |
