Bluestem Saturday Cruise
2024-04-06 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Bluestem Bicycles, 405 Main Ave, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
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 in at our shop at 405 Main Ave.

Nail the Runway 2024
2024-04-06 18:00 - 21:00 | Dacotah Bank Center, 824 32nd Avenue, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Nail the Runway is our annual fundraiser where we offer a formal gala dinner and put on a unique fashion show. Every outfit displayed on the runway on the night of April 6th is designed and constructed by local designers, modeled by local talent, and judged by local “celebrity” judges in various categories to compete to win one of the coveted awards for the evening! The catch is that each outfit has to be made from at least 50% construction materials and feature the year’s primary design element (this year is CARPET) — a unique and fun challenge that can really tickle the creativity of anyone who’s interested in designing.

2024 Ice Show: Skating through the Decades
2024-04-06 19:00 - 20:30, 2024-04-07 14:00 - 15:30 | Larson Ice Center, 924 32nd Ave, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Skating through the Decades
Come watch Brookings Figure Skating Clubs Annual Ice Show. Over 50 of our members, ages 4 to 18, perform to songs from the 50’s through the 2000’s. Two performances to choose from, April 6th at 7pm or April 7th at 2pm. Discounted tickets available now from any member or at Hyvee Guest Services. Tickets available for $7 students or $9 Adults at the door day of show.

Lizzy Hofer Band at Skinner's Pub
2024-04-06 21:00 - 23:59 | Skinner’s Pub
Come to Skinners for the Lizzy Hofer Band! Will be lots of new songs and variety!

SDSU Softball vs. Kansas City
2024-04-07 11:00 - 14:30 | Jackrabbit Softball Stadium, 1505 Jackrabbit Ave, Brookings, SD, 57007, United States
Cheer on the SDSU Softball team as they take on Kansas City.

Wine Down Yoga @ Mosaic
2024-04-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Mosaic Wine Bar & Small Plates
Join us for yoga and wine flights at Mosaic Wine Bar + Small Plates!
We will flow and stretch, then continue to “wine down” with specially prepared wine flights! Grab a friend and your yoga mat to join us for the relaxing evening – yoga will be for all levels.
Space will be limited – registration is required to reserve your spot.
Investment: $35 members, $40 non-members
Location: 225 Main Ave, Brookings
Please dress comfortably and bring your yoga mat. Class will begin at 6pm, plan to arrive 10-15 minutes early to get settled in.
*All workshop fees are final, no refunds.

April Make & Take Monday - Flower Suncatcher Windchimes
2024-04-08 14:30 - 17:00 | South Dakota Agricultural Heritage Museum, 977 11th Street, Brookings, SD, 57007, United States
Stop by the museum on the second 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.
In April, we are making flower suncatcher windchimes.

Watercolor Cat Silhouette
2024-04-08 17:30 - 19:00 | Brookings Arts Council, 524 4th Street, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Where are my crazy cat ladies (and gentlemen) at? Join artist Eileen Binkley to draw (or trace) a cat silhouette and fill it with the subject matter of your choice; ideas include florals, the galaxy, or fruits. Then we will paint our “pawtraits” with watercolor.

– No experience necessary, perfect for beginners as well anyone who wants to brush up on their painting foundations
– All supplies included, but feel free to bring your own from home if you’d like to learn to use them.

BHS Tennis Boys Varsity Triangular
2024-04-09 11:00 - 17:00, 2024-04-11 11:00 - 17:00 | Brookings Hillcrest Tennis Courts
Cheer on the Brookings Bobcats at Hillcrest Tennis Courts!

SDSU Baseball vs. Northwestern (Iowa)
2024-04-09 15:00 - 17:00 | Erv Huether Field, 1410 Jackrabbit Ave., Brookings, SD, 57007, United States
SDSU Jackrabbits take on the Red Raiders at Erv Huether Field.

Coteau’s Community Meal
2024-04-09 16:00 - 18:30 | SD
Join us for a $5 community meal!
We’ve designed these meals as a way to bring the community together to share a simple, healthy, prepared meal for low cost. Invite a friend and dine with us!
On the menu:
– Half Wraps with Diced Fruit; Choice of Buffalo Chicken or Mediterranean
– Vegan option available
Café Coteau is open to the public.
The Children’s Museum of South Dakota is open until 7 pm on Tuesday nights!

Trivia Tuesday
2024-04-09 19:30 - 22:00 | Wooden Legs Brewing Company, 309 5th Street, Ste 100, Brookings, SD, 57006
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 getting here early to grab yours! Trivia is 21+.

Friends of the Brookings Public Library Spring Book Sale
2024-04-10 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-04-10 17:30 - 2024-04-14 15:00 | Brookings Public Library, 515 3rd Street, Brookings, SD, 57006-2022, United States
It’s time for the Spring Friends of the Brookings Public Library Book Sale! We’ll have plenty of gently used books, DVDs, CDs, board games, and more for purchase. All proceeds benefit the Brookings Public Library. Most items are $2 or under.
BOOK SALE DATES:
Wednesday, April 10 – 5:30-7:30 MEMBERS ONLY NIGHT
Become a Friend of the Library and get early access to our book sale on our Members Only night! $10 annual memberships are sold and renewed at the door or can be purchased ahead of time online at https://bit.ly/FOLjoin.
Thursday, April 11 – 9:30am-7:30pm
Friday, April 12 – 9:30am-5:00pm
Saturday, April 13 – 9:30am-5:00pm
Sunday, April 14 – 1:00pm-3:00pm
Cash and check accepted; credit/debit cards accepted with purchases over $10.

Pet Pencil Cups
2024-04-10 17:30 - 19:30 | Brookings Arts Council, 524 4th Street, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Learn to make and paint a custom vase or pencil cup in the shape of your pet with ceramicist Shelby Meyer!

This is a TWO PART class—making the first session, glazing the second

All supplies included, but make sure to bring plenty of reference photos of your pet from multiple angles!

No age limit, but children 13 and under should be accompanied by an adult

All materials used should wash out of clothing and smocks are available, but you may want to wear clothes you’re okay with getting messy in!

Music Bingo @ EBC
2024-04-10 19:00 - 21:00 | Eponymous Brewing Company, 126 Main Ave, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Bring your friends and compete for Eponymous prizes and other fun prizes may be in store! Games start at 7pm!

Adult Bingo at Strikerz
2024-04-10 19:00 - 21:00 | The Lanes, 722 Western Ave, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
The Strikerz Bar & Grill hosts weekly bingo just for the adults!

Comedy Room Presents: Whitest Kid Wednesday with Timmy Williams!
2024-04-10 19:00 - 21:00 | Wooden Legs Brewing Company, 309 5th Street, Ste 100, Brookings, SD, 57006
Timmy Williams is an idiot who is also a comedian and writer and dad from South Dakota. Timmy is one-fifth of The Whitest Kids U’ Know, who had a sketch comedy show on IFC TV and are now finishing up their animated movie “MARS!” Timmy has also been seen on Tru TV’s “World’s Dumbest” and can be heard on KXLG in Watertown, making commercials that are deeply, deeply silly
The Whitest Kids U’ Know (WKUK) is an American sketch comedy show starring a comedy troupe of the same name. The group consisted of Trevor Moore, Zach Cregger, Sam Brown, Timmy Williams and Darren Trumeter, though other actors occasionally appeared in their sketches. They were accepted into the HBO U.S. Comedy Arts Festival in 2006 and won the award for Best Sketch Group.
Hosted by fan favorite ZACH DRESCH!
Join your fellow Downtown Brookings professionals for an unforgettable Wednesday comedy night at The Comedy Room at Wooden Legs Brewing Company!
Sip on beers & wine as you laugh your sorrows away! Network! Market! Mingle!
Additional beverages & food are available for purchase.
Perfect for date night or a fun night out with friends, our Wednesday comedy experience promises to be an evening filled with laughter, comedy, & beer 🙂
Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to unwind and indulge in three of our favorite things – beer, comedy, & beer!

Wall Street Wednesday
2024-04-10 19:00 - 22:00 | Wooden Legs Brewing Company, 309 5th Street, Ste 100, Brookings, SD, 57006
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.

Optimist Jazz Festival
2024-04-11 08:00 - 17:30 | Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center, 1601 University Boulevard, Brookings, SD, 57007
Instrumental and vocal jazz ensembles of all levels are cordially invited to participate in the 19th Annual SDSU/Brookings Optimist Jazz Festival! The Festival will be held on Thursday, Apr. 11, 2024 at the expanded Performing Arts Center.

2024 Jumpstart Your Wellness
2024-04-11 17:00 - 18:30 | SDSU Alumni Center, 815 Medary Avenue, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
SDSU students, alumni, and friends are invited to join the SDSU Alumni Association for an event that promises to move you, motivate you, and help you further invest in your wellness. Experience three dynamic and educational presentations and walk away ready to take the next step in your wellness journey. You don’t want to miss it!
Doors open at 5:00pm and event begins 5:30pm to 6:30pm.
RSVP to reserve your seat.

Buckles and Bling 2024
2024-04-11 18:00 - 21:00 | Club 71 at Dana J. Dykhouse Stadium, 1396 Stadium Rd, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Support SDSU Rodeo during this year’s Buckles & Bling on April 11, 2024 at the Dana J Dykhouse Stadium (1396 Stadium Rd., Brookings, SD).
All proceeds will fund SDSU Rodeo travel and practices. SDSU Rodeo Alumni and students will host the event, including a buffet meal, team presentations, scholarship presentations, live auction items including a team calcutta and silent auction items. The social hour starts at 6:00 p.m. with dinner and the auction to follow at 7:00 p.m..
Parking is located directly west of the Dana J Dykhouse Stadium on the South Dakota State University campus.
Enter the stadium through the First PREMIER Bank entrance on the west side of the stadium. Use the elevators located to the right after entering and go up to the club level. Club 71 will be to the left after exiting the elevators.

Swing Dancing at the Brookings Activity Center
2024-04-11 18:30 - 19:30 | Brookings Activity Center, 320 5th Avenue, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Swing Dancing Class
Come try out swing dancing! SDSU Swing Dancing Club will walk you through the steps and then you’ll get a chance to practice. Please wear clothes that you can move and groove in. No registration is required.

Swing Dancing Class
2024-04-11 18:30 - 20:30 | Brookings Activity Center, 320 5th Avenue, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Come try out swing dancing! SDSU Swing Dancing Club will walk you through the steps and then you’ll get a chance to practice. Please wear clothes that you can move and groove in.
Please note: this event will be held at the Brookings Activity Center so we have space to dance!

Accent Vocal Concert
2024-04-11 19:30 - 22:00 | Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center, 1601 University Boulevard, Brookings, SD, 57007
Come and enjoy an international touring vocal jazz group perform at the beautiful Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center! This concert is in conjunction with the Brookings Optimist Jazz Festival.

Pottery Wheel Lesson
2024-04-12 14:00 - 16:00 | Brookings Arts Council, 524 4th Street, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Join us at the BAC with a local ceramicist to learn how to use a pottery wheel!

Only 4 spots open for each class

This class is 2 sessions, each approx. 2 hours long

All supplies included in the cost of the class

No experience necessary

Materials used will generally wash out of clothing, but wear things you’re okay with getting a bit muddy!

Short fingernails are helpful for this class.

Dates & Times
Making: Friday, April 12th – 2-4pm
Glazing: Thursday, April 25th – 5:30-7:30pm

BPL Game Night at Wooden Legs
2024-04-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Wooden Legs Brewing Company, 309 5th Street, Ste 100, Brookings, SD, 57006
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.

SDSU Jackrabbit Stampede Rodeo
2024-04-12 19:30 - 22:00 | Dacotah Bank Center, 824 32nd Avenue, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Experience the thrill and excitement at the 68th annual Jackrabbit Stampede Rodeo, presented by South Dakota State University’s esteemed rodeo team and produced by Sutton Rodeo. This spectacular event will unfold at the Dacotah Bank Center in Brookings, SD, featuring an array of electrifying performances. Mark your calendars for back-to-back action starting Friday, April 12, through Saturday, April 13. Tickets will be available starting Friday, January 26, at the Active Heating Box Office and can be purchased online at www.Ticketmaster.com.
