Visit Brookings

Bluestem Saturday Cruise
2024-12-14 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.

SDSU Football vs. Incarnate Word - FCS Quarterfinals
2024-12-14 11:00 - 16:30 | Dana J. Dykhouse Stadium, 1396 Stadium Rd, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
SDSU will host a quarterfinal game on Saturday at 11am against Incarnate Word.
Game day information regarding parking, ticketing and tailgating can be found at South Dakota State Jackrabbits Athletics.
Find additional event information at SDSU here.
If you’re planning on getting some new Jackrabbit gear, stop in at Jackrabbit Central located at 416 Main Ave.
Be sure to check the Visit Brookings website www.visitbrookingssd.com for hotels, restaurants and other things to do before or after the game.

Author Signing with CK Van Dam
2024-12-14 10:30 - 12:00 | SD
Join us at the Nook on Saturday, December 14th from 10:30 am – noon to meet author CK Van Dam.
CK Van Dam is a daughter of the Dakota prairies. She writes historical fiction/western romance about strong women who have built our nation and our world. Join us to meet the author + learn more about her work!

Winter Classic Cornhole Tournament
2024-12-14 10:00 - 21:00, 2024-12-13 16:00 - 21:00 | Dacotah Bank Center, 824 32nd Avenue, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Get ready for two days of competitive cornhole fun, food & drink specials, and lots of chances to win! Join us at the Dacotah Bank Center for an event you won’t want to miss.
Schedule Highlights
Friday, Dec 13

4 PM – Early Bird Blind Draw
7 PM – ACL Swap

Saturday, Dec 14

10 AM – Doors Open
11 AM – Early Bird Blind Draw
3 PM – Doubles Round Robin
~7 PM – ACL Swap

Event Details

All Events: $20/player, 80% payout
Doubles Round Robin (Sat): $40/team, 6-game minimum
Sit & Goes: $10 as time allows

Important Notes

ACL Local Point Events – no membership required
Pre-register at iplaycornhole.com
ACL-approved bags only; some provided if needed

Come on out, toss some bags, and have a blast with us! Thanks for supporting Fish ON Target Cornhole and Dacotah Bank Center!

Holiday Market at the Museum
2024-12-14 09:00 - 13:00 | South Dakota Agricultural Heritage Museum, 977 11th Street, Brookings, SD, 57007, United States
Join the museum and the Brookings Farmers Market for our fifth 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!

Undercover Band Live at Skinner's
2024-12-13 20:30 - 23:30 | Skinner’s Pub
Undercover is coming back to Brookings…go Jacks!!

BHS Varsity Basketball Double Header vs. Watertown
2024-12-13 18:30 - 22:00 | Brookings High School, 530 Elm Avenue, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Cheer on the Bobcats as they take on Watertown.
Girls varsity plays at 6:30 pm
Boys varsity plays at 8:00 pm

Mistletoe Mayhem
2024-12-13 18:00 - 22:30 | SD
Experience Mistletoe Mayhem: Dinner & Improvanopolis Show, merging fine dining with holiday-themed improv comedy! The night kicks off at 5PM with a social hour, followed by a chef-crafted meal at 6PM. Dietary concerns? Email info@dacotahbankcenter.com beforehand. Dinner includes a winter-inspired dinner featuring a honey garlic stuffed rib chop, perfectly paired with rosemary roasted Yukon potatoes and tender asparagus drizzled in a rich cream sauce. A fresh spinach Caprese salad adds a vibrant touch, while sweet potato maple cheesecake provides a decadent finish. Warm dinner rolls complete this satisfying meal. At 7PM, enjoy unscripted improv comedy by Improvanopolis. Expect spontaneous, uproarious moments in both long and short-form improv, reminiscent of “Whose Line Is It Anyway”. Ideal for business parties, friend gatherings, unique dates, or a fun night out, Mistletoe Mayhem promises laughter and gourmet delight!

Limited seats; book now! Note: Mature audience event (18+).

Sale Dates and Times:
Public Onsale : Fri, 18 Oct 2024 at 10:00 AM

BPL Game Night at Wooden Legs
2024-12-13 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.

Linocut Holiday Cards
2024-12-13 17:30 - 20:30 | Brookings Arts Council, 524 4th Street, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Get into the holiday spirit by making some linocut Holiday Cards. Local art teacher Shelby Meyer will guide you through this fun printmaking process.

No experience required.
Supplies will be provided.
Ages 9+, children under 12 should be accompanied by an adult.

Sensory Friendly Play Featuring Santa
2024-12-13 17:00 - 20:00 | SD
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 and sensory accommodations. Service providers and therapists are welcome to accompany students/clients. 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 space available if families bring a packed meal

If your child needs specific accommodations to attend, participate, or engage in play at our museum, please call 605-692-6700.
To be reminded of upcoming Sensory Friendly Play events, register for our SFP email list.

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Accessible Board Game Day
2024-12-13 13:00 - 15:00 | Brookings Public Library, 515 3rd Street, Brookings, SD, 57006-2022, United States
Come enjoy disability and neurodivergent-friendly activities at the Brookings Public Library that are accessible, adaptable, and welcoming. Activities are free and open to the public.All ages are welcome. Please contact mneubauer@cityofbrookings-sd.gov with any questions

Girls 15U "B" Tournament - Brookings Winter Classic
2024-12-13 - 2024-12-15 | Larson Ice Center, 924 32nd Ave, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
All tournaments will be held at the Larson Ice Center in Brookings, SD.
Guaranteed 3 games most will be 4
All games will be played under USA Hockey Rules as modified by SD Hockey.

Brookings School District Winter Band Concert
2024-12-12 19:00 - 21:00 | SD
The Brookings School District is hosting a winter band concert on December 12 at the Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center.

Santa is Coming to Cubby's!
2024-12-12 17:00 - 19:00 | Cubby’s Sports Bar and Gril, 307 Main Ave, Brookings, 57006, United States
He’s making a list and checking it twice! Visit with Santa at Cubby’s Sports Bar & Grill on Thursday, Dec. 12 from 5-7pm.

Santa is Coming to Town!
2024-12-12 15:30 - 18:30 | Mills Property Management, 630 Western Ave, Brookings, South Dakota, 57006, United States
Mills Property Management invites you to meet Santa & Mrs. Claus and a few of his reindeer! Get a free photo taken with the jolly ole fella and Mrs. Claus.

Spark Studio
2024-12-12 10:30 - 11:30 | Children’s Museum of South Dakota, 521 4th Street, Brookings, SD, 57006
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 of making. Spark Studio is the perfect place to unleash creativity and engage in sensory exploration.

SDSU Women's Basketball vs. Dakota Wesleyan
2024-12-11 19:00 - 22:00 | First Bank & Trust Arena, 1165 Jackrabbit Ave., Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Cheer on the Jacks as they play Dakota Wesleyan at the First Bank & Trust Arena.

Wall Street Wednesday
2024-12-11 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.

Music Bingo @ EBC
2024-12-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Eponymous Brewing Company, 126 Main Ave, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
This 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!

Adult Bingo at Strikerz
2024-12-11 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!

Trivia Tuesday
2024-12-10 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+.

BHS Girls Varsity Gymnastics Jamboree
2024-12-10 18:00 - 20:30 | Brookings High School, 530 Elm Avenue, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Cheer on the Bobcats at the varsity jamboree event.

Gingerbread Canvas Class
2024-12-10 18:00 - 19:30 | Brookings Public Library, 515 3rd Street, Brookings, SD, 57006-2022, United States
Learn to paint a gingerbread house, step by step! All materials are provided.

Ages 13+. Click here to register starting December 3.

Vintage Christmas Trees
2024-12-10 17:30 - 19:00 | Brookings Arts Council, 524 4th Street, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Get in the holiday spirit with local artist Eileen Binkley as you paint some vintage inspired Christmas trees. Use fun 60s-themed colors like pink, mint green, and turquoise to make your tree feel like a mid-century masterpiece.
-No experience necessary.
-Supplies provided, but feel free to bring your own as well!

Make-n-Take Tuesdays
2024-12-10 17:00 - 19:00 | Children’s Museum of South Dakota, 521 4th Street, Brookings, SD, 57006
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 every time. Come create something unique to take home and enjoy!

Coteau’s Community Meal
2024-12-10 16:00 - 18:30 | Children’s Museum of South Dakota, 521 4th Street, Brookings, SD, 57006
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:
– Spaghetti with Garlic Breadstick
– Vegan and Gluten Free options available
Café Coteau is open to the public.
The Children’s Museum of South Dakota is open until 7 pm on Tuesday nights!

Story Time
2024-12-10 10:30 - 11:00 | Children’s Museum of South Dakota, 521 4th Street, Brookings, SD, 57006
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 with every turn of the page.

SDSU Softball Pitching Camps
2024-12-09 19:15 - 20:15 | Jackrabbit Softball Stadium, 1505 Jackrabbit Ave, Brookings, SD, 57007, United States
The Softball Pitching Camps are for beginner to intermediate softball pitchers just learning how to pitch, wanting to learn more pitches, or find out ways to gain more velocity. The camp will be run indoors with a maximum of 20 pitchers. Please bring turf shoes or running shoes or molded cleats, and all pitchers MUST BRING THEIR OWN CATCHER. You will learn some individual fixes to help you become a better pitcher, learn drills that our SDSU pitchers do weekly, and learn more about your own pitching style.
Location
Sanford Jackrabbit Athletic Complex – Indoor 1015 Campanile Ave Brookings, SD 57006
(Enter from the NE Doors)
Additional Information
If a camper will require any accommodations due to special needs, we ask that you notify us via email or in writing of those needs a minimum of two weeks prior to the camp start date so we can make the accommodations.
Questions Contact
Assistant Coach Joshua Bertke | joshua.bertke@sdstate.edu
