Region 2B One Act Play Festival
2026-01-21 09:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center, 1601 University Boulevard, Brookings, SD, 57007
Watch the 2B region during the One Act Play Festival the Oscar Larson Theatre.

BHS Wrestling Varsity Dual vs Brandon Valley
2026-01-20 18:00 - 20:30 | Brookings High School Auxiliary Gym, 530 Elm Ave, Brookings, SD, 57006
Cheer on the Bobcats as they host Brandon Valley

BHS Gymnastics: Girls Varsity Triangular
2026-01-20 17:30 - 19:30 | Brookings High School, 530 Elm Avenue, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Cheer on the Bobcats as they host the Girls Varsity Gymnastic Triangular

Special Monday Opening
2026-01-19 10:00 - 17:00 | Children’s Museum of South Dakota, 521 4th Street, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
School may be out, but we are OPEN for a special Monday day of PLAY!

Clay All Day Camp
2026-01-19 09:00 - 17:00 | 521 4th St, Brookings, SD 57006
Get ready for a full day of hands-on creativity in our Clay All Day camp! Campers will explore a variety of clays, including earthenware, air-dry, and paper clay, while learning different techniques to shape and mold their creations. From sculpting unique art pieces to crafting functional objects, this class offers endless opportunities for artistic expression! Please bring a sack lunch.
Ages 6-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | $72 ($57.60 members)

SDSU Baseball: Winter Prospect Camp
2026-01-18 10:00 - 18:00 | Sanford-Jackrabbit Athletic Complex, Jackrabbit Avenue, Brookings, SD, 57007
Prospect Camps are open to 2026-2029 high school graduates and junior college sophomores with the desire to be identified for their next opportunity. The camp kicks off with an instructional segment that provides each player with the opportunity to learn from and train with one of our coaches at their primary position. Later in the morning, position players will showcase their talents and be evaluated in a pro-style workout. The pro-style workout will include running times along with a defensive and offensive evaluation. In the afternoon, pitchers and 2-way players will have the opportunity to get on the mound and be evaluated.
We have three different registration options available.
The first option is reserved for prospects that would like to showcase their ability as a 2-way player, pitch and a position.
The second option is reserved for prospects that would like to showcase their ability as a position player only.
The third option is reserved for prospects that would like to only showcase their ability on the mound. This pitcher only will be asked to arrive at Noon and will first hop into our instructional segment with our pitching coach, Michael Newstrom. In the afternoon, they will showcase their ability on the mound.
Lunch will not be provided. There will be a 15-30 minute lunch break. Bring snacks, power bars, etc…
This camp is open to any and all individuals in the defined age range and junior college players with the desire to be identified for their next opportunity.
There cannot be any recruiting contact/communication with any junior college non-qualifiers who are in their first year of enrollment.
Time and format are subject to change.

Third Sunday Breakfast at VFW
2026-01-18 09:30 - 13:00 | VFW: George Dokken Post, 520 Main Avenue, Brookings, SD, 57006
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

Jacks Club Hockey vs Augustana
2026-01-17 20:30 - 23:00 | Larson Ice Center, 924 32nd Ave, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Cheer on the SDSU Jacks Club Hockey team as they host Augustana at the Larson Ice Center.

Bluestem Saturday Cruise
2026-01-17 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-01-10 17:00 - 19:00 | 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 Men's Basketball vs. Kansas City
2026-01-17 16:15 - 19:00 | First Bank & Trust Arena, 1165 Jackrabbit Ave., Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Cheer on the Jacks at the First Bank & Trust Arena

SDSU Women's Basketball vs. North Dakota State
2026-01-17 14:00 - 17:00 | First Bank & Trust Arena, 1165 Jackrabbit Ave., Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Cheer on the Jacks at First Bank & Trust Arena

Winter Farmers Market
2026-01-17 09:00 - 12:00 | Fifth Street Gym, 606 5th Street, Brookings, SD, 57006
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.

Jacks Club Hockey vs Augustana
2026-01-16 19:00 - 21:30 | Larson Ice Center, 924 32nd Ave, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Cheer on the SDSU Jacks Club Hockey team as they host Augustana at the Larson Ice Center.
Time is TBD.

Bingo at VFW
2026-01-16 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-01-14 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-01-09 19:00 - 21:00 | VFW: George Dokken Post, 520 Main Avenue, Brookings, SD, 57006
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 are split between all good BINGOs during that game.

BHS Varsity Basketball Double Header vs Mitchell
2026-01-16 18:00 - 20:30 | Brookings High School, 530 Elm Avenue, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Cheer on the Bobcats as they host Mitchell
Girls Varsity: 6:00pm
Boys Varsity: 7:30pm

Winter Classic - Termite & Mite
2026-01-16 08:00 - 2026-01-18 17:00 | Larson Ice Center, 924 32nd Ave, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Cheer on your favorite team at the Brookings Winter Classic Tournament. All games are held at the Larson Ice Center.

The Brookings Home Team C21 Winter Classic Boy’s Weekend
2026-01-16 - 2026-01-18 | Fishback Indoor Training Facility, 3105 Main Ave S, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
All Games on 50x30y Soccer Specific Artificial Turf Field

1 game per time slot

U13-U14 – 6v6 – max roster of 12

U15-U19 – 5v5 – max roster of 10

Outdoor Ball (size 5)

5 Minute Warmup for each game

Expanded Parking Lot

Champions receive Championship Banners

Yours on the Spot Apparel

Friday Evening games for local teams

SDSU Women's Basketball vs. Denver
2026-01-15 19:00 - 21:00 | First Bank & Trust Arena, 1165 Jackrabbit Ave., Brookings, SD, 57006, United States

Drive to Donate
2026-01-14 07:30 - 18:00 | Valvoline Instant Oil Change, 1019 6th St, Brookings, ND, 57006, United States
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 trustedtirend.com/vioc.

January Make & Take Monday - Farm Animal Magnets
2026-01-12 14:30 - 17:00 | South Dakota Agricultural Heritage Museum, 977 11th Street, Brookings, SD, 57007, United States
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 each month.
In January, we’re making farm animal magnets.

SDSU Women's Basketball vs. Oral Roberts
2026-01-10 13:00 - 16:30 | First Bank & Trust Arena, 1165 Jackrabbit Ave., Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Cheer on the Jacks at the First Bank & Trust Arena.

Jacks Club Hockey vs North Dakota State
2026-01-10 12:00 - 14:30, 2026-01-09 12:00 - 14:00 | Larson Ice Center, 924 32nd Ave, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Cheer on the SDSU Jacks Club Hockey team as they host North Dakota State at the Larson Ice Center.
Time is TBD.

BHS Gymnastics: Girls Varsity Invitational
2026-01-10 10:00 - 18:30 | Brookings High School, 530 Elm Avenue, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Cheer on the Bobcats as they host the Girls Varsity Invitational

BPL Game Night at Wooden Legs
2026-01-09 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 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 too.

If you’re coming on your own, make sure to say hi to one of the two Library staff members there! We’ll introduce you to a group to play with.

Sensory Friendly Play
2026-01-09 16:00 - 19:00 | Children’s Museum of South Dakota, 521 4th Street, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
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 following adaptations:
– Service providers as well as service pets are welcome
– Less crowded environment
– Designated quiet rooms
– Adaptive equipment
– Adaptive art tools
– 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. Do you want to be reminded of these events? Sign up for our email list!

Winter Classic - Girls 19U A
2026-01-09 08:00 - 2026-01-11 17:00 | Larson Ice Center, 924 32nd Ave, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
