Frost Fest Open Skate
2026-02-15 15:30 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Larson Ice Center, 924 32nd Ave, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Public skating opportunity at Larson Ice Center
Admission: $5
Skate Rental: $5

SDSU Wrestling: Jackrabbits Open
2026-02-15 10:00 - 17:30 | Sanford-Jackrabbit Athletic Complex, Jackrabbit Avenue, Brookings, SD, 57007
Cheer on the Jacks at Sanford-Jackrabbit Athletic Complex
Time is TBD.

Third Sunday Breakfast at VFW
2026-02-15 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

The Imani Winds
2026-02-14 19:30 - 21:00 | Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center, 1601 University Boulevard, Brookings, SD, 57007
Sponsored by the Patricia Noethe Pierce Visiting Artists in Residence Fund.
Celebrating over a quarter century of music making, the four-time Grammy-nominated group has led both a revolution and evolution of the wind quintet through its dynamic playing, adventurous programming, imaginative collaborations and outreach endeavors that have inspired audiences of all ages and backgrounds.
Recent and upcoming projects include a new double quintet by Arturo Sandoval, featuring Boston Brass; a Jessie Montgomery composition inspired by her great-grandfather’s migration from the American south to the north; and a work by Carlos Simon celebrating iconic figures of the African American community. These commissioned works and more are a part of the long-standing Legacy Commissioning Project. Reflecting on the issues of mass incarceration, Imani Winds 11th studio recording, “BeLonging” by and with Andy Akiho, was released in June 2024 and is nominated for a 2025 Grammy award.
Twenty-seven seasons of full-time touring has brought Imani Winds to virtually every major chamber music series, performing arts center and summer festival in the U.S. The musicians regularly perform in prominent venues including Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center and the Kennedy Center and have a presence at festivals such as Chamber Music Northwest, Chautauqua Institution and Banff Centre.

Garden Glow Reignited!
2026-02-14 17:00 - 21:00, 2026-02-13 17:00 - 21:00 | McCrory Gardens, 631 22nd Ave, BROOKINGS, SD, 57006, United States
Friday, 2/13/26 and Saturday, 2/14/26
5pm – 9pm (last admission for the night 8:30pm)
$5 plus tax as admission for the general public (6 years old and older)
FREE: members, SDSU Students, SDSU employees, anyone 5 years and younger
No pre-registration required.
Hot cocoa hut up and running as we do during Garden Glow.
Doggie Date Night for each date
$1 per pup
Igloo rentals: $50 + tax/fees
Rent an igloo here!
5:30 – 7pm
7:30pm – 9pm
Included in your igloo rental is a heated space for up to six people to gather, hot chocolate, popcorn and candies!

Bluestem Saturday Cruise
2026-02-14 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.

Valentine's Slay Roller Derby Double Header
2026-02-14 16:00 - 20:00 | Brookings County Outdoor Adventure Center, 2810 22nd Ave South, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Join us for an epic double header hosted by Brookings Area Roller Derby! Formerly known as Midwest Maidens Roller Derby.
Featuring junior roller derby teams, SoDak Attack and MN Frostbite, followed by the main event, Cupid’s Killjoys VS The Dating App Disasters!
Doors open at 4pm, Junior Game starts at 4:30pm, Main Game at 6:30pm
Brookings County Outdoor Adventure Center
General Admission: $10
Seniors/Student/Military: $8
Kids 12 and Under: Free

SDSU Women's Basketball vs. Kansas City
2026-02-14 14:00 - 16:30 | First Bank & Trust Arena, 1165 Jackrabbit Ave., Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Cheer on the Jacks at the First Bank & Trust Arena

Frost Fest Art Market 2026
2026-02-14 10:00 - 16:00 | Brookings Arts Council, 524 4th Street, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Brookings Frost Fest is Back!
AND SO IS THE BAC’S ANNUAL ART MARKET!
The Brookings Arts Council is now accepting vendor applications for the Frost Fest Art Market, happening Saturday, February 14, from 10:00am–4:00pm at the Brookings Arts Council.
Frost Fest is a curated art market focused on handmade and artist-designed work. The vendor sell items such as original paintings, ceramics, jewelry, fiber, wood, printmaking, and other handcrafted items.

Chocolate Crawl
2026-02-14 10:00 - 16:00 | Bluestem Bicycles, 405 Main Ave, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Celebrate Frost Fest in Downtown Brookings! Fill up on chocolate treats throughout the neighborhood during our fun Chocolate Crawl. Each participating business will have a yummy treat to The event runs all day, with chocolate items served from morning through night! 😋 The majority of the free samples are available 10-4 pm, with chocolate items available for purchase at restaurants and bars before, during, and after that.
While you’re in the neighborhood, head to Nick’s Hamburger Shop to take a photo with the recently carved ice sculpture.
Participating businesses:

Agua Fresh: Chocolate Bubble Tea*

Be Still Boutique: Sea Salt Caramels

Bank Saloon: Chocolate Covered Strawberry Martini*

Cottonwood Coffee: Lonely Heart’s Club*

Cubby’s: Almond Joy Cocoa – Hot Chocolate with Malibu Rum and Amaretto topped with Whipped Cream*

Emerald Grace Clothing: Chocolate Treats * 25% off all brown and tan clothing and shoes in store

FOUND: S’mores Brownies & Enjoy 15% off purchases over $50

Gone2Pieces: Chocolate Honey Patties

Graye: Chocolate Covered Strawberries

Hand Tied Gift & Floral: Chocolate Covered Cherry Truffles

Hazel’s Attic Boutique: Chocolate Fondue Station

Hitch Studio: Chocolate Treat and a “sweet” indoor photo backdrop for a photo op

Kool Beans Coffee & Roasterie: Cherry Chocolate Chai and Raspberry White Mocha & Chocolate Chip Bagels

Meraki: Espresso Cupcakes and Brownie Bites

Mosaic Wine Bar & Small Plates: Chocolate & Wine Flights*

Nick’s Hamburger Shop: Chocolate Malt, Shake, Boston Cream Pie*

Pasque: Chocolate treat

Rooted Aesthetics & Wellness: Heart Shaped Chocoflan

Scoops and Loops: Choco-dae – 2 scoops of SDSU Chocolate Ice cream, whipped cream, Hot Fudge, mini chocolate-chips and brownie bites*

The Carrot Seed: Chocolate Bar Sampling

The Nook: Chocolate Truffle

The Socialight Boutique: Mini Chocolate Cupcakes

The Ugly Duckling: Chocolate Candy

Trendz: Chocolate Covered Pretzels and Almonds

Wild Child Boutique & Consignment: Chocolate Chip Cookies and Chocolate Cake

*Item needs to be purchased

Frost Fest Farmers Market
2026-02-14 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 annual Frost Fest Farmers Market! Held during Brookings’ Frost Fest, we will have a variety of vendors selling their products – last year we had fresh produce, baked goods, canned items, fresh coffee and smoothies, handmade items, and much more! Find our event online and on Facebook for an up-to-date list of vendors.

SDSU Indoor Classic
2026-02-14 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-13 08:00 - 17:00 | Sanford-Jackrabbit Athletic Complex, Jackrabbit Avenue, Brookings, SD, 57007
Cheer on the Jacks at the Indoor Classic

BHS Girls Varsity Basketball vs. SF Jefferson
2026-02-13 19:00 - 21:30 | Brookings High School, 530 Elm Avenue, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Cheer on the Bobcats as they host Sioux Falls Jefferson

Bingo at VFW
2026-02-13 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-02-11 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.

Winter Night Hike
2026-02-13 19:00 - 20:30 | Oakwood Lakes State Park, 20247 Oakwood Dr, Bruce, SD, 57220
All ages are invited to join us for a night time hike in the park. Meet us at the Welcome Center on Friday, February 13, 2026 and we will start the hike at 7:00pm. The hike will be approximately 1 mile in length. Door prizes and treats after the hike.

Snow Ball
2026-02-13 18:30 - 20:30 | 521 4th St, Brookings, SD 57006
The Snow Ball winter formal is sure to be a special night for children and their grown-up. The museum will transform into a dance floor and a DJ will be spinning tunes from the balcony!
Get dressed up in your fanciest dance apparel and play and dance along with us. The Museum exhibits will also be open. Stay tuned for tickets to go on sale!
Family Style | Advanced Ticket Purchase Encouraged

Snow Ball Meal
2026-02-13 17:45 - 18:30 | 521 4th St, Brookings, SD 57006
Interested in a kid-friendly fancy dinner before the Snow Ball winter formal? Dine with us in Cafe Coteau!
On the menu:
– Salad, cavatappi noodles with alfredo sauce, breadstick and a mini ice cream sundae
– Water, milk, and sparkling juice
– Gluten-free options available.
Seating is limited for this special event and reservations are required. The price for this special meal does not include a ticket for the Snow Ball dance.

Igloo Rental
2026-02-13 17:30 - 2026-02-14 21:00 | McCrory Gardens, 631 22nd Ave, BROOKINGS, SD, 57006, United States
Igloo rentals: $50 + tax/fees
Will need to do via Event Brite (Will send over EventBrite link when completed)
5:30 – 7pm
7:30pm – 9pm
Hot cocoa, popcorn, candies

Doggie Date Night at Garden Glow
2026-02-13 17:00 - 2026-02-14 21:00 | McCrory Gardens, 631 22nd Ave, BROOKINGS, SD, 57006, United States
Tonight is the last night to experience Garden Glow this season. Bring your furry friend for $1 per pup to stroll through the Gardens together.
Admission still applies with general admission $5 + fees, children 5 and under, SDSU students and McCrory Garden members are free.

Frost Fest Prairie Play
2026-02-13 10:00 - 2026-02-16 17:00 | 521 4th St, Brookings, SD 57006
It’s Visit Brookings’ Annual Frost Fest! Bundle up to celebrate the season on our indoor and outdoor prairie at the Children’s Museum of South Dakota.
Explore all of the Museum Exhibits!
– Snow-themed activities in the Art Studio
– Test out our Snow Striders
– Weather-permitting take part in sledding, snowshoeing, and snow forts WITH A DINOSAUR!
Additional Frost Fest activities will be listed on the Visit Brookings website.

Mad Science Lab Camp
2026-02-13 09:00 - 17:00 | 521 4th St, Brookings, SD 57006
It’s time to experiment! This camp is all about surprising science that you can see, touch, and test. Campers will become junior scientists for the day, asking big questions and conducting messy, fun experiments. Please bring a sack lunch.
Ages 6-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | $72 ($57.60 members)

12th Annual Frost Fest
2026-02-13 - 2026-02-16 | SD
Celebrate the 12th Annual Frost Fest in Brookings!
Keep an eye out for updates to see events for 2026.

Kids & Coins Kickoff presented by First Bank & Trust
2026-02-13 - 2026-02-15 | Fishback Indoor Training Facility, 3105 Main Ave S, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
February 13-15, 2026
Fishback Indoor Training Facility
Brookings, SD
Registration Deadline: January 30, 2026
U9-U12 Boys and Girls
5v5 with maximum roster of 10
U9-U10 – $400/team (Festival Format)
U11-U12 – $425/team (Tournament Format)
All game on Artificial Turf

SDSU Women's Basketball vs. North Dakota
2026-02-12 19:00 - 21:00 | First Bank & Trust Arena, 1165 Jackrabbit Ave., Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Cheer on the Jacks at First Bank & Trust Arena

Festival of Song/SDSU Choirs Concert
2026-02-12 19:00 - 20:30 | Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center, 1601 University Boulevard, Brookings, SD, 57007
The Festival of Song Choir is made up of high school students from around the region. Join them and members of the SDSU Choirs as they perform their concert of music they have been working on with guest director Eric Nelson.
Doors will open at 7:15pm. Seating if first come first served.
There are no tickets required for this event. The event will not be live streamed.

Valentine Cookie Decorating
2026-02-11 17:30 - 19:00 | Brookings Arts Council, 524 4th Street, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a sweet, hands-on cookie decorating class led by Rebekah Bassett of Sisters Spice & Everything Nice.
Participants will receive six Valentine-themed cookies and learn decorating techniques using icing and festive details. Perfect for a fun night out, a date activity, or a creative treat with friends. 💕🍪
Adult participation required for those under 12 years old.
Registration is Required.

Drive to Donate
2026-02-11 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.
