Visit Brookings

Downtown @ Sundown
2025-08-07 18:00 - 22:00, 2025-07-31 18:00 - 22:00 (America/Chicago) | Downtown Brookings, 400 Main Ave, Brookings, 57006, United States
Downtown at Sundown is a 5-week, outdoor music festival organized by the Brookings Area Chamber of Commerce offering FREE admission, FREE kids activities, a variety of local food and beverage options, and local retail vendors. Each night kicks off with vendors opening at 5:30 p.m., followed by the headliner band at 6 pm. There are several engaging activities and booths for guests of all ages to enjoy.
The primary goal of Downtown at Sundown is to create an all-ages event and central gathering place for community members and visitors alike.

Back to Dance Bash
2025-08-07 16:00 - 18:00 | Madison Avenue Dance Studio, LLC, 2021 Tallgrass Parkway, Brookings, SD, 57006
Mark Your Calendars!
Join us for our Back to Dance Bash on Thursday, August 7!
Enjoy a fun-filled evening with:• Free SDSU Ice Cream and Cotton Candy• Hair Tinsel Station• Meet Our Staff• Dance Supply Shopping• Studio Tours• Exciting Giveaways• And So Much More!
We can’t wait to kick off the new season with you and celebrate our year in business!

Food Truck Frenzy!
2025-08-07 11:00 - 14:00 | First Bank & Trust, 2220 6th St, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Please join us throughout the summer for a taste of local food trucks from the area!
Time: 11:00 AM to 2:00 PMWhere: First Bank & Trust Brookings – East Location2220 6th St.
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*You do not need to be a customer to participate.*Food will be purchased by participants, not First Bank & Trust

Spark Studio
2025-08-07 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.

Wall Street Wednesday
2025-08-06 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.

EBC Trivia Night
2025-08-06 19:00 - 21:00 | Eponymous Brewing Company, 126 Main Ave, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
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 team size to less than 6 individuals.
Every week is a different topic and many weeks it is random trivia to test all your knowledge.

BPL Movie Night: Here
2025-08-06 17:30 - 19:30 | Brookings Public Library, 515 3rd Street, Brookings, SD, 57006-2022, United States
August’s Movie: Here (1 Hour and 44 Minutes, Rated PG-13)
Popcorn is provided!
Reuniting the director, writer and stars of Forrest Gump, Here is an original film about multiple families and a special place they inhabit. From the beginning of time to the present day, a single plot of land becomes a site for life, love and loss for the families who build their homes there.

Trivia Tuesday
2025-08-05 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+.

National Night Out
2025-08-05 18:00 - 21:00 | Pioneer Park, 6th Street and First Avenue Brookings, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Brookings 3rd Annual National Night Out will be held this Tuesday, August 6th from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Pioneer Park, located between 6th Street and 1st Avenue. The event is free and open to the public.
National Night Out is a community-building event that forms camaraderie and partnerships between public safety officials, city officials, and community members. The event will include food, beverages, and prize giveaways; public safety vehicles will also be on display. Community members are encouraged to attend and get to know first responders in the Brookings area including members of the Brookings Police Department, Brookings Fire Department, Brookings County Sheriff’s Department, South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks, Brookings Health System’s ambulance, and the South Dakota Highway Patrol.

SDSU Women's Soccer vs. Nebraska
2025-08-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Fishback Soccer Complex, 1100 20th St S, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Come cheer on SDSU Women’s Soccer team as they take on Nebraska at Fishback Soccer Complex.

Coteau’s Community Meal
2025-08-05 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:
– Pulled Pork Sliders with Coleslaw
– 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!

Tie Dye Tuesday
2025-08-05 15:00 - 18:00 | Children’s Museum of South Dakota, 521 4th Street, Brookings, SD, 57006
Join us for Tie-Dye Tuesday, where the mess is on us! Dive into a colorful adventure as you craft your own unique masterpiece.
A $20 event fee includes a limited edition museum shirt, tie-dye supplies, and training.
Shirt sizes range from infant, toddler, youth, and adult!
This event is come-and-go. Museum admission is required.

Whimsical Creations Multiday Camp
2025-08-05 13:00 - 17:00 | Children’s Museum of South Dakota, 521 4th Street, Brookings, SD, 57006
Ages 6-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | Snack Provided | $140 ($112 members)
Step into a world of imagination and creativity during this enchanting four-day afternoon camp that takes place on Tuesday, August 5 – Friday, August 8, from 1-5 each day.
Campers will explore the wonders of enchanted forests, dive into the magical depths of underwater worlds, and soar through whimsical skies, bringing their wildest ideas to life through hands-on projects every day. On the final day, campers will immerse themselves in magical creations. With hands-on and engaging activities, this camp will inspire young creators to dream big, think outside the box, and unlock the magic of their imagination!

Sensory Friendly Swim Time
2025-08-05 12:00 - 12:45 | Hillcrest Aquatic Center, 1505 5th Street, Brookings, SD, 57006
Join the Hillcrest Aquatic Center for some Friendly Swim Time!
$3/per person or a Aquatic Center Membership
A special swim time designed for kids in a sensory-friendly environment-no fountains, spray features, or music. Bring your favorite small toys and enjoy a calm, fun-filled swim!

Story Time
2025-08-05 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.

Good Roots Pizza Nights
2025-08-03 16:30 - 19:30 | Good Roots Farm and Gardens, 3712 Medary Ave, Brookings, SD, 57006
Weekly wood-fired pizza nights are every Sunday evening, 4:30-7:30 PM, starting early June – mid Oct. This year, enjoy our farm fresh pizza with family and friends by placing a pre-order! Pre-orders for the upcoming Sundays will be open Tuesdays from 3 pm with the new menu.
To place your order visit goodrootsfarm.square.site, order up to 6 pizzas of your fancy, and select the time you’d like your pizzas to be ready the following Sunday! Our menu will be updated often to reflect the seasonal produce available.
On the night of, we welcome you to enjoy the evening on the farm with your family and friends. Our food is served picnic-style and we have plenty of space to spread out and make the evening special, safely. We encourage you to bring your own yard games, lawn chairs, blankets, and plates to enjoy our farm, food and animals. Friendly, non-barking dogs on leashes are welcome.
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Do I need a reservation? We highly encourage it! To ensure your pizza is hot, fresh, and ready in a timely fashion we ask that you pre-order your pizzas. Visit goodrootsfarm.square.site to place your order.

What can I expect? Specialty, hand-crafted, wood-fired pizzas and a beautiful evening on the farm with space to enjoy your friends and family. You can spend the entire evening on the farm and when your pizzas are ready, we will display your order number by the Pizza Ovens.

Do I need to bring drinks? No, we’ve got you covered! We sell select beers, wine, and signature lemonades. Bring your own water or we will have some bottled water you can purchase.

What should we bring? Our pizza is served picnic-style and delivered to you hot from our wood-fired oven in a pizza box. Please bring your own utensils, napkins, lawn chair, and yard games, if you like.

SDSU Swimming Breaststroke & Butterfly Camp
2025-08-03 09:00 - 17:00 | Miller Wellness Center, 1440 N Campus Drive, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Who: Boys & Girls
Entering Grades: 2nd – 12th
Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Includes Lunch
All Camp Combo: Sign up for all 3 August Swim Camps in the same transaction to save $25!
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
For More Information: Camp Director / Head Coach Douglas Humphrey | douglas.humphrey@sdstate.edu | 402-540-1148.

Bluestem Saturday Cruise
2025-08-02 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.

Prairie Light Refuge's 4th Annual Cornhole Tournament and Silent Auction/Raffle
2025-08-02 11:00 - 17:00 | 3486 220th st, Brookings, SD 57006, 3486 220th St, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Join us at Kattails on Lake Campbell for a vibrant, family-friendly event filled with lakeside excitement and meaningful community connection. Highlights include a spirited cornhole tournament hosted by the legendary Mark Miles, silent auction and raffle prizes, vendor booths featuring local favorites, delicious eats from a food truck, and casual cash games for all to enjoy. With mental health awareness activities woven throughout the day, it’s more than just fun—it’s a chance to support a great cause in a relaxed, welcoming setting right across from the swim beach. Bring your loved ones, spend the day, and be part of something truly special.

Flower Pounding Art Class
2025-08-02 11:00 - 15:00 | McCrory Gardens, 631 22nd Ave, Brookings, SD, 57007
Discover the art of botanical imprinting at McCrory Gardens! Use real flowers and leaves to create beautiful, natural designs. All materials provided, just bring your creativity!

4th Annual Garden Expo
2025-08-02 10:00 - 17:00 | McCrory Gardens, 631 22nd Ave, Brookings, SD, 57007
We hope to see you at our 4th Annual Garden Expo on August 2nd from 10 AM – 5 PM!
Guided tour, photo contest, snow cones & more!
PHOTO CONTEST INFORMATION: Each year, the National Garden Bureau selects one annual, one perennial, one bulb crop, one edible, one houseplant, and one shrub. This years categories aer: Asclepias, Caladium, Calendula, Monstera, Dogwood, and Pea. To learn more, visit: https://ngb.org/2025-year-of-plants/-Deadline to submit photos is July 25th, 2025. Please send submissions to sdsu.mccrorygardens@sdstate.edu-Photos will be printed off and hung up for display on Garden Expo day
This event is FREE and open to the public

Free Community Art Day | Hannah Grapevine
2025-08-02 10:00 - 13:00 | South Dakota Art Museum, 1036 Medary Ave, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Join us for another FREE Community Art Day!
Come get creative on Saturday, August 2nd, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the South Dakota Art Museum! (1036 Medary Ave., Brookings) with Sioux Falls artist and educator Hannah Grapevine!
Open to all ages—everyone is welcome to join the fun Come and go as you please—drop in anytime between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. All materials are provided—just bring your creativity No cost to attend—it’s completely FREE!

SDSU Swimming: Freestyle & Backstroke Camp
2025-08-02 09:00 - 17:00 | Miller Wellness Center, 1440 N Campus Drive, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States

Farmers Market
2025-08-02 09:00 - 12:00 | Downtown Brookings, 400 Main Ave, Brookings, 57006, United States
The summer season of the Brookings Farmers Market is every Saturday from the first week of May through the last week of October. Join us on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on the 300 block of 6th Ave, the street between the Brookings Library and County Courthouse. We are just southeast of the Children’s Museum of South Dakota.
Products available at the market vary on the season. Area producers sell a variety of fruits, vegetables, herbs, meats, jams, honey, bread, coffee, soap, eggs, teas, mixes, and more. Each week offers something new and delicious. Support your local producer by shopping often!
​The market will occasionally close early due to weather or vendors selling out of products. Be sure to arrive earlier in the day for the best selection.
​Free family yoga and children’s activities are occasionally offered.
​To stay up-to-date with the Brookings Farmers Market, find us on Facebook & Instagram! You can also reach us at: brookingsmarket@gmail.com

Putts FORE Paws
2025-08-02 08:00 - 19:00 | Edgebrook Golf Course, 1415 22nd Ave S, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Join us for our annual Putts FORE Paws event!
Saturday, August 2nd at Edgebrook Golf Course in Brookings
8am registration, 9am shotgun start
Purchase your team here on Givebutter, or contact us at BRHS!
https://givebutter.com/jwR8TF
$300 / team of 4
$80 singles

McCrory Gardens 37th Annual Garden Party
2025-08-01 18:30 - 20:00 | McCrory Gardens, 631 22nd Ave, Brookings, SD, 57007
Join us at 37th Garden Party on August 1 from 6:30 PM – 8 PM.
History walk, SDSU ice cream, live jazz music & more!
Event is FREE and open to the public!

Kids Night In + Parents Night Out
2025-08-01 17:30 - 20:30 | Children’s Museum of South Dakota, 521 4th Street, Brookings, SD, 57006
Ages 5-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | $35 ($28 members)
Parents can enjoy a night on the town while the kids stay and play. You never know what kind of fun you’ll find in the Maker Studio after hours!
Explore robotics, circuitry, pottery, sculpture, and painting. Play games, read books, or create your adventure. Children will have the time and space to explore the diverse interests they bring with them.
Please register in advance. If a minimum number of participants is not met within 48 hours in advance full refunds will be issued.

SDSU Swimming: Start & Turn Camp
2025-08-01 13:00 - 17:00 | Miller Wellness Center, 1440 N Campus Drive, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Who: Boys & Girls
Entering Grades: 2nd – 12th
Time: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
All Camp Combo: Sign up for all 3 August Swim Camps in the same transaction to save $25!
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
For More Information: Camp Director / Head Coach Douglas Humphrey | douglas.humphrey@sdstate.edu | 402-540-1148.
Jackrabbit Swimming Camps are held at HPER Center Pool on the South Dakota State University campus in Brookings, South Dakota. Jackrabbit Swimming Camps are led by the SDSU Jackrabbit Swimming coaching staff.

SDSU Women's Soccer Blue vs. Yellow Scrimmage
2025-07-31 19:00 - 21:00 | Fishback Soccer Complex, 1100 20th St S, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Cheer on SDSU’s women soccer team as they have their first scrimmage of the season at Fishback Soccer Park.
