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A Touch of Style 

With one step into Pasque, it’s easy to see why this Downtown Brookings home decor boutique has become a favorite among locals and visitors. Open since February 2020, Pasque is inspired by owner Laci Thompson’s childhood shopping memories.  […]

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More than a Game 

At Rabbit’s Den Gaming, posters surround rows of game-themed tablecloths with players absorbed in Dungeons & Dragons, Magic: The Gathering, and Pokemon. The Downtown Brookings store and community space invite longtime […]

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Comfort and Local Flavor

In the heart of Downtown Brookings, Mac Bowl brings a creative spin to mac and cheese, a popular comfort food. It’s tucked inside Agua Fresh’s clean, café-style space, offering flavor-packed pasta bowls. It’s the place where melted cheese and […]

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Game On! A Visitor’s Guide to SDSU Tailgating 

Brookings ignites with excitement as nearly 20,000 fans gather for each home SDSU Jackrabbit football game. Many get an early start by enjoying pre-game festivities surrounding Dana J Dykhouse Stadium.   Tailgating starts […]

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Where Creativity and Arts Shine Bright 

The Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center stands as a limitless beacon of creativity, power and performance for the Brookings community and arts enthusiasts from around the region.   Visitors to The […]

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Excellence on the Green

Golfers have excellent options for a funday on the green. Edgebrook is the public municipal course and features a fleet of modern golf carts with shot distance tracking and quiet […]

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Forever in the 605

Brookings welcomes explorers with a variety of hometown charm and hidden gems. This commitment to discovery is part of the South Dakota Department of Tourism’s Forever 605 campaign, which encourages […]

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Brookings by Bike

Begin on the trail to take in Brookings’ fresh air and open spaces. With nearly 24 miles connecting parks, neighborhoods and South Dakota State University, the trails provide an opportunity […]

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Taste of Brookings on Wheels: Midwest Fresh Food Truck

Midwest Fresh brings made-from-scratch food to the streets of Brookings through its locally owned food truck. Mike Siegel launched the truck in 2011 after he and his wife decided to […]

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Making Main Avenue Bloom

Fresh flowers, creative designs and bouquets in every color fill Flowers on Main. This locally-owned shop has brightened Downtown Brookings since 1998, specializing in arrangements for every occasion. Visitors walk […]

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