Brookings, South Dakota was named for Judge W.W. Brookings, an outstanding pioneer of the State, and was platted in 1879.
A prosperous farming area surrounds Brookings, South Dakota supporting the many local businesses. Brookings possesses a quiet beauty with neat, well-kept lawns and many tree shaded homes. Brookings is home to many of the retired farmers from the surrounding area.
Home to South Dakota State College, Brookings might be considered a typical college town. As an university town, Brookings, South Dakota also provides attractions such as educational and historical museums and many beautiful parks and gardens.
Be sure to check Brooking's event calendars as Brookings, South Dakota is one busy community with festivals and annual events going on almost every month. Come early and stay late or even for a few days as Brookings offers excellent lodging facilities and restaurants.
Picture your next travel stop in Brookings, South Dakota!
January 10, 2009 to January 11, 2009
Brookings Dakota Territory Gun Collectors Show
Buy, Sell, Trade and Look. Admission is $5.00 at the door. For more information contact Vic Carter at Kones Korner 605-793-2263
Admission: Yes
General: $5.00
www.swiftelcenter.com
605-692-7539
Swiftel Center, Jenny Hammrich
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January 16, 2009 to January 18, 2009
Governor's Winter Games
Fishing Tournament- January 16, 10:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m. January 17, 10:00 Snowmobile Safety Course ages 7 and up. Children's Kitty Cat timed event ages 5-10 at 12:30 p.m. Family snowmobile ride at 2:00 p.m. Fireworks display at dark. January 18, Poinsett Pounders Snowmobile Club poker run. Registration starts at 10:00 a.m. and ends at 4 p.m. Event takes place at the Outskirts Lodge/ Lake Poinsett.
Admission: Free
WWW.itctel.com/poinsettpounders
605-983-3973 - Trent Damm
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January 31, 2009
Living History Fair
The Living History Fair is a convention of Historical reenactors and history vendors. Friday is a schoolday where hundreds of students attend 20mm programs on a variety of historic topics. On Saturday and Sunday the event is open to the public for more programs as well as vendors selling historic clothing, equipment and supplies. This event takes place at the Swiftel Center in Brookings.
Admission: Yes
Adults: $5
Children: $3
www.swiftelcenter.com
605-692-7539 - Dave Huebner
Brookings Renegaded Muzzleloaders Club
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February 6, 2009 to February 7, 2009
Indoor Go Kart Challenge
Go Kart, Flat Track Motorcyle and Quad Indoor Racing. Race time is 7PM nightly. For more information contact Foster Racing Promotions at 605-690-5585.
Admission: Yes
www.swiftelcenter.com
605-692-7539
Swiftel Center, Jenny Hammrich
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February 6, 2009 to February 7, 2009
Annual African American Step Show
SDSU's Step Show provides the campus and the community the opportunity to experience this African American dance tradition.
Admission: Free
605-688-5585
SDSU, Nalo Johnson
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February 18, 2009 to February 28, 2009
Blood Brothers
Following sell out seasons in the U.S., U.K., Australia, Canada, New Zealand and Japan, the international smash hit musical Blood Brothers comes to SDSU. Written by the legendary Willy Russell, Blood Brothers tells the captivating and moving tale of twins boys, separated at birth, who grow up in opposite ends of the social spectrum.
Admission: Yes
Adults: 16.00
Children: 9.00
www.prairierep.org
605-688-6131
Prairie Repertory Theatre, Joshua Westwick
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April 3, 2009
SDSU Festival of Cultures
Festive entertainment, ethnic food, cultural exhibits, crafts, displays and entertainment. All found at the Frost Arena.
Admission: Yes
605-688-6547 - Louis Whitehead
SDSU International Relations Club
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April 22, 2009 to April 25, 2009
Lysistrata
Aristophanes' Lysistrata is a classic Greek comedy that has as much impact today as it did when it was first produced thousands of years ago. Led by the title character, the story's female characters barricade the Acropolis and withhold conjugal relations from their husbands to end the Peloponnesian War and secure peace.
Admission: Yes
Adults: 16.00
Children: 9.00
WWW.teach.sdstate.edu/theatre/SUT/
605-688-6131
State University Theatre, Joshua Westwick
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April 24, 2009 to April 25, 2009
Doors Open Brookings
Doors Open is an international movement that highlights the historic and cultural assets of the community by opening the doors of historic sites to the public.
Admission: Free
www.downtownbrookings.com
605-692-1554 - Sarah French
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June 10, 2009 to June 14, 2009
Prairie Repertory Theatre - Comdey
Prairie Repertory Theatre presents a family friendly comedy. Show title TBA. Dates June 16-19, July 18-19, July 22, and July 29-31st.
Admission: Yes
Adults: 16.00
Children: 9.00
www.prairierep.org
605-688-6131
Praire Repertory Theatre, Joshua Westwick
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August 1, 2009
Thorburn/Buechel exhibition, A collection of Native American art and images
Reverend Frank Thorburn, an Episcopal priest and his wife moved to the Pine Ridge Reservation in 1931, where they served until 1952. The majority of the Thorburn collection is composed of gifts they received over the course of the 20 years. Eugene Buechel, an avid photographer, left the museum over 2,300 negatives and prints of the Rosebud and Pine Ridge residents during the middle of the 20th century.
Admission: Free
www.southdakotaartmuseum.com
605-688-5423 - Dianne Hawks
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August 14, 2009
McCrory Garden Party
Party at McCrory Gardens features live music, tours, and free ice cream from South Dakota State University`s popular Dairy Bar.
Admission: Free
605-688-5136 - Martin
Horticulture Department
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October 24, 2009
Hobo Day
Hobo week activities begin on the Monday prior to Hobo Day. Saturday will feature the annual Hobo Day Parade starting at 9:30 a.m., Tailgate, and a football game to follow in the afternoon
Admission: Free
www.sdsupc.com
605-688-4960 - Nick Wendell
The Union at SDSU
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November 26, 2009 to December 12, 2009
Brookings Festival of Trees
Each year 22 individuals and/or organizations decorate Christmas trees around a particular theme. Gift certificates are given away to the best youth tree and the best adult tree.
Admission: Free
www.brookingsartscouncil.org
605-692-4177
Brookings Arts Council
Brookings
Chamber of Commerce
2308 East Sixth Street
Brookings, SD 57006
605-692-6125
www.BrookingsChamber.org