❄️ Winter

Brookings Winter Showcase (January)
Local arts, crafts, food, and entertainment to celebrate winter in the community.

Frost Fest – South Dakota State University (January/February)
Student-led winter celebration with games, events, and campus activities.

🌸 Spring

SDSU Little International (February/March)
One of the nation’s largest student-run livestock shows and ag tradition.

Brookings Kite Festival (May)
Colorful kites fill the sky at Fishback Soccer Complex — family favorite.

McCrory Gardens Spring Bloom (May)
Tulips and spring flowers peak — a popular visitor draw.

☀️ Summer 

Brookings Summer Arts Festival (July) 

• Hundreds of artists & vendors

• Food trucks & live music

• Kids activities & family fun

• Held in Pioneer Park

4th of July Celebration & Fireworks
Parade, community events, and fireworks display.

Downtown at Sundown (Summer series – June–August)
Free outdoor concerts, food vendors, and community gathering downtown.

Brookings Farmers Market (May–October, weekly)
Local produce, baked goods, crafts, and handmade items.

Music on the Lawn – McCrory Gardens (Summer series)
Outdoor live music in a garden setting.

🍂 Fall

SDSU Hobo Day (October) 

• One of the largest homecoming celebrations in the Midwest

• Parade, football game, concerts, and campus festivities

• Hotels book out early

Fear Asylum Haunted House (October)
Popular haunted attraction during Halloween season.

Brookings Harvest Festival / Fall Events (September–October)
Seasonal markets, pumpkins, and fall family activities.

🎄 Holiday Season

Brookings Festival of Lights (November–December) 

• Drive-through holiday light display at McCrory Gardens

• Thousands of lights & holiday scenes

Downtown Brookings Christmas / Holiday Walk (November)
Tree lighting, shopping, Santa visits, and festive atmosphere.

SDSU Holiday Concerts & Events (December)
Seasonal music and performances.