About Brookings County Fair

The Brookings County Fair in Brookings celebrates South Dakota State University and the corn and soybean farming of the eastern prairie — SDSU agricultural research has shaped farming practices across the Northern Plains, and the county productive farmland on the Coteau des Prairies define a university agricultural county.

What to Expect

Expect livestock shows, 4-H and FFA competitions, corn and soybean exhibits, carnival rides, local food vendors, and a fair drawing from the greater Brookings college community.

Visitor Tips

South Dakota State University is the state land-grant institution with major agricultural and veterinary programs. The South Dakota Art Museum on campus houses an outstanding Harvey Dunn Prairie artist collection. Brookings is one of South Dakota fastest-growing cities.

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