The City of Brookings is expected to draw a large crowd. The Main Avenue Block Party, hosted by First Bank Trust and Daktronics, promises to be a memorable day for attendees of all ages.

The Main Ave. Block Party will take place on Saturday, Oct. 28, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The location of the event is the half-block between Skinners and Allegra in Downtown Brookings. The event will offer a variety of services and activities to make it an enjoyable experience for everyone.

Attendees can purchase food and drinks from Skinners, Pints and Quarts and Cubby’s. Porta Potties will be available for convenience. Plus, there will be a free bags tournament that starts at 12:00 p.m., with the winning team receiving $100 in Chamber Bucks.

Sophomore, Trista Baustian, is happy that the community can come together for a fun time downtown Brookings to enjoy the game. “The game will be a great chance to connect with friends and family while participating in fun activities and having a great set up to enjoy the game,” Baustian said. “Having an opportunity like this is so great.”

For the football game viewing experience, Sideline Productions will set up a 20-foot screen with surround sound in Downtown Brookings to ensure that all attendees can follow the game without any hindrance. 

Morgan Gonnerman, who is a freshman at SDSU, is excited for the event. “It should be a very great time hanging with friends while watching SDSU beat USD,” Gonnerman said. “We should appreciate the fact that we will be able to watch a huge rival game while still being in Brookings.”

Organizers are anticipating a significant turnout for the event, with over 350 responses on the Facebook event “and still expecting more” according to Casey Stickland. The half-block on Main Street offers ample space to accommodate all attendees comfortably.

The Brookings Area Chamber of Commerce extends its gratitude to various sponsors who have made the event possible. Notable sponsors include First Bank & Trust, Daktronics, Avera Medical Group and more.

Local businesses participating in the event include First Bank & Trust, Skinners, Pints and Quarts, Cubby’s and Sideline Productions. These businesses, along with sponsors, are contributing to the success of the Main Avenue Block Party.

The Main Avenue Block Party is free to attend, ensuring accessibility for everyone. However, attendees will need to purchase food and drinks on-site as outside food and drinks are not allowed. It is important to note that the event’s occurrence is weather-dependent, so attendees are advised to keep an eye on the Brookings Area Chamber of Commerce’s Facebook Page for updates.

Attendees are encouraged to bring their own seating if desired, ensuring comfort while enjoying the festivities.