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McCrory Gardens

Upcoming Events:

Garden Party and Garden Expo are free and open to the public!

Graphic listing upcoming events at McCrory Gardens. August 1: All-Crew Reunion, 5:00鈥8:30 PM, and Garden Party, 6:30鈥8:00 PM. August 2: Garden Expo, 10:00 AM鈥5:00 PM. All events are free and open to the public.

 

Welcome riders! Bogo admissions, free cold water, ice cream, free postcards and perks

McCrory Gardens is Rallying for Sturgis!
Join Us for Rally Rush 2025 | July 14 鈥 August 17

Are you heading to Sturgis鈥攐r know someone who is?

McCrory Gardens is excited to be part of Rally Rush 2025 by offering a biker-friendly pit stop right here in Brookings!

Whether it鈥檚 a quick break or a relaxing stroll through the gardens, we鈥檙e here to welcome all riders with open arms (and cold water).

Biker Perks at McCrory Gardens:

  • BOGO Admission
    Buy One, Get One free admission for all bikers! Perfect for a stop on the way to Sturgis鈥攁nd again on the way home.
  • Free Cold Waters
    Stay hydrated! We鈥檒l be handing out complimentary bottled water to all riders who stop by.
  • Custom Postcard Station
    Riders can send a special memory home (or to themselves). We鈥檒l provide the postcards and cover postage!
  • Temporary Tattoo Station
    Not going to Sturgis? No problem! Community members can still join the fun with biker-themed temporary tattoos.
  • Breakdown Buddy Program
    In partnership with local mechanics, we鈥檙e a soft landing for riders facing unexpected breakdowns. While bikes or hauling vehicles are getting repaired, we鈥檙e a place to rest, recharge and relax.

We're proud to support riders and bring a bit of garden peace to the roar of the road.

Spread the word and stop in to see us!

Admissions

Members

  • Free

General Public

  • Adults: $6 plus tax
  • Senior ages 65 and older: $4 plus tax
  • Youth ages 6-17: $4 plus tax
  • Children ages 5 and younger: Free
  • Military personnel: $4 plus tax with valid ID

SDSU Community

  • SDSU employees: Free with staff/faculty ID
  • SDSU students: Free with valid SDSU ID
Hours

Summer Hours (May-October)

  • Sunday-Saturday: 10 a.m.-6 p.m (Last admission: 5:30 p.m.)

Open Holiday Hours

  • Memorial Day, Independence Day and Labor Day: 10 a.m.-6 p.m
  • Native American Day: 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Accessible paths throughout the gardens for all to enjoy our natural and built landscape!

McCrory Gardens is the Alice in Wonderland of gardens. At every turn a new garden opened up to you. I spent an hour walking through the gardens and still didn鈥檛 come close to exploring it all. Highly recommend.
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Our Mission

Connecting people and plants through education, discovery, research and enjoyment of the natural and built landscape.

We are celebrating 60 years at McCrory Gardens this year!

In celebration of this monumental milestone, we are hosting an All-Crew Reunion on Aug. 1. If you or someone you know has worked at McCrory Gardens, please contact us at McCrory Gardens or call 605-688-6707 to RSVP!

Celebrating 60 Years at McCrory Gardens
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Support
Become a member. Help us grow!
Your contribution helps to maintain and enhance the gardens. Your membership will support the planting and care of the 41,000-plus flowers, trees and shrubs that are planted each year. It also will support the education of our students and the research and outreach programs of our staff.
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Event Venue
Weddings, Meetings, Events

Whether it鈥檚 a business meeting, family celebration or wedding ceremony, your guests will love being surrounded by stunning flowers, vibrant autumn colors or serene snowscapes of South 啵啵直播秀's premier wedding and event venue.

Check finding the perfect spot off your to-do list by checking out our space!

Craving Garden Tranquility?
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Open year-round
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41,000-plus flowers, trees and shrubs planted each year
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25 acres of formal garden displays
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Memberships
Reciprocal Admissions Program

We are a member of the American Horticulture Society Reciprocal Admissions Program!

Included with your membership to McCrory, you also get free or reduced admission at nearly 345 participating botanical gardens, arboreta and conservatories nationwide!

ArbNet Level 1 Badge

McCrory Gardens has been awarded a Level 1 accreditation by the ArbNet Arboretum Accreditation Program and The Morton Arboretum for achieving particular standards of professional practices deemed important for arboreta and botanic gardens. The ArbNet Arboretum Accreditation Program is the only global initiative to officially recognize arboreta at various levels of development, capacity and professionalism.

Newsletter

Keep up to date on all the news and events from McCrory Gardens!

McCrory Gardens Events
Jul
04
10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., McCrory Gardens Education and Visitor Center
McCrory Gardens is open on the 4th of July holiday! Regular admission rates apply.
Jul
24
6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., McCrory Gardens Education and Visitor Center
SDSU Extension will host a series of horticulture workshops from January to October from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at McCrory Gardens (631 22nd Ave, Brookings, SD 57007). Master Gardeners, families, and the鈥
Aug
01
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., McCrory Gardens Education and Visitor Center
馃尦馃幎馃崷馃尲Details to come on our website and social media!
Aug
02
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., McCrory Gardens Education and Visitor Center
Mark your calendar for this fun, FREE event! More information coming this summer!
Sep
06
1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m., McCrory Gardens Education and Visitor Center
馃尀馃悶馃 Watch for details coming this summer for this educational and fun event, supported by the Mary F. Buckmiller McCrory Gardens Endowment! 馃悳馃尦
Contact Us
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McCrory Gardens
Physical Address
631 22nd Ave
Brookings, SD 57006
Mailing Address
Box 2140A
Brookings, SD 57006
* Summer Hours (May 1 - October 31) 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday-Saturday (Last admission at 5:30 p.m.)
* Winter Hours (November 1 - April 30) 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday (Last admission at 4:30 p.m.)
* Extended hours for special events and holiday shopping.
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