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10/30/2026

We had such a fun time at our Women's Craft Night celebrating Rooster Rush!

The ladies made some beautiful fall wreaths using pheasant feathers, and we loved seeing how everyone's turned out!

Thank you to everyone who joined us, and a special thanks to South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks for hosting and partnering with us to make this fun evening possible! 🧡

10/29/2026

🎃👻 Halloween Weekend in Watertown!

Get those costumes and candy buckets ready! There's plenty of spooky fun happening around Watertown this Friday and Saturday!

From trunk-or-treats and trick-or-treating at local businesses and senior living communities to Halloween festivities, there's something for the whole family to enjoy!

Check out the list of events and start planning your Halloween weekend!

👀 Are we missing any Halloween events happening around Watertown? Drop them in the comments so we can help spread the word!

10/29/2026

Tonight’s the night, ladies! 🍂🧡

We’re so excited to spend the evening with all of you who signed up! We can’t wait for a fun night filled with creativity, laughter, and great company. See you tonight! 🥰

UPDATE: CLASS IS FULL

🍂✨ Ladies Craft Night is coming up! ✨🍂

Grab your friends and join us for a cozy fall evening at Pelican Lake Recreation Area as part of Rooster Rush 2026!! We’ll be creating beautiful fall wreaths featuring pheasant feathers, fall leaves, and other seasonal touches, the perfect piece to add to your fall décor! Spot are limited, so be sure to reserve your spot!

📅 Thursday, October 29th
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 Pelican Lake Recreation Area
💲 $35 per person
✂️ All supplies included!
📧 To register, email Cassy at [email protected]

Presented in partnership with South Dakota Game, Fish & Parks and Visit Watertown.

10/29/2026

🛍️ Round Robin Resale is BACK in Watertown! 🛍️

Twice a year, Round Robin Resale comes to Watertown, bringing some amazing deals and plenty of treasures to discover!

From men's, women's, and children's clothing to shoes, toys, home décor, and so much more, there's truly something for everyone! And let's not forget about all the delicious homemade baked goodies!

Their fall sale kicks off TODAY at the Watertown Event Center and runs through Saturday, October 31!

Shopping Hours:
Thursday, Oct. 29 | Noon–8 PM
Friday, Oct. 30 | 10 AM–8 PM
Saturday, Oct. 31 | 10 AM–2 PM

10/28/2026

A great day in Aberdeen connecting with fellow tourism professionals at the Glacial Lakes & Prairies Tourism Association of Northeast South Dakota Annual Meeting!

We enjoyed the engaging conversations, fresh ideas, and opportunities to collaborate with others who are passionate about growing tourism across our region. Excited to see what’s ahead for tourism in Northeast South Dakota!

10/26/2026

What a fun Friday night at Danger von Dempsey's ATY!

We teamed up with Dempsey’s for Friday Night Trivia, and Rocco even stopped by to join in on the fun and hand out some prizes!

Thanks to everyone who came out and made it such a great night!

10/24/2026

Fall is the perfect time to get outside with your furry friend!

Pelican Lake Recreation Area is a beautiful spot to enjoy the fall colors, take a walk along the shoreline, or let your pup splash around in the water!

Grab your four-legged friend and get out to enjoy these beautiful fall days while they last!

10/23/2026

Get those costumes ready because Zoo Boo is back at Bramble Park Zoo tomorrow!

Bring the whole family out for a spooktacular afternoon of trick-or-treating, spooky “boo”ths, and visiting your favorite zoo animals! With treat stations set up throughout the zoo, it's a fun and safe way to celebrate Halloween! 🍭

📅 Saturday, October 24
⏰ 2–5 PM (Pre-sale ticket holders can enter at 1 PM!)
📍 Bramble Park Zoo
🎟️ $9 in advance | $10 at the door

A big thank you to Power 106.3 for sponsoring this fun Halloween tradition!

Who's ready for some spooky fun at the zoo?! 👻🧡

10/23/2026

Rocco had so much fun at Mellette Elementary School this morning for High Five Friday!

He got to greet the kids with high fives, spend some time playing on the playground, and even share his book, Rocco’s Big Adventure: A Watertown Wander, with the third graders! 📖

A special thank you to Cassy from South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks for reading the book to the students!

Thanks for having us, Mellette Elementary! Rocco had a blast and loved seeing all those smiling faces! 🧡

10/22/2026

🪶 Pheasant season is officially underway, and so is our Longest Pheasant Tail Contest!

Think you harvested a bird with a winning tail? Bring your pheasant tail feathers in and see how yours measures up for a chance to win a prize! 🏆

A few rules:
🦃 Must have a valid hunting license.
📏 Tail feathers must be from a legally harvested pheasant.
😂 No Hobby Lobby feathers allowed!

Let's see who can bring in the LONGEST pheasant tail in Watertown!

Good luck, hunters, and happy hunting!