Downtown Watertown

Downtown Watertown Spend the day in Downtown Watertown and explore the variety of restaurants, breweries, unique shops and art-lined streets.

Congratulations to Berlynn, this week's Downtown History Scavenger Hunt winner!History Challenge:All of the names below ...
08/03/2026

Congratulations to Berlynn, this week's Downtown History Scavenger Hunt winner!

History Challenge:
All of the names below were once jewelry stores on Kemp Avenue. One of them is the former name of the jewelry store that now holds Makepeace Jewelers.

-Bronson & Mann Jewelers
-Dahle Jewelry
-Duffner Drug & Jewelry
-Haywood's Jewelry/Camera
-Noble Jewelers
-Woolstencraft Jewelry

Drop your guess in the comments below!

The Downtown History Scavenger Hunt continues through August 31. It's a fun way to explore downtown, discover fascinating local history, and have a chance to win weekly prizes. Grab your passport and start hunting!

Watertown Mercantile Co Watertown Brewing Co. Visit Watertown The Goss Opera House The Groove Shop The 19th Hole, Inc. Slumberland Furniture Salt. Yoga Studio Makepeace Jewelers Health Food Center & Klassic Kitchen Korner Gather Coffee Element Duane's Floor Covering LLC Dempseys Brewery Pub & Restaurant DDR Books Curated Codington County Heritage Museum Bulldog Branding Breakout Coffeehouse B-Poppin Gourmet Popcorn AMJ Style

“South Dakota Arts Council support is provided with funds from the State of South Dakota, through the Department of Tourism, and the National Endowment for the Arts.”

08/02/2026

Beautiful voices and beautiful weather! ☀️

Thank you Fallout Shelter Ministries for leading Praise in the Park - Fallout Ministries this morning!

We'll see you tomorrow at 9:00 AM for Praise in the Park - Fallout Ministries! 🙌Join Fallout Shelter Ministries for a mo...
08/01/2026

We'll see you tomorrow at 9:00 AM for Praise in the Park - Fallout Ministries! 🙌

Join Fallout Shelter Ministries for a morning of worship, community, and encouragement in the beautiful outdoors. The forecast is looking great, so grab a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy a relaxing morning in the park.

After the service, stick around to enjoy everything the park has to offer—including the splash pad for the kids and a beautiful summer day with family and friends. Watertown Area Community Foundation

We can't wait to see you there!

Here's your August lineup!Every Sunday, join us for Praise in the Park - Fallout Ministries, Each week led by a differen...
08/01/2026

Here's your August lineup!
Every Sunday, join us for Praise in the Park - Fallout Ministries, Each week led by a different church!
Then, join us for Concerts on Kemp - Chester & Geezer for an evening of fun on Kemp Avenue!
Take your workout outside, starting with Foundations Of Fitness - Self Defense, pilates with Revive Studio, then warrior flow with Empowered Fitness & Strength Training!
Last but definitely not least, participate in the Downtown History Scavenger Hunt all month long with grand prizes drawn on August 31st. Start searching now!

It's a perfect weekend for a walk downtown! On Monday August 3rd we will be drawing the winner of this outdoor pool pack...
07/31/2026

It's a perfect weekend for a walk downtown! On Monday August 3rd we will be drawing the winner of this outdoor pool package from Visit Watertown! Tag a friend you're history hunting with!
To enter the Downtown History Scavenger Hunt:
-pick up an answer card at participating downtown businesses
-find the trivia question located within their store
-write your answer in the square associated with that business
-turn in your completed answer sheet at the Codington County Heritage Museum

AMJ Style B-Poppin Gourmet Popcorn Breakout Coffeehouse Bulldog Branding Curated DDR Books Dempseys Brewery Pub & Restaurant Duane's Floor Covering LLC Element Gather Coffee Health Food Center & Klassic Kitchen Korner Makepeace Jewelers Salt. Yoga Studio Slumberland Furniture The 19th Hole, Inc. The Groove Shop The Goss Opera House Watertown Brewing Co. Watertown Mercantile Co

“South Dakota Arts Council support is provided with funds from the State of South Dakota, through the Department of Tourism, and the National Endowment for the Arts.”

Applications are now open for the Fall into Downtown Outdoor Fall Market!This is your chance to showcase what you create...
07/30/2026

Applications are now open for the Fall into Downtown Outdoor Fall Market!

This is your chance to showcase what you create in the heart of downtown during one of the season's biggest shopping events. We expect more than 3,000 guests to visit downtown throughout the day, making it the perfect opportunity to connect with shoppers and grow your business!

Saturday, September 12
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Downtown Watertown
10' x 10' vendor spaces available

From handmade goods and artwork to home décor, boutique items, specialty foods, and more. We're looking for unique vendors to help make this an unforgettable fall market!

Reserve your spot today and be part of a day celebrating local shopping, small businesses, and our vibrant downtown community.
Apply here: https://form.jotform.com/262095274895167

Tag your favorite maker or vendor who needs to be there!

NEXT WEEK is Concerts on Kemp - Chester & Geezer!Join us for summer staples: hotdogs and hamburgers, vendors, artists, a...
07/29/2026

NEXT WEEK is Concerts on Kemp - Chester & Geezer!
Join us for summer staples: hotdogs and hamburgers, vendors, artists, and creators, with live music from Chester The Band & Geezer! Let's make it a night to remember.
Thank you to our sponsors & partners, that help make this event possible! Slumberland Furniture, First PREMIER Bank, Makepeace Jewelers, Curated, AMJ Style, Gather Coffee, The Groove Shop, Codington County Heritage Museum

“South Dakota Arts Council support is provided with funds from the State of South Dakota, through the Department of Tourism, and the National Endowment for the Arts.”

Dawn completed the Downtown History Scavengar Hunt & is this week's winner of a giftcard to Dempseys Brewery Pub & Resta...
07/28/2026

Dawn completed the Downtown History Scavengar Hunt & is this week's winner of a giftcard to Dempseys Brewery Pub & Restaurant! There's one month left to search for downtown history & win great prizes!

Start the hunt at any of these participating businesses!
Watertown Mercantile Co Watertown Brewing Co. Visit Watertown The Goss Opera House The Groove Shop The 19th Hole, Inc. Slumberland Furniture Salt. Yoga Studio Makepeace Jewelers Health Food Center & Klassic Kitchen Korner Gather Coffee Element Duane's Floor Covering LLC Dempseys Brewery Pub & Restaurant DDR Books Curated Codington County Heritage Museum Bulldog Branding Breakout Coffeehouse B-Poppin Gourmet Popcorn AMJ Style

“South Dakota Arts Council support is provided with funds from the State of South Dakota, through the Department of Tourism, and the National Endowment for the Arts.”

Are you an artist or do you make something? We want to showcase your work at Concerts on Kemp - Chester & Geezer on Augu...
07/28/2026

Are you an artist or do you make something? We want to showcase your work at Concerts on Kemp - Chester & Geezer on August 5th!

For more details, message us or fill out the link to apply!
https://www.jotform.com/261335368443055

Worship in the sunshine, Sunday at 9am! Bring a chair or blanket to sit on, your favorite coffee, and enjoy Praise in th...
07/25/2026

Worship in the sunshine, Sunday at 9am! Bring a chair or blanket to sit on, your favorite coffee, and enjoy Praise in the Park - Mercy Tree!

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