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Need help planning you Aberdeen vacation? Check out what previous visitors have done and shared online on blogs and social media. These travel guides can be a step-by-step map or just inspiration for your next South Dakota vacation!
Travel Taste and Tour
Published December 2025
Storybook Land Celebrates 50 Years of Magic in 2026!
“Once upon a time, back in 1976, Storybook Land in Aberdeen, South Dakota, opened its gates and brought classic fairy tales and nursery rhymes to life. Now, 50 years later, this beloved park is preparing for a golden anniversary celebration filled with nostalgia, family fun and timeless magic.”
Islands
Posted Dec. 22, 2025
“If you’re on the hunt for a vibrant and fun destination to visit in South Dakota, you may consider the likes of Canton, a hidden Midwest city that’s a nature lover’s dream, with scenic trails, rolling hills, and seasonal festivals. Or, you may opt to head to Brookings, a South Dakota college town serving foodie finds and craft beer. But there’s one place that brings fun for everyone, thanks to its outstanding downtown and charming amusement park: Aberdeen.”
Hood Magazine
Weekend Trip Guide: Aberdeen, SD
“Looking for a family getaway that’s not too far from home but still packed with adventure? Aberdeen, South Dakota makes for a perfect weekend trip from Sioux Falls. With a drive time of just under four hours, it’s manageable for families with young kids — and even better, there are fun stops along the way in Brookings, Watertown, and beyond to break up the trip.”
Fargo Mom
Road Trip from Fargo: Storybook Land in Aberdeen, SD
Posted April 10, 2025
“Children’s fairytales and fables are always popular. From the ‘Three Little Pigs’ to ‘Humpty Dumpty’ to ‘Old McDonald’ and more. And what better way to see them all play out than in person at Storybook Land in Aberdeen, South Dakota?”