EVENTS | Upcoming South Dakota events & entertainment
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Voter Engagement Drive
Thursday, Oct. 17 • 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
515 N. Main Avenue, Sioux Falls
TiWakan will host a voter engagement event featuring guests that include tribal leadership and city officials. This event is designed to encourage early voting, registration, and community involvement. Taking place on Thursday, it aims to register and mobilize Native voters in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. This year marks the 100th anniversary of the Indian Citizenship Act, which extended voting rights to Native people in the U.S. in 1924. To highlight the significance of the Native vote and its impact across South Dakota, we invite members and the local community to join us for a day of civic engagement.
WOLF’D
Friday, Oct. 18 • 7 p.m.
Join us for a wild night of live music and good vibes at Bigs Bar, where you will be WOLF'D. The evening promises an electrifying atmosphere filled with talented performers and an engaging crowd. Whether you come to dance or just enjoy the sounds, this event is sure to provide an unforgettable experience.
Superchunk
Friday, Oct. 18 • 8 p.m.
Icon Event Hall + Lounge, Sioux Falls
Join us in Sioux Falls for Superchunk's Foolish is 30 tour, promising an unforgettable evening bringing their energetic sound and decades of experience. Since their formation in 1989 in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, the band has captivated audiences with their unique blend of indie rock. They will be joined by special guests Quivers from Australia, promising an exciting night of music and camaraderie. Don’t miss this chance to experience live performances from these talented artists.
Asylum at the Feargrounds
Friday, Oct. 18 & Saturday, Oct. 19
W.H. Lyon Fairgrounds, Sioux Falls
Join us for the 2024 Jaycees Feargrounds featuring the "Asylum at the Feargrounds" haunted house. This thrilling event promises to deliver a spine-chilling experience for all who dare to enter. To make the most of your visit, order tickets online and save $5. Prepare for a night of frightful fun and unforgettable scares.
Expo for Her
Friday, Oct. 18 & Saturday, Oct. 19
Convention Center, Sioux Falls
Join us for the 18th annual Expo for Her, a two-day event dedicated to celebrating women through shopping, food, and engaging activities. Featuring interesting seminars, delicious food, wine tastings, and a wide variety of shopping opportunities. It's a perfect occasion to connect with others and discover products and ideas tailored for women. We look forward to welcoming you to this enriching experience.
ZooBoo
Friday, Oct. 18 - Sunday, Oct. 20
Great Plains Zoo, Sioux Falls
Join us for a weekend of family fun and Halloween excitement at ZooBoo, featuring activities for all ages. One of the highlights is the Family Fun Boo Run, where participants can navigate a half-mile path around the zoo with special lighting. There will also be a dedicated Sensory Hour, offering a comfortable experience for guests with sensory processing needs, complemented by engaging activities. Throughout the event, families can enjoy trick-or-treating with local vendors, meet beloved characters, and savor plenty of candy and festive treats.
Family Halloween Skate Party
Saturday, Oct. 19 • 10 a.m.
Skate City, Sioux Falls
Join us for our annual Family Halloween Skate Party. Show off your costumes while enjoying games, door prizes, and glow specials. Admission is $10.00, and skate rentals are $3.50. Parents skate for half off admission.
Lupulin Thank You Bash
Saturday, Oct. 19 • 12 p.m.
Lupulin Brewing, Sioux Falls
Join us Saturday for one last Bash. We would like to thank you for all of your support over the years in the best way we know how: with beer, lots of beer, and a party. We will have special pizza from Sunny's Pizzaria, infused cupcakes from Intoxibakes, live music featuring Back Alley Band and Alli & I, a flight special, bottle and crowler specials, cornhole, axe throwing, and video games. If you wear your Lupulin merch, we will give you 10% off any merch purchase.
Night at the Museum
Saturday, Oct. 19 • 1 p.m.
Museum of Geology, Rapid City
Enjoy a spook-tacular day at the Museum of Geology. Join us in costume in the O’Harra building for trick or treating, activities, and fun surrounding the rocks and fossils you find in South Dakota.
Pins for Pits
Saturday, Oct. 19 • 2 p.m.
Sport Bowl, Sioux Falls
Spend an afternoon with friends at the Pins for Pits event hosted by Sioux Empire Pit Rescue. All proceeds will support our Community Outreach and Spay and Neuter assistance program, which collaborates with community partners to provide free basic veterinary care for beloved dogs. You can build a team of four, or we will assist you in forming a team upon arrival. Registration includes domestic beer or soda and shoe rental, with cash prizes for the top three teams and various raffle and auction opportunities available throughout the event.
Dancing with the Sioux Falls Stars
Saturday, Oct. 19 • 6 p.m.
The District, Sioux Falls
Dancing with the Sioux Falls Stars is a unique event featuring local celebrities and seasoned dance professionals who partner for a memorable fundraiser. The evening will feature a social hour with heavy hors d’oeuvres, a fun signature cocktail, and delightful desserts. Funds raised at this event will be used to support ongoing work of education and advocacy to improve the lives of people affected by mental illness.
Bowling for Zander
Saturday, Oct. 19 & Sunday, Oct. 20
Main Street, Dell Rapids
Join us for a fall festival that celebrates Zander's legacy and the spirit of community. Originally a simple bowling tournament, this event has evolved to encompass friendship, skill-building, and youth education, while creating lasting memories. Everyone is welcome to participate, whether you're a bowler, a spectator, or just looking for a fun weekend. Activities include a bake sale, silent auction, pumpkin bowling, face painting, a beer garden, karaoke, a petting zoo, bounce houses, bike safety sessions, and much more, all designed to bring the community together.
Pints & Pumpkin Painting
Sunday, Oct. 20 • 1 p.m.
Severance Brewing, Sioux Falls
Paint pumpkins with a brush in one hand and pint in the other. Pumpkin quantities are limited and first come, first served. Pumpkins will be voted on by staff and customers at 3 p.m. Top two winners will receive a $15 Severance Gift Card.
Theory of a Deadman: Unplugged
Sunday, Oct. 20 • 7 p.m.
Washington Pavilion, Sioux Falls
Join us for an intimate performance of Theory of a Deadman Unplugged at the Washington Pavilion, featuring special guests Citizen Soldier and Adelitas Way. This unique event offers a chance to experience the band's music in a more personal setting. Attendees can look forward to an evening filled with memorable acoustic renditions and engaging performances. It promises to be a night of great music and connection for fans of all genres.
P!NK Live 2024
Monday, Oct. 21 • 7:30 p.m.
Denny Sanford PREMIER Center, Sioux Falls
P!NK will be taking the stage for her highly anticipated Live 2024 tour, showcasing her powerful vocals and dynamic performances. Fans can expect a night filled with her greatest hits and visually stunning production. This event promises to be a memorable experience for both longtime followers and new listeners alike. Don't miss the opportunity to see P!NK live in concert.
Whiskey for Wildlife
Tuesday, Oct. 22 • 5 p.m.
Windsor Block Bar, Rapid City
Don't miss your chance for a one-on-one tasting from the Eastman/Wyoming Whiskey/MDF collaboration with a special guest host. We have 2 of only 6 complete sets ever made: one for the live auction and one for a private tasting. Join us for a great night of rare whiskey and live auction items. Mark your calendars.
RITTZ: Back for Even More Tour
Tuesday, Oct. 22 • 6 p.m.
Bigs Bar, Sioux Falls
Join us for the RITTZ - Back For Even More Tour. Prepare for an unforgettable night filled with incredible music and high energy as RITTZ takes the stage. This event promises to deliver a memorable experience for all fans. Don't miss your chance to be part of an exciting evening.
World Ballet Company: Swan Lake
Tuesday, Oct. 22 • 8 p.m.
The Monument, Rapid City
Swan Lake will be performed one night only by the World Ballet Company. See the iconic Dance of the Little Swans, count the 32 fouettés performed by the Odile, and immerse yourself in magical Tchaikovsky's music. The production will feature richly detailed, hand-painted sets and over 150 radiant costumes that bring fresh representation to this timeless classic.
Bricks & Beers
Wednesday, Oct. 23 • 6:30 p.m.
Remedy Brewing Company, Sioux Falls
Bricks and Beers is returning with an exciting LEGO building contest hosted by Bricks & Minifigs. Teams will have one hour to create a LEGO masterpiece based on a theme drawn that night. Each team, consisting of two players, can enter for $20, which includes two drink tickets. Participants will have the chance to win prizes such as gift cards to Remedy or Bricks and Minifigs, as well as unique LEGO pieces. All ages are welcome, and Bricks and Minifigs will be provided.
Chamber Spooktacular
Thursday, Oct. 24 • 3 p.m.
Pierre Area Chamber of Commerce
Join us for our Chamber Spooktacular on Thursday. Stop in for treats, games, photo backdrops, and coloring pages. We look forward to seeing your “fang-tastic” costumes. Afterwards, make your way to the Trick or Treat on Main Street event, just a few blocks away.
