EVENTS | Upcoming South Dakota events & entertainment

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The Descent Release Tour

Thursday, March 21 • 7 p.m.
Remedy at 611, Sioux Falls

By The Thousands is a progressive metal band hailing from the Twin Cities. Their music is a fusion of complex rhythms, technical guitar and bass work, with deep, powerful vocals. It is the perfect blend of the aggressive, hard-hitting technical metal that the Midwest is known for, and melodic riffs and solos with newly incorporated clean vocals. Joining them will be Doppelganger, Iced Wrist, Work of Wolves and Emerald Skies.

Skyler Bolks with Lavetti Vegas

Friday, March 22 • 8 p.m.
Club David, Sioux Falls

Gather your friends for a great night of comedy at Club David with local legend, Skyler Bolks, headlining a rare appearance in downtown Sioux Falls. Show also features Lavetti Vegas.z

Neon Horizon

Friday, March 22 • 8:30 p.m.
Bigs Bar, Sioux Falls

Neon Horizon, an alternative rock band based out of Sioux Falls, formed in 2019. The band uses elements of many genres from funk and R&B to rock, pop and others in its song writing. Leaving a little something for everyone to gravitate toward. Friday’s show is free and all ages are welcome.

The Passion and the Cross

Friday, March 22 – Saturday, March 30
Orpheum Theater Center, Sioux Falls

Now in its fourth season in Sioux Falls, “The Passion and the Cross” is a one act, two hour musical featuring a cast of about 120 adults and children – the largest cast ever put on the Orpheum stage. This musical is an enchanting journey back to the first century when Jesus walked the earth, and unlike anything you’ve seen before.

10th Annual Easter Egg Hunt

Saturday, March 23 • 10 a.m.
6801 S Grange Ave., Sioux Falls

Presented by The Experience Real Estate, there will be more than 4,000 Easter eggs to hunt – 1,000 more than last year. Bring your baskets and search for a winning egg. There are chances to win one of three bikes. The Easter bunny will be hopping by at 9:40 a.m., so don't forget your camera.

Ag Day 2024

Saturday, March 23 • 10 a.m.
Washington Pavilion, Sioux Falls

Ag Day gives children and families a wonderful opportunity to learn about agriculture’s significance, in South Dakota and beyond. Our exhibits are exciting and educational, great for the whole family. Enjoy a variety of exhibits and experiences at Ag Day. Engage in the interactive farm display, play virtual games, watch chicks hatch, plant flower seeds, learn to crochet and knit, shell corn, collect beetles, ride a stick horse, and sit in a saddle.

Raise the Roof Roundup

Saturday, March 23 • 5:30 p.m.
Monick Yards, Sioux Falls

We’re rustling up murder, mystery, and a whole lot of laughs for you folks by bringing in Jest Murder Mystery Co. for the evening. Plus, En Place will be serving up some delicious food bound to fill your bellies to bursting. Don your hats, boots, bandanas, and other wild west get up and get in on the fun while supporting Habitat for Humanity of Greater Sioux Falls.

2024 SME Women in Business

Tuesday, March 26 • 12 p.m.
Convention Center, Sioux Falls

The SME Women in Business Event is the one of the region’s largest professional, educational, development, and celebratory events highlighting women. The event includes a trade fair, educational sessions, and an evening program featuring the Women of Excellence Awards and keynote speaker, Amelia Rose Earhart. Amelia Rose Earhart is the youngest woman to fly around the world in a single engine aircraft and is the namesake to the famed Amelia Mary Earhart who attempted to fly around the world in 1937.