EVENTS | Upcoming South Dakota events & entertainment

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State Theatre Showings

Thursday, April 11 – Sunday, April 14
State Theatre, Sioux Falls

Enjoy a date night or a family-fun night in the heart of downtown Sioux Falls at the State Theatre. Showing some captivating and hilarious flicks there is bound to be something for everyone. Featuring a new release called Love Lies Bleeding, along with classics such as Dumb and Dumber, Dawn of the Dead, and The Incredibles. Feast on your popcorn, and indulge on your snacks while you sit back and enjoy the show.

‘Oklahoma!’

Thursday, April 11 – Sunday, April 21
Orpheum Theater Center, Sioux Falls

In the Oklahoma territory during the turn-of-the-century land rush, a boastful cowboy named Curly and a surly ranch hand named Jud are both in love with a beautiful gal named Laurey. Be sure to stop by the concessions, grab a snack, enjoy some popcorn or a beverage before heading into the show. For more information visit: https://www.siouxfallsorpheum.com/events-tickets/upcoming-events/the-premiere-playhouse-presents-oklahoma/

KRRO Spring Fever Jam

Thursday, April 11 • 7 p.m.
South Dakota Military Heritage Alliance, Sioux Falls

The KRRO has brought us some of the best of Rock music on the radio over the years, they are bound to bring us a good show Thursday evening. Join them as they present the KRRO Spring Fever Jam featuring Drowning Pool and Saliva with special guest Any Given Sin. 

Breaking Benjamin

Friday, April 12 • 7 p.m.
Denny Sanford PREMIER Center, Sioux Falls

Get ready to rock as Breaking Benjamin takes the stage Friday evening. An American rock band from Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Breaking Benjamin formed in 1999 and has since released six studio albums and sold more than 19 million units, three RIAA-certified platinum records, two gold records, and many hit singles in the U.S. alone. Joining them are special guests Catch Your Breath and Daughtry.

SAUL

Friday, April 12 • 7 p.m.
Remedy at 611, Sioux Falls

Come on over to the Remedy at 611 and enjoy an evening of music from More of the Same Tour. Featuring Kingdom Collapse, Backhand Blue, Fatal Fall and Graveless. 21+, $18 advanced tickets. Event by Metro Concerts Live, Nice Enough Ent. and Backhand Blue.

Last Comic Standing – Sioux Falls Edition

Friday, April 12 • 8 p.m.
The District, Sioux Falls

We had so much fun bringing you the comedic talents around our region last year that we're hosting the Last Comic Standing Sioux Falls Edition once again. Head over to The District for a night of live entertainment with Blake Rave Music and the best local comedians we can find. Presented by the Junior League of Sioux Falls; a network of empowered female civic leaders working with community partners to address and solve pressing issues in our community.

Peter Antoniou Psychic Comedian

Friday, April 12 • 8 p.m.
Icon Event Hall + Lounge, Sioux Falls

Peter Antoniou's path to becoming a psychic comedian began at age 9 with his first tarot card deck. This kicked off a determined, eventful and often bizarre journey to develop the skills you see on stage today — an uncanny and unique ability to look inside people's minds and reveal what they're thinking. Combining his razor-sharp British wit with an otherworldly talent, Peter's performances promise an interactive, engaging and unforgettable experience.

Bacon Fest 2024

Saturday, April 13 • 12 p.m.
Remedy at 611, Sioux Falls

Head over to Remedy at 611 to support the local Sioux Falls Roller Dollz. A day of fun complete with bacon recipe and eating contests, beer and bacon skewers, 50/50 raffle, oinking contest, face painting and so much more. $10 Pork Pass gets you a sample of each bacon recipe.

SDSO: American Masters

Saturday, April 13 • 7:30 p.m.
Washington Pavilion, Sioux Falls

Join the SDSO for a celebration of American composers, both past and present. This concert features two world premieres, including Dorff's Clarinet Concerto, composed for SDSO principal clarinet Christopher Hill, and Bernstein's beloved Symphonic Dances from West Side Story.

Nick Swardson Live

Saturday, April 13 • 8 p.m.
Grand Falls Casino & Golf Resort, Larchwood

Laughter will fill the air Saturday at Grand Falls Casino. Taking the stage is well-known comedian, actor, writer and producer Nick Swardson. He has found success on the small and silver screens as well as the live stage. His unique comedic view has made him a regular guest on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Jimmy Kimmel Live! and Conan.

Pink Ladies Benefit

Sunday, April 14 • 12 p.m.
El Riad Shrine, Sioux Falls

Join us Sunday, April 14 at the El Riad Shrine for this family-friendly event to support local families facing the unthinkable. The Pink Ladies’ Kickin’ Cancer Jam will feature local bands bringing you live music all day, a dart tournament, 50/50 raffle, silent auction and bake sale. 

The iLLdren Tour

Sunday, April 14 • 7 p.m.
Remedy at 611, Sioux Falls

Nice Enough Ent. and Project Be Well present, The iLLdren Tour 2024. Featuring King Iso with special guests Lex Bratcher, Taebo Tha Truth and Unconventional Kingz.

Mean Girls

Monday, April 15 - Wednesday, April 17
Washington Pavilion, Sioux Falls

Direct from Broadway, Mean Girls is the hilarious hit musical from an award- winning creative team, including book writer Tina Fey (“30 Rock”), composer Jeff Richmond (“Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt”), lyricist Nell Benjamin (Legally Blonde) and original director and choreographer, Casey Nicholaw (The Book of Mormon).