Lyrical Limelight joins The Scout as arts, culture, events curator + THIS WEEK'S EVENTS

What's going on, South Dakota? | Upcoming events & entertainment

Jun 11, 2026

The Dakota Scout has a new curator for The Lounge arts, entertainment and culture section at TheDakotaScout.com.

When The Scout was founded, Joe Sneve and Jonathan Ellis envisioned more than just a source for cutting-edge investigative journalism in South Dakota. They imagined a platform that would also serve as a consortium for talented local authors and independent content creators who are already producing information our community wants and values.

Today, we are proud to announce that Lyrical Limelight has joined The Dakota Scout as the new curator of The Scout’s Lounge.

Lyrical Limelight is a dedicated music and arts section/series within Intellectual Dissatisfaction, a Sioux Falls-based independent alternative media outlet focused on:

Nationwide live-music coverage and in-depth concert reviews
Features on emerging artists
Professional photography
Writing, photography, and art by creatives across the country

Known for its honest, detailed show recaps and high-quality photography, Lyrical Limelight regularly covers shows at Sioux Falls venues like The Den and Bigs Bar, while also reaching audiences well beyond South Dakota (with readers in dozens of countries).

The Scout is thrilled to partner with this respected local independent voice. This collaboration strengthens our mission of supporting quality local journalism and creative content that enriches our community.

Welcome aboard, Lyrical Limelight!

Stay up to date with our listing of events happening across the state. From festivals and concerts to theater performances, local sports and community gatherings, we bring you the latest updates on entertainment and activities for all interests. Whether you’re seeking family-friendly fun, cultural experiences or vibrant nightlife, you’ll find plenty of exciting events to explore.

Submit your events to The Dakota Scout and Lyrical Limelight by emailing events@thedakotascout.com

THIS WEEK

Friday, June 12

The Wall That Heals 2026

Friday, June 12 • Open 24 hours
Fishback Soccer Complex, Brookings

The City of Brookings hosts the traveling Vietnam Veterans Memorial replica and Mobile Education Center. The exhibit opened June 11 and remains open around the clock until 2 p.m. Sunday, June 14. Free.

Pine Island Gravel Odyssey

Friday, June 12 • All day
Spearfish City Park, Spearfish

The signature Spearfish gravel cycling event continues during the coverage window, drawing riders to the Northern Hills for long-distance routes and outdoor endurance riding. Cost not listed.

Cootie Days

Friday, June 12 through Sunday, June 14
Dell Rapids City Park, Dell Rapids

Dell Rapids’ long-running community carnival returns for its 107th year, with local reporting noting an expanded carnival midway for the 2026 celebration. Cost not listed.

Custer Off-Road Rally

Friday, June 12 • Times vary
Custer Trails, Custer

The Custer Chamber’s off-road weekend begins Friday with riders bringing ATVs, UTVs, Jeeps and dual-sport vehicles for a weekend on Southern Hills trails. Registration and ticketing vary.

GreenWayDays

Friday, June 12 • Times vary
Founders Park and Rapid City Greenway, Rapid City

Rapid City’s community-driven summer festival honors the memory of the 1972 flood while celebrating the greenway system that grew from the city’s recovery. Price not listed.

Downtown Friday Nights

Friday, June 12 • 6 p.m.
Downtown Spearfish

Spearfish’s downtown summer series brings people into the city center for music, vendors and community activity on a Friday evening. Price not listed.

Deadwood PBR

Friday, June 12 • 7 p.m.
Days of ’76 Event Complex, Deadwood

Professional bull riders return to Deadwood for the first of two nights at the Days of ’76 Event Complex. Tickets range from $21.50 to $76.50.

Grace Kelly

Friday, June 12 • 7 p.m.
Levitt at the Falls, Sioux Falls

Singer, saxophonist and composer Grace Kelly performs at the Levitt with members of the Fellowship Jazz Center Orchestra. The free outdoor concert also includes an opening set from the Dalton Peterson Trio and Levitt Jam Camp Showcase.

Legally Blonde

Friday, June 12 • 7 p.m.
Orpheum Theater Center, Sioux Falls

The Premiere Playhouse opens its run of the Broadway musical comedy about Elle Woods, law school and the cheerful demolition of people’s low expectations. Ticketed.

Matt Rife Stay Golden World Tour

Friday, June 12 • 8 p.m.
Denny Sanford Premier Center, Sioux Falls

Comedian Matt Rife brings his arena comedy tour to Sioux Falls for a Friday night stop at the Premier Center. Ticketed.

Spotlight Theatre Company presents Macbeth

Friday, June 12 • Time not listed
Augustana University, Sioux Falls

Spotlight Theatre Company’s young performers stage Shakespeare’s tragedy in a free summer production running June 12–13.

Saturday, June 13

MOTHER with Dragged Out to Sea and Exhausted

Saturday, June 13 • 8 p.m.
The Den, Sioux Falls

MOTHER brings a heavy summer show to The Den with special guests Dragged Out to Sea and Exhausted. The flyer lists the event as free, all ages, with music starting at 8 p.m.

Pine Island Gravel Odyssey

Saturday, June 13 • All day
Spearfish City Park, Spearfish

The Spearfish gravel cycling weekend continues Saturday, with riders taking on Black Hills terrain and the event’s signature outdoor challenge. Cost not listed.