Upcoming Events

Oct 11, 2025 - Jan 10, 2026 / Nordic Yule Market - Brookings

Step into the magic of the season at our Nordic Yule Market, open October 11 – January 10 at the South Dakota Art Museum Shop! Inspired by traditional Nordic and German holiday markets, this festive ...

Step into the magic of the season at our Nordic Yule Market, open October 11 – January 10 at the South Dakota Art Museum Shop! Inspired by traditional Nordic and German holiday markets, this festive shopping experience features: • Handcrafted gifts from Nordic and local artists (50 new vendors!) • Special events including live music, sip & shop, and family-friendly activities • A cozy reading corner • Meet & greets with your favorite characters • Free gift wrapping on select days

South Dakota Art Museum
South Dakota Art Museum 57007 1036 Medary Avenue, Brookings, SD 57007
Lights display.
Falls Park
Falls Park 131 E Falls Park Dr Sioux Falls, SD

Nov 28, 2025 - Jan 04, 2026 / Festival of Trees - Custer

Decorated trees on display. You can view all of the trees set up by community partners and organizations at the Custer State Park Visitor Center throughout the month of December.  

Decorated trees on display. You can view all of the trees set up by community partners and organizations at the Custer State Park Visitor Center throughout the month of December.  
Visitor Center Custer State Park
Visitor Center Custer State Park 13329 13329 U.S. 16A Custer, SD 57730

Dec 07, 2025 - Jan 06, 2026 / Garden Glow - Brookings

Stroll through an outdoor wonderland of lights, images and scenes of the holidays at the McCrory Gardens. Garden Glow will be closed for the following days: Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year's ...

Stroll through an outdoor wonderland of lights, images and scenes of the holidays at the McCrory Gardens. Garden Glow will be closed for the following days: Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year's Day. 
Education and Visitor Center at McCrory Gardens
Education and Visitor Center at McCrory Gardens 57006 631 22nd Ave. Brookings SD 57006

Jan 01, 2026 - Jan 31, 2026 / Downtown Burger Battle - Sioux Falls

Local restaurants compete for the title of Best Burger in DTSF.

Local restaurants compete for the title of Best Burger in DTSF.
Various Locations
Various Locations

Jan 01, 2026 / First Day Hike - Bruce

Fight off the winter blues with an approximately one-mile guided hike through Oakwood Lakes State Park. Park license required.

Fight off the winter blues with an approximately one-mile guided hike through Oakwood Lakes State Park. Park license required.
Oakwood Lakes State Park
Oakwood Lakes State Park 20247 20247 Oakwood Dr., Bruce, SD

Jan 01, 2026 / First Day Hike - Sioux Falls

Start 2026 off right with a First Day Hike.  This one-mile guided hike will showcase the winter nature of the park as well as the park's history. Park license required. 

Start 2026 off right with a First Day Hike.  This one-mile guided hike will showcase the winter nature of the park as well as the park's history. Park license required. 
Good Earth State Park
Good Earth State Park 26924 26924 480th Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57108
4-Person Scramble Indoor Golf.  
Golf Addiction
Golf Addiction 57106 5301 W 57th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57106

Jan 02, 2026 / Karl Dulitz - EastBank Art Gallery - Sioux Falls

Please join us as we celebrate the artwork of our guest artist Karl Dulitz Friday, January 2nd from 6-8pm. Work will be on display Dec. 30, 2025 through Jan. 31, 2026.

Please join us as we celebrate the artwork of our guest artist Karl Dulitz Friday, January 2nd from 6-8pm. Work will be on display Dec. 30, 2025 through Jan. 31, 2026.
Eastbank Gallery
Eastbank Gallery 57103 401 E. 8th Street. (East and Railroad Center), Sioux Falls, SD 57103

Jan 02, 2026 / Jeanine Visser - EastBank Art Gallery - Sioux Falls

Please join us as we celebrate the artwork of our guest artist Jeanine Visser Friday, January 2nd from 6-8pm. Work will be on display Dec. 30, 2025 through Jan. 31, 2026.

Please join us as we celebrate the artwork of our guest artist Jeanine Visser Friday, January 2nd from 6-8pm. Work will be on display Dec. 30, 2025 through Jan. 31, 2026.
Eastbank Gallery
Eastbank Gallery 57103 401 E. 8th Street Ste 116, Sioux Falls, SD 57103

Jan 02, 2026 / Sip N Shop - Rapid City

Free wine while you shop.

Free wine while you shop.
Dandelion Bouquet
Dandelion Bouquet 57701 901 Mt Rushmore Rd, Rapid City, SD 57701

Jan 02, 2026 / Lunar Life: Guided Play - Pierre

Included with admission; Don a spacesuit and take a moon walk through our newest exhibition, Lunar Life: Destination Mars! Super Star volunteers are waiting on standby, ready for launch. Join them to discover ...

Included with admission; Don a spacesuit and take a moon walk through our newest exhibition, Lunar Life: Destination Mars! Super Star volunteers are waiting on standby, ready for launch. Join them to discover all that Lunar Life has to offer, ranging from activities you may have missed on the first visit to deeper explanations of the science behind them! We cannot always guarantee a volunteer can be ...
South Dakota Discovery Center
South Dakota Discovery Center 57501 805 W Sioux Ave, Pierre, SD 57501

Jan 05, 2026 / Ladies Auxiliary Meeting - Sioux Falls

The Auxiliary supports the Ranch through fundraising efforts, special events, and treats for the boys. To learn more about membership, contact Jacinda or Sarah.

The Auxiliary supports the Ranch through fundraising efforts, special events, and treats for the boys. To learn more about membership, contact Jacinda or Sarah.
McCrossan Visitors Center
McCrossan Visitors Center 47135 47135 260th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57107

Jan 06, 2026 - Jan 08, 2026 / Dakota Farm Show - Vermillion

The Dakota Farm Show will once again kick of the new year showcasing hundreds of exhibitors representing over 1,000 agricultural products and services, all inside the temperature-controlled USD DakotaDome.  ...

The Dakota Farm Show will once again kick of the new year showcasing hundreds of exhibitors representing over 1,000 agricultural products and services, all inside the temperature-controlled USD DakotaDome.  Join thousands of agricultural producers from South Dakota, Nebraska, Iowa, and Minnesota to review the latest farm technology focused on improving yields, reducing costs, and managing risk. dakotafarmshow.com
USD DakotaDome
USD DakotaDome 57069 1101 N Dakota St, Vermillion, SD 57069

Jan 06, 2026 / Doggie Date Night for Garden Glow - Brookings

Bring your pups for $1 for Garden Glow!

Bring your pups for $1 for Garden Glow!
McCrory Gardens
McCrory Gardens 57007 631 22nd Ave, Brookings, SD 57007

Jan 07, 2026 / Tea Meditation - Spearfish

Join Ashley of Sage & Cedar Herbal Tea Co. for a grounding experience supported by plant medicines. In the calming environment of the Salt Cave, we will journey with a medicinal herb or artisanal tea ...

Join Ashley of Sage & Cedar Herbal Tea Co. for a grounding experience supported by plant medicines. In the calming environment of the Salt Cave, we will journey with a medicinal herb or artisanal tea leaf learning about its history of use and wellness benefits. We will take time to slow down, ground, and open ourselves to receive the medicine of this specially brewed tea.   The ...
Black Hills Salt Cave & Spa
Black Hills Salt Cave & Spa 57783 738 N 5th St, Spearfish, SD 57783

Jan 07, 2026 / Warm Up with Kore Cares In-Home Services - Yankton

Warm drinks. Sweet treats. Good conversation. We'd love to meet you, answer questions, and connect with the community we're honored to serve here in Yankton.

Warm drinks. Sweet treats. Good conversation. We'd love to meet you, answer questions, and connect with the community we're honored to serve here in Yankton.
57078 215 Mulberry St, Suite 7, Yankton, SD 57078

Jan 07, 2026 / Rocky Wednesday - Pierre

Included with admission; See and touch local rocks and enjoy take-home goodies! Topic may vary.   Fee: $Included with admission

Included with admission; See and touch local rocks and enjoy take-home goodies! Topic may vary.   Fee: $Included with admission
South Dakota Discovery Center
South Dakota Discovery Center 57501 805 W Sioux Ave, Pierre, SD 57501

Jan 08, 2026 / REZA | Edge of Illusion - Huron

REZA | Edge of Illusion Blackburn Hall Huron, SD 7PM

REZA | Edge of Illusion Blackburn Hall Huron, SD 7PM

Blackburn Hall
Blackburn Hall 57350 333 9th St. NE, Huron, SD 57350 USA, Huron, South Dakota 57350
Haven Dance Academy performance.
Washington Pavilion
Washington Pavilion 57104 301 S. Main Ave, Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57104
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