Upcoming Events

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

For over 600 years, stringed keyboard instruments have served as repositories for human imagination, science, technology, craft, artistry, and music. They are admired for their stature – and oftentimes stunning beauty – alongside their ability to play both melody and harmony. Keyboard innovation has continuously expanded throughout the world, throughout time. Opening in March 2024, the ...

Exhibit opening with gallery talk and demonstrations beginning at 6pm

open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 am - 4 pm

National Music Museum

Together, we strive to create a society of CURIOUS, SCIENTIFICALLY LITERATE, and ENGAGED problem solvers. You can be a critical part in fulfilling our vision by finding your volunteer focus below. Come in during volunteer hours to learn how you can help!

South Dakota Discovery Center

Lights display.

Falls Park

Seasonal displays, model trains, photos with Santa and entertainment.

South Dakota State Railroad Museum

Grand lighting ceremony of nearly 100 decorated trees. 

South Dakota State Capitol

Come visit Lead's Winter Wonderland! The community of Lead lights up for the city-wide holiday lighting contest and everyone is invited to travel the town and see the lights from December 1 through the 31st!

City of Lead

Together, we strive to create a society of CURIOUS, SCIENTIFICALLY LITERATE, and ENGAGED problem solvers. You can be a critical part in fulfilling our vision by finding your volunteer focus below. Come in during volunteer hours to learn how you can help!

South Dakota Discovery Center

Stroll through an outdoor wonderland of lights, images and scenes of the holidays at the McCrory Gardens.  

Education and Visitor Center at McCrory Gardens

Delight in the holiday season by visiting the beautiful historic Mead Museum filled with unique, cheery Christmas trees! You'll enjoy seeing 70+ trees decorated by area organizations and individuals. Vote for your favorite! Open every day from noon-4.  Friday nights are special hours until 8pm.This event is for all ages! Kids receive a craft grab bag. Santa and Mrs. Claus will pay a special visit ...

noon to 4pm Fridays until 8pm

noon to 4pm Fridays until 8pm

Mead Museum

Main Street celebration highlighted by the ball drop above the Historic Franklin Hotel veranda.

Main Street Deadwood

Concert heralding music from the real and re-imagined royal courts of Europe.

Performing Arts Center

Countdown to 2025 with us! Kick off the New Year with thrilling family fun on Tuesday, December 31. For just $15, enjoy Unlimited Ballocity all day long, a $5 Arcade Card, and 30 minutes of unlimited attractions. Plus, don’t miss the free balloon drop at 3 PM! Other packages are also available. Ring in 2025 with fun, laughter, and unforgettable memories!   Fee: $15

Allevity Entertainment

Gatsby's NYE - Rapid City

Gatsby's NYE - Rapid City

Diamond Spur Events Center

Gatsby's NYE - Rapid City

Gatsby's NYE - Rapid City

Diamond Spur Events Center

Together, we strive to create a society of CURIOUS, SCIENTIFICALLY LITERATE, and ENGAGED problem solvers. You can be a critical part in fulfilling our vision by finding your volunteer focus below. Come in during volunteer hours to learn how you can help!

South Dakota Discovery Center

4 Person Scramble - Grab your four person team and give this month's four person scramble a go!  

4 Person Scramble - Sioux Falls

4 Person Scramble - Sioux Falls

Golf Addiction

Spend a deliciously chilling evening with renowned criminologist and serial killer expert, Dr. Scott Bonn, as he takes you inside the minds of the world’s most savage and prolific murderers.

Orpheum Theater Center

Free wine while you shop.

Sip N Shop - Rapid City

Sip N Shop - Rapid City

Dandelion Bouquet

LazerTubing is a cosmic experience of lights, music and fun! https://www.greatbearpark.com/  

Lazer Tubing - Sioux Falls

Lazer Tubing - Sioux Falls

Lazer Tubing - Sioux Falls

Lazer Tubing - Sioux Falls

Lazer Tubing - Sioux Falls

Lazer Tubing - Sioux Falls

Great Bear Ski Valley