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ARTS SOUTH DAKOTA UPCOMING EVENTS

Event Series J. Earl Lee Piano Festival

J. Earl Lee Piano Festival

Augustana University 2001 S Summit Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, United States

In partnership with Yamaha, the School of Music will host Yamaha Artist Lori Frazier for digital piano workshops designed for music educators and piano instructors from 1:00–3:00 p.m. These sessions will focus on hands-on learning in our piano lab, and meaningful experiences for both students and teachers. The workshop is free, though space is limited and early registration is encouraged.

Event Series J. Earl Lee Piano Festival

J. Earl Lee Piano Festival

Augustana University 2001 S Summit Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, United States

In partnership with Yamaha, the School of Music will host Yamaha Artist Lori Frazier for digital piano workshops designed for music educators and piano instructors from 1:00–3:00 p.m. These sessions will focus on hands-on learning in our piano lab, and meaningful experiences for both students and teachers. The workshop is free, though space is limited and early registration is encouraged.

Event Series Handel’s Messiah

Mozart & Bartok

Washington Pavilion - SDSO 301 S Main Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, United States

The South Dakota Symphony Orchestra ends the season with Mozart’s beautiful and brilliant Piano Concerto No. 21, followed with Bela Bartok’s vibrant Concerto for Orchestra, highlighting the talent and beauty of the orchestral sound.

Prom through the Ages Dance

El Riad Shrine 510 S Phillips Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, United States

Join us for our “Prom through the Ages Dance,” Friday, May 1. We will be dancing to live music performed by the El Riad Big Band, on the spacious hardwood-floored ballroom of the El Riad Shrine in downtown Sioux Falls. All are welcome to recall the excitement and anticipation of graduation and promotion on the [...]

$7 – $15

NMM Discovery Saturday

National Music Museum East Clark Street, Vermillion, S, United States

Discovery Saturday returns to the National Music Museum (NMM) on May 2, launching a month of programs that explore America’s musical heritage and honor Military Appreciation Month through performances, activities, and special gallery experiences. The May 2 Discovery Saturday will feature Missouri Valley Music, presenting folk music traditions through live performance and storytelling. Musicians John [...]

Included with Museum Admission

High Plains Woodwinds Spring Concert: “Spring Anew”

Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church 2208 W. La Quinta St., Sioux Falls, United States

Join the High Plains Woodwinds as they present a spring concert of pieces never-before programmed by the group! A wide variety of pieces new to our performers and audience! Sunday, May 3 2:00 pm Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church 2208 W. La Quinta St. Sioux Falls, SD Free Will Donation Reception to follow Spring Anew! [...]

High Plains Woodwinds Spring Concert: “Spring Anew”

Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church 2208 W. La Quinta St., Sioux Falls, United States

Join the High Plains Woodwinds as they present a spring concert of pieces never-before programmed by the group! A wide variety of pieces new to our performers and audience! Sunday, May 3 2:00 pm Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church 2208 W. La Quinta St. Sioux Falls, SD Free Will Donation Reception to follow Spring Anew! [...]

Jalan Crossland

The Matthews Opera House – Theatre 612 Main St, Spearfish, SD, United States

You’ve never heard him like this before! Jalan Crossland brings his acclaimed live show to The Matthews Opera House in Spearfish, SD on Friday, May 9, 2026. Known throughout the Rocky Mountain region for his extraordinary guitar work and engaging stage presence, Jalan delivers a performance that blends folk, bluegrass, and Americana into something entirely [...]

Johann Sebastian Bach ‘Mass in B minor, BWV 232’

Our Savior's Lutheran Church 909 W 33rd St, Sioux Falls, S, United States

Johann Sebastian Bach ‘Mass in B minor, BWV 232’ Augustana Bach Collegium Dr. David Chin, Conductor Augustana Orchestra Dr. Chris Unger, Conductor Augustana Choir and VikingKor Dr. Russell Svenningsen, Conductor Angelus Natalie Campbell, Conductor Natalie Buickians, Soprano Esther Ting, Soprano Daniel Moody, Countertenor Okawa Tan, Tenor Peter Tuff, Baritone Ioana Galu, Concertmaster Dr. David Chin, [...]

$20

Augustana Percussion & Flute Ensembles present: Topography of Dreaming

Augustana Univeristy Hamre Recital Hall 2120 S. Grange Avenue, Sioux Falls, S, United States

Augustana Percussion & Flute Ensembles present: Topography of Dreaming May 12, 2026 7:30PM Hamre Recital Hall General Admission $5 AU Free with ID https://flow.page/augieschoolofmusic

$5

Parkston Amphitheater – AmphiThursdays Summer Concert Series

Parkston Amphitheater 102 S Anna St, Parkston, S, United States

AmphiThursdays enters its 6th season in Parkston, SD Our events are admission free, but there are food trucks, cold beer and vendors on site every week. May 21st - Kimberly Meyer with opener Emma Nichole May 28th - GPO with opener XTD June 4th - Hot Rod Chevy Kevy with opener Billy Lurkin June 11th [...]

Free

Parkston Amphitheater – AmphiThursdays Summer Concert Series

Parkston Amphitheater 102 S Anna St, Parkston, S, United States

AmphiThursdays enters its 6th season in Parkston, SD Our events are admission free, but there are food trucks, cold beer and vendors on site every week. May 21st - Kimberly Meyer with opener Emma Nichole May 28th - GPO with opener XTD June 4th - Hot Rod Chevy Kevy with opener Billy Lurkin June 11th [...]

Free

Parkston Amphitheater – AmphiThursdays Summer Concert Series

Parkston Amphitheater 102 S Anna St, Parkston, S, United States

AmphiThursdays enters its 6th season in Parkston, SD Our events are admission free, but there are food trucks, cold beer and vendors on site every week. May 21st - Kimberly Meyer with opener Emma Nichole May 28th - GPO with opener XTD June 4th - Hot Rod Chevy Kevy with opener Billy Lurkin June 11th [...]

Free

The Two Tracks

The Matthews Opera House – Theatre 612 Main St, Spearfish, SD, United States

Due to weather and road closures, The Two Tracks were not able to make it to Spearfish, so tonight’s show (April 3) has been postponed. The concert will now take place on Friday, June 5 at The Matthews Opera House & Arts Center. 2022 & 2024 Wyoming Arts Council Performing Arts Fellowship Winners “They avoid many [...]

Parkston Amphitheater – AmphiThursdays Summer Concert Series

Parkston Amphitheater 102 S Anna St, Parkston, S, United States

AmphiThursdays enters its 6th season in Parkston, SD Our events are admission free, but there are food trucks, cold beer and vendors on site every week. May 21st - Kimberly Meyer with opener Emma Nichole May 28th - GPO with opener XTD June 4th - Hot Rod Chevy Kevy with opener Billy Lurkin June 11th [...]

Free

Parkston Amphitheater – AmphiThursdays Summer Concert Series

Parkston Amphitheater 102 S Anna St, Parkston, S, United States

AmphiThursdays enters its 6th season in Parkston, SD Our events are admission free, but there are food trucks, cold beer and vendors on site every week. May 21st - Kimberly Meyer with opener Emma Nichole May 28th - GPO with opener XTD June 4th - Hot Rod Chevy Kevy with opener Billy Lurkin June 11th [...]

Free

Parkston Amphitheater – AmphiThursdays Summer Concert Series

Parkston Amphitheater 102 S Anna St, Parkston, S, United States

AmphiThursdays enters its 6th season in Parkston, SD Our events are admission free, but there are food trucks, cold beer and vendors on site every week. May 21st - Kimberly Meyer with opener Emma Nichole May 28th - GPO with opener XTD June 4th - Hot Rod Chevy Kevy with opener Billy Lurkin June 11th [...]

Free

Soulful Sounds in Sioux Falls

The Social 301 S Thompson Ave, Sioux Falls, United States

SIOUX FALLS, READY FOR A NIGHT OF SOULFUL FUN & VINTAGE GLAMOUR? Step into a candlelit world where the Harlem Renaissance meets today’s vibe with the sensational Music & Comedy of Acute Inflections! As seen on HBO and Amazon, this NYC-based Jazzy R&B duo delivers a sound fans of Erykah Badu and Billie Holiday will [...]

$40.00

2026 Augustana Music Academy Workshop

Augustana University 2001 S Summit Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, United States

In collaboration with Arts South Dakota and the South Dakota Arts Council, the Augustana Music Academy (AMA) provides high-quality professional development for music educators teaching kindergarten through 12th grade. Held on Augustana University's campus from July 6-9, AMA offers a diverse blend of workshops and interactive sessions. Participants will have opportunities for hands-on learning equipping them [...]

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