ARTS CALENDAR
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ARTS SOUTH DAKOTA UPCOMING EVENTS
Week of Events
Wood Carving 101
Wood Carving 101
Discover the creative world of wood carving with Steve Hunter. A Toronto, SD-based carver that has been carving since 1998. This beginner-friendly course is designed both for absolute beginners and for those coming back to carving after a pause. Learn core safety and carving fundamentals using one knife, plus a complete end-to-end project. The atmosphere [...]
NSU Bach’s Lunch Concert
NSU Bach’s Lunch Concert
Event Locator: 2026-ACGTVF The NSU Music Department invites you to celebrate Bach's Birthday with us at the Bethlehem Lutheran Church where an assortment of pieces composed by him will be performed. Following the concert is a free will donation lunch provided by the church.
SAI MIT Class
SAI MIT Class
Event Locator: 2026-ACHRBR Please type the full name of the student organization or club sponsoring the event.: Sigma Alpha Iota This class is for Members-In-Training for Sigma Alpha Iota only.
Spring Exhibits Celebration
Spring Exhibits Celebration
Join us as we celebrate new exhibitions across all museum galleries. Enjoy light refreshments, creative connection, and an evening of art--with live music from Prairie Groove Band, bringing jazz and blues to fit your groove.
Where the Creatives Gather
Where the Creatives Gather
Artist gathering the last three Fridays of each month from November until May at Kristopherson Korner, Veterans Avenue Sisseton Bring Art projects you are working on and come hang out with other artists the last three Fridays during the winter months. Music, Hot Tea and snacks provided. Don't forget your tea mug!
Aberdeen Film Showcase
Aberdeen Film Showcase
Event Locator: 2026-ACHRKN Celebrating local filmmakers and the stories that connect us... This event will bring together filmmakers, students, and audiences for a full day of screenings, discussion, and community connection centered around independent film. The showcase highlights a diverse lineup of films created by South Dakota filmmakers working across animation, documentary, comedy, experimental film, [...]
A Little Basket of Spring Cake Decorating Class
A Little Basket of Spring Cake Decorating Class
WATERTOWN, SD — Northern Prairie Arts will host “A Little Basket of Spring,” a beginner-friendly cake decorating workshop on Saturday, March 28, 2026 from 2–4 PM in Watertown. Instructor Tess from Crumbly Delights Bakery will guide participants through decorating an adorable Easter basket cake. During the class, participants will learn simple decorating techniques including basket-weave [...]

