ARTS CALENDAR

We want to share your events!  Whether virtual or in-person, we’re here to help you promote all your events. Our calendar is the only calendar in the state devoted solely to the arts!

Note: We will approve submitted events within 48 hours. If you have any questions please contact us via info@artssouthdakota.org.

Need help submitting your event? Please reach out to sarah@artssouthdakota.org for assistance.

 

Sign up for our weekly events & opportunities emails!

LOOKING FOR ARTS OPPORTUNITIES AND JOBS?

Visit the Arts Opportunities resource page to learn more!

If you would like to submit an arts opportunity, please email shari@artssouthdakota.org to be included.

 

See our weekly email & monthly reader archives→

Art House in Hot Springs presents its next exhibit, PHIYÁ WICHÓNI (A New Beginning) by Lorri Ann Two Bulls

Art House 405 N River St, Hot Springs, S, United States

Art House Hot Springs latest exhibit feature's artwork made by Lorri Ann Two Bulls, will be on display from October 10th till December 12th. Join us for the opening reception and meet the artist on November 2nd during 5-8pm. Words from the Artist - This show represents cells, the basic function of life from all [...]

Free

High Strung: Five Centuries of Stringed Keyboard Instruments

National Music Museum Groves Gallery

Event Contact: National Music MuseumContact Email: nmm@usd.eduContact Phone: 605-358-3450Event URL: https://www.nmmusd.org/special-exhibitionsEvent Locator: 2024-ACABQBFor 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 [...]

Event Series GIVING THANKS Art Exhibit

GIVING THANKS Art Exhibit

Serendipity Studio Gallery & Gifts 230 S. Phillips Ave., Suite 204, Sioux Falls, SD, United States

Step into Giving Thanks, an immersive art exhibit that celebrates the universal power of gratitude. Through a array of artwork, this exhibit explores how people from diverse cultures and time periods express thanks—whether in sacred rituals, personal moments, or acts of kindness. From ancient offerings to modern-day gestures of appreciation, Giving Thanks invites visitors to [...]

Free

Music Convocation

Krikac Administration Auditorium 300, Johnson Fine Arts Harvey and Cynthia Jewett Theatre 300, Johnson Fine Arts Stage 301

Event Locator: 2024-ACCDDT A class that students may sign up to perform pieces they are working on to receive constructive feedback.

Holiday for Fiddlers presented by Live On Stage Sious Falls

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

Holiday for Fiddlers A holiday time gift for you and your family from some of South Dakota's most recognized fiddle players. The “holiday for Fiddlers’” brings Kenny Putnam, Tom Schaefer, and Owen DeJong together with an all-star support band, some long-time performers with the Acoustic Christmas series, including Boyd Bristow, Mike Conner, Al Remund, and [...]

$48.50

High Strung: Five Centuries of Stringed Keyboard Instruments

National Music Museum Groves Gallery

Event Contact: National Music MuseumContact Email: nmm@usd.eduContact Phone: 605-358-3450Event URL: https://www.nmmusd.org/special-exhibitionsEvent Locator: 2024-ACABQBFor 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 [...]

Event Series GIVING THANKS Art Exhibit

GIVING THANKS Art Exhibit

Serendipity Studio Gallery & Gifts 230 S. Phillips Ave., Suite 204, Sioux Falls, SD, United States

Step into Giving Thanks, an immersive art exhibit that celebrates the universal power of gratitude. Through a array of artwork, this exhibit explores how people from diverse cultures and time periods express thanks—whether in sacred rituals, personal moments, or acts of kindness. From ancient offerings to modern-day gestures of appreciation, Giving Thanks invites visitors to [...]

Free

Armchair Travelers Book Club

Sturgis Public Library 1040 Harley-Davidson Way #101, Sturgis, SD, United States

Armchair Travelers Book Club will meet Thursday, December 5th, to discuss Western Novels. The librarians have a display of their stash and a list of books available by interlibrary loan. A list of these will be emailed to interested readers. We are looking for your favorite authors for our new schedule beginning in January. If [...]

Free

Brainstorming: The Human Connection – The Role of Public Libraries in an Era of Book Banning

VIRTUAL EVENT

Sarah Jones-Lutter, Library Director and past president of the South Dakota Library Association (SDLA), Dan Burniston, Library Director, and Nancy Swenson, Technology Services Librarian and SDLA Intellectual Freedom Chair, join SDHC Scholar Lawrence Diggs to address the role of public libraries in an era of book banning. Scholar: Lawrence Diggs with Sarah Jones-Lutter, Dan Burniston, [...]

Symphonic Band Rehearsal

Johnson Fine Arts Harvey and Cynthia Jewett Theatre 300, Johnson Fine Arts Stage 301

Event Locator: 2024-ACBTGK Symphonic Band Rehearsal

Chorus rehearsal

Performing Arts Center 601 Columbus St, Rapid City, SD, United States

NSU Winter Choral Concert

NSU Off Campus South University Drive, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States

Event Locator: 2024-ACAXHP Join the NSU Choir for a wonderful evening at the First Presbyterian Church in Aberdeen.

North Area Honor Band

Johnson Fine Arts Center Lobby 101, Johnson Fine Arts Harvey and Cynthia Jewett Theatre 300, Johnson Fine Arts Choir Classroom 155, Johnson Fine Arts Band Classroom 158, Johnson Fine Arts Stage 301, Johnson Fine Arts Center Vestibule 100

Event Locator: 2024-ACAXJS The local area schools come together on Northern's campus for the annual North Area Honor Band. With rehearsals all day Friday, and Saturday, you can enjoy the students' hard work on Saturday, December 7th at 4:00 pm in the Jewett Theater!

High Strung: Five Centuries of Stringed Keyboard Instruments

National Music Museum Groves Gallery

Event Contact: National Music MuseumContact Email: nmm@usd.eduContact Phone: 605-358-3450Event URL: https://www.nmmusd.org/special-exhibitionsEvent Locator: 2024-ACABQBFor 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 [...]

Event Series GIVING THANKS Art Exhibit

GIVING THANKS Art Exhibit

Serendipity Studio Gallery & Gifts 230 S. Phillips Ave., Suite 204, Sioux Falls, SD, United States

Step into Giving Thanks, an immersive art exhibit that celebrates the universal power of gratitude. Through a array of artwork, this exhibit explores how people from diverse cultures and time periods express thanks—whether in sacred rituals, personal moments, or acts of kindness. From ancient offerings to modern-day gestures of appreciation, Giving Thanks invites visitors to [...]

Free

NMM Live! | Touch of Brass Quintet

National Music Museum Performance Hall East Clark Street, Vermillion, South Dakota, United States

Event Contact: National Music MuseumContact Email: nmm@usd.eduContact Phone: 605-658-3450Event URL: https://www.nmmusd.org/events/c66e0cde-c973-43d2-9dcf-f4bd4aafb396Event Locator: 2024-ACBJLZGroup members include Dr. David Bohnert, dean of arts and humanities at Wayne State College (WSC), on trumpet; Dr. Josh Calkin, director of bands and professor of low brass at WSC, on tuba; Kevin McLouth, director of instrumental studies at Northeast Community College, [...]

Augustana Christmas Vespers 2024 – Prepare the Way

Gloria Dei Lutheran Church 5500 E 57th St, Sioux Falls, S, United States

Prepare the Way- Christmas Vespers Join us on Dec. 6 and 7 as Augustana proudly presents Christmas Vespers: Prepare the Way. Through music, word, and light, the university will embrace the spirit of Advent and reflect on the joyous anticipation of the Christmas season. Vespers services will be held at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church in [...]

$20

North Area Honor Band

Johnson Fine Arts Center Lobby 101, Johnson Fine Arts Harvey and Cynthia Jewett Theatre 300, Johnson Fine Arts Choir Classroom 155, Johnson Fine Arts Band Classroom 158, Johnson Fine Arts Stage 301, Johnson Fine Arts Center Vestibule 100

Event Locator: 2024-ACAXJS The local area schools come together on Northern's campus for the annual North Area Honor Band. With rehearsals all day Friday, and Saturday, you can enjoy the students' hard work on Saturday, December 7th at 4:00 pm in the Jewett Theater!

Go to Top