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ARTS SOUTH DAKOTA UPCOMING EVENTS

Calling for entries into the Dakota MasterWorks Art Show

South Dakota Health Care Association Office 804 N Western Ave, Sioux Falls, United States

🎨 Calling All South Dakota Artists Age 60+! 🎨 We’re excited to announce the 28th Annual Dakota MasterWorks Art Show, a celebration of creativity and talent in South Dakota’s older adults! If you’re age 60 or older, we invite you to showcase your artistic talents in one or more of the following categories: • Oils [...]

$20

NMM Live! | Live & Let Slide Trombone Quartet

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/b09bed19-718a-459c-9513-d409761248e9Event Locator: 2026-ACHNTDProfessional trombone ensemble blending art music and popular repertoire while celebrating under-performed works — including music by BIPOC and female composers. Founded by Ian Rutherford; conducted by Alex Hoffman.  Included with museum admission (always free for USD faculty, staff, & students!) This event [...]

Where the Creatives Gather

Kristopherson Korner Sisseton, United States

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!

Dancing at Lughnasa

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

Dancing at Lughnasa brings the intimacy of Irish family life to The Matthews stage in a way you’ve never experienced theater before. This acclaimed Brian Friel play has captivated audiences worldwide with its tender portrait of five sisters navigating love, loss, and resilience in 1930s Ireland. Set against the backdrop of the ancient harvest festival [...]

Gallery Reception: Flower and Flame: Deborah Mitchell

Eide/Dalrymple Gallery at Augustana University 2120 S Grange Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57197, Sioux Falls, United States

In 2020, Deborah Mitchell’s studio was destroyed by an arsonist. She responded by creating works inspired by and from the wreckage.

Lilian Miller, Senior Clarinet Recital

Campus Wide Fine Arts East Clark Street, Vermillion, South Dakota, United States

Event Contact: Nan Lambertz-SchagerContact Email: music@usd.eduContact Phone: 6056583466Event URL: https://www.usd.edu/livemusicEvent Locator: 2026-ACHRFVLilian Miller invites you to her senior clarinet recital, live from Colton Recital Hall, Warren M Lee Center for the Fine Arts, and livestreamed via the link available elsewhere on this post. This event is open to the public at no charge.

Journeys to the Edge: The Artistic Legacy of Waud, Burns, and Crane

The Journey Museum 222 New York St, Rapid City, SD, United States

The Journey Museum is pleased to announce the opening of an exciting new art exhibition, Journeys to the Edge: The Artistic Legacy of Waud, Burns, and Crane, on August 23rd, 2025 in our Contemporary Gallery. This exhibition is included with regular museum admission and will be on display through April 4th, 2026. Journeys to the Edge explores the artistic [...]

Calling for entries into the Dakota MasterWorks Art Show

South Dakota Health Care Association Office 804 N Western Ave, Sioux Falls, United States

🎨 Calling All South Dakota Artists Age 60+! 🎨 We’re excited to announce the 28th Annual Dakota MasterWorks Art Show, a celebration of creativity and talent in South Dakota’s older adults! If you’re age 60 or older, we invite you to showcase your artistic talents in one or more of the following categories: • Oils [...]

$20

Reyes del Oeste Mariachi Concert

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

Event Contact: National Music MuseumContact Email: nmm@usd.eduContact Phone: 6056583450Event URL: https://www.nmmusd.org/Event Locator: 2026-ACHKRSThe Reyes del Oeste Mariachi ensemble will be playing a short concert on March 28th at 1:00 pm in the Janet L. Wanzek Performance Hall at the National Music Museum. Formed to celebrate many Denison, IA residents' Latino heritage, this group of high [...]

Clara Maloley, Violin Recital

Campus Wide Fine Arts East Clark Street, Vermillion, South Dakota, United States

Event Contact: Natalie SterbaContact Email: natalie.sterba@usd.eduContact Phone: 6056583466Event URL: https://www.usd.edu/livemusicEvent Locator: 2026-ACHRFXClara Maloley invites you to her violin recital, live from Farber Hall, Old Main, and livestreamed via the link available elsewhere on this post. this event is open to the public at no charge.

Aberdeen Film Showcase

Johnson Fine Arts Center Lobby 101, Johnson Fine Arts Berggren (Blue Room) Recital Hall 181

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, [...]

Jazz For Young People!

Trio Jazz Club 340 S Main Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, United States

https://www.triojazzclub.com #fellowshipjazzcenter #triojazzclub #livemusic #siouxfalls

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 [...]

Alexis Ung, Senior Piano Recital

Campus Wide Fine Arts East Clark Street, Vermillion, South Dakota, United States

Event Contact: Eun-Hee ParkContact Email: eun-hee.park@usd.eduContact Phone: 6056583466Event URL: https://www.usd.edu/livemusicEvent Locator: 2026-ACHRGAAlexis Ung invites you to her senior piano recital, live from Colton Recital Hall, Warren M Lee Center for the Fine Arts, and livestreamed via the link available elsewhere on this post. This event is open to the public at no charge.

Stand Up Against ICE Art Show & Auction

Club David 214 W 10th St, Sioux Falls, SD, United States

Hosted by Audacious HeArts 》 Saturday, March 28th 》 Club David 》 21+, FREE to attend, $10 donation suggested. 》 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM, Main Event 》 Aerial Bartending and Performances 》 ART AUCTION 》 Music by DJ SAMIAM and WeTTrocks 》10:00 PM - 12:00 AM, AFTER PARTY We have over 20 artists working [...]

Free

WHS Winter Play

Sioux Falls Washington High School 501 N Sycamore Ave, Sioux Falls, S, United States

Sioux Falls Washington High School winter play

Dancing at Lughnasa

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

Dancing at Lughnasa brings the intimacy of Irish family life to The Matthews stage in a way you’ve never experienced theater before. This acclaimed Brian Friel play has captivated audiences worldwide with its tender portrait of five sisters navigating love, loss, and resilience in 1930s Ireland. Set against the backdrop of the ancient harvest festival [...]

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