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ARTS SOUTH DAKOTA UPCOMING EVENTS

Event Series Pride and Prejudice

Pride and Prejudice

Wayne S. Knutson Theatre Warren M. Lee Center for Fine Arts 414 E. Clark St. Vermillion SD 57069, Vermillion, United States

The University of South Dakota Department of Theatre finishes off its 2025–2026 season with Pride & Prejudice by Kate Hamill based on the classic novel by Jane Austen. The show runs in the Knutson Theatre April 17th, 18th, 23rd, 24th, and 25th at 7:30pm, April 19th and 26th at 2:00pm. As well as April 24th [...]

NSU Symphonic Band/NSU Concert Band present: Band Extravaganza

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

Event Locator: 2025-ACFTKV Join us for an afternoon of exciting wind band music performed by members of the NSU Symphonic Band conducted by Dr. Terry Beckler, and the NSU Concert Band conducted by Dr. Travis Netzer. This concert marks the traditional season finale for the band season, so they will roll out all the stops [...]

Student Showcase

Brookings Arts Council 524 4th St, Brookings, SD, United States

The BAC is proud to showcase art work by the students of MMS and BHS during the month of April.  The show opens April 2nd and will run through April 26th. Please join us for the opening reception!

Welcome to the artsHUB

Coyote Gallery East Main Street, Vermillion, S, United States

Welcome to the artsHUB⌘! The VCA and our intern Abigail would like to invite you to an analog version, also known as a good old-fashioned get together, of our digital HUB for artists, makers, arts & culture organizations, venues, and the community that needs you. You can get ahead of the curve by checking out [...]

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

Under Construction: Still Workin” on it

John A Day Gallery East Clark Street, Vermillion, South Dakota, United States

Under Construction features the creative research of the University of South Dakota Department of Art, BFA Graphic Design Graduating Students. Jade Bendewald Emma Johnson Marleen Mulla Kyle Van Buskirk Public Reception is April 24, 2026, from 5 pm to 7 pm in the John A. Day Gallery. Warren M. Lee Center for the Fine Arts, [...]

Hannah Demma Van Zante visiting artist lecture

South Dakota Art Museum 1036 Medary Ave, Brookings, SD, United States

What: Hannah Demma Van Zante visiting artist lecture When: Monday, April 20, 6-7pm Where: South Dakota Art Museum auditorium (lower level) This event is free and open to the public. Hannah Demma is a multimedia artist based in Lincoln, Nebraska, working primarily in papermaking. She earned her BFA (2017) and MFA (2022) from the University [...]

Aberdeen Community Concert Association presents: The Bronx Wanderers

Johnson Fine Arts Center Lobby 101, Johnson Fine Arts Harvey and Cynthia Jewett Theatre 300, Johnson Fine Arts Stage 301, Johnson Fine Arts Center Vestibule 100

Event Locator: 2025-ACFXRW The Bronx Wanderers are a high-energy musical “tour-de-force” that have been entertaining audiences of all ages since 2003. The band, comprised of a father, his sons and two of their long-time friends, prides itself on being one of the only shows able to entertain audiences of all ages.

Student Showcase

Brookings Arts Council 524 4th St, Brookings, SD, United States

The BAC is proud to showcase art work by the students of MMS and BHS during the month of April.  The show opens April 2nd and will run through April 26th. Please join us for the opening reception!

Welcome to the artsHUB

Coyote Gallery East Main Street, Vermillion, S, United States

Welcome to the artsHUB⌘! The VCA and our intern Abigail would like to invite you to an analog version, also known as a good old-fashioned get together, of our digital HUB for artists, makers, arts & culture organizations, venues, and the community that needs you. You can get ahead of the curve by checking out [...]

Under Construction: Still Workin” on it

John A Day Gallery East Clark Street, Vermillion, South Dakota, United States

Under Construction features the creative research of the University of South Dakota Department of Art, BFA Graphic Design Graduating Students. Jade Bendewald Emma Johnson Marleen Mulla Kyle Van Buskirk Public Reception is April 24, 2026, from 5 pm to 7 pm in the John A. Day Gallery. Warren M. Lee Center for the Fine Arts, [...]

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

Symphonic Band Rehearsal

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

Event Locator: 2026-ACHTHA Regular rehearsal for Apr 19 concert

The Writer’s Study

Full Circle Book Co-op 123 W 10th St, Sioux Falls, SD, United States

Writers in the area, come one, come all! Meet up for prompts, sharing, feedback, classes, and more! Every Tuesday at 6pm!

Wood Carving 101

Codington Country Heritage Museum Classroom 27 1st Ave SE,, Watertown, United States

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 [...]

$150 – $165

Wood Carving 101 – April & May Class

Codington Country Heritage Museum Classroom 27 1st Ave SE,, Watertown, United States

Discover the creative world of wood carving with Steve Hunter. A Toronto, SD-based carver who 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 [...]

Arlinda Peacock

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

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

2026 Ohunkankan Storytelling Series

Thunder Valley 290 Empowerment Dr,, Porcupine, SD, United States

The Lakota Advocacy Center is excited to announce the 2026 Ohunkankan Storytelling Series, running February 17 – April 21, 2026. This year’s series is a 10-week gathering held every Tuesday from 6:00–7:30 pm, featuring four invited speakers who will share their unique approaches, experiences, and teachings. Together, these sessions uplift Lakota knowledge around traditional foods, medicines, land stewardship, and plant [...]

The Bronx Wanderers presented by Live On Stage Sioux Falls

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

5-Piece Pop & Rock Band • Inducted into the East Coast Music Hall of Fame (2022) • Ranked one of the Top 10 shows in Las Vegas The Bronx Wanderers are a high-energy musical "tour-de-force" that have been entertaining audiences of all ages since 2003. The band, comprised of a father, his sons and two [...]

$48.50

Student Showcase

Brookings Arts Council 524 4th St, Brookings, SD, United States

The BAC is proud to showcase art work by the students of MMS and BHS during the month of April.  The show opens April 2nd and will run through April 26th. Please join us for the opening reception!

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