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ARTS SOUTH DAKOTA UPCOMING EVENTS
Bright Star takes us to the hills of Appalachia in the 1920s and 1940s. Based on an unbelievable but true story, the musical follows the interconnected lives of Alice, the spirited editor of a literary magazine, and Billy, a soldier returning from World War II. Steve Martin’s beautiful story is woven together with a folk [...]
Event Contact: Dr. Chun-Ming ChenContact Email: chunming.chen@usd.eduContact Phone: 6056583478Event URL: https://www.usd.edu/livemusicEvent Locator: 2025-ACGLBDWe invite you to this evening's special concert, live from Aalfs Auditorium, Slagle Hall, and livestreamed via the link available elsewhere on this post. This event is open to the public at no charge.
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Step into the magic of the season at our Nordic Yule Market, open October 11 – January 10 at the South Dakota Art Museum Shop! Inspired by traditional Nordic and German holiday markets, this festive shopping experience features: • Handcrafted gifts from Nordic and local artists (50 new vendors!) • Special events including live music, [...]
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 [...]
Event Locator: 2025-ACGHCB 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 6th at 4:00 pm in the Jewett Theater!
Join us on Dec. 5 and 6 as Augustana proudly presents Christmas Vespers, "O Come Let Us Adore Him." 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 Sioux Falls. [...]
Event Locator: 2025-ACDZKL TBA
🎨 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 [...]
Event Locator: 2025-ACFXSA Eli Kessler's solo exhibition, “Looking More or Less Like Some Thing,” is presented in conjunction with the SDAEA/CAA Conference hosted by NSU. Opening reception is scheduled for Friday, October 10 from 6:00-8:00pm.
The 5th Annual Black Hills Indian Artist Market Holiday & Fashion Show is coming on, Friday & Saturday, December 5 & 6, 2025! This free event is open to the public with all new entertainment and activities, featuring award winning artists, ribbon skirt contest, stage performers, live music, fashion show, elder storytelling, traditional food, [...]
Jam with us at the National Music Museum! Bring your little ones to Music Storytime on the first Saturday of each month at 10:30 a.m. for fun, music-filled storytelling led by Museum Educator Anna Van Kley. Designed for ages 3–6, this free monthly program invites children to explore rhythm, melody, and imagination—sponsored by the M.A. [...]
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*THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT!* A Holiday Tradition Returns: The Matthews High Tea Fundraiser Ease into the holiday season with an afternoon of delicious treats, live entertainment, and festive giving! The beloved Holiday High Tea returns to the Matthews on Saturday, December 6th, 2025, from 1–3 p.m. Guests will enjoy elegant table service, a silent [...]
This exhibition showcases original production cels, concept sketches, and drawings that reveal the artistry behind the classic television film Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas! In 1966, master animator Chuck Jones brought Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas! from page to screen, transforming the 1957 book into one of the most beloved holiday [...]
Event Contact: Nicole SantosContact Email: nicole.santos@usd.eduContact Phone: 6056583466Event Locator: 2025-ACGLBGNicole Santos, Natalie Sterba, and their studio students invite you to this afternoon's recital in Colton Recital Hall, Warren M. Lee Center for the Fine Arts. This event is open to the public at no charge.
Join us on Dec. 5 and 6 as Augustana proudly presents Christmas Vespers, "O Come Let Us Adore Him." 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 Sioux Falls. [...]
Event Locator: 2025-ACGHCG Regional Honor Band High School Students come together for a two days of rehearsal with a performance to show off their talent and hard work.
