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Journeys to the Edge: The Artistic Legacy of Waud, Burns, and Crane
The Journey Museum 222 New York St, Rapid City, SD, United StatesThe 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 [...]
The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show – Sioux Falls, SD
Sheraton Sioux Falls 1211 N West Ave, Sioux Falls, United StatesThe Dinner Detective is an interactive true crime mystery show set in the present day and based on real cold cases. Feast on a fantastic dinner, but just beware... the killer is hiding somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect. Our Detectives proceed to interrogate everyone in attendance and [...]
$73.10
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
NSU Art Department presents: Eli Kessler Exhibition, “Looking More or Less Like Some Thing”
Johnson Fine Arts Gallery 202Event 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 Callies Trio and J & Jess
Palace City Brewing Co. 227 W Railroad Ave, Mitchell, United StatesJazzed Up Sextet
Trio Jazz Club 340 S Main Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, United Stateshttps://www.triojazzclub.com #fellowshipjazzcenter #triojazzclub #livemusic #siouxfalls
Aberdeen University-Civic Symphony presents: Autumn Romance
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 100Event Locator: 2025-ACFNVP Immerse yourself in an evening of sweeping Romantic beauty as the Aberdeen University-Civic Symphony performs Glinka’s sparkling Overture to Ruslan and Ludmilla and selections from Tchaikovsky’s touching Swan Lake. The centerpiece of the program is Rachmaninoff’s lush and emotionally charged Piano Concerto No. 2, performed by NSU’s own Anne Marie Giffin.
Bright Star
Wayne S. Knutson Theatre Warren M. Lee Center for Fine Arts 414 E. Clark St. Vermillion SD 57069, Vermillion, United StatesBright 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 [...]
Free – $20
Jazzed Up Sextet
Trio Jazz Club 340 S Main Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, United Stateshttps://www.triojazzclub.com #fellowshipjazzcenter #triojazzclub #livemusic #siouxfalls
Great Plains Watercolor Society Member Art Exhibit
La Luna Cafe North Phillips Avenue, Sioux Falls, South Dakota, United StatesHaven’t seen the Great Plains Watercolor Society Members’ Exhibit at La Luna Café yet? There’s still time! Stop by the downtown Sioux Falls area, grab a coffee, and enjoy a beautiful collection of watercolor works by our talented members. The exhibit is on display through the end of November. While you’re there, snap a photo, [...]
Free
Nordic Yule Market
South Dakota Art Museum 1036 Medary Ave, Brookings, SD, United StatesStep 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, [...]
Shifted Perspective
ARCC Gallery 225 3rd Ave SE, Aberdeen, United StatesJourneys to the Edge: The Artistic Legacy of Waud, Burns, and Crane
The Journey Museum 222 New York St, Rapid City, SD, United StatesThe 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
NSU Art Department presents: Eli Kessler Exhibition, “Looking More or Less Like Some Thing”
Johnson Fine Arts Gallery 202Event 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.
Bright Star
Wayne S. Knutson Theatre Warren M. Lee Center for Fine Arts 414 E. Clark St. Vermillion SD 57069, Vermillion, United StatesBright 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 [...]
Free – $20
James Barnes Symphony No 9: USD Symphonic Band and Concert Band In Concert
Campus Wide Fine Arts East Clark Street, Vermillion, South Dakota, United StatesEvent Contact: Dr. Bethany AmundsonContact Email: bethany.amundson@usd.eduContact Phone: 6056583468Event URL: https://www.usd.edu/music/livemusicEvent Locator: 2025-ACGKZHYou are invited to an afternoon of the James Barnes Symphony No 9, performed by USD's Symphonic Band and Concert Band, live from Aalfs Auditorium, Slagle Hall and livestreamed via the link available elsewhere on this post.
South Dakota Symphony Youth Orchestra Fall Concert
Washington Paviliion 301 S. Main Ave, Sioux Falls, S, United StatesJoin us for the first performance of the South Dakota Symphony Youth Orchestra’s 2025-26 season and support the future of music! The SDSYO is designed to enhance young musicians’ talents in an inspiring and educational group setting. Through participation, students build leadership skills, develop musical talents, and create lasting friendships. The SDSYO encourages these students [...]
Great Plains Watercolor Society Member Art Exhibit
La Luna Cafe North Phillips Avenue, Sioux Falls, South Dakota, United StatesHaven’t seen the Great Plains Watercolor Society Members’ Exhibit at La Luna Café yet? There’s still time! Stop by the downtown Sioux Falls area, grab a coffee, and enjoy a beautiful collection of watercolor works by our talented members. The exhibit is on display through the end of November. While you’re there, snap a photo, [...]
Free
