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ARTS SOUTH DAKOTA UPCOMING EVENTS

  • 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
  • The Magic of John Banasiak

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

    Event Contact: amy.fill@usd.eduContact Email: amy.fill@usd.eduContact Phone: 6056583437Event Locator: 2026-ACHVDNThe Magic of John Banasiak-Photographs and installation by Sarah A. Hanson-Pareek features a video installation and photographs of retiring Professor of Photography, John Banasiak.    Exhibition is open to the public in the John A. Day Gallery, Warren M. Lee Center for the Fine Arts. May 7-27, [...]

  • Humanities Café – “What’s for Supper?”: A Look at South Dakota’s Unique Food Culture

    VIRTUAL EVENT

    Chris Madsen, award-winning chef and food writer, and Fran Hill, food columnist at South Dakota Magazine, join SDHC host Stacy Chidaushe for a fun and informative discussion about the distinct and sometimes curious food culture of South Dakota, from its history and diverse influences to the importance of local food markets, including  their impact on [...]

  • Parkston Amphitheater – AmphiThursdays Summer Concert Series

    Parkston Amphitheater 102 S Anna St, Parkston, S, United States

    AmphiThursdays enters its 6th season in Parkston, SD Our events are admission free, but there are food trucks, cold beer and vendors on site every week. May 21st - Kimberly Meyer with opener Emma Nichole May 28th - GPO with opener XTD June 4th - Hot Rod Chevy Kevy with opener Billy Lurkin June 11th [...]

    Free
  • Chorus rehearsal

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

  • 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
  • The Magic of John Banasiak

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

    Event Contact: amy.fill@usd.eduContact Email: amy.fill@usd.eduContact Phone: 6056583437Event Locator: 2026-ACHVDNThe Magic of John Banasiak-Photographs and installation by Sarah A. Hanson-Pareek features a video installation and photographs of retiring Professor of Photography, John Banasiak.    Exhibition is open to the public in the John A. Day Gallery, Warren M. Lee Center for the Fine Arts. May 7-27, [...]

  • Prom @ The Matthews

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

    Start planning your promposal now because Prom is coming to The Matthews! Dress in your best high school glam and get ready to boogie! Relive the excitement, glamour, and fun of prom without the stress or expectations. This event transforms our historic opera house into the ultimate throwback dance floor, inviting you to dress up, [...]

  • 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 [...]

  • Drifters 10 Year Anniversary Celebration

    Drifter's Bar & Grille Hustan Avenue, Fort Pierre, SD, United States

    Over the past decade, Drifters has become so much more than just a restaurant and event venue. It’s been a place for celebrations, friendships, live music, weddings, milestones, and countless memories shared with our community. To celebrate this milestone, we’re hosting a special anniversary bash featuring live music by the Dueling Duo, throwback food features, [...]

  • Falls Art Market- 4th Saturdays

    Falls Art Market- 4th Saturdays
    BronzeAge Art Casting

    FREE! Saturday, May 23 from 8:30am - 1:30pm. Cool, relaxed, outdoor art market featuring original artwork and artful activities on 4th Saturdays in summer. Held on the east side of the Levitt Shell, along N. Metli Place, a block from the Big Sioux River. Meet local artists and check out a changing variety of fine, [...]

    Free
  • 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
  • Clay County Cloggers

    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-ACJBDLExplore Irish Dance Traditions and Music at the NMM with the Clay County Cloggers The National Music Museum will continue exploring America’s musical heritage this month with an educational performance by the Clay County Cloggers, led by Grace Freeman, on Saturday, May 23. [...]

  • Clay County Cloggers

    National Music Museum East Clark Street, Vermillion, S, United States

    The National Music Museum will continue exploring America’s musical heritage this month with an educational performance by the Clay County Cloggers, led by Grace Freeman, on Saturday, May 23. Performances will take place at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. in the museum’s Janet Lucille Wanzek Performance Hall. The group will present traditional soft shoe (ghillie) [...]

    Included with Museum Admission
  • LAND / BODY Artists’ Reception

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

    Join us at the Art House in Hot Springs for the opening reception celebrating this year’s Spring Exhibition: LAND / BODY Land and people shape one another through memory, labor, time, and environment. Our relationship with land is not always easy or fair; however, both can share in bounty and joy. This exhibition invites artists [...]

  • 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
  • Pottery Wheel Throwing

    Pottery Wheel Throwing
    Brookings Arts Council 524 4th St, Brookings, SD, United States

    Join a local ceramicist to learn how to use a pottery wheel. Ages 9+, 11 and under should be accompanied by an adult to assist No prior ceramic experience required. **Note that this is a two session class, one for making and one for glazing.