Exhibition on view: The Beauty of the Mundane: Paintings by Mike Murray
2025-11-12 - 2025-12-10 | Eide/Dalrymple Gallery at Augustana University, 2120 S Grange Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57197, Sioux Falls, 57197, United States
Mike Murray presents a large body of paintings, created in oil paint and cold wax, that invite viewers to reconsider the overlooked landscapes of daily life.

Bright Star
2025-11-21 19:30 - 2025-12-07 21:30 (America/Chicago) | Wayne S. Knutson Theatre, Warren M. Lee Center for Fine Arts 414 E. Clark St. Vermillion SD 57069, Vermillion, 57069, United States
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 and bluegrass score composed by Edie Brickel that is sure to have you tapping your toes on your way out of the theatre.

November 21 – 22 @ 7:30 p.m.
November 23 @ 2 p.m.
December 4 – 6 @ 7.30 p.m.
December 7 @ 2 p.m.

Journeys to the Edge: The Artistic Legacy of Waud, Burns, and Crane
2025-11-26 - 2025-11-27, 2025-11-27 - 2025-11-28, 2025-11-28 - 2025-11-29, 2025-11-29 - 2025-11-30 | 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 legacy, family connection, and the enduring power of place. This unique exhibition brings together the works of three artists: Alfred R. Waud, Milton J. Burns, and Jon Crane.

Great Plains Watercolor Society Member Art Exhibit
2025-11-27, 2025-11-28, 2025-11-29, 2025-11-30 | La Luna Cafe, North Phillips Avenue, Sioux Falls, South Dakota, 57104, United States
Haven’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, share it on Instagram or Facebook, and don’t forget to tag #greatplainswatercolorsociety!

Nordic Yule Market
2025-11-27, 2025-11-29 | South Dakota Art Museum, 1036 Medary Ave, Brookings, SD, United States
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, sip & shop, and family-friendly activities
• A cozy reading corner
• Meet & greets with your favorite characters
• Free gift wrapping on select days
Every purchase supports museum exhibitions and programming—thank you for making a difference with your holiday shopping!
Mark your calendars for extra-special dates:
• Nov. 20–22: Gifting for Good Holiday Sale (with area cultural institution stores!)
• Dec. 4: Sip & Shop with Nordic band Project Constellation & free gift wrapping
• December 13, 10 – 12: Meet Anna and Elsa at Community Art Day!
• Open until 7 on Thursday’s in November and December
Follow us on social media for updates, sneak peeks, and event details!
Event Dates/Times:
Open October 11th – January 10th
• Saturday’s 10 – 4
• Sunday’s 12 – 4
• Monday – Friday’s 10 – 5
• Open until 7 on Thursdays in November and December
• Open until 8 on Friday, October 24th
Closure dates:
• October 13th
• November 11th
• November 27th
• November 28th
• December 25th
• December 26th
• January 1st
• January 4th

Shifted Perspective
2025-11-27, 2025-11-28, 2025-11-29 | ARCC Gallery, 225 3rd Ave SE, Aberdeen, 57401, United States

Calling for entries into the Dakota MasterWorks Art Show
2025-11-27 09:00 - 15:00, 2025-11-28 09:00 - 15:00, 2025-11-29 09:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | South Dakota Health Care Association Office, 804 N Western Ave, Sioux Falls, 57104, 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
• Acrylics
• Watercolors
• Drawing/Pastels/Scratchboard
• Photography
• Mixed Media
• Creative Woodworking
Entry Dates:
October 6–10, 2025
Entries accepted between 9 AM – 3 PM at:
South Dakota Health Care Association Office
804 N Western Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57104
Entry forms and criteria available at:
www.sdhca.org/dakota-masterworks
https://www.sdhca.org/dakota-masterworks

NSU Art Department presents: Eli Kessler Exhibition, “Looking More or Less Like Some Thing”
2025-11-27 09:00 - 17:00, 2025-11-28 09:00 - 17:00, 2025-11-29 09:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Johnson Fine Arts Gallery 202
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.

Chorus rehearsal
2025-11-27 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Denver) | Performing Arts Center, 601 Columbus St, Rapid City, SD, United States

Story Time and Songs with Eliza Blue
2025-11-28 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Denver) | Henry’s Books, 111 E Hudson St, Spearfish, SD, United States
Join us at Henry’s Books in Spearfish for a very special Black Friday event!
On Friday November 28 at 11 AM we will host Eliza Blue for a very special reading from her newest book, “The Adventures of Pearl and Theo”–plus some special music and singing in the round. This event is suitable for kiddos of all ages! Don’t miss out on this very special treat from a local favorite!
About the Author…Eliza Blue is a writer, folk musician, and rancher living on the short grass prairie of western South Dakota. Her work has been featured in the New York Times, the Guardian, and NPR’s All Songs Considered. Her weekly column, “Little Pasture on the Prairie,” is carried by nineteen different print publications, and she has written and produced seasonal audio “postcards” from her ranch for South Dakota Public Broadcasting and Prairie Public Radio. Her first book, “Accidental Rancher,” was chosen as the Siouxland One Book 2023. Eliza currently hosts a show celebrating rural art and culture for PBS called Wish You Were Here with Eliza Blue, and she is the director of the Kithship Collective, an organization devoted to innovative, ecosystem-specific storytelling.
About the Book…An Unlikely Friendship on the Ranch…Pearl and Theo are two orphaned lambs struggling to find their place in a big, wide world. When they arrive at the ranch, they’re uncertain of what’s ahead. But with the gentle care of their surrogate mother, Liza, and the help of some unexpected friends—especially Franny, the spunky goat—the lambs embark on an adventure that will change their lives forever.
Told from the perspective of Pearl and Theo, this heartwarming middle-grade novel is a beautiful blend of humor and the expansive charm of life on the plains. Set against the rolling backdrop of the prairie, the land and the seasons emerge as central characters, while also introducing modern themes of bullying, belonging, and the discovery that family isn’t always defined by blood—sometimes it’s shaped by love, trust, and the friends that rally around you when you need them most.
Drawing inspiration from author Eliza Blue’s experiences adopting the real-life Pearl & Theo, as well as her experiences living and working at her ranch on the western plains, the land and the seasons emerge as central characters, rich with emotion and significance. In this book, as in Blue’s other work, the prairie is more than just a setting—it is a partner in the storytelling.
Illustrated by Karen Kinder, a fellow Dakotan whose sketches bring the characters to life with playful and whimsical artistry, The Adventures of Pearl & Theo is a book designed to be read aloud. Its tender moments and humorous antics will engage readers of all ages, making it a perfect addition to the family bookshelf. This beautiful and thought-provoking tale will resonate with children and parents alike, sparking a conversation about the value of the natural world and the role it plays in our emotional growth.
The Adventures of Pearl & Theo is ideal for young readers who crave heartfelt stories filled with adventure, animal companions, and a deep connection to the land.
Join Pearl and Theo as they discover the true meaning of friendship and family—one hoofstep at a time!

The Music of Paul Simon - A Hegg Brothers Show
2025-11-28 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-11-28 21:00 - 22:30, 2025-11-29 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-11-29 21:00 - 22:30 (America/Chicago) | Trio Jazz Club, 340 S Main Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, United States
https://www.triojazzclub.com
#fellowshipjazzcenter #triojazzclub #siouxfalls #livemusic

Sioux Falls Potters Open House
2025-11-29 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Smudge Studios, 2001 Industrial St, Suite, Tea, sd, 57064, United States
One day event showcasing Sioux Falls area potters in a pre-holiday event. Several of Sioux Falls established and up and coming potters are gathering for a one day event at the newly opened Smudge Studios in Tea, SD. Refreshments and treats will be available until they run out.

'Tis the Season Vendor Event
2025-11-29 10:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Northridge Plaza, North Harrison Avenue, Pierre, South Dakota, 57501, United States
Extreme Holiday Cheer Incoming!

Get to Northridge Plaza for our ‘Tis the Season vendor event!

Shop our great stores and find unique gifts in one happy, festive place. Join us November 29th, from 10am–7pm!

PLUS, Bring your camera for free photos with Santa every Saturday and Sunday (Nov. 29th – Dec. 21st) from 12–4 pm

Shop Small Business Saturday
2025-11-29 14:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Brookings Arts Council, 524 4th St, Brookings, SD, United States
Celebrate Small Business Saturday at the Brookings Arts Council! We’re open from 2–5pm with unique handmade gifts, local art, and festive holiday shopping. Support local artists and find something special—no Black Friday crowds, just community charm.
