Arts South Dakota

Journeys to the Edge: The Artistic Legacy of Waud, Burns, and Crane
2026-01-08 - 2026-01-09, 2026-01-09 - 2026-01-10, 2026-01-10 - 2026-01-11 | 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.

Calling for entries into the Dakota MasterWorks Art Show
2026-01-08 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-01-09 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-01-10 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

Japanese Culture Workshop - Kintsugi
2026-01-08 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Denver) | The Matthews Studio
Kintsugi Workshop
Celebrate imperfection in our Kintsugi Workshop. Repair broken pottery with elegance and gold, embracing the Japanese philosophy that flaws add character. Run by the BHSU Japan Outreach Initiative (JOI), this free workshop is limited to the first 12 attendees. All materials included.
About the Japan Outreach Initiative (JOI)
The Japan Outreach Initiative (JOI) is a joint program of the Japan Foundation and Laurasian Institution, designed to bring native Japanese cultural coordinators to regions of the U.S. where Japanese cultural experiences are limited. BHSU’s participation brings these rich cultural opportunities right into our community.
All workshops begin at 3 pm on the second Thursday of each month and are completely free of charge.
For more information, contact Yukari Tadano
Email: Yukari.Tadano@bhsu.edu

Youth Art Night
2026-01-08 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Sisseton Library, 305 Maple St E, Sisseton, SD, 57262, United States
Monthly Youth Art Night at the Sisson Library!
The 2nd Thursday of each month come learn a new art skill or method with local and visiting artists! Free! Music and supplies provided!

Huron Area Yarners - East Windows
2026-01-08 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Huron Public Library, 521 Dakota Avenue S, Huron, 57350, United States
Join fellow yarn enthusiasts for an afternoon of creativity and conversation! Bring your knitting, crochet, or tatting projects and enjoy some relaxing time with others who share your passion for yarn crafts. All skill levels are welcome!

Chorus rehearsal
2026-01-08 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Denver) | Performing Arts Center, 601 Columbus St, Rapid City, SD, United States

Daniel Heier Quartet feat. Mike Srstka
2026-01-08 18:30 - 21:30 (America/Chicago) | Trio Jazz Club, 340 S Main Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, United States
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Flyover: ​Visual Art Forum I
2026-01-09, 2026-01-10, 2026-01-11 | Dahl Arts Center, 713 7th St, Rapid City, SD, United States
Dale Lamphere, Roger Broer, Bill Fleming, Susan Turnbull, Ray Tysdal, and Kenny Putnam
11.21.25 – 02.14.26
Ruth Brennan Gallery
Reception December 19 | 5-7pm
Six artists from Flyover Country – longtime friends – all working in different styles and media, have come together to share ideas and participate in each others art making process. Starting a work and turning it over to fellow artists, who add their unique visions and expressions, creates a whole new set of looks and feels, igniting even further creative conversation The show features several solo pieces from each artist as well as sample collaborative works with the other artists. Let the conversation begin!

Yankton Area Arts - Pathways Shelter for the Homeless
2026-01-09, 2026-01-10, 2026-01-11 | Yankton Area Arts, 508 Douglas Ave, Yankton, 57078, United States
Pathways Shelter for the Homeless is local non-profit organization with a mission is to serve the immediate needs of those experiencing homelessness within the Yankton area, and to engage partners in developing long-term solutions. The shelter was founded, in 1994, on the belief that everyone deserves a home. This exhibit will showcase works of art created by Pathways clients.

Nordic Yule Market
2026-01-09, 2026-01-10 | 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

Mitchell Concert Series
2026-01-09 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | 401 Create, 401 N Main, Mitchell, 57301, United States
Fri, Jan 9th – NOON | Our hometown dynamic duo, Billy Lurken & Chris Foster
Friday, Jan 16th – NOON | Sioux Falls Singer/Songwriters Audrianna & Greyson Schulz
Friday, Jan 23rd – NOON | Black Hills songstress Jami Lynn
Fri, Jan 30th – NOON | a MAGIC show by Jeff Quinn

️ Saturday, Jan 31st – 5 PM | Our Third Annual FROST JAM will be held at Area Community Theatre in Mitchell – featuring a Quilt raffle, 50/50 raffle, Themed Deck Art Show & Sale, Jeff Quinn Magic, Dynamite & the Romeos, and Morphed Organs!
All of the NOON shows will provide free lunch for all attendees; serving starts at 11:30. FREE WILL donations for food & performances will be accepted for the arts council.
All shows are FREE & all are welcome.

Thank you so much to the SDAC. South Dakota Arts Council support is provided with funds from the State of South Dakota, through the Department of Tourism, and the National Endowment for the Arts.

BRB
2026-01-09 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-01-09 21:00 - 22:30 (America/Chicago) | Trio Jazz Club, 340 S Main Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, United States

Dance into the New Year
2026-01-09 18:45 - 22:30 (America/Chicago) | El Riad Shrine, 510 S Phillips Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, 57104, United States
Join us for our “Dance into the New Year,” Friday, January 9. We will be dancing to live music performed by the El Riad Shrine Big Band, on the spacious hardwood-floored ballroom of the El Riad Shrine in downtown Sioux Falls. All are welcome to celebrate a new dancing year with us. The evening begins at 6:45 with a beginner dance lesson, free with admission to the dance, taught by instructor Lisa Myhre. The dance begins at 7:30. The 17-piece Shrine Big Band has a broad repertoire of music suited to your favorite dances; including swing, ballroom, two step, and Latin dancing styles. And there will be opportunities for instruction in other partnered dances throughout the evening, along with popular line dances such as the Electric Slide, Shivers, and Fireball. Come wearing your favorite dressy, casual, or holiday attire. Admission at the door is $15 each, or for students with a school ID, $7. There is ample free parking on the street and in the large lot on the east side of the El Riad. Facebook.com/ElRiadShrineDanceClub Facebook.com/BallroomDanceClubSiouxFalls

JAMuary - Black Asters + My Second Rodeo
2026-01-09 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Denver) | The Matthews Opera House – Theatre, 612 Main St, Spearfish, SD, United States
JAMuary is back! A weekly winter concert series designed to warm up Spearfish with great music and real community impact. Each JAMuary night features a different live act and directly supports local nonprofits making a difference here at home. This year’s beneficiaries include Spread the Tunes, The Matthews, G.A.S., Spearfish Trail Co‑op, and Artemis House.
The Black Asters and My Second Rodeo are teaming up for a night of genre-blending music that spans folk, bluegrass, rock, and Americana. The Black Asters deliver heartfelt originals and inventive covers with rich harmonies and lively instrumentation, while My Second Rodeo brings classic rock–inspired grooves and catchy, nostalgic melodies. Together, they promise an unforgettable evening of energy, musicianship, and community spirit.
Event details
Doors: 6:30 pm
Show: 7:00 pm
Age: 12+
Venue: The Matthews Opera House, Spearfish, SD
Tickets
$15 advance + fees
$20 at the door + fees
Proceeds from JAMuary nights support:
Spread the Tunes
The Matthews
Grooming Alliance of Spearfish (G.A.S.)
Spearfish Trails Co‑op
Artemis House
What to expect
A winter concert series atmosphere, cozy, high‑energy, community‑focused
Beer, wine, and concessions are available for purchase.
Policies and accessibility
All sales are final unless the event is canceled or rescheduled
Please be respectful of artists and guests
The Matthews is accessible; contact us ahead of time for specific accommodations

Book Signing with Local Author Dave Raber
2026-01-10 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Denver) | Henry’s Books, 111 E Hudson St, Spearfish, SD, United States
Join us at Henry’s Books in Spearfish on Saturday, January 10 from noon to 2 pm with local author Dave Raber. We’ll be celebrating the release of his two latest titles, “From Variety Show to Vietnam” and “The Flipside Files” with a book signing.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR…
Born and raised in Belle Fourche, SD, Gerald David “Dave” Raber is no stranger to storytelling. A graduate of the University of South Dakota with a degree in Journalism, he honed his skills as editor of “The Volante,” the university’s student newspaper. His life’s journey has taken him from the deck of Navy patrol boats to the offices of Ford Motor Company, eventually leading him to run a successful dealership in Pendleton, Oregon. Now retired, Raber resides in the scenic Black Hills of South Dakota.
ABOUT THE BOOKS…
In “From Variety Show to Vietnam,” Raber takes readers on a riveting personal journey from the bright lights of the campus variety show to the murky shadows of the Vietnam War. Drawing from his real-life service as a U.S. Navy officer commanding three PT boats in the Mekong Delta, Raber shares deeply personal letters written to his wife — newly pregnant with the couple’s first child when he deployed. Raber delivers a memoir that is both heartfelt and historically grounded: An intimate portrait of a young man’s transformation from optimistic student performer into battle-tested military leader and proud new father.
“The Flipside Files” showcases Raber’s storytelling versatility in a playful collection of fictional tales overflowing with intrigue, wit, and sly cultural insights. With a journalist’s eye and a novelist’s heart, Raber illuminates the hidden corners of everyday life, adding unexpected twists that linger in equal parts of surprise and satisfaction.

Poetry on the Road at Henry's Books
2026-01-10 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Denver) | Henry’s Books, 111 E Hudson St, Spearfish, SD, United States
Poetry on the Road is making a stop in Spearfish this season! Join us on Saturday, January 10 at 6 p.m. at Henry’s Books for poetry readings from South Dakota Poet Laureate Bruce Roseland and other SDSPS member poets. There is also an open mic opportunity for attendees to sign up to read their own original poems.
Poetry on the Road is a series of two-hour events held throughout South Dakota to help foster the creation and appreciation of poetry. The gatherings are supported by the South Dakota State Poetry Society (SDSPS), the South Dakota Humanities Council and many local sponsors.
Each event is free and open to the public. All are welcome–to participate or just to listen.

Latitude Ensemble
2026-01-10 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-01-10 21:00 - 22:30 (America/Chicago) | Trio Jazz Club, 340 S Main Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, United States

76 Days Adrift Film Screening
2026-01-10 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Denver) | SD
76 Days Adrift: One man’s astonishing survival story. From Exec Producer Ang Lee.
Jan 10, 7pm & Jan 11, 2pm. $15. Limited seats.
From Executive Producer Ang Lee comes 76 Days Adrift, a profoundly immersive documentary that plunges you into one man’s extraordinary survival story. On February 4, 1982, sailor and author Steven Callahan watched his boat sink after a catastrophic collision with a whale, leaving him stranded in a life raft with only a basic emergency kit. For 76 harrowing days, he drifted across the Atlantic Ocean, battling starvation, exposure, and his own mind. Directed by Joe Wein with an original score by Fall Out Boy’s Patrick Stump, this film is a stunning meditation on human endurance, ingenuity, and the raw power of nature. Based on Callahan’s New York Times bestseller Adrift: 76 Days Lost at Sea, this isn’t just survival—it’s a story about what we’re capable of when everything is stripped away.
Join us at The Matthews for two screenings: Satuday, January 10 at 7pm or Sunday, January 11 at 2pm. Tickets are just $15. Arrive early to grab your seat—our historic theater offers an intimate viewing experience that makes every story feel immediate and personal. The bar will be open for beverages before the show and during intermission.
The Matthews is proud to bring films like this to Spearfish and the Black Hills. Stories of resilience and the human spirit belong on the big screen, shared with neighbors who appreciate what it means to face the impossible.
Seats are limited. At $15, this is an unforgettable story for the price of lunch. Grab your tickets now and bring someone who needs to see what survival really looks like.
