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ARTS SOUTH DAKOTA UPCOMING EVENTS
NMM Discovery Saturday
National Music Museum East Clark Street, VermillionEchoes of Experience: The Augustana Senior Show
Eide/Dalrymple Gallery at Augustana University 2120 S Grange Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57197, Sioux Falls +1 moreWeek of Events
My Missouri River Valley – Fiber Arts Exhibition
Phyllis W. Packard is a painter, weaver, and artist whose career spans sixty years. My Missouri River Valley is an exhibition of her more recent tapestries, needle felt paintings, and watercolor weavings. Packard's works are based on the land, water, and sky of the prairie and South Dakota, particularly the idyllic view of the Missouri [...]
Spring Dance Showcase
We welcome our new dance professor, Katie Gutmann, to the USD stage as she directs the 2025 Spring Dance Showcase. The dance showcase is choreographed by USD students and performed by folks from across the USD community. Come experience a traditional dance concert with variety and panache.
Echoes of Experience: The Augustana Senior Show
Echoes of Experience: The Augustana Senior Show
Don't miss the impressive Senior Art Exhibition featuring the diverse talents of Augustana University's graduating class. This year's large and talented group necessitates a special two-gallery presentation, hosted in partnership with the gracious help of the Washington Pavilion Visual Arts Center. Opening Receptions: Eide/Dalrymple Gallery: Friday, April 25, 7:00 - 9:00 pm (Awards and Artist [...]
39 STEPS
39 STEPS
Based on the 1915 novel and the 1939 Alfred Hitchcock film of the same name, The 39 Steps is a comedic adaptation of the classic spy thriller. Richard Hannay meets a beautiful woman at the theatre, only to have her immediately murdered in his apartment. Fearing for his life and spurred into action by her [...]
Arts Leadership Institute
Arts Leadership Institute
2025 ARTS LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE This year’s Arts Leadership Institute will be held on April 29-30, 2025, in Sioux Falls. Come together with arts leaders, trainers, and panelists from across South Dakota to learn more about how you can develop your organization’s audience by providing accessible experiences developed in collaboration with your community. You won’t want [...]
Echoes of Experience: The Augustana Senior Show
Echoes of Experience: The Augustana Senior Show
Don't miss the impressive Senior Art Exhibition featuring the diverse talents of Augustana University's graduating class. This year's large and talented group necessitates a special two-gallery presentation, hosted in partnership with the gracious help of the Washington Pavilion Visual Arts Center. Opening Receptions: Eide/Dalrymple Gallery: Friday, April 25, 7:00 - 9:00 pm (Awards and Artist [...]
Arts Leadership Institute
Arts Leadership Institute
2025 ARTS LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE This year’s Arts Leadership Institute will be held on April 29-30, 2025, in Sioux Falls. Come together with arts leaders, trainers, and panelists from across South Dakota to learn more about how you can develop your organization’s audience by providing accessible experiences developed in collaboration with your community. You won’t want [...]
The Writer’s Study
The Writer’s Study
Writers in the area, come one, come all! Meet up for prompts, sharing, feedback, classes, and more! Every Tuesday at 6pm!
Comedy Open Mic-On
Comedy Open Mic-On
Tuesday night weekly comedy Open Mic-On With your host: SARA MANSON Bring your best 7 minutes or come for some laughs! FREE Show! Signup by 6:30pm – Show starts at 7:00pm
39 STEPS
39 STEPS
Based on the 1915 novel and the 1939 Alfred Hitchcock film of the same name, The 39 Steps is a comedic adaptation of the classic spy thriller. Richard Hannay meets a beautiful woman at the theatre, only to have her immediately murdered in his apartment. Fearing for his life and spurred into action by her [...]
Vikings & Giants – Augustana Trombone Choir
Vikings & Giants – Augustana Trombone Choir
Augustana SChool of Music Augustana Trombone Choir with special guests Live & Let Slide Trombone Ensemble Vikings & Giants Concert April 29, 2025 at 7:30 P.M. Hamre Recital Hall GA: $5 AU Free w/ID
Arts Leadership Institute
Arts Leadership Institute
2025 ARTS LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE This year’s Arts Leadership Institute will be held on April 29-30, 2025, in Sioux Falls. Come together with arts leaders, trainers, and panelists from across South Dakota to learn more about how you can develop your organization’s audience by providing accessible experiences developed in collaboration with your community. You won’t want [...]
Echoes of Experience: The Augustana Senior Show
Echoes of Experience: The Augustana Senior Show
Don't miss the impressive Senior Art Exhibition featuring the diverse talents of Augustana University's graduating class. This year's large and talented group necessitates a special two-gallery presentation, hosted in partnership with the gracious help of the Washington Pavilion Visual Arts Center. Opening Receptions: Eide/Dalrymple Gallery: Friday, April 25, 7:00 - 9:00 pm (Awards and Artist [...]
CraftED Cafe – April Pop-Up @ Gist Wine Shop
CraftED Cafe – April Pop-Up @ Gist Wine Shop
An Elevated Evening of Creativity and Connection Wednesday, April 30th from 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM Reservation required. Visit event page for tickets. Join us for a unique creative experience at Gist Wine Shop, Downtown Sioux Falls' natural wine haven. Guests will immerse themselves in art, wine, and inspiration. Choose from Oil Pastel Drawing, Watercolor [...]
Celebrate International Jazz Day with the Fellowship Jazz Center!
Celebrate International Jazz Day with the Fellowship Jazz Center!
Sioux Falls, SD – The Fellowship Jazz Center is proud to announce the debut performance of the Fellowship Jazz Center Orchestra (FJCO), Sioux Falls’ premier big band, on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. in the Belbas Theater. This momentous event will celebrate International Jazz Day with an unforgettable evening of music, showcasing the [...]
Fellowship Jazz Center Orchestra: An International Jazz Day Celebration
Fellowship Jazz Center Orchestra: An International Jazz Day Celebration
Celebrate International Jazz Day with the Fellowship Jazz Center! We’re thrilled to announce the debut of the Fellowship Jazz Center Orchestra (FJCO) — Sioux Falls’ premier big band! Bringing together the finest musicians from the region, the FJCO will deliver an unforgettable evening of vibrant music, celebrating one of America’s greatest art forms — Jazz.
39 STEPS
39 STEPS
Based on the 1915 novel and the 1939 Alfred Hitchcock film of the same name, The 39 Steps is a comedic adaptation of the classic spy thriller. Richard Hannay meets a beautiful woman at the theatre, only to have her immediately murdered in his apartment. Fearing for his life and spurred into action by her [...]
Echoes of Experience: The Augustana Senior Show
Echoes of Experience: The Augustana Senior Show
Don't miss the impressive Senior Art Exhibition featuring the diverse talents of Augustana University's graduating class. This year's large and talented group necessitates a special two-gallery presentation, hosted in partnership with the gracious help of the Washington Pavilion Visual Arts Center. Opening Receptions: Eide/Dalrymple Gallery: Friday, April 25, 7:00 - 9:00 pm (Awards and Artist [...]
Disaster! The Musical
Disaster! The Musical
Disaster! The Musical Thursday, May 1 at 7:30 PM Friday, May 2 at 7:30 PM Saturday, May 3 at 2:30 PM Saturday, May 3 at 7:30 PM Sunday, May 4 at 2:30 PM
39 STEPS
39 STEPS
Based on the 1915 novel and the 1939 Alfred Hitchcock film of the same name, The 39 Steps is a comedic adaptation of the classic spy thriller. Richard Hannay meets a beautiful woman at the theatre, only to have her immediately murdered in his apartment. Fearing for his life and spurred into action by her [...]
NMM Live! | Tatag Gamelan
NMM Live! | Tatag Gamelan
A dedicated ensemble of volunteers was formed shortly after the arrival of the Kyai Rengga Manis Everist Gamelan. Eventually being given the name of Tatag, the group exemplifies the characteristics of what the name means: strong will, strong determination, showing compassion. Members of the group have ranged in age from 6 to 80, and members [...]
“Pieces of Me” by Ann Smith
“Pieces of Me” by Ann Smith
Yankton, SD — Yankton Area Arts is proud to present "Pieces of Me," a compelling new solo exhibit by local artist and designer Ann Smith, opening Thursday, May 2 at 1:00 PM at the GAR Hall Art Gallery. The exhibit runs through June 3, 2025 and showcases a powerful blend of mixed media that highlights Ann's lifelong exploration of texture, design, and self-expression. [...]
Ataraxia by Dakota Lincoln – Artist Reception
Ataraxia by Dakota Lincoln – Artist Reception
Join artist Dakota Lincoln during the reception for her exhibition: Ataraxia: Color & Texture Explorations on Saturday, May 17, from 2:00 to 5:00pm. Lincoln's bold paintings bring an explosion of bright to the Coyote Gallery, and their meditative swirls and patterns are an exercise in relaxation for both artist and viewer. "Ataraxia means 'inner peace.' [...]
Echoes of Experience: The Augustana Senior Show
Echoes of Experience: The Augustana Senior Show
Don't miss the impressive Senior Art Exhibition featuring the diverse talents of Augustana University's graduating class. This year's large and talented group necessitates a special two-gallery presentation, hosted in partnership with the gracious help of the Washington Pavilion Visual Arts Center. Opening Receptions: Eide/Dalrymple Gallery: Friday, April 25, 7:00 - 9:00 pm (Awards and Artist [...]
First Friday Artists at the Studio
First Friday Artists at the Studio
Join us for an unique opportunity to meet a few of our wonderful artists and see more of their work. Featured artists will be set up around the building showing new and warehoused artwork of their own making. Happening during Downtown Sioux Falls First Friday, stop into the studio and check this out.
May Big Band Dance
May Big Band Dance
Join us for our Big Band Dance Friday May 2. We will be dancing to live music from the El Riad Big Band on the spacious hardwood-floored ballroom of the El Riad Shrine in downtown Sioux Falls. The 17-piece Shrine Big Band will be playing music complementary to swing, ballroom, two step, and Latin dancing [...]
Madison BrickHouse
Madison BrickHouse
There’s a lot happening at the house this Spring!Madison High School Art Reception #2Poetry on the Road in MadisonSketchy Neighbors // April EditionSeamus Donelan // Listening Room SessionMadison Middle School Art Reception #4and more to come.#madisonsd #stateofcreate
Disaster! The Musical
Disaster! The Musical
Disaster! The Musical Thursday, May 1 at 7:30 PM Friday, May 2 at 7:30 PM Saturday, May 3 at 2:30 PM Saturday, May 3 at 7:30 PM Sunday, May 4 at 2:30 PM
39 STEPS
39 STEPS
Based on the 1915 novel and the 1939 Alfred Hitchcock film of the same name, The 39 Steps is a comedic adaptation of the classic spy thriller. Richard Hannay meets a beautiful woman at the theatre, only to have her immediately murdered in his apartment. Fearing for his life and spurred into action by her [...]
NMM Discovery Saturday
NMM Discovery Saturday
Discovery Saturday: AANHPI Heritage Month Learn the ukulele with Vermillion music educator Gretchen Burbach at two fun and informative ukulele discovery sessions at 11:30 and 1:30. Learn a chord, a couple strumming patterns—and maybe even a song—at 11:30 AM and 1:30 PM that day. We will have several ukuleles on hand for you to play, [...]
Echoes of Experience: The Augustana Senior Show
Echoes of Experience: The Augustana Senior Show
Don't miss the impressive Senior Art Exhibition featuring the diverse talents of Augustana University's graduating class. This year's large and talented group necessitates a special two-gallery presentation, hosted in partnership with the gracious help of the Washington Pavilion Visual Arts Center. Opening Receptions: Eide/Dalrymple Gallery: Friday, April 25, 7:00 - 9:00 pm (Awards and Artist [...]
Disaster! The Musical
Disaster! The Musical
Disaster! The Musical Thursday, May 1 at 7:30 PM Friday, May 2 at 7:30 PM Saturday, May 3 at 2:30 PM Saturday, May 3 at 7:30 PM Sunday, May 4 at 2:30 PM
39 STEPS
39 STEPS
Based on the 1915 novel and the 1939 Alfred Hitchcock film of the same name, The 39 Steps is a comedic adaptation of the classic spy thriller. Richard Hannay meets a beautiful woman at the theatre, only to have her immediately murdered in his apartment. Fearing for his life and spurred into action by her [...]
Disaster! The Musical
Disaster! The Musical
Disaster! The Musical Thursday, May 1 at 7:30 PM Friday, May 2 at 7:30 PM Saturday, May 3 at 2:30 PM Saturday, May 3 at 7:30 PM Sunday, May 4 at 2:30 PM
Disaster! The Musical
Disaster! The Musical
Disaster! The Musical Thursday, May 1 at 7:30 PM Friday, May 2 at 7:30 PM Saturday, May 3 at 2:30 PM Saturday, May 3 at 7:30 PM Sunday, May 4 at 2:30 PM
39 STEPS
39 STEPS
Based on the 1915 novel and the 1939 Alfred Hitchcock film of the same name, The 39 Steps is a comedic adaptation of the classic spy thriller. Richard Hannay meets a beautiful woman at the theatre, only to have her immediately murdered in his apartment. Fearing for his life and spurred into action by her [...]