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ARTS SOUTH DAKOTA UPCOMING EVENTS
Week of Events
All Night Happy Hour & Vinyl Night
All Night Happy Hour & Vinyl Night
Come enjoy some quality tunes and discounted booze! $2 off all taps, and $1 off all wine, all night!
High Strung: Five Centuries of Stringed Keyboard Instruments
High Strung: Five Centuries of Stringed Keyboard Instruments
Event Contact: National Music MuseumContact Email: nmm@usd.eduContact Phone: 605-358-3450Event URL: https://www.nmmusd.org/special-exhibitionsEvent Locator: 2024-ACABQBFor over 600 years, stringed keyboard instruments have served as repositories for human imagination, science, technology, craft, artistry, and music. They are admired for their stature – and oftentimes stunning beauty – alongside their ability to play both melody and harmony. Keyboard innovation […]
Following the 13 Dakota Moons Earthlodge Gatherings
Following the 13 Dakota Moons Earthlodge Gatherings
Monthly gatherings with youth and young adults for discussions and hand-on activities in accordance with the 13 moons the Dakotapi (Dakota People) follow.Directions: Follow the flags at the corner of 117th St and 457th Ave North SissetonScholar: Dennis Gill, Sr.Sponsored By: Nis'to, Inc.For more information, contact: Dustina Gill <sitowiyan@hotmail.com>
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!
Avatar in Concert
Avatar in Concert
Avatar: The Last Airbender In Concert audiences will immerse themselves in a two-hour special with a live orchestra bringing the show’s iconic musical score to life, in perfect harmony with highlights and favorite moments from all three seasons of the series. Taiko and Erhu will share the spotlight with violins and clarinets, while the series’ […]
Weekly Tuesday Night Comedy Open Mic-On!
Weekly Tuesday Night Comedy Open Mic-On!
New Tuesday night weekly comedy Open Mic-On at the Icon Events – Annex & Loft! With your host: SARA MANSON Bring your best 7 minutes or come for some laughs! FREE Show! Signup by 7:30 – Show starts at 8:00 — Competition night the LAST Wednesday of the month – next competition is Nov 29th […]
LIVE MUSIC – Heinous 3 – Every Tuesday
LIVE MUSIC – Heinous 3 – Every Tuesday
LIVE MUSIC by Heinous 3 every Tuesday at DaDa. This is FREE and normal DaDa dinner + beverage service takes place.
High Strung: Five Centuries of Stringed Keyboard Instruments
High Strung: Five Centuries of Stringed Keyboard Instruments
Event Contact: National Music MuseumContact Email: nmm@usd.eduContact Phone: 605-358-3450Event URL: https://www.nmmusd.org/special-exhibitionsEvent Locator: 2024-ACABQBFor over 600 years, stringed keyboard instruments have served as repositories for human imagination, science, technology, craft, artistry, and music. They are admired for their stature – and oftentimes stunning beauty – alongside their ability to play both melody and harmony. Keyboard innovation […]
Molly Hatchet
Molly Hatchet
Molly Hatchet Live at The District Wednesday, Sept 4th, 2024 Doors 6:00 PM | Show 7:00 PM | All Ages Get Your Tickets 6/14 at 10am! >>> https://bit.ly/HatchetSiouxFalls
Filmmaker’s Studio
Filmmaker’s Studio
Join a collaborative network of filmmakers, actors, and creatives from all skill levels! Every Wednesday at 6pm! No budget? No problem! Film making should be accessible to everyone. The goal here is to create! Form friendships with fellow filmmakers, learn from experience – and have fun doing it!
Weekly Comedy Open Mic @ Boss’
Weekly Comedy Open Mic @ Boss’
Boss’ Weekly Comedy Open Mic at the 2111 S Minnesota Ave location With your host: JERRY IRBY Bring your best 7 minutes or come for some laughs! FREE Show! Signup by 7:30 – Show starts at 8:00 — Competition night the LAST Wednesday of the month – next competition is Oct 25th @ Club David […]
High Strung: Five Centuries of Stringed Keyboard Instruments
High Strung: Five Centuries of Stringed Keyboard Instruments
Event Contact: National Music MuseumContact Email: nmm@usd.eduContact Phone: 605-358-3450Event URL: https://www.nmmusd.org/special-exhibitionsEvent Locator: 2024-ACABQBFor over 600 years, stringed keyboard instruments have served as repositories for human imagination, science, technology, craft, artistry, and music. They are admired for their stature – and oftentimes stunning beauty – alongside their ability to play both melody and harmony. Keyboard innovation […]
Brainstorming: The Human Connection – Jeremy Norton – Trauma Sponges: Dispatches from the Scarred Heart of Emergency Response
Brainstorming: The Human Connection – Jeremy Norton – Trauma Sponges: Dispatches from the Scarred Heart of Emergency Response
Jeremy Norton, a 24-year veteran firefighter/EMT with the Minneapolis Fire Department, former high school teacher, and 2024 Festival of Books presenter, joins SDHC Scholar Lawrence Diggs for a conversation about his experiences as a first responder.Scholar: Lawrence Diggs with Jeremy NortonSponsored By: South Dakota Humanities CouncilPlease let us know what you thought of the program!https://sdhumanities.wufoo.com/forms/r10zvgvg124kfm2/
“Little and Often” 2024 One Book Discussion
“Little and Often” 2024 One Book Discussion
2024 One Book South DakotaA book discussion of "Little and Often: A Memoir" by Trent PreszlerScholar: Brad TennantSponsored by: Edith B. Siegrist Vermillion Public Library For more information, contact: Kaia Brose <kaia.brose@vermillionpubliclibrary.org>
Crafts and more
Crafts and more
Welcome crafters of all kinds! Bring your own project to share, work on, get help and feedback. We meet weekly on Thursdays and also, every 2nd and 4th Saturday* 1-5:30 pm in the meeting room of the Caille Library * Depending on library availability
Brushes and Brews
Brushes and Brews
SuFu Creative and Woodgrain Brewing are teaming up for Brushes and Brews for Teddy Bear Den. Come to Woodgrain Thursday September 5th between 4-8 for live music, live art, a variety of art vendors, and brews. Don’t forget to bring a pack of diapers, baby wipes, or baby shampoo for your chance to win some […]
Sioux Falls Community Arts Tours
Sioux Falls Community Arts Tours
Art is everywhere in Sioux Falls! Join your tour guide, Marty, as she leads you on a one-hour tour exploring downtown Sioux Falls’ vibrant arts scene! Tours are offered on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights or by special request.
Chorus rehearsal
The Year's Sweet Turn: an Art Song Recital
The Year's Sweet Turn: an Art Song Recital
Event Contact: music@usd.eduContact Email: music@usd.eduContact Phone: 605 658 3466Event URL: https://www.usd.edu/livemusicEvent Locator: 2024-ACBBNFKatherine Price, soprano, and Diane Van Den Oever, piano, return to the Colton Recital Hall stage in the Warren M. Lee Center for the Fine Arts, with an evening of music that will touch your heart. This event is open to the public […]
High Strung: Five Centuries of Stringed Keyboard Instruments
High Strung: Five Centuries of Stringed Keyboard Instruments
Event Contact: National Music MuseumContact Email: nmm@usd.eduContact Phone: 605-358-3450Event URL: https://www.nmmusd.org/special-exhibitionsEvent Locator: 2024-ACABQBFor over 600 years, stringed keyboard instruments have served as repositories for human imagination, science, technology, craft, artistry, and music. They are admired for their stature – and oftentimes stunning beauty – alongside their ability to play both melody and harmony. Keyboard innovation […]
Free First Friday
Free First Friday
Join us for Free First Fridays, whether you are new to the area, new to the Pavilion or even a regular visitor! •Free admission to the Kirby Science Discovery Center and Visual Arts Center •Various science activities including Avera Stage Science and fascinating demonstrations with our science center interactors •Exciting scavenger hunts and artist receptions […]
Sioux Falls Community Arts Tours
Sioux Falls Community Arts Tours
Art is everywhere in Sioux Falls! Join your tour guide, Marty, as she leads you on a one-hour tour exploring downtown Sioux Falls’ vibrant arts scene! Tours are offered on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights or by special request.
All That Remains | Jim Westphalen
All That Remains | Jim Westphalen
Throughout history, man, in his innate determination, has attempted to build structures that will forever stand the test of time. But invariably, what the hands of man construct, the forces of nature will slowly yet relentlessly dismantle. However, in between these two conditions lies the fading imprint of those who built their lives and livelihoods […]
First Friday Eastbank Art Gallery Reception
First Friday Eastbank Art Gallery Reception
Every First Friday of the month EastBank Art gallery hosts an evening reception for our two new collections for the month! We have a Featured Member and a Guest Artist with new collections! Meet and visit with the artists and view the everchanging artwork in the gallery by our members. Hope to see you there!
Parables & Proverbs at The Orpheum Theater
Parables & Proverbs at The Orpheum Theater
SHOW TIMES: FRI, SEPT 6 – 7:00PM SAT, SEPT 7 – 2:00PM SUN, SEPT 8 – 4:00PM FRI, SEPT 13 – 7:00PM SAT, SEPT 14 – 2:00PM SAT, SEPT 14 – 7:00PM SUN, SEPT 15 – 4:00PM A group of present-day kids and their parents discover a hidden treasure-chest that takes them on a Narnia-like […]
LowDown Brass Band
LowDown Brass Band
Embodying the vibrant Chicago music culture, LowDown Brass Band is a one-of-a-kind horn ensemble weaving the rhythm of the streets with conscious hip-hop, reggae, and soul. LowDown has stayed busy, releasing three albums which showcase their unique sound and further push the boundaries of their genre. Leaning on their talent and unconventional style, LowDown Brass […]
Sidewalk Arts Festival 2024
Sidewalk Arts Festival 2024
The Sidewalk Arts Festival is a FREE outdoor event with more than 300 vendor booths featuring the region’s best fine art, folk art and craft artisans, as well as nonprofit organizations and food vendors. Enjoy activities for kids, live entertainment, food vendors and more on the streets surrounding the Washington Pavilion. This event is a […]
Festival of New Plays
Festival of New Plays
Note: The lobby will open at 8:30 am and doors will open at 8:45 am with the event beginning at 9:00 am.After a blind review process of local play submissions following their annual community-based Playwriting course, the Premiere Playhouse enters its second phase of new play development events in their 22nd season, featuring the four […]
High Strung: Five Centuries of Stringed Keyboard Instruments
High Strung: Five Centuries of Stringed Keyboard Instruments
Event Contact: National Music MuseumContact Email: nmm@usd.eduContact Phone: 605-358-3450Event URL: https://www.nmmusd.org/special-exhibitionsEvent Locator: 2024-ACABQBFor over 600 years, stringed keyboard instruments have served as repositories for human imagination, science, technology, craft, artistry, and music. They are admired for their stature – and oftentimes stunning beauty – alongside their ability to play both melody and harmony. Keyboard innovation […]
Baseball, Preachers, and Funerals
Baseball, Preachers, and Funerals
Using a storytelling format, Phyllis transports audiences back in time to the influences of small town and rural life that are fast disappearing. She shares from a child’s perspective when life was simpler, telephones had a special place on a wall or desk, all older people were called grandma and grandpa, and children created their […]
“Little and Often” 2024 One Book Discussion
“Little and Often” 2024 One Book Discussion
2024 One Book South DakotaA book discussion of "Little and Often: A Memoir" by Trent PreszlerScholar: Molly BarariSponsored by: Custer County LibraryFor more information, contact: Sarah Myers <smyers@custercountysd.com >
Parables & Proverbs at The Orpheum Theater
Parables & Proverbs at The Orpheum Theater
SHOW TIMES: FRI, SEPT 6 – 7:00PM SAT, SEPT 7 – 2:00PM SUN, SEPT 8 – 4:00PM FRI, SEPT 13 – 7:00PM SAT, SEPT 14 – 2:00PM SAT, SEPT 14 – 7:00PM SUN, SEPT 15 – 4:00PM A group of present-day kids and their parents discover a hidden treasure-chest that takes them on a Narnia-like […]
Sioux Falls Community Arts Tours
Sioux Falls Community Arts Tours
Art is everywhere in Sioux Falls! Join your tour guide, Marty, as she leads you on a one-hour tour exploring downtown Sioux Falls’ vibrant arts scene! Tours are offered on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights or by special request.
THEATER ON THE RUN 2024
THEATER ON THE RUN 2024
WHO: Come one, Come all enjoy our Community this Fall! WHAT: Theater on the Run WHERE: Theater on the Run begins in the Matthews Theatre, and then the four different groups will venture to different locations. After each group has enjoyed a 15-20 minute play, the audience rotates to the next location to view the […]
Randy McAllister and the Scrappiest Band in the Motherland
Randy McAllister and the Scrappiest Band in the Motherland
Embodying the vibrant Chicago music culture, LowDown Brass Band is a one-of-a-kind horn ensemble weaving the rhythm of the streets with conscious hip-hop, reggae, and soul. LowDown has stayed busy, releasing three albums which showcase their unique sound and further push the boundaries of their genre. Leaning on their talent and unconventional style, LowDown Brass […]
White Spruce Chamber Players Fall Concert
White Spruce Chamber Players Fall Concert
Join us for an afternoon of chamber music featuring the works of St. Saens, Poulenc and Borodin! Free admission. A freewill donation will be accepted.
Parables & Proverbs at The Orpheum Theater
Parables & Proverbs at The Orpheum Theater
SHOW TIMES: FRI, SEPT 6 – 7:00PM SAT, SEPT 7 – 2:00PM SUN, SEPT 8 – 4:00PM FRI, SEPT 13 – 7:00PM SAT, SEPT 14 – 2:00PM SAT, SEPT 14 – 7:00PM SUN, SEPT 15 – 4:00PM A group of present-day kids and their parents discover a hidden treasure-chest that takes them on a Narnia-like […]
Valentine McGillycuddy Presentation
Valentine McGillycuddy Presentation
Note: This event takes place at 6:00 pm Mountain Time.Valentine McGillycuddy was not only a surgeon, but he was also one of Rapid City's first mayors, South Dakota's first Surgeon General, and Dean at the South Dakota School of Mines. This event will feature Candy Moulton, speaking about McGillycuddy and her book "Valentine McGillycuddy, Army […]
Open Mic Night
Phantogram
Phantogram
Early Entry Doors 6:30 Doors 7:00 Show 8:00 Phantogram at The District in Sioux Falls, SD on Sunday, September 8, 2024 at 8:00 pm Tickets on sale Friday, June 7, 2024 at 10:00am. *To reserve a suite please contact The District @ 605.271.5600