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ARTS SOUTH DAKOTA UPCOMING EVENTS
Calling for entries into the Dakota MasterWorks Art Show
South Dakota Health Care Association Office 804 N Western Ave, Sioux FallsWeek of Events
Welcome to the artsHUB
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 [...]
Welcome to the artsHUB
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 [...]
Welcome to the artsHUB
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 [...]
Welcome to the artsHUB
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 [...]
Welcome to the artsHUB
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 [...]
Welcome to the artsHUB
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 [...]
Welcome to the artsHUB
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
Calling for entries into the Dakota MasterWorks Art Show
🎨 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 [...]
Calling for entries into the Dakota MasterWorks Art Show
Calling for entries into the Dakota MasterWorks Art Show
🎨 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 [...]
Artists Speaker Series
Artists Speaker Series
Capacity Interactive | Six Things Generative AI Does Well Tuesday, May 5 12:00-1:30PM CT / 11:00AM-12:30PM MT REGISTER TODAY! Generative AI is moving fast. Arts organizations move with intention. So where does this technology genuinely fit? This session explores six core capabilities where generative AI consistently adds value in arts administration and marketing. Through real, [...]
Wood Carving 101 – April & May Class
Wood Carving 101 – April & May Class
Discover the creative world of wood carving with Steve Hunter. A Toronto, SD-based carver who has been carving since 1998. This beginner-friendly course is designed both for absolute beginners and for those coming back to carving after a pause. Learn core safety and carving fundamentals using one knife, plus a complete end-to-end project. The atmosphere [...]
Wood Carving 101
Wood Carving 101
Discover the creative world of wood carving with Steve Hunter. A Toronto, SD-based carver that has been carving since 1998. This beginner-friendly course is designed both for absolute beginners and for those coming back to carving after a pause. Learn core safety and carving fundamentals using one knife, plus a complete end-to-end project. The atmosphere [...]
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!
Calling for entries into the Dakota MasterWorks Art Show
Calling for entries into the Dakota MasterWorks Art Show
🎨 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 [...]
Jazz Jam featuring Rex Richardson
Jazz Jam featuring Rex Richardson
https://www.triojazzclub.com #fellowshipjazzcenter #triojazzclub #livemusic #jazz #siouxfalls #southdakota
The Magic of John Banasiak
The Magic of John Banasiak
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, [...]
Calling for entries into the Dakota MasterWorks Art Show
Calling for entries into the Dakota MasterWorks Art Show
🎨 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 [...]
Armchair Travelers Book Club
Armchair Travelers Book Club
Armchair Travelers Book Club will meet in the Lushbough Room of the Sturgis Public Library at 12:00 noon on Thursday, May 7th, to discuss books about Alaska. Armchair Travelers Book Club is co-sponsored by Sturgis Area Arts Council and the Sturgis Public Library. Open to all interested readers, the group meets at noon in the [...]
Humanities Café – Tribal Tourism in South Dakota
Humanities Café – Tribal Tourism in South Dakota
Sarah Kills in Water, grantwriter and tourism development specialist with the Rosebud Sioux Tribe, and Dr.Rhea Waldman, Executive Director of the SD Native Tourism Alliance, join SDHChost Stacy Chidaushe to discuss the increase in and importance of tribaltourism in South Dakota, including meaningful sites, unforgettable memories…andvital lessons to be learned. Scholar: Sarah Kills in Water, Dr. [...]
Japanese Culture Workshop
Japanese Culture Workshop
Run by the BHSU Japan Outreach Initiative (JOI), this free workshop is limited to the first 12 attendees. All materials included. All workshops begin at 3 pm on the second Thursday of each month and are completely free of charge. About the Japan Outreach Initiative (JOI) The Japan Outreach Initiative (JOI) is a joint program [...]
The Grocery List Show
The Grocery List Show
Join SDPB and the Matthew’s Opera House for the Indie Lens Pop-Up series screening of The Grocery List Show. Before and after the film, enjoy learning about sources for local foods in and around Spearfish. Hosted by Top Chef contender Chrissy Camba, The Grocery List Show is a trip to five bustling international grocery stores in America and the communities they [...]
Chorus rehearsal
Daniel Heier Quartet
Daniel Heier Quartet
https://www.triojazzclub.com #fellowshipjazzcenter #triojazzclub #livemusic #jazz #siouxfalls #southdakota
Spotlight Theatre Company Presents: SEUSSICAL JR.
Spotlight Theatre Company Presents: SEUSSICAL JR.
Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat and all your favorite Dr. Seuss characters come to life in this whimsical, heartwarming musical! Follow Horton as he protects the tiny Whos and learns that loyalty, friendship and believing in yourself can make even the smallest voice heard. A colorful adventure for the whole family!
SGAC Student Art Showcase
SGAC Student Art Showcase
The Short Grass Arts Council is proud host the Student Art Showcase exhibiting artwork by Central South Dakota students from T.F.Rigg’s High School, A.B.O. School District, Pierre Indian Learning Center and a special exhibit of the Governor’s Student Art Competition winners provided by the South Dakota Arts Council. Free refreshments and a variety of arts [...]
Calling for entries into the Dakota MasterWorks Art Show
Calling for entries into the Dakota MasterWorks Art Show
🎨 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 [...]
The Magic of John Banasiak
The Magic of John Banasiak
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, [...]
Adam Moezinia
Adam Moezinia
https://www.triojazzclub.com #fellowshipjazzcenter #triojazzclub #livemusic #jazz #siouxfalls #southdakota
Adam Moezinia
Adam Moezinia
https://www.triojazzclub.com #fellowshipjazzcenter #triojazzclub #livemusic #jazz #siouxfalls #southdakota
Second Saturdays Art Market
Second Saturdays Art Market
New this summer, Waterfront Gallery will be hosting a monthly outdoor art market every second Saturday of the month from May 9th through September 12th at the corner of Coteau and Missouri Ave, in the greenspace next to the Waterfront Plaza parking lot, just a few blocks down the street from the Farmer’s Market. This [...]
Calling for entries into the Dakota MasterWorks Art Show
Calling for entries into the Dakota MasterWorks Art Show
🎨 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 [...]
Jazz Guitar Workshop with Adam Moezinia
Jazz Guitar Workshop with Adam Moezinia
Register Here! Join us at J. Rieck Music for an inspiring workshop with acclaimed jazz guitarist Adam Moezinia. Whether you’re just beginning to explore jazz or looking to deepen your understanding, this workshop is designed to give you practical tools you can take straight to your playing.Adam will cover a range of essential topics including improvisation, soloing, [...]
Adam Moezinia
Adam Moezinia
https://www.triojazzclub.com #fellowshipjazzcenter #triojazzclub #livemusic #jazz #siouxfalls #southdakota
Al Berven Trio
Jalan Crossland
Jalan Crossland
You’ve never heard him like this before! Jalan Crossland brings his acclaimed live show to The Matthews Opera House in Spearfish, SD on Friday, May 9, 2026. Known throughout the Rocky Mountain region for his extraordinary guitar work and engaging stage presence, Jalan delivers a performance that blends folk, bluegrass, and Americana into something entirely [...]
Johann Sebastian Bach ‘Mass in B minor, BWV 232’
Johann Sebastian Bach ‘Mass in B minor, BWV 232’
Johann Sebastian Bach ‘Mass in B minor, BWV 232’ Augustana Bach Collegium Dr. David Chin, Conductor Augustana Orchestra Dr. Chris Unger, Conductor Augustana Choir and VikingKor Dr. Russell Svenningsen, Conductor Angelus Natalie Campbell, Conductor Natalie Buickians, Soprano Esther Ting, Soprano Daniel Moody, Countertenor Okawa Tan, Tenor Peter Tuff, Baritone Ioana Galu, Concertmaster Dr. David Chin, [...]
Adam Moezinia
Adam Moezinia
https://www.triojazzclub.com #fellowshipjazzcenter #triojazzclub #livemusic #jazz #siouxfalls #southdakota
Calling for entries into the Dakota MasterWorks Art Show
Calling for entries into the Dakota MasterWorks Art Show
🎨 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 [...]
Spotlight Theatre Company Presents: SEUSSICAL JR.
Spotlight Theatre Company Presents: SEUSSICAL JR.
Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat and all your favorite Dr. Seuss characters come to life in this whimsical, heartwarming musical! Follow Horton as he protects the tiny Whos and learns that loyalty, friendship and believing in yourself can make even the smallest voice heard. A colorful adventure for the whole family!
Self Care Sunday
Self Care Sunday
Second Sunday at the MatthewsWe are pleased to bring a beautiful Self-Care Series of intentional and meaningful collaboration to support the community. The Matthews Opera House, CAT Scratch Studios and Creative Explorations Nonprofit invite you to join us for restful sound meditations throughout the school year and into June. Mark your calendars now. You will experience the offerings of four different practitioners throughout the [...]

