With so many events taking place in South Dakota, we understand how it can be overwhelming to remember them all. We’ve decided to highlight our favorite things happening week by week, focusing on unique, fun, and creative events across the state.
DEADWEIRD
October 26-27. Various locations, Deadwood. Times vary. Things get weird as Deadwood invites the people of South Dakota to celebrate Halloween with a Monster Ball, dancing, and a costume contest. If you have never walked the street of Deadwood dressed as your favorite Netflix character, you may be missing out on one of the “weirdest” events in the state. More info: deadwood.com.
YANKTON'S HARVEST HALLOWEEN
October 26-27. Downtown, Yankton. Times vary. Known as one of the biggest pre-Halloween celebrations in the state, this weekend is jam-packed with all things Fall. Friday will offer a ghost walk, and Saturday will include a hay bale maze, pig races, and live music. More info: harvesthalloween.com.
2018 AUTUMN FESTIVAL
October 26-27. Denny Sanford Premier Center, Sioux Falls. Times vary. This particular Autumn Festival does not focus on hayrides and scarecrows, but handmade gifts and unique home décor. Crafters from all over the nation come together to support handcrafted work from furnishings to artwork. More info: hpifestivals.com.
SIOUX FALLS ZOMBIE
October 27. El Riad Shrine, Sioux Falls. 5 p.m. Head to the El Riad Shrine to begin your adventure through the streets of downtown Sioux Falls. Themed as “As The Movies,” this is your chance to bring your favorite on-screen characters to life… or death. More info: facebook.com.
SCARE IN SQUARE
October 27. Main Street Square, Rapid City. 1 p.m. Suit up in your costumes, pick up a map, and make your way through Main Street Square to trick-or-treat in the heart of the community. More info: mainstreetsquarerc.com.
ENTERTAINMENT
History Happy Hour 100% American
October 25
Pettigrew Museum, Sioux Falls
6:30 p.m.
Sioux Fall Hog Ride
October 27
J&L Harley-Davidson, Sioux Falls
All day.
South Dakota Women’s Expo
October 27
State Fairgrounds, Huron
9 a.m.
Fall Festival at Joy Ranch
October 28
Joy Ranch, Watertown
All day.
SPORTS
Sioux Falls Stampede vs Sioux City Musketeers
October 26
Denny Sanford Premier Center, Sioux Falls
7:05 p.m.
Brookings Blizzard vs Minot Minotauros
October 26-27
Larson Ice Center, Brookings
7:05 p.m.
Halloween Night Hike
October 26-27
Peter Norbeck Outdoor Education Center, Custer
5:30 p.m.
GET INVOLVED
Cheers to Liberty
October 25
Hilton Garden Inn – Downton, Sioux Falls
5 p.m.
Rake the Town 2018
October 26-27
Active Generations, Sioux Falls
8 a.m.
MUSIC
Celtic Thunder
October 22
Washington Pavilion of Arts & Science, Sioux Falls
7:30 p.m.
Live on Stage Sioux Falls: Vocal Trash
October 23
Washington Pavilion of Arts & Science, Sioux Falls
7 p.m.
Diana Krall: Turn Up The Quiet Tour 2018
October 24
Washington Pavilion of Arts & Science, Sioux Falls
7:30 p.m.
Lanco
October 25
The District, Sioux Falls
7 p.m.
Nelly
October 25
Swiftel Center, Brookings
7:30 p.m.
Christian Howes Quartet in Southern Exposure ConcertÂ
October 26
The Matthews Opera House & Arts Center, Spearfish
7:30 p.m.
Nick Linn
October 26
Tinder Box, Rapid City
9 p.m.
South Dakota Symphony: Rufus WainwrightÂ
October 27
Washington Pavilion of Arts & Science, Sioux Falls
7:30 p.m.
Spooktacular Halloween Party
October 27
Burnside Bingo, Sioux Falls
5:30 p.m.
Colony House
October 28
Icon Lounge + Events, Sioux Falls
6 p.m.
