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.
2ND ANNUAL PHEASANT SANDWICH SHOOTOUT
November 8. Aberdeen Civic Arena, Aberdeen. 7 p.m. In honor of Aberdeen offering free pheasant sandwiches to service people during WWll, Aberdeen is calling all chefs to make the best pheasant sandwich possible. Start celebrating the veterans in your life a little early this year with this historical event. More info: visitaberdeensd.com.
SHINE A LIGHT
November 8. Avera Cancer Institute, Sioux Falls. 5:30 p.m. Join in the fight against lung cancer by participating in this event that will include dinner and a talk from Benjamin Solomon. Free to the public, stand with the community to support and honor those affected. More info: avera.org.
HAIRBALL
November 9. Deadwood Mountain Grand, Deadwood. 8 p.m. Never had the chance to see KISS, Journey, or Motley Crew live? Now is your chance. Hairball revives these classic bands for a night to remember. More info: deadwoodmountaingrand.com.
MOUNTAIN WEST BEER FEST
November 10. Rushmore Plaza Civic Center, Rapid City. 1 p.m. Don’t miss your chance to enjoy the largest selection of American craft beer samples anywhere. Beer from all corners of the country will pair perfectly with human foosball, beer yoga, and of course, corn hole. More info: mountainwestbeerfest.com.
CHRISTMAS AT THE HOMESTEAD
November 10. Adams Homestead and Nature Preserve, North Sioux City. 12 p.m. Follow Santa’s lead and spend the day shopping local vendors, snacking on homemade goodies and touring the homestead buildings. More info: gfp.sd.gov.
ENTERTAINMENT
Gluten Free Thanksgiving
November 7th
Plum’s Cooking Company, Sioux Falls
6 p.m.
Women of Distinction
November 8th
Holiday Inn Rapid City – Rushmore Plaza, Rapid City
12 p.m.
You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown
November 8th – 11th
Washington Pavilion of Arts & Science, Sioux Falls
Times vary.
Sioux Empire Arts & Crafts Show
November 9th – 10th
W.H. Lyon Fairgrounds, Sioux Falls
Times vary.
SPORTS
Sioux Falls Skyforce vs Memphis Hustle
November 5th
Sanford Pentagon, Sioux Falls
6:30 p.m.
Rapid City Rush vs Ft. Wayne Komets
November 7th
Rushmore Plaza Civic Center, Rapid City
7:05 p.m.
Sioux Falls Skyforce vs Northern Arizona Suns
November 7th
Sanford Pentagon, Sioux Falls
6:30 p.m.
Sioux Falls Skyforce vs Wisconsin Herd
November 10th
Sanford Pentagon, Sioux Falls
7 p.m.
GET INVOLVED
1 Million Cups
November 7th
Children’s Museum of South Dakota, Brookings
9 a.m.
1 Million Cups
November 7th
Orpheum Theater Center, Sioux Falls
9 a.m.
MUSIC
RCCA Presents: Black Market Trust
November 5th
Rushmore Plaza Civic Center, Rapid City
7:30 p.m.
Lauren Sanderson
November 7th
Icon Lounge + Events, Sioux Falls
7 p.m.
Gary Allen
November 8th
Rushmore Plaza Civic Center, Rapid City
7 p.m.
61st Annual Band Festival
November 10th
Washington Pavilion of Arts & Science, Sioux Falls
6:30 p.m.
John Statz
November 10th
Miner Brewing Company, Hill City
6:30 p.m.
Big Daddy Weave
November 11th
Washington Pavilion of Arts & Science, Sioux Falls
7 p.m.
Augustana Presents: B.O.B.
November 11th
The District, Sioux Falls
6:30 p.m.
