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.
FESTIVAL OF TREES
November 29-30. Main Street, Lead. 5 p.m. Go back in time with the Historical Homestake Opera House and experience the holidays in a whole new way. Walk through the ornately decorated home and admire glistening Christmas trees, wreaths, and various vintage items. More info: homestakeoperahouse.org.
DISNEY ON ICE PRESENTS: 100 YEARS OF MAGIC
November 29 – December 2. Denny Sanford Premier Center, Sioux Falls. Times vary. Whether you are surprising your little one, or are a Disney fanatic yourself, this 100 year anniversary on ice will bring you back in time. Join Nemo, Minnie, and Elsa as they skate through the wonderland of their stories. More info: dennysanfordpremiercenter.com.
605 MADE HOLIDAY MARKET
December 1. Cherapa Place, Sioux Falls. 10 a.m. Make your way to Cherapa Place in downtown Sioux Falls for this holiday themed market. Comprised of all local merchandise, shoppers will be able to find everything from homemade candles to repurposed metal, and just in time for the holidays. More info: facebook.com.
BEARDSTRAVAGANZA
December 1. Remedy Brewing Company, Sioux Falls. 2 p.m. Remedy Brewing Co. is teaming up with the community to honor all things facial hair in the name of awareness. Stop on down to vote for Best in Show, compete for Best Mustache, or simply drink and be merry. All proceeds will benefit the American Cancer Society. More info: remedybrewco.com.
ABERDEEN LIVING CHRISTMAS TREE
December 1-2. Aberdeen Civic Arena, Aberdeen. Times vary. Started in 1988, this Christmas ensamble is not only in the shape of an actual Christmas tree, but offers a musical experience like no other. An orchestra, children’s choir, adult choir, and narration will make this tree come to life to holiday magic. More info: facebook.com.
ENTERTAINMENT
Film Festival: Dakota 38
November 29th
The Matthews Opera House & Arts Center, Spearfish
6:30 p.m.
A Christmas Carol
November 29th – December 2nd
Orpheum Theater Center, Sioux Falls
Times vary.
Holiday Candle Making Class
December 1st
Simply Perfect, Sioux Falls
2 p.m.
Brits Studios: “Finally It’s Christmas”
December 2nd
Washington Pavilion of Arts & Science, Sioux Falls
3:30 p.m.
SPORTS
Rapid City Rush vs Utah Grizzlies
November 28th
Rushmore Plaza Civic Center, Rapid City
7:05 p.m.
Sioux Falls Skyforce vs Northern Arizona Suns
November 30th
Sanford Pentagon, Sioux Falls
7 p.m.
Brookings Blizzard vs Bismarck Bobcats
December 1st
Larson Ice Center, Brookings
7:05 p.m.
Rapid City Rush vs Utah Grizzlies
December 1st
Rushmore Plaza Civic Center, Rapid City
7:05 p.m.
GET INVOLVED
Cookies & Cocoa
December 1st
Washington Pavilion of Arts & Science, Sioux Falls
10 a.m.
MUSIC
Shaun Johnson and the Big Band Experience
November 29th
Washington Pavilion of Arts & Science, Sioux Falls
7:30 p.m.
South Dakota Symphony: Handel Messiah
November 30th
First Lutheran Church, Sioux Falls
7 p.m.
Tonic Sol-Fa: The Greatest Holiday Show Ever
November 30th – December 1st
Washington Pavilion of Arts & Science, Sioux Falls
7:30 p.m.
Christmas at the Redlin Art Center ft. The Holy Rocka Rollaz
December 1st
Redlin Art Center, Watertown
1:30 p.m. + 4 p.m.
James Van Nuys & Carrie Bartsch
December 1st
Firehouse Wine Cellars, Rapid City
7 p.m.
Damn Your Eyes EP Release Show
December 1st
Firehouse Wine Cellars, Rapid City
7 p.m.
A New Christmas Tradition Concert w/ A Cowboy Twist
December 1st
T.F. Riggs High School Theater, Pierre
4 p.m.
