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.
CHRISTMAS EXTRAVAGANZA
December 11. Washington Pavilion of Arts & Science, Sioux Falls. 7 p.m. Head downtown for the most festive big band experience around. This 16-piece ensemble will bring your favorite Christmas carols to life, not to mention make your wildest musical dreams come true. More info: washingtonpavilion.org.
LAKOTA NATION INVITATIONAL
December 12-15. Rushmore Plaza Civic Center, Rapid City. All day. Open to kids from all over the nation, this event honors the combination of indigenous culture and sports, fine arts, and academics. Competitions, speakers, and much more make up a weekend full of community and heart. More info: lakotanationinvitational.com.
ANNIE JR.
December 13-16. Washington Pavilion of Arts & Science, Sioux Falls. Times vary. Local performing group, DAPA, is bringing this classic back to stage. Complete with Miss Hannigan, Mr. Warbucks, and the lovable dog Sandy, this show is sure to bring you lots of laughs. More info: washingtonpavilion.org.
SCROOGE OF DEADWOOD
December 14-15. Deadwood 1876 Theater, Deadwood. 5:30 p.m. Comedy meets tragedy in this play about the Scrooge of Deadwood, Al Swearengen. Get ready for a night full of bah-humbugs, and holiday cheer, not to mention food from Cheyenne Crossing and live music from Mr. Marvin Berry. More info: deadwood1876theater.com.
MISTLETOE MUDSLIDE PARTY
December 15. McNally’s Irish Pub, Sioux Falls. 7 p.m. Looking for one more excuse to wear your ugly sweater? Look no more, for McNally’s Irish Pub is hosting their Mistletoe Mudslide party. Bring a nonperishable item, indulge in a mug of Mudslide, and celebrate the holiday season. More info: mcnallysip.com.
ENTERTAINMENT
Divas Through the Decades
December 13th
Ramkota Hotel & Conference Center, Pierre
5:30 p.m.
Downtown Boutique Crawl
December 13th
Downtown, Sioux Falls
5 p.m.
Breakfast with Santa
December 15th
Bramble Park Zoo, Watertown
8 a.m.
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical
December 16th
Washington Pavilion of Arts & Science, Sioux Falls
1 p.m. + 6 p.m.
SPORTS
Sioux Falls Skyforce vs Agua Caliente Clippers
December 10th
Sanford Pentagon, Sioux Falls
6:30 p.m.
Sioux Falls Stampede vs Dubuque Fighting Saints
December 13th
Denny Sanford Premier Center, Sioux Falls
7:05 p.m.
Sioux Falls Stampede vs Green Bay Gamblers
December 14th – December 15th
Sanford Premier Center, Sioux Falls
7:05 p.m.
GET INVOLVED
Third Annual Ugly Sweaters for Survivors Gala
December 15th
Hilton Garden Inn Sioux Falls – Downtown, Sioux Falls
5 p.m.
Random Acts of Kindness
December 15th
GSDH Service Center, Sioux Falls
2 p.m.
Jerseys for Jackson
December 16th
Remedy Brewing Company, Sioux Falls
12 p.m.
MUSIC
Holiday Piano Duets
December 12th
The Matthews Opera House & Arts Center, Spearfish
12 p.m.
Holiday Jam w/ The Hegg Brothers
December 13th
Riggs Theater, Pierre
7 p.m.
Happy Holidays Cabaret
December 13th – December 14th
Icon Lounge + Events, Sioux Falls
8 p.m.
Lorie Line – Lord of Lords
December 14th
Washington Pavilion of Arts & Science, Sioux Falls
7:30 p.m.
Koo Koo Kanga Roo
December 14th
Icon Lounge + Events, Sioux Falls
6:15 p.m.
Piff the Magic Dragon
December 14th
The District, Sioux Falls
7 p.m.
A Green Dolphin Jazzy Christmas Concert
December 14th
The Matthews Opera House & Art Center, Spearfish
7:30 p.m.
Holiday Jam w/ The Hegg Brothers
December 15th
Washington Pavilion of Arts & Science, Sioux Falls
7:30 p.m.
Shenandoah in Concert
December 15th
Deadwood Mountain Grand, Deadwood
8 p.m.
Holiday Jam w/ The Hegg Brothers
December 16th
Orpheum Theatre Center, Sioux Falls
4 p.m.
High Plains Live: Shrine of Democracy Chorus
December 16th
High Plains Western Heritage Center, Spearfish
2 p.m.
