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.
CZECH DAYS
June 13-15. Various locations, Tabor. All day. Head to Tabor for the 71st Annual Czech Days held to honor and celebrate the Czech community and its culture. Homemade food, live music, and the crowning of Czech Days Queen will fill the streets for three days of kolache magic. More info: taborczechdays.com.
WILD BILL DAYS
June 14-15. Historic downtown, Deadwood. All day. Classic cars, DockDog competitions, and live music from artists like Tracy Bird will fill the streets of downtown Deadwood to honor the memory of Wild Bill Hickcok. Grab your gunslingin’ crew and don’t miss this annual celebration. More info: deadwood.com.
2ND ANNUAL RUN WITH THE GOVS
June 15. State Capitol Building, Pierre. 8:30 a.m. Like to run, but feel lonely when doing so? Have no fear for 22 past governors will line the 3.5 mile route for the 2nd Annual Run with the Govs. Wether you are a sprinter or like a calm jog with your furry friend, head to the capitol city to support the Trail of Governors Foundation. More info: visitpierresd.com.
10TH ANNUAL BOXERS 'N BIKERS POKER RUN
June 15. J&L Harley-Davidson, Sioux Falls. 11 a.m. Boxers, bikers, and a good cause? Sign us up for the 10th Annual Boxers ‘n Bikers Poker Run. This event will include a Ribeye Steak Sandwich Luncheon, a silent auction, and more in efforts to raise money for the Northern Plains Boxer Rescue. More info: jl-harley.com.
PRIDE IN THE PARK
June 15. Terrace Park, Sioux Falls. Noon. Sport your rainbow wear at Terrace Park and enjoy activities like a fashion show, drag bingo, glitter beards/mustache face painting, and so much more. Support your local LGBT+ community by coming out for the most inclusive party of the year. More info: siouxfallspride.org.
ENTERTAINMENT
8th Annual SD Kite Day at the Capitol
June 12th
Hilger’s Gulch Park, Pierre
1:05 p.m.
Watertown’s Wine & Beer Walk
June 13th
Historic downtown, Watertown
5 p.m.
Vinegar Festival
June 15th
Various locations, Roslyn
9 a.m.
Arts in the Park
June 15th – June 16th
Melgaard Park, Aberdeen
10 a.m.
SPORTS
Spearfish Sasquatch vs Wheat City Whiskey Jacks
June 11th – June 13th
Black Hills Energy Stadium, Spearfish
6:35 p.m.
Sioux Falls Canaries vs Lincoln Saltdogs
June 14th – June 16th
Sioux Falls Stadium, Sioux Falls
Times vary.
Color Run 5K
June 15th
Riverside Park, Yankton
8 a.m.
Tour de Oahe
June 15th
Oahe Campground, Pierre
6:30 a.m.
GET INVOLVED
1 Million Cups
June 12th
Children’s Museum of South Dakota, Brookings
9 a.m.
Lighting the Way Autism Conference
June 13th – June 15th
Augustana University, Sioux Falls
Times vary.
MUSIC
Les Misérables
June 12th
Washington Pavilion of Arts and Science, Sioux Falls
Times vary.
Songs & Stories: An Evening with Art Alexakis of Everclear and More
June 12th
The District, Sioux Falls
7 p.m.
Thursday on the Square
June 13th
Main Street Square, Rapid City
6 p.m.
Flannel
June 13th
Main Street, Rapid City
6 p.m.
Summer Concert Series
June 13th
Main Street , Aberdeen
6 p.m.
Levitt Sioux Falls Grand Opening: Ruthie Foster
June 14th
Levitt at the Falls, Sioux Falls
7 p.m.
The Spill Canvas
June 14th
Icon Lounge + Events, Sioux Falls
7 p.m.
Dead Meadow
June 14th
Total Drag Records, Sioux Falls
7 p.m.
Black Hills Bluegrass Festival
June 14th – June 16th
Rush No More RV Resort and Campground, Sturgis
5 p.m.
Levitt National Tour Presents: Flor de Toloache
June 15th
Levitt at the Falls, Sioux Falls
7 p.m.
Phil Baker
June 16th
Levitt at the Falls, Sioux Falls
5 p.m.
Sangria Sundays
June 16th
Strawbale Winery, Renner
1 p.m.
