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.
CORN PALACE FESTIVAL
August 21-25. Mitchell Corn Palace, Mitchell. Times vary. Don’t miss the annual redecoration of the World’s Only Corn Palace. The event includes carnival rides, performances from Trace Adkins, and Blood, Sweat & Tears, and a contest for the best local produce. Checkout the Corn Palace Festival Open Class Exhibits for a showcase of talent from across the state. More info: cornpalace.com.
KOOL DEADWOOD NITES
August 22-25. Downtown, Deadwood. Times vary. Head to downtown Deadwood for the 25th Anniversary of Kool Deadwood Nites. Classic cars, a 50’s-60’s sock hop, and classic music from bands like The Kingsmen and Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone will be rocking and rolling all weekend. More info: deadwood.com.
HILL CITY WINE BREW & BBQ
August 23-24. Various locations, Hill City. Times vary. Make your way to Hill city to watch a BBQ competition between 24+ teams bringing the best of the best food, entertainment, and fun. Don’t forget the live music, local wine, and your chance to vote for People’s Choice. More info: hillcitywinebrewandbbq.com.
BEERVANA 2019!
August 24. Monks House of Ale Repute and Gandy Dancer Brew Works, Sioux Falls. 2 p.m. The end of summer means the return of Beervana! More than 30 beers will be showcased at this downtown celebration of brews. More info: facebook.com.
FALL RIVER HOT AIR BALLOON FESTIVAL
August 24-25. Hot Springs Municipal Airport, Hot SPrings. 6 p.m. Witness colorful hot air balloons launch both in the morning and the dozens of sales from local merchants as well as purchase artwork from local artists. More info: facebook.com.
ENTERTAINMENT
Dakotafest 2019
August 20th – August 22nd
Schlaffman Farm, Mitchell
Times vary.
5th Annual Hugh Glass Rendezvous
August 22nd – August 25th
Hugh Glass Recreation Area, Shadehill
All day.
Afghan War Rugs: The Modern Art of Central Asia Opening
August 23rd
South Dakota Art Museum, Brookings
All day.
Falls Art Market
August 24th
BronzeAge Art Casting, Sioux Falls
8:30 a.m.
SPORTS
WWE Smackdown Live
August 20th
Denny Sanford Premier Center, Sioux Falls
6:45 p.m.Â
Sioux Falls Canaries vs Texas Air Hogs
August 21st – August 23rd
Sioux Falls Stadium, Sioux Falls
7:05 p.m.
PRCA Xtreme Bronc Finals
August 22nd
Central States Fair, Rapid City
All day.
BH Super 6
August 24th
Big Hill Trailhead, Spearfish
8 a.m.
GET INVOLVED
Bash to the Colonies
August 23rd – August 25th
Lewis & Clark Lake, Yankton
Times vary.
Taste the Goodness
August 24th
Avera Tech Building Parking Lot, Sioux Falls
5 p.m.
Bark in the Park 2019
August 24th
Sioux Falls Area Humane Society, Sioux Falls
8:30 a.m.
2019 3rd Annual Coastin’ for Cancer Functional Run
August 25th
Cherry Rock Park, Sioux Falls
10 a.m.
MUSIC
Chase Rice
August 20th
Central State Fairgrounds, Rapid City
7 p.m.
Downtown at Sundown
August 22nd
Downtown, Brookings
5 p.m.
Rapid City Summer Nights
August 22nd
Downtown, Rapid City
6 p.m.
Appleseed Cast
August 22nd
Icon Lounge + Events, Sioux Falls
7 p.m.
Downtown Friday Nights
August 23rd
Downtown, Spearfish
5:30 p.m.
That Sounds Decent 2019
August 23rd – August 24th
8th and Railroad Center, Sioux Falls
Times vary.
An Evening with Bach
August 25th
Main Street Square, Rapid City
7 p.m.
Happy Together Tour
August 25th
Deadwood Mountain Grand, Deadwood
7 p.m.
