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.
LAKOTA NATION INVITATIONAL 43RD ANNIVERSARY
December 18-21. Rushmore Plaza Civic Center, Rapid City. Times vary. With a particular focus on Native youth, the LNI brings teams from across the country together to honor sportsmanship, dedication, and culture. From Volleyball to Archery, events will take place all weekend, including a Poetry Slam and a Flag Song. More info: lakotanationinvitational.com.
SORRY! WRONG CHIMNEY!
December 19-22. Olde Towne Dinner Theatre, Worthing. Times vary. Buckle up for a different kind of Christmas tale with Sorry! Wrong Chimney! With sweet David Tuttle trying to get his wife a fur, and sneaky Kris Kreigle breaking and entering, there is no telling what will happen. Did we mention there is a hypnotist involved? More info: oldetownetheatre.org.
A FA-LA-LA CABARET
December 19-20. Icon Event Hall + Lounge, Sioux Falls. 8 p.m. Join the Good Night Theatre Collective for some holiday magic. Holiday songs, “cheery surprises,” and so much more will be a great precursor to your holiday celebrations. More info: goodnighttheatre.com.
HOLIDAY EXPRESS
December 21-24. 1880 Train, Hill City. Times vary. Grab your tickets and board the 1880 Train to visit Santaat the North Pole. The one-hour trip will include hot cocoa, a sugar cookie, a holiday story, and of course, Mr. Claus. Upgrade to Holiday Express First Classwhich allows you to ride in the Hilyo caboose. More info: 1880train.com.
CHANUKAH CELEBRATION AND MENORAH LIGHTING
December 22. The Empire Mall, Sioux Falls. 4:30 p.m. Head to The Empire Mall for the community’s Public Menorah lighting, which will be accompanied by latkes, music, activities, and mingling with community leaders. Celebrate Chanukah with pride, culture, and community. More info: jewishsd.org.
ENTERTAINMENT
Oglala Sioux Lakota Housing Summit
December 17th – December 21st
Rushmore Plaza Civic Center, Rapid City
8:30 a.m.
Healing Through Traditional Arts
December 18th – December 20th
Rushmore Plaza Civic Center, Rapid City
8 a.m.
Ugly Sweater Skate Party
December 20th
Main Street Square, Rapid City
7 p.m.
Santa at the Gardens
December 22nd
McCrory Gardens, Brookings
Times vary.
SPORTS
Jingle Bell Run 5K
December 21st
Black Hills State University Gravel Lot, Spearfish
9 a.m.
MUSIC
Kenny G
December 17th
Washington Pavilion of Arts and Science, Sioux Falls
7 p.m.
Cameron Stalheim Artist Reception
December 17th
John A. Day Gallery, Vermillion
5 p.m.
Rory Hoffman
December 19th
Rushmore Plaza Civic Center, Rapid City
7 p.m.
Holiday Jam with The Hegg Brothers
December 19th
T.F. Riggs Theater, Pierre
7 p.m.
Lorie Line
December 19th
Washington Pavilion of Arts and Science, Sioux Falls
7 p.m.
Tuesdays with Morrie
December 19th – December 22nd
Orpheum Theater Center, Sioux Falls
Times vary.
A Bluegrass Christmas with Monroe Crossing
December 20th
Washington Pavilion of Arts and Science, Sioux Falls
7:30 p.m.
Holiday Jam with the Hegg Brothers
December 21st
Washington Pavilion of Arts and Science, Sioux Falls
7:30 p.m.
The Barstool Prophets at the Fieldhouse
December 21st
The Fieldhouse, Pierre
9 p.m.
Home Free
December 21st
Swiftel Center, Brookings
8 p.m.
