Here’s What’s Happening in the Sioux Empire

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WHAT’S GOING ON IN THE SIOUX EMPIRE?

August 27 (Thursday)… SUMMER CONCERT SERIES AT TOUCHMARK AT ALL SAINTS…Enjoy live music from the Hegg Brothers from 5:30-7pm. Monetary donations for the Teddy Bear Den will be accepted at the concert. (Located at 111 W. 17 th St. in Sioux Falls. https://siouxfalls.touchmark.com/summer-concert-series-2026)

August 27 (Thursday)…LAKE LORRAINE FARMERS MARKET…4:00-6:30PM on the east side of the lake between Hobby Lobby and Dave & Buster’s. You’ll find vegetables and microgreens, baked goods and sweet treats, meat, eggs, sauces and salsas, flowers, plants, seedlings, food trucks, and more. (www.lakelorrainesiouxfalls.com)

August 27, 28, 29 (Thurs, Fri, Sat)…LEVITT AT THE FALLS…At the Levitt Shell at Falls Park West. Come early and check out the food and beverage vendors. Happy hour starts at 6:00 PM, and music starts at 7:00 PM. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the show. (www.levittsiouxfalls.org)

• Thursday, August 27 – Sioux Falls-based band, the Clover Fold, performs. They’re a 6-piece songwriting cooperative of multi-instrumentalists. Opening act: Tom Watson & Friends.
• Friday, August 28 – Irish-American rockers from Minnesota, Wild Colonial Bhoys, headline the night. Opening act: Badhardt
• Saturday, August 29 – All My Relatives Festival. A day-long event that celebrates Native American musicians, art, and culture. The festival brings together community, creativity, and culture through a lineup of performances, activities, and experiences for all ages. Jackie Bird performs at 10:30AM and Mato Wayuhi and Tia Wood perform at 7:00PM.

August 28 (Friday)…FRIDAYS ON THE PLAZA…A summer series of live music and food trucks outside the Dakota News Now studio on the 12th Street Plaza from 11:30am-1:30pm. Grab some lunch at one of the food trucks that will be set up. Amy Ellsworth will be this week’s entertainment. Free event. (https://www.dakotanewsnow.com/2026/05/07/fridays-plaza-returns-this-may/)

August 28 (Friday)…GREATEST SHOW ON H2O…7PM at Catfish Bay Water Ski Park, just off I-90 and N. Cliff Ave. One of the top summer attractions in Sioux Falls. See amazing water-skiing tricks, stunts, and a funny, family-friendly stage show. Online advance general admission tickets are $17 for adults, $16 for seniors 65-plus, $15 for kids 4-12. (Reserved seating and gate/walk up admission prices are higher. www.catfishbay.com

August 29 (Saturday)…FALLS PARK FARMERS MARKET…The Market runs Saturdays from 8am-1pm at the Falls Park picnic shelter. You’ll find fresh flowers, vegetables, meat, baked goods, and more. Have a cup of coffee and enjoy a slice of breakfast pizza. Stick around and have lunch and dessert. Live music every week. (https://www.fallsparkfarmersmarket.com/)

August 29 (Saturday)…HARTFORD FARMERS MARKET…8:00AM-12:00PM at Jordan Park near the Hartford Rec Center. Free admission. You’ll find seasonal fruits and vegetables, flowers, bakery items, honey, organic eggs, bread goods, arts and crafts, and more. (http://www.hartfordareachamber.org)

August 29 (Saturday)…BRANDON FARMERS MARKET…9:00AM-1:00PM at 925 N. Splitrock Blvd in Brandon. You might find apples, fresh produce, local meats, farm fresh eggs, honey, baked goods, wine, handmade gifts and more. (http://www.brandonsdfarmersmarket.com/)

August 29 (Saturday)...605 MADE NIGHT MARKET…10:00PM-4:00AM? at the Falls in Downtown Sioux Falls. This free event features local makers, chefs, and performers for a night filled with fun. (https://www.facebook.com/events/874492085634963/)

August 31 (Monday)…MONDAYS AT MCKENNAN…Bring your lawn chair or blanket and get a good spot for some live music at McKennan Park in the Band Shell, 400 E. 26th Street. Concerts start at 7:00 PM and are free to attend. This week’s entertainment is the El Riad Shrine “Last Call” Band. (https://www.siouxfalls.gov/activities-recreation/events-venues/community-events-performances/performances/mondays-mckennan)

September 1, 2, 3 (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday)…SIOUX FALLS CANARIES BASEBALL…At the Birdcage, 1001 N. West Avenue. The Canaries host the Cleburne Railroaders. First pitch at 6:35PM each night. (www.sfcanaries.com)

September 3 (Thursday)…LAKE LORRAINE FARMERS MARKET…4:00-6:30PM on the east side of the lake between Hobby Lobby and Dave & Buster’s. You’ll find vegetables and microgreens, baked goods and sweet treats, meat, eggs, sauces and salsas, flowers, plants, seedlings, food trucks, and more. (www.lakelorrainesiouxfalls.com)

September 3, 4, 5 (Thurs, Fri, Sat)…LEVITT AT THE FALLS…Enjoy Labor Day weekend at the Levitt Shell at Falls Park West. Come early and check out the food and beverage vendors. Happy hour starts at 6:00 PM, and music starts at 7:00 PM. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the show. (www.levittsiouxfalls.org)

• Thursday, September 3 – Latin GRAMMY-nominated group, Making Movies, headlines. Opening act: Of the Orchard.
• Friday, September 4 – Caitlin Krisko & The Broadcast. A classic American rock ‘n’ roll band. Opening act: Mike Munson and Mikkel Beckman.
• Saturday, September 5 – Dwayne Dopsie & the Zydeco Hellraisers headline. Opening act: Frankie Torres

September 4 (Friday)…GREATEST SHOW ON H2O…7PM at Catfish Bay Water Ski Park, just off I-90 and N. Cliff Ave. One of the top summer attractions in Sioux Falls. See amazing water-skiing tricks, stunts, and a funny, family-friendly stage show. Online advance general admission tickets are $17 for adults, $16 for seniors 65-plus, $15 for kids 4-12. (Reserved seating and gate/walk up admission prices are higher. www.catfishbay.com

September 5 (Saturday)…HARTFORD FARMERS MARKET…8:00AM-12:00PM at Jordan Park near the Hartford Rec Center. Free admission. You’ll find seasonal fruits and vegetables, flowers, bakery items, honey, organic eggs, bread goods, arts and crafts, and more. (http://www.hartfordareachamber.org)

September 5 (Saturday)…FALLS PARK FARMERS MARKET…The Market runs Saturdays from 8am- 1pm at the Falls Park picnic shelter. You’ll find fresh flowers, vegetables, meat, baked goods, and more. Have a cup of coffee and enjoy a slice of breakfast pizza. Stick around and have lunch and dessert. Live music every week. (https://www.fallsparkfarmersmarket.com/)

September 5 (Saturday)…BRANDON FARMERS MARKET…9:00AM-1:00PM at 925 N. Splitrock Blvd in Brandon. You might find apples, fresh produce, local meats, farm fresh eggs, honey, baked goods, wine, handmade gifts, and more. (http://www.brandonsdfarmersmarket.com/)

September 5, 6, and Labor Day Monday (Saturday, Sunday, Monday)… SIOUX FALLS CANARIES BASEBALL…At the Birdcage, 1001 N. West Avenue. The final games of the regular season. The Canaries host the Lincoln Saltdogs. First pitch at 5:35PM Saturday. Sunday’s game time is 4:05PM. Labor Day Monday, it’s Fan Appreciation Day. First pitch at 11:05AM. (www.sfcanaries.com)

September 6 (Sunday)...LifeLight Festival returns to Sioux Falls at Nelson Park starting at 12 noon. Come early for food trucks, vendors, the kids area, inflatables, live action sports and more, then stick around for a full day of music, stories and the hope of Jesus on the Main Stage. This year’s show features ‘Duck Dynasty’ Star Willie Robertson, and the festival is FREE! (lifelight.org/sioux-falls-info/)

September 7 (Monday)…GREATEST SHOW ON H2O…It’s the final show of the season and a Labor Day celebration. 2PM at Catfish Bay Water Ski Park, just off I-90 and N. Cliff Ave. One of the top summer attractions in Sioux Falls. See amazing water-skiing tricks, stunts, and a funny, family-friendly stage show. Online advance general admission tickets are $17 for adults, $16 for seniors 65-plus, $15 for kids 4-12. (Reserved seating and gate/walk up admission prices are higher. (www.catfishbay.com)

September 10 (Thursday)…LAKE LORRAINE FARMERS MARKET…4:00-6:30PM on the east side of the lake between Hobby Lobby and Dave & Buster’s. You’ll find vegetables and microgreens, baked goods and sweet treats, meat, eggs, sauces and salsas, flowers, plants, seedlings, food trucks, and more. (www.lakelorrainesiouxfalls.com)

September 10, 11, 12 (Thurs, Fri, Sat)…LEVITT AT THE FALLS…Last weekend. Putting the wrap on another 50 free summer concerts at the Levitt Shell at Falls Park West. Check out the food and beverage vendors. Happy hour starts at 6:00 PM, and music starts at 7:00 PM. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the show. (www.levittsiouxfalls.org)

• Thursday, September 10 – Parker Barrow headlines, performing blues, classic rock, and modern Southern songs. Opening act: Thought Patrol.
• Friday, September 11 – Chicago indie rock quintet, The Back Alley Band, headlines. Opening act: Daniel Brunz
• Saturday, September 12 – Gizzea headlines the night. They’re known for their high-energy reggae performances and island-inspired sound. Opening act: Edem Soul Music.

September 12 (Saturday)...THIS IS THE WAY FOUNDATION’S MANDALORIAN CORN MAZE…Noon-9:00 PM, 26086 484th Ave, Valley Springs. The day will include a Mandalorian-themed corn maze, pulled pork meal, bouncy houses, silent auction, cold brews, treats, and more! Proceeds from the event benefit the This Is The Way Foundation and their mission to honor Spencer Thorsland’s legacy while supporting the fight against pediatric cancer. (https://www.thisisthewayfoundation.org/)

September 12 (Saturday)…FALLS PARK FARMERS MARKET…The Market runs Saturdays from 8am-1pm at the Falls Park picnic shelter. You’ll find fresh flowers, vegetables, meat, baked goods, and more. Have a cup of coffee and enjoy a slice of breakfast pizza. Stick around and have lunch and dessert. Live music every week. (https://www.fallsparkfarmersmarket.com/)

September 12 (Saturday)…HARTFORD FARMERS MARKET…8:00AM-12:00PM at Jordan Park near the Hartford Rec Center. Free admission. You’ll find seasonal fruits and vegetables, flowers, bakery items, honey, organic eggs, bread goods, arts and crafts, and more. (http://www.hartfordareachamber.org)

September 12 (Saturday)…BRANDON FARMERS MARKET…9:00AM-1:00PM at 925 N. Splitrock Blvd in Brandon. You might find apples, fresh produce, local meats, farm fresh eggs, honey, baked goods, wine, handmade gifts, and more. (http://www.brandonsdfarmersmarket.com/)

September 17 (Thursday)…LAKE LORRAINE FARMERS MARKET…4:00-6:30PM on the east side of the lake between Hobby Lobby and Dave & Buster’s. You’ll find vegetables and microgreens, baked goods and sweet treats, meat, eggs, sauces and salsas, flowers, plants, seedlings, food trucks, and more. (www.lakelorrainesiouxfalls.com)

September 18 (Friday)…SIOUX FALLS MUNICIPAL BAND PRESENTS: BRASS QUINTET…6:30PM at Veteran’s Memorial Park. An evening of bright, powerful brass music. Free admission. (605-367-6000 https://www.washingtonpavilion.org/event/sioux-falls-municipal-band-presents-brass-quintet-3/)

September 19 (Saturday)…BRANDON FARMERS MARKET…9:00AM-1:00PM at 925 N. Splitrock Blvd in Brandon. You might find apples, fresh produce, local meats, farm fresh eggs, honey, baked goods, wine, handmade gifts and more. (http://www.brandonsdfarmersmarket.com/)

September 19 (Saturday)…FALLS PARK FARMERS MARKET…The Market runs Saturdays from 8am-1pm at the Falls Park picnic shelter. You’ll find fresh flowers, vegetables, meat, baked goods, and more. Have a cup of coffee and enjoy a slice of breakfast pizza. Stick around and have lunch and dessert. Live music every week. (https://www.fallsparkfarmersmarket.com/)

September 19 (Saturday)…HARTFORD FARMERS MARKET…8:00AM-12:00PM at Jordan Park near the Hartford Rec Center. Free admission. You’ll find seasonal fruits and vegetables, flowers, bakery items, honey, organic eggs, bread goods, arts and crafts, and more. (http://www.hartfordareachamber.org)

September 20 (Sunday)…DIGNITY’S – OF EARTH & SKY SCULPTURE 10-YEAR ANNIVERSARY…Dignity has stood overlooking the Missouri River, honoring cultures, welcoming travelers, and enduring the strength of the Lakota, Dakota, and Nakota people. 10:00AM-2:00PM at the Dignity site, where there will be speeches and live entertainment. Lunch will follow at the South Dakota Hall of Fame. (Search Dignity – Of Earth & Sky – Sculpture on Facebook. Reservations are required to attend the lunch. Call 605-234-4216

September 20th (Sunday)....Sioux Falls Marathon….powered by Sioux Falls Sports Authority…Runners across the Sioux Empire and nation will compete in Full and Half marathon and the Miracle 5K races. Full starts at 6:45 AM, Half at 7 AM, and 5K at 10:15 AM…Expo & Packet Up for Runners will be Saturday, September 19th at the Sanford Pentagon from 10 AM until 4 PM and it’s free (https://www.siouxfallsmarathon.com/) 

September 24 (Thursday)…LAKE LORRAINE FARMERS MARKET…4:00-7:00PM on the east side of the lake between Hobby Lobby and Dave & Buster’s. You’ll find vegetables and microgreens, baked goods and sweet treats, meat, eggs, sauces and salsas, flowers, plants, seedlings, food trucks, and more. (www.lakelorrainesiouxfalls.com)

September 26 (Saturday)…BRANDON FARMERS MARKET…9:00AM-1:00PM at 925 N. Splitrock Blvd in Brandon. You might find apples, fresh produce, local meats, farm fresh eggs, honey, baked goods, wine, handmade gifts and more. (http://www.brandonsdfarmersmarket.com/)

September 26 (Saturday)…HARTFORD FARMERS MARKET…8:00AM-12:00PM at Jordan Park near the Hartford Rec Center. Free admission. You’ll find seasonal fruits and vegetables, flowers, bakery items, honey, organic eggs, bread goods, arts and crafts, and more. (http://www.hartfordareachamber.org)

September 26 (Saturday)…FALLS PARK FARMERS MARKET…The Market runs Saturdays from 8am-1pm at the Falls Park picnic shelter. You’ll find fresh flowers, vegetables, meat, baked goods, and more. Have a cup of coffee and enjoy a slice of breakfast pizza. Stick around and have lunch and dessert. Live music every week. (https://www.fallsparkfarmersmarket.com/)

October 1 (Thursday)…LAKE LORRAINE FARMERS MARKET…4:00-6:30PM on the east side of the lake between Hobby Lobby and Dave & Buster’s. You’ll find vegetables and microgreens, baked goods and sweet treats, meat, eggs, sauces and salsas, flowers, plants, seedlings, food trucks, and more. (www.lakelorrainesiouxfalls.com)

October 3 (Saturday)…BRANDON FARMERS MARKET…9:00AM-1:00PM at 925 N. Splitrock Blvd in Brandon. You might find apples, fresh produce, local meats, farm fresh eggs, honey, baked goods, wine, handmade gifts, and more. (http://www.brandonsdfarmersmarket.com/)

October 3 (Saturday)…FALLS PARK FARMERS MARKET…The Market runs Saturdays from 8am- 1pm at the Falls Park picnic shelter. You’ll find fresh flowers, vegetables, meat, baked goods, and more. Have a cup of coffee and enjoy a slice of breakfast pizza. Stick around and have lunch and dessert. Live music every week. (https://www.fallsparkfarmersmarket.com/)

October 3 (Saturday)…HARTFORD FARMERS MARKET…8:00AM-12:00PM at Jordan Park near the Hartford Rec Center. Free admission. You’ll find seasonal fruits and vegetables, flowers, bakery items, honey, organic eggs, bread goods, arts and crafts, and more. (http://www.hartfordareachamber.org)

October 8 (Thursday)…LAKE LORRAINE FARMERS MARKET…4:00-6:30PM on the east side of the lake between Hobby Lobby and Dave & Buster’s. You’ll find vegetables and microgreens, baked goods and sweet treats, meat, eggs, sauces and salsas, flowers, plants, seedlings, food trucks, and more. (www.lakelorrainesiouxfalls.com)

October 10 (Saturday)…BRANDON FARMERS MARKET…9:00AM-1:00PM at 925 N. Splitrock Blvd in Brandon. You might find apples, fresh produce, local meats, farm fresh eggs, honey, baked goods, wine, handmade gifts, and more. (http://www.brandonsdfarmersmarket.com/)

October 10 (Saturday)…FALLS PARK FARMERS MARKET…The Market runs Saturdays from 8am-1pm at the Falls Park picnic shelter. You’ll find fresh flowers, vegetables, meat, baked goods, and more. Have a cup of coffee and enjoy a slice of breakfast pizza. Stick around and have lunch and dessert. Live music every week. (https://www.fallsparkfarmersmarket.com/)

October 10 (Saturday)…HARTFORD FARMERS MARKET…8:00AM-12:00PM at Jordan Park near the Hartford Rec Center. Free admission. You’ll find seasonal fruits and vegetables, flowers, bakery items, honey, organic eggs, bread goods, arts and crafts, and more. (http://www.hartfordareachamber.org)

October 15 (Thursday)…LAKE LORRAINE FARMERS MARKET…4:00-6:30PM on the east side of the lake between Hobby Lobby and Dave & Buster’s. You’ll find vegetables and microgreens, baked goods and sweet treats, meat, eggs, sauces and salsas, flowers, plants, seedlings, food trucks, and more. (www.lakelorrainesiouxfalls.com)

October 17 (Saturday)…BRANDON FARMERS MARKET…9:00AM-1:00PM at 925 N. Splitrock Blvd in Brandon. You might find apples, fresh produce, local meats, farm fresh eggs, honey, baked goods, wine, handmade gifts, and more. (http://www.brandonsdfarmersmarket.com/)

October 17 (Saturday)…HARTFORD FARMERS MARKET…8:00AM-12:00PM at Jordan Park near the Hartford Rec Center. Free admission. You’ll find seasonal fruits and vegetables, flowers, bakery items, honey, organic eggs, bread goods, arts and crafts, and more. (http://www.hartfordareachamber.org)

October 17 (Saturday)…FALLS PARK FARMERS MARKET…The Market runs Saturdays from 8am-1pm at the Falls Park picnic shelter. You’ll find fresh flowers, vegetables, meat, baked goods, and more. Have a cup of coffee and enjoy a slice of breakfast pizza. Stick around and have lunch and dessert. Live music every week. (https://www.fallsparkfarmersmarket.com/)

October 22 (Thursday)…LAKE LORRAINE FARMERS MARKET…4:00-6:30PM on the east side of the lake between Hobby Lobby and Dave & Buster’s. You’ll find vegetables and microgreens, baked goods and sweet treats, meat, eggs, sauces and salsas, flowers, plants, seedlings, food trucks, and more. (www.lakelorrainesiouxfalls.com)

October 24 (Saturday)…BRANDON FARMERS MARKET…9:00AM-1:00PM at 925 N. Splitrock Blvd in Brandon. You might find apples, fresh produce, local meats, farm-fresh eggs, honey, baked goods, wine, handmade gifts, and more. (http://www.brandonsdfarmersmarket.com/)

October 24 (Saturday)…FALLS PARK FARMERS MARKET…The Market runs Saturdays from 8am-1pm at the Falls Park picnic shelter. You’ll find fresh flowers, vegetables, meat, baked goods, and more. Have a cup of coffee and enjoy a slice of breakfast pizza. Stick around and have lunch and dessert. Live music every week. (https://www.fallsparkfarmersmarket.com/)

October 24 (Saturday)…HARTFORD FARMERS MARKET…8:00AM-12:00PM at Jordan Park near the Hartford Rec Center. Free admission. You’ll find seasonal fruits and vegetables, flowers, bakery items, honey, organic eggs, bread goods, arts and crafts, and more. (http://www.hartfordareachamber.org) 

October 29 (Thursday)…LAKE LORRAINE FARMERS MARKET…4:00-6:30PM on the east side of the lake between Hobby Lobby and Dave & Buster’s. You’ll find vegetables and microgreens, baked goods and sweet treats, meat, eggs, sauces and salsas, flowers, plants, seedlings, food trucks, and more. (www.lakelorrainesiouxfalls.com)

October 31 (Saturday)…BRANDON FARMERS MARKET…9:00AM-1:00PM at 925 N. Splitrock Blvd in Brandon. You might find apples, fresh produce, local meats, farm fresh eggs, honey, baked goods, wine, handmade gifts, and more. (http://www.brandonsdfarmersmarket.com/)

October 31 (Saturday)…HARTFORD FARMERS MARKET…8:00AM-12:00PM at Jordan Park near the Hartford Rec Center. Free admission. You’ll find seasonal fruits and vegetables, flowers, bakery items, honey, organic eggs, bread goods, arts and crafts, and more. (http://www.hartfordareachamber.org)

October 31 (Saturday)…FALLS PARK FARMERS MARKET…The Market runs Saturdays from 8am-1pm at the Falls Park picnic shelter. You’ll find fresh flowers, vegetables, meat, baked goods, and more. Have a cup of coffee and enjoy a slice of breakfast pizza. Stick around and have lunch and dessert. Live music every week. (https://www.fallsparkfarmersmarket.com/)

December 4, 5, 6 (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)...DISNEY ON ICE: FIND YOUR HERO…Denny Sanford Premier Center. Featuring characters from Encanto, Moana, and Frozen. Hosted by Mickey and Friends, the production brings favorite Disney stories to life through skating and music. There are also appearances from Ariel (The Little Mermaid), Belle (Beauty & The Beast), Rapunzel, and Stitch (Lilo & Stitch). 12/4: 7:00 PM; 12/5: 10:00 AM, 2:00 PM, 6:00 PM; 12/6: 1:00 PM, 5:00 PM (https://www.dennysanfordpremiercenter.com/)

December 12 (Saturday)...Jonas Brothers at the Denny Sanford PREMIER Center. The Jonas Brothers are taking fans back to the beginning with “The Burning Up Tour: All Over Again.” This will mark the first visit to South Dakota for the band. Showtime is at 7:30 PM (https://www.dennysanfordpremiercenter.com/)

FAMILY FUN THINGS TO DO IN SIOUX FALLS:

OUTDOOR CAMPUS…at 4500 S. Oxbow Avenue in Sertoma Park. Enjoy hands-on experiences in hunting, fishing, outdoor skills, and conservation science. Free educational classes for youth, adults, and families are held throughout the year. Visitors can explore indoor exhibits, an outdoor playscape, and over 2 miles of trails for walking and cross-country skiing. Hours are 8 am- 5 pm Monday-Friday, 10 am-4 pm Saturday, and closed on Sundays and state holidays. (https://gfp.sd.gov/toc-east/)

(Wednesdays-Sundays)…SIOUX FALLS STATE THEATER…Experience the restored State Theater in downtown Sioux Falls with comfortable recliners with a table, fantastic picture quality, and reserved seating. See this week’s movies and showtimes on our website. (https://siouxfallsstatetheatre.org/)

STOCKYARDS AG EXPERIENCE…Located at Falls Park. The Stockyards Ag Experience will communicate the story of agriculture in our economy and society and showcase its impact on our region. It celebrates the past, present, and future of agriculture. The Farm to Table exhibit tells the story of how food goes from the farm to your table with dynamic interactive exhibits and informative display panels.   (https://www.stockyardsagexperience.org/)