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Ring in the New Year in Downtown Sioux Falls

Posted on by Jared Indahl

Say goodbye to 2020 and hello to 2021 with special events and promotions from downtown small businesses!

New Year’s Eve Events:

New Year’s Eve Specials:

 

13 Reasons You Should Spend Valentine’s Day in Downtown Sioux Falls

Posted on by Charlee Riker

This list is from 2020. Click here for the current 2021 list.

It’s never too early to start planning for a very special day celebrating all kinds of love and we want to help you with yours!  Whether your celebration involves a significant other, a group of best friends, the kids, or yourself; here are 13 reasons to spend your Valentine’s Day in downtown Sioux Falls.

Many of these Valentine’s Day deals and events occur throughout the week of Valentine’s Day.  Enjoy free downtown parking after 5:00pm and weekends.

1. Experience the classic romantic dinner date with your sweetheart. (Please call ahead to make reservations!)

 

2. Bundle up for an outdoor concert and shopping at Jones421 
3. Valentines Day presents. Need we say more? 
4. Let your inner artist shine
5. Attend the theater
6. Dance the night away 
7. There’s plenty of live music
8. You can let the bubbly flow 
9. Celebrate the day of love with the kids  
10. There’s plenty of places for a special “Stay-cation”
11. Learn a new cooking skill
12. Surprise your loved one with a Singing or Candy Gram while supporting a local non-profit
13. Doing the day solo or not a fan of the holiday?  Downtown is still the place for you!

 

Find more downtown events at dtsf.com/events

 

Cover photo credit: Heidi Hansen

Everything You Need to Know About the 7th Annual Downtown Burger Battle

Posted on by Charlee Riker

Prepare your tastebuds for battle with the 7th Annual Downtown Burger Battle! DTSF and the South Dakota Cattlemen’s Foundation kicks off January 2, 2020 and continues through January 31, 2020. A record number of participating downtown restaurants will compete by presenting their take on the classic American burger.

Diners can order and rate each burger feature based on patty, presentation, toppings, bun, and customer service. The restaurant with the highest average score by the end of the month will be the 2020 Burger Battle Champion. New this year, voting will take place on the DTSF Digital Passport. After voting, diners will earn stamps, points, and share their progress to social media.

“Bringing the community back together after the holidays to experience the downtown area in a different way is so important to these small businesses and specifically restaurants.  This year’s Burger Battle is coming back better than ever with more burgers, giveaways and the highly-anticipated DTSF Digital Passport.” said DTSF Marketing & Communication Coordinator Sadie Swier

The sixteen restaurants participating are: 

Diners can also enter a weekly restaurant gift card drawing by posting a photo of features to Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram, tagging the restaurant name and using the hashtag #BurgerBattle20.

In 2019, 8,123 burgers were sold and rated from twelve downtown restaurants.  Learn more about last year’s Burger Battle here.

Find burger contender names and descriptions at https://dtsf.com/event/7th-annual-downtown-burger-battle/.

Celebrate the New Year in Downtown Sioux Falls

Posted on by Charlee Riker

For 2021 New Year’s Eve events and promotions, visit the 2021 NYE page

There’s no better way to ring in the new year than in downtown Sioux Falls. So break out the noisemakers and bubbly because many small businesses are celebrating with special events and holiday hours on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day.

NYE Events:

DTSF Businesses Open New Year’s Eve:

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DTSF Businesses Open New Year’s Day:

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The public is strongly encouraged to make arrangements for safe transportation. AAA members and nonmembers can call 1-800-222-4357 for a free service through Tipsy Tow, Uber and Lyft can be accessed with any mobile device.

Spend Your Labor Day Weekend in Downtown Sioux Falls

Posted on by Charlee Riker
Celebrate the dog days of summer this Labor Day weekend in downtown Sioux Falls, with events and activities for everyone to enjoy, from Thursday through Monday. Take advantage of FREE downtown parking all weekend (yep, that means Monday too) and plan your Labor Day weekend in downtown Sioux Falls with the following events and updated store hours in mind!

 

Thursday, Aug. 30

 

Friday, Aug. 31

 

Saturday, Sept. 1

 

Monday, Sept. 3

 

Daily

 

DTSF Sales & Holiday Hours:

Top 10 things to do on the Big Sioux River

Posted on by Charlee Riker

The Big Sioux River, or BSR, is synonymous with Sioux Falls (of course the shared name helps).  You can see it wind and twist throughout the city, and the most your interaction is with the BSR is the view from your car over 10th and 11th street bridges.  When it comes to the BSR, there’s no place in the city that celebrates it better than downtown Sioux Falls.  From live music, dining, and outdoors activities, there’s something for river-visitors of all ages. If you’re ready to experience the BSR, check out these 10 Things to Do on The Big Sioux River.

 

10. Kayak & Canoe

You’ll always see people enjoying this aquatic transportation on the BSR.  Need a kayak or canoe?  Rentals are available at Nyberg’s Ace.  Need a place to drop-off/pick-up? Check out at this map.

 

9. Yoga on the Water

Not only will you tap into your flow and sculpt your body, but it’s for a great cause!  This popular event takes place outdoors with a sunset view of the BSR and all donations go to the March of Dimes NICU Family Support Program.

 

8. Downtown Riverfest

The annual “party on the river” is a classic downtown event with live music, food trucks, canoe rides, fireworks and more.  You still have time to attend this year’s event August 18.  Click here for the 2018 Riverfest Guide.

 

7. Become a “Friend” of the BSR

Do you want to make a difference?  You can help be the change by becoming a friend of the BSR.  This organization creates awareness and unites the community to help the keep the BSR clean.

 

6. Dine

Enjoy not one, not two, but three classy and casual eateries right on the banks of the BSR!  Ode to Food & Drink, CRAVE, and Falls Landing include patio spaces and delicious menus that make for a unique downtown dining experience.

 

5. Animals on the Ampitheater

The Great Plains Zoo brings animals to the river with fun for the whole family!  With an educational and entertaining presentation, Animals on the Ampitheater makes for a great way to get to know the BSR.

 

4. The BSR Recreation Trail and Greenway

If the downtown area of the BSR wasn’t enough, there’s 29 miles of a paved bike trail to see much, much more.  Walk, job, bike, or rollerblade this year-round outdoor enjoyment.

 

3. Big Sioux River Greenway Cleanup

Do good and make the BSR better by participating in the annual Big Sioux River Greenway Cleanup.  This event happens one day in April to honor Earth Day.  Check out the details from last year’s cleanup here. 

 

2. Moonlight Movies

This event has all the right ingredients for a perfect summer night with the family: movies, popcorn, outdoors, and the BSR!  Just grab the kids and come out Saturday nights to Fawick Park. Learn more about movies this summer.

 

1. Rhythm on the River

Head down to the Downtown Riverfront Amphitheater Wednesday nights for live local jazz outdoors with a backdrop of the BSR.

 

The BSR represents endless possibilities to the city of Sioux Falls and Downtown Sioux Falls wants you to come help us celebrate with these Top 10 things to do on the Big Sioux River!