Downtown Sioux Falls Open Streets returns, transforming rotating Downtown blocks into a car-free community playground at the start of each month. On August 7th, Phillips Avenue from 9th to 11th Streets will be OPEN to the people! Open Streets is your invitation to slow down, connect with neighbors, and enjoy the vibrant heart of our […]
Do you like to knit, crochet, needle work, or dabble in any other fiber arts? Come join members from the Crossthreads Fiber Guild at the Old Courthouse Museum for an afternoon of Fiber Fun from 1-4 p.m. Attendees can work on projects, ask for suggestions, and just enjoy the company of fellow fiber friends.
Bring your kids to the Old Courthouse Museum on Tuesday, August 11th for a free craft day from 9-11:30 a.m. and 1-3 p.m. A variety of fun kid’s crafts and materials will be available throughout the day to help kids create this summer. Open to kids preschool through elementary school.
Discover the night sky and explore the constellations at the Starlab Inflatable Planetarium! $2 per person. Ages 5 and up only. Groups of 8 or more, please register in advance at (605) 367-4210. Starlab is a portable planetarium which allows indoor simulation of stars and constellations in the night sky and is for both children […]
Experience Barbie’s story from her iconic beginnings to the blockbuster film that introduced her to a new generation. Start your evening exploring Barbie™: A Cultural Icon Exhibition, where you’ll discover more than 65 years of fashion, culture and inspiration through vintage dolls, immersive displays and unforgettable photo opportunities. Before the movie, walk the Pink Carpet, […]
Learn the Norwegian art of Rosemaling (or decorative painting) by watching Eileen Halverson demonstrate at the Old Courthouse Museum from 1-4 p.m. Stop in any time during the demonstration to observe or ask questions. Throughout the upper-Midwest, Norwegian immigrants brought this style of painting with them as a decoration on trunks and household items. The […]
The urban forest of Sioux Falls is truly a living, breathing postcard that gets more breathtaking every year. The book If Our Trees Could Talk by horticulturist Paul De Jong captures its beauty and shares its history in hopes that all who live here or visit our community can more fully appreciate the towering scenery […]
Enjoy beautiful summer weather while learning about Sioux Falls’ sites you pass by every day! $5 per person over 12 years old, $3 SHM volunteers and Alliance members. Call (605) 367-4210 to register.
From Regional Emmy Award-winning filmmakers Derek Fletcher and James Wolner, Dakota Spotlight: Call Me Shelly is a documentary film inspired by the true crime podcast Dakota Spotlight. Through new interviews, archival materials, and original reporting, the film explores the 1994 disappearance of Michele "Shelly" Julson from Bismarck, North Dakota, revisiting a case that continues to […]
Riverfest 2026 is your invitation to celebrate along the Big Sioux River. Enjoy a free day of live music, food, local vendors, family-friendly activities, and community gathering in the heart of Downtown Sioux Falls. Whether you're coming for the entertainment, the river views, or simply a chance to connect with neighbors and friends, Riverfest is […]
David Aquette has been a household name in Hollywood for over 30 years. The youngest of the Arquette acting dynasty (stretching all the way back to his great-grandparents), David recently reprised his role as Dewey Riley in the relaunch of SCREAM. David is also known for modern classics like BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER, AIRHEADS, JOHNS, […]
Event Overview: Date: Friday, November 27, 2026 Time: 6:00 PM Location: Phillips Avenue – Downtown Sioux Falls Admission: Free and open to the public Event Description: Kick off the holiday season in dazzling style at the 34th Annual First Bank & Trust Parade of Lights, a cherished Downtown Sioux Falls tradition! Gather with friends and family along […]
