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Nov 21, 2025 - Jan 05, 2026 / Winter Wonderland - Sioux Falls
Lights display.
Nov 26, 2025 - Dec 26, 2025 / Christmas at the Capitol - Pierre
Grand lighting ceremony of nearly 100 decorated trees.
Dec 05, 2025 - Dec 07, 2025 / A Laura Ingalls Wilder Christmas - Mitchell
A story of healing that celebrates the importance of family bonds during the holiday.
Dec 01, 2025 - Dec 30, 2025 / Trees and Trains - Hill City
Seasonal displays, model trains, photos with Santa and entertainment.
Nov 29, 2025 - Dec 21, 2025 / Winter Wonderland - Watertown
Each year, starting the weekend after Thanksgiving through Christmas Day (WEEKENDS ONLY) from 6:00pm--9:00pm, Stokes-Thomas Lake City Park is OPEN for drive-through viewing of 60+ lighted displays. Location ...
Dec 05, 2025 - Dec 07, 2025 / The Thanksgiving Play - Pierre
Pierre Players perform.
Dec 01, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025 / Light Up Lead - Lead
Come visit Lead's Winter Wonderland!
The community of Lead lights up for the city-wide holiday lighting contest and everyone is invited to travel the town and see the lights from December 1 ...
Nov 28, 2025 - Jan 04, 2026 / Festival of Trees - Custer
Decorated trees on display. You can view all of the trees set up by community partners and organizations at the Custer State Park Visitor Center throughout the month of December.
Dec 05, 2025 - Dec 06, 2025 / Rapid City Rifle Club Gun Show - Rapid City
Fundraiser and vendors.
Nov 28, 2025 - Dec 09, 2025 / Dinosaurs of Christmas - Belle Fourche
Online event. Auctions for all 12 days.
Dec 05, 2025 - Dec 06, 2025 / Handel's Messiah - Sioux Falls
Featuring the inspiring Hallelujah Chorus, Handel's Messiah returns to usher in the holiday season. Join your South Dakota Symphony Orchestra and Chorus at First Lutheran Church in Sioux Falls for this ...
Nov 15, 2025 - Dec 30, 2025 / Holiday Ho Ho Horseshoes - Deadwood
Purchase a unique Deadwood holiday horseshoe ornament from participating locations to win great prizes!
Nov 27, 2025 - Dec 24, 2025 / Wondrous Windows - Brookings
Storefront display contest.
Dec 05, 2025 - Dec 06, 2025 / Oahe Winter Festival - Pierre
Holiday events, vendors and a visit from Mr. & Mrs. Claus.
Dec 05, 2025 - Dec 06, 2025 / Christmas in the Hills 2025 - Hot Springs
Festivities begin with a city tree lighting ceremony and parade on Friday, a crafters marketplace at the Mueller Center on Saturday, followed by Manger Melodies featuring live entertainment. Contact Rebecca ...
Nov 28, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025 / Mead Museum Hall of Trees - Yankton
The 8th Annual Mead Museum Hall of Trees will feature 80 Christmas trees, uniquely decorated by area businesses and organizations.The public is invited to enjoy 80 beautifully, uniquely decorated Christmas ...
Oct 11, 2025 - Jan 10, 2026 / Nordic Yule Market - Brookings
Step into the magic of the season at our Nordic Yule Market, open October 11 – January 10 at the South Dakota Art Museum Shop! Inspired by traditional Nordic and German holiday markets, this festive ...
Dec 05, 2025 / Parade of Lights - Pierre
Light parade.
Dec 05, 2025 / Festival of Lights - Brookings
Free trolley rides, letter writing to Santa, warm drink stations, festive carolers, and more; culminating with brightly decorated parade floats and the sight of Santa Claus spreading cheer to the ...
Dec 05, 2025 / Christmas at the Depot - Redfield
Nosh on cookies and cider and view the Depot in its Christmas finery.
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