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Dec 18, 2025 - Dec 21, 2025 / Christmas at the Cathedral - Sioux Falls

Join us for the 29th Annual Christmas at the Cathedral, a beloved Sioux Falls tradition. Experience the season's magic through this year's performance, which tells the story of Simeon and Anna with captivating ...

Join us for the 29th Annual Christmas at the Cathedral, a beloved Sioux Falls tradition. Experience the season's magic through this year's performance, which tells the story of Simeon and Anna with captivating music and a breathtaking atmosphere. Proceeds benefit the Bishop Dudley Hospitality House and the Cathedral of St. Joseph.

Cathedral of St. Joseph
Cathedral of St. Joseph 57104 521 N Duluth Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57104

Dec 18, 2025 - Dec 21, 2025 / Christmas at the Cathedral - Sioux Falls

29th Annual Christmas at the Cathedral Experience the Christmas story brought to life through inspiring performances and an incredible choir and orchestra.

29th Annual Christmas at the Cathedral Experience the Christmas story brought to life through inspiring performances and an incredible choir and orchestra.

Cathedral of St. Joseph
Cathedral of St. Joseph 57104 521 N Duluth Ave, Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57104

Dec 18, 2025 / Meet Santa at the Nordic Yule Market - Brookings

Meet Santa at the Nordic Yule Market at the South Dakota Art Museum Shop on Thursday, December 18th from 5 - 7. Santa is stopping by the Nordic Yule Market! Bring your wish lists and holiday spirit for ...

Meet Santa at the Nordic Yule Market at the South Dakota Art Museum Shop on Thursday, December 18th from 5 - 7. Santa is stopping by the Nordic Yule Market! Bring your wish lists and holiday spirit for a family fun evening. Kids (of all ages!) can meet Santa and share their Holiday wishes while exploring unique gifts from Nordic and local artisans. After your visit, have your gifts complimentary wrapped ...
south dakota art museum
south dakota art museum 57007 Medary Avenue & Harvey Dunn Street, Brookings, South Dakota 57007
Last minute Holiday shopping.
Main Street
Main Street 57301 Mitchell, SD 57301

Dec 19, 2025 - Dec 20, 2025 / Inspecting Carol - Spearfish

Community theater performance. Dec. 12-13 at 7pm Dec 14 at 2pm Dec. 16 at 7pm Dec. 19-20 at 7pm Dec. 21 at 2pm

Community theater performance. Dec. 12-13 at 7pm Dec 14 at 2pm Dec. 16 at 7pm Dec. 19-20 at 7pm Dec. 21 at 2pm
Matthews Opera House
Matthews Opera House 57783 612 N Main St, Spearfish, SD 57783

Dec 19, 2025 / Lunar Life: Guided Play - Pierre

Included with admission; Don a spacesuit and take a moon walk through our newest exhibition, Lunar Life: Destination Mars! Super Star volunteers are waiting on standby, ready for launch. Join them to discover ...

Included with admission; Don a spacesuit and take a moon walk through our newest exhibition, Lunar Life: Destination Mars! Super Star volunteers are waiting on standby, ready for launch. Join them to discover all that Lunar Life has to offer, ranging from activities you may have missed on the first visit to deeper explanations of the science behind them! We cannot always guarantee a volunteer can be ...
South Dakota Discovery Center
South Dakota Discovery Center 57501 805 W Sioux Ave, Pierre, SD 57501

Dec 20, 2025 - Dec 21, 2025 / 1880 Train Holiday Express - Hill City

Journey to the North Pole, where Santa waits to get on board. Adults-only cars with spiked hot chocolate available on select days. 

Journey to the North Pole, where Santa waits to get on board. Adults-only cars with spiked hot chocolate available on select days. 
Hill City Station
Hill City Station 57745 222 Railroad Ave. Hill City, SD 57745
Country music concert.
Goss Opera House
Goss Opera House 57201 100 E Kemp Ave Suite A, Watertown, SD 57201
Last-minute Christmas shopping.
various locations
various locations 57747 Hot Springs, SD 57747

Dec 20, 2025 / Gathering of Stars - Pierre

Join the South Dakota Discovery Center at Farm Island Recreation Park for a star party. Sky watchers of all levels are welcome. Bring your own telescope or use one brought by the SDDC. Meet with other ...

Join the South Dakota Discovery Center at Farm Island Recreation Park for a star party. Sky watchers of all levels are welcome. Bring your own telescope or use one brought by the SDDC. Meet with other local sky watchers and learn different ways to enjoy the night sky, from how to find a viewing target to astrophotography with your phone. Astronomy is for everyone; let's explore the sky! All vehicles ...
Farm Island State Recreation Park
Farm Island State Recreation Park 57501 1301 Farm Island Rd, Pierre, SD 57501

Dec 21, 2025 / Inspecting Carol - Spearfish

Community theater performance. Dec. 12-13 at 7pm Dec 14 at 2pm Dec. 16 at 7pm Dec. 19-20 at 7pm Dec. 21 at 2pm

Community theater performance. Dec. 12-13 at 7pm Dec 14 at 2pm Dec. 16 at 7pm Dec. 19-20 at 7pm Dec. 21 at 2pm
Matthews Opera House
Matthews Opera House 57783 612 N Main St, Spearfish, SD 57783

Dec 21, 2025 / Santa Visits Garden Glow - Brookings

Come see Santa at Garden Glow! Admission - FREE

Live Christmas Nativity

Brule County Ag Building
Brule County Ag Building 57370 200 County Road 122, Pukwana, SD 57370

Dec 22, 2025 / Santa Visits Garden Glow - Brookings

Come see Santa at Garden Glow! Admission - FREE

Dec 23, 2025 - Dec 24, 2025 / 1880 Train Holiday Express - Hill City

Journey to the North Pole, where Santa waits to get on board. Adults-only cars with spiked hot chocolate available on select days. 

Journey to the North Pole, where Santa waits to get on board. Adults-only cars with spiked hot chocolate available on select days. 
Hill City Station
Hill City Station 57745 222 Railroad Ave. Hill City, SD 57745
Features hit songs from the original animated series.
Washington Pavilion
Washington Pavilion 57104 301 S. Main Ave, Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57104

Dec 31, 2025 / New Year's Eve - Deadwood

Main Street celebration highlighted by the ball drop above the Historic Franklin Hotel veranda.

Main Street celebration highlighted by the ball drop above the Historic Franklin Hotel veranda.
Franklin Hotel
Franklin Hotel 57732 798 Upper Main St, Deadwood, SD 57732

Dec 31, 2025 / "American to the Heart" - Sioux Falls

Dress in your heartland American jeans/hat or New Year's Eve sparkle to celebrate America250.

Dress in your heartland American jeans/hat or New Year's Eve sparkle to celebrate America250.
El Raid Shrine
El Raid Shrine 510 South Phillips Avenue

Dec 31, 2025 / Cowboys & Aliens - Rapid City

Black Hills Symphony Orchestra performance.

Black Hills Symphony Orchestra performance.
Performing Arts Center
Performing Arts Center 57701 601 Columbus Street, Rapid City, SD 57701

Jan 01, 2026 - Jan 31, 2026 / Downtown Burger Battle - Sioux Falls

Local restaurants compete for the title of Best Burger in DTSF.

Local restaurants compete for the title of Best Burger in DTSF.
Various Locations
Various Locations
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