Upcoming Events
Nov 25, 2025 / Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland - Sioux Falls
A thrilling blend of world-class circus artistry and your favorite holiday music.
Nov 26, 2025 - Dec 26, 2025 / Christmas at the Capitol - Pierre
Grand lighting ceremony of nearly 100 decorated trees.
Nov 26, 2025 - Nov 29, 2025 / Thanksgiving Weekend - Deadwood
Dinner reservations recommended ahead of time.
Nov 26, 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.
Nov 26, 2025 / Lighting Ceremony - Pierre
Annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony.
Nov 27, 2025 - Dec 24, 2025 / Wondrous Windows - Brookings
Storefront display contest.
Nov 27, 2025 / Community Thanksgiving - Groton
Community Thanksgiving dinner.
Nov 28, 2025 - Nov 29, 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.
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.
Nov 28, 2025 - Dec 09, 2025 / Dinosaurs of Christmas - Belle Fourche
Online event. Auctions for all 12 days.
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 ...
Nov 28, 2025 / Parade of Lights - Huron
Celebrate the holiday season with the annual Parade of Lights featuring decorated floats with lights galore. Starts at Market St and Dakota Ave.
Nov 28, 2025 / Annual Parade of Lights - Sioux Falls
Dazzling lighted holiday floats and music will flood downtown The Parade of Lights is the official start to the downtown holiday season!
Nov 28, 2025 / Annual Christmas Tree Lighting - Fort Pierre
Annual Christmas tree lighting. Enjoy wagon rides, caroling and a special appearance by Santa.
Nov 28, 2025 / Crystal Park Light Show - Miller
Tune into 88.5 fm radio station while you drive through the lighted park.
Nov 28, 2025 / Trees and Trains - Hill City
Seasonal displays, model trains, photos with Santa and entertainment.
Nov 28, 2025 / Kris Kringle Vendor Fair - Hill City
Come join us for our vendor fair in the Hill City Middle School Gym.
Nov 28, 2025 / Olde Tyme Christmas Parade - Hill City
Lighted Christmas parade.
Nov 28, 2025 / Snacks with Santa - Hill City
Enjoy snacks with Santa.
Nov 28, 2025 / Roasted Chestnuts & Cider - Hill City
The Alpine Inn in Hill City, South Dakota, serves roasted chestnuts and cider as part of the town't Olde Tyme Christmas event.
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