6 Upcoming Events & Festivals to Attend

Our summers are always full of amazing events and festivals, but here are six that you won't want to miss.

Summer Art & Wine Walk

A block of Phillips Avenue in Downtown Sioux Falls will be closed for traffic and open for pedestrians to enjoy the Summer Art & Wine Walk on August 1. Explore a curated collection of local art, connect with talented creators, and sample fine wines at participating downtown venues.

86th Annual Sioux Empire Fair

The scent of freshly fried corn dogs and funnel cakes will be in the air August 1-9 for the 86th Annual Sioux Empire Fair. Enjoy all your favorite fair food, rides, games, and more. Plus, don't miss the events taking place at the Grandstand.

Four Winds Music & Art Fest

Four Winds Music & Art Fest brings one of the region's largest number of artists to Sioux Falls August 8-9. See a wide range of bands performing at several different venues in Downtown Sioux Falls. Genres include everything from rock to punk, alternative, hip-hop, and more.

605 Made Night Market

Shop unique and locally made products  from vendors during the 605 Made Night Market on August 23 at the corner of 6th Street and Phillips Avenue in Downtown Sioux Falls. This event will feature makers, chefs, and performers.

Fall Festival

The annual Fall Festival at the Country Apple Orchard officially opens for the season August 29-31 and will be open every weekend through the end of October. Enjoy seasonal favorites like apple pie, apple cider, apple picking, pumpkin patch and a wide range of activities for the kids such as a petting zoo, apple cannon range, hay bale maze, kiddie train rides, 90-foot jumping pillows, and much more.

Lifelight Festival

The annual Lifelight Festival on August 31 at Nelson Park will feature a full day celebration of faith, music, and community with a lineup of Christian music artists, speakers, family-friendly entertainment, and more. Artists include We The Kingdom, Anne Wilson, Ben Fuller, and more.