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.

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.

62nd Annual Sidewalk Arts Festival

Shop from over 230 vendors on September 6 during this outdoor market in Downtown Sioux Falls. The Sidewalk Arts Festival will feature local makers selling everything from home decor to canned goods, custom art, and more.

Monster Truck Mania

Monster Truck Mania comes to Sioux Falls for the first time ever on September 6 at the W.H. Lyon Fairgrounds. See these high-flying machines in a dazzling performance. Guests even have the chance to ride in a monster truck!

Sanford International

The PGA TOUR Champions returns to Sioux Falls September 11-14 at the Minnehaha Country Club for the Sanford International where some of the top golfers ages 50+ will be teeing off on the course to compete for the top prize. 

SiouxperCon 2025: A Decade of Dreams

Enjoy the best in pop-culture, fandom, and all things STEAM during the annual SiouxperCon taking place September 19-21 at the Sioux Falls Convention Center. You'll find plenty of vendors selling products, educational seminars, celebrity guests, and much more.