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title: "6 Upcoming Events & Festivals to Attend"
date: 2021-06-11T09:57:10-05:00
author: Matt Barthel
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Our summers are always full of amazing events and festivals, but here are six that you won't want to miss.

### Downtown Open Streets

[Downtown Sioux Falls Open Streets](https://www.experiencesiouxfalls.com/events/downtown-open-streets) returns again this summer, transforming parts of Phillips Avenue into a car-free community playground the first Friday of May, June, July, and August.

 

 

  

 

 

### Sioux Falls Skedaddle

The [Sioux Falls Skedaddle](https://www.experiencesiouxfalls.com/events/sioux-falls-skedaddle-half-marathon) is a half marathon that is more than just a race—it’s a celebration of community, movement, and momentum in the heart of Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The race will be held on May 17, with the course passing through many scenic parks.

 

 

  

 

 

### 25th Annual Siouxland Renaissance Festival

Travel back in time to the era of nobles and peasants at the [25th Annual Siouxland Renaissance Festival](https://www.experiencesiouxfalls.com/events/25th-annual-siouxland-renaissance-festival), held June 6-7 at the W.H. Lyon Fairgrounds. Experience two days full of renaissance-era activities and entertainment, rain or shine.

 

 

  

 

 

### Sioux Falls Pride Parade & Festival

All are welcome at this family-friendly event! The annual [Sioux Falls Pride Parade](https://www.experiencesiouxfalls.com/events/sioux-falls-pride-parade-festival) will take place in downtown Sioux Falls on June 13. Following the parade, make your way to Yankton Trail Park to continue the celebration.

 

 

  

 

 

### Rock The Country

Returning to Sioux Falls for the second consecutive year is [Rock The Country](https://www.experiencesiouxfalls.com/events/rock-the-country). This two-day outdoor music festival will feature headliners Jelly Roll, Kid Rock, Treaty Oak Revival, Brantley Gilbert, and more at the W.H. Lyon Fairgrounds June 27-28.

### Sioux Falls Independence Day Parade

Celebrate the 4th of July in downtown Sioux Falls for during the [Independence Day Parade](https://www.experiencesiouxfalls.com/events/sioux-falls-independence-day-parade). Come wearing your best patriotic attire and stake out your spot to see the wonderful floats that go by.

 

 

## What Else is Happening?

Find more upcoming events in Sioux Falls using our full calendar.

 

 

 [More Events](https://www.experiencesiouxfalls.com/events)