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America the Beautiful: Free Admission1.9 mi

America the Beautiful: Free Admission

Wednesday · All day · runs through Nov 20

Sweetman Planetarium · Sioux Falls · 1.9 mi

FREEAll agesFestivals

Nov. 11–20 | Sweetman Planetarium Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with free admission to America the Beautiful at the Sweetman Planetarium Nov. 11–20. Narrated by Emmy Award-winning actor Kelsey Grammer, this sweeping giant-screen experience takes audiences on a breathtaking journey from sea to shining sea. Travel across soaring mountains, expansive plains, surprising deserts, flowing rivers and wetlands while discovering the conservation efforts that have helped protect these remarkable places for generations. Released nationwide Nov. 11 in celebration of the United States’ 250th anniversary, America the Beautiful brings the country’s natural beauty and legacy to life on the Sweetman Planetarium’s 60-foot domed screen. Free admission applies to America the Beautiful presentations only. Showtime: 12 p.m. & 4 p.m. Rated G — Recommended for all ages

Author Fair 20260.7 mi

Author Fair 2026

Saturday · All day

· Sioux Falls · 0.7 mi

FREEAll agesFestivals

Author Fair 2026 14 Nov 2026 Local authors will present panel discussions on the writing process, publishing, and inspiration for aspiring writers. Oak View Branch, 3700 E 3rd St, Sioux Falls, SD, Sioux Falls 57103 Tagged as: , Adult , Oak View Branch

NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet1.9 mi

NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet

Wed, Dec 2 · All day

Mary W. Sommervold Hall · Sioux Falls · 1.9 mi

FREEAll agesSeasonal

Make this the Christmas they’ll never forget with NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet. Experience the largest Nutcracker production in North America — a breathtaking holiday spectacle featuring world-class international dancers, gravity-defying acrobatics, magnificent costumes, and towering puppets. Set to Tchaikovsky’s iconic score, this grand production transforms the stage into an unforgettable celebration of the season — one your family will treasure for years to come.

An Irish Christmas with Rend Collective Presented by Thrivent1.9 mi

An Irish Christmas with Rend Collective Presented by Thrivent

Fri, Dec 4 · All day

Mary W. Sommervold Hall · Sioux Falls · 1.9 mi

FREEAll agesSeasonal

The Rend Collective Concert at the Washington Pavilion on 12/4 is currently SOLD OUT. We are working to release additional tickets soon. Sign up to be notified if additional tickets are available. https://sf-rend.hive-pages.com/christmas Rend Collective brings an evening of Irish Christmas celebration this December —timeless songs of the season, beloved anthems and the joy and warmth this band is known for. It’s a night to gather with family and friends and be reminded of what Christmas is all about. This event is General Admission seating

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