The SDSYO enhances young musicians’ talents in an inspiring and education group setting. Through participation, students build leadership skills, develop musical talents, and create lasting friendships. The SDSYO encourages these students to enjoy a life of active engagement in the arts. Learn more: South Dakota Symphony Youth Orchestra | Fall Concert Performance date: Sunday, Nov. 22, 2026
Steve Payne and Friends: Home for the Holidays is a locally produced live music experience featuring classic hits, contemporary favorites, and timeless holiday tunes. Hosted by local guitarist Steve Payne, this one-night-only performance is the perfect way to kick off your holiday season. Steve will be joined by an outstanding lineup of local musicians, including George Gongopoulos on drums, Tom Likely on bass, and featuring vocal performances by Elijah Bonde, Kristy Bonde, Maren Engel, Wade Gemar, Rachael Payne, and Hailey Schmidt. Whether you’re looking to enjoy your favorite songs, celebrate with family and friends, or simply experience an evening of exceptional live music, Steve Payne and Friends: Home for the Holidays promises a memorable night of local talent and holiday spirit.
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
December 5 & 6 / 10 am-5 pm Celebrate the magic of winter at Winterfest! Join us at our Great Plains Zoo campus for two days of festive fun! Enjoy activities included with general admission and memberships, including photo-ops, a winter-themed door hanger craft, Creature Features, and activity stations. You can also find Santa strolling through the Zoo on Sunday afternoon! Special Saturday Event : Purchase an additional ticket to join Santa for a special storytime on December 5! Space is limited, and participating children will receive a gift bag. Santa storytime is not included with general admission or memberships. A separate ticket may be purchased here or by clicking the button below. Winterfest Schedule (Both days) 11 am: Creature Feature 12 pm: Activity Station 1:15 pm: Creature Feature 2 pm: Lion Keeper Chat 3 pm: Activity Station Storytime With Santa Tickets <path d="M14.7,1.3c-0.4-0.4-1-0.4-1.4,0L8,6.6L2.7,1.3
Bring your family and friends for this holiday tradition of heartwarming and jovial Christmas classics. Returning is soprano Meredith Lustig, who made her first appearance with the SDSO as Beret Hansa in the opera revival, “Giants in the Earth”. Meredith’s breathtaking vocals, the power of the South Dakota Symphony Chorus and your holiday favorites plus a sing-along are sure to light up your Christmas spirit! Learn more: Christmas with the Symphony: Tis the Season | South Dakota Symphony Orchestra Performance date: Saturday, Dec. 12- Sunday, Dec. 13, 2026
Celebrate the holidays with A CHRISTMAS STORY, THE MUSICAL at the Washington Pavilion in Sioux Falls Dec. 18–20. Based on the beloved holiday film, this heartwarming Broadway musical brings Ralphie Parker’s unforgettable Christmas wish to life on stage with humor, nostalgia and festive fun for the whole family. From the songwriting team behind the smash hit Tony Award-winning musical Dear Evan Hansen and the critically-acclaimed films La La Land and The Greatest Showman, A CHRISTMAS STORY, THE MUSICAL, brings the classic 1983 movie to hilarious life on stage! Set in 1940s Indiana, a young and bespectacled Ralphie Parker schemes his way toward the holiday gift of his dreams, an official Red Ryder® Carbine-Action 200-Shot Range Model Air Rifle. An infamous leg lamp, outrageous pink bunny pajamas, a maniacal department store Santa, and a triple-dog dare to lick a freezing flagpole are just a few of the distractions that stand between Ralphie and his Christmas wish. Nominated for three 2013 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, the Associated Press calls A CHRISTMAS STORY, THE MUSICAL “a joyous Christmas miracle,” while The New York Times writes “I was dazzled. You’d have to have a Grinch-sized heart not to feel a smile spreading across your face.”
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