Lallycooler Music Fest, election date debates, giraffe feedings, glow-in-the-dark swim, Pop Con fun, riverside yoga flows, and more. 
Happy Tuesday, Sioux Falls. You know the drill – grab your coffee (or whatever you sip in the morning), kick back, and let Sioux Falls Brief serve up everything you need to know for the week ahead:
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Lallycooler Fest 🎶
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Election dates 🗳️
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Zoofari giraffes 🦒
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Things to do 📆
Let’s get to it.
📰 In the news
Outdoor beats await Sioux Falls: The Lallycooler Music Festival will bring country on Friday and pop on Saturday, July 11–12 at Great Bear Ski Valley, with headliners from Sam Hunt to Pitbull — check out the full lineup.
Council considers 2026 election dates: The Sioux Falls City Council unanimously passed two ordinances to pick either June 2 or November 3, 2026 for its municipal elections, with a final vote set for July 8 — read the full story.
Half-million in scholarships granted: More than 100 Sioux Falls area students received over $500,000 in scholarships from local donors and the Community Foundation — read the full story.
College funding: With fall semester approaching, it’s a good time to explore student loan options. Co-signed loans often come with better rates and higher approval odds, and many lenders provide pathways to release co-signers after establishing good payment records — CollegeAve makes the entire process a breeze.
Highlights this week
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Local authors to host writing retreat
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Enjoy food and giraffe feedings at Zoofari 2025
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Unwind with wine and riverside yoga flows
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Win prizes while supporting cancer fundraising efforts
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Got debt? National can help you cut ties
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Shuck it to me: Nothing says coastal charm like briny, ocean-fresh oysters piled high—and Parker’s Bistro isn’t shy about bringing the tide straight to your table.
Two-wheel TLC: Whether you’re dodging potholes or conquering gravel trails, Sioux Falls Bicycle Company keeps your ride rolling smoother than your favorite playlist.
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📆 Around town this week
All events are subject to change without notice. Please check official event pages and social media for the most up to date information.
This week
💦 Glow in the Dark Free Swim @ Frank Olson Pool | Tuesday (6/24) at 8 pm – Dive into a night of glowing chaos at this neon-lit pool party. Free swim, glowing accessories, and summer night vibes are all on deck — no registration needed. Just bring your floaties and your best “I heart the ’90s rave scene” attitude.
🦒 Zoofari @ Great Plains Zoo | Thursday (6/26) at 5 pm – Ever wanted to feed a giraffe with one hand and eat gourmet street food with the other? Now’s your chance. Zoofari is an after-hours, adults-only zoo takeover packed with global eats, up-close animal encounters, and a sneak peek behind the scenes. All proceeds help level up the zoo for future adventures on land, sea, and sky.
✈️ Adventures Unveiled @ Great Outdoor Store | Thursday (6/26) at 6 pm – Hear wild travel tales, discover hidden gems, and get schooled on packing smarter. Whether you’re planning your next big trek or just living vicariously, this local storytelling series is full of inspiration and travel gold.
🕺 Swing Dance Lesson @ Convolo | Thursday (6/26) at 7 pm – Whether you’re flying solo or bringing a partner, this swing class is beginner-friendly and full of good vibes. Learn easy East Coast steps, nail some slick turns, and maybe even pull off a dip or two. Come curious, leave groovin’.
🏓 2nd Annual Pickle Pickleball Tournament @ Avera Performance Center | Friday (6/27) at 8 am – Serve, smash, repeat. Day one of this three-day pickleball showdown features singles and skinny singles across all levels. Bonus: winners snag Chick-fil-A meals and swag. Early birds hit the courts, and the dinks are serious.
🎶 Carl Tosten Concert @ J. Rieck Music | Friday (6/27) at 7:30 pm – Acoustic soul meets lyrical depth in this intimate show with genre-bending artist Carl Tosten. Expect fingerstyle guitar wizardry, a few philosophical musings, and that feeling you get when a song hits a little too close to home. Free and open to all.
This weekend
🦸 605 Pop Culture Con @ Sioux Falls Convention Center | Saturday (6/28) at 9 am – Geek out for a good cause at this all-ages, star-studded celebration of everything fandom. From celebrity photo ops to cosplay contests and rare collectibles, 605 Pop Con is two days of full-throttle nerd joy—all while raising funds for pediatric cancer research.
🎨 Falls Art Market – June @ Falls Art Market | Saturday (6/28) at 9:30 am – Start your Saturday strolling through original works, live music, and creative kid-run booths at this easygoing outdoor market just steps from the Levitt. Jon VanTran Trio provides the soundtrack, while you browse bronze print workshops and artsy finds under the sun.
🎤 Soulcrate @ Levitt at the Falls | Saturday (6/28) at 7 pm – Midwest hip-hop icons Soulcrate bring their gritty beats and magnetic live energy to the Levitt stage for a free night of real-deal rhymes and underground swagger. With a full lineup of local support acts, food trucks, and JJ’s pouring drinks, this one’s basically Sioux Falls summer distilled into music form. Lawn chairs welcome. Coolers optional. Vibes guaranteed.
🌿 Grand Opening Party @ Alchemy House | Sunday (6/29) at 10 am – Step into serenity at the grand opening of Alchemy House, Sioux Falls’ newest hub for soulful self-care. From morning sound baths to foot detoxes, mocktails, and mini healing sessions, this all-day wellness fest is your ticket to deep vibes and clean energy. Come as you are, leave completely alchemized.
🎶 Live music & entertainment
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6/24 Landon Weis @ Golf Addiction – 5:30 pm
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6/24 Weekly Tuesday Comedy Open Mic-on @ Icon’s Annex – 7 pm
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6/24 The Heinous @ DaDa Gastropub – 8 pm
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6/25 Writers in the Round ft. Janice Gilbert and more @ Trio Jazz Club – 6:30 pm
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6/25 Larry Brinkman Stand-up Comedy Contest @ The Club 224 – 8 pm
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6/26 Juliet Motel @ Levitt at the Falls – 7 pm
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6/26 Tyler Cunningham @ Wiley’s Downtown – 7 pm
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6/26 The Local Honeys and more @ The Den – 8 pm
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