Events in Sioux City today

This is a 36-hole individual stroke play men’s amateur championship with flights based on handicap. The top scorers in the Championship flight will play a final 9, and there are Open and Senior divisions.

Purple Ribbon Beef will be at the Clear Lake Farmers Market in the Surf Ballroom parking lot, a favorite North Iowa tradition featuring locally grown produce, fresh baked goods, handcrafted items, and premium dry aged beef. Their stand offers premium dry aged cuts, easy meal favorites, beef sticks and jerky, tallow products, and other Iowa made favorites. Pre ordering is available for quick pickup at the stand. Enjoy the lake atmosphere while supporting local businesses and farmers. For a smooth visit, bring cash and reusable bags, and plan for changing weather since the market runs rain or shine.

Check out the Siouxland Gem & Mineral Society Rock Swap at the Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center. It runs for one day, with hours from late morning through mid-afternoon, so you can browse and swap rocks and minerals.

A 20-minute early literacy session designed for babies from birth to 12 months and their caregivers. You are welcome to bring a blanket to create a comfortable spot to sit with your baby.

A visiting watercolor instructor leads a relaxed, one-day workshop focused on building confidence with washes, blends, and transitions that create a soft, natural look. Participants explore techniques that move from grayscale studies to full color, with guidance suited to beginners and those with some experience, and it is open to all skill levels. Students are encouraged to bring their own supplies, though it is not required and materials will be provided as needed. If bringing personal materials, recommended items include Winsor & Newton Cotman watercolor tubes in six assorted colors, a Strathmore 400 pad in 9x12 cold press at 140 lb, synthetic sable brushes including a flat one quarter inch or larger and round sizes 2 and 8, and a divided watercolor palette. Open to high school students and adults. Tuition is $88, and members receive a 20% discount. Free parking is available at the Art Center.

This event welcomes all. It features a presentation on what makes snakes unique, along with an opportunity to meet Walt and Blaze, the two snakes that live at the nature center. After the presentation, participants can head out on a hike to look for snakes in the wild. No registration is required.

Create a story through art with a hands-on session focused on Picture this: story drawings. Students explore a variety of media, including painting, printing, drawing, assemblage, clay, and sculpture, and take their artwork home at the end of class. Dress for a mess and invite friends to come along. No pre-registration is required, pay as you go. Multi-media art projects are $7 per project, with payment due at the beginning of class. Children 7 years and younger may participate when accompanied by an adult who will assist with the project.

Tee it up at Whispering Creek Golf Club for the fourth annual golf scramble benefiting North High School athletics and activities through the Stars Booster Club. Four player teams will enjoy a shotgun format, with check in and lunch before the round. A $15,000 hole in one prize will be featured on a par 3, along with additional hole in one opportunities on other par 3s. When registering, each team can select the North High team or activity they want to support. The activity backed by the most teams will receive a $500 donation. Entry is $420 per team, which includes meals for all golfers, or $525 per team to include meals plus a hole sponsorship sign. Sponsorship opportunities are available for those who would like to contribute. This fundraiser is organized by the Stars Booster Club in support of North High School athletics and activities.

A fun night is planned with games, raffles, and both live and silent auctions. Dinner will be served. Tickets can be reserved in advance, and they will also be available for purchase at the door.

Lil Jon is coming to Battery Park in Sioux City for a live rap and hip-hop show. The concert starts at 7:00 PM.

Experience the culmination of the Sioux City Symphony Youth Orchestra's 5th annual Summer Strings Camp at the Orpheum Theatre in Sioux City. Following a weekend of training with SCSYO conductors and professional musicians from the Sioux City Symphony, the camp's young string players will perform to showcase their progress. The program starts with the Junior Strings Camp, then the Upper Camp plays alongside musicians of the Sioux City Symphony. Admission is free and open to everyone.

Enjoy a laid-back date night at The Warp Zone. Pay one flat price that includes a pizza, 20 tokens, and 2 drinks. You can choose from any beer, non-alcoholic options, or a signature cocktail.

The Chicago Dogs face the Sioux City Explorers at Lewis and Clark Stadium in Sioux City, Iowa. It is a head-to-head matchup between these two teams at this Sioux City venue.

Monday evenings at Sioux City Pizza Ranch feature a limited-time value. During evening buffet hours, two adult buffet meals are available for $25. FunZone play is also half price all day on Mondays.

Monday evenings at Sergeant Bluff Pizza Ranch feature a limited-time buffet offer. During evening buffet hours, two adult buffets are available for a combined price of $25. This promotion is offered on Mondays only and is available for a limited time.

Sergeant Bluff Pizza Ranch offers one free Kid Buffet for each regularly priced Adult Buffet purchased. Children 12 and under qualify, and the offer now includes ages 11 and 12.

Get ready to jump in and support shelter animals with this in-shelter volunteer orientation. It’s a chance to learn about roles focused on animal care, including activities like walking dogs, socializing cats, and bathing or grooming animals. After you sign up to volunteer, you can use the Volunteer Information Center to register for the orientation, with limited space available.

Join the monthly-style Nerd Night for a Mario Kart 8 tournament at The Warp Zone. There is a $5 buy-in, and cash prizes are on the line. Tournament format changes based on how many players show up, with options like round robin or elimination brackets.

Settle into a $5 drop-in Morning Glow Vinyasa session at Yoga at Design West building that centers on somatic awareness. The class features breath-led movement, gentle waves through the spine, and intuitive transitions designed to create ease in the body and steadiness in the mind. The pace stays unhurried and attentive, inviting you to follow your breath, notice sensation, and let curiosity guide the sequence rather than effort or performance. Expect grounding standing shapes, hip openers, simple twists, soft spinal undulations, and quiet pauses to absorb the effects of practice. Suitable for beginners and all levels, it offers a short, accessible flow that emphasizes feeling over form, helps wake up the body and nervous system, and sets a calm, grounded tone for the day. Please bring exact payment, as the studio does not keep cash on hand to make change.

Every Wednesday, Pizza Ranch doubles the points you earn on qualifying purchases. Get two points per dollar on the buffet, dine-in meals, carryout, delivery, and online orders, and purchases paid with a Pizza Ranch gift card qualify too. Reach 100 points to unlock a $5 reward for a future visit.

Nate’s Farm brings a pop-up stand filled with farm-fresh vegetables, with selections changing according to the harvest. Availability varies, so the produce on hand will differ from one occasion to the next. Presented in partnership.

Free Play Wednesday is a weekly drop-in at The Warp Zone where all games are free to play when you make a qualifying purchase. It’s on every Wednesday, so swing by for an easy, game-focused hangout with plenty to play.

Wednesday Warrior Ride offers a friendly midweek spin that typically gathers in downtown Sergeant Bluff, with the exact meeting spot sometimes changing early or late in the season. Routes are chosen by the group and vary from week to week, with past rides visiting spots like Walker’s in Salix, Jackson Street, or looping along Highway 141. The pace is generally about 15 to 17 miles per hour and is adjusted to match riders and conditions. This is a no drop ride, so the group regroups throughout the outing, with a couple of pauses on the way out and one stop before heading back. Helmets are required, and lights are strongly recommended. Plans may shift with the weather, and updates are shared if a cancellation is needed, with a goal of giving about a day’s notice even though Midwest conditions can change quickly.

Big Daddy Trivia is a trivia competition where participants compete for the top spot, and the winner takes home $100 in cash.

Participants upcycle previously used greeting cards into fresh designs. The session is open to everyone and focuses on creative reuse, offering a welcoming space to turn old cards into new creations.

Every Thursday night, the buffet features wings in both boneless and traditional styles, served with a variety of sauces.

A weekly mountain bike group ride welcomes riders of all abilities and uses a no-rider-left-behind approach. The outing begins at the pump track, then heads onto local trails with guidance from experienced riders who know the area. Expect a supportive pace and a guided experience that helps you explore the routes with confidence. For questions, please contact the shop.