Events in Minnehaha County today

Unwind at the end of the week in a supportive setting that helps ease into the weekend. An optional arts and crafts time is available beforehand, paired with music and light refreshments. Attendees may bring their own food and drinks to the meeting.

Founded in 2008, the Dakota Angler Ice Institute began as a small gathering where ice anglers could discover new gear and receive guidance from industry experts. It has since grown into the No. 2 ice fishing show in the country and has expanded into an all seasons event that includes both ice and open water tackle. Now known as The Institute, it takes place at the Sioux Falls Arena & Convention Center in Sioux Falls, SD, bringing together more than 125 vendors. Attendees can meet Jason Mitchell and Tom Boley, explore a wide range of equipment, and learn how to use it effectively. Tickets are sold at the door for $7, with a three-day pass available. Children can also enjoy a safe trick-or-treat experience with participating vendors.

Cars and Candy brings a festive Halloween showcase of automobiles to the Runnings parking lot, pairing eye-catching rides with sweet fun for families. Children can trick-or-treat among the vehicles while enthusiasts take in the displays. Voting for a favorite is done by placing cash in the buckets set in front of each car, with all proceeds directed to cancer research. Presented by My Buddy's Garage and Runnings, this public gathering welcomes every type of vehicle. There is no admission cost and no entry fee for participants or spectators.

Memorial Middle School welcomes families for a safe, family friendly evening of trick or treating through team areas and hallways. Little ones can wear costumes and bring a bag to collect candy. Started by Dr. Moon, Treat the Halls continues as a school and community tradition that brings people together.

Experience a mystical evening at Alchemy House that invites intuition, sparks creativity, and adds a touch of seasonal magic. Participants rotate through four intimate sessions with dedicated practitioners, beginning with a complimentary mocktail and a moment to settle in. Explore astrology with Tressa to consider how your chart might highlight personal patterns and the energy of the season. With Kim, receive an intuitive reading that encourages reflection and a fresh perspective. Create an intention-filled simmer pot with Tera using seasonal ingredients to bring a bit of kitchen magic home. With Amanda, delve into tarot as the cards unfold a story that inspires curiosity and meaningful insight. Space is very limited. Cost is $155.

Bring your yarn project for a relaxed evening of stitching. Happy hour specials include $2 glasses of the featured wine of the month, Calico Skies Brianna, Kosmic Kitty Pinot Grigio, and Ghostrunner Red Blend.

A trunk or treat marks the final outdoor market of the season. Vendor registration has ended and no additional signups will be accepted. Be cautious of any comments requesting payment, as those are not authorized. An update with the vendor lineup will be shared.

The craft bar is open for walk-in projects, with no registration required. Choose from options such as mini signs, wax bead candles, a hat patch bar, and hat burning.

Stop by Rustic Kitchen’s stand at Sam’s Book Market for baked goodies, breads, and sweet treats, and browse the books while you’re there. Coffee is available from Roaming Grounds. Rustic Kitchen’s stand will become a permanent home for its baked treats at Sam’s starting in November.

Celebrating its twentieth year, the Sioux Falls Zombie Walk returns alongside the Boo Falls Halloween Parade. The festivities will include participation from Thriller Dance Sioux Falls and Sioux Falls Junior Roller Derby. Volunteer opportunities are open for those who want to help make Sioux Falls spooky again, and more information will be shared soon.

The Back 40 Boys return to a Halloween party in town, opening for Omaha's On the Fritz, members of the Nebraska Music Hall of Fame.

Celebrate Halloween at The Attic Bar & Grill East during The Attic Halloween Party. Undercover will be there for a night of spooky fun.

Uppercut Lounge presents a spirited Halloween celebration with music, dancing, and themed bar specials. Guests are encouraged to wear standout or spooky costumes, and a winner will be selected in the costume contest before the night wraps up. Expect festive drinks, lively energy, and plenty of playful chills. Bar crawl participants who present their ticket can enjoy extra perks.

Myrtle’s transforms into a Gotham-inspired celebration as The Gotham Ball fills the venue with comic book flair. Costumes are encouraged, whether you arrive as Batman, Catwoman, Robin, Joker, Two-Face, Mr. Freeze, Poison Ivy or another favorite from the Gotham universe. In the Grand Ballroom, DJ Soleil will be spinning upstairs, and the back dining room turns into a second dance floor. Downstairs in the Speakeasy, specialty drinks, karaoke and trivia set the scene, with Batman playing on VHS and a Bat Cave waiting below. A costume contest crowns Best Dressed with a $100 Myrtle’s tab. There is a $5 cover.

Game day meets comfort food at Union Pizza & Smash with an all-day Football Sundays special. Enjoy an 18-inch cheese pizza paired with an order of wings for $30, with your choice of bone-in or boneless. Wing flavors include Buffalo, Garlic Parmesan, Spicy Peach, Sweet Chili, BBQ, and Sweet & Spicy Dry Rub. Football is on throughout the day, and the deal is available for dine-in, call-in orders, or takeout. Delivery is not available.

A door hanger paint party is planned at Buffalo Ridge Brewing. The RSVP deadline has passed, and upcoming Christmas parties are mentioned.

A welcoming, come-as-you-are space for feeding your baby, weighing your little one, and sharing a cup of coffee with other moms. Breastfeeding, pumping, and combo-feeding families are welcome, as are pregnant moms who would like to learn from others and build community before their baby arrives. An IBCLC/CLC facilitates the circle and offers support, reassurance, answers to questions, and weighted feeds. The open-house format requires no reservations.

Enjoy a relaxed pottery session with access to a wheel and plenty of clay to create at your own pace. You may share the wheel with a friend, sibling, or parent and child, taking turns and experimenting as you go. Instruction is included for guidance and support. Registration includes one piece to be fired and glaze-dipped, with additional pieces available for firing at an extra cost. Participants aged 11 and younger must use the pottery wheel with an adult. Adults and youth are welcome.

The culminating event of the South Dakota 250 Commission, held in conjunction with the South Dakota State Historical Society, features the burial of an America 250 time capsule on the grounds of the Battleship South Dakota Memorial in Sioux Falls. The ceremony aligns with South Dakota’s birthday, and the sealed capsule is intended to be opened during the tricentennial of the United States. This is the only America 250 time capsule designated for South Dakota.

This low- or no-impact yoga class can be adapted to each student’s needs and limitations. It welcomes anyone living with arthritis, and no previous yoga experience is needed.

Create a festive fall wreath with seasonal colors, textures, leaves, flowers, and autumn-inspired accents. This open-house-style activity is suitable for an adult alone or with a friend, or for a child and adult to work on together. The cost is $15.

UPS employees and retirees meet for a gathering at The 18th Amendment every third Tuesday.

Bring a tote and shop a special deal at Once Upon A Child Sioux Falls. The featured offer changes weekly, so check the page for each week’s savings.

Enjoy a special lunch outing with your little one at Chick-fil-A Empire Place. The offer includes one kids’ meal with each adult meal purchased, making it a chance for parents, grandparents, and caregivers to share a meal and spend quality time together.

Enjoy an informative luncheon and meet people who live, work, commute, or do business in Southwest Sioux Falls. The program includes a welcome, a Chamber update, and a neighborhood update from Mark Cotter, City of Sioux Falls Director of Public Works. Advance registration is required, and the cost is $30 per person.

Explore the basics of pottery throwing in a hands-on class led by Mattie. Suitable for beginners and those looking to refresh their skills, the class covers simple techniques to help participants create at least one cup, bowl, or other vessel. Supplies and an apron are provided, along with one alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverage. One pottery piece will be fired, glazed in a choice of clear, purple, green, or blue, and fired again. Finished pieces will be ready for pickup approximately one month after class, and additional pieces can be fired and glazed for $10 each. Open to ages 15 and up, with space limited to seven participants. The cost is $40 per person, and registration and payment are completed online before class.

Mother's Mornings offers moms a chance to relax, connect, and enjoy extra hospitality while their little ones color and play in the play area. A complimentary coffee bar is available with the purchase of a meal. The gathering is held exclusively at Chick-fil-A East Sioux Falls.

This support group meets at Active Generations East Campus. Membership at Active Generations is not required to attend.

A weekly West Coast Swing dance party in Sioux Falls features lessons for new and experienced dancers, followed by dancing for all. No partner is needed, and this contemporary swing dance works well with many kinds of music. The dance takes place on wood floors, with admission options for general entry, students and club members, or dance-only entry. Parking is available in the venue lot, nearby residential streets, and the middle school lot across the street.