This weekend in Sioux Falls, SD

Beat the heat with a summertime run offering 5K, 10K, and half marathon options at Elmwood Park in Sioux Falls, SD. The atmosphere is all about fun from start to finish, and a frozen treat is waiting at the end to help you cool down. Every finisher receives an ice-cold popsicle along with a custom medal featuring a bright popsicle design. Awards are presented in each distance to the top three male and female finishers within standard five-year age groups starting with 10 and under. Registration is available at regular, late, and race day rates. The 5K is $40 regularly, $42.50 late, and $45 on race day, with a $5 discount if you choose no shirt. The 10K is $45 regularly, $47.50 late, and $50 on race day, with the same $5 no-shirt savings. The half marathon is $60 regularly, $62.50 late, and $65 on race day, also with a $5 no-shirt option. A virtual race is offered for $40.

Enjoy an outdoor yoga class in the park at Lloyd Landing, focusing on flexibility, posture, and stress relief in the fresh air. This series is free, and no registration is required. A limited number of mats will be available on a first come, first served basis.

Billed as the biggest grass volleyball tournament in Sioux Falls, this event features coed divisions for a range of skill levels. A/AA competes 4-on-4 with two men and two women, while B/BB and Rec play 6-on-6 with three men and three women. Competition begins with pool play and moves into a single-elimination bracket. A minimum of $1,000 in prizes is shared across all divisions, with final payouts based on team counts, and each division awards cash to its champion. Teams determined by the tournament director to be sandbagging will receive Digz gear instead of cash. Registration with payment is required to secure a spot, and entries are nonrefundable, similar to ticketed concerts or sporting events. Rules vary by division. In A/AA, tipping is not permitted, open-hand receiving is allowed, any set sent over the net must be made with the setter’s shoulders aligned to the ball’s destination, and let serves are not allowed. Other divisions follow traditional 6-on-6 guidelines, with back-row blocking permitted when only one male is in the front row. Each division requires at least four teams to run, and at least five teams in a division are needed for a payout.

Enjoy a day designed for families at Kids Day at the Zoo, filled with interactive experiences and memorable moments for young animal enthusiasts. Explore the exhibits, dive into a hands-on forensics lab, and meet a spider-themed superhero during a photo-friendly meet and greet. Learn more about the animals during keeper chats with the staff who care for them every day. Creative fun continues outdoors with lawn games and chalk paint throughout the grounds. A Toy Swap will be set up at the picnic shelter for those interested in trading gently used treasures. Please note that some items from the Toy Swap may require batteries, which are not provided, and the Sioux Falls Zoo & Aquarium is not responsible for defects, missing pieces, or any other issues with exchanged toys.

Open gym sessions are available with two options for all ages. Rates are per hour, with ages 6 to 23 months priced at $2 and ages 2 and older priced at $8. Registration is available online.

SCHEELS and Dock Dogs celebrate a milestone with the 10th annual weekend of high flying canine action. This free, family friendly gathering welcomes everyone, including dogs. Enjoy grilling samples served in mini SCHEELS buckets and grab a bite from food trucks. Additional surprises are planned to round out a lively showcase of dock diving and fun.

Curious about how oils and lye transform into soap? This friendly, hands-on class explores the cold process method from beginning to end, guiding participants through each step of the craft. No prior experience is required, and beginners are welcome to learn the fundamentals in a clear and approachable way.

An open craft bar offers a relaxed, walk-in creative experience with no registration required. Choose a project on the spot and get hands-on with options like mini signs, wax bead candles, a hat patch bar, and hat burning. Create something unique at your own pace in a friendly studio setting.

Get introduced to fishing fundamentals this summer in an open house format designed for people with limited time. All gear is supplied, so there is no need to bring equipment. It is open to all ages, and youth must be accompanied by an adult. No registration is needed.

A community-focused Hunting and Fishing Gear Giveaway aims to make the outdoors accessible to all. Attendees can choose from gently used equipment and enter for a chance to win raffle prizes. Donations of new and gently used hunting and fishing equipment, clothing, and accessories are accepted year-round at The Outdoor Campus-Sioux Falls. Weapons and ammunition are not accepted. For more information, call 605-362-2777.

Cooks & Bakers Kitchen hosts a weekly Saturday bakeshop where guests are treated to a complimentary pastry or brunch bite, freshly made and satisfying. Complimentary coffee drinks are prepared on Jura automatic coffee machines, and a changing lineup of sweet and savory options is available to share, gift, or enjoy on your own. Add $5 mimosas for a bubbly brunch touch. No RSVP is required, so feel free to stop by to snack and sip.

Bring an item that needs repair to the downtown library for a practical mending session. Your item will be mended at no cost while each step is demonstrated, giving you the know-how to make future fixes on your own. Bring questions and leave with a new skill. Space is limited, and details can be found by searching the library website for Mending Workshop. If this session does not work for you or fills up, the workshop is offered every month.

Celebrate bicycles, pizza, and Sioux Falls with a relaxed ride of about 15 miles that stops at five local pizza spots for a slice at each. This is a social cruise, not a race, and riders travel together so no one is left behind. Check-in takes place at Totally Rad Pizza, the group pedals between stops, and the route ends back there for the final slice. Groups of around 15 to 20 riders keep the pace easygoing. Helmets are required and an appetite is highly recommended. The event thanks those who support Falls Area Bicyclists, with free entry for active members, $15 for guests of members, and a $20 Pizza Ticket option for non-members, plus the ability to join or renew membership to receive the free entry benefit. A soft tri-blend Pizza Pursuit T-shirt is available with a $20 donation to FAB. Ride, eat, and repeat around the city.

KORY and the FIREFLIES bring an upbeat, feel-good performance to Levitt at the Falls, a free, family-friendly outdoor concert in downtown Sioux Falls. Founded by frontman Kory Van Sickle in 1994, the band has spent more than three decades creating music and building strong connections with audiences, earning induction into the South Dakota Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2023 and the Iowa Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2025. Their message continues to center on peace and love. Freya Jane and the Nightshades open the concert. Food will be available from Backyard BBQ, Windy City Bites, Los Coco’s Mexican Food, and Street Sweets, and JJ’s bar at the Levitt offers a happy hour. Levitt at the Falls is an outdoor venue in Falls Park West presenting live music throughout the summer, and this concert is supported by AARP SD, the MidAmerican Energy Foundation as Homegrown Series sponsor, and MarketBeat as the season’s presenting sponsor.

Experience a live performance of original songs by Fine Mess.

A first-time performance comes to The Den. Enjoy drinks and a night of jamming.

Sioux Falls artist Soleil leads a tribute to early 2000s R&B icon Ne-Yo, bringing the music video style of that era to the stage. Backed by Reuben Rodriguez & Co., the show highlights smooth moves and R&B hits. Building on a previous Usher tribute, this installment turns the spotlight to Ne-Yo and the sounds that defined the early 2000s.

The closing ceremony of the Sioux Empire Classic features the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place announcements at Remedy Brewing Company. A special guest appearance from the SD Ghostbuster is planned. Remedy Brewing Company is a microbrewery with options to purchase wine, cider, mead, and nonalcoholic beverages, and a food menu is available. Minors and well behaved pets are welcome. The event is open to the public.

Taking place at JJ's Billiards & Darts Sioux Falls, this celebration honors Kevin Kitson with a full slate of music and activities. Enjoy live performances from Exit 357, Background Noise, Common Echo, and Shirley Strippef, with IRON CREEK returning to the stage for its first ever reunion show. Activities include raffles and auction items, a hog roast, a 50/50 drawing, and plenty of opportunities to raise a beer in a toast to Kevin. Expect a lively atmosphere filled with music, good food, and friendly cheer.

Celebrate the middle of the year with a Pokemon VGC gathering that features cute prizes.

Hosted by Wings Gymnastics Academy in the parking lot, this community gathering features a local vendor market with food, crafts, and more. A $5 open gym will be available, and tours of the gym will be offered. It is a welcoming way to connect with neighbors, discover local favorites, and enjoy time with family and friends. Opportunities for vendors and sponsors are available, with limited space.

Sioux Falls Noon Sertoma presents a community car show at Lake Lorraine, featuring classic and show vehicles, food from the Sertoma Pit Boys, and music by John Smalls of Sunny 93.3. A 50/50 drawing and plenty of community fun round out the experience. Proceeds benefit the Sertoma Legacy All Abilities Playground, so children of all abilities can play, grow, and feel they belong. All classic and show cars are welcome.

The Sertoma Shine & Show Car Show takes place at Lake Lorraine in the CarForSale parking lot. This gathering features vehicles on display with an emphasis on shine and presentation.

Explore aerial movement on a lyra, also known as an aerial hoop. Using a taped metal hoop, this class teaches flowing dance combinations and sequences that build strength and enhance mobility. Instruction progresses step by step to help you move up, down, and around the hoop.

Once the Closing Ceremony wraps up, Club David becomes the scene for a public drag show. Sioux Empire Classic players and fans with a Sioux Empire Classic wristband receive free entry, while others pay a $10 cover that supports the Sioux Empire Classic. Players or fans interested in performing can email setournament@siouxempirepsa.org to take part.

Settle in for an outdoor movie night featuring Soul Surfer, a true story about a young surfer who overcomes tragedy through resilience, determination, and faith. This free, public screening welcomes all. Arrive a bit early to enjoy SDSU Ice Cream, and bring a lawn chair or a blanket for comfortable seating.