Kid’s Thursdays: Down on the Farm
June 27 at 10am
Join us for a drop-in program geared to families with preschool-aged children. Adults and children will explore hands-on learning activity stations together. $1 per child.
Sioux City Public Museum
Plywood Trail Foundation Ribbon Cutting
July 28 at 10am
Merrill, Iowa
Park on the gravel by the cell tower location at the north end of 2nd street in Merrill. Bring your bike or your walking shoes and be the first to utilize the trail!
Elevate Block Party
June 28 from 5-8pm
Food trucks, Cornhole, Bounce Houses and Live Music.
Elevate Community Church at 1421 Geneva Street
Outdoor Family Movie Night
June 28 at 7pm
5200 Glenn Ave
The big screen will be up there will be hot dogs and s’mores makings. Fun for ALL ages!!
Movie: TBA!!
We plan on being outside the lower level between the youth room door and Old Fellowship.
Bring your own chair or blankets and a side/snack to share!
Mapleton’s 4th of July Celebration
June 28-30 with Fireworks on July 3
Carnival, Food Vendors, Pony Rides and Foam Party on Friday. Saturday has a car show, craft fair, community meal, kid’s activities, Parade and vendors in the Park. Sunday has breakfast, Worship and Outdoor movie. Fireworks, July 3, at HS Athletic Complex.
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PAINTJAM with Luke Schroder
June 29 at 2pm
A live painting educational exercise.
It’s a Painting Tutorial Experience with talented artist & Food Network guest, Luke Schroder!!! Each ticket includes your own Canvas, Supplies, Beverage & Hors’deuvres. Let’s Jam!
REACH Youth and Family Theatre presents ‘Matilda the Musical’
June 29 at 7pm
Klinger-Neal Theatre at Morningside University Campus
Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children and students.
Tickets can be reserved by calling 712-509-9663 or contacting us via email at REACHtheatre712@gmail.com
Sioux City Urban Scramble
June 29 at 8am
Expo Center in Sioux City, Iowa
$80 per team
Register by June 14 to receive a T-shirt
Registrations due by June 28
Call 712-279-6126
3rd Annual St. Baldrick’s Bags Tournament
June 29th at 11am
Steinbeck’s Pub in Leeds area
32 team double elimination bags tournament $40/team. Prizes for top 3 teams. Registration starts at 11 and play starts at 12.
Will have a free will donation hamburger and brat lunch. Silent auction for board sets.
Summer Rock the Patio
June 29 at 7pm
Work & Church Booze Parlor
A mishmash of talent culminating in their very own garage band pieced together by the one and only 𝗝𝗔𝗖𝗘𝗡 𝗞𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗥, ready to unleash their musical mayhem on a flatbed parked right outside the parlor to “rock the patio!” Don’t miss this unforgettable night of music!
Game on!
June 29 all day long
South Sioux City Public Library
Join us this Saturday (6/29) and play some games in the youth area! Games will be available all day! Players will be entered into a drawing for a prize!
Registration is preferred: https://southsiouxcity.libcal.com/event/12616906
Gathering Seeds – Creative Hang
June 30 at 12pm
Vangarde Arts downtown Sioux City
Gathering Seeds: Cultivating a Creative Community aims to bring anyone together who is interested in sharing, seeing, and creating art and meeting fellow creatives. Join us in our third year of creations together! Each month, we will continue gathering seeds to grow the beautiful community we want to live in, from the inside out. Bring your friends and connect with new people for future projects. The possibilities are endless!! ALL mediums, arts, and people are welcome! We only ask you to be kind, clean, and bring your own supplies.
Sioux City Municipal Band Concert
June 30th at 7:30pm
Grandview Park Bandshell
Bring your own chairs
Free!
Space Robot Camp
July 2 at 12:30pm
Calling all aspiring young astronauts and future coding wizards! Prepare for an out-of-this-world adventure in our Space Robot Camp. In this immersive camp experience, campers will learn about coding with BeeBot Robots. They’ll develop critical thinking skills and problem-solving abilities through our hands-on activities. At Space Robot Camp, young explorers will ignite their passion for coding and robots AND cultivate a sense of wonder and curiosity about space. Join us as we blast off into the stars!
Grades K – 3…Cost: $15.00
July 2 from 12:30 – 4:00 pm
Community Center in Sergeant Bluff
Register at:
https://go.iastate.edu/QPWVIJ
The fees for service will be used to offset direct expenses and to support the 4-H Youth Development Woodbury County Extension Program. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Pizza 4 Pups
July 2 at 4pm
Westside Pizza
On Tuesday, July 2nd Westside Pizza will donate 20% of all pizza sales to Noah’s Hope Animal Rescue!! What a great chance to eat delicious pizza and support Noah’s Hope! Make Tuesday night PIZZA NIGHT!!!
Dane Louis at The Marquee
July 3 at 9pm
Siouxland native and Nashville based artist Dane Louis & The Devil Knows Who appearing live at The Marquee on Wednesday, July 3 at. 9:00pm.
Advanced tickets, VIP packages, and Reserved tables available today at https://www.etix.com/…/dane-louis-sioux-city-the…
Ages 21+
Goat Yoga
July 4 at 8am
Join us for a session of goat yoga right here at Adams Homestead and Nature Preserve. Please call the visitor center to register.
All levels accepted! We will be bringing some goats and lambs to amble about as you enjoy your Sunday morning yoga practice in the pasture. Please bring a mat or towel to practice on along with bug spray and sunscreen. Free-will donation
We, including the goats, would love to see you there!
Mid-Coast Surf Splash!
July 5 at 12pm
Hannah Ray J, the Iowa farm girl from the National Geographic Magazine article about River Surfing, showing us her amazing river surf skills, as well as FREE clinics on entering/standing on the wave, and one on moving around on the wave, and how to fall safely. TRY SURFING FOR FREE! NFO’s River Point Surf Shop will have all of our awesome Badfish surf boards at the wave, just sign a waiver, and try out your favorite board! BUY ANY BADFISH INFLATABLE, OR THE AWESOME WAVE FARMER, AND GET A FREE HELMET!(while supplies last)
Norfolk, NE
Goodwill Career Cruiser at the Library
July 5 from 1:30-3:30pm
South Sioux City Library
The Good Will Career Cruiser to help with job preparation.
Mardi Gras Parade
July 5 at 6pm
Kick off to Saturday in the Park
Mardi Gras returns to for the summertime tradition to Downtown Sioux City on Friday, July 5 with the 2024 Sioux City Mardi Gras Parade. Registration is now open for anyone who’d like to sign up their group or organization for the parade. Those interested can download a registration form atTysonCenter.com or contact the Primebank Box Office at the Tyson Events Center. Bring your family & friends for FREE fun when the Mardi Gras Parade kicks off at 6:00 p.m. The parade will start at the Tyson Events Center, making a left out of the parking lot onto Pierce Street. Continuing to Pierce Street route will turn right on 3RD Street, ending on Iowa Street. Tens of thousands of beads will be thrown into the crowds that line the streets – get your spot early!
Saturday in the Park
July 6
Grandview Park Bandshell
Free Admission
Scavenger Hunt in the Library
July 6th all day event
Join us in the library’s youth department for a fun scavenger hunt across the tough Department
South Sioux City Public Library
Summer Group Runs
July 6
Start from the Expo Center Parking Loat at 8am
Bring the entire family. Pick your distance. Pick our pace.
Sign in for weekly door prizes
Social time at Jitters after 9am
Survival 101
July 6 at 1pm
Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center
Pre-register at 712-258-0838
Learn how to tie knots, put up a tent, start a fire and so much more!
Yoga at Saturday in the Park
July 6 at 9am
Rose Garden
Brunch with SIZZLE & Syrup
July 7 starting at 10am
Jackson Street Brewing
Enjoy Brunch along with Mimosas, Bloody Mary’s and Beermosas
Space Robot Camp
July 9 at 12:30pm
Calling all aspiring young astronauts and future coding wizards! Prepare for an out-of-this-world adventure in our Space Robot Camp. In this immersive camp experience, campers will learn about
coding with BeeBot Robots. They’ll develop critical thinking skills and problem-solving abilities through our hands-on activities. At Space Robot Camp, young explorers will ignite their passion for
coding and robots AND cultivate a sense of wonder and curiosity about space. Join us as we blast off into the stars!
Grades K – 3 – Cost: $15.00
July 9 at 12:30 – 4:00 pm
Community Center in Sloan
Register at:
https://go.iastate.edu/QPWVIJ
The fees for service will be used to offset direct expenses and to support the 4-H Youth Development Woodbury County Extension Program. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. For the full non-discrimination statement or accommodation inquiries, go towww.extension.iastate.edu/diversity/ext.
Mental Health and Wellness EXPO
July 9 at 4pm
Country Celebrations Event Center
Join us for this free community event featuring 20+ vendors offering mental health resources and support. Enjoy complimentary food and fun activities for the kids. Stop by to learn effective strategies for self-care, gain insights into managing stress, and explore a variety of approaches to mental wellness. All ages are invited to attend and this event is free and open to the public. Whether you’re seeking guidance, inspiration, or simply looking to connect with like-minded individuals, this expo will foster a supportive environment where families can bond, learn and prioritize mental wellness together. Questions? Call the Siouxland Chamber of Commerce at 712.255.7903.
Wild Cards: Hearts
July 10 at 3:30pm
Ready to shuffle up some fun? Join us at the Reference Department as we dive into the exciting world of card games! Whether you’re a seasoned player or just curious, come learn and play a variety of captivating card games with us. Let’s make new friends and memories, one card at a time Wednesdays and Fridays in July!
South Sioux City Library
Jefferson Days of 59 Festival 2024
July 10 – 14
Join us for our annual town founding festival!
5 Days of fun! Parade, kids activities, live music, food, car show, walk/run, fireworks, sports, and all kinds of enjoyment!
Animal Show
July 11 at 1pm
Join us for a free animal show in the library! Papio-Missouri River Natural Resources District will be here with their reptiles! @PapioNRD Registration is preferred, please register here:https://southsiouxcity.libcal.com/event/12656224
Motocross by 714 Promotions
July 12 at 6:30pm
Buena Vista Country Fair in Alta, IA
Get Sauced Food Truck Competition
July 13 at 12pm
Main Street Jefferson, SD
Beer Sauce Showdown from 12-4pm
Baby Goat Yoga at the Monona County Fair
July 13 at 10am
Onawa, Iowa
Bring your yoga mat or a towel for some relaxing baby goat yoga. After yoga stay and play with the baby goats and other critters at the free petting zoo! There will also be pony rides for $5/ride !
Sioux City True Crime: The Murders of 1925
July 16 at 6pm
Sioux City has an extensive background of crime and homicide, tracing back to its inception. Sarah Enright, Local History Librarian, will shed light on the most lethal year ever documented in Sioux City. She will provide intricate accounts of each murder case that took place in 1925.
Where: Aalfs Downtown Library
When: Tuesday, July 16 at 6 pm
Can’t make it to the in-person talk at the Aalfs Downtown Library?
Click below to receive a Zoom link to your email so you can view the talk from home:
https://siouxcitylibrary.libcal.com/event/12677136
Cooking with Randy
July 19 at 1pm
Adams Homestead and Nature Preserve
Come out and enjoy some Dutch oven cooking with our volunteer, Randy. At this event, you’ll see how Dutch oven cooking is done. A dish will be prepared and shared! Contact 605-232-0873 to pre-register for the event.
Advance to Gogh Artwalk
July 22 at 5:30pm
Starts at the Sioux City Art Center and ends up at Vandegarde Arts. Local artists from 5 venues will create a piece of art using a game board as a key component. Come and vote for your favorite piece. The people’s choice award is a $200 gift card from Games King.
Camp Bobo Summer Camp
July 12 from 9:30-12pm
Adams Homested and Nature Preserve
For children between 5 & 7 years old
Activities, games, adventures in nature
Register by calling 605-232-0873
Registration is free
Demo Derby Night #2 – Monona County Mayhem
July 13 at 7pm
$30 Pits, Grandstand $15 Adults, $5 Children, Pre-k & under free
Monona County Fair in Onawa, IA
Survival Saturday!
July 13 at 10am
Join us in the youth department to learn some special survival/wilderness skills. We’ll make paracord compass bracelets, talk about putting up a tent and learn how to make a solar oven! Would you like to learn some survival/wilderness skills at the library? Register here!https://southsiouxcity.libcal.com/event/12656231
Event Center Event Patio Summer Line-up
July 13 at 6pm
Nita and The Pipe Smokin’ Charlie’s
Come watch The Rock Band Camp Showcase
All free live music
full bar
no age limit
Norfolk, NE
Movies in the Park!
Grandview Park Bandshell
Movies starting at 9pm. Bring your own blanket, chairs, and snacks. Located at 24th and Grandview Blvd.
July 13: Wonka (Sponsored by MidAmerican Energy Foundation)
Le Mars Crazy Days 2024
July 13 from 8-3pm
Shop ’til you drop! Come shop CRAZY DEALS!! On Saturday July 13 from 8am-3pm, three whole blocks of Central Ave in downtown Le Mars will be SHUTDOWN for vendors, food trucks, a kids zone, and more!! Shop in store and sidewalk sales Thursday, Friday, and Saturday!
Movies in the Park
July 13 from 9-11pm
Grandview Park Bandshell
Movie: Wonka
Bring your own blanket, chairs, and snacks
24th and Grandview Blvd.
Junktion Vendor Fair
July 13 & 14
Discover hidden treasures and handmade wonders at our rummage sale and craft fair, where every corner holds a story and every item is a masterpiece waiting to be found!
Sioux City Railroad Museum at 3400 Sioux River Road
2024 Greg Gagner Memorial Car Show
July 14 at 12pm
Main street in Jefferson, SD
Registration begins at 10am
Car Show 12pm – 4pm
Entry Fee:
$10 Pre-entry
$15 Day of show
Golf Lessons: Session 1
July 15 from 9-10am
Green Valley Golf Club
Instructional youth golf lessons held at the Green Valley Golf Course by First Tee instructors. Two sessions available. Bring your own clubs or use ours. There are a limited number of left-handed clubs. Each session will run Monday-Thursday. Make up classes will be held on Friday.
Session 1: July 15-18, 2024
Fee: $45, includes First Tee shirt
Ages: 6-8 yrs
Time: 9am-10am
Location: Green Valley Golf Course Driving Range, 4300 Donner Ave. Register by calling Parks & Rec at 712-279-6126 ext. 1 or go online tohttps://webtrac.sioux-city.org/wbwsc/webtrac.wsc/SPLASH.html
United by the Arts
July 15-18
Jensen Performing Arts Center in Sioux City
Learn and perform original choreography from NYC based artists in Music Theatre, Jazz, Contemporary and Modern
Reserve your space in Derek’s class today by registering for United By The Arts www.fluxdancecompany.org
Pop-Up Parks
July 16 from 6-7:30pm
Headington Park
Come enjoy free Pop-Up Parks throughout the summer! These events are completely free and offer a wide variety of games and activities. Bring the family and enjoy being outside and active.
Dale Watson and His Lone Stars
July 17 at 7pm
The Marquee
Dale Watson & His Lonestars, “Keeper of the true country music flame,” appearing live at The Marquee on Wednesday, July 17 at 7:00pm. Tickets, Reserved Tables, & VIP on sale today!
Downtown Live Summer Music Concert Series featuring Studabaker John and the Hawks
July 19 from 7-9pm
4th and Nebraska Street
$3 admission
Safe At Home
July 19th from 11-2pm
Learn about Safe at Home’s variety of caregiving services while you enjoy a free slice of pie!
The Granary in Norfolk, NE
Spirits of the Roundhouse PARACON Presented by PARA911 SCIA
July 20 at 10am
Come check out other Paranormal Teams.
Check out the equipment used for investigating the paranormal. Browse the many vendors that’ll be on-site. Listen to Seasoned Paranormal Investigators speak about their Paranormal Journeys and tell their stories of the most Active Locations they have been to. We will have Tarot Card Readers and more on-site for you to visit with as well. So come join us and help us make this First Ever PARANORMAL Event a huge success! Kids 12 and under are FREE and Must be with an Adult! At the Sioux City Railroad Museum
Summer Group Runs
July 20
Start from the Expo Center Parking Loat at 8am
Bring the entire family. Pick your distance. Pick our pace.
Sign in for weekly door prizes
Social time at Jitters after 9am
U-Pick Opening Night at Fleurish Flower Farm
July 21 at 5pm
47663 SD Hwy 50 Elk Point
New Stage Players presents: Theatre, Music and Dance Day Camp
July 24 from 1-5pm
Ages 13 & up
$30 per person
Sign up today! https://www.eventbrite.com/…/theatre-music-and-dance
Live at the Lake
Cole Swindell with Special Guest Greylan James
July 26 at 7:30pm
Arnolds Park, Iowa
Event Center Event Patio Summer Line-up
July 26 at 6pm
Dave Merkel
Come watch The Rock Band Camp Showcase
All free live music
full bar
no age limit
Norfolk, NE
Demolition Derby
July 26 at 7:30pm
Pierce County Fair Grounds in Pierce, NE
Get ready to witness the ultimate automotive showdown at our fan favorite Demolition Derby! Brace yourself for a heart-pounding collision of metal, mayhem, and adrenaline-fueled action! Join us for an electrifying might of crashes, smashes, and jaw-dropping excitement. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or a first-time attendee, you won’t want to miss out on this exciting event!
Greek Fest
July 26-28
Friday from 6pm-10pm
Saturday from 11am-10pm
Sunday form 11am-3pm
Free admission! All are welcome!
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church at 6th and Jennings in Sioux City
Save the Kingdom!: A LARP Game at the Library
July 27 at 10am
South Sioux City Library
Movies in the Park!
Grandview Park Bandshell
Movies starting at 9pm. Bring your own blanket, chairs, and snacks. Located at 24th and Grandview Blvd.
July 27: Kung Fu Panda 4 (Sponsored by Kevin O’Dell Electric)
Kid’s Triathlon
July 27 at 9am
Sioux City Parks and Recreation is excited for the fourth annual Kid’s Triathlon on Saturday, July 27, 2024! There will be two ages groups: 6-10 & 11-15.
Parents, come out and cheer on your kid as they participate in this “mini” triathlon! Fee is $35, includes a t-shirt. Register by July 22 to receive a t-shirt. Please register through the link below! For questions, call 712-279-6126, ext. 1.
https://webtrac.sioux-city.org/wbwsc/webtrac.wsc/search.html?Action=Start&SubAction=&_csrf_token=lj6M6O6K1T101N30223I3G4K6A4O5D4J05005J6J566Y644K5B580X6Z5B5C586T014L4R6C1H5K565F4Z0A525U4O531I55626L5W1E5O4L5T6H1H02405D4H055Q475D&type=ADULT&type=CONE&type=ICE&type=RECJP&type=SWIM&type=YOUTH&keyword=&display=Detail&module=AR&multiselectlist_value=&arwebsearch_noresultsbutton=Yes
Buffalo Alice First Annual Golf Classic
July 27 at 1pm
Green Valley Golf Club
Are you ready to party…we mean golf. We are having our first ever golf tournament at Green Valley and just like everything else we do, it is going to be AWESOME.
It will be $240 per four man team. The tournament will be played in three flights all with payouts to the top three teams. You will also have the option to choose your pairing team! The payouts are going to be BIG, so make sure you get signed up before all of the slots are gone. Registration forms are available at Buffalo Alice or you can email maddy@siouxlandhumanesociety.org and she can send you a digital copy. In order to get on the docket you MUST pre pay. If you don’t pay when you register, you won’t be signed up.
We are partnering with the Siouxland Humane Society so all of the proceeds are going straight to them! There will be hole prizes, game advantages, and pets available for adoption. That’s right. Golf, beer, and dogs. What’s better? So while you are having a good time, you can also give back to all of those homeless animals. And did we mention the HUGE PAYOUTS?
Lunch will be available for purchase and dinner will be provided afterwards by Buffalo Alice and Hyvee at the Clubhouse. It will be a shotgun start at 1pm on July 27th. So get singed up before its too late and you miss the party.
If you have any direct questions you can message our Facebook page or text Heather at 605-261-2182
Wild Tea Party
July 27 at 1pm
Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center
Pre-register at 712-258-0838
Learn the basics of edible plant foraging. Indulge in some biscuits and tea brewed from edible plants. Make your own tea bags! Ages 12+, 20 spots available and bring your hiking boots
Movies in the Park
July 27 from 9-11pm
Grandview Park Bandshell
Movie: Kung Fu Panda 4
Bring your own blanket, chairs, and snacks
24th and Grandview Blvd.
Junkin’ Market Days Sergeant Bluff Summer Event
July 27 at 9am-4pm
Sergeant Bluff Community Center
Junkin’ Market Days is an indoor event filled with small business owners. selling boutique clothes, jewelry, home decor, furniture, bath & body products, candles, gourmet foods, pet accessories & treats, and lots more!! This is a place for shoppers who are serious about shopping & fun!
$5 General Admission at the Door
Historic 4th Street Classic Car Show and Cruise
July 27 from 2-5pm
Historic 4th Street in Sioux City
2nd Annual Oto Pub & Grub Golf Tournament
July 28th at 8am
Anthon golf course. Limited amount of teams
4 person team 160 per team/40 per person. Cart rental is 55 per cart. CARTS MUST BE PREPAID BY JULY 14 NO REFUNDS ON CARTS!!! This is the golf course rules. Breakfast pastries, Lunch, prizes, FUN and green fee included in cost. Even in the monsoon rain last year this was a lot of fun
Home-in-One Golf Outing
July 31 at 9:30am
Join us as we “scramble fore a cause” during our 2nd annual Home-in-One golf outing on Wednesday, July 31. Registration will begin at 9:30 a.m. with a shotgun start at 10:30 a.m. Get your teams of four registered today by contacting Kim at, 712-224-5113 or at kim@siouxlandhabitat.org.
Cool Pool Party: Pirates & Princesses
August 1 at 6:30pm
Enjoy a night of swimming, ice cream, games, and crafts at our Cool Pool Party this summer!
Fee: $5
Ages: Any Age
Time: 6:30pm-8:30pm
Location: Riverside Pool, 1301 Riverside Blvd.
Theme: Pirates and Princesses
Downtown Live Summer Music Concert Series featuring Mae Simpson
August 2 from 7-9pm
4th and Nebraska Street
$3 admission
Laser Tag
August 2 at 9pm
Dakota/Thurston County Fair
Don’t miss the opportunity to challenge your friends to an exciting & action-packed game of Laser Tag at the Dakota Thurston County Fairgrounds. Grab a laser gun, find somewhere to hide and get ready to have some fun. Hope you aren’t afraid of the dark! Join us for outdoor Laser Tag at the Dakota Thurston County Fair Friday August 2nd from 9-11pm. Admission is just $5 each, or FREE with Kid’s Day wrist band. Free gate admission into the fairgrounds and free parking. Make sure to check out all of the excitement happening at the Fair July 31st – August 2nd, 2024. Full schedule available on our websitewww.dtfair.com.Check Facebook for updates. See ya at the Fair!
Family Pioneer Day Camp
August 3 at 9:30am
All are welcome to come enjoy a day in the life of a pioneer! The camp will start off with a tour of the homestead complete with the history of the park. Families that come will work and play together. Pioneer games will be taught and played. There will also be Dutch oven cooking and the food will be shared! Call 605-232-0873 to register for the event!
Sportsmans Tiki Ride 10th Anniversary
August 3 at 9am
All riders must wear a helmet to participate . All bicyclist welcome. 60, 38, 22 and 16 mile routes.
16mile route: 9am – 10:30am Around Big Spirit Lake. 22mile route 11:30am 7:45pm Around Okoboji Lake. 38mile route 9am – 7:45pm Both rides combined. 60mile route if you decide to take the brand new trail to Lakepark, MN. All riders must register before 9am the day of the ride.
*The most popular ride is the 22 mile route that starts at 12:00pm. Many riders will hang out and chat with new biking friends from 7am tip 11:30am and ride the second leg. We have TWO FREE SAG trucks that is on call from 9am-7:30pm. (Available to registered riders only) At anytime you can call them to pick you and your bike up.
Spirit Lake, IA
Summer Group Runs
August 3
Start from the Expo Center Parking Loat at 8am
Bring the entire family. Pick your distance. Pick our pace.
Sign in for weekly door prizes
Social time at Jitters after 9am
Trail of the Dragon
August 3 at 6pm
This race will consist of 10 mile loops with the option of signing up for the 50k, which will consist of three 10 mile loops with a 1 mile out and back; or the 50 Mile option which will consist of five 10 mile loops.
Moorehead Park in Ida Grove, IA
The Big River Band
August 3 at 3pm
Dakota/Thurston County Fair
Atokad Park in South Sioux City
Hinton Vendor and Craft Show
August 3 from 9am-2pm
Hinton Community Center
Free admission
indoor and Outdoors, door prizes galore! and over 60+ Vendors
Hinton Vendor and Craft Show
August 3 from 9-2pm
Hinton Community Center
Free admission
Indoor and Outdoor, door prizes galore and over 60 vendors.
FREE Family Movie
August 4 at 1pm
Join us for a FREE Family movie matinee at the Dakota Thurston County Fair Sunday August 4th at 1:00pm in the air-conditioned Expo Center. Popcorn and drinks included! Check out the full fair schedule on our websitewww.dtfair.com.Be sure to check back on Facebook for updates. See you at the Dakota Thurston County Fair July 31st – August 4th!
Railroad Kids Camp
August 7 at 10am – 4pm
Experience the railroad history, crafts, train rides, and model railroad!
Sioux City Railroad Museum
Yung Gravy
August 4
Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Sioux City
Movies in the Park
August from 9-11pm
Grandview Park Bandshell
Movie: Super Mario Bros
Bring your own blanket, chairs, and snacks
24th and Grandview Blvd.
Kofi Dennis African Drumming
August 8 from 1-2pm
Join us in the Youth Department on Thursday, August 8th starting at 1:00PM in welcoming Kofi Dennis who will be doing some drumming and storytelling while sharing African culture.
South Sioux City Public Library
Dragons Love Tacos – Youth Theatre Fundraiser
August 9
Dinner at 5:30pm | Show at 6:45pm
Adults – $25 and Children – $15 *10 years and under
Each ticket includes 1 meal, 1 drink, 1 dessert, 1 performance and a whole lot of fun!
Purchase tickets visit scctheatre.org
Southbound – A Tribute to The Allman Brothers Band
August 9 at 9pm
The Marquee
Tickets, VIP, & Reserved Tables on sale today.
Sioux City Elks Lodge Summer Luau and Hog Roast
August 9 at 6pm
Sioux City Elks #112
Hog roast and dance on the patio. Elks members and guests
Movies in the Park!
Grandview Park Bandshell
Movies starting at 9pm. Bring your own blanket, chairs, and snacks. Located at 24th and Grandview Blvd. August 10: Super Mario Bros (Sponsored by Sioux City Fire Rescue)
Adams Homestead Celebration
August 10 at 10am
On August 14, 1997, Adams Homestead & Nature Preserve officially opened as a state park. We mark this very special occasion by having an annual festival on or around this day. This year Saturday, August 12, 2023 has been selected as our festival date. Event will run from 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. There are many exciting activities that are scheduled throughout the day. Some of the activities include threshing machine demo, corn shelling, candlemaking, tin punching, homestead tours, rope making, musicians, buffalo chip throwing contest, rope making, Dutch Oven Cooking Demo, homemade pie contest, and much, much more! Those interested in participating in the homemade pie judging contest need to bring their pies to Adams Homestead by 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 12. The pie judging will start at 1:30 p.m. Pies will be judged by their appearance, texture, and taste. Plan to spend the entire day at Adams. We will have food and refreshments that you may purchase while enjoying your day of FREE entertainment. There will be activities, presentations, music, and crafts for the ENTIRE family to enjoy and take part in. Get a sense of history, learn about your heritage and explore the outdoors! Bring your walking shoes, bikes, strollers and your love for the great outdoors and we will do the rest! We are located off Interstate 29 Exit 4, 1-mile west, and ½ mile south. You can follow the brown nature area signs from the interstate. If you have any questions, please feel free to call us at (605) 232-0873!
Pooch Paddle
August 12 & 13 from 5-7pm
Riverside Pool in Sioux City
Pop-Up Parks
August 13 from 6-7:30pm
Riverside Park
Come enjoy free Pop-Up Parks throughout the summer! These events are completely free and offer a wide variety of games and activities. Bring the family and enjoy being outside and active.
Family Archery Night
August 15 at 6:30pm
Come on out to the Adams Homestead Archery Range and learn a fun, new skill or practice one you’ve already learned. We will teach you the basics skills of archery and practice shooting targets. Everyone of all ages are welcome to have a fun night in the outdoors. Space is limited (full capacity is 30), so please call 605-232-0873 to reserve your spot.
Summer Group Runs
August 17
Start from the Expo Center Parking Loat at 8am
Bring the entire family. Pick your distance. Pick our pace.
Sign in for weekly door prizes
Social time at Jitters after 9am
Golphstok 2024
August 17
City park in Pierson, Iowa
9th Annual Show-N-Shine
August 17th
Registration begins at 10am
Come see a variety of cars, trucks, and bikes on display at the August showcase!
Westfield, IA
42nd Annual Swap Meet and Flea Market Weekend
Saturday, August 17th
Sunday, August 18th
Gates Open at 8:00 each Morning
OVER 300 VENDOR SPACES SOLD LAST YEAR TO VENDORS FROM 7 STATES!!!!
SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE!!!!
Car/Tractor/Motorcycle Parts, Crafts, Collectibles, Tools, Furniture, Mini Bikes, Rustic Items, Artwork, Diecast Toys, Baked Goods, Antiques, Sports Cards, Direct Sales Vendors, Jewelry, Kids Stuff, Vintage Toys, Mid-Century Items, Crochet Items, Man-Cave Items, Garage Sale Vendors and Much Much More!!!!!
Food Vendors On Grounds!
Soundbath on the Riverfront
August 23 at 7pm
Indulge in the therapeutic melodies while you reconnect with yourself on the serene yoga lawn. Join us at 7 pm for an hour of rejuvenation during our monthly event. Immerse yourself in the soothing experience and discover the bliss of grounding and healing through sound. Bring your yoga mat and anything else to get comfortable! This is a donation based offering.
Onabike XXXII
August 24 at 9am
The ONABIKE routes consist of a long route through the Loess Hills which is a 63-mile route and a 29-mile short route. The rides feature the many beautiful views we are so accustomed to seeing every day.
Onawa, IA
Pop-Up Parks
August 24 from 9-11am
Sioux City Farmer’s Market
Come enjoy free Pop-Up Parks throughout the summer! These events are completely free and offer a wide variety of games and activities. Bring the family and enjoy being outside and active.
Tom’s Elton John Tribute
August 28 at 7pm
Orpheum Theatre
Summer Group Runs
August 31
Start from the Expo Center Parking Loat at 8am
Bring the entire family. Pick your distance. Pick our pace.
Sign in for weekly door prizes
Social time at Jitters after 9am
ArtSplash
August 31 and Sept. 1
From 10am-5pm
Downtown Art Center Campus
All your favorite festival folks will be there, and all the things you love about ArtSplash will be happening. There will be exciting things planned this year and kids’ art activities are FREE!
Onawa Harvest Festival
September 5-8
Gaukel Park in Onawa, Iowa
Whose Live Anyway?
September 12 at 7:30pm
Orpheum Theatre
The Price is Right
September 13 at 7:30
Orpheum Theatre
Tri-State Truck and Car Show
September 14 at 11am
The show a lot of people are waiting for this year is near by stay tuned!
5th Annual Car and Truck show, will be held at WinnaVegas Casino Resort in Sloan, IA
Show will start from 11 A.M. to 9 P.M. We will be having 2 out of state groups coming this year that will be announced at a later date. This year we will have a larger stage for the live music so it can be heard from all the way in the back of the show with better audio! Their will be food venders, and a few product vendors like detailing products ,wheels and tires. Show trophies will be given out again for a few categories that later will be announced. Show shirts will be available from S to 3XL $25 each while supplies last. Registration fees: $40 per vehicle entry $20 per spectator 12 and under are free. No burn outs!! You will be asked to leave if you are doing burn outs. Their will be a beer garden as well on show ground! Venders and sponsors are still welcome. If interested dm us or give me a call for further info and fees. Any questions feel free to contact me
712-301-8447
WinnaVegas Casino in Sloan, Iowa
2024 Siouxland Chamber Annual Event with John Ondrasik and featuring Sioux City Symphony Orchestra
September 19
Orpheum Theatre
5:30pm doors open
7pm Chamber Program
7:30pm Keynote Address and Musical Performance
Tickets can be purchased at the Box Office or Tyson Events Center
Norfolk Oktoberfest
September 20 at 4pm
Come celebrate Norfolk Area Chamber of Commerce Oktoberfest, presented by BankFirst. Fun for the entire family. Bounce Houses, face painting, big wheel races, wiener dog races, bucket pong and corn hole tournaments, drum line exhibition, beer and wine gardens, food vendors, Husker games on the big screen and live music throughout. Starts Friday night at 4pm and runs through Saturday night midnight.
Jokerz Wild Car, Truck and Bike Show
September 20 & 21
North Sioux City, SD
Burnout contest, Fastest Lap, Dress for your era contest, camping, live bands and more!
This is a all ages event benefiting Toys for Tots. free to general public, bring a new toy or book to register your car, truck or bike. For camping registration go to parkjeffcampground.com
Alley Art Festival
Sept. 21 from 11-11pm
Downtown Sioux City
The alleys of downtown Sioux City are getting artsy once again with the sixth annual Alley Art Festival on Saturday, September 21st in the alley ways between 4th & 6th and Pierce and Nebraska streets!! Explore Sioux City’s refreshed outdoor gallery of 140+ murals, support regional art vendors, and enjoy unforgettable live music from both local and nationally touring acts all day long. The fun doesn’t stop there – the day will be full of fun and creative activities for the young and young at heart. Kids can head to the kids zone & have some fun (project TBA!) Join in on the mural-ing fun at the Wall for All- where everyone can paint their own mural!! Bring the whole family down for a day of fun – Admission is only $5 at the gate AND children 12 & under get in FREE! *Music Line Up TBA* Want to be a 2024 Alley Art Muralist and / or art vendor? Application link coming SOON! Watch our page for more info! Created to reinvent urban spaces with art in 2019, the Alley Art Festival is part of an ongoing effort to enhance walkability between the Historic 4th and the Historic Pearl districts. Showcasing the work of regional artists as muralists and art vendors, musicians and YOU – this community event brings the heart of Downtown Sioux City to life. For more information about Alley Art Festival, please visitwww.vangardearts.comor call (712) 251.6432.
Mental Health Walk and Fair in collaboration with Celebrate Siouxland!
September 21 at 11am
JOIN HEARTLAND COUNSELING for our 6th annual…
MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS Walk & Fair. This year we are collaborating and partnering with Unity in Action for Celebrando Siouxland!!
Saturday, 9/21/2024, 11am-1pm
at Heartland Counseling’s building,
1201 Arbor Drive, South Sioux City
Hosted by Heartland Counseling Services Inc., this FREE Fun Event and Walk sponsored by Healthy Blue celebrates the 35th Anniversary for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Recovery Month!
Latino Heritage Festival
September 22 at 11am
Join us for the fourth annual festival Latino festival! Bring the family and enjoy live performances from regional and international bands. Food and merchandise vendors will be on display, a kid zone with bouncy houses, art and much more. Full event itinerary coming soon!¡Acompáñanos en el cuarto festival anual latino! Traiga a la familia y disfrute de actuaciones en vivo de bandas regionales e internacionales. Habrá vendedores de comida y mercancía, una zona para niños con casas inflables, arte y mucho más. ¡El itinerario completo del evento estará disponible próximamente!
Red Riding Hood
October 5 & 6
Little Red Hen Theatre in Wakefield, NE
Wolfgang, the greatest actor in the world, is interrupted while performing his solo “extravaganza” by a delivery person with a mysterious package – and a fast, funny and surprising take on the classic story of Little Red Riding Hood ensues! Will the wolf catch his prize? Will Little Red make it to Granny’s? Bring the little ones to our first production planned exclusively for young audiences!
Amy Grant
October 11 at 7:30pm
Orpheum Theatre
Fall Craft and Vendor Fair
October 12 at 9am-3pm
Free Entry
St. Luke Lutheran Church
Oktoberfest at Scarecrow Farm
October 12 at 12pm
Bring the whole family and celebrate Munich’s famed festival Scarecrow Farm style with live music, fun contests, yard games, polka dancing and of course delicious German food and drink. Put on your lederhosen and join us in the BierGarten or on the dancefloor for a celebration you don’t want to miss!
Scarecrow Farm on Hwy 20
Outdoor Yoga
October 16 at 5:30pm
Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center
Comedian Becky Robinson Comedy Tour
December 6
Orpheum Theatre
