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Downtown Sioux Falls will test a traffic calming pilot on 10th Street from June 29 to July 31 to improve street safety by narrowing lanes with planters and reflective delineators and to boost community engagement with local food trucks and family art events.

Dell Rapids Quarry Days runs from today until Sunday and offers a parade, fishing derby, live music, a 5K, and vendor fairs in City Park as part of a weekend of family-friendly events.

Sioux Falls hosts its first Bike Prom on Saturday, June 27 at 5 p.m., beginning at Spoke-N-Sport and riding 4.5 miles to downtown + ending with a Rotary Park photo stop and post-ride party featuring prizes, dinner, and games; registration is $30 with discounts for young riders.

YMCA Camp Leif Ericson will add indoor programming with a 12,000 sqft facility called The Treehouse, following a $1 million donation from board member Tyler Haahr and a $20,000 gift from Bank Midwest.

Construction begins in fall 2028 (opening part of 2029) so campers can use it on rainy days.

South Dakotans are expected to travel record numbers during the Independence Day holiday period starting tomorrow.

AAA forecasts over 216,000 trips as visitors head to Mount Rushmore for Jul. 3 fireworks and to Rapid City for a five-day Real America Birthday Bash (featuring concerts, parades, and drone shows) despite rising fuel costs.

The Sioux Falls Independence Day parade committee barred two national grassroots groups (Indivisible 605 and COS) on June 25, saying their political leanings did not fit the parade’s civic spirit.

Political parties and candidates will still participate in the celebration.

Fireworks sales begin tomorrow across the Sioux Empire as the community readies for America’s 250th birthday celebration, and local fire officials urge residents to have water nearby amid severe drought conditions.

Nick's Gyros opened its second location today at 3501 E.

10th St. in the former Caribou Coffee, serving signature gyros and extended drive-thru hours on Friday and Saturday for east-side customers.

Sioux Falls-based MarketBeat tracked the SpaceX IPO after trading began June12 on Nasdaq at $135 (valuing the company at $1.77 trillion) as its stock surged 19 percent on its first day, boosting digital traffic and ad revenue while retail investors sought insight on the space economy.

Thrift Heat Vintage will move to 222 S.

Phillips Ave on July 17 where owner Owen Monahan will expand his collection with display space, a record wall, and kids' apparel while continuing the Second Saturday Market. The move marks a key milestone in downtown retail growth (highlighting local innovation).

Sanford Health's Urogynecology & Pelvic Surgery Clinic in Sioux Falls offers advanced pelvic health treatments that can address bladder, bowel, and pelvic pain concerns in one day.

The clinic provides personalized care through physical therapy, medication, and minimally invasive procedures while supporting clinical trials.

2026 Rock The Country Festival - 2 Day Pass

11:59 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. — Sioux Empire Fair — Ticket Purchase Required — Experience a dynamic lineup featuring Kid Rock, Staind, and more at this exciting festival.

Rock The Country Festival

2 PM — W. H. Lyon Fairgrounds — Connect with fellow fans at this concert featuring top country artists.

Rick Monroe and The Hitmen Concert

7-10 p.m. — Bigs Bar — All ages welcome — Rock out to Rick Monroe & The Hitmen's high-energy southern rock show filled with real stories and grit.

Andrea Ross & Her Big Band Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Levitt at the Falls — Free concert — Experience the magic of song with Andrea Ross & Her Big Band as part of the July 4th celebrations.

Breakthrough Basketball Shooting & Ball Handling Camp

Shooting & Ball Handling Camp — Jul 7-9 — University of Sioux Falls — $97 for observing coaches — Improve your basketball skills and confidence with high-intensity drills.

7-on-7 High School Football Tournament

8-4 p.m. — Sanford Sports Complex — $350 for 1 team — Compete in a high school only 7-on-7 football tournament with divisions for large school, small school, and JV.

Diamond Days Baseball Tournament

8 a.m. — Sanford Sports Complex — $1,000 per team — Compete in a thrilling 15U-18U baseball tournament at the beautiful Sanford Diamonds.

Summer Slam Basketball Tournament

8 a.m. — Sanford Sports Complex — $305-$355 — A competitive tournament for boys and girls aged 10 to 17 featuring exciting basketball action.

SD Junior Football Camp

9-11:30 a.m. — Sanford Sports Complex — $150 — Dive into a comprehensive contact football camp focusing on skills and team concepts for young athletes.

Comedy Night with The Unteachables

7-9 p.m. — Lucky's — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with a lineup of talented comedians reflecting on education and life experiences.