Good morning, Sioux Falls.

Sioux Falls' Falls Park Farmer's Market returns in winter as Mosaic hosts a seasonal market at 500 North Main on two Saturdays each month from November through April from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.—local vendors will offer coffee, pastries, and holiday gifts to create a new winter tradition.

Sioux Falls will celebrate Labor Day weekend with over a dozen events—from outdoor concerts and family festivals to food tours and marathons—with activities running from Aug 25 to Sept 16 and ticket details available from local organizers.

On Aug.29, 2025, Giving Back recognized local organizations for their charitable donations—Black Hills Federal Credit Union matched funds for an animal rescue drive, Cytion supported food programs, First Bank & Trust awarded 21 scholarships, The Human Bean donated on Give Back Day, and the Sioux Falls Public Schools Education Foundation provided grants to new teachers.

The KELOLAND Pet Food Drive begins today with bags of food lining the news station to benefit Almost Home Canine Rescue, Dakota Dachshund Rescue and the Sioux Falls Area Humane Society.

Lewis Drug stores will accept pet food, cash donations and supplies through Labor Day weekend—donors will receive a ticket to the KELOLAND Living Arts and Crafts show.

A local coffee shop turned a 1962 Chevy Step Van into a vintage cafe on wheels for its weekly spot at Falls Park Farmers Market through October and will join the winter market in November; the truck can be booked for events such as weddings, corporate functions, and festivals + it serves classic coffees and fresh pastries.

Sioux Falls stores and national retailers have posted Labor Day weekend hours and special deals for shoppers, with some outlets open at regular hours while others offer holiday sales or close early.

Major retailers like Aldi, Home Depot and Walmart remain open until Sept. 2 while select locations such as Country ‘N More and clinics are closed on Labor Day—details that help plan your shopping.

George McGovern middle school teachers Megan Kittisopikul and Erin McFarland said winning the Heroes of the Classroom contest could bring new support to their school (they believe it would highlight teacher efforts).

Vocal music teacher Erin McFarland at George McGovern Middle School is a finalist in the Heroes of the Classroom contest that could give her class $10,000 and her school $5,000 if she gets enough votes by Sept.

8 — her nomination came from co-worker Megan Kittisopikul, and winners will be announced the week of Sept. 22.

South Dakota is battling its highest West Nile virus cases in seven years with 26 confirmed cases and two deaths as wet weather boosts mosquito breeding—raising risk in counties like Minnehaha, Brown, and Brookings.

Kids' Cross Country Races

4-5 p.m. — Morningside Park — Free entry — A fun introduction to running for kids ages 4-12 with a series of exciting races.

Brady Wrede Live Performance

3-9 p.m. — WoodGrain Brewing Co. — Free entry — Experience the melodic fusion of acoustic roots and modern storytelling from a local folk artist.

Sanford International

7:30 AM – 3:00 PM — Minnehaha Country Club — More Information To Come — Watch golf's legends compete at a premier PGA TOUR Champions event.

Sioux Falls Leadership Summit

11 AM – 5 PM — Sioux Falls Convention Center — $118.19 – $1238.50 — Inspire and transform your business culture with insights from keynote Liz Bohannon.

2025 Bike Night featuring Kris Lager

11 PM-3 AM — Red Rock Bar & Grill — Check for pricing — Enjoy a power trio performance under the stars as we celebrate the final bike night of the season.

Anti-Bullying Community Event with John Michael Hinton

Delivering a heart-to-heart message about how he was severely bullied all through Elementary and Jr. High school, John Michael Hinton uses magic, comedy, and audience participation to captivate the room and inspire others to stand up, speak out, and be a true friend.

Anti-Bullying Community Event with John Michael Hinton

Delivering a heart-to-heart message about how he was severely bullied all through Elementary and Jr. High school, John Michael Hinton uses magic, comedy, and audience participation to captivate the room and inspire others to stand up, speak out, and be a true friend.

Rushadicus The Cello Goblin Performance

7:30 PM – 1:30 AM — Full Circle Book Co-op — Tickets start at $10 — Experience an immersive cello metal performance by the infamous Cello Goblin.

Light The Night Fundraiser

6-9 p.m. — Falls Park — Free registration encouraged for fundraising — Celebrate and honor those affected by blood cancers together as a community.

Sioux Falls Marathon & 5K

6:30 AM – 1:30 PM — Howard Wood Field — Registration fee required — A premier marathon weekend featuring races for all levels of runners in beautiful Sioux Falls.

South Dakota Sterile Processing Association Annual Conference

8:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Sanford Research — Registration required — Dive into the fundamentals of sterile processes and connect with industry professionals.