Good morning, Sioux Falls.

Sioux Falls Parade of Lights takes place today starting at 7:30 p.m. on Phillips Avenue with 80 entries including floats, drum-lines and flamethrowers while the Tree Lighting Ceremony at MarketBeat Holiday Plaza begins at 6 p.m.—City Director of Finance and Innovation Shawn Prichett serves as Grand Marshall as police secure nearby streets for safety.

A local businessman provided free hot meals to Native communities on November 26th at Crow Creek’s Tribal Headquarters through a partnership with Rethink Food and Al’s Oasis—Team Buche Cares will serve meals twice a week to support families amid rising food costs.

Over 100 community members also joined the event at Ft Thompson, with tribal leaders expressing deep gratitude for the support.

Sweet Cheeks ice cream shop in Sioux Falls is reopening at 2 p.m. today after a vehicle crashed into the shop on Wednesday—temporary repairs including a new wall and door allow normal operations.

Sioux Falls has seen new stores open in 2025 as local leaders urge new business owners to plan carefully — the Chamber of Commerce connects entrepreneurs with support from the Sioux Falls Development Foundation and Young Professionals Network.

Residents look forward to more well-liked brands coming to town as the business climate continues to improve.

Sully Buttes senior Madison Bradberry will perform in her fourth Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade with Macy’s Great American Marching Band—she is the only South Dakota student to join the parade all four years and has played clarinet for seven years.

Dakota Wesleyan University and Mitchell Tech have joined forces to offer a unique program that lets students take courses at both schools—merging athletic opportunities with career-focused studies in construction management, business, and design.

The program has enabled students like Riley Brennan and Ethan Rogich to combine sports and academics for a broader education experience.

Empire Homes is offering year-end incentives for homebuyers in Sioux Falls with a townhome listed for about $319,000 and a four percent seller concession that gives buyers credits from $11,000 to $17,000—easing moving and buying costs.

The offer also includes a Home for the Holidays bonus of an extra $1,000 seller concession for contracts taken through December.

Great Bear Ski Valley started making snow on Wednesday night—snow machines ran as long as the temperature stayed low, and the park will sell tickets and lessons online once it announces its opening day.

The move prepares the resort to have a ski season even without natural snowfall.

Christmas with C.S. Lewis

November 29-30 — Washington Pavilion — $81.17 — Experience C.S. Lewis's heartfelt Christmas memories and discover how Tolkien transformed his view of Christ's birth.

Nutcracker Magical Christmas Ballet

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Mary W. Sommervold Hall — $40.22 – $195.92 — Experience a magical holiday tradition with breathtaking ballet and Tchaikovsky’s iconic score.

Holiday for Fiddlers Concert

7:00 – 8:30 p.m. — Mary W. Sommervold Hall — $57.73 — Enjoy a festive concert featuring top South Dakota fiddlers and their unique instrumental harmonies.

Tonic Sol-Fa Holiday Farewell Concert

Evening show — Mary W. Sommervold Hall — $52.87 – $124.49 — Experience Tonic Sol-fa's final holiday performance alongside Shaun Johnson Big Band Experience in a night of memorable music and nostalgia.

Christmas with Lorie Line 2025

Time TBA — Mary W. Sommervold Hall — Cost info not provided — Celebrate the Christmas season with Lorie Line's elegant piano arrangements and heartwarming stories.

South Dakota Symphony - Tis the Season

7:30-9 p.m. — 301 S Main Ave, Sioux Falls, SD — Tickets may apply — Celebrate the holiday season with the renowned South Dakota Symphony Orchestra and Chorus featuring tenor Ben Gulley's festive performance.

Temptations & Tempranillo

6-9 p.m. — Harvester Kitchen by Bryan — $ — Embark on a bold flavor journey as Chef Bryan pairs innovative dishes with rich Tempranillo wines.

Matthew Mayer Concert

7-10 p.m. — Orpheum Theater Center — $77.59 — Enjoy an intimate evening of solo piano music and storytelling from South Dakota's own Billboard charting artist Matthew Mayer.

Candlelight Concert: Queen vs. ABBA

6:30-7:45 p.m. — The Social — Tickets required — Experience the iconic music of Queen and ABBA illuminated by candlelight in an enchanting atmosphere.

Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical

Dec 23-27 — 301 S Main Ave, Sioux Falls, SD — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magical musical that brings the Grinch's heartwarming story to life with beloved songs and vibrant sets.