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Sioux Falls, US
12:42 am,
64°F
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Wind Gust: 13 mph
Clouds: 0%
Sunrise: 5:45 am
Sunset: 9:09 pm
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Sioux Falls, US
12:42 am,
65°F
76 %
Wind Gust: 0 mph
Clouds: 22%
Sunrise: 6:46 am
Sunset: 8:10 pm

Children and Families Events

August 30, 4–6 p.m. | $35 – $55

Always wanted to learn how to crochet? This beginner-friendly workshop is the perfect place to start!

Join us as we learn the basics of crochet, including how to hold your hook and yarn, create foundational stitches, and begin building the confidence to continue crocheting on your own. Whether you’ve never picked up a crochet hook or you’re ready to try again, this class is designed with beginners in mind.

Sunday, August 30 4:00–6:00 PM

Choose the registration option that works best for you:

• Bring Your Own Supplies – Bring one skein of worsted weight (#4) acrylic yarn and a crochet hook that matches the yarn label (typically 4.5 mm–5.5 mm).

• Supplies Included – We’ll provide everything you need to get started.

All skill levels are welcome, but instruction is geared toward beginners.

Pre-registration is required so we can prepare enough supplies for everyone. If you experience any issues with online registration, please contact AMC Collective and we’ll be happy to help.

September 12, All day | Free

SoDak Circuit is South Dakota’s first FREE esports event for all ages, powered by 17-member broadband companies and SDN Communications. Held at the Sioux Falls Convention Center on September 12, it features popular video games, prizes, live competition and a welcoming space for gamers of all levels and ages!

September 12, 8–11:30 a.m. |

USD Center for Disabilities is excited for our Run Walk & Roll event to return for its 5th year on Saturday, September 12th, 2026! Run Walk & Roll is an inclusive event open to people of all ages and abilities. Our goal is to promote health and wellness for all people in South Dakota, and to have fun while doing it! Events include a timed 5k and a 1-mile FREE fun run, walk & roll. There will be yoga in the park, a mascot race, a food truck, and more! You won’t want to miss this event!

Our 2026 event will spotlight the critical role early childhood development plays in shaping lifelong health, learning, and well-being. By bringing together families, professionals, and community members, this inclusive event raises awareness that every child develops differently and emphasizes the importance of early identification, intervention, and support for developmental needs.

Schedule of Events for September 12, 2026:

8:00a – race day packet pick-up and yoga/stretching session

9:00a – 5k race start

9:45a – yoga/stretching session

10:00a – mascot race to kick off the 1-mile fun run, walk & roll start

12:00p – Event end

*Discount available when you purchase 3+ race entries at a time.

**Children age 12 and younger only $25

***Shirt included with 5k and virtual participant registration. Additional shirts available for purchase through the 1-mile sign-up for $15. (Registration and orders must be placed by August 24th to guarantee shirt size)

****We are making accommodations available for individuals with disabilities. The Prairie Striders Running Club out of Brookings, SD has graciously agreed to loan their racing chair for the event. Additionally, we can make accommodations for those with low vision or blindness. If you are in need of a guide or accommodation for any of our races, please let us know when you sign up, as well as contact Aimee.Deliramich@usd.edu directly. We will work with you to pair you with a trained guide or provide use of the racing chair.

September 18, 6–8 p.m. | $45.00

Looking for a creative way to spend an evening with family or friends? Join us for Bounce & Brush, a unique workshop that combines art and fitness in one fun event!

We’ll begin with an instructor-led watercolor painting class led by Katie from Mosaic Arts & Events. You’ll learn beginner-friendly watercolor techniques while creating a collection of beautiful fall-inspired coffee mugs. No experience is necessary, and all supplies are included!

Once your painting is complete, we’ll head into the studio for a fun, beginner-friendly Bungee Fitness class to get you moving.

Friday, September 18
6:00–8:00 PM
Adults & kids (Ages 8+)
$45 per person
All painting supplies included
Space is limited!

Register today before spots fill!

September 27, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. |

Come explore the Sioux Falls Reptile Expo!

Meet reptiles from around the world, shop from breeders and vendors, ask questions, and learn about responsible reptile care. Families can enjoy hands-on experiences, including opportunities to touch and hold select reptiles, photo opportunities, arts and crafts, and more. You’ll also find reptile adoptions, supplies, feeders, and unique gifts.

Whether you’re a longtime reptile enthusiast or just curious, there’s something for all ages to enjoy.

October 10, 9 a.m.–Noon | Free

Get ready for a day full of books, imagination, and pure fun! Our free reading festival is back and better than ever — packed with free books to take home, live entertainment, a mobile zoo, beloved character visits, and hands-on activities designed for kids ages 0–8.

Whether your little one is a lifelong bookworm or just discovering the magic of reading, this is a day they won’t forget. Best of all? It’s completely free! Come celebrate a love of reading with us.

You’ll enjoy —
Character visits
Mobile Zoo
Library card sign ups
Children’s entertainment
Free hands-on activities for children through age 8
Literacy information and other resources for parents

The reading festival will be at the Sioux Falls Convention Center Ballroom (1201 N W Ave) on Saturday, October 10th from 9am-12pm. We hope to see you there!