Updated for 2025
July in Sioux Falls is a full-on summer month filled with exciting events and activities that cater to all ages and interests. As the summer sun shines bright, there is a host of outdoor concerts, farmers’ markets, and family-friendly events. There is no shortage of things to do in the Sioux Falls area this July! Whether you’re a local looking for new adventures or a visitor eager to explore, July in Sioux Falls promises plenty of fun for everyone.
July also means celebrating Independence day! Check out these posts for 4th of July Fun
- 4th of July Headquarters
- Sioux Falls Area-4th of July Events
- Rules for Shooting off Fireworks in the Sioux Falls Area
- Celebrating the 4th of July with Littles (Tips, Fun, and Firework Alternatives)
What’s Happening in the Sioux Falls Area this July
Music
Levitt at the Falls
The free summer music concerts at Levitt are going on for the full month of July! Concerts are on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 7 pm. Make sure to check out the kids shows offered on Saturday mornings as well (select dates).
Good Earth State Park
Sunday afternoons at Good Earth State Park you can catch live music starting at 4 pm. They host a live show paired with a food truck on Sunday nights in the summer. The show lasts for two hours and is free with admittance to the park.
Old Courthouse Museum
The Siouxland Heritage Museums host their Summer Plaza Concert Series each summer. Catch live music at the Old Courthouse Museum every friday at 12 pm in July for an hour of music.
Lallycooler Music Festival
It’s the first year for the Lallycooler Music Festival! The festival will take place at Great Bear Ski Valley during the weekend of July 11th-12th. The two main headliners are Sam Hunt and Pitbull!
Chill at the Hill
Go out to Great Bear Recreation Park for their Chill at the Hill events. Happening on every last Wednesday night of the month from 5 pm to 8 pm. They will have live music for each night of Chill at the Hill.
Kid Specific
West Mall 7 Movies
The West Mall 7 is offering Free Family Matinees all summer long! Every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday morning at 10 am there will be a show (movie changes each week). The movie is free for everyone, but they do encourage you to bring along a canned donation to the local food bank!
Super Saturdays at the Outdoor Campus
On July 12th the Outdoor Campus will be hosting a Super Saturday for Paddling. On July 26th they will be offering a Super Saturday of Archery. These days are non-registration events and free to attend (they provide all needed gear). The event runs from 10 am-12pm and then again from 1 pm to 3 pm. Make sure to check out the free fishing they offer throughout the summer at Lake Lorraine and Family Park.
Hydrant Block Party
Hydrant Block Parties are always a hit for the whole family! Get cooled off in the spray from the firefighters, enjoy activities from Sioux Falls Parks and Rec, or check out a book from the Siouxland Libraries Book Mobile! There will be a Hydrant Block Party at Morningside Park on July 10th from 1 pm to 3 pm, at Prairie Meadows Park on July 17th from 1 pm to 3 pm, at Granite Valley Park on July 24th from 1 pm to 3 pm, and another on July 31st from 1 pm to 3 pm at Whispering Woods Park. Remember, these are all free to attend!
Farmers Markets
There are plenty of Farmers Markets in the Sioux Falls Area during the month of July! Many of these offer more than just fresh produce as well. Enjoy food trucks, live music, kids activities, and more at many of these Farmers Markets.
Falls Park Farmers Market
Every Saturday in July you can enjoy a farmers market at Falls Park. They run from 8 am to 1 pm.
At Lake Lorraine
There is a Farmers Market at Lake Lorraine every Thursday evening from 4 pm to 7 pm. The farmers market is in the parking lot near Hobby Lobby.
Saturdays at the Park in Tea
Head over to Tea for their Saturday’s in the Park events. Every 3rd Saturday of the month from July-October they will be hosting a farmers market with vendors, live music, kids activities, and more at the Tea City Park. Check out the first Saturday in the Park on July 19th.
Brandon Farmers Market
The Brandon Farmers Market happens every Saturday morning from 9 am to 1:30 pm. This farmers market is in the Lippert Parking lot.
Hometown Days
Everyone loves a hometown celebration in a small town! Check out some of the hometown celebration events coming up this July in towns around Sioux Falls.
Centerville Tornado Days, July 2nd-6th
Celebrate the 4th in Centerville! During Centervill’s Tornado Days you can enjoy food vendors, kids activities, a car show, fireworks, outdoor recreation and more!
Brandon’s Hometown Days, July 12th
This weekend of celebration looks like it is bound to be fun for the whole family. Brandon’s Hometown Days is filled with kids activities, a community picnic, street dance, outdoor recreation, and more!
Beresford Old Fashioned Weekend, July 23rd-27th
Head down to Beresford for their Old Fashioned Weekend. There will be vendors. A street dance, kid fun, a tractor pull, and more.
Canton Depot Days, July 19th-20th
Celebrate Canton is putting on their Depot Days on July 18th and 19th. Enjoy vendors, food, train displays, and a train ride for kids!
Lennox Old Fashioned 4th of July, July 3rd and 4th
The 4th in Lennox is always a hit with their Old Fashioned 4th of July Celebration! Check out the parade, street dance, vendors, kids activities, fireworks, and more!
Other
Emily’s Hope Cruise Night at Autoland
Enjoy not only an evening out, but do so for a good cause. Enjoy a cruise night with great food. 100% of the proceeds from the Cruise Night at Autoland will be donated to Emily’s Hope. This event in on July 16th this year.
Brookings Summer Arts Festival
At Pioneer Park in Brookings, you will find the Brookings Summer Arts Festival on July 12th and 13th. Enjoy the art from over 175 artists, food vendors, live music, and a kids’ activity area.
