Fall is fully here in the Sioux Falls Area, and it is beautiful! October means that school is in full swing, fall sports are going strong, and we are all trying to soak in the last of the warm weather while we still have it. There is plenty of things going on in the Sioux Falls Area this October! If you are looking for things to do in Sioux Falls as a family, October brings you plenty of great options!
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Here is what’s going on in the Sioux Falls Area this October!
Fall Fun
Fall fun is in full swing this month! We have tons of fall content on our site for your family, to view everything check out our Fall Headquarters Page!
For specific Fall Fun Activities happening this month check out the following articles:
- Fall Festivals in the Sioux Falls Area
- Corn Mazes in the Sioux Falls Area
- Pumpkin Patches in the Sioux Falls Area
- Apple Picking in the Sioux Falls Area
- Fall Colors in the Sioux Falls Area
Halloween events are coming in strong! There are a ton of truck-and-treats, trick-or-treats, and Halloween events happening this month. Check out our calendar to see dozens of events.
Music
Jon Pardi’s Honkytonk Hollywood Tour 2025 will be at the Denny Sanford PREMIER Center on October 17th, with special guests Jake Worthington and Colby Acuff.
Mercy Me will be at the Denny Sanford PREMIER Center on October 24th for Live 2025 Tour.
The Waddington Brothers, a western and bluegrass band, will be playing at The Washington Pavilion on October 28th.
Family Fun
Enjoy learning to fish at the Outdoor Campus on October 4th during a Family Fishing class! Remember that all the classes at the Outdoor Campus are free!
Downtown Brookings invites you to enjoy a day of fall festivities, fun, and shopping during the “Fall for Downtown”event on Saturday, October 4th!
Enjoy an afternoon of fun with The Big Event, hosted by the Girl Scouts on October 4th. Learn during interactive sessions and explore science fun with different vendors.
Looking for some kid-friendly, but still spooky, Halloween Fun? Check out the Jaycees Feargrounds on October 12th for their Kids day!
Celebrate Native American Day on October 13th by attending the Native American Day Parade!
Back to the Future will be at the Washington Pavilion from October 14th-19th! This show looks like it would make either a great date-night or night out with the whole family!
Head over to the Great Plains Zoo for ZooBOO on October 17th and 18th! Trick-or-Treat at the Zoo and enjoy all the extra fun planned.
Find ‘hood on October 25th at the Washington Pavilion for their Spooky Science Day! Costumes for kids are encouraged but not required.
Explore the Spooky Seas on October 25th with the Butterfly House and Aquarium.Catch a show at The Washington Pavilion!
