August has come to the Sioux Falls Area! It seems like summer is just flying by, and the new school year is fast approaching. Make the most of the last weeks of summer with some of the amazing events and attractions coming to the Sioux Falls Area this month. Even with the start of school, there is still so much going on in the Sioux Empire during the last half of August. The weather is perfect for some area lake swimming, late summer camping, and hiking.
If you are looking for things to do-we have you covered! Check out our full calendar here. Whatever you get into this month, we hope you have a blast soaking in the end of summer with your family.
August in the Sioux Falls Area
Music
Looking for a fun date night or girls’ night out? Russell Dickerson will be playing at The District on August 2nd here in Sioux Falls.
The String Beans will be at the Levitt at 10:30 am on August 2nd for their children’s show. On August 23rd, you can catch another Saturday morning family show at 10:30 am with The Sampson Brothers.
The Levitt is going strong all August long! Make sure to check out their full schedule to see who is all playing on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday Nights.
Enjoy music every Monday evening at McKennan Park at 7 pm at the Bandshell. These free concerts are always a relaxing treat to start off the week. Their last Monday night show for the summer will be on August 25th.
The LightLight Music Festival is back this year in Downtown Sioux Falls. LifeLight is a one-day festival on August 31st this year.
Outdoor
The Outdoor Campus’s Annual Hunting and Gear Giveaway is on August 9th this year, starting at 10 am. Make sure to arrive on time for this generous event. The Outdoor Campus gives away outdoor gear for free on this day in order to help give access to the outdoors.
Speaking of the Outdoor Campus, they are hosting a Super Saturday Fishing on August 9th as well! This event is free to attend for the public, and is open-house style (no registration is required). .
Family Fun
The Sioux Empire Fair is taking place from August 1st to 9th! Get ready for days filled with family fun, activities, fair food, vendors, live music, and more. There is so much to see and do at the Sioux Empire Fair.
Get ready for a great family event, Discover Aviation Day on August 6th, sponsored by Areostart. This FREE event is packed full of family fun, engaging learning, and more.
The Heartland County Corn Maze is set to open up on August 15th this year! Get some fall-fun in a bit earlier this year!
Fall is coming soon! Another fall attraction opening up later this month is the Country Apple Orchard. Their opening day is August 29th this year, for Labor Day weekend! Apple picking will open up, as for now, on August 27th.
The Turner County Fair is a favorite in the Sioux Falls Area! The Turner County Fair in Parker is from August 11th to 14th this year. For more fair fun, check out our listing of area county fairs!
Farmers Markets
There are plenty of Farmers’ Markets in the Sioux Falls Area in August, and the produce will be at it’s peak this month. Check out some of the area farmers’ markets below. To see a full Area Farmers Market Guide, click on the link!
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
Also new this year is Tea’s Saturday’s in the Park. 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. The August event is on the 17th.
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.
