Winter Weekends

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For four weekends, dive into the holiday spirit of Downtown Sioux Falls. Whether you crave the mesmerizing glow of lights, holiday-themed programming for the family or the thrill of ice bumper cars, Winter Weekends presented by MarketBeat brings weekly themes to celebrate the time of year. 

Join us at the 10th Street Mural on Fridays from 1 to 5 p.m., Saturdays from 1 to 8 p.m., and Sundays from 1 to 5 p.m. See the full schedule below for details!

What To Expect

Weather Permitting

Photo Ops: Capture the season at our photo scene featuring bright lights that will bring your holiday spirit alive!

Glice & Ice Bumper Cars: These round colorful tubes have wheels and their own motor which lets you glide around with ease! Their controls are like a video game. Choose to zoom around, smash into other cars in true bumper form, or spin in circles!

$10 for adults, $5 for children per 12-minute session. Free from 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 2 and Sunday, Dec. 3.

Glice rink provided by the Boys and Girls Club of the Sioux Empire, First PREMIER Bank, and First PREMIER Bankcard.

Food and Drink: Enjoy a festive holiday drink—from beer to a cozy cup of hot cocoa. Food trucks from Black Iris Coffee and Chick-fil-A Empire Place will be available at select times during Winter Weekends. (Must be 21 or older to drink/order alcohol.)

Live Entertainment: Local musicians and performers will provide a festive environment. Programmed by the Washington Pavilion and sponsored by 334-RENT.

Santa: Mark your calendars and bring your holiday wish list for Mr. and Mrs. Claus from 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 2 and Sunday, Dec. 3!

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Full Schedule

Each weekend will feature a special theme and new activities for you and the whole family!

Celebrate Downtown (Nov. 24–26)

Friday, Nov. 24

5 to 10 p.m.

GLICE & ICE BUMPER CARS: Swing down and check out our new Ice Bumper Cars and Glice Rink. Ice Bumper Cars are limited and require a purchased ticket to ride. Glice Rink provided by the Boys and Girls Club of the Sioux Empire, First PREMIER Bank, and First PREMIER Bankcard.

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT: Heading downtown for the Parade of Lights? Stop by the 10th Street Mural before the parade for holiday music from Dakota Entertainment. Beverages available for purchase.

LIGHTING OF THE TREE – WASHINGTON PAVILION: Add the Washington Pavilion to your list of must-see holiday lights and decorations as Sioux Falls’ largest Christmas tree turns bright at 6:25 p.m. Watch the nightly light show at the corner of 11th Street and Main Avenue as the lights dance to holiday hits and fun jams. Enjoy fabulous photo opportunities and more.

PARADE OF LIGHTS: Join us for the 31st Annual Parade of Lights as we light up the city and welcome in the 2023 Holiday Season! The Parade of Lights has become a family tradition, attracting thousands who have reveled in the coming joy of the season. The parade begins at 7:30 p.m. Holiday floats with festive decorations and plenty of lights will line the streets of historic downtown for the public to enjoy the sights and sounds of the holidays! The parade route runs on Phillips Ave. between 13th St. and 5th St.

Saturday, Nov. 25

Small Business Saturday | 1 to 5 p.m.

FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENTS: While you’re out supporting Small Business Saturday and walking around downtown Sioux Falls, stop by for some fun! We will have free yard games such as bean bags, giant Jenga, and bocce ball available to play! In addition, we will have a free fall leaf craft and toddler obstacle course.

GLICE & ICE BUMPER CARS! Swing down and check out our new Ice Bumper Cars and Glice Rink. Ice Bumper Cars are limited and require a purchased ticket to ride. Glice Rink provided by the Boys and Girls Club of the Sioux Empire, First PREMIER Bank, and First PREMIER Bankcard.

5 to 8 p.m.

GLICE & ICE BUMPER CARS: Swing down and check out our new Ice Bumper Cars and Glice Rink. Ice Bumper Cars are limited and require a purchased ticket to ride. Glice Rink provided by the Boys and Girls Club of the Sioux Empire, First PREMIER Bank, and First PREMIER Bankcard.

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT: Dakota Entertainment will be spinning holiday tunes. Come by and get into the holiday spirit! Beverages available for purchase.

Sunday, Nov. 26

1 to 5 p.m.

Event canceled due to weather.

Supported by Experience Sioux Falls.

North Pole Jingle & Mingle (Dec. 1–3)

Friday, Dec. 1

5 to 8 p.m.

FIRST FRIDAY: Wear your favorite holiday sweater and join us downtown for some FIRST FRIDAY fun!

WASHINGTON PAVILION: Free admission to the Kirby Science Discovery Center and Visual Arts Center. Various science activities including Avera Stage Science and fascinating demonstrations with science center interactors, exciting scavenger hunts, and artist receptions in the Visual Arts Center. Discounted tickets to educational films in the Wells Fargo CineDome.

CAROLE-OKE: The best way to spread holiday cheer is singing loud for all to hear! Share your holiday spirit by participating in a fun Carole-oke (Karaoke) sing-along by Dakota Entertainment at the 10th Street Mural! Beverages available for purchase.

GLICE & ICE BUMPER CARS: Swing down and check out our new Ice Bumper Cars and Glice Rink. Ice Bumper Cars are limited and require a purchased ticket to ride. Glice Rink provided by the Boys and Girls Club of the Sioux Empire, First PREMIER Bank, and First PREMIER Bankcard.

Saturday, Dec. 2

North Pole Jingle & Mingle | 1 to 5 p.m.

SANTA: Experience the magic of the North Pole with a visit to Santa and Mrs. Claus. Take a moment to share your holiday wish list and create a special memory to last a lifetime! 

CANDY CANE HUNT: Kick off your Candy Cane Hunt at the 10th Street Mural for instructions and riddles to help you search your way through downtown. Candy canes will be scattered throughout downtown businesses. Once you solve the riddles and find the candy canes come back to the 10th Street Mural to visit Santa and collect a prize.  

GLICE & FREE ICE BUMPER CARS: Come down and enjoy FREE Ice Bumper Car rides provided by First PREMIER Bank and First PREMIER Bankcard.

5 to 8 p.m.

NORTH POLE NETWORKING: Wear your favorite holiday sweater and join us downtown for some North Pole Networking!

CAROLE-OKE: The best way to spread holiday cheer is singing loud for all to hear! Share your holiday spirit by participating in a fun Carole-oke (Karaoke) sing-along by Dakota Entertainment at the 10th Street Mural! Beverages available for purchase.

GLICE & ICE BUMPER CARS: Swing down and check out our new Ice Bumper Cars and Glice Rink. Ice Bumper Cars are limited and require a purchased ticket to ride. Glice Rink provided by the Boys and Girls Club of the Sioux Empire, First PREMIER Bank, and First PREMIER Bankcard.

Sunday, Dec. 3

1 to 5 p.m.

SANTA: Experience the magic of the North Pole with a visit to Santa and Mrs. Claus. Take a moment to share your holiday wish list and create a special memory to last a lifetime!

CANDY CANE HUNT: Kick off your Candy Cane Hunt at the 10th Street Mural for instructions and riddles to help you search your way through downtown. Candy canes will be scattered throughout downtown businesses. Once you solve the riddles and find the candy canes come back to the 10th Street Mural to visit Santa and collect a prize.

GLICE & FREE ICE BUMPER CARS: Come down and enjoy FREE Ice Bumper Car rides provided by First PREMIER Bank and First PREMIER Bankcard.

Supported by First PREMIER Bank and PREMIER Bankcard.

Happy Grinchmas! (Dec. 8–10)

Friday, Dec. 8

5 to 8 p.m.

WINTER WEEKEND DOWNTOWN CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER

Saturday, Dec. 9

1 to 5 p.m.

GRINCH EVENTS ON SATURDAY MOVED TO TUTHILL HOUSE (3600 S. Cliff Ave.) DUE TO WEATHER

The Grinch tried to steal Christmas, but in the end, his small heart grew three sizes when he learned the true meaning of the holiday. Meet us at the Tuthill House for a fun-filled afternoon of Grinch activities. Decorate a Grinch Bag, make a paper-chain Grinch, listen to the story “How the Grinch Stole Christmas,” and so much more!  Story will be read at 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.

WINTER WEEKEND DOWNTOWN CANCELED ON SATURDAY DUE TO WEATHER

5 to 8 p.m.

WINTER WEEKEND DOWNTOWN CANCELED ON SATURDAY DUE TO WEATHER

Sunday, Dec. 10

1 to 5 p.m.

FREE FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENTS: The Grinch tried to steal Christmas, but in the end, his small heart grew three sizes when he learned the true meaning of the holiday.  Join Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation and Siouxland Libraries for a fun-filled afternoon of Grinch activities. Decorate a Grinch Bag, make a paper chain Grinch, listen to the story “How the Grinch Stole Christmas,” and so much more!  Story will be read at 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.

GLICE & ICE BUMPER CARS: Swing down and check out our new Ice Bumper Cars and Glice Rink. Ice Bumper Cars are limited and require a purchased ticket to ride. Glice Rink provided by the Boys and Girls Club of the Sioux Empire, First PREMIER Bank, and First PREMIER Bankcard.

Supported by AARP.

Winter Wonderland–20th Anniversary (Dec. 15–17)

Friday, Dec. 15

5 to 8 p.m.

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT: See a live performance from Six Feet Above. Feel the magic of the holiday season by joining friends downtown for some amazing light displays and live music. Beverages available for purchase.

Supported by 334-RENT.

GLICE & ICE BUMPER CARS: Swing down and check out our new Ice Bumper Cars and Glice Rink. Ice Bumper Cars are limited and require a purchased ticket to ride. Glice Rink provided by the Boys and Girls Club of the Sioux Empire, First PREMIER Bank, and First PREMIER Bankcard.

Saturday, Dec. 16

1 to 5 p.m.

FREE FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENTS: Stop by the 10th Street Mural on your way to Winter Wonderland to add to your holiday-filled day. Create a thumb print wonderland lights craft to take home with you. Enjoy playing a tree ring-toss game, snowman bean bag toss, snowman darts, and holiday bowling! Make your best guess on our Winter Wonderland facts game for the chance to win special prizes. Join us to celebrate the holidays with some winter fun.

GLICE & ICE BUMPER CARS: Swing down and check out our new Ice Bumper Cars and Glice Rink. Ice Bumper Cars are limited and require a purchased ticket to ride. Glice Rink provided by the Boys and Girls Club of the Sioux Empire, First PREMIER Bank, and First PREMIER Bankcard.

5 to 8 p.m.

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT: See live performances from South Dakota Aerial & Arts, Jordan Jaacks, and Joey Colombi. Feel the magic of the holiday season by joining friends downtown for some amazing light displays and live music. Beverages available for purchase.

Supported by 334-RENT.

GLICE & ICE BUMPER CARS: Swing down and check out our new Ice Bumper Cars and Glice Rink. Ice Bumper Cars are limited and require a purchased ticket to ride. Glice Rink provided by the Boys and Girls Club of the Sioux Empire, First PREMIER Bank, and First PREMIER Bankcard.

Sunday, Dec. 17

1 to 5 p.m.

FREE FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENTS: Stop by the 10th Street Mural on your way to Winter Wonderland to add to your holiday-filled day. Create a thumb print wonderland lights craft to take home with you. Enjoy playing a tree ring-toss game, snowman bean bag toss, snowman darts, and holiday bowling! Make your best guess on our Winter Wonderland facts game for the chance to win special prizes. Join us to celebrate the holidays with some winter fun.

GLICE & ICE BUMPER CARS: Swing down and check out our new Ice Bumper Cars and Glice Rink. Ice Bumper Cars are limited and require a purchased ticket to ride. Glice Rink provided by the Boys and Girls Club of the Sioux Empire, First PREMIER Bank, and First PREMIER Bankcard.

Supported by the Sioux Falls Parks Foundation.

Event Sponsors

Thank you to the sponsors who make Winter Weekends possible:

MarketBeat

Experience Sioux Falls

AARP South Dakota

First Premier Bank

Sioux Falls Parks Foundation 

Washington Pavilion

Downtown Sioux Falls Inc.

Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation

Sioux Falls Golf

Black Iris Coffee

Chick-fil-A Empire Place

Boys and Girls Club of the Sioux Empire

Quality Storage Buildings

334-RENT
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Schedule

November 24 through December 17

5–8 p.m. Fridays

1–8 p.m. Saturdays

1–5 p.m. Sundays

Location

10th Street Mural
East 10th Street and Mall Avenue in Downtown Sioux Falls

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