Eighty-seven years of livestock exhibitors, live music, entertainment, carnival rides, rodeos, and fried food returns at the end of July through August 8. Performances from Carly Pearce , Skillet , Hairball , and more will grace the grandstands. The first night of the fair will wrap with a dazzling fireworks display, and don’t miss the finale with the inaugural Taulelle Concessions Corndog Eating Contest on August 8 for adults and juniors. MORE INFO: SIOUXEMPIREFAIR.COM. 4 to do in August Due to cancellation possibilities, please check event websites & social posts before attending. Things As one of the world’s largest motorcycle events, the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally has celebrated motorcycle culture with bike shows, scenic rides, concerts, and countless vendors. The 20th Annual Cycle Source Custom Bike Show will take place at the Iron Horse Saloon . Other rally events will be taking place all across town at Kickstands , One Eyed Jack’s , Loud American Sturgis , The Knuckle Saloon , and beyond. MORE INFO: STURGISMOTORCYCLERALLY.COM. 2 AUGUST 7-16 86th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally Locations Vary • Sturgis • All day 1 AUGUST 1-8 W.H Lyon Fairground • Sioux Falls • All Day 87th Annual Sioux Empire Fair EVENTS
3 AUGUST 26-30
Corn Palace Festival
The Corn Palace • Mitchell • Times Vary The Corn Palace Festival will celebrate the annual redecoration of the famous attraction with carnival rides, specialty vendors, local produce, arts, crafts, photography contests, food, and live music. Andy Grammer is set to perform on August 28, and Cole Swindell on the 29. From 1892 to 2026, the festival celebrated artistry, local creations, and joy. MORE INFO: CORNPALACE.COM.
4 AUGUST 28-30
Locations Vary • Hot Springs • Times Vary The 11th Annual Fall River Flight Fest —formerly known as the Fall River Hot Air Balloon Festival —is returning to the Hot Springs area for magical moments of over 20 hot air balloons flying through the sky. Following the balloon launch, there will be activities, live music, Fall River Flight Fest
vendors and food for everyone to enjoy together. Check out the full schedule of fun, including the Light Up Downtown Night Glow . MORE INFO: FALLRIVER BALLOONFEST.COM.
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