7 Can't-Miss Events in Sioux Falls

No matter the season, there sure are plenty of big events upcoming to keep the fun going. Mark your calendars to explore all that Sioux Falls has to offer!

Fall Festival

The annual Fall Festival at the Country Apple Orchard is officially open for the season and will be open every weekend through the end of October. Enjoy seasonal favorites like apple pie, apple cider, apple picking, pumpkin patch and a wide range of activities for the kids such as a petting zoo, apple cannon range, hay bale maze, kiddie train rides, 90-foot jumping pillows, and much more.

Pumpkin Festival

You will find more fun fall activities at Riverview Christmas Tree Farm's annual Pumpkin Festival taking place the first three weekends in October. With activities like pumpkin picking, live music, inflatables, train rides, pumpkin cannon, farm animals, a beer garden, fall treats, and more, this festival is sure to provide fun for the whole family.

Downtown Pork Showdown

The annual Downtown Pork Showdown is your chance to try unique, signature dishes at downtown restaurants in October. Participating eateries will each have one pork dish in the monthlong competition for diners to sample, savor, and review. Cast your vote to determine the winning restaurant of the 2025 Downtown Pork Showdown.

Native American Day Parade

Celebrate Native American heritage on October 13 on Phillips Avenue in Downtown Sioux Falls for the 8th Annual Native American Day Parade.

ZooBoo

Enjoy Halloween fun during the Great Plains Zoo's annual ZooBoo, place October 17-18. Let the kids partake in this trick-or-treat experience while exploring the Zoo with animal encounters along the way.

Heartland Country Corn Maze

Navigate your way through the Heartland Country Corn Maze this fall. This 11-acre maze features a unique design each year. Don't miss the hidden markers throughout the maze to solve a puzzle for a prize at the end. Open Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays through October 26.

Downtown Sioux Falls Trick-or-Treat

Bring your little ghosts, goblins, and ghouls downtown for a safe, fun, and festive afternoon during the annual Downtown Trick-or-Treat on October 26. Downtown Sioux Falls businesses open their doors to costumed kiddos and families for a community-wide celebration filled with treats, smiles, and spooky vibes.