New Developments Drawing Planners to Sioux Falls

Sioux Falls has seen a wave of new developments in the last year that has been catching the eyes of professional planners, and with more developments on the horizon, this Midwestern gem is poised to make an even bigger splash in the meetings industry.

New Airport Parking Ramp + Future Expansion

Towards the end of 2024 the Sioux Falls Regional Airport opened the gates to its new four-level parking ramp which added nearly 1,000 parking spaces. The parking ramp also added a skywalk leading directly from the parking ramp to the main entry of the airport, making an even more seamless travel experience.

In addition to the new parking ramp and skywalk, the Sioux Falls Regional Airport is currently securing funding and putting together plans to add at least five new gates along with an expansion of the terminal. New gates could also bring new direct flights to destinations around the country. After setting passenger records in nine of the last twelve years, the potential expansion at the Sioux Falls Regional Airport would be a welcome addition for both residents and visitors by enhancing their experience in the city.

Canopy by Hilton

Sioux Falls welcomed Canopy by Hilton to its downtown landscape at The Steel District at the end of 2024. Canopy is a lifestyle brand of hotels from Hilton, with less than 50 of these boutique properties in the world. Throughout the hotel in Sioux Falls you will see art in both the guest rooms and public spaces that reflect the area and the city’s roots. This seven-story Canopy by Hilton features 216 guest rooms, over 16,000 square feet of meeting space, an onsite restaurant and several more attached to the property.

Jacobson Plaza + Levitt at the Falls Expansion

Construction is in its final phase at Jacobson Plaza at The Falls which will feature an ice-skating ribbon, café, all-inclusive playground, splash pad, and dog park when it’s all said and done. Spearheaded by donations from generous local families and organizations, Jacobson Plaza will be a focal point for year-round entertainment just steps away from the city’s namesake, Falls Park, and Levitt at the Falls, which holds 50 free outdoor concerts each summer.

Speaking of Levitt at the Falls, a $4.5 million expansion is underway to add a smaller second stage on the back end of the venue along with a multi-purpose room for activities such as camps. The expansion will also include space onsite for administration offices and storage, with an estimated completion date of fall 2026.

Cherapa Place

Just a few blocks away from The Steel District and Jacobson Plaza is another new development, Cherapa Place. While Cherapa Place has been there for a number of years, the development group recently added three new buildings to its property. Although the entire Cherapa Place campus is comprised of mostly office space and residential spaces, a few shops have opened such as Combine and iv&co. Locals are anticipating the opening of Pomegranate Market and Breadico, the former which will offer fresh and organic food daily, and the latter crafting sandwiches and pastries from its beloved sourdough bread.

Connecting Over Food

There’s no better genuine time than when you connect with someone while sharing a meal together. Whether that means catching up with a colleague or discussing strategies with a potential new client, Sioux Falls has a breadth of both new restaurants and mainstays that are putting out incredible dishes with their own unique touch utilizing local ingredients. Find a menu for you.