Upcoming Art Festivals In South Dakota For 2026

The end of winter in South Dakota means it's time to get out and about. And what better place to get your social on than a hometown art festival? There are several scheduled for 2026 throughout the Sioux Empire and across the state. Here are some South Dakota art festivals you don't want to miss.

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Sioux Empire Spring Arts & Crafts Show

Where: WH Lyon Fairgrounds, Sioux Falls, SD
When: March 20 - 21, 2026

"The Sioux Empire Arts & Crafts Event features over 199+ Exhibiting Members with 100% handcrafted items by the most talented artists and crafter's from across the country..." - blackincevents.com

6th annual Sturgis Art Festival

Where: Downtown Sturgis, SD
When: June 6th, 2026

"Each year we team up with various arts-related organizations in Sturgis to highlight the wonderful fine arts community in the area through this new event" - sturgisareachamber.com

Aberdeen Arts in the Park

Where: Melgaard Park, Aberdeen, SD
When: June 20 - 21, 2026

"For over forty years, exhibitors have lined the pavement within Melgaard Park with their handcrafted wares on the third full weekend in June. Each year, this juried event attracts exhibitors from over a dozen states. It is estimated that over 20,000 people go through the park during the two-day event. Arts in the Park features fine and folk art, entertainment and a wide variety of food items." - aberdeenareaartscouncil.com

Brookings Summer Arts Festival

Where: Pioneer Park in Brookings, SD
When: July 11 - 12, 2026
One of the biggest art festivals in South Dakota, it attracts hundreds of artists from all over the country and thousands of visitors each year.

Festival in the Park

Where: Spearfish City Park on Canyon Street
When: July 17-19, 2026
"The Festival in the Park is one of the largest outdoor summer arts and music festivals in the upper Midwest. The Matthews Opera House & Arts Center of Spearfish, SD, organizes this popular festival." - matthewsopera.com

Yankton Riverboat Days and Summer Arts Festival

Where: Yankton, SD
When: August 21 - 23, 2026
"Held annually on the third full weekend in August this juried arts & crafts show features over 120 fine artists and craftsmen from around the country. Each year an estimated 100,000 people attend this community celebration." - yanktonareaarts.org

63rd Annual Sidewalk Arts Festival

Where: Downtown Sioux Falls, Sioux Falls, SD
When: September 12, 2026
"Sidewalk Arts Festival is a free outdoor event featuring more than 230 vendors showcasing fine art, folk art and handcrafted goods from across the region. The festival also includes nonprofit organizations, food vendors, live entertainment and activities for kids." - washingtonpavilion.org

Buffalo Roundup - Arts Festival

Where: Custer State Park
When: September 25-27, 2026
"At the Annual Buffalo Roundup Arts Festival from September 25-27, up to 150 vendors offer their fine arts and crafts for sale, including many South Dakota-made products." - https://www.visitrapidcity.com