Aberdeen, South Dakota
Upcoming Events in Aberdeen South Dakota
April
| 5 - 7 |
Annual Aberdeen A.B.A.T.E & FM Crusaders Bike Show and Dance
- Enjoy some of the finest bikes in the region. There will be bkies, vendors, and dance sponsored by the Aberdeen A.B.A.T.E. Chapter and the FM Crusaders MC Address: Dakota Events Center 702 Lamont St. Aberdeen, SD 57401 , Aberdeen, South Dakota |
May
| 20 |
Walk MS: Aberdeen Walk
- Walk MS connects people living with MS and those who care about them. This community event raises critical funds to support life-changing programs and cutting-edge research. It is an experience unlike any other — a day to come together, to celebrate the progress we’ve made and to show the power of our connections. Join friends, family and your community and walk to create a world free of MS. For more information and to register, visit myMSwalk.org. Address: Aberdeen, SD , Aberdeen, South Dakota |
| 27 - 13 |
Northeast Area Horse Racing
- Enjoy 3 weekends of horse racing in Aberdeen! Live horse racing, many food vendors, daily give-aways and children`s activities. Saturday and Sunday. Address: Brown County Fairgrounds. , Aberdeen, South Dakota |
| 4 - 5 |
Amazing May Shopping Day
- Amazing May Shopping Day May 18th 11am to 6 pm at the Dakota Event Center in the Dakota Room over 34 booths! Great Shopping and drawings/raffle tickets. Face Painting & animal balloons $7 face $2 balloon & $100 drawing. Aberdeen SD. Address: Dakota Event Center , Aberdeen, South Dakota |
June
| 8 - 9 |
Arts in the Park
- More than 120 exhibitors fill Melgaard Park for a weekend of fun, food, entertainment and fantastic arts and crafts! Address: Melgaard Park , Aberdeen, South Dakota |
July
| 4 |
Wylie Park 4th of July Celebration
- Join in the celebration of 4th of July at Wylie Park. During the day visit Storybook Land and the Land of Oz, play mini-golf, ride the Bumper Boats, Go-Karts, Paddleboats, Canoes, Fun Yaks and more. Bring a picnic and enjoy the sunshine. At night, take part in Storybook Land Theatre Performance in the Castle, Entertainment, Aqua Addicts Ski Show, Duck Derby, music by the Municipal Band, and a Fireworks Display. 10am -10pm. Ph: 605-626-7015 (Always call and confirm events) |
| 25 - 26 |
Summer Nationals at Brown County Speedway
- The areas best stock car racing on dirt for two nights, complete shows each night. Late Models, Modifieds, Super Stocks, Street Stocks, Midwest Modifieds and Pure Stocks will be in the races. Drivers from all over the upper Midwest will compete for over $52,000 in prize money. Address: Brown County Fairgrounds Speedway , Aberdeen, South Dakota |
| 29 |
Annual Miles of Smiles
- Free family fun day with inflatables and all your favorite characters and games. 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM . Address: Wylie Park , Aberdeen, South Dakota |
| 12 - 13 |
Storybook Land Festival
- Experience a world of imagination, myth and magic as nationally recognized authors, storytellers, and entertainment bring children's stories to life. Address: Storybook Land at Wylie Park , Aberdeen, South Dakota |
| 20 |
Blues, Brews & BBQ
- An Aberdeen Area Rib Fest complete with Rib, Brisket and pork vendors, beer garden, multiple bands with emphasis on blues and jazz music, backyard grill master cook-off (for amateur cooks), vendors and children's area. This family oriented festival provides something for everyone in a great, safe, outdoor setting! Cooks are encouraged to compete in the backyard grill master cook-off, its easy to do--if you can cook it on a grill, it qualifies! There are several divisions you can compete in or enter them all! More information coming to the website closer to the event. Address: Centennial Village - Brown County Fairgrounds, 400 24th Ave NW , Aberdeen, South Dakota |
August
| 3 |
James Valley Model Railroad Open House
- 4 different layouts with 3 different scales of trains. Ask members for help. New members welcome. 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Address: Old Milwaukee Railroad Depot - Basement Aberdeen, SD 57401 , Aberdeen, South Dakota |
| 5 - 11 |
Brown County Fair
- The Brown County Fair is an annual event that has 4H and Open Class Exhibits in livestock and static classes. The PRCA brings a rodeo event each year, starting Monday night and ending Tuesday night. The grandstand performances are Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. The Brown County Fair also has entertainment on its two free stages. The Holum Expo and Odde Ice Center hosts commercial exhibits Tuesday through Sunday. Northstar Amusement brings the carnival with all your favorite rides and foods on the midway as well! There are plenty of FREE events for the kids including the Kiddie Barrel, Hay Bale Maze, Veggie 500, and more. There is no fee to park, no fee to come, so everyone come enjoy the fair! Ph: 605-626-7116 (Always call and confirm events) |
| 11 |
Aberdeen Air Show
- The Aberdeen Air Show will be free admission for all and will be featuring Darrel Massman flying his Panzl, Bill Cowden in a Yak 55, Grant Nielson flying his Pitts S1-S and Pete Talaritas flying either a Clipped Cub or an Extra. All of the performers have many hours flying aerial acts and are excited to come and perform for Aberdeen and the surrounding communities. Address: Aberdeen Regional Airport , Aberdeen, South Dakota |
| 24 | 
Sizzlin Summer Night Car and Bike Show
- The region's largest car and motorcycle show! Any car is welcome. No registration fee-no pre-registration. The free family friendly event is a summer favorite as hundreds of cars line Main Street. There is a kidz zone, food vendors and a beer garden with live music. 4pm - 8pm.Registration is free and general parking is from 2:30 - 4:00pm. If you want to pre-register, choose your spot, and park early you can do so for $25. Ph: 605-226-3441 (Always call and confirm events) |
September
| 6 - 7 |
NE Celtic Faire and Games
- The NESD Celtic Faire and Games will feature a unique blend of sporting events, agricultural events and the arts, such as storytelling, dance and music, which will educate the public on Celtic culture and its contribution to our American society and culture. The many activities such as concerts, musical workshops, dance performances, dance instruction, heritage arts demonstrations, traditional Celtic sporting events, historical and genealogical experts and authors will give participants a well-rounded understanding of the Celtic peoples and way of life. Address: Brown County Fairgrounds 400 24th Ave. NW Aberdeen, SD 57401 , Aberdeen, South Dakota |
| 12 - 14 |
South Dakota Film Festival
- South Dakota's premiere film festival featuring jury-selected films from South Dakota and the world. Address: Capitol Theatre, 417 S Main Street , Aberdeen, South Dakota |
| 12 |
Annual Blessing for the Hunt
- This is an event for outdoors people--FREE wild game feed! There is a program, booths, gun cleaning, prizes and more. 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM. Address: First United Methodist Church 502 South Lincoln Street Aberdeen, SD 57401 , Aberdeen, South Dakota |
October
| 18 - 19 |
Haunted Forest
- Two evenings of spooky tunnels, scenes, and forest trails that take visitors approximately an hour to experience. A concession area, movie, and a sales booth help to pass the time while you wait to be scared. A children's day is also provided to allow the little ones a chance to trick or treat. This event begins at 6:30 P.M. and ticket sales end at 10:00 P.M.each evening. Address: Storybook Land/Wylie Park , Aberdeen, South Dakota |
November
| 9 - 10 |
Aberdeen Winterfest
- Crafters from a tri-state area exhibit their arts and crafts. Numerous booths with food vendors, music, magic and more. 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM . Address: Aberdeen Civic Arena 201 S Washington St. Aberdeen, SD 57401 , Aberdeen, South Dakota |
December
| 23 - 24 |
Christmas on Main with Parade of Lights and More
- 6:00 p.m. At 100 Block Catch “snowballs” featuring special offers from Downtown merchants. Lighting Ceremony 6:15 p.m. At 100 Block Parade of Lights 6:30 p.m. ONLINE APPLICATION Movie on Main Friday at 7:30 p.m. Saturday at 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. At Capitol Theater Sponsored by Aberdeen American News Window Display Contest Cast your vote all day Friday and Saturday. Ballot boxes located throughout Downtown (look for the gold bows). Pictures with Santa 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. at Main Street Photo Works: 10 minute photo session with Santa $19.95 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. 100 Block: Take a photo with Santa and his sleigh for FREE. Two Day Holiday Extravaganza Friday, December 6 and Saturday, December 7 Downtown Aberdeen *We will not be doing a second page of coupons. Aberdeen Downtown Association 514 S Main St 226-3441 Ph: 605-226-3441 (Always call and confirm events) |
| 23 - 24 |
Aberdeen Community Living Christmas Tree
- 120-voice choir accompanied by a 40 piece orchestra and children`s choir present one Christmas concert on Saturday and two concerts on Sunday. A 25-foot steel structure with eight tiers holds the choir. Each tier is decorated with greenery and lights that are choreographed with the music. People are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items for the Salvation Army food drive. Drop off in the Arena foyer. Address: Aberdeen Civic Arena 201 S Washington St. Aberdeen, SD 57401 , Aberdeen, South Dakota |