Simplification: Winter in Sioux Falls means cold and snow, but the city has plenty of seasonal activities. Here’s a list of some events, places, and winter inspirations that will keep your family entertained this season.
Important reasons:
- The Sioux Falls area is on winter break from December 22nd to January 2nd. The kids are home for almost two weeks.
- some local organizations Sites that help you find activities, Experience Sioux Falls ‘to do’ list, Downtown Sioux Falls events page, and more.
- Matt Barthel, communications manager at Experience Sioux Falls, said: Their blog also has some inspiration for winter activities.
“It’s always great to get out and enjoy the snow, enjoy the different attractions, and get out there and experience it,” Barthel said.
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If you want to enjoy the winter weather, here are some outdoor activities.
- skiing, snowboarding, go tubing At the Great Bear Ski Valley. Skiing and snowboarding will be open by December 22nd, and tubing he hopes to open by December 26th. Hours of operation vary, but are generally 9am to 9pm. Click here for details.
- I wear snowshoes in the park. Check out snowshoeing at the Outdoor Campus, Big Sioux Recreation Area, and Good Earth State Park. Admission to the park is $8 per day. Find parks with rentals here.
- Hiking winter weather. Good Earth State Park offers group hikes on December 22nd and January 1st for $8 a day to explore the park on your own. Click here for details.
- Try ice skating in a city park. There are six outdoor rinks in the city, including Campus Park, Frank Olson Park, McKennan Park, Memorial Park, Sherman Park and Tuthill Park. The rink must be open from December 22nd to February 20th, from 4pm to 8pm on weekdays and from 1pm to 8pm on weekends. Skate rentals are $1 to $3. Click here for details.
- If you’re looking for a free option, Try sledding at Tuthill Park.Open from 5am to 10pm
“There’s always a lot going on in Sioux Falls, so winter is definitely a good time to get outside,” Barthel said.
What do you need to do inside?
Here is a list of activities that not only keep you out of the house, but also keep you out of the cold.
- find a new hobby, such as yoga or potteryThere are several yoga studios around town, including Ignite and Revolution, with a drop-in fee of $16 per class ($6 for the first studio). The Washington Pavilion offers a two-day clay workshop for $80. You can check the schedule here.
- watch a movie. The Polar Express runs every weekend at the Washington Pavilion through December 31st. Tickets are $7 and can be purchased here. For $9.50 a ticket, the State Theater shows some of the holiday season’s favorites. You can search for movies and showtimes here.
- see some creatures At the Butterfly House and Aquarium. Open daily from 10am to 4pm, admission is $10 to $14 (children under 2 are free). Click here for details.
- take classes and learn new things From Plum’s Cooking Company or Museum of Visual Materials. Plum’s offers cooking classes ranging from $80 to $110, as well as more expensive specialty classes. Here is a list of these classes: The Visual Museum hosts art classes for all ages Monday through Wednesday. Here is a list of those classes.
- Wander the museum. The Washington Pavilion has a variety of arts and science exhibits ranging from $11 to $15, with half-price tickets available after 3pm. Click here for exhibition information. Free admission to the Old Courthouse Museum and Pettigrew Home and Museum is also included. Click here for details.
- sing, dance, laugh at the Orpheum Theater. Shows such as His Carol at Christmas, Newsical, and several comedians are coming to the Orpheum this winter. Click here for the program list.