Special Events
YOGA AT THE LEVITT
LEVITT SHELL SIOUX FALLS | #150026 | AGES: 14+
Come celebrate National Parks and Recreation month with yoga at one of our new and exciting sites in town. Join us for a relaxing yoga session where all ages and levels are welcome. Each session will introduce a different yoga partner in town. Door prize drawings held, and participants must be present to win. Weather permitting. No registration required.
JUL 29 | WED | 6:00–6:45 P.M. | SANFORD WELLNESS
FREE
HYDRANT BLOCK PARTY
Sioux Falls Fire Rescue and Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation will be coming to your neighborhood this summer to bring the fun! Keep cool by enjoying water sprays and games. No registration required.
JUL 30 | THU | 1–3 P.M. | WHITTIER PARK
AUG 6 | THU | 1–3 P.M. | MORNINGSIDE PARK
AUG 13 | THU | 1–3 P.M. | JEFFERSON PARK
Additional locations to be announced.
FREE
YOGA IN THE PARK SERIES
EAST COVELL LAKE | #150024 | AGES 14+
Come enjoy our beautiful park system and take a deep breath of fresh air with us while gaining flexibility, better posture, and learning stress– relieving moves through yoga! We are excited to partner with local yoga studios to provide an all ages and levels session. Each session hosted by a different instructor. Weekly door prize drawings held, must be present to win. Weather permitting. Please bring your own yoga mat. No registration required. Free. Ages: 14+.
AUG 1 | SAT | 8-9 AM | AMY MILLER TRAINING
AUG 8 | SAT | 8-9 AM | KOSHA YOGA
AUG 15 | SAT | 8-9 AM | SANFORD WELLNESS
AUG 22 | SAT | 8-9 AM | BARRE3
AUG 29 | SAT | 8-9 AM | SANFORD WELLNESS
FREE
DOG YOGA
FAMILY PARK | ALL AGES
We will be offering a nice and relaxing yoga session in partnership with Sanford Wellness, while our dogs choose to either participate or go play by themselves. This fun-filled class will focus on the basics of yoga while incorporating the outside environment at one of our many beautiful parks in town. This class will also be providing people pet bonding time and a chance for dogs to socialize. Bringing your dog is recommended but not mandatory to attend class! All ages/levels welcome. Registration required.
SEP 5 | SAT | 10–11 A.M.
Register FREE
ROAD RACES
SPENCER PARK | AGES: 6 +
Join the fun and competition of Monday night road races for all ages. Races will be 3,000 and 5,000 meters and will follow the Greenway recreation trail.
SEP 7–SEP 28 | MON | 6:30 P.M.
Register FREE
TOUCH-A-TRUCK
HARMODON PARK | ALL AGES
Have you ever wondered what it is like to sit behind the steering wheel of a truck that you passed on the street? Touch-A-Truck gives your family an opportunity to explore various vehicles and talk to the people who operate them. Inflatables will be available as well. Fun for the entire family. No registration required.
SEP 11 | FRI | 6–8 P.M. | FREE
Register FREE
TRY IT DAY
MIDCO® AQUATIC CENTER | ALL AGES
Are you ready to dive into a workout routine? Whether you are new or just cannot get enough of the water, join us for a water workout frenzy. Classes will run for 20 minutes, allowing you to experience a few of our fun water workouts. We will feature some of our favorite classes including BOGA and Hydroriders.
SEP 12 | SAT | 8:30–10 A.M. | DAILY ADMISSION
Register FREE
WIBIT® EVENTS
MIDCO® AQUATIC CENTER | ALL AGES
A Wibit® is an inflatable used in the water to create additional fun for all ages! Midco® Aquatic Center will host Wibit® events. Participants will need to have an active swim pass or pay daily admission rates. Lap lanes may not be available when the Action Tower is in use. No registration required.
SEP 13 | SUN | 12 NOON–5 P.M. | ACTION TOWER
OCT 11 | SUN | 12 NOON–5 P.M. | ACTION TOWER & WIGGLEBRIDGE
NOV 27–NOV 29 | FRI–SUN | ALL DAY | WIGGLEBRIDGE
FLICK AND FLOAT EVENTS
MIDCO® AQUATIC CENTER | #920099 ALL AGES
Looking for a fun afternoon? Come join us at the Midco® Aquatic Center for a floating good time watching a movie. Whoever thought an afternoon watching a favorite movie could be so fun! Inner tubes will be provided. Participants will need to have an active swim pass or pay daily admission rates.
SEP 20 | SUN | 2 P.M. | Surf’s Up
OCT 25 | SUN | 2 P.M. | Onward
NOV 29 | SUN | 2 P.M. | Frozen II
BEHIND THE SCENES AT MIDCO® AQUATIC CENTER
MIDCO® AQUATIC CENTER | AGES: 18+
Have you ever been to Midco® Aquatic Center and wondered how and why things work? Would you like to know more about pool rules and recreational opportunities available at the aquatic center? This fall, Parks and Recreation is offering a chance to learn about these things as well as take a behind-the-scenes tour. You’ll find out about the chemicals and equipment we use to keep the pools clear and safe. Facility staff will introduce you to the systems that are used to keep the center’s amenities clean and comfortable for all users. We will discuss how staff keeps you safe at the facility as well as aquatic recreation and fitness offerings. Participants will need to have an active swim pass or pay daily admission rates. Registration required.
SEP 24 | THU | 10–11 A.M.
Register Active Swim Pass or Daily Admission
PAWS IN THE PARK
FAMILY DOG PARK | ALL AGES
Join us for our annual dog festival! Bring your furry friends and connect with dog enthusiasts from all over town! There will be an everyday dog show with contests, vendors, raffles, and more. If you are interested in becoming a vendor for this event, please call 605-367-3530.
OCT 3 | SAT | 1–3 P.M.
Register FREE
SUNSET FISHING
COVELL LAKE AT TERRACE PARK | ALL AGES
Whether you already enjoy fishing or would like to learn how to fish, this program is for you! Fishing is a great way to relieve stress while spending time outdoors. Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation will provide all of the necessary equipment for you and your family to have an enjoyable evening of fishing. Poles and bait will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Individuals 16 years of age and older must have a valid South Dakota fishing license. No registration required.
OCT 6 | TUE | 5:30–6:30 P.M.
OCT 20 | TUE | 5:30–6:30 P.M
Register FREE
FLOATING PUMPKIN PATCH
MIDCO® AQUATIC CENTER | ALL AGES
Do not miss the coolest pumpkin patch in town! Jump in and pick your pumpkin! We will have fun carnival games and enter to win our BIG pumpkin. Participants will need to have an active swim pass or pay daily admission rates. Registration required.
OCT 17 | SAT | 2:30–4 P.M.
Register $10 PER PARTICIPANT
FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT
OYATE C.C. | ALL AGES
Join us for a family movie night at “our house” as we host free family movie nights. Enjoy some quality time with your family, while watching a great movie! You are welcome to bring chairs, blankets, or pillows to get comfortable watching a movie in the gymnasium. Do not forget to bring your favorite movie snacks!
OCT 23 | FRI | 6:30 P.M. | OYATE | DUMBO
Register FREE
GLOW HIKE
GREAT BEAR | AGES: 6+
Hiking in nature has been shown to be a powerful anxiety and stress reliever for people of all ages. This adventurous night hike is recommended for participants ages 6 and up that are able to hike at least one mile on sometimes uneven terrain. A registered adult must accompany children. Glow sticks will be provided, but a flashlight or headlamp is recommended. Please wear sturdy shoes and bring a water bottle. Registration required.
OCT 27 | TUE | 6–7 P.M.
Register FREE
DEFRIGHTFUL FAMILY FUN
KUEHN C.C. | ALL AGES
Get an early start on your celebration by dressing up in your favorite costume for an afternoon of family fun. Let your ghouls and goblins participate in family-friendly games, win prizes, enjoy inflatables, and much more. No registration required.
OCT 31 | SAT | 1–3 P.M.
Register FREE
S’MORE FUN RUN
DUNHAM PARK | AGES: 10+
Work up a sweat, and earn a sweet treat in the process! Throughout the fun run, you will come to various stations and earn one essential component of a s’more! By the end of the fun run, you will come upon our bonfire where you can enjoy your tasty snack. Have a hankering for more? Take the run again to earn another!
NOV 7 | SAT | 6–7 P.M.
Register FREE
FAMILY KARAOKE FUN
KUEHN C.C. | ALL AGES
Enjoy some family time at Kuehn Community Center this fall with our Family Karaoke Fun. As the name states, the whole family is invited for this Karaoke-filled night, where you can team up with a family member to sing a song or even challenge another family for a song battle. Registration required.
NOV 12 | THU | 6–8 P.M.
Register FREE
TURKEY SWIM
MIDCO® AQUATIC CENTER | ALL AGES
Swim or water walk for a chance to take home a turkey or pie for Thanksgiving! The event will run for three days and each milestone you reach (500, 1,000, 1,500, and 2,000 meters) will earn you a prize and raffle ticket. You may swim/walk further than the 2,000 meters, but the prize and raffle tickets stop at this distance. Make it your goal to reach 2,000 so you can reach the maximum amount of four entries.
NOV 19–22 | THU–SUN
Register $10 PER PARTICIPANT
FAMILY NIGHT OUT
KENNY ANDERSON C.C. | ALL AGES
What better way to kick off the weekend than creating memories with your family! Gather the family and come have fun with our entertainment, carnival games, and more. An adult must accompany children. No registration required.
NOV 20 | FRI | 6:30–8:30 P.M. | KENNY ANDERSON C.C.
Register FREE
WIBIT WATER VOLLEYBALL
MIDCO® AQUATIC CENTER | ALL AGES
Gather your friends for some spiking and splashing over Thanksgiving break! Whether you are looking for friendly competition or just a good workout, water volleyball is both fun and challenging. Players must be able to comfortably stand in 4 feet of water. Participants will need to have an active swim pass or pay daily admission rates.
NOV 27–NOV 29 | FRI–SUN | ALL DAY
Register Active Swim Pass or Daily Admission
FULL MOON HIKE
GREAT BEAR | AGES: 6+
Come out and see Great Bear under the full moon’s glow! Hiking not only provides the physical relief of other exercise choices, but hiking in nature has been shown to be a powerful anxiety and stress reliever for people of all ages. A registered adult must accompany children. Participants must be able to hike one mile on uneven terrain. Please wear sturdy shoes and bring a flashlight. Limited flashlights will be available to borrow. Registration required.
NOV 30 | MON | 6–7 P.M.
Register FREE
