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Sioux Empire Fair/W.H. Lyon Fairgrounds

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Check out our year-round events at www.siouxempirefair.com! Sioux Empire Fair
July 31-August 8, 2026 Join us each year for the highlight of summer!

The Sioux Empire Fair is the largest fair in South Dakota and the best source for family fun, national headline concerts, carnival rides, commercial displays, and agricultural activities.

06/19/2026

It’s show day! 🎉
The Great Plains Junior Breeding Sheep Show starts today and runs through Friday, with the Seth Playter Memorial Market Lamb Show on Saturday. Come watch youth exhibitors proudly present their sheep and celebrate the next generation of agriculture leaders.
🐑 Good luck to all exhibitors - we’re glad to have you here!
🔗https://www.siouxempirefair.com/events/2026/gpjrsheepshow2026

06/18/2026

The SDCA Region Roundup is happening tomorrow at the W. H. Lyon Fairgrounds. Join fellow producers and industry partners for a day of learning, discussion, and community. We also have an in-person BQA training at 2:30pm before the Roundup ifyou need to update your certification!
🐄 We hope to see you there!
🔗 https://www.siouxempirefair.com/events/2026/sdca-region-roundup

06/16/2026

🎆 Fireworks at the Fair – 2026 🎆
Kick off the Sioux Empire Fair in unforgettable style on July 31 and celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary with a can’t-miss night of fun and fireworks!

Join us for Sneak Peek Night, where you can enjoy reduced admission and be among the first to experience the excitement of the fair. Stroll the grounds, grab your favorite eats from our incredible food vendors, visit the petting zoo, and explore the Discovery Barn - all open and ready for opening night fun.

Then, cap off the evening with a spectacular fireworks show that will light up the summer sky! Grab a seat in the grandstand, sit back, and take in a dazzling display you won’t forget.

It’s the perfect way to kick off Premier Bank / Premier Bankcard Weekend, and the start of an amazing Sioux Empire Fair!
More info 👉 https://www.siouxempirefair.com/events/2026/fireworksatthefair-2026

06/12/2026

Calling all young livestock exhibitors! 🐑
The Great Plains Junior Breeding Sheep Show and Seth Playter Memorial Market Lamb Show are coming up June 18-21! This event showcases the hard work, dedication, and skill of youth exhibitors from across the region—and it’s always a great day in the barns.

📍 Make plans to attend and support these outstanding young showmen and women: https://www.siouxempirefair.com/events/2026/gpjrsheepshow2026

06/11/2026

Mark your calendars! 🗓️
The SDCA Region Roundup is headed to the W. H. Lyon Fairgrounds on June 19th and brings cattle producers together for connection, conversation, and industry updates. It’s a great chance to learn, network, and support South Dakota’s beef community. Need to get your BQA certification up to date? Come early and join Dr. Warren Rusche with SDSU for an in-person BQA training at 2:30 pm!
🔗 Region Roundup: https://www.siouxempirefair.com/events/2026/sdca-region-roundup
🔗 BQA Training: https://www.siouxempirefair.com/events/2026/sdca-region-roundup

06/09/2026

Hold onto your hats - the adrenaline is back! The Monsters in the Midway Bulls & Broncs and the Sioux Empire Championship Rodeo are charging into the Sioux Empire Fair, and you won’t want to miss a second of the action.

From heart-pounding bull riding to fearless bronc busting, these fan-favorite events bring the grit, skill, and excitement that define rodeo tradition. Whether you’re a lifelong rodeo fan or experiencing it for the first time, there’s nothing quite like the energy under the arena lights.

Both events are FREE with paid fair admission!
🐂 Monsters in the Midway - August 7 👉https://www.siouxempirefair.com/events/2026/monsters-in-the-midway-2026
🤠 Sioux Empire Championship Rodeo - August 8 👉 https://www.siouxempirefair.com/events/2026/siouxempirechampionshiprodeo2026

06/06/2026

Huzzah! 🎉 The Siouxland Renaissance Festival is HERE!
Join us today at the W. H. Lyon Fairgrounds for live entertainment, swordplay, delicious eats, unique vendors, and plenty of medieval fun. Whether you’re cheering on the knights or exploring the village, there’s adventure around every corner.
🔗 https://www.siouxempirefair.com/events/2026/siouxland-renaissance-festival-2026

06/05/2026

Happy 605 Day! 🎉 We’re proud to call the 605 state home - where community comes together, traditions run deep, and summer fun is always just around the corner. Here’s to South Dakota and all the moments we share right here at the W.H. Lyon Fairgrounds! 🌽🎡

06/04/2026

Get ready, Sioux Empire - Carly Pearce is making her return to the Sioux Empire Fair on Saturday, August 1! After her show was cut short by weather in 2021, we’re beyond excited to welcome her back to the Billion Automotive Main Stage for a full night of unforgettable hits. 🤠✨

Sing along to your favorites and experience Carly’s powerhouse vocals live—this time, the party goes all night long!

🎟 FREE with paid fair admission
🔥 Pit Passes are on sale now!
👉 https://www.siouxempirefair.com/events/2026/carlypearce-aug126

06/02/2026

Hear ye, hear ye! 🏰
The Siouxland Renaissance Festival is nearly upon us at the W. H. Lyon Fairgrounds! Step back in time and enjoy a weekend filled with knights, performers, merchants, music, and merriment for all ages. Don your best garb (or come as you are!) and prepare for a truly royal experience.
👉 Gather your crew and plan your visit now:
🔗 https://www.siouxempirefair.com/events/2026/siouxland-renaissance-festival-2026

Address

100 North Lyon Boulevard
Sioux Falls, SD
57107

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 10pm
Tuesday	10am - 10pm
Wednesday	10am - 10pm
Thursday	10am - 10pm
Friday	10am - 10pm
Saturday	10am - 10pm
Sunday	10am - 10pm

Telephone

+16053677178

Website

http://www.siouxempirefair.com/

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