Historic Hit Musical SIX Takes the Washington Pavilion Stage May 28–June 1

Sioux Falls, SD(05/07/2025) — The Tony Award®-Winning electrifying new musical phenomenonSIXby Tony Award®-winners Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss premieres at the Washington Pavilion May 28–June 1. Great seats are still available. Secure yours atWashingtonPavilion.org/Six.

“We are thrilled to bringSIXto Sioux Falls audiences for the very first time,” says Regina Ruhberg, Director of Performances at the Washington Pavilion. “This show is bold, empowering and incredibly fun — it’s unlike anything we’ve had on our stage. Whether you’re a longtime Broadway fan or just looking for an unforgettable night out,SIXdelivers a high-energy, one-of-a-kind experience that will have you dancing in your seat.”

From Tudor Queens to Pop Icons, theSIXwives of Henry VIII take the microphone to remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into a Euphoric Celebration of 21st century girl power! This new original musical is the global sensation that everyone is losing their head over! 

The cast features Chani Maisonet as Catherine of Aragon, Gaby Albo as Anne Boleyn, Kelly Denice Taylor as Jane Seymour, Danielle Mendoza as Anna of Cleves, Alizé Cruz as Katherine Howard, and Tasia Jungbauer as Catherine Parr. The cast also includes Taylor Sage Evans, Hailey Lewis, Carlina Parker, Caroline Siegrist and Amaya White. All casting is subject to change.

SIX won 23 awards in the 2021/2022 Broadway season, including the Tony Award® for Best Original Score (Music and Lyrics) and the Outer Critics Circle Award for Best Musical.

The New York Times says SIX “TOTALLY RULES!” (Critic’s Pick) and The Washington Post hails SIX as “Exactly the kind of energizing, inspirational illumination this town aches for!” 

The SIX: LIVE ON OPENING NIGHT Broadway album debuted at Number 1 on the Billboard cast album charts and has surpassed 100 million streams.

SIX, which closed in March 2020 due to the pandemic on what was supposed to be opening night, is now playing at the Lena Horne Theatre on Broadway in New York City. The show had a successful North American Premiere at Chicago Shakespeare in the summer of 2019. Prior to Broadway, the show played limited engagements at American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) in Cambridge, MA, the Citadel Theatre in Edmonton, AB Canada, and the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts in Saint Paul, MN.

SIX is co-directed by Lucy Moss and Jamie Armitage, featuring choreography by Carrie-Anne Ingrouille. The design team includes Emma Bailey (Set Design), Tony Award®-winner Gabriella Slade (Costume Design), Paul Gatehouse (Sound Design), and Tim Deiling (Lighting Design). The score features orchestrations by Tom Curran with music supervision and vocal arrangements by Joe Beighton and U.S. Music Supervision by Roberta Duchak. Casting is by Tara Rubin Casting / Peter Van Dam, CSA with original US casting by Bob Mason. Theater Matters is General Manager, Sam Levy is Associate Producer and Lucas McMahon is U.S. Executive Producer.

SIX is produced in the United States by Kenny Wax, Wendy & Andy Barnes, George Stiles, and Kevin McCollum. Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss devised the original concept and started writing SIX when they were students at Cambridge University in early 2017. It was first presented as the Cambridge University Musical Theatre Society’s submission to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe later that year, playing a one-month run and featuring student actors.

SIX went on to get picked up by UK Producers and a new production was mounted, with professional actors and a predominantly new creative team, at the Norwich Playhouse and then again at Edinburgh Festival in 2018. A limited engagement at the Arts Theatre in London garnered the Whats On Stage Award for Best Off-West End Production and the show toured the UK in the autumn of 2018 before returning to the Arts Theatre and subsequently the Lyric Theatre on Shaftesbury Avenue. SIX is currently playing an open-ended run at the Vaudeville Theatre on the Strand. SIX earned five 2019 Laurence Olivier Award nominations, including Best New Musical.

SIX is currently on-stage at the Lena Horne Theatre (256 W. 47th St) on Broadway in New York City, the Vaudeville Theatre in London’s West End, on tour in the UK, and at the Royal Alexandra Theatre in Toronto.

For more information about the show, visitSixonBroadway.com

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Sioux Falls Municipal Band Announces Summer Concert Schedule

Sioux Falls, SD(5/2/2025) — The Sioux Falls Municipal Band will offer 19 free concerts in a variety of venues to bring all the big band sounds to the community this summer.

2025 Municipal Band Summer Concert Schedule

May 17 | 10 a.m.| South Dakota Military Heritage Alliance | Armed Forces Day

June 1 | 8 p.m.| Terrace Park | Back to the Bandshell

June 3 | 7:30 p.m.| Sunnycrest Retirement Village | Old School, Still Cool

June 8 | 8 p.m.| Terrace Park | No Cap, Just Bangers

June 10 | 7:30 p.m.| The Inn on Westport | Four on the Floor

June 15 | 8 p.m.| Terrace Park | Dancing Through the Decades

June 17 | 7:30 p.m.| Legends on Lake Lorraine | Grace Notes

June 22 | 8 p.m.| Terrace Park | Heaven & Earth

June 24 | 7:30 p.m.| Dow Rummel Village | Blast From the Brass

June 29 | 8 p.m.| Terrace Park | And the Oscar Goes To…

July 4 | TBD| TBD | Red, White and Blues

July 6 | 8 p.m.| Terrace Park | Fanfares and Fireworks!

July 8 | 7:30 p.m.| Good Samaritan Society – Sioux Falls Village | Duke It Out

July 13 | 8 p.m.| Terrace Park | Rags to Riches

July 15 | 7:30 p.m.| Trail Ridge Senior Living Community | Where There’s Smoke

July 17 | 6:30 p.m.| Terrace Park | Voices of the Revolution

July 20 | 8 p.m.| Terrace Park | Live in Technicolor!

July 24 | 7:30 p.m.| McKennan Park | Throwback Thursday

July 27 | 8 p.m.| Washington Pavilion, Mary W. Sommervold Hall | The Grand Finale

The Sioux Falls Municipal Band is one of the oldest and most prestigious community bands in the Midwest and has been performing since 1919. Since 2021, the band has been managed by Washington Pavilion Management, Inc., which administers the budget, books venues and provides marketing and payroll services. The Augustana University School of Music provides musical leadership, including planning rehearsals, programming performances, recruiting band members, developing performance standards and maintaining the band’s assets.

For more information, go to WashingtonPavilion.org/Sioux-Falls-Municipal-Band.

Sip and Explore During Downtown Sioux Falls Art & Wine Walk

Sioux Falls, SD(05/01/25) — The Washington Pavilion is excited to participate in the Downtown Sioux Falls Art & Wine Walk on May 2. This event coincides with its monthly Free First Friday event, offering free museum admission from 5–8 p.m. Visitors are encouraged to enjoy tasty wine samples and explore stunning artwork in the eight spacious and captivating galleries of the Visual Arts Center. The event will also feature a special artist reception for “Echoes of Experience: The Augustana Senior Show.”

“Free First Friday combined with the Downtown Sioux Falls Art and Wine Walk creates the perfect cultural evening for our community. Visitors can discover our breathtaking exhibits, connect with talented artists and enjoy complimentary admission while experiencing the vibrant downtown atmosphere,” says Jana Anderson, Lead Curator for the Visual Arts Center. “We invite everyone to make it a night out — bring friends and family to enjoy art, wine and the creative energy that makes our downtown special!”

New Exhibits Include:

Echoes of Experience: The Augustana Senior Show | University Gallery | Now – May 22

This exhibition is an important capstone that celebrates the hard work of sixteen graduating artists at Augustana University. Enjoy a diverse range of works showcasing the future of visual arts in Sioux Falls.

Washington Pavilion Gala Exhibition | Shultz Gallery | Now – June 9

Celebrate and support the arts! The artists included in this year’s Gala exhibition were hand-selected based on their demonstration of continued excellence in their individual practice. All works will be on auction at the Washington Pavilion Gala on June 12.

Symphōnía | Jerstad Gallery | Now – July 5

Step into a world of intricate, layered paintings that reimagine forests and water through the innovative lens of artist Mollie Hosmer-Dillard. This dynamic exhibition is a testament to experimentation, blending non-traditional, abstract techniques to capture the ceaseless evolution of nature. Each work is meticulously crafted using laser cutting, silkscreen methods, textile techniques, hand-ground ink and thinned oil paint, creating rich texture and depth.

Digital Daydreams | Egger Gallery | Now – August 31

Discover the creativity and dedication of thirteen students from Flandreau Indian School who took part in a special college-level art program. Led by Augustana professor Izia Lindsay, this project inspired these high school students to reflect on their indigenous roots and translate symbolic imagery into original digital media.

The People of West River: Photography by Greg Latza | Gallery 301 | Now – October 26

Explore the rugged beauty of western South Dakota through the lens of Sioux Falls photographer Greg Latza. The People of West River exhibition showcases striking images from Latza’s most recent book, West River, capturing ranch life, expansive landscapes and the spirit of the region.

All eight galleries are filled with stunning artwork from intricate paintings to digital design. For additional information on each exhibition, please visit WashingtonPavilion.org/Art.

The Lodge Bar & Grill Opens April 30 at Jacobson Plaza

Sioux Falls, SD—The Lodge Bar & Grill at Jacobson Plaza will open to the public this Wednesday, April 30, at 11 a.m. Initial hours will be 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. The menu focuses on bold yet family-friendly items from burgers to appetizers and includes seasonal cocktails and mocktails for the kids, too.

“We are excited to bring this unique and affordable concept to Sioux Falls as we expand our mission to create memorable experiences within our community,” says Darrin Smith, President and CEO for Washington Pavilion Management, Inc. “We can’t wait to see people of all ages enjoying this amazing new plaza and stopping in for lunch, ice cream or a cold beverage this summer while they are downtown.”

Washington Pavilion Management, Inc. manages the food and beverage services at Jacobson Plaza on behalf of the City of Sioux Falls. The Lodge will offer a delightful and approachable selection of hot food, adult beverages, hot cocoa and smores during the winter, Parlour ice cream and a variety of small bites for both locals and visitors to savor while they enjoy everything Jacobson Plaza has to offer. Several menu items, such as the “Milt’s Classic” burger and the “Breakfast With Emily” handheld, are a nod of gratitude to the Jacobson Family, who donated much of the funding to create the park.

The building also includes a warming house, fire pit areas, an expansive outdoor patio and rentable gathering spaces. Construction is nearly complete in the park itself, which includes a 14,000-square-foot year-round outdoor skate ribbon, Sioux Falls’ largest playground and splash pad, and an off-leash dog park. Jacobson Plaza at The Falls is located near the upper falls and adjacent to the Levitt Shell and The Steel District development at 800 N. Phillips Ave.

“The Lodge opening is just the beginning of what’s to come at Jacobson Plaza, and we’re thrilled to see the restaurant officially open and can’t wait to unveil the complete plaza this summer. Jacobson Plaza will be a one-of-a-kind regional destination that will offer something for everyone,” says Don Kearney, Director of Parks and Recreation for the City of Sioux Falls.

An official grand opening for both Jacobson Plaza and The Lodge will take place in July, with more details to come. Go to TheLodgePlaza.com to view the menu and learn more about The Lodge Bar & Grill. You can also follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

“THE BEST MUSICAL OF THIS CENTURY. Heaven on Broadway!

Sioux Falls, SD – THE BOOK OF MORMON, winner of nine Tony Awards® including Best Musical, is pleased to announce a lottery ticket policy in Sioux Falls playing at the Washington Pavilion May 2–3. A limited number of tickets for each of the three performances will be available at $25 each.

The wildly popular lottery for the Broadway production has attracted as many as 800 entries at some performances. The producers of THE BOOK OF MORMON are pleased to offer low-priced lottery seats for every city on the National Tour.

A limited number of $25 tickets will be sold to winners of a random drawing. Entries must be received at LuckySeat.com by Wednesday, April 30, at 9:30 a.m. The drawings are simple. First, make a Lucky Seat account if you don’t have one already. Then keep an eye on your email on April 30 to find out if you won. Drawings will begin at 10 a.m. and will continue throughout the day as needed. Winners will have a limited window to purchase and claim their tickets.

Please note, lottery seats may be located anywhere in the theater. If you require accessible seating, please use the accessible seating checkbox and dropdown menu to indicate your needs. Limit one entry per person and two tickets per winner. Tickets are subject to availability.

Non-lottery tickets are also available at WashingtonPavilion.org or by calling Guest Services at 605-367-6000.

THE BOOK OF MORMON features book, music and lyrics by Trey Parker, Robert Lopez and Matt Stone. The Broadway production is directed by Parker and two-time Tony Award winner Casey Nicholaw and choreographed by Nicholaw. The tour is directed and choreographed by Jennifer Werner based on the original Broadway direction and choreography. Set design is by three-time Tony Award winner Scott Pask, costume design is by Tony Award winner Ann Roth, lighting design is by five-time Tony Award winner Brian MacDevitt, sound design is by two-time Tony Award winner Brian Ronan and hair design is by Josh Marquette. Orchestrations are by Tony Award winner Larry Hochman and two-time Tony Award winner Stephen Oremus. Music supervision and vocal arrangements are by Stephen Oremus. Casting is by Carrie Gardner.

THE BOOK OF MORMON is the winner of nine Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Best Score (Trey Parker, Robert Lopez, Matt Stone), Best Book (Trey Parker, Robert Lopez, Matt Stone), Best Direction (Casey Nicholaw, Trey Parker), Best Featured Actress (Nikki M. James), Best Scenic Design (Scott Pask), Best Lighting Design (Brian MacDevitt), Best Sound Design (Brian Ronan) and Best Orchestrations (Larry Hochman, Stephen Oremus); the New York Drama Critics Circle Award for Best Musical; five Drama Desk Awards including Best Musical; the 2011 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album; four Outer Critics Circle Awards, including Best Musical; and the Drama League Award for Best Musical.

The Original Broadway Cast Recording for THE BOOK OF MORMON, winner of the 2011 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album, is available on Ghostlight Records.

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For more information, visit thebookofmormontour.com

Spotlight Theatre Company Presents ALICE IN WONDERLAND May 1-4, 2025

Sioux Falls, SD—Spotlight Theatre Company invites audiences of all ages to tumble down the rabbit hole with their enchanting production of ALICE IN WONDERLAND at the Orpheum Theater Center. This whimsical adaptation of Lewis Carroll’s beloved classic will run for five performances only, May 1-4, 2025.

The production transforms the Orpheum Theater Center stage into a fantastical wonderland where nothing is quite as it seems. Audiences will join Alice on her extraordinary adventure as she encounters the White Rabbit, the mysterious Cheshire Cat, tap-dancing cards, the tyrannical Queen of Hearts and a host of other unforgettable characters.

“Our production of ‘Alice in Wonderland’ combines innovative staging, spectacular costumes and whimsical music to create an immersive experience that will delight both children and adults,” says Debbi Jones, Senior Program Specialist for Spotlight Theatre Company. “This talented cast has embraced the wonderful absurdity of Wonderland, creating characters that are both familiar and surprising. Audiences will leave the theater with a renewed sense of wonder and perhaps a reminder that sometimes the best way to understand our world is to live in the moment!”

Spotlight Theatre Company provides students aged 6–18 with opportunities to showcase their talents in professional-level theatre performances throughout the community. Generous support from sponsors Avera, Children’s Dental Center & Parkway Orthodontics, The First National Bank in Sioux Falls and Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield has made these performances possible.

Single-Day Passes for Lallycooler Music Festival Are on Sale NOW!

Sam Hunt and Pitbull Headline Monster Festival

Sioux Falls, SD — It’s no joke! Single-day passes for the inaugural Lallycooler Music Festival presented by MarketBeat are on sale now! Single-day passes are available for the General Admission area only and priced at $89 for Friday and $99 for Saturday.

Headlining Friday, July 11, is country music sensation Sam Hunt. Friday’s full lineup also includes Redferrin, Tyler Braden and Confederate Railroad. Music will begin at 5:30 p.m.

Headlining Saturday, July 12, is GRAMMY® Award-winning international superstar Pitbull. Saturday’s full lineup also includes TLC, Uncle Kracker, Frank Ray and KORY and the FIREFLIES. Music will begin at 4 p.m.

“Don’t ‘fool’ around and miss these special prices for single-day passes, because our prices won’t stay this low very long, so now is the time to purchase your single-day or weekend pass. Make your plans now to be at Great Bear July 11–12 and experience this one-of-a-kind outdoor music festival. It will absolutely be the coolest thing you’ll do all summer,” says Darrin Smith, President and CEO of Washington Pavilion Management, Inc. and 3e Encore.

Lallycooler isn’t just a music festival — it’s a celebration of our region. The festival will include merchandise tents, unique vendors, a variety of food trucks, a semi-trailer-sized mobile party bar, a festival DJ, Instagram worthy photo ops and more!

Weekend passes start at just $139 and are the best value. Three types of weekend passes are available.

  • Ultra VIP Weekend Pass: Two-day festival pass in an exclusive, air-conditioned Lodge with access to indoor/outdoor viewing, complimentary food, private bar, indoor restrooms and a festival experience like no other!
  • Pit Weekend Pass: Two-day festival pass in an exclusive, designated area (closest to stage) with access to beverage tents, food trucks, vendors, activities and great live music! (Standing area only.)
  • General Admission Weekend Pass: Two-day festival pass in the General Admission areas with access to beverage tents, food trucks, vendors, activities and great live music!

For a smooth and stress-free experience, free shuttle service will be provided from multiple locations right to the festival entrance. Parking will not be available at Great Bear Ski Valley. Shuttle pickup locations will be announced soon. Get ready for easy and fun transportation to the festival!

Buy your single-day or weekend pass today at Lallycooler.com! No service charges. No surprises. Just live music under the stars.

Washington Pavilion Hosts Free Ag Day Event in Appreciation of Agriculture on March 22

March 17, 2025
Sioux Falls, SD — The Washington Pavilion is proud to host its annual Ag Day event on Saturday, March 22, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on its first, second and third floor lobbies. Thanks to generous sponsors, the event is free. Attendees will enjoy a variety of exhibits and experiences with opportunities for all kinds of fun, including:

  • Drone and sprayer simulators
  • Baby piglets
  • An interactive market
  • Book readings
  • Demonstrations
  • And so much more!

“We’re so grateful to all our partners who come together every year to celebrate agriculture at the Washington Pavilion. The whole community is encouraged to stop by on Saturday, visit with our more than 30 vendors, eat some free SDSU ice cream and learn more about agriculture’s significance in our state,” says Madelyn Grogan, Director of Education and Museums.

Each year, the Washington Pavilion hosts Ag Day to promote agriculture in the Midwest, with a focus on sharing how agriculture provides almost everything we eat, use and wear daily. Producers, agricultural associations, corporations, universities, government agencies and others will gather at the Washington Pavilion to celebrate the abundance provided by agriculture.

Ag Day is sponsored by South Dakota Soybean Checkoff; South Dakota State University College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences; Butler Machinery; Dakota Layers; Farm Credit Services of America; Smithfield Foods; ‘hood Magazine; Tri-State Neighbor; Culver’s; CHS Inc.; Delta Dental of South Dakota; Hefty Seed Company; POET; Prairie Farms Daily; South Dakota Corn Utilization Council; South Dakota Beef Industry Council; South Dakota Farmers Union; South Dakota Grassland Coalition; South Dakota Pork Producers Council; South Dakota Specialty Producers Association; Pipestone; The Cattle Business Weekly; C & R Supply Inc.; Greater Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce; Midwest Dairy Association; Seaboard Triumph Foods; and Bel Brands USA.

Ag Day attendees are encouraged to extend their stay following the event by purchasing a museums admission and exploring over 100 science exhibits in the Kirby Science Discovery Center and eight spacious art galleries in the Visual Arts Center. For more information on Ag Day activities, go to WashingtonPavilion.org/AgDay.

Broadway’s Iconic Musical CHICAGO Arrives at the Washington Pavilion March 27–29

March 10, 2025
Sioux Falls, SD — CHICAGO is BACK IN TOWN and is still the one musical with everything that makes Broadway shimmy-shake: a universal tale of fame, fortune and all that jazz, with one show-stopping song after another and the most astonishing dancing you’ve ever seen. Tickets are on sale now for four performances from March 27–29. Purchase yours at WashingtonPavilion.org/Chicago.

“The enduring legacy of CHICAGO speaks for itself. It’s a show filled with energy, style and spectacle, and we can’t wait for Sioux Falls audiences to experience the thrill of Broadway’s best right here at the Pavilion,” says Regina Ruhberg, Director of Performances for Washington Pavilion Management, Inc.


With a legendary book by Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse, music by John Kander and lyrics by Fred Ebb, CHICAGO is the #1 longest-running American musical in Broadway history — and it shows no sign of ever slowing down!


There’s never been a better time to experience CHICAGO, Broadway’s razzle-dazzle smash. This triumphant hit musical is the recipient of six Tony Awards®, two Olivier Awards, a Grammy® and thousands of standing ovations. You’ve got to come see why the name on everyone’s lips is still … CHICAGO.


The cast of CHICAGO features Ellie Roddy as Roxie Hart, Taylor Lane as Velma Kelly, Connor Sullivan returning as Billy Flynn, Illeana “illy” Kirven returning as Matron “Mama” Morton, Andrew Metzger as Amos Hart and D. Fillinger as Mary Sunshine. The cast also includes Malachi Alexander, Lindsay Lee Alhady, Timothy Scott Brausch, Faith Jordan Candino, Christopher Cline, Teryn Cuozzo, Josh England, Roberto Facchin, Serena Kozusko, Zoie Lee, Eliza Levy, Ryan McInnes, Emiliano Morales, Simeon Rawls, Angelliz M. Rosado Ramos, Brad Weatherford and Christina Youngblood.


CHICAGO is the winner of six 1997 Tony Awards including Best Musical Revival and the Grammy Award for Best Musical Cast Recording.


This tour will be directed by David Hyslop with choreography by Gregory Butler based on the original direction by Tony Award winner Walter Bobbie and original choreography by Tony Award winner Ann Reinking. CHICAGO features scenic design by Tony Award winner John Lee Beatty, costume design by Tony Award winner William Ivey Long, lighting design by Tony Award winner Ken Billington, sound design by Scott Lehrer, Supervising Music Director Robert Billig and casting by ARC.


Set amidst the razzle-dazzle decadence of the 1920s, CHICAGO is the story of Roxie Hart, a housewife and nightclub dancer who maliciously murders her on-the-side lover after he threatens to walk out on her. Desperate to avoid conviction, she dupes the public, the media and her rival cellmate, Velma Kelly, by hiring Chicago’s slickest criminal lawyer to transform her malicious crime into a barrage of sensational headlines, the likes of which might just as easily be ripped from today’s tabloids.


It’s no surprise that CHICAGO has wowed audiences from Mexico City to Moscow, from Sao Paulo to South Africa. The show has been seen in 36 different countries and by 33 million people worldwide, and now it’s coming to your town!


Whether you’re looking for your first Broadway musical, whether you’ve seen the Academy Award®-winning film and want to experience the show live on stage or whether you’ve seen it before and want to recapture the magic, CHICAGO always delivers!


CHICAGO is a production not to be missed. And all the reviewers agree.


Time Magazine calls it “A Triumph,” Newsweek raves “Smashing” and Entertainment Weekly sums it up by calling CHICAGO “Broadway’s Most Electrifying Show.”


Come on, babe! Head to CHICAGO! We’re hotter than ever.


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For more CHICAGO information: www.ChicagoOnTour.com

Lallycooler Music Festival Announces Full Lineup for Diverse, Inaugural Two-Day Event: Sam Hunt and Pitbull Headline Monster Festival

March 6, 2025
Sioux Falls, SD — The inaugural Lallycooler Music Festival presented by MarketBeat’s full lineup celebrates a variety of musical genres and is sure to pack a party when the festival kicks off July 11–12.

Headlining Friday, July 11, is country music sensation Sam Hunt. Friday’s full lineup also includes Redferrin, Tyler Braden and Confederate Railroad.

Headlining Saturday, July 12, is GRAMMY® Award-winning international superstar Pitbull. Saturday’s full lineup also includes TLC, Uncle Kracker, Frank Ray and KORY and the FIREFLIES.

“We promised a monster, mixed genre music festival this summer, and we have delivered an incredible, first-year lineup. Sioux Falls has never seen a music festival like this one, and we can’t wait to see everyone at Great Bear this summer,” says Darrin Smith, President and CEO of Washington Pavilion Management, Inc. and 3e Encore.

Friday, July 11: Sam Hunt, Redferrin, Tyler Braden and Confederate Railroad
Country music sensation Sam Hunt will headline Friday evening. Sam Hunt is a five-time GRAMMY® Award-nominated, Diamond-selling, award-winning hitmaker who recently scored his 10th No. 1 with two-week chart-topping hit “Outskirts,” featured on his latest four-track EP Locked Up. Locked Up is the follow-up to his sophomore album Southside, which debuted to critical acclaim and was one of the top country albums of 2020, landing at No. 1 on the Billboard Country Albums chart. His No. 1 hits include “Kinfolks,” “Breaking Up Was Easy in the 90’s,” “Hard to Forget” and “Body Like a Back Road.”

It is impossible to ignore one of Nashville’s most unorthodox and innovative new singer/songwriters, Redferrin. His recent releases, including his RIAA certified gold singles Just Like Johnny and Jack & Diet Coke, are full of adrenaline-pumping energy and rebellious swagger, providing a kaleidoscopic of musical textures. With lyrics that serve as a manifesto for his take-it-or-leave-it style, his music is a sonic mirror held up to today’s rural culture, and he continues chasing high-speed dreams with the throttle pinned and no kill switch.

Country-rock powerhouse Tyler Braden is set to release his highly anticipated debut full-length album, devil and a prayer, on May 16 via Warner Music Nashville. The album, consisting of 19 songs, was conceptualized by Braden to serve as a representation of his own artistic and personal growth, both combined and delivered to the listener in the imaginative form of a live show. An early highlight to release off the powerhouse vocalist’s forthcoming album is the anthemic “GOD & GUNS N’ ROSES.”

Kicking off the first-ever Lallycooler Music Festival will be Confederate Railroad, who first rolled onto the national country music scene in the early 90’s with their unique style and sound. Headed by founder and frontman Danny Shirley, Mark Dufresne on drums, Mo Thaxton on bass and vocals, Rusty Hendrix on lead guitar and Joey Recker on keyboards and vocals, the band is always right at home on stage and obviously having fun right along with their appreciative audience.

Saturday, July 12: Pitbull, TLC, Uncle Kracker, Frank Ray and KORY and the FIREFLIES
Headlining Saturday’s lineup is GRAMMY Award-winning international superstar, education advocate, entrepreneur and motivational speaker Pitbull. Born in Miami, Florida, Pitbull began his music career on the South Florida rap scene. He has since risen to become one of the most successful recording artists globally. Since his debut in 2004, Pitbull’s music has consistently topped charts worldwide, including hits like “I Know You Want Me (Calle Ocho),” “Fireball,” “International Love” and the RIAA Diamond Certified “Give Me Everything,” which reached No. 1 in 2011.

TLC’s influence transcends genres from pop, hip-hop, R&B to fashion and female empowerment. Formed in Atlanta in 1990 by Tionne “T-Boz” Watkins, the late Lisa “Left Eye” Lopes and Rozonda “Chilli” Thomas, TLC quickly became superstars with hits like “Ain’t 2 Proud 2 Beg,” “Creep,” “Waterfalls,” “No Scrubs” and “Unpretty.” To date, TLC has sold 85 million records worldwide, had four No. 1 singles in the U.S., won four GRAMMY Awards, five MTV Awards, five Soul Train Awards and recorded four Multi-Platinum selling albums.

Uncle Kracker knows what people want: to kick back, forget about their troubles and have a good time. Naturally, he’s always willing to oblige. For over two decades, the MULTI-PLATINUM artist has consistently soundtracked such good times with his boldly breezy blend of Country, Pop and Rock spiked with a splash of Hip-Hop. The world initially met Uncle Kracker during his stint in Kid Rock’s Twisted Brown Trucker Band, but fans fell in love with him on his solo debut Double Wide in 2000, which yielded No. 1 smash “Follow Me.” Continuing to create new music and bring the laid-back vibes, his latest album Coffee & Beer is out now.

Frank Ray is a former police officer, Texas chart-topper and bilingual recording artist opening doors for a modern Latino country movement. Described as “easygoing contemporary country with pop-soul hooks and a dash of Southwestern spice” (Rolling Stone) his music is a blend, drawing influences from 90’s Texas country, Latin, R&B and pop. As an entertainer, Frank delivers engaging, high-energy performances that have a little something for everyone.

Saturday evening will open with local rock legends KORY and the FIREFLIES, who consistently deliver positive, energetic shows, with a special gift for connecting with their audience. The group has charted three singles and shared the stage with over 80 national acts, including touring with Goo Goo Dolls. The band has had airplay in all 50 states with their singles “Sometimes,” “Pop Fly” and “Everyone,” and they were inducted into the South Dakota Rock & Rollers Hall of Fame in 2023 and will enter Iowa’s Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2025.

More Than Music
Lallycooler isn’t just a music festival — it’s a celebration of our region. The festival will include merchandise tents, unique vendors, a variety of food trucks, a semi-trailer-sized mobile bar, a festival DJ, Instagram worthy photo ops and more!

For a smooth and stress-free experience, free shuttle service will be provided from multiple locations right to the festival entrance. Parking will not be available at Great Bear Ski Valley. Shuttle pickup locations will be announced soon. Get ready for easy and fun transportation to the festival!

On Friday, music will begin at 5:30 p.m. On Saturday, music will begin at 4 p.m. A full setlist will be released closer to the festival date. Shuttle and gate times also will be announced soon.

Buy Your Passes Now!
Weekend passes start at just $139. Three types of weekend passes are available.

  • Ultra VIP Pass: Two-day festival pass in an exclusive, air-conditioned Lodge with access to indoor/outdoor viewing, complimentary food, private bar, indoor restrooms and a festival experience like no other!
  • Pit Pass: Two-day festival pass in an exclusive, designated area (closest to stage) with access to beverage tents, food trucks, vendors, activities and great live music! (Standing area only.)
  • General Admission Pass: Two-day festival pass in the General Admission areas with access to beverage tents, food trucks, vendors, activities and great live music!

Follow Lallycooler Music Festival on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok @Lallycooler.MusicFestival for updates. All festival details and pass sales are available at the brand new Lallycooler.com. The updated website also includes artist bios and more festival details.