Meet Santa
Tell Santa your wish list and take photos. Bring the whole family and your camera to see Sioux Falls Santa at your Washington Pavilion. Keep your eyes peeled… a certain green visitor may just stop by for some holiday mischief, too!
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Events
Meet Santa
Tell Santa your wish list and take photos. Bring the whole family and your camera to see Sioux Falls Santa at your Washington Pavilion.
Wild About Science: Nocturnal Animals
Discover the creatures that thrive after dark! See how these animals navigate the night and explore their adaptations with live demonstrations and interactive learning led by Great Plains Zoo and Butterfly House & Aquarium experts.
Noon Year’s Eve
Celebrate 2026 at noon with us! See a balloon drop and a special appearance from Radley Rex when you visit the Kirby Science Discovery Center!
Free First Friday
Join us for Free First Friday to explore our Kirby Science Discovery Center and Visual Arts Center at no cost. Each first Friday of the month, you can experience over 100 amazing exhibits and eight art galleries full of fun and beauty!
Wild About Science: Turtles and Tortoises
Get up close with turtles and tortoises as you learn about their shells, habitats and surprising abilities. The Wild About Science series brings these amazing reptiles to life with hands-on activities, live animal encounters and expert insights from the Great Plains Zoo and Butterfly House & Aquarium.
South Dakota Symphony Youth Orchestra Winter Camerata
The SDSYO enhances young musicians' talents in an inspiring and education group setting. Winter Camerata tickets are on sale now.
Free First Friday
Join us for Free First Friday to explore our Kirby Science Discovery Center and Visual Arts Center at no cost. Each first Friday of the month, you can experience over 100 amazing exhibits and eight art galleries full of fun and beauty!
MOULIN ROUGE! The Musical
Enter a world of splendor and romance, of eye-popping excess, of glitz, grandeur, and glory! A world where bohemians and aristocrats rub elbows and revel in electrifying enchantment. Welcome to Moulin Rouge! The Musical!
Art After Dark
This isn’t your typical night at the museum. Think curator-led tours, collage-making, drinks and conversation all rolled into one. Whether you’re planning a unique date night, rallying your crew for something different or flying solo for a creative recharge, Art After Dark is your chance to experience art in a whole new way.
Wild About Science: Mammals
Furry, fast, and fascinating! February’s Wild About Science session focuses on mammals of all shapes and sizes. Your family will experience live encounters and interactive activities guided by Great Plains Zoo and Butterfly House & Aquarium experts.
Cosmos and Cocktails
Run wild in three floors of interactive science exhibits, marvel at artwork in eight art galleries, sip on tasty cocktails and so much more — without the kiddos!